Obituaries

Eddie Anderson II

Eddie Anderson II

May 15, 2025

Eddie Anderson II, 61, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A celebration of Eddie's life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock, officiated by Pastor Scott Coghill. The family will receive friends following the service.

Eddie was born on January...

William B. Mason

William B. Mason

May 15, 2025

William B. Mason, 91, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Pruitt Health of the Crystal Coast.

Bill was born on September 26, 1933, in Kingwood, West Virginia, to the late Paul and Teresa Mason. He graduated from Oriental High School and later continued his education at Marshall College where he earned his Bachelor of...

Annette Faulkner Hocutt

Annette Faulkner Hocutt

May 14, 2025

Annette Faulkner Hocutt, 86, of Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

A memorial service to honor Annette’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, May 16th at Parkview Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. John Carswell. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Annette was born on November 16,...

Windley Gillikin Fulcher

Windley Gillikin Fulcher

May 13, 2025

Windley Gillikin Fulcher, 91, of Bettie, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 13, 2025, with her family by her side. Her family finds comfort and peace, knowing she will spend eternity with her Lord.

A funeral service to honor Windley’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 15th at...

Ruth Volk Gaddess

Ruth Volk Gaddess

May 12, 2025

Ruth Volk Gaddess, 99, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Carteret Landing in Morehead City.

Ruth was born on February 27, 1926, to the late Frank and Elizabeth Volk. Born in Englewood, New Jersey, she spent her early years in Tenafly, New Jersey. Ruth had a fulfilling career as a drafter with Gibbs &...

Arthur Neal Lewis

Arthur Neal Lewis

May 12, 2025

Arthur Neal Lewis, 65, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025.

The family will celebrate his life at a later date.

Arthur was born on August 8, 1959, in Morehead City, NC. A skilled builder and repairer, Arthur had a fulfilling career working as a general contractor in Carteret County, where he lived for most of his life.

Arthur’s...

Jack Wade Young

Jack Wade Young

May 12, 2025

Jack Wade Young, 57, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 12, 2025.

Jack was born on June 1, 1967, in Pontiac, Michigan. He dedicated over 50 years to his career of painting, building a successful career as a residential painter. His work brought him joy and fulfillment throughout his life.

A devoted NASCAR fan, Jack...

Brenda Joyce Holton

Brenda Joyce Holton

May 11, 2025

Brenda Joyce Holton, 81, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A rite of burial to honor Brenda’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 7th at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, officiated by Rev. Tammy Lee. The family will greet friends with a reception following the burial.

Brenda was...

Joyce Marie Avery “Sissy”

Joyce Marie Avery “Sissy”

May 10, 2025

Joyce Marie Avery “Sissy”, 84, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, at home in Suffolk, Virginia, surrounded by those who loved her.

A home going service will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at Queen Street Missionary Baptist Church, 510 Queen Street, Beaufort NC 28516. Interment will follow at Carteret Memorial Gardens.

Joyce was born on February 4, 1941,...

George Lewis Jr.

George Lewis Jr.

May 10, 2025

George Lewis Jr., 79, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away at his home on Saturday, May 10, 2025.

The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m., Sunday, July 27th at Munden Funeral Home. 

George was born on November 6, 1945, in Morehead City, to the late George and Mary Lewis. A proud native of Morehead City, George was...

Teddy Barry Cates

Teddy Barry Cates

May 10, 2025

Teddy Barry Cates, 65, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at home.

The family will have a private service at a later time.

Born in El Paso, Texas, and raised in California and North Carolina, Barry had a jovial spirit, and he never met a stranger. He worked in the pest control industry for many years but...

Robert Arnold Salter Sr.

Robert Arnold Salter Sr.

May 10, 2025

Robert Arnold Salter Sr., 75, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 10, 2025.

A funeral service to honor Robert’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 14th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Daniel Trott, Rev. James Chadwick and Rev. Patrick Whaley. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The...

Rayvon Areleis Di'Jon Moten Jr.

Rayvon Areleis Di'Jon Moten Jr.

May 9, 2025

Rayvon “Papa” Areleis Di’Jon Moten Jr., age 1, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Carteret Health Care.

A celebration of Rayvon’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 24th at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City.

Born on September 12, 2023, in Columbus, Georgia, Rayvon brought joy and happiness to his family from the...

Nancy Willis Lewis

Nancy Willis Lewis

May 9, 2025

Nancy Willis Lewis, age 88, of Davis, North Carolina, passed away on May 9, 2025, at Carteret Health Care.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 17 at Davis First Baptist Church with Rev. Rusty Willis and Reed Jarvis officiating. Interment will follow the service at the Salter Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00...

George Fox

George Fox

May 7, 2025

George Fox, 75, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A funeral service to honor George’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, May 23rd at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock, officiated by Pastor Harry Bryan. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Forest Oaks Memorial Park. The...

David Arvis McGehee

David Arvis McGehee

May 7, 2025

David Arvis McGehee, 78, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A graveside service, with military honors, will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Ocean View Cemetery in Beaufort, NC. For those unable to attend, the service can be viewed through his obituary page on Munden...

Alyssa Love Wright

Alyssa Love Wright

May 6, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Alyssa Love Wright, 23, of Newport, North Carolina, who passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

A celebration of Alyssa’s life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, at Glad Tidings Church in Morehead City.

Born on December 31, 2001, in Morehead City, North Carolina,...

Bobbi Dennis Young

Bobbi Dennis Young

May 5, 2025

Bobbi Dennis Young, 89, of Morehead City, peacefully left this earthly life on May 5th, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport.

Bobbi was born in the Old Morehead City Hospital on January 20th, 1936, to Burl and Dorothy Kirk Dennis. Her only sibling, brother Johnnie Kirk Dennis, passed in October. She was married to Wayne Young of Little...

Marietta Sappelt

Marietta Sappelt

May 5, 2025

Marietta Sappelt, 72, of New Bern, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025, at her home.

A memorial service to honor Marietta’s will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock. For those unable to attend, the service can be viewed through their obituary page on Munden Funeral Home’s website. The service will...

Margaret Harriet Nelson

Margaret Harriet Nelson

May 4, 2025

Margaret Harriet Nelson, 93, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

Margaret was born on September 28, 1931, in Washington, DC, to the late Earl and Edith Matthews. Margaret was married to her beloved husband John for 46 beautiful years. Together they built a life based on love, laughter, and shared...