Obituaries

Alice Melton Moore

Alice Melton Moore

Nov 30, 2024

Alice Melton Moore, 77, of Morehead City, NC, peacefully passed away on November 30, 2024, at Carteret Health Care Hospital. 

Born on June 1, 1947, in Enfield, NC, she was the beloved daughter of Robert and Neaner Mae Melton.Alice is survived by her devoted husband, Steven Moore, and her cherished daughter, Stephanie. A woman of deep compassion and unwavering love, Alice...

Mary Hadley Fike Griffin

Mary Hadley Fike Griffin

Nov 30, 2024

Mary Hadley Fike Griffin, 88, of Morehead City, NC, and formerly of Elizabeth City, NC, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Carteret Landing.

The family will celebrate Mary Hadley’s life at 11:00 a.m., December 14, 2024, at First United Methodist Church in Elizabeth City, NC. The family will receive family and friends directly after the service in the Fellowship...

MaryAnne Jackson

MaryAnne Jackson

Nov 29, 2024

MaryAnne Jackson, 75, of Newport, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

MaryAnne was born on July 27, 1949, in Morehead City to the late Milan and Elizabeth Willis. She proudly served her country as a member of the United States Navy. During her service, she formed lifelong friendships and made a lasting impact. 

MaryAnne was a passionate...

Patricia Robinson Barnett

Patricia Robinson Barnett

Nov 28, 2024

Patricia Robinson Barnett, 83, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

A funeral service to honor Patricia’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, December 2nd at Munden Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. 

Patricia was born...

Nancy Christine Daffron

Nancy Christine Daffron

Nov 26, 2024

Nancy Christine Daffron, 62, of Marshallberg, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

Private services will be held in her honor, and she will be laid to rest at Vergie Mae Cemetery.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences.

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

Sarah Edna East

Sarah Edna East

Nov 26, 2024

Sarah Edna East, 91, of Morehead City, North Carolina passed away at her home on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.

Ms. Sarah's complete obituary will be shared once finalized.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences.

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

Carlton McCoy Lewis Sr.

Carlton McCoy Lewis Sr.

Nov 26, 2024

Carlton McCoy Lewis Sr., 89, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A funeral service to honor Carlton’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, November 30th at Tuttle’s Grove Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Homer Morris. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Straits Methodist Church Cemetery. The family...

Jean Dukes Davenport Peterson

Jean Dukes Davenport Peterson

Nov 25, 2024

Jean Dukes Davenport Peterson of Morehead City, NC, entered her eternal home into the arms of Jesus on Monday, November 25, 2024, at LiveWell Cary-Wessex. 

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., December 13th at First Methodist Church in Morehead City.

Jean was born on April 17, 1949, in Charlotte, NC, to Bill Trammell and Jeanette Dukes Davenport. Her father...

Marion "Jack" Gentry

Marion "Jack" Gentry

Nov 25, 2024

Marion “Jack” Gentry, 92, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

A graveside service, with military honors, will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, November 29th at Gethsemane Memorial Park, officiated by Rev. Billy Knox. 

Jack was born on January 12, 1932, in Grenada, Mississippi, to the late Glenn and Lena Gentry. After completing...

Charles "Chuck" Edward Hudson

Charles "Chuck" Edward Hudson

Nov 25, 2024

Charles "Chuck" Edward Hudson, 91, of Newport, North Carolina, was received into God's glory on Monday, November 25, 2024, following a long bout with continuing illness. 

A graveside service, with military honors and Masonic Rites, will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, November 29th at Gethsemane Memorial Park, officiated by Rev. Joseph Park.

Chuck was born on October 7, 1933, in Quincy,...

Cora Ann Baysden

Cora Ann Baysden

Nov 24, 2024

Cora Ann Baysden, 74, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

A funeral service to honor Cora's life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, December 7th at Munden Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service.  Cora will be laid to rest privately at Gales Creek...

Mrs. Lillian "Lou" Frances Register

Mrs. Lillian "Lou" Frances Register

Nov 24, 2024

Mrs. Lillian "Lou" Frances Register, 98, formerly of Beaufort, NC, went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at TerraBella Assisted Living in Greensboro.

A funeral service to honor Lillian’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, December 6th at Ann Street United Methodist Church in Beaufort, officiated by Pastor Dena McFarland White. The family...

Dorothy "Dottie" L. Fleming

Dorothy "Dottie" L. Fleming

Nov 24, 2024

Dorothy “Dottie” L. Fleming, 91, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

A memorial service to honor Dottie’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, December 13th at Munden Funeral Home. For those unable to attend, the service can be viewed through her obituary page on Munden...

Jennifer "JeJe" Renee Buckner

Jennifer "JeJe" Renee Buckner

Nov 23, 2024

Jennifer “JeJe” Renee Buckner, 41, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024.

Jennifer, known to friends and family as JeJe, was born on April 1, 1983, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Lewis Earl Johnson Jr. and Carol Ann Johnson. JeJe’s strength and determination were defining characteristics evident in every aspect of her life. A hardworking woman, JeJe dedicated...

Leota Bell Salter Guthrie

Leota Bell Salter Guthrie

Nov 23, 2024

Leota Bell Salter Guthrie, 79, of Harkers Island, NC, passed away on November 23, 2024, at UNC Chapel Hill.

A graveside service to honor Leota’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 27 at Vergie Mae Cemetery, officiated by Rev. Jason Salter. The family will receive friends at the cemetery following the service.

Leota was born in Sea Level, NC...

Brian David Jackson

Brian David Jackson

Nov 23, 2024

Brian David Jackson, 66, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

A Celebration of Life service to honor Brian’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, November 30th  at St. James United Methodist Church in Newport,  officiated by Rev. Joseph Park.

Brian was born on September 15, 1958, in Portsmouth, NH, to...

Woodrow "Woody" Riggs

Woodrow "Woody" Riggs

Nov 21, 2024

Woodrow "Woody" Riggs, 79, of Harkers Island Road, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Cherry Point Bay Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

A gathering of family and friends will take place from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Wednesday, November 27th at Munden Funeral Home.

Woody was born on March 5, 1945, in Morehead City, NC, to the late Henry...

Chris Scott Adamson

Chris Scott Adamson

Nov 20, 2024

Chris Scott Adamson, 38, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

A graveside service to honor Chris’ life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 27th at Coastal Carolina Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville, officiated by Rev. Aaron Golden.

Chris, born on May 16, 1986, in McMinnville, Oregon, was a beloved son to Scott and...

Robert Derwood Brittingham Sr.

Robert Derwood Brittingham Sr.

Nov 19, 2024

Robert Derwood Brittingham Sr., 80, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Carteret Health Care.

A funeral service to honor Robert’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, November 23rd at Cedar Island Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Nelson Koonce and Pastor Jonathan Griffin. Interment will follow at Cedar Island Community Cemetery. The family will...

Mark Foulis

Mark Foulis

Nov 19, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Foulis, age 69, on November 19, 2024. 

A celebration of Mark’s life will be announced in the coming weeks, where family and friends are invited to gather and remember the man who left an indelible mark on their hearts.

Mark was a passionate chef whose love for cooking was matched...

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