Obituaries

Valerie Hill Kinch

Valerie Hill Kinch

Oct 3, 2024

Valerie Hill Kinch, 85, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

Valerie was born on June 22, 1939, in Boston, Massachusetts, to the late Joseph Fredrick Hill and Marion Louise (Dolan) Hill. She grew up in Glastonbury, Connecticut with her older sister, Audrey. Valerie met the love of her life, John Bennett Kinch...

Elizabeth "Betsy" Odell

Elizabeth "Betsy" Odell

Oct 3, 2024

Elizabeth "Betsy" Odell, 73, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Carolina East Medical Center. 

A memorial service to honor Betsy’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 12th at Munden Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Betsy was born on May 12, 1951, in Union City, New...

Carol "Elaine" Roberson Loggins

Carol "Elaine" Roberson Loggins

Oct 1, 2024

Carol “Elaine” Roberson Loggins, 75, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill.

A memorial service to honor Elaine’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, October 12th at Munden Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Born on March 25, 1949, in...

Charles Lyerly Dixon

Charles Lyerly Dixon

Sep 30, 2024

Charles Lyerly Dixon, 90, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

A celebration of Mr. Dixon’s life will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, October 14th, at First Baptist Church in Morehead City, officiated by Dr. Nate Leonard and Rev. Darrell Williams. His graveside service, with Masonic Rites and military honors, will...

Dorothy “Dottie” West Simmons

Dorothy “Dottie” West Simmons

Sep 30, 2024

Dorothy “Dottie” West Simmons, 78, of Newport, North Carolina, peacefully went to be with her Savior on September 30, 2024, surrounded by her family. She has left behind a legacy of love, resilience, and generosity that will continue to inspire all who knew her. 

Dottie was born on August 28, 1946, to the late Dorothy “Dot” and Dorval Wayne West Jr....

Catherine M. Winchester

Catherine M. Winchester

Sep 27, 2024

Catherine M. Winchester, 70, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away at her home on Friday, September 27, 2024.

A celebration gathering will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, October 5th at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City. A graveside service will follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery in Newport. For those unable to attend, the celebration service can be viewed through...

Patricia "Pat" Morse White

Patricia "Pat" Morse White

Sep 26, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Morse White, 99, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, September 26, 2024.

Pat was born on March 22, 1925, in White River Junction, Vermont, to the late Harold and Flossie Morse. In 1945, Pat married Edward White, and together they shared a deep and loving partnership that lasted for 64 wonderful years until...

Artie Carroll Frost

Artie Carroll Frost

Sep 26, 2024

Artie Carroll Frost, known affectionately as the "Rembrandt of Birdhouses," 76, of Salter Path, NC, passed away peacefully at home on September 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of craftsmanship, laughter, and love for the water. 

A memorial service, with military honors, will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, October 1st at Salter Path Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Donald Thomas....

Yuli Cristel Angel Angel

Yuli Cristel Angel Angel

Sep 25, 2024

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Yuli Cristel Angel Angel, 27, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Carteret Health Care after a long fight with Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia and Cystic Fibrosis. 

A funeral service to honor Yuli’s life will be held at 3:30 p.m., Sunday, September 29th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Miguel Salazar....

William Franklin "Frank" Williams

William Franklin "Frank" Williams

Sep 24, 2024

William Franklin "Frank" Williams, 88, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences.

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. in Morehead City, NC.

David Perry Patterson

David Perry Patterson

Sep 24, 2024

David Perry Patterson, 58, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Carolina East Medical Center.

Born on April 22, 1966, in Asheboro, North Carolina, David was a beloved son of the late Douglas Patterson and Anette Bowling. Known for his passion for life, David loved playing golf and was always ready to go fishing. He enjoyed...

Ronald E. Woodard

Ronald E. Woodard

Sep 24, 2024

Ronald E. Woodard, 86, of Cape Carteret, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

Ronald was born to Guy and Thelma Woodard at Fort Bragg, NC, on September 25, 1937. Ron pursued a civilian career of employment at Fort Bragg for 36 years and retired in 1992 as the first Director of Civilian Personnel for...

Doris Beaman Rohloff

Doris Beaman Rohloff

Sep 21, 2024

Doris Beaman Rohloff, 84, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Carteret Health Care, surrounded by her family.

A memorial service to honor Doris’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, September 25th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Jonathon Griffin. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Doris was...

Melissa Rice Brameyer

Melissa Rice Brameyer

Sep 20, 2024

Melissa Rice Brameyer, 56, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Duke University Hospital in Durham. 

A memorial service to honor Melissa’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, September 27th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Dennis Evans. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Melissa, known by those who...

Jason "Jay" Spatilson

Jason "Jay" Spatilson

Sep 20, 2024

Jason “Jay” Spatilson Sr., 49, of Atlantic, North Carolina, passed away at his home on Friday, September 20, 2024.

A memorial service to honor Jason’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, September 26th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Winkie Chadwick. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Jay was born on November 14, 1974,...

Lenore Buck Hellwege

Lenore Buck Hellwege

Sep 20, 2024

Lenore Buck Hellwege, 96, of Cape Carteret, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, September 20, 2024.

Lenore was born on October 10, 1927, in Spring Hope, NC, to the late William and Blanche Wester. She was married to her beloved husband John Nash Buck, with whom she raised a loving family of three children. After John’s passing,...

Kay Louise Curtis Griffin

Kay Louise Curtis Griffin

Sep 17, 2024

Kay Louise Curtis Griffin, 79, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on September 17, 2024, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

Her memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, September 28, at Life Point Church on Hibbs Road in Newport.

Kay was born October 30, 1944, to the late Roland and Beth Curtis in Lunenburg, Massachusetts. She was the middle...

Vincent Joseph Martin Jr.

Vincent Joseph Martin Jr.

Sep 16, 2024

Vincent Joseph Martin Jr., 79, of Morehead City, NC, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024, after a brave fight. 

A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, September 23rd at St. Egbert Catholic Church, presided by Deacon Jim Strange. Interment, with military honors, will follow at 1 p.m., at Seaside Memorial Park in Swansboro. 

Vincent was born to Vincent...

David Russell Bryant

David Russell Bryant

Sep 15, 2024

David Russell Bryant, 70, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

David was born on August 19, 1954, in Raleigh, NC, to the late Hugh and Louise Bryant. He honorably served in the United States Army with exemplary dedication and commitment to his country. In his professional life, David showcased his skills...

Brandon Latchford

Brandon Latchford

Sep 13, 2024

Brandon Latchford, 19, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024.

Brandon was born on February 11, 2005, in Raleigh, NC, to Brian and Caroline Latchford. He was a graduate of Croatan High School and was continuing his education at Carteret Community College where he was on the President’s List. Brandon had a passion for technology, particularly in...