Robert Friend, 69, of Newport, died Saturday, August 24, 2013 peacefully at home.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
He is survived by two sons Joseph Friend of the home, and Jeffrey Friend of the home; seven grandchildren; a sister Jean Greene of Michigan; and two brothers David Friend of Georgia, and Vern Friend of Michigan.
He was preceded in death by his parents Vernon and Dorothy Friend, brothers Alvin Friend, and Jerry Friend, and sister Rose Friend.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society 930-B Wellness Dr. Greenville, NC 27834.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.mundenfuneralhome.net
Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home and Crematory Inc. of Morehead City.