Local Obituaries for Families in Beaufort, NC
Bessie 'Ma Jean' Jean Willis
May 20, 2019
Obituary Bessie Jean "Ma Jean" Willis, 83, of Pine Knoll Shores, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 20, 2019 at the Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at the Salter Path United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. She is survived by...
Madge Marie Guthrie
May 20, 2019
Obituary Madge Whitley Guthrie, 88, of Harkers Island, passed away Monday, May 20, 2019 at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City. Mrs. Guthrie was a member of Free Grace Wesleyan Church and very active with the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Friday at Free Grace Wesleyan Church at Harkers Island with...
Minnie Catherine Stafford
May 12, 2019
Obituary Minnie Pake Stafford, 85, of Beaufort passed away Sunday, May 12, 2019 at her home. Minnie worked for over 36 years at First Citizens Bank of Beaufort and retired as branch manager. She was a member of First Free Will Baptist Church of Beaufort. A gathering of friends will be held on Wednesday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM...
Joshua Adam Mason
Apr 30, 2019
Obituary Joshua Adam Mason, 20, of Atlantic, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 in Pamlico County. Joshua worked as a boatbuilder through the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center in Beaufort. He loved animals, hunting, his country and served as a Young Marine. He helped others whenever he could, including assisting Hurricane Florence victims who were staying in shelters....
Ralph Smith
Apr 19, 2019
Obituary Ralph Smith, 84, of Salter Path, passed away Friday, April 19, 2019 at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City. Ralph was a life was a lifelong member and choir member of Salter Path United Methodist Church. A celebration of life will be held for Ralph and his son Kenny at 2:00 PM Tuesday at the Salter Path United...
Kenny Lee Smith
Apr 13, 2019
Obituary Kenny Lee Smith, 59, of Salter Path, passed away surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, April 13, 2019, at Carteret Health Care in Morehead City. Kenny was known for his expert carpentry and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. A celebration of life will be held for Kenny and his dad Ralph at 2:00 PM...
Rosemary Kimball
Apr 12, 2019
Obituary Rosemary Elaine Kimball, 58, of Morehead City, NC passed away on Friday, April 12, 2019 at home surrounded by family. Rosemary spent most of her career as a Home Health Caregiver. She grew up playing softball, loved playing bingo, loved spending time with her family and "momicking" her children. The family will celebrate her life privately. She is...
Edna Ann Moore
Apr 12, 2019
Obituary Edna Moore, 86, of Marshallberg, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2019 at the Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport. Edna had a long career as an LPN and was a lifetime member of the Marshallberg United Methodist Church. The family will celebrate her life at a later date. She is survived by her daughter, Diane and husband...
Sammie Fenderson Jr.
Apr 7, 2019
Obituary Sammie Fenderson Jr., 72, of Morehead City, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2019 at his home in Morehead City. The family will celebrate his life at a later date. He is survived by his son, Aaron D. Hardesty of Beaufort; daughter, Janie S. Hardesty of Cary; grandson, Christopher Simmons of Cary; granddaughter, Nicola Simmons of Cary; and brother,...
Margaret Lane Daniels
Apr 6, 2019
Obituary Margaret Lane Daniels, 71, of Tusk, passed away Saturday, April 06, 2019 at the Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport. Per Margarets wishes, there will be no services. Margaret became an LPN at age 21 and joined the Army Reserves at Age 31. She served for 9 years, and after being honorably discharged, she received her RN at...
Bobbie Joan Snyder
Apr 1, 2019
Obituary Bobbie Joan Snyder, 85, of Morehead City passed away on Monday, April 1, 2019 at Carteret Health Care. Mrs. Bobbie was an avid sports fan and loved country music. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. The family will celebrate her life privately. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Snyder of Morehead City; son, Joseph George...
Sandra 'Sandy' Edwards Schwobel
Apr 1, 2019
Obituary Sandra "Sandy" Edwards Schwobel 73, of Newport, passed away April 1, 2019 at Carteret Health Care after a sudden and brief illness. Sandy was a retired substance abuse counselor. The family will hold a celebration of life at the family residence in Newport at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 6, 2019 with Rev. Marion Bell-Hill officiating. She is...
Rodney Hoyes Ferencz
Apr 1, 2019
Obituary Rodney H. Ferencz, 76, of Otway passed away on Monday, April 1, 2019 at home. "Pap Pap", "Bird", "Fishing Rod", or "Mosquito" are some of the names people knew Rodney as. He started his career as a government mechanic; but spent most of his life as a coal miner in Pennsylvania. He loved fishing; traveling in his truck...
Edward 'Eddie' Clyde Barrowman
Mar 30, 2019
Obituary Edward "Eddie" Barrowman, 59, of Beaufort passed away Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport, NC. Eddie was an over the road truck driver. He loved fishing, especially the times he was able to fish with his children. The family will celebrate his life at a later date. Eddie is survived by his...
Hunter Thomas Gaskill
Mar 25, 2019
Obituary Hunter Thomas Gaskill, 18, of Harkers Island, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2019 at home. Hunter graduated from high school in 2018 and was looking forward to starting his life. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He loved his family, the North Carolina Tarheels, ECHS, and basketball. His favorite pass...
Robert 'Bob' Ferrell Vander Sys
Mar 24, 2019
Obituary Robert "Bob" Vander Sys, 74, of Beaufort passed away Sunday, March 24, 2019 at his home. Bob was a veteran having served with the US Coast Guard. He also worked with Century Link for over 42 years. Bob was a very active member of Parkview Baptist Church. A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, April 2,...
Rebecca 'Gaga' Jane Brisson
Mar 22, 2019
Obituary Rebecca "Gaga" Brisson, 93, of Fuquay-Varina passed away Friday, March 22, 2019 at her home. Rebecca was born April 12, 1925 in Fuquay Springs, North Carolina. She graduated from Fuquay Springs High School and went on to earn an associates degree from Hardbarger Business School in Raleigh, North Carolina. Rebecca taught at her alma mater, was an office...
Rodney Dimitri Artis
Mar 20, 2019
Obituary Rodney Dimitri Artis, 53, of Sea Level, formerly of Goldsboro passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at Pruitt Health of Sea Level. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 PM Friday at Wayne Memorial Park in Goldsboro. Mr. Artis is survived by his two brothers, Charles Morgan and Donnie Cox Jr; and his aunts and uncles. He...
Norma Franks
Mar 20, 2019
Obituary Norma Franks, 94, of Emerald Isle passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at her home. Electronic condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noefs.org Arrangements by Noe Funeral Service, Inc. of Beaufort, NC. Services You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or by planting a memorial tree...
Gladys Donna Neubaum
Mar 19, 2019
Obituary Gladys Robbins Neubaum, 91, of Beaufort, formerly of Havelock passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at Pruitt Health of Sea Level. Mrs. Neubaum retired after 30 years as a beautician at the Marine Corps Exchange Beauty Shop aboard MCAS Cherry Point. She then went on to work another 20 years running a beauty shop out of her home....
