Local Obituaries for Families in Beaufort, NC
Susan Self White
Jun 11, 2025
Susan Self White, 59, of Beaufort, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Carolina East Medical Center of New Bern.
The family will celebrate her life privately.
She is survived by her husband, Fred White of Beaufort; son, Corey White of Durham; grandson, Evan White; stepsons, Michael White of Beaufort, Chris White of Atlantic Beach, and Jeremy White of California.
She was preceded...
Joe Rogers Craft, Sr.
Jun 5, 2025
Joe R. Craft, Sr., 88, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, in Beaufort, North Carolina. Born on October 8, 1936, in Pinetops, North Carolina, Joe lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his work, and the traditions he cherished.Joe built a distinguished career with Georgia Pacific, where he served as Plant Manager in both North Carolina and...
JoAnn Lewis
May 30, 2025
JoAnn Morris Lewis, 92, of Atlantic, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025.
Born and raised in Atlantic, JoAnn was a devoted daughter to the late Adron Clyde Morris and Mable Fulcher Morris. She spent her early professional life as a registered X-ray technician at Watts Hospital in Durham, NC. Later, she began a long and fulfilling career at...
Christopher Cameron Knudsen
May 30, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved youngest son, Christopher “Cameron” Knudsen. Cameron was only 34 years old and left us far too soon after a courageous and hard-fought battle with an illness that too many families know all too well. He passed away peacefully in his sleep.
Cameron was a cherished father, son, brother, and uncle. His...
Anita Karn Cagle
May 27, 2025
Anita Karn Cagle, 92, of Beaufort, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at the Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00am, Monday, June 2, 2025, at the Carteret Memorial Gardens in Beaufort.
She is survived by her son, James I. Cagle, Jr., MD and family of Cove City, Arkansas; daughter, Claudia Cagle Garner of Beaufort;...
Berkley Gillikin Sr.
May 26, 2025
Berkley Ray Gillikin, 87, of Otway, North Carolina passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family and friends on Monday, May 26, 2025, after an extended illness.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, May 30, 2025 at Armecia Lewis Cemetery on Harkers Island. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 on Thursday at Otway...
Henry Smith
May 26, 2025
Henry Harrell Smith, 84, of Beaufort, formerly of Tarboro, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at ECU Medical Center in Greenville.
A private burial will take place at Edgecombe Memorial Park in Tarboro.
Henry retired from Black & Decker Tool Company in Tarboro.
He is survived by his niece, Angela Baker McDaniel and husband, Alan of Beaufort; nephew, Rodney Baker and wife,...
Elizabeth Venant
May 18, 2025
Elizabeth O’Bryan Venant, 81, of Beaufort, NC and Paris, France, passed away in her sleep on May 18, 2025 after a short illness.
Elizabeth was born in Greensboro, NC to Allen D. O’Bryan II and his wife, Jane Crabtree O’Bryan. In December, 1962 Elizabeth was presented at the Greensboro Debutante Ball. She later attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel-Hill,...
Donna Davis
May 16, 2025
Donna Cheryl Hamilton Davis, 75, of Harkers Island, better known as "Mammie", was born on February 10, 1950, to the late Curvis Harold Hamilton and the late Violet Fulcher Hamilton Swinson in Sea Level Hospital, Sea Level, NC. She departed from this earthly life on Friday evening, May 16, 2025, at Pruitt Nursing Facility in New Bern, NC.
A funeral service...
Jonathan "Lee" Morris
May 12, 2025
Jonathan “Lee” Morris, 53, of Atlantic, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025, at his home.
A proud graduate of East Carteret High School, Lee went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Coast Guard for ten years. His time in service reflected a deep commitment to duty and a strong connection to the sea-an element that...
Vannie "Chummy" Willis
May 12, 2025
Vannie “Chummy” Willis, 84, of Williston, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025 at his home.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00pm on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Smyrna Pentecostal Holiness Church with Pastor Kevin Howard officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Lane Cemetery in Williston. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday at...
William Hamilton Jr.
May 12, 2025
William “Bill” Hamilton Jr., 80, of Beaufort, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025 at his home.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Bridgeway Church in Beaufort. A private burial will take place at Oceanview Cemetery in Beaufort.
A graduate of East Carolina University, Bill earned a degree in geography with a minor...
William "Lew" Lewis Newman
May 8, 2025
William Lewis Newman, known to all as “Lew,” passed away peacefully at home on May 8, 2025, at the age of 79. A lifelong resident of Beaufort, North Carolina, Lew was born on November 24, 1945, to Richard Newman Sr. and Marcelle Johnson Newman.
A celebration of Lew’s life will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 4-6 p.m. at...
Tilton "Steve" Lawrence
May 2, 2025
Tilton Steve Lawrence, 81, of Otway, died at his home on Friday, May 2, 2025—though he almost died a couple times before that. He survived one broken back, two heart attacks, and numerous near misses in a variety of vehicles at high speeds, including motorbikes. As Steve put it, he’d been in, “many a scrape”.
A graveside service will be held...
Claude Lewis
May 2, 2025
Claude Lewis, 70, of Otway, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025, at his home.
Claude found joy in surfing, scuba diving, riding motorcycles, and caring for his goats. His adventurous spirit and love for the outdoors will be remembered by those who knew him.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Williston Methodist...
Stella Elizabeth O'Neal
Apr 29, 2025
Stella Elizabeth O'Neal, 86, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noefs.net
Arrangements by Noe Funeral Service, Inc. of Beaufort, NC.
Lentis Lewis Jr.
Apr 29, 2025
Lentis “Len” Dew Lewis, Jr., 74, of Beaufort, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
A gathering of friends will be held from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at Bridgeway Church of Beaufort with a time of sharing at 7:00.The family will receive friends at other times at the family home.
A respected...
Nora Kay Willis
Apr 27, 2025
Nora Kay Willis, 79, of Smyrna, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport.
The family will celebrate her life privately.
A devoted member of Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church, Nora was deeply involved in church life and found great purpose in her faith community. Her commitment to service extended far beyond the church walls—she dedicated...
Raymond "Ray" Leroy Grice
Apr 26, 2025
Raymond Leroy Grice, 89, of Davis, passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025, peacefully in his home surrounded by his family.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Davis Free Will Baptist Church in Davis, NC, with Pastors Steve Cranks and Jimmy Mercer officiating. Burial will follow at Oscar Davis Cemetery in Davis. The...
Lacy Holley
Apr 25, 2025
Lacy Holley, 39, of Beaufort passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Carteret Health Care.
Her family will celebrate her life privately.
She is survived by her sister, Bonnie Lofton; nieces, Jalisa Lofton, and Amelia Lofton; and a nephew, Vern Lofton Jr.
Lacy was preceded in death by her parents, John Dyer and Lila Oliver.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to...
