Obituaries

Narvia “Mae” Ebron Gillikin

Narvia “Mae” Ebron Gillikin

Aug 29, 2024

Narvia “Mae” Ebron Gillikin, 99, of Bettie, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

A funeral service to honor Mae’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, August 31st at Welcome Home Free Will Baptist Church, 195 Old River Road, Bettie, NC., with Pastor Michael Lewis officiating. The family...

William Emzy Pickard Sr.

William Emzy Pickard Sr.

Aug 28, 2024

William Emzy Pickard Sr., 98, of Raleigh, NC, died on August 28, 2024, at Transitions Lifecare Raleigh following a brief illness.

A graveside service to honor Bill's life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, September 20th at Bayview Cemetery in Morehead City, NC.

Bill was born on November 22nd, 1925, to the late Richard and Maggie Pickard. While attending Hope Valley...

Clara Belle Johnson Brooks

Clara Belle Johnson Brooks

Aug 27, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Clara Belle Johnson Brooks at the beautiful age of 93, at her residence in Harkers Island, North Carolina, on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

Clara was born August 12, 1931, in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Her love of cooking and baking desserts came from her employment at Miss Annie’s Restaurant in Morehead City, North Carolina....

Harold Russell Siddons

Harold Russell Siddons

Aug 26, 2024

Harold Russell Siddons, 62, of Rockhill, South Carolina passed away peacefully at his home on August 26, 2024.

A celebration of Harold's life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, September 14th at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City, officiated by Rev. Tom Supplee

Harold was born on August 19, 1962, in Indiana, to the late Marlene Burton and Kendal Siddons.

Those remaining...

William "Bill" Killingsworth

William "Bill" Killingsworth

Aug 25, 2024

William “Bill” Killingsworth, 82, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Croatan Ridge Rehabilitation & Nursing Center.

Bill was born on March 22, 1942, in Tennessee. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Bill dedicated 11 honorable years to serving his country. Following his military service, Bill continued to serve his community as a Law...

Arthur Ronald “Ron” Smith, Jr.

Arthur Ronald “Ron” Smith, Jr.

Aug 25, 2024

Arthur Ronald “Ron” Smith, Jr. was born on May 19, 1949, in Baltimore, MD and passed away on August 25, 2024, in Beaufort, NC.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents Ron and Sally, his brother-in-law John, and his sister-in-law Kate. 

Those who remain to cherish his memory are his wife of 53 years, Susan; daughter, Sarah; son, Josh (wife Nance);...

Frederick Hopewell

Frederick Hopewell

Aug 24, 2024

Frederick Hopewell, 61, of Swansboro, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Hopewell, Frederick, or Freddy J, no matter how you knew him, you knew he loved his country and was devoted to his family. 

Fred, is survived by his wife of 35 years, Marcia; his sons, Conor and Kyle; his daughter, Kathleen;...

Nancy Evans Minatel

Nancy Evans Minatel

Aug 24, 2024

Nancy Evans Minatel, 72, of Newport, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

 A funeral service to honor Nancy’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, August 26th at Newport Baptist, officiated by Pastor Gary Carroll. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. The graveside service will be held at 2 p.m.,...

Perry Delano Barnes Jr.

Perry Delano Barnes Jr.

Aug 24, 2024

A memorial service to honor Perry’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, August 26th at First Methodist Church in Morehead City, officiated by Rev. Powell Osteen. A reception receiving friends will take place following the service at the church. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later time.

Perry Delano Barnes, Jr., affectionately known as Pete, led...

Charlene Beigh

Charlene Beigh

Aug 24, 2024

Charlene Beigh, 76, of Newport, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Carteret Health Care.

 Charlene was born on October 8, 1947, in Elmira, New York, to the late Louis Smith and Beatrice Sanford.

 Those remaining to cherish her memory are her two daughters; five grandchildren; sister-in-law, Kimberly Sanford of the home; nieces, Naasha McGan and husband Jesse of the home,...

John R. Russell

John R. Russell

Aug 23, 2024

John R. Russell, 69, of Newport, passed away on August 23, 2024, at his home.

A Celebration of Life service will at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 31st at the family home, 1074 Sea Gate Drive, Newport N.C.

 John was born and raised for three years on the Grand Concourse, Bronx, New York. The parents relocated to Rockland County, New York where...

Ginger Pollard Odom

Ginger Pollard Odom

Aug 22, 2024

Ginger Pollard Odom, age 75, passed away on Thursday, August 22nd at Carteret Health Care in Morehead City.

There will be a celebration of life event on Saturday, September 7th at 4 pm at Ginger’s home in Newport, officiated by Pastor Joseph Park of Saint James United Methodist Church.

Ginger’s life journey began on December 10th, 1948. She was an animal lover...

Woodrow "Woodie" Wilson Wiles, Jr.

Woodrow "Woodie" Wilson Wiles, Jr.

Aug 21, 2024

Woodrow “Woodie” Wilson Wiles, Jr., age 86, passed away peacefully at the SECU Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport, NC on August 21, 2024. 

  He was born on July 10, 1938, in Wilkes County, NC to the late Woodrow Wilson Wiles, Sr. and Mary Garris Wiles.

 He is survived by his loving wife, Pat Harris Wiles of the home; son Woodrow...

Shirley E. Daniels

Shirley E. Daniels

Aug 21, 2024

Shirley E. Daniels, 84, of Havelock, NC, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024, with her family by her side at Carolina East Medical Center. 

Her funeral service will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City, officiated by Rev. Kenny McCoy. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service...

Charles Lee (Timmy) Warwick, Jr.

Charles Lee (Timmy) Warwick, Jr.

Aug 21, 2024

Charles Lee "Timmy" Warwick, Jr., 85 of Newport, NC, passed away peacefully at home with family on August 21, 2024. 

He was born on September 24, 1938, in Washington, DC, the son of Mary Agnes Banks and Charles Lee Warwick. 

He was a journeyman printer and after 39 years, he retired from the printing industry. Charles attended school in Washington, DC. He...

Malcolm Fulcher

Malcolm Fulcher

Aug 20, 2024

Malcolm Fulcher Jr., 83, Morehead City, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at Carolina East Medical Center.

Malcolm was born on September 23, 1940, in Morehead City, to the late Gerald Sr. and Nellie Fulcher. He was a teacher and then served as a guidance counselor at West Carteret High School for many years, where his dedication and commitment to...

Evelyn Moyers Collins

Evelyn Moyers Collins

Aug 19, 2024

Evelyn Moyers Collins, 83, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024, at Onslow Memorial Hospital.

Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, August 27th at Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, officiated by Pastor Kelly Pensinger. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at...

David Bradley

David Bradley

Aug 19, 2024

David Bradley, 82, of Morehead City, NC, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024, at his home.

David was born on July 12, 1942, in Halifax County, NC, to the late Spencer and Ruth Bradley. He was known for his love of being on the water whether it was fishing or boating, even if it involved running you up on an...

Amanda Walsh Crittenden

Amanda Walsh Crittenden

Aug 18, 2024

Amanda Walsh Crittenden, 38, of Cape Carteret, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at ECU Medical Center after a courageous and hard-fought battle against metastatic breast cancer.

A memorial service to honor Amanda’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, September 7th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Donald Thomas. The family will receive friends one hour prior...

Bridget Choyce

Bridget Choyce

Aug 17, 2024

Bridget Choyce, 64, of Phoenixville, PA, formerly of Newport, passed way on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Phoenixville Hospital surrounded by family.

A graveside service to honor Bridget’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Thursday, September 5th at Gethsemane Memorial Park.

Bridget was born on October 8, 1959, in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, to the late Richard and Letha DiSantis. She was a...