Obituaries

Paul Joseph Duval

Paul Joseph Duval

September 10, 2024

Paul Joseph Duval was born April 1, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan, and passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, in Morehead City, North Carolina with family by his side. Paul applied his stubbornness and sense of humor to his battle with cancer and stayed strong until the end.

A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, September 16th...

Frances Ester MacDonald

Frances Ester MacDonald

September 9, 2024

Frances Ester MacDonald, 97, of Lunenburg, Vermont, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, in Havelock, North Carolina.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences.

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Cremations, Havelock, N.C.

Lina Sue Panzarella

Lina Sue Panzarella

September 9, 2024

Lina Sue Panzarella, 76, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away at home on Monday, September 9, 2024.

Lina was born on November 6, 1947, in Dunn, NC, to the late Thomas and Sue Ray. Lina had a deep passion for fishing and was always ready for the chance to cast her line. Her love for bowling was equally strong, and she...

Robert “Bobby” Carter

Robert “Bobby” Carter

September 9, 2024

Robert “Bobby” Carter, 82, of Peletier, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

Bobby was born on November 8, 1941, in Surry County, NC, to the late Archie and Ethel Carter. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, demonstrating loyalty to his country. After completing his military service, Bobby pursued his...

John "Jack" Thompson Jr.

John "Jack" Thompson Jr.

September 8, 2024

John “Jack” Thompson Jr., 97, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at his home.

Jack was born on November 29, 1926, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late John Thompson Sr. and Mabel Davidson Thompson. He was a proud World War II Navy veteran and a longtime public servant. After his service, he continued to protect...

Clyde Norman Burleson Jr.

Clyde Norman Burleson Jr.

September 8, 2024

Clyde Norman Burleson Jr., 84, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A funeral service to honor Clyde’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, September 14th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Sally Salter. Interment will follow at Broad Creek Community Cemetery. The family will receive friends one...

Andrea Martha Sutsko Perpetua

Andrea Martha Sutsko Perpetua

September 7, 2024

Andrea Martha Sutsko Perpetua, 83, of Smyrna, NC, passed away due to Alzheimer’s Disease on Saturday, September 7, 2024.

Andrea was a devoted mother to Michele Perpetua Roberts and Kevin Perpetua, a doting grandmother to Kai and Kade and wife to Romy E.I. Perpetua, Jr. for over sixty years.

Andrea was a Director of Nurses in McAllen, Texas before retiring. She and...

Michael P. Hansen “Mike”

Michael P. Hansen “Mike”

September 7, 2024

Michael P. Hansen “Mike”, 83, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7th, 2024 in his home, following a courageous battle with lung cancer.

Mike was born on May 20th, 1941 in Brooklyn, NY. He grew up in Plandome, NY and Chicago, IL. He attended Indiana University, receiving both his undergraduate degree and his MBA while also...

Terrence "Terry" J. Greene

Terrence "Terry" J. Greene

September 7, 2024

Terrence "Terry" J. Greene, age 71 of Newport, NC, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7, 2024. 

A native of Pennsylvania, young Terry enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, which led him to North Carolina. After proudly serving his country, Terry honed his skills as a master carpenter and became known for his ability to create, renovate, and fix just...

Jewell Keith Meares

Jewell Keith Meares

September 3, 2024

Jewell K. Meares, 95, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at the Carteret House.

A funeral service to honor Jewell’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, September 5th at St. James United Methodist Church in Newport. Interment will follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the...

Tina Ward Culbreth

Tina Ward Culbreth

September 2, 2024

Tina Ward Culbreth, 66, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away at her home on Monday, September 2, 2024.

A funeral service to honor Tina’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, September 9th at Salter Path Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Donald Thomas. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the...

Barbara Phillips

Barbara Phillips

August 31, 2024

Barbara Phillips, 89, formerly of Carteret County, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at The Heritage of Richlands.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences.

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. in Morehead City, NC.

Marion "Lucy" Hamric

Marion "Lucy" Hamric

August 30, 2024

Marion “Lucy” Hamric, 86, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Charlotte.

A funeral mass to honor Lucy’s life will be held at 12 p.m., Thursday, September 5th at Annunciation Catholic Church in Havelock, presided by Rev. Jim Bucholz. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. She...

Danny Paul Dixon

Danny Paul Dixon

August 30, 2024

Danny Paul Dixon, 60, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 30, 2024, following a courageous battle with Cancer.

A funeral service to honor Danny’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, September 2nd at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Richard Patterson. Interment will follow at Carteret Memorial Gardens. The family will receive...

Sherman A. "Butch" Griffin

Sherman A. "Butch" Griffin

August 29, 2024

Sherman A. “Butch” Griffin, 77, of Beaufort, North Carolina, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 29, 2024.

A memorial service to honor Butch’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, September 4th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Merle Hunt and Rev. Mitchell Parker.

Butch was born on January 14, 1947, in Newport, NC,...

Narvia “Mae” Ebron Gillikin

Narvia “Mae” Ebron Gillikin

August 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.

August 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

August 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

August 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

August 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...