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Lorenz Meyer
May 30, 2026
Lorenz “Larry” Fred Meyer, 87, of Harkers Island passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, in his home.
Born on May 28, 1939, in Brooklyn, New York to Anna and Fred Meyer, Larry spent his childhood moving from city to city following his parents’ careers in the food service industry. In his teens, his family settled down in East Islip, NY....
Lynn Allen Gustafson
May 30, 2026
Lynn "Gus" Allen Gustafson, 78, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026. He was born to the late Arnold and Olga Gustafson on February 13, 1948, in Viborg, South Dakota.
He grew up in Centerville, SD, where he excelled as an athlete and also became an Eagle Scout. He was a graduate of South Dakota State University where he received his...
Percy Hamilton Smith, Jr.
May 24, 2026
Percy Hamilton Smith, Jr., affectionately known as “P.H.,” of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed from this life peacefully surrounded by family on May 24, 2026, at the age of 94. Born in Franklin County in 1932, he was the son of the late Percy Hamilton Smith and Mozelle Leonard Smith.
P.H. graduated from Edward Best High School in 1950 and proudly...
Crystal Gayle Stone
May 1, 2026
Crystal Gayle Stone passed away peacefully at her home on May 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. After a courageous battle with ALS, she entered into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of strength, love, and unwavering devotion to those she held dear.
To know Crystal was to love her. She was a deeply compassionate woman whose warmth...
Raymond Michael Cole
Apr 20, 2026
The family of Raymond Michael Cole wish to announce his passing on April 20, 2026, after a mercifully short battle with pancreatic cancer. Born December 26, 1957, in San Pedro California, Ray lived a full life. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife Tarnapa-May (Tammy) Cole, his daughter Twyla May Cole, both of Stella, NC, his...
Lou Glenn Hobbins
Apr 11, 2026
Lou Glenn Hobbins, born Lou Glenn Brantley on May 12, 1931, in Bailey, North Carolina, passed away peacefully of natural causes on April 11, 2026, at the age of 94, in Jacksonville, North Carolina.
Lou was born to Sherwood and Hazel Brantley and grew up in eastern North Carolina, where she developed the warmth, resilience, and sharp sense of humor that...
Roger Waniata
Apr 2, 2026
Roger Paul Waniata died peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by his friends and family at the age of 83. He was born and raised in Great Falls, Montana, on September 29, 1942. He was the oldest child of Dr. Frank and Jane Waniata, with two younger brothers, Don and Dale. This trio of rambunctious boys lived a charmed life...
Anna Catherine Moore
Mar 27, 2026
Anna Catherine Clements Moore, affectionately known as “Ma” of Jacksonville, North Carolina passed away peacefully in her sleep on the night of March 27, 2026 at the age of 90.
Born on February 19, 1936, “Anna Kay” was raised in the Plant City and Tampa areas of Florida. She earned her master’s degree in education from the University of Tampa, yet...
Janet Nelson Garner
Mar 14, 2026
Janet Nelson Garner, 64, of Harkers Island, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Carolina East Medical Center in New Bern, NC.
Full obituary to come.
Arrangements made by Just Cremations in Morehead City, NC.
All condolences may be sent to justcremations.net.
Wilson Norton Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
Wilson "Bill" Norton Jr., 74, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. Born on November 10, 1951, in Cherry Point, North Carolina, Bill embraced a life deeply connected to his family, friends, and the coastal lifestyle he cherished.
Bill was the son of the late Wilson Norton Sr. of Newport and Mary Sanders of Beaufort. He was...
Martha Jones
Feb 20, 2026
Martha Jones, 83, of Beaufort, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at North River United Methodist Church. A visitation will take place at the church at 1:00 p.m.
Arrangements made by Just Cremations in Morehead City, NC.
All condolences may...
John Lloyd Weller II
Feb 6, 2026
John Lloyd Weller II, 69, of New Bern, North Carolina, born on January 14, 1957 and passed away on February 6, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with respiratory health issues.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Lloyd Weller, and his mother, Joetta Hopkins Williams.
John is survived by his brothers, Joey Weller and his wife Jenny of...
Webster O'Neal Moore
Jan 26, 2026
Webster O'Neal Moore, 66, known as "Webby", passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026 in Carteret County, NC.
He was a 1977 graduate of Garner NC Senior High. Webby was a retired Photogrammetric Geospatial Engineer with N.C. DOT in Raleigh, NC.
He is survived by his loving wife Joanne; his daughter, Amanda; her husband, Matthew; and his granddaughter, Ava; his mother, Annie...
Dianna Yost Whaley
Jan 18, 2026
Dianna "Di" Yost Whaley, 65 of Newport, NC passed away on January 18, 2026. She was born on August 16, 1960 to John and Fran Yost.
Dianna was a retired school teacher of Carteret County schools. She was an avid bowler and coached many children for many years. She loved NC lighthouses, dolphins, and the UNC Tarheels.
Dianna is survived by her...
Dennis "Jerry" McAtee
Jan 17, 2026
Dennis “Jerry” McAtee, 86, of Havelock, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport.
Jerry served and retired after nineteen and half years in the USMC. He retired with multiple medals including a Purple Heart
Service times to be announced.
He is survived by his wife of over 64 years, Marlene McAtee of Havelock; three daughters,...
Rickie Brass
Dec 30, 2025
Rickie Lynn Brass, 75, of Washington, NC, passed away after battling cancer on December 30, 2025.
He was born on June 11, 1950, to Evelyn Pauline Kellogg and Elmer Leon Brass. After retirement he served as Dock Master for the city of Washington waterfront docks for 20 years.
Rick is survived by his former wife and best friend Mary McShane Brass, Daughter’s:...
Joyce Marie Anderson
Dec 7, 2025
Joyce Marie Anderson, 75 of Havelock NC, passed away peacefully at home on December 7, 2025.
Joyce was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas before moving to NC in 2021 to retire with her family.
Joyce’s home was more than just a house—it was the heart of the family. It echoed with laughter, warmth, and the comforting aroma of something delicious...
Russell Edmund Atkinson
Dec 4, 2025
Russell Edmund Atkinson, 72, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away at his home on December 4, 2025.
Born in Cambridgeshire, England, Russell spent his early years moving with his military family to locations including Okinawa, before they were last stationed at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, VA. He attended Kecoughtan High School and VoTech, where he developed the automotive...
Gail Mitchell
Nov 8, 2025
Gail Philyaw Mitchell, 72, of Trenton, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Gail’s greatest joy was her family. She is survived by her husband, Albert “Junior” Mitchell; her sons, Trey Mitchell and wife Whitney, and Jeffrey Mitchell and wife Sheena; her treasured grandchildren, Wyatt and Sawyer, and grand-dog Duke....
Sandra Styron
Oct 7, 2025
Sandra Styron passed away on October 7, 2025, at the age of 69, in Beaufort, NC. Born on January 2, 1956, Sandra's life was marked by her devotion to family and her faith.
Sandra was a long-time member of Holly Springs Free Will Baptist Church in Newport, NC. Her faith was the foundation of her life, guiding her through good times...
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