Obituaries

Lena Fulcher Broughton

Lena Fulcher Broughton

May 3, 2012

Lena Marie Fulcher Broughton, 86, of Oriental died Thursday, May 3, 2012, at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of New Bern Church of God. She is survived by her son, Levy Broughton of Oriental; one sister, Sabra Elizabeth “Pinkie” Willis of New Bern; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m.,...

Johnny Genearl Purvis

Johnny Genearl Purvis

May 3, 2012

Johnny Genearl Purvis, 64, of Bridgeton passed away Thursday, May 3, 2012, at home. He was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. He retired from the U.S. Navy after 21 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Purvis; four sons, Rob Castle and wife, Brenda, of Morganton, Greg Castle and wife, Brenda, of Clayton, Shane Purvis...

Betty "Lynny" Jones

Betty "Lynny" Jones

Feb 13, 2012

Betty “Lynny” Lynn Jones, 41, of Howell’s Child Care Center, New Bern died Monday, February 13, 2012, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She is survived by her parents, Jimmy and Sherry Jones of Bayboro; and one sister, Lila Ann Collins of Hampton, Va. A memorial service will be held 7:00 p.m., Friday, February 17, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with...