Obituaries

Darrell Wayne Rogers, Jr.

Darrell Wayne Rogers, Jr.

Nov 17, 2017

Darrell “DJ” Wayne Rogers, Jr., 31, of Alliance, born June 5, 1986, passed away on November 17, 2017. DJ was known by many for his wit and smile and his ability to bring out a smile or laugh from those around him. He had a huge heart and was passionate about the needs of others. He was always free...

William Thomas Sternberg

William Thomas Sternberg

Nov 14, 2017

PAMLICO COUNTY – Our area lost a ‘real character’ on Nov. 14 when Bill Sternberg, 77, passed away at CarolinaEast Medical Center. “If I had to describe Bill in five words,” said Geraldine, his wife of 19 years, “it would be: ‘He did it his way!’” Born in Bronx, New York, Sternberg lived for many years in Plantation, Fla....

Mavis Elizabeth O'Neal

Mavis Elizabeth O'Neal

Nov 14, 2017

She was preceeded in death by husbands, Lt. John Reeder, Jr and Curtis O’Neal and sister, Alma Clark. She is survived by four daughters, Nancy Johnson (Thomas) of Raleigh, Kimberly Sadler (Ervin) of Alliance, Christy O’Neal of Bayboro, Tammy O’Neal of Ayden; one sister, Diane Harris of Wilmington; grandchildren, Molly Alexander, Hope Messer, Ervin Sadler, III, and Curtis Everett;...

James Damron Gaskill

James Damron Gaskill

Nov 4, 2017

James Damron “J.D.” Gaskill, 37, of Oriental passed away Saturday, November 4, 2017, at home. He will be remembered as a well-known, good hearted person with a lot of friends and a loving family. He was preceded in death by his brother, Brent Gaskill. He is survived by his mother, Marjorie Gaskill; father, Markie Gaskill; maternal grandmother, Margie Peed;...

William Bryan Jones

William Bryan Jones

Nov 3, 2017

William “Red” Bryan Jones, 67, of Mesic went home to be with his Lord & Savior Friday, November 3, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Charlotte Jones; daughter, Rachel Albert (John); son, Joseph Jones (Joy); brother, Paul Jones (Donna); sister, Sheron Styron (Stanley); two grandchildren, Harper & Lochlan; and pet-grandchild, Lola. His memorial service will...

Almerick Fred Plant, Sr.

Almerick Fred Plant, Sr.

Nov 1, 2017

Almerick Fred "Fuzzy" Plant, Sr. age 85 years, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, November 1, 2017. He was born May 20, 1932, in Newburgh, NY. He was preceded in death by his son, Ricky Lee Plant. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Shirley May Utter Plant; a daughter, Kathleen June and her...

Bonnie Ciuffini Drexler

Bonnie Ciuffini Drexler

Nov 1, 2017

Mrs. Bonnie G. Drexler was born on November 3, 1943. A native of Barnegat, New Jersey, Mrs. Drexler made her home in Merritt, North Carolina since 1999 after retiring from the IBEW Local 1289 JCP&L, Paramus, NJ. She passed away suddenly on November 1, 2017 at her home in Merritt, North Carolina. Bonnie is survived by her daughters, Robyn...

Billy Raeford Rogers

Billy Raeford Rogers

Oct 31, 2017

Billy Raeford Rogers, 77, of Reelsboro, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at CarolinaEast Medical Center. He retired from PCS Phosphate with 30 years of service, he was a member of Arapahoe Masonic Lodge #479 AF & AM, Scottish Rite and Sudan Temple Shriners. He is survived by his wife, Carol Rogers of the home; one sister, Virginia R....

Janice Kush Gates

Janice Kush Gates

Oct 22, 2017

Janice Marie Kush Gates, 67, of Oriental passed away Sunday, October 22, 2017, in her home. She was a member of Oriental First Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Bill; sons, William & Michael; daughter, Denise; sisters, Frances and Maryann; and three grandchildren, Brandon, Jaden and Annabelle. Her memorial service will be held at...

June Strong Carpenter

June Strong Carpenter

Oct 16, 2017

June Strong Carpenter – Oriental, NC June passed away on Monday, October 16, 2017, at the age of 93. She was born in Washington, DC and is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph A. Carpenter. June is survived by her children, Judith Carpenter Johnston of Austin, TX, Stephen and his wife, Cynthia of Greenville, NC and Joyce Carpenter...

Alisa Lynne Miller

Alisa Lynne Miller

Oct 15, 2017

Alisa Lynne Burke Miller, 40, of New Bern passed away Sunday, October 15, 2017 at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She is survived by her father, Dennis Lawrence Burke, mother, Esther Mason Jones; two sons, Steven Craig Burke, Bryan James Cuthrell; three daughters, Ariel Nicole Lynne Barnes, Terry Alexis Starr Burke, Destyne Ray Barnes; six brothers, Donald Glenn Titus, Rudy Mattias...

Evlynn Bonner Hollowell

Evlynn Bonner Hollowell

Oct 11, 2017

Evlynn Bonner Hollowell, 85, of Aurora, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton Fredrick Hollowell. She is survived by her children, Taffy Hopkins (Bud), Bootsie Smith (Larry), Milton Hollowell (Wanda) and Heather Hollowell (Chad Kunego); sister, Jackie Ensley; brother, Bryan Bonner; eight grandchildren, Traci Sottile, Joshua Hopkins,...

Archie Clayton Williams

Archie Clayton Williams

Oct 11, 2017

Archie “Chip” Clayton Williams III, 64, of Arapahoe died Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at home. He was a U.S. Air Force Vietnam War veteran and a volunteer firefighter. He was a loving and caring man. He was preceded in death by his father, Archie Williams Jr.; and brother-in-law, Gene Faist. He is survived by his mother, Marjorie Williams; son,...

David Lee Hargett

David Lee Hargett

Oct 10, 2017

David Lee Hargett, 65, of Greenville, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at home. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Freda Dixon Hargett of the home; 2 sons, John Hargett of Charlotte, Stephen Hargett (Megan) of Greenville; 2 Daughters, Rebecca H. Smith (David) of Winterville, Casey Hargett of Greenville; 1 Sister Debbie Fagan (Jim) of Chapel...

Mark Anthony Yurko

Mark Anthony Yurko

Oct 5, 2017

Mark Anthony Yurko, 49, of Arapahoe, went home to be with his Lord, Thursday, October, 5, 2017. Mark loved nothing better than to cook and feed people. He is survived by his parents, Paul & Pam Yurko; brother, Paul Yurko Jr.; sister, Elizabeth Rodrigues (George); nieces, Lacey & Maria; and nephew, George. In lieu of flowers the family suggested...

Laura May Hardison

Laura May Hardison

Oct 4, 2017

Laura Huber Hardison, age 85, of Olympia, passed peacefully on October 4, 2017 surrounded by her family at home. Laura was born on July 29, 1932 to Matthias and Verna Huber. She was born in Wichita, KS and was the eldest of seven children. Laura was an active member of New Hope Christian Church in Reelsboro. She enjoyed reading,...

David William Nobles

David William Nobles

Oct 1, 2017

David William Nobles, 50, of Bridgeton, passed away Sunday, October 1, 2017. He is the son of the late, Robert Nobles. His laughter was contagious and always made everyone smile. He was loved by many and will never be forgotten. He is survived by his mother, Myrtle Nobles; four children, Karianne N. Underwood of Mocksville, NC, Jonathan Nobles of...

Hallot Medford Parson, Sr.

Hallot Medford Parson, Sr.

Sep 29, 2017

Rev. Dr. Hallot Medford Parson, Sr. went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 29, at his home in New Bern. He was surrounded by loving family members at the time of his peaceful passing. Rev. Parson was born March 1, 1926, to the late Rev. Alex Parson and Susan Miller Parson. In addition to his parents, he...

Elizabeth Lupton Cahoon

Elizabeth Lupton Cahoon

Sep 29, 2017

Elizabeth “Libby” Lupton Cahoon, 83, of Grantsboro passed away Friday, September 29, 2017, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She always put her family ahead of herself. She was raised and spent all of her life on the water and enjoyed spending time there with her family and animals. She...

Phillip Riley Pipkin, Sr.

Phillip Riley Pipkin, Sr.

Sep 29, 2017

Phillip “Pig” Riley Pipkin Sr., 64, of Reelsboro passed away Friday, September 29, 2017, at home. He owned and operated E.S. Pipkin Jr. & Sons Logging Co. He was preceded in death by his parents, Steve “Junie” & Katie Pipkin; his in-laws, Douglas & Bettie Lee; and his brother, Fred Wayne Jr. He is survived by his wife, Anita...