Local Obituaries for Families in Beaufort, NC
Harriet Nelson Willis
Jan 16, 2025
Harriet Faye Nelson Willis, of Gloucester, NC, was peacefully called to her eternal rest on January 16, 2025. She was born and raised on Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina, where she developed a deep love for her community, family, and the simple joys of life.
Harriet was known for her boundless love of others and her incredible cooking. A kind,...
Sylvester Johnson
Jan 10, 2025
2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.
Sylvester Johnson, 85, of Beaufort, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00PM on Friday, January 17, 2025 at God’s City of Refuge in Newport with Deacon James Jones...
Verdell Burrus
Jan 5, 2025
Verdell “Verdie B.” M. Burrus, 74, of Beaufort, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Novant Health Care in Wilmington, NC.
A lifelong member of Mt. Tabor Missionary Baptist Church, Verdell’s faith was a cornerstone of her life and a source of inspiration to those who knew her. She dedicated 34 years of service as a Dryer Operator at Atlantic...
William "Burt" Brown
Jan 1, 2025
William “Burt” Charles Brown, 70, of Beaufort, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at his home.
Burt married the love of his life Kathy Beck Brown on June 23, 1979. He told Kathy when they got married, if she ever tried to leave him, he was going to pack his bags and go with her.
Burt graduated East Carteret High School...
Richard Kenneth Packard
Dec 30, 2024
Richard Kenneth Packard, 87, of Gloucester, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at PruittHealth-Crystal Coast of Beaufort.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noefs.net
Arrangements by Noe Funeral Service, Inc. of Beaufort, NC.
Kelly Jordan
Dec 27, 2024
Kelly Gillikin Jordan, 47, of Otway, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
Kelly loved everyone she came in contact with. If she met you she loved you and you became part of her family. She also loved her four legged babies. Her goats and her dog Saylor were just like her kids. She...
Minnie "Peggy" O'Neal Langdale
Dec 26, 2024
Minnie “Peggy” O’Neal Langdale, 92, of Beaufort, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024 at PruittHealth Crystal Coast of Beaufort.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Oceanview Cemetery of Beaufort.
She is survived by her son, Patrick Langdale of Newport; grandchildren, Bryce Langdale of Surf City; Brogan Langdale and wife, Katie of Morehead...
Jason "Jake" Oden
Dec 25, 2024
Jason “Jake” Troy Oden, 67, of Havelock, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at his home.
The family will celebrate his life privately.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noefs.net
Arrangements by Noe Funeral Service, Inc. of Beaufort, NC.
Kay Lynn Koch
Dec 23, 2024
Kay Lynn Koch, 62, of Beaufort, passed away Tuesday, on December 23, 2024, in her home.
Full obituary to come.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noebrooks.net
Arrangements by Noe-Brooks Funeral Home, Morehead City, NC.
Cecil Harold Gillikin
Dec 18, 2024
Cecil Harold Gillikin, born October 1, 1935, in Otway, North Carolina, passed away on December 19, 2024, in Havelock, North Carolina, at the age of 89. Before passing at Cherry Point Bay Rehabilitation, he lived almost his entire life in the community of Otway. He was the beloved son of the late Lionel and Robena Gillikin.
Cecil began his career at...
Hildred "Buzz" Lee Conway
Dec 18, 2024
Hildred “Buzz” Lee Conway, 85, of Beaufort, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
Buzz dedicated over 37 years of service to the Town of Beaufort, where his hard work and commitment left a lasting impact.
After retiring, Buzz enjoyed spending his time working on lawn mowers, a hobby that brought him both satisfaction and...
Kenneth "Ken" Paul Ford, Sr.
Dec 18, 2024
Kenneth “Ken” Ford, 80, of Havelock, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in New Bern.
Ken was an undergraduate of UNC Chapel Hill and received his MBA at ECU of Greenville. Ken served in the US Army during Vietnam and retired from the civil service at NADEP Cherry Point. He was also a private pilot and a beekeeper.
A memorial service...
Sandra Sue Russell
Dec 17, 2024
Sandra Sue Russell, 85, of Beaufort, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at her home.
Services pending.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noefs.net
Arrangements by Noe Funeral Service, Inc. of Beaufort, NC.
JP Pollock
Dec 16, 2024
JP Pollock, 83, of Supply, NC, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Autumn Care of Raeford, NC.
Beginning at a very early age, JP was fascinated with radios and how you could listen to people in foreign countries over them. That led to an eventual career in the electronics field. After earning a degree in electronics he went to...
Tammy Springle
Dec 15, 2024
Tammy Springle, 66, of Beaufort passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC.
Tammy was a cherished presence in the lives of those who knew her. She worked at Roses in Beaufort, where she formed many meaningful connections and friendships. Tammy was deeply loved by her friends and will be remembered for the joy she...
Shane Moldenhauer
Dec 10, 2024
Shane Elliott Moldenhauer, 36, of Atlantic, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
Shane was a true Commercial Fisherman and could be found on the water with Melissa and his fur girl Sissy or his brother-in-law Harley and special niece Emerson doing what he loved the best, fishing, shrimping, and crabbing. He enjoyed hunting when he could go; it didn't matter...
Johnnie "Danny" Jones
Dec 10, 2024
Johnnie “Danny” Jones, 77, of Beaufort, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
Danny was drafted into the United States Army at a young age, where he served his country with honor during the Vietnam War. His time in the military instilled in him a strong sense of duty and resilience, qualities that he...
Roger Lee Parkin
Dec 9, 2024
Roger Lee Parkin, 66, of Newport, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024 at SECU Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noefs.net.
Arrangements by Noe Funeral Service, Inc. of Beaufort, NC.
Sarah Crosswell
Dec 7, 2024
Sarah Guthrie Crosswell, 93, of Beaufort, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
Born and raised in Beaufort, Sarah was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church of Beaufort, where her faith as an unwavering follower of Jesus Christ was a guiding force throughout her life.
Sarah dedicated over 40 years of her professional...
Alexander "Alex" Copeland
Dec 6, 2024
Alexander “Alex” Lane Copeland, 84, of Beaufort, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024 at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
Born and raised on Copeland Road in Beaufort, Alex was a proud graduate of Beaufort High School's class of 1958, where he excelled in basketball, baseball, and football.
Alex served his country with dedication in the United States Coast Guard...
