Obituaries

Leslie Keleher Becton

Leslie Keleher Becton

Mar 17, 2025

Leslie Keleher Becton, 67, of Morehead City, North Carolina, peacefully departed this life on Monday, March 17, 2025, with her son by her side.

A memorial gathering to celebrate Leslie’s life will take place from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., on Saturday, April 5th, at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City.

Born on November 1, 1957, Leslie devoted over 35 years to...

Sandra "Sandy" Stewart

Sandra "Sandy" Stewart

Mar 16, 2025

Sandra “Sandy” Stewart, 72, of Hubert, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Carolina East Medical Center.

Sandy was born on August 10, 1952, in Oswego, New York, to the late Carl and Lauren Graham. Known for her kindness and compassion, Sandy had a long career as a nursing assistant, where she impacted the lives of numerous patients.

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Tegina “Miss Gina” Louise Cole

Tegina “Miss Gina” Louise Cole

Mar 16, 2025

Tegina “Miss Gina” Louise Cole, 60, of Swansboro, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at ECU Health Medical Center.

A funeral service to honor Miss Gina’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 23rd at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Jay Parker. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Born on April 17,...

Albert Wade Drepperd

Albert Wade Drepperd

Mar 15, 2025

Albert Wade Drepperd, 95, of Newport, North Carolina, formerly of Pennsylvania, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

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

Terry Williams

Terry Williams

Mar 14, 2025

Terry Williams, 72, of Newport, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Tennessee.

A graveside service to honor Terry’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 22nd at Amariah Garner Cemetery.

Born on November 2, 1952, in New Bern, NC, Terry was the daughter of the late Eugene Shelton Williams and Mary...

GySgt. Reuben “Smokey” Harry Colwell Jr. (USMC Retired)

GySgt. Reuben “Smokey” Harry Colwell Jr. (USMC Retired)

Mar 13, 2025

GySgt. Reuben “Smokey” Harry Colwell Jr. (USMC Retired), 86, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Carolina East Medical Center.

A funeral service to honor Smokey’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 29th at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock. Interment will follow at Forest Oaks Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one...

Martha Marieta “Rita” McCarley Weaver

Martha Marieta “Rita” McCarley Weaver

Mar 12, 2025

Martha Marieta “Rita” McCarley Weaver, a devoted Christian and faithful servant of our Lord, Jesus Christ, died peacefully, at the age of 93, on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. At the time of her death, she was residing with her family in Newport, NC.

Rita was born in Spartanburg, SC on May 5, 1931, to the late Edwin Law McCarley and Myrtle...

Diana “Lady Di” Louise Vann

Diana “Lady Di” Louise Vann

Mar 10, 2025

Diana “Lady Di” Louise Vann, 63, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A funeral service to honor Diana’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, March 17 at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Dr. Carlton Davis. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Diana...

Seth Zachary Talob

Seth Zachary Talob

Mar 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Seth Zachary Talob, 22, of Morehead City, North Carolina, who died on Sunday, March 9, 2025, following a tragic car accident.

A celebration of Seth’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, March 21st at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City, officiated by Rev. Johnny Thompson. The family will...

Alonzo Thomas Smith, III, “Tommy”

Alonzo Thomas Smith, III, “Tommy”

Mar 9, 2025

Alonzo Thomas Smith, III, “Tommy”, 68, of Harkers Island, North Carolina, passed peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

A funeral service to honor Alonzo’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, March 14th at Harkers Island Pentecostal Holiness Church, officiated by Rev. Paul Loftin. Interment will follow at Vergie Mae Cemetery. The family will receive friends from...

Dennis Seawell Munden

Dennis Seawell Munden

Mar 9, 2025

Dennis Seawell Munden, 83, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

A funeral service to honor Dennis’ life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 12th at First Baptist Church, officiated by Dr. Nate Leonard. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Tuesday, March 11th at Munden...

Ruby Brewer Styron

Ruby Brewer Styron

Mar 8, 2025

With cherished, precious memories and a heart of gratitude for the sweetness, love, and dignity with which she lived, we announce the passing of Ruby Brewer Styron, who departed this world peacefully on March 8, 2025, at the blessed age of 95.

A funeral service to honor Ruby’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 15th at the Davis...

William Garland Smith Jr.

William Garland Smith Jr.

Mar 5, 2025

William Garland Smith Jr., 79, of Salter Path, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A funeral service to honor William’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 8th at Munden Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

William...

Sue Dingess

Sue Dingess

Mar 5, 2025

Sue Dingess, 65, of Morehead City, NC, formerly of Salter Path, NC, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

A funeral service to honor Sue’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, March 10th at Salter Path Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Paul Loftin. Interment will follow at Broad Creek Community Cemetery....

Emma Jean Teague

Emma Jean Teague

Mar 4, 2025

Emma Jean Teague, 47, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Carteret Health Care.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

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

Teru Lynn Rexroad

Teru Lynn Rexroad

Mar 4, 2025

Teru Lynn Rexroad, 78, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 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, Inc. in Morehead City, NC.

David Ray Buck

David Ray Buck

Mar 4, 2025

David Ray Buck, 71, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Carolina East Medical Center.

A funeral service to honor David’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 15th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Allen Stabley. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

David was born on January 10,...

Carolyn Hunter Dickerson

Carolyn Hunter Dickerson

Mar 3, 2025

Carolyn Hunter Dickerson, 65, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Carteret Health Care.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

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

Zayn Koen George

Zayn Koen George

Mar 3, 2025

Zayn Koen George, 1, of Havelock, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025.

A funeral service to honor Zayn’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 16 at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City, officiated by Pastor Manley Rose. Interment will follow at Broad Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Zayn was...

Hugh Henry Hughes

Hugh Henry Hughes

Mar 3, 2025

Hugh Henry Hughes, 77, of Peletier, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 3, 2025.

A memorial mass will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, March 10th at St. Mildred’s Catholic Church in Swansboro, presided by Fr. David Miller. The family will receive friends prior to the memorial service. Following the service, all are welcome to join...