Obituaries
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...
Cynthia Shaver Boyd
March 27, 2026
Cynthia Shaver Boyd, 69, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Carteret Health Care.
A graveside service to honor Cindy's life will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 2nd at Cedar Grove Cemetery, officiated by John Smith. Following the service, the family will receive friends at 1260 Newport Loop Road in Newport.
Cindy was born on...
Kenneth H. Swann
March 27, 2026
Kenneth H. Swann, 86, of Lafayette, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2026, at his son’s home.
Kenneth was born on October 17, 1939, in Springfield, Tennessee, to the late Hubert and Sarah Claiborne Swann.
He proudly served in the United States Army with the 4th Armored Division, stationed at Cooke Barracks in Göppingen, Germany, from 1958 to 1962 during...
Robert Ernest Peck
March 26, 2026
Robert Ernest Peck, 58, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Duke University Hospital.
A memorial service to honor Robert’s life will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, April 11, officiated by Pastor Billy Knox at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock.
Robert was born on October 9, 1967, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to Robert Edwin Peck and the...
Linda Lou Dufour
March 25, 2026
Linda Lou Dufour, 71, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Linda was born on May 20, 1954, in Caribou, Maine to the late Leonard and Anna Dufour. She always had a deep love for her family and cherished every opportunity to bring everyone together. Her home was always the heart of those...
Ian Andrew Glennon
March 24, 2026
Ian Andrew Glennon, 33, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully, following a courageous battle with colon cancer, on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, with his loved ones by his side.
A funeral mass to honor Ian’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, March 30th at Annunciation Catholic Church in Havelock, with Rev. Thomas Davis presiding. Interment will follow...
Bonnie Horsman Smith
March 23, 2026
Bonnie Horsman Smith, 77, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.
Bonnie will be laid to rest privately at Gethsemane Memorial Park.
Bonnie was born on April 16, 1948, in Laurel, Maryland, to the late Charles and Nancy Horsman. She had a gentle, creative spirit that naturally found its way into...
Doris Mason Miller
March 23, 2026
Doris Mason Miller, 87, of Emerald Isle, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.
Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net
Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory, Morehead City, NC.
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