Obituaries
Jacob Cleveland Kearns
October 14, 2026
Jacob Cleveland Kearns, 35, passed away on October 14, 2026. A beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, Jacob will be remembered for his affectionate nature, generous spirit, infectious laugh, and unwavering love for those closest to him.
Throughout his life, Jacob developed an impressive range of professional skills, reflecting his intelligence, versatility, determination, and strong work ethic. He built an accomplished...
Claude Arthur Huntley
October 14, 2026
Claude Arthur Huntley, age 69, passed away on October 14, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of honor, faith, kindness, and love for his family and country.
A funeral service to honor Claude's life will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, October 20, at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. He...
Gary Worth Slaughter
October 11, 2026
Gary Worth Slaughter, 65, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
A celebration of Gary's life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, October 24th at the beachside shelter at Fort Macon State Park in Atlantic Beach, NC. The family will receive friends following the service...
Alice Hunter Hardesty
October 11, 2026
Alice Hunter Hardesty, 79, of Mill Creek, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, October 11, 2026. We celebrate the homegoing of our precious Moma, who was known for her vibrant red hair, infectious laughter, and a heart as big as all outdoors. She brought light and joy into every room she entered.
A funeral service to honor...
William "Bill" Evans Chamblee
October 11, 2026
William “Bill” Evans Chamblee, 81, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 11, 2026, surrounded by his family.
A memorial service to honor Bill’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, October 14 at the Crystal Coast Worship Center, officiated by Pastor Paul Loftin. A reception will follow after the service.
Bill was born on May 13,...
Kenneth Wayne Virkler
October 9, 2026
Kenneth Wayne Virkler, 68, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 9, 2026 at Carteret Health Care surrounded by those he loved.
Kenneth was born on September 22, 1958, in Wareham, Massachusetts, to the late Albert Virkler and Margaret Westgate. He was a proud father to Justin Virkler and a loving partner of over 23 years to...
Johnnie Miller
October 9, 2026
Johnnie Miller, 72, of Swansboro, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026.
A memorial service to honor Johnnie’s life will be held at a later date.
Johnnie was born on October 4, 1954, in Marion, South Carolina, to the late Sydney and Almetta Miller.
Johnnie was the kind of man who always spoke his mind and stood firmly behind what he...
Marion Elaine Garner
October 9, 2026
Marion Elaine Garner, 87, of Pollocksville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 9, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Havelock, North Carolina.
A graveside service honoring Marion and her daughter, Meri, will be held together at 2 p.m., Sunday, November 1st at the Wetherington Family Cemetery in Askins, NC.
Born on May 13, 1939, in New Bern, North Carolina, Marion...
Sandra Croom Nissen
October 8, 2026
Sandra Croom Nissen, known to all who loved her as Sandy, passed away on October 8, 2026, at her home in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina. She was 75 years old.
Sandy was born on August 23, 1951, in Raleigh, North Carolina, to Eugene Vickers Croom and Mary Frances Puckett. From an early age she carried within her a deep curiosity and...
Ryan Garner Butt
October 7, 2026
Ryan Garner Butt, 65, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away at his home on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
A graveside service to honor Ryan’s life will be held at 2pm, Friday, October 16, at Coastal Carolina VA Cemetery in Jacksonville.
Family and friends are invited to gather from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026, in the common area...
Thomas Morton Menaugh
October 5, 2026
Thomas Morton Menaugh, 76, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.
Thomas was born on October 26, 1949, in Kinston, North Carolina, to the late Morton and Sarah Menaugh. He was a graduate of East Carolina University with the Class of 1973, making his entire career in the insurance industry. His...
Alexis Smith
October 5, 2026
Alexis Smith, 74, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 5, 2026, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.
Alexis was born on January 15, 1952, in Carteret County, NC, to the late Henry and Margaret Pinkhan.
Those remaining to cherish her memory are her daughter, Billie Dawn Harvey of Newport, NC: granddaughter, Kemmerlyn Lawrence of New Bern, NC; and...
Maki Cruz
October 5, 2026
Maki Cruz, 53, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 5, 2026.
Maki was born on October 26, 1972, in Okinawa, Japan, to Masao Gima and Shizu Maehira. Her Japanese heritage remained an important part of her life, and she treasured the opportunity to visit her family in Japan and spend time with those she loved.
Maki found...
Sandra "Googy" Anita Davis
October 4, 2026
Sandra “Googy” Anita Davis, 82, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.
A funeral service to honor Sandra’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, October 9 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Marshallberg, officiated by Pastor Wesley Holmes. Interment will follow at Victoria Cemetery. The family will receive friends...
Robert "Cherokee" Neander
October 2, 2026
Robert “Cherokee” Neander, 78, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2026, at his home.
Robert was born on September 9, 1948, in Bronx, New York, to the late Robert and Estelle Neander. He was a hardworking man who lived life to its fullest. Robert loved riding his motorcycle and spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. A true...
Cynthia Jordan Jenkins
October 1, 2026
Cynthia Jordan Jenkins, 78, of Cape Carteret, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.
Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net
Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. in Morehead City, NC.
Alice "Sally" Hill Montgomery
September 30, 2026
Alice Hill Montgomery, lovingly known to family and friends as "Sal" or "Sally," passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026, at the age of 89. She has now been reunited with her beloved husband, Dean Montgomery; her parents, Olive and Ben Hill; and all of her brothers and sisters who preceded her in death.
Born on July 27, 1937, in Elmira,...
John "Jack" Stephen Rector
September 29, 2026
John “Jack” Stephen Rector, 90, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.
Born on December 10, 1935, in Hartford, Connecticut, Jack was the son of the late Irving Henry Rector and Thelma Violetta Tabor Rector. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, stationed in Winter Harbor, Maine, from 1958...
Delaina Jackson Davis
September 29, 2026
Delaina Jackson Davis, 64, of Atlantic Beach, was born June 5, 1962, in Cumberland County. She passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026.
A graduate of West Carteret High School, Wilson Community College, and Emmanuel College, Delaina lived with strength, compassion, courage, and abiding faith. Her love for the Lord sustained her through life’s greatest joys and most difficult trials. She...
Sylvia Styron English
September 28, 2026
Sylvia Styron English, 88, formerly of Carteret County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026, at her home in Eagle River, Alaska.
A funeral service to honor Sylvia’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 10th at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City, NC. Interment will follow at Bayview Cemetery in Morehead City, NC. The family...
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