Obituaries

Haley Marina Ward

Haley Marina Ward

September 15, 2023

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Haley Marina Ward. Haley's beautiful spirit departed from this world on September 15, 2023, at the tender age of 15.

A memorial service to honor Haley’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, September 19th at Salter Path Methodist Church, officiated...

Elizabeth Anna Barron

Elizabeth Anna Barron

September 12, 2023

Elizabeth Anna Barron, 93, of Carteret County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at The Heritage of Richlands.

A graveside service to honor Elizabeth’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, September 21st at Gethsemane Memorial Park.

There will also be a memorial service...

William "Bill" Mason Hill

William "Bill" Mason Hill

September 11, 2023

William "Bill" Mason Hill, 88, of Newport, North Carolina, bid his final farewell on Monday, September 11, 2023. A graveside service, with military honors, will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, September 15th at Amariah Garner Cemetery, officiated by Rev. Patrick Whaley. Born on August 13, 1935, in Newport, NC, he was the son of the late...

David "Preacher" Stuart

David "Preacher" Stuart

September 11, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David “Preacher” Stuart, 68, of Newport, North Carolina, who passed away unexpectedly on September 11, 2023, at Onslow Memorial Hospital.

A memorial service to honor Preacher's life will be held at 2 p.m., September 18th at Munden Funeral Home. The viewing and visitation will be...

Ann Louise Blunt

Ann Louise Blunt

September 10, 2023

Ann Louise Blunt, 88, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at her daughter's home in Beaufort. Ann was born on January 19, 1935, in Pulaski, New York, to the late Elery and Minnie Jennings. Ann worked in the cafeteria at Roger Bell Elementary School in Havelock, where her warm smile and care had...

Thelma Ewing Bostic

Thelma Ewing Bostic

September 10, 2023

Thelma Ewing Bostic, 97, passed peacefully on September 10, 2023, at the Morehead City, NC residence of her daughter Opal Bostic. She was born on June 19, 1926, in Montgomery County, NC. Funeral Services for Thelma will be held at 2 p.m., September 16th at Belford Baptist Church, 925 Windblow Road, Jackson Springs, NC. "To be absent...

Luther "Luke" Hamilton Vickers

Luther "Luke" Hamilton Vickers

September 10, 2023

Luther “Luke” Hamilton Vickers, 45, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023.

Luke was born on January 28, 1978, in Morehead City, NC, to his parents, Tom and Sally Ann. He was currently living for the past seven months at The Healing Place in Wilmington.

Luke was a man of many talents...

Claudia Holland

Claudia Holland

September 8, 2023

Claudia Holland, 87, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, September 8, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family.

Claudia was born on June 26, 1936, in Spokane Washington, to the late Charles Packeritz and Ada Alexander. Claudia's life revolved around family. She shared a remarkable 64-and-a-half-year journey with the...

Luther B. Long Jr.

Luther B. Long Jr.

September 7, 2023

Luther B. Long Jr., 86, of Newport, North Carolina, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2023, at his home.

A memorial service to honor Luther’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, September 16th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Chaplain Rick Brooks. The family invites you to join them...

Steven Korn

Steven Korn

September 6, 2023

Steven Korn, 69, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. 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.

Annette Pippin James

Annette Pippin James

September 6, 2023

Annette Pippin James, 75, of Newport, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2023, at Carteret Health Care. A graveside service to honor Annette's life will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, September 14th at Gethsemane Memorial Park, officiated by Rev. Tom Supplee. Annette was born on January 12, 1948, in Renton, Washington to her late parents, Edgar...

Sanford “Sandy” Philip Santoli

Sanford “Sandy” Philip Santoli

September 6, 2023

Sanford “Sandy” Philip Santoli, 74, long-time resident of Mobile, Alabama, died in Morehead City, North Carolina, on September 6, 2023.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, September 16, at First Methodist Church in Morehead City.

Sandy was born on November 29, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated...

Sharon "Shari" Lynn Mitchem

Sharon "Shari" Lynn Mitchem

September 5, 2023

Sharon "Shari" Lynn Mitchem, a compassionate and generous soul, departed this world on September 5, 2023, at the age of 76. Sharon, known to all as "Shari", was born on February 7, 1947, in Washington, DC, to the late George and Alma Kidwell. Her family later moved to Hill Crest Heights, Maryland, where she grew up. Following high school,...

Judith Claire Perry

Judith Claire Perry

September 5, 2023

Judith Claire Perry, of Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2023, at Pruitt Health in Sea Level.

A graveside service to honor and celebrate Judith's life will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, September 11th at Bayview Cemetery in Morehead City, officiated by Rev. Powell Osteen.

Born on August...

Betty D. Glancy

Betty D. Glancy

September 4, 2023

Betty D. Glancy, 72, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023, at Carolina East Medical Center. 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.

Steven “Steve” Gerry Huffman

Steven “Steve” Gerry Huffman

September 2, 2023

Steven “Steve” Gerry Huffman, 74, of Emerald Isle, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at his home.

A celebration of life service will be held from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m., Thursday, October 5th, 2023, at Emerald Isle Baptist Church, officiated by Pastor Freddie Braswell.

Steven was born on December...

Kim Hallis Lawrence

Kim Hallis Lawrence

September 2, 2023

Kim Hallis Lawrence, 66, of Harkers Island, North Carolina, passed away on September 2, 2023, at East Carolina Health Medical Center in Greenville. A funeral service to honor and celebrate Kim's life will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, September 7th at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Harkers Island, officiated by Bishop James Morris....

Herman Wallace Ireland

Herman Wallace Ireland

September 2, 2023

Herman Wallace Ireland, 83, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at his home.

A funeral service to honor Herman’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, September 7th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Tim Marriner. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family...

Preston Keith Meares

Preston Keith Meares

September 2, 2023

Preston Keith Meares, 65, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on September 2, 2023.

A funeral service to honor Preston’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, September 8th at Life Point Church in Morehead City, officiated by Pastor Ray Conner. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral. Preston will be laid...

Tania Belinda Dagnino

Tania Belinda Dagnino

September 1, 2023

Tania Belinda Dagnino, 42, of New Bern, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023, at her home.

Tania was born on November 16, 1980, in Winchester, Virginia, to Cecil Bowers and Wanda Lowe.  She had something of an artistic spirit, whether she was dabbling in crafts or sewing. Tania enjoyed the solace of nature working in her...