Obituaries

Martha Echeverria

Martha Echeverria

Sep 23, 2022

Martha C. Echeverria, 92, of Swansboro, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022, at the Landings of Swansboro.

Her memorial mass will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 7th at St. Mildred's Church in Swansboro, with a burial following at 11:30 a.m. at Gethsemane Memorial Park.

Born in Ecuador, Martha was predeceased by her...

Annette Merrill Lawrence

Annette Merrill Lawrence

Sep 23, 2022

Janice “Annette” Merrill Lawrence, 84, of Morehead City, passed away Friday at her home, spending her last days surrounded by family and friends. She was loved by many and was the anchor of her family.

Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 28, at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City. On Thursday,...

Wesley Squires Sr.

Wesley Squires Sr.

Sep 22, 2022

Wesley Squires Sr., 89, of Otway, passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Carteret Health Care.

His memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, October 15th at Graham Memorial Pentecostal Holiness.

Wesley was born on December 13, 1932, in Pamlico County, North Carolina, to the late Staley and Della Squires....

Vernon J. Schrum

Vernon J. Schrum

Sep 22, 2022

Vernon Jake Schrum, 94, of Pine Knoll Shores, passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Wake Med in Raleigh.

His memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, October 7th, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Raleigh, followed by a luncheon.

Vernon was born on October 21, 1927, in Lincolnton, North...

John Franklin Brown

John Franklin Brown

Sep 20, 2022

John Franklin Brown, 52, of Newport, passed away September 20th, 2022 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh.

He is survived by his wife, Anita Brown; stepson, Dace Darden; mother, Carolyn Brown; sister, Diane Bisesi; brother, Steve Brown and wife Lori; along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

John was preceded in death by his father, Jack...

Lt. Col. Rudy T. Schwanda, USMC (Ret.)

Lt. Col. Rudy T. Schwanda, USMC (Ret.)

Sep 20, 2022

Lt. Colonel Rudy T. Schwanda, USMC (Retired), 79, of New Bern, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.

Rudy was born on June 10, 1943, in Camden, New Jersey, to the late Rudolph and Marie Schwanda. Known for his outstanding dedication, Rudy’s military career with the United States Marine Corps was...

W. Peyton Bates

W. Peyton Bates

Sep 20, 2022

W. Peyton Bates, 83, of Pine Knoll Shores, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his family. His graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, September 23rd, at Gethsemane Memorial Park. Wesley "Peyton" was born on June 6, 1939, in Columbia, South Carolina, to the late William and Elizabeth Bates....

Sue Bradley Miller

Sue Bradley Miller

Sep 19, 2022

Sue Bradley Miller, age 69, of Morehead City, passed away on September 19, 2022, at her home in Morehead City, NC.

There will be a gathering of family and friends from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m., Saturday, October 15th, at Munden Funeral Home. There will be a small ceremony at 3 p.m. to honor her life....

Gabriella “Bella” Ann Roska

Gabriella “Bella” Ann Roska

Sep 19, 2022

Gabriella “Bella” Ann Roska, 16, of Cedar Point, passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022.

A celebration of Gabriella’s life will be held at 4 p.m., Saturday, September 24, at First Baptist Church in Swansboro, officiated by Rev. Jeff Duncan. The family will receive friends following the service in the Church Fellowship Hall.

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Pam Hirt

Pam Hirt

Sep 19, 2022

Pam Hirt, 61, of Pollocksville, passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022, at her home.

Her memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock officiated by Rev. John Ben Thompson Jr.

Pam was born on November 3, 1960, in Sea Level, North...

Geraldine "Geri" Roth

Geraldine "Geri" Roth

Sep 18, 2022

Geraldine “Geri” Roth, 65, of Newport, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2022, at her home.

Her memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Friday, September 30, at Cherry Point Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Steve Epperson. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the Havelock Moose Lodge.

Geraldine,...

Bobbie S. Mize

Bobbie S. Mize

Sep 18, 2022

Bobbie S. Mize, 87, of Cape Carteret, went to be with the Lord Sunday night, September 18, 2022. While it is difficult to be without her, we know she is in heaven with her family and Lord.

Her graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, September 24th, at Gethsemane Memorial Park, with Rev. Patrick...

Keith Moore Sr.

Keith Moore Sr.

Sep 17, 2022

Keith Moore Sr., 83, of Harkers Island, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family.

His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, September 21st at Harkers Island United Methodist Church, officiated by Pastor Lee Pittard. Interment will follow at Vergie Mae Cemetery with military honors. The family will...

Mary A. Snyder

Mary A. Snyder

Sep 16, 2022

Mary A. Snyder, 78, of Newport, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022, at Pruitt Health in Sea Level.

Her graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, September 23, 2022, at Cedar Grove Cemetery in Newport, officiated by Rev. James Clark.

Mary was born on May 19, 1944, in Columbus,...

Evelyn McCaffity

Evelyn McCaffity

Sep 14, 2022

Evelyn McCaffity, 90, of Havelock, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. Her graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, September 18th at Forest Oaks Memorial Gardens, officiated by Rev. John Thompson Jr. The family will receive friends an hour prior at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock. Evelyn...

Jennifer Townsend

Jennifer Townsend

Sep 14, 2022

Jennifer Townsend, 38, of Kinston, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Lenoir Memorial Hospital.

Jennifer was born on August 15, 1984, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Robert and Barbara Townsend.  She had an amazing personality that was obvious in her infectious laugh and happy nature. One of her favorite moments were spent with her...

Carol Erickson

Carol Erickson

Sep 13, 2022

Carol Erickson, 75, of Morehead City, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at The Cottages at Swansboro. Services for Carol will be private, she will be laid to rest at Gethsemane Memorial Park. Carol was born on November 21, 1946, in Washington, DC, to the late James and Anne Hensely Veselik. She grew up in Baltimore, Maryland...

GySgt. Floyd M. Quisenberry

GySgt. Floyd M. Quisenberry

Sep 12, 2022

GySgt. Floyd M. Quisenberry USMC (Ret) went to the Lord on Monday, September 12, 2022, at Carolina East Medical Center.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Munden Funeral Home & Cremations in Havelock, officiated by Rev. Jim Buchholz. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service....

Shannon Rose O'Rorke

Shannon Rose O'Rorke

Sep 11, 2022

Shannon Rose O’Rorke, 28, of Newport, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022, at UNC Chapel Hill Hospital.

She was born on January 16, 1994, in Morehead City to Thomas and Patricia O’Rorke. Shannon spent her time in high school in the West Carteret Marching Band, which she thoroughly enjoyed. One of her favorite hobbies was her love...

Barbara "Babs" Neece Waters

Barbara "Babs" Neece Waters

Sep 11, 2022

On September 11, 2022, Barbara "Babs" Neece Waters of Newport, passed away peacefully at age 85 after an extended illness.  She was born on December 1, 1936, to Hobe Neece and Ruby Pugh Neece Ferebee in Elizabeth City.

Barbara is survived by her husband of 60 years, Steve Waters; her two sons, Casey Waters of Cudjoe Key,...