Obituaries

Debra Andrus Jenkins

Debra Andrus Jenkins

Oct 15, 2023

Debra Andrus Jenkins, 65, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023, at her home.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Tuesday, October 24th, at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City.

Debra was born on November 7, 1957, in Franklin, New Hampshire,...

Charles "Charlie" Renda Jr.

Charles "Charlie" Renda Jr.

Oct 15, 2023

Charles “Charlie” Renda Jr.,77, of Beaufort, passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Pam Health Specialty Hospital in Rocky Mount.

A graveside service to honor Charlie’s life will be held at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 18th  at Straits Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m., Wednesday, October 18th...

Verona "Lynne" Parrish

Verona "Lynne" Parrish

Oct 14, 2023

Verona "Lynne" Parrish, 80, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Carteret Health Care. Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. in Morehead City, N.C.

Stephen William Walsh

Stephen William Walsh

Oct 14, 2023

Stephen William Walsh, age 98, of Rivershore Drive in New Bern, NC, died October 14, 2023.

He was predeceased by Lula Elsie Harrison Walsh, his wife of 77 years. He had one sister and one brother born to Mary Matilda Walsh and Stephen Joseph Walsh. He was pre-deceased by both siblings and their spouses. He was the...

Charles Butler

Charles Butler

Oct 13, 2023

Charles Butler, 66, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at his home.

Charles was born on December 20, 1956, in Hope Mills, North Carolina, to the late Deon and Oneida Butler. He grew up in Cumberland County. Charles had a love for the tranquil shores of the Carolinas. He was a...

Brenda Barnby

Brenda Barnby

Oct 13, 2023

Brenda Barnby, 70, of Adams Creek, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A funeral service to honor Brenda’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, October 20th  at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City, officiated by Chaplain Rick Brooks. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park....

Elmenia Pennuell

Elmenia Pennuell

Oct 13, 2023

Elmenia Pennuell, 92, of Morehead City, North Carolina, a beloved mother and respected businesswoman, entered eternal rest peacefully on Friday, October 13, 2023, at the Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

 A funeral service to honor Elmenia’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, October 19th at Munden Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior...

Jeffry Douglas Geisler

Jeffry Douglas Geisler

Oct 12, 2023

Jeffry Douglas Geisler, 71, of Pine knoll Shores, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House. Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. in Morehead City, N.C.

Bettye Clark Ryder

Bettye Clark Ryder

Oct 11, 2023

Bettye Clark Ryder, 89, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at the home of her daughter.

There will be an opportunity to greet the family and share fellowship and memories starting at 1:00 pm Saturday, October 14th at St. James United Methodist Church in Newport followed by a memorial service to...

Juanita Hill Pake

Juanita Hill Pake

Oct 11, 2023

Juanita Hill Pake, 93, of Bettie, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A funeral service to honor Ms. Pake’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, October 13th at Welcome Home Free Will Baptist Church in Bettie, officiated by Rev. Ray Gaskins and Rev. Terry McInnis....

Michael Lamb

Michael Lamb

Oct 10, 2023

Michael Lamb, 59, of Havelock, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Liberty Church in Havelock, officiated by Rev. Blake Larson. Interment will follow at Forest Oaks Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Saturday,...

Albert "Abby" Jones Jr.

Albert "Abby" Jones Jr.

Oct 10, 2023

Albert “Abby” Jones Jr., 79, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away the morning of Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

A funeral service to honor Abby’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, October 22nd at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Gene McLendon and Rev. Ken Yearick. Interment will follow at Bayview Cemetery. The family will...

Robert "Bob" Wayne Davis Jr.

Robert "Bob" Wayne Davis Jr.

Oct 10, 2023

Robert “Bob” Wayne Davis Jr., 79, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Carteret Health Care.

A funeral service to honor Bob’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, October 14th at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service....

Bruce A. Gardner

Bruce A. Gardner

Oct 8, 2023

Bruce A. Gardner, 72 of Morehead City, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 8, 2023, at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Bruce was born on August 10, 1951, in Manchester, Connecticut to the late Raymond and Mildred Gardner. He was a source of unwavering love and support to his family and friends, especially the love...

Judy Goodwin Daniels

Judy Goodwin Daniels

Oct 8, 2023

Judy Goodwin Daniels, 82, of Cedar Island, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at Carteret Health Care surrounded by her family.

Her celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Cedar Island Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Nelson Koonce.  Interment will follow at Cedar Island Community Cemetery. ...

Robert Michael Santucci

Robert Michael Santucci

Oct 7, 2023

Robert Michael Santucci of Morehead City, passed away on October 7, 2023, at the age of 73.

Bob is survived by his wife, Virginia Santucci, and three sons, Christopher Roelofs, Thomas Roelofs, and Nicholas Santucci.

In keeping with the way Bob made his way in the world, there will be a Celebration of his Life at his home in Morehead...

Mary "Donna" Everett Robb

Mary "Donna" Everett Robb

Oct 7, 2023

Mary “Donna” Everett Robb, 72, of Jacksonville, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023, at New Hanover Medical Center in Wilmington.

Donna was born on June 22, 1951, in Maryville, Tennessee, to the late Donald and Dean Everett. She was something of a traveler and lived in many locales. During her life, she lived in Washington, D.C.; San...

Gloria Kay Case

Gloria Kay Case

Oct 7, 2023

Gloria Kay Case, 75, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at her home.

 A Celebration of Life will be held from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., Wednesday, November 22nd in the Fellowship Hall of Glad Tidings Church. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Tuesday, November 21st at Munden Funeral...

Harold "Johnny" Wayne Johnson

Harold "Johnny" Wayne Johnson

Oct 6, 2023

Harold Wayne Johnson, best known as “Johnny”, 77, of Cedar Point NC, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023, at his home.

A memorial service to honor Johnny’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, October 22, at Peletier Missionary Baptist Church, Pastor Michael Blevins will officiate. He will be laid to rest privately at...

Dayton Clay Lewis

Dayton Clay Lewis

Oct 4, 2023

Dayton Clay Lewis, 91, formerly of Winston Salem, North Carolina, passed away on October 4th, 2023, at Crystal Bluffs Nursing and Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Dayton was born on March 9, 1932, in Crandull, Tennessee. Following high school, Dayton served his country with honor as a member of the United States Air Force. Dayton is survived by his...