Obituaries

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...

James Franklin Harrell

James Franklin Harrell

Mar 2, 2025

James Franklin Harrell, 87, of Erwin, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 2, 2025.

A funeral service to honor James’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, March 7th at First Free Will Baptist Church in Morehead City, officiated by Pastor James Bradley. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family will receive friends...

John M. Smith

John M. Smith

Mar 2, 2025

John M. Smith, 69, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Carteret Health Care.

A funeral service to honor John’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, March 6 at St. James United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Joseph Park. Interment will follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior...

Jan Arthur Manning

Jan Arthur Manning

Feb 28, 2025

Jan Arthur Manning, 86, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at Pruitt Health - Crystal Coast, after bravely facing an extended illness. He is now at peace.

Born on August 10, 1938, in Bradenton, Florida, Jan was the beloved son of George and Polly Manning. Following high school, Jan proudly served in the United States Navy...

William "Bill" Ward

William "Bill" Ward

Feb 27, 2025

William “Bill” Ward, 75 of Morehead City, NC, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Duke University Hospital in Durham.

A memorial service to honor Bill’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, March 10, at First Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Powell Osteen and Rev. Patrick Whaley. The family will receive friends in the church atrium one hour prior...

William “Rusty” Ryan II

William “Rusty” Ryan II

Feb 27, 2025

William “Rusty” Ryan II, 70, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

Born on November 6, 1954, in Morehead City, NC, Rusty was the son of William and Letha Ryan. He embraced the salt life with passion, enjoying fishing throughout his life. In his early years, he was an...

Karen Melinda Mayhew

Karen Melinda Mayhew

Feb 27, 2025

Karen Melinda Mayhew, 64, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025.

Born on June 25, 1960, in Statesville, NC, Karen was the daughter of the late James Franklin "Bill" Mayhew and Fannie Hildebran Mayhew. 

Karen loved living on the coast, thankful for every moment spent at the beach. Her love for boating and water sports, from windsurfing...

William "Bill" Franklin Swain Jr.

William "Bill" Franklin Swain Jr.

Feb 26, 2025

With great sadness we announce the passing of William "Bill" Franklin Swain Jr., 68, of Newport, North Carolina who left us suddenly on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at ECU Health Medical Center.

This amazing man never married and had no children of his own. However, being the wonderful, loving and giving person that he was, he became an integral part of...

Dennis Dale Thomason

Dennis Dale Thomason

Feb 26, 2025

Dennis Dale Thomason, 73, of Atlantic, North Carolina, passed away at his home on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

There will be a gathering of family and friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Wednesday, March 5th at Munden Funeral Home.

Born on April 28, 1951, in Lexington, NC, Dennis was the beloved son of the late Henry and Louise Thomason. He proudly...

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