Obituaries

Aug 22, 2024

Wanda Kay Simpson Nipper, 67, of Grantsboro joined her Lord and Savior on August 22, 2024.

A warrior for the Kingdom of God, she was a member of Word Fellowship Church.

Wanda was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Alfred Simpson; sons, Daniel Bryon Barnes and Huge Barnes IV; and sister, Gina Marie Brothers....

Aug 21, 2024

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Lloyd Vernon Lane, Jr., 78 of Merritt entered his Heavenly home on August 21, 2024.

He is a member of Bayboro Missionary Baptist Church where he experienced his greatest joy directing the church choir. He was one of the original members of the Gabriels Gospel Quartet. Lloyd was a barber for 38...

Aug 20, 2024

Mack Allen McAdam was born on September 5th, 2022, in New Bern, North Carolina to Alex Sword and Kylie Midyette. He gained his angel wings on Tuesday, August 20, 2024.

At just 3 months old he was diagnosed with a rare form of epilepsy, caused by a mutation in his SCN8A gene. From then on Mack faced...

Aug 19, 2024

Sarah Imogene Land Dunbar, 90, passed from her earthly life into the loving arms of Jesus on Monday, August 19, 2024.

She was born on February 18, 1934, to Columbus and Mahalia Land.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Herman Dunbar; her three brothers, Julian Land, Kenneth Land and Frank Land; and her...

Aug 19, 2024

Josephine Pipkin Hopson, 89, of Grantsboro passed away Monday, August 19, 2024, at The Gardens of Pamlico.

She is a member of Reelsboro Pentecostal Holiness Church where she enjoyed singing and being with her church family. Josephine worked with Gussman Cleaners for many years. She retired to take care of her grandchildren. She treasured time spent with...

Aug 17, 2024

Ernest Russell Hudson went to his heavenly home on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the age of 85. He was born in Washington, NC on December 31, 1938, to George Nehemiah Hudson and Frances Sheppard Hudson.

Ernie will be deeply missed by his wife of 51 years, JoAnn Dyer Hudson; son, Russ Hudson (Debbie) of Vandemere; daughters,...

Aug 11, 2024

Carolyn Lou Banks Armstrong, 80, of Reelsboro, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024, surrounded by her family.

A woman of faith, Carolyn loved the Lord. As a mother and grandmother, her love and commitment knew no limits. Her family was her life.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Georgie Banks; her...

Aug 11, 2024

Johnny James Kilmer, 64, of Grantsboro, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024, at The Gardens of Pamlico.

Johnny attended Goose Creek Pentecostal Holiness Church. Always willing to help someone, he volunteered with Station #11 Fire Department for 19 years. He enjoyed his work at both Hardison Tire Co and TexasGulf.

He was preceded in death...

Aug 9, 2024

Laurence (Larry) Allen Moolenaar passed away peacefully on August 9, 2024, in Grantsboro, North Carolina. Born on February 14, 1949, in Valparaiso, Indiana. Larry graduated from St. Joseph High School in St. Joseph, Michigan, in 1967. In 1968, he answered the call of duty by enlisting in the Army, where he proudly served in Vietnam with Alpha company 75th...

Aug 8, 2024

Mary Willis Lee, 86, of Arapahoe passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Mary was a woman of faith and is a member of Arapahoe Free Will Baptist Church. She retired from Wachovia Bank but her most treasured role in life was that of wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Mary’s love and devotion...

Aug 7, 2024

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James Leon “J.L.” Overton, Sr., 90, of Aurora passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

James Leon affectionately known as J.L., was a man of faith who attended Friendship Pentecostal Holiness Church. He retired from Potter Oil Co. on January 1, 2024, after many years of service.

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Aug 4, 2024

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Todd C. Whorton, 59, of Bayboro passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024, at home.

Todd was preceded in death by his parents, Gary and Helen Whorton and sister, Annette Whorton.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Lacy W. Knowles (Worlise); son, Travis Whorton; stepson, Robert Greene; brothers,...

Jul 27, 2024

Catherine Elizabeth Arthur Atkinson, a lifelong resident of New Bern, N.C., peacefully went to meet our Lord in the company of her family at home early in the morning on July 27, 2024.  She lived 91 beautiful years.

Katie learned at an early age the value of hard work. Her treasured talent was the art of giving...

Jul 22, 2024

Susan Henri Johnson McClees, age 75, died peacefully Monday the 22 of July 2024 accompanied by family and friends.  Inspired by prayerful faith, she ministered to others as a member of All Saints Anglican Church in Newport, North Carolina. After a battle with cancer, she passed away in Charlotte, NC, with her loving nephew, William Walker Johnson at her...

Jul 21, 2024

Ethel Jacqueline “Jackie” Hopkins Lowder, 83, of New Bern passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Ethel, affectionately known as Jackie was born the middle child in Lowland, NC, to the late Wiley and Amy Leary Hopkins.

In addition to her parents, Jackie was preceded in death by her husband, Grady Lowder,...

Jul 20, 2024

Robert “Bobby” Ray Midyette, 74, of Bayboro passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024, at home.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, George and Pauline Midyette; brother, George Midyette, Jr.; and son, Robert “Robbie” Ray Midyette, Jr.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of nearly 54 years, Patsy Toler Midyette;...

Jul 17, 2024

Warren Thomas Winchester, Jr. 72, passed away on July 17, 2024, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Born on February 11, 1952, Warren brought immense joy to those around him.

Warren’s journey touched the lives of many, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of strength and resilience. Warren’s unwavering spirit in the face of adversity...

Jul 6, 2024

Jimmy Euel Rutherford, 89, of New Bern passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Euel and Angie Rutherford and brother, Walker Dan Rutherford.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of 64 years, Judy Whorton Rutherford; daughter, Gay Vitolo; sisters, Martha...

Jun 30, 2024

Roy Thomas Gritz, 78, of Minnesott Beach passed away Sunday, June 30, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Roy was born in Lowland, NC to the late George Leonard & Katie Ireland Gritz.

A retired veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps he served 22 years. Prior to becoming a Marine, he served in the U.S. Navy...

Jun 30, 2024

Barbara Carol Daniels Johnson, 81, of Merritt passed away Sunday, June 30, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

She is a member of Concord Christian Church.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Seth Dee and Grace Daniels; husband, Laron Johnson; and sister, Ruth Wilson.

Those left to cherish her memory are her...