Obituaries
Roy James Wetherington
Nov 5, 2025
Roy James Wetherington, 80, of New Bern, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 5th.
He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle, as well as a great friend to so many that loved him dearly. Roy James was born in New Bern, NC on September 16, 1945, and lived in the Clarks...
Sylvia Lee Norman
Nov 4, 2025
Sylvia Lee Boyd Norman, 87, of Oriental, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, November 4th.
She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother as well as a great friend to so many that loved her dearly. Sylvia was born in Arapahoe, NC on November 3, 1938, to Sultan and Ruby Boyd. During her High...
George Dixon Baxter Jr.
Nov 4, 2025
George Dixon Baxter, Jr., 64, of Oriental passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the Gardens of Pamlico.
George was a man who loved life’s simple joys – spending time with his family, casting a line while fishing, collecting coins and comic books, and enjoying a good round of golf. He was a member of Bayboro Baptist Church and a...
Mark Frank Zettl
Nov 1, 2025
Mark Frank Zettl, 65, of Vandemere, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Duke University Hospital.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Elisabeth Zettl and his wife, Deborah Zettl.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his children, Jessica Finn (Steven) and Crystal Petersen (Erik); sister, Elise Zettl; and grandchildren, Mikayla and Mackenzie Finn and Maverick Petersen.
Lynn Paige Lilly
Oct 27, 2025
Lynn Paige Ewing Lilly, 59, of Reelsboro, NC, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on October 27, 2025.
Lynn was a fun-loving and free-spirited soul who lived life on her own terms. Strong-willed and unapologetically herself, she had a way of letting you know exactly where you stood with her – and those who truly knew her loved...
Willard David Varley Jr.
Oct 26, 2025
Willard David Varley, Jr. 78, of Merritt passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.
David’s life was defined by a sense of duty, honor, and service. Born March 4, 1947, in Sewickley, PA, he served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War after graduating high school.
A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he enjoyed...
Paul Caraway Brady
Oct 26, 2025
Paul Caraway Brady, 96, of Pamlico, NC died peacefully on October 26, 2025, at his home on Broad Creek with his family by his side.
Paul was the son of John and Susan Brady and grew up in the small town of Pamlico. At that time, Pamlico was a bustling town that supported two stores, had two saw mills, and most...
Barbara Alice Phillips Cahoon
Oct 23, 2025
Barbara Alice Phillips Cahoon, 82, of Kinston, NC, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, October 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Barbara was born to the late, Clarence “Jack” Phillips Sr. and Vera Pearl Potter. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose kindness and gentle spirit touched the lives of many.
She is survived...
Kathy Renee Nichols Swift
Oct 19, 2025
Kathy Renee Nichols Swift, 55, of Reelsboro, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center, after a long battle with medical problems.
Kathy attended Grantsboro Church of God, where she found great joy in serving others. She loved helping to plan church events, especially those involving the children, and was always willing to lend a hand wherever she was...
Anita Fusari Willis
Oct 13, 2025
Anita Fusari Willis, 82, of Grantsboro, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
A resident of the Goose Creek community, Anita was a faithful member of Goose Creek Pentecostal Holiness Church, where she loved worshiping with her church family. She retired from Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehabilitation Center after 18 years of dedicated service.
Anita found great joy in tending...
James Rudolph Wood Sr.
Oct 7, 2025
James Rudolph Wood, Sr., 79, of Matthews Rd., Bayboro passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at home.
Raised in the Asbury/Cove City area, Rudolph was a member of Asbury Methodist Church. He was well known in the community as the owner and operator of Wood’s Grocery in Spring Garden, where he worked faithfully until his retirement. After many years of hard...
Barbara Kramer Strobl
Oct 5, 2025
Barbara Kramer Strobl, 78, of Arapahoe, passed away on October 5, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
Barbara’s life was defined by love, kindness, and thoughtfulness. A devoted dog mom, her home was always a safe haven for countless rescue dogs who found comfort and care in her gentle presence. She had a remarkable gift for remembering the important moments in the...
Ronald Rudolph Brunnen
Sep 29, 2025
Ronald Brunnen passed away at home after a short illness on September 29, 2025, with his wife, daughter, and son-in-law by his side. He was 93 years old.
Born May 2, 1932, on Long Island, New York, he served with the Army in Korea.
He married his high school sweetheart, Edna, and followed in his Dad's footsteps into the second-generation carpentry business.
A...
Kathleen Anne Fives Wilkinson
Sep 27, 2025
Kathleen Anne Fives Wilkinson, 76, of Merritt, NC, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She was born in Mount Vernon, New York, to the late Lieutenant Colonel William Fives and Harriett Wilson Fives, and was raised in the Roman Catholic faith.
Kathleen lived a full and purposeful life dedicated to education, family,...
Janice Marie Nobles Smith
Sep 20, 2025
Janice Nobles Smith, 63, of Grantsboro passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
Janice loved spending time with her family and her greatest joy in life was her children and grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruby “Marie” Nobles and James Nobles, as well as by her daughter, Amber Golden.
Those left behind to cherish her memory...
Freddie Rudolph Lewis, Sr.
Sep 18, 2025
Freddie Rudolph Lewis, Sr., 88, of Hobucken, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 18, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and son.
Born and raised in Hobucken, Feddie proudly served his country in the United States Coast Guard, where he dedicated 22 years before retiring. After returning home, he became a true jack-of-all-trades, willing to take on any...
Clifton Earl Williams, Jr.
Sep 15, 2025
Mayor Clifton Earl Williams Jr, 70, of Aurora, passed away on September 15, leaving behind a legacy of devoted public service and heartfelt commitment to his community.
Born on December 19, 1954, in Little Washington, Clif grew up with strong values of hard work, integrity, and service to others. After studying at Chowan University, he joined Aurora Industrial Supply, the family...
Jules Hugo Woodard
Sep 15, 2025
Jules “Jay” Hugo Woodard, 76, of Grantsboro, passed away on September 15, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
He graduated from Pamlico County High School in 1967. Jay was a man who lived life on his own terms and carried himself with great confidence. He was a lifelong hunter and fisherman who found joy and peace in the outdoors. He was also...
Raymond Howard Nickla
Sep 13, 2025
Raymond Howard Nickla, 83, of Oriental, NC passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
Mr. Nickla will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Garvin Charles Wells, Jr.
Sep 12, 2025
Garvin Wells, Jr., a devoted father, husband, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in New Bern, North Carolina, on Friday, September 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 71.
Born on June 28, 1954, in Hyde Park, New York, Garvin grew up with a deep love for the outdoors and an enduring passion for...
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