Local Obituaries for Families in Beaufort, NC
Vivian Virginia Madden
Apr 16, 2021
Obituary Vivian Virginia Madden, 77, of Beaufort, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021 at the Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport. In 2014 Vivian was one of the founding members of Waterway Church Outreach Ministries where she has served faithfully. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Bridgeway Church of Beaufort...
James Scott Gore
Apr 16, 2021
Obituary James 'Scott' Gore, beloved father, brother and son, Age 52, of Newport, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021 at his home. Scott was born on July 2, 1968 to James Irving and Margaret Ann Gore in Morehead City. Scott was best known for his charismatic and creative personality. He was a skilled tradesman with a quick wit....
Everett 'Gerald' Huneycutt Sr.
Apr 13, 2021
Obituary Everett Gerald Huneycutt Sr., 73, of Gloucester, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport with his family at his side after battling cancer. A funeral service will be held at 2:30 pm on Sunday, April 18, 2021 at Free Grace Wesleyan Church on Harkers Island. The family...
Dennis John Pittman
Apr 12, 2021
Obituary Dennis John Pittman, 68, of Beaufort, went to be with his Saviour, Jesus Christ, on Monday, April 12, 2021 in New Bern, NC. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at Stacy Freewill Baptist Church. A funeral will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, April 16, 2021 at the...
Sandra Hunt Darst Rigsbee
Mar 30, 2021
Obituary Sandra Hunt Darst Rigsbee, better known as Mom to her family, was born and raised in Durham, NC. She passed away at the age of 76, at Crystal Coast Hospice House on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. During her lifetime Sandra was a loving mother, realtor, executive secretary, and a caring nurse. She was an excellent seamstress, upholsterer, woodworker,...
Debra Kay Rose
Mar 26, 2021
Obituary Debra Kay Rose, 64, of Harkers Island, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 26, 2021. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Refuge Fellowship Church on Harkers Island with Pastor Manley Rose Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at...
Ada Murray Smith
Mar 23, 2021
Obituary Ada Murray Smith, 89, of Beaufort, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at New Hanover Regional in Wilmington. A funeral will be held at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Mt. Tabor Missionary Baptist in Beaufort with Pastor Hubert Judon officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am to 12:00...
Larry Edward Gillikin Sr.
Mar 22, 2021
Obituary Larry Edward Gillikin, 79, of Gloucester, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2021 at his daughter's home in Wilmington, NC. He was surrounded by family with his daughter, Sharon, and son, Michael, at his bedside. Larry was born May 23, 1941 in Otway NC to James and Violet Gillikin. He was the youngest of ten children. He had...
Rebecca Kneece Pierce
Mar 22, 2021
Obituary Rebecca Kneece Pierce, 71, of Otway, passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Carteret Health Care in Morehead City. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Vergie Mae Cemetery in Harkers Island. Becky was a longtime member of Grace Holiness Church in Harkers Island and loved her church family....
Frances Carol Willis Burke
Mar 21, 2021
Obituary Frances Carol Willis Burke, 64, of Otway, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at her home with her husband at her side. Carol loved gardening, taking care of her plants, fishing, and being around the water in general. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Burke; two daughters, Katherine Ipock and Lisa...
Sandra 'Louise' Willis
Mar 17, 2021
Obituary Sandra "Louise" Willis, 77, of Atlantic, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at her niece's home. A funeral will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Hunting Quarter Church with Pastor Wayne Warren officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. Louise will...
George Arthur Newton Sr.
Mar 17, 2021
Obituary George Arthur Newton Sr., 95, of Beaufort, passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, surrounded by loved ones. A funeral will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at First Free Will Baptist Church in Beaufort. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 pm to 2:00...
Almeta 'Alma' Willis Gaskill
Mar 16, 2021
Obituary Almeta "Alma" Willis Gaskill, 82, of Harkers Island, passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Friday, March 19, 2021 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints of Harkers Island. The funeral will be held at 11:00 am...
Susan Carol Ward
Mar 13, 2021
Obituary Susan Cabaniss Ward, 67, of Harkers Island, passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021 in Vienna, Virginia. A Life Celebration for Susan Ward will be held in the Worship Center at Bridgeway Church in Beaufort at 11am on Saturday, May 22, 2021. Following this is a time of fellowship in the Gym, hosted by her family. Susan is...
Billy Pittman
Mar 9, 2021
Obituary Billy Pittman, 70, of Stacy, went to be with the Lord and be reunited with the love of his life on Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Billy was born on December 7, 1950 in Carteret County to Ralph and Mable Pittman of Stacy. He served in both the Army and the Army Reserve. Billy retired from his Chief Engineer...
Leslie 'Buddy' Rose
Mar 9, 2021
Obituary Mr. Leslie 'Buddy" Rose, 81, of Harkers Island passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at his home. Leslie Roger "Buddy" Rose was born July 15, 1939 to Leslie and Christine Rose at Harkers Island, being the first son after seven daughters. Six more children were to follow after Leslie. His father Leslie was a commercial fisherman with Stacy...
Lillie Jane Powell
Mar 6, 2021
Obituary Lillie Locklear Powell, 85, of Beaufort, passed away on Saturday, March 06, 2021 at her home. Lillie worked in several school cafeterias in Carteret County. She was a member of Graham Memorial Pentecostal Holiness Church of Mill Creek. She loved to fish and garden, but above all else was her love for her family. A funeral service will...
Louis 'Lou' Derwood Paylor
Feb 27, 2021
Obituary An obituary is not available at this time for Louis 'Lou' Derwood Paylor. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall. Services You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or by planting a memorial tree in the memory of Louis 'Lou' Derwood Paylor
E. Carson Davis
Feb 26, 2021
Obituary Elihu Carson Davis, 78, of Davis, passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021 at Pruitt Health Sea Level. Carson was born on October 24, 1942 to Elihu Davis and Edna Davis Mell, Carson was born and raised in Davis. Growing up, Carson worked at Grady Davis and Son Fish House in Davis. In his later years, Carson went...
Elaine Marie Byers
Feb 26, 2021
Obituary Elaine Marie Byers, 65, of Newport, passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021 at her home. Elaine was a devoted Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister and Friend. She was loved and admired by those who knew her. As a talented hairdresser, Elaine owned and managed His and Her Styles by Elaine in Carroll, Ohio for 22 years with many...
