Obituaries

Teddy Wilson

Teddy Wilson

Jun 7, 2025

Teddy Boyd Wilson, 77, of Newport, formerly of Harkers Island, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Croatan Ridge Nursing Center.

Teddy was born on March 24, 1948, in Harkers Island, N.C. to the late Dewey and Daphne Wilson. He lived a life of hard work and purpose. Teddy worked for many years on the Minnesott ferry, where he was...

Wallace “Wally” Cornell Lawrence

Wallace “Wally” Cornell Lawrence

Jun 3, 2025

Wallace “Wally” Cornell Lawrence, 92, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House, following a short illness.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m., Saturday, July 26th at Munden Funeral Home.

Born on August 1, 1932, in Wytheville, Virginia, Wally was the son of the...

Dr. Gregory Rice

Dr. Gregory Rice

Jun 3, 2025

Dr. Gregory Rice, 74, of Morehead City, North Carolina, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A celebration of Greg’s life will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, June 14th at First Baptist Church in Morehead City, with Rev Darrell Williams officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to...

Blanca Davila Brown

Blanca Davila Brown

Jun 2, 2025

Blanca Davila Brown, 69, of Cape Carteret, North Carolina, passed away at her home on Monday, June 2, 2025.

A memorial service to honor Blanca’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 13th at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Kinston.

Born on May 29, 1956, in Monterrey, Mexico, Blanca was one of seven children born to the late Federico and...

Charles "Gregory" Garner

Charles "Gregory" Garner

Jun 1, 2025

Charles Gregory Garner, 56, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at his home.

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

Gregory was born on June 14, 1968, in Morehead City, to the...

Robert L. Warren

Robert L. Warren

Jun 1, 2025

Robert L. Warren, 90, of Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

Robert was born on January 7, 1935, in Binghamton, New York, to the late Lee and Dora Warren. He had a deep love for life and people. He moved to the Crystal Coast in 1990, where...

Larry David Lafferty

Larry David Lafferty

Jun 1, 2025

Larry David Lafferty, 74, of Havelock, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Carolina East Medical Center.

His memorial service, with full military honors, will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock, officiated by Rev. Johnny Thompson. He will be laid to rest at Forest Oaks Memorial Gardens.

Larry was born on...

Shelby Jean Burch Blackburn

Shelby Jean Burch Blackburn

Jun 1, 2025

Shelby Jean Burch Blackburn, age 87, of Mill Creek, NC passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Spring Arbor Assisted Living facility in Greenville, NC.

The family will be receiving guests from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., Friday, June 6th at Munden Funeral Home, followed by a celebration of life service at 11:30 a.m. at Gethsemane Memorial Park.

Jean was born...

Joseph William McMurtrie

Joseph William McMurtrie

May 31, 2025

Joseph William McMurtrie, 81, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Carteret Health Care.

A funeral mass for Joseph will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 20, 2025, at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, 51 Lansdale Ave #51, Lansdale, PA 19446.

Joseph was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who had an expansive career in the meat...

Daniel "Danny" Ray Taylor

Daniel "Danny" Ray Taylor

May 30, 2025

Daniel Ray Taylor, 77, of Atlantic, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Carteret Health Care surrounded by his loved ones.

A funeral service to honor Danny’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 3rd at Sea Level Missionary Baptist Church with Rev Terry McInnis officiating. Interment, with Masonic Rites and Military...

Phyllis Isley Clapp O'Daniel

Phyllis Isley Clapp O'Daniel

May 30, 2025

Phyllis Isley Clapp O'Daniel, 86, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, passed away from heart failure on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Carteret Landing, with family by her side.

A graveside service will take place at Mt. Hope United Church of Christ in Whitsett, NC. Service details will be shared once finalized.

Phyllis was born on April 20, 1939, in Julian, NC, to...

Catalina Marina Eubanks

Catalina Marina Eubanks

May 29, 2025

Catalina Marina Eubanks, affectionately known as "Cathy" by many who loved her, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, at the age of 86. She was surrounded by several cherished loved ones as she took her final rest.

Born on February 12, 1939, Catalina lived a life rich in love, devotion, and family. For 68 beautiful years, she shared her life...

Sharon Ann Vierrether

Sharon Ann Vierrether

May 29, 2025

Sharon Ann Vierrether, 67, of Cedar Island, North Carolina, passed away at her home on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

A memorial service to honor Sharon’s life will be held at a later date.

Born on August 27, 1957, in Portsmouth, Virginia, Sharon was the daughter of the late Thelbert and Etta Etheridge. She spent her early years in Elizabeth City, NC, before...

Rebecca “Bekki” Elliott

Rebecca “Bekki” Elliott

May 29, 2025

Rebecca “Bekki” Elliott, 72, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Cherry Point Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

A gathering of family and friends to honor Bekki’s life will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., Sunday, June 8th at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock.

Bekki was born on March 16, 1953, in Savannah, Georgia, to...

Karen Smith Hansen

Karen Smith Hansen

May 29, 2025

Karen Smith Hansen of Beaufort, NC died peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 29, 2025.

A memorial service to honor Karen’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 21st at Atlantic United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Paul Harris and Rev. Rufus Butner. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Karen will be...

Deborah Ann DiSantis Doolittle

Deborah Ann DiSantis Doolittle

May 29, 2025

Deborah Ann Doolittle, 66, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Carteret Health Care.

A graveside service to honor Debbie’s life will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, June 6 at Cannady Memorial Cemetery, officiated by Pastor Billy Knox. The family will receive friends following the service at the Newport Moose Lodge.

Debbie was born on August...

Carol L. Wiemers Fox

Carol L. Wiemers Fox

May 29, 2025

Carol L. Wiemers Fox, 73, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

A memorial service, with military honors, will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 12th at St. Paul Lutheran Church, officiated by Rev. James Daub. The family invites everyone to join them for a reception following the service.

Born on November 8,...

Gary "Bubba" Lee Neal Jr.

Gary "Bubba" Lee Neal Jr.

May 29, 2025

Gary “Bubba” Lee Neal Jr., 51, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Carteret Health Care.

A graveside service to honor Gary’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 3rd at Cedar Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends following the service. 

Born on August 27, 1973, in Washington, Pennsylvania, Gary was the son of...

Mary Alice Whaley Dowdy

Mary Alice Whaley Dowdy

May 28, 2025

Mary Alice Whaley Dowdy, 80, of Mill Creek, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital in South Carolina.

A funeral service to honor Mary’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 3rd at Grace Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Dwayne Ebron. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family will...

Steve Menninger

Steve Menninger

May 27, 2025

Steve Menninger, 56, of Washington, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at his home.

His family will celebrate his life privately.

Steve was born on May 22, 1969, in Naples, Florida, to the late Charles Menninger Jr., and Angela Menninger. He was a dedicated educator and mentor whose career spanned over 28 years. He earned his bachelor’s degree from...