Obituaries

Luther Clayton Wiggins, Jr.

Luther Clayton Wiggins, Jr.

Aug 31, 2016

Luther “Pete” Clayton Wiggins, Jr., 80, of Arapahoe passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2016, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. He was preceded in death by sons, Larry C. Wiggins and Joseph M. Wiggins; and step-son, Ronald James Thompson. He is survived by his living partner of 36 years, Herta Thompson of the home; son, Thomas Allen Wiggins and wife, Laura,...

Martin George Marquardt, Jr.

Martin George Marquardt, Jr.

Aug 30, 2016

Martin George Marquardt, Jr., 43, of New Bern passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2016, at home. He was preceded in death by his father, Martin G. Marquardt, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Sue Hill Frawley of New Bern; brother, Michael Trushinsky of New Bern; half-sisters, Robin Bartholomew of New Bern, Sherry Rodriguez of Arizona and Karen Marquardt...

John Robert Gordon

John Robert Gordon

Aug 30, 2016

John “Jack” Robert Gordon 68, of New Bern, NC, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 30th, 2016. He was a popular and revered high school math teacher for 40 years as well as a dedicated track, wrestling, and golf coach in Morristown, NJ. He was an avid golfer and club champion at multiple clubs. He will greatly...

Ian Samone Mcclenny

Ian Samone Mcclenny

Aug 25, 2016

Ian Samone McClenny, 28, of Grantsboro passed away Thursday, August 25, 2016, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She graduated from Pamlico County High School in 2006. She was very artistic and enjoyed music. She loved baking with her children and spending time with them. She is survived by her mother, Kim Northcraft of Havelock; father, Ricky Sawyer of Grantsboro; step-mother,...

Elva Easom Hill

Elva Easom Hill

Aug 24, 2016

Elva Lee Easom Hill, 86, of Oriental passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Hill. She is survived by two sons, Dwight Hill (Janet) of Reelsboro and Johnny Hill (Theresa) of Arapahoe; daughters, Audrey Harrison (Steven) of Merritt, Phyllis Hardison (Gray) of Bayboro and Penny...

Nicholas Woodman Spencer

Nicholas Woodman Spencer

Aug 23, 2016

Nicholas “Nick” Woodman Spencer, 37, of Grantsboro passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2016. He is survived by his parents, Kirby and Rhonda Spencer of the home; one brother, Adam Spencer and wife, Jennifer of Grantsboro; niece, Abigal Spencer and nephew, Patrick Spencer both of Grantsboro. His funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM Monday, August 29, 2016 at...

Mary Mehaffey Maimone

Mary Mehaffey Maimone

Aug 22, 2016

Mary Mehaffey Maimone, 82, of Minnesott Beach passed away Monday, August 22, 2016 at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center. She was a member of Arapahoe United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Charles Maimone; daughter, Tracie Atkinson of Nashville, TN; and two grandchildren, Kelsie & Ryan Atkinson. A prayer service will be held at...

Henry Roscoe Rice, Sr.

Henry Roscoe Rice, Sr.

Aug 22, 2016

Henry Roscoe Rice, Sr., 100, of Lowland passed away Monday, August 22, 2016 at CarolinaEast Medical Center. He was a member and deacon of Wardens Grove Free Will Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola Potter Rice. He is survived by his son, Henry R. Rice, Jr. and wife, Ruth, of Bayboro; his daughter, Myrna...

Sandra Pipkin Mccotter

Sandra Pipkin Mccotter

Aug 22, 2016

Sandra Kay Pipkin McCotter, 62, of New Bern passed away Monday, August 22, 2016, at home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carol Pipkin & Bobby & Joy McCotter. She was survived by her son, Ronny McCotter of New Bern; and step-brother, Robby McCotter of Vandemere. Her memorial service will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, September 11th...

Lydie Norman Boyd

Lydie Norman Boyd

Aug 21, 2016

Lydie Gray Norman Boyd, 84, of Bridgeton passed away Sunday, August 21, 2016 at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church and attended Latitude and Temple Baptist Church as well. She is survived by her husband, Marvin David Boyd, Sr.; son, Marvin D. Boyd, Jr. of New Bern; daughter, Lois Boyd Cornwell & husband, Gordon,...

Elga Dixon Anderton

Elga Dixon Anderton

Aug 19, 2016

Elga Dixon Anderton, 89, of Alliance passed away Friday, August 19, 2016, at The Gardens of Pamlico. She was a member of Rock of Zion Free Will Baptist Church, life and charter auxiliary member of VFW Post 8094, and a member of the Garden Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Anderton, Jr. and her sisters,...

Helen Muse Hudgins

Helen Muse Hudgins

Aug 15, 2016

Helen Muse Hudgins, 93, of Alliance passed away Monday, August 15, 2016, at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center. She was born November 9, 1922 to Clinton & Ethel Muse. Helen was a very active life-long member of Pamlico United Methodist Church and that community. Due to declining health she moved to Alliance with her daughter 8 years ago where...

John Mckee Poole, Jr.

John Mckee Poole, Jr.

Aug 9, 2016

John McKee Poole Jr., 85, of Oriental passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2016. He was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Fulton. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Juliana Poole; two sons, John McKee Poole III and wife, Barbara, of Raleigh and Ralph L. Poole and fiancee’, Cindy, of Wilmington; daughter, Donna P. Kessler and...

Richard Earl Lloyd

Richard Earl Lloyd

Aug 1, 2016

Richard “Ricky” Earl Lloyd, 56, of the South Creek Community, passed away Monday, August 1, 2016, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. He was an avid hunter & fisherman and loved photography. He was preceded in death by his father, Earl Lloyd; sister, Donna Lloyd; paternal grandparents, Asa & Harriett Lloyd; and maternal grandparents, Bonner & Dea Daniels. He is survived...

Lewis Ray Rowe

Lewis Ray Rowe

Jul 10, 2016

Lewis Ray Rowe, 69, died July 10, 2016 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville. He was born September 25, 1946 in Alliance. He is survived by his daughter, Tina Wiggins of Mesic; daughter-in-law, Ashley Rowe of Graham; four grandsons, Sean Wiggins of Mesic, Jacob, Joshua and Jack Rowe, all of Graham; brothers & sisters, Harvey & Tracy Rowe of...

George Elbert Vendrick

George Elbert Vendrick

Jul 8, 2016

George Elbert Vendrick, 64, of Oriental passed away Friday, July 8, 2016, at home. He was a member of Bethany Christian Church and The Moose Lodge. He retired from Cherry Point after 31 years of service. He was preceded in death by his father, Elbert Vendrick. He is survived by his mother, Rachel Vendrick of Oriental; sister, Rosie Ward...

Mary Frances Grimes

Mary Frances Grimes

Jul 2, 2016

Mary Frances Grimes, 88, of Grantsboro passed away Saturday, July 2, 2016, at the Gardens of Pamlico. She was originally a member of Lowland Pentecostal Holiness Church before becoming a member of Wardens Grove Free Will Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, sewing plastic canvas and cooking for her beloved family. She was a very loving mother, grandmother and friend...

Lila Brinson Hunnings

Lila Brinson Hunnings

Jul 2, 2016

Lila Brinson Hunnings, 91, of Grantsboro went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, July 2, 2016. As long as her health allowed she attended Bridgeton Pentecostal Holiness Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Hunnings; daughters, Cheryl Phillips and Janet Rahamut; and son, Ronald Hunnings. She is survived by her son, Larry Hunnings and...

Margarete Else Mueller

Margarete Else Mueller

Jun 30, 2016

Margarete Bartling Mueller, 86, of New Bern, passed away Thursday, June 30, 2016, at her home. Margarete was born in Reading PA, but spent her childhood in Germany. She moved back to the United States after WWII in 1947. She married Hans Mueller in 1953 and raised their three sons in Bloomingdale, NJ. She moved to New Bern in...

Reba Clark Harris

Reba Clark Harris

Jun 28, 2016

Reba Clark Harris, 82, of Grantsboro passed away, Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She was a member of Rock of Zion Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Franklin Harris, Sr. She is survived by her four sons, Gregory Harris & wife, Teresa, of Grantsboro, Frankie Harris and wife, Sandy,...