Obituaries
John Rodenbeck Adler Sr.
April 12, 2026
John Rodenbeck Adler, Sr. died on April 12, 2026, at the age of 99 in his home in Pine Knoll Shores, NC.
John grew up in Great Neck, NY and, as a boy and adult, summered in Southold, LI, NY. While in high school, he boxed, competed in track and sailed competitively. During the final year of World War II, John,...
Leila Ashi Chaanine
April 10, 2026
Leila Ashi Chaanine, 85, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.
A graveside service to honor Leila’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, April 20th at Gethsemane Memorial Park in Newport.
Leila was born on April 7, 1941, in Lebanon, to the late Costandi and Anisa Ashi. She grew up...
Gunnery Sergeant Samuel "Sam" Charles Mento Jr. USMC (Retired)
April 10, 2026
Gunnery Sergeant Samuel “Sam” Charles Mento, Jr. USMC (Retired), 77, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Grantsbrook Rehabilitation & Nursing Center.
Sam will be laid to rest privately, with military honors, at the Coastal Carolina Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville. A celebration of his life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 2nd...
Alan Keith "AK" Miller
April 10, 2026
Alan Keith “AK” Miller, 65, of Morehead City, NC, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026.
A memorial service to celebrate AK’s life will be held at 11: a.m. on Wednesday, April 15, at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Nelson Hopkins. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. For those unable to attend, the service can...
William Carroll Lupton
April 10, 2026
William Carroll Lupton, 82, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.
A funeral service to honor William’s life will be held at 12 p.m., Tuesday, April 14th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Bill Hooper. Interment will follow at Live Oak Grove Christian Church Cemetery. The family will receive...
Philip Theodore "Ted" Goetz
April 9, 2026
At 93 years of age, Philip "Ted" Goetz peacefully passed away at his home on April 9, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones.
A memorial service to honor Ted's life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 2 at St. James United Methodist Church in Newport, officiated by Rev. Joseph Parks. The family will receive friends following the service...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Zeigler Granger
April 9, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” Zeigler Granger, a beloved mother, Nana, partner, and friend, passed away on April 9, 2026, surrounded by love after a courageous battle with cancer.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Jackie grew up in Carteret County and graduated from West Carteret High School in 1977. She carried with her the values of strength, resilience, and...
MGySgt Robert Critcher, USMC (Retired)
April 7, 2026
The family of Master Gunnery Sergeant Robert Critcher, USMC (Retired) is deeply saddened to announce his passing on April 7, 2026, at the age of 73. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, Rob lived a life defined by loyalty, resilience, and unwavering love for those around him.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Robert’s life will...
Marjorie Crump McDermott
April 6, 2026
Marjorie Crump McDermott, 94, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at Carteret Landing.
Marjorie was born on January 31, 1932, in Hickory, NC, to the late Jones Edward and Margaret Goebel Crump. Marjorie graduated from Hickory High School before continuing her studies at Warren Wilson Junior College, where she earned her associate degree. Her dedication to...
Bonnie Hall Lusink
April 3, 2026
Bonnie Hall Lusink, a devoted mother, sister, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends.
Born on December 15, 1944, in Portsmouth, Virginia, Bonnie was the beloved daughter of the late Curry C. Hall, Jr. and Elsie Greene Hall. She graduated...
Jason Todd Smith
April 3, 2026
Jason Todd Smith, 55, of Bayboro, North Carolina, formally of Kinston, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Carolina East Medical Center.
A graveside service to honor Jason’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 8th, at Gethsemane Memorial Park in Newport.
Jason was born on March 25, 1971, in Kinston, NC, to Leon “Len” and Patricia “Pat” Smith....
Charles "Charlie" Ryder
April 3, 2026
Charles “Charlie” Ryder, 44, of Salter Path, North Carolina, passed away on April 3, 2026.
A private ceremony will be held with family at a later time.
Charlie was born on November 24, 1981. He was a man who found joy in working with his hands and had a special gift for bringing old, worn things back to life. Whether it was...
Celeste Eleanor Bell
April 3, 2026
Celeste Eleanor Bell, 89, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Pruitt Health – Crystal Coast.
Celeste was born on September 19, 1936, in Staten Island, New York, to the late John and Stella Camarca.
Celeste had a deep love for her family and found her greatest joy in the time spent together. She also loved...
Audrey Eleanor Loftin Fulcher
April 3, 2026
Audrey Eleanor Loftin Fulcher, 96, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 3, 2026, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.
A funeral service to honor Audrey’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, April 12th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by John Smith. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Audrey will...
Dennis Dean White
April 1, 2026
Dennis Dean White, 76, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Pruitt Health - Crystal Coast.
A graveside service, with military honors, will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 7 at Victoria Cemetery in Marshallberg, officiated by Rev. Bill Hooper.
Dennis was born on November 7, 1949, in Des Moines, Iowa, to the late Paul...
Kuniko Otsu Kiraly
March 31, 2026
Kuniko Otsu Kiraly, 92, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Transitions Life Care in Raleigh.
Kuniko was born on January 27, 1934, in Japan, to the late Fumio Otsu. She was proud of her heritage and carried her Japanese culture with grace and honor throughout her life. Kuniko also shared her lifelong devotion to...
Debra Diane Fitzgerald
March 30, 2026
Debra Diane Fitzgerald, 75, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Carolina East Medical Center.
A funeral service to honor Debra’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, April 3 at Munden Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. For those...
Laura Jane RIchardson Price
March 29, 2026
Laura Jane Richardson Price, 65, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed over at home on March 28, 2026.
Mrs. Price was the daughter of the late Dr. Maurice Baker Richardson, DDS and the late Jane Murphy Carpenter Richardson. She graduated from Albemarle High School. Laura Jane or "LJ" obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Western Carolina University in Cullowhee,...
Cynthia "Cindee" Charlene Oglesby Lewis
March 29, 2026
Cynthia “Cindee” Charlene Oglesby Lewis, 65, of Mill Creek, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at her home.
A funeral service to honor Cindee’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 1 at Graham Memorial Pentecostal Holiness Church, officiated by Pastor Chad Graham. Interment will follow at Bell Oglesby Family Cemetery. The family will receive...
Nellie Sue Gillikin Brown
March 28, 2026
Nellie Sue Gillikin Brown, 85, of Otway, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.
Sue will be laid to rest privately.
Sue was born on November 30, 1940, in Otway, North Carolina, to the late Roosevelt and Ruth Frances Gillikin. She was a graduate of Smyrna High School and a lifelong member of Otway Christian Church, where...
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