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Oscar Daniels Quidley

Oscar Daniels Quidley, 82, died April 15, 1993. A graveside service will be at 4 p.m. today in Pamlico United Methodist Church, Pamlico County, N.C. Norris-Bryant Funeral Home in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot [Norfolk, VA] - April 17, 1993; pg. D2)

Thomas Gibbs Quidley, Sr.
[Aug. 13, 1920 - Sept. 21, 2003]
[From the private collection of William Odell Spain held by Janet Orndorff]
(Unknown newspaper - Sept. 2003)

Derrill Charles Quigley

COLUMBIA - Graveside services for Sgt. Maj. Derrill Charles Quigley (Ret.), 81, formerly of Arapahoe, N.C., were held Wednesday, December 20, 2000 in Jacob Paul Cemetery, Arapahoe, with full military honors. Bryant Funeral Home, Alliance, N.C., was in charge. Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605 or to the Arapahoe Fire and Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 3, Arapahoe, NC 28510.  Sgt. Maj. Quigley, husband of Shirley Paul Quigley, died Sunday, December 17, 2000. Born in Elkville, Ill., February 10, 1919, he was the son of the late Charles and Lola Quigley. He served in the Pacific Theatre of World War II, where he was awarded a Bronze Star, and in the Korean Conflict. He retired from the U.S. Army after 28 years and later served as the Civil Defense Director of Pamlico County, N.C. He was a member of the Shriners and Masons.  Surviving are his wife; daughter, Sharon Quigley Kennedy and her husband, Pete, Columbia; grandchildren, Terry Lynn Kennedy, Greensboro and Shannon Kennedy Holwadel, Mt. Pleasant; brother, Otis Quigley, Colorado Springs, Co.; sister, Betty Quigley King, Bakersfield, Calif. He was predeceased by sons Derrill Charles Quigley, Jr., L/Cpl. USMC Terry Lynn Quigley who died in Vietnam.  (The State [Columbia, SC] - December 23, 2000; pg. B4)

Clen Gibbs Radcliff

Clen Gibbs Radcliff, 67, of Stonewall, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  Clen was co-owner and operator of Pamlico Home Builders for 30+ years. He built multiple homes in Pamlico County. He also spent 10 years as a captain of a fishing vessel.  Clen was an avid deer hunter and trout fisherman. He loved his animals dearly and enjoyed time spent with his family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Radcliff and first wife, Renee Tyndall Radcliff.  He is survived by his wife, Cindy Radcliff; mother, Belva Radcliff; sons, Justin Radcliff (Jamie) and Ivan Radcilff (Taylor); brother, Early Radcliff (Ellen); sisters, Mabel Burroughs, Lana Nobles (Carl), Alyce Radcliff-Toler; and grandchild, Bryson.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 9,  at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Scott Fitzgerald officiating. Interment will follow immediately in Hollywood Cemetery, Olympia. The family will receive friends and family from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday at Bryant Funeral Home.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Renee Tyndall Radcliff

Renee Tyndall Radcliff, 56, of Alliance died Tuesday, May 29, 2012. She was employed at Pamlico Home Builders. She is preceded in death by her father, Julius Tyndall, Sr. and brother, Julius Tyndall, Jr. She is survived by her mother, Hazel Tyndall; her husband, Clen Radcliff; two sons, Justin Radcliff and wife, Kate and Ivan Radcliff, both of Alliance; two brothers, Keith Tyndall and wife, Betty of Reelsboro and Kevin Tyndall and wife, Donna of Vandemere; two sisters, Sheila Parrott and husband, Lane and Sharon Davis and husband, Jim, both of Alliance. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 2, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Robert Cayton officiating.  Interment followed at Hollywood Cemetery. The family received friends and family Friday night at the funeral Home.   Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations, Alliance, NC.  (The Pamlico News - June 6, 2012)

Edna Roberts Dixon Radford

NEW BERN – Edna Roberts Dixon Radford, 86, died Thursday, January 21, 2016 at Riverpoint Crest Nursing & Rehab Center. She was born February 12, 1929 in Pamlico County, daughter of the late Wallace C. and Ada Holton Roberts. Ms. Edna was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She was a member of the 49’rs Class of 1949 of Pamlico County. She retired from working at J. C. Penny. After her working career she was a homemaker. She was the life of the party, always laughing , and kept something going on all the time. She was loved and will be missed by those who knew her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Roy B. Dixon of the Goose Creek community, and Henry C. Radford of New Bern; and three brothers, Paul, Thad and James Roberts. She is survived by her two daughters, Judy Dixon Jernigan and Martha Ann Dixon Harper and husband Clem, all of the Goose Creek community; two sisters-in-law, Delta B. Roberts of New Bern, and June M. Roberts of Sumter, SC; and grandchildren, Chris Bailey and wife, Frances, Eric Harper and wife, Emily, Will Harper and wife, Amber and Reid Harper; and great-grandchildren, Sarah and Rebecca Bailey and Casey and Diana Harper. There will be a gathering of friends and family from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 24. The daughters will be receiving friends at 148 Will’s Lane in the Goose Creek community. Burial will be at a later date. Arrangements by Pollock-Best Funerals & Cremations.  (The Pamlico News - January 27, 2016)

William Robert Radford, Sr.
[Oct. 23, 1918 - Sept. 10, 2002]
[From the private collection of William Odell Spain held by Janet Orndorff]
(Unknown newspaper - Sept. 2002)

Dorothy E. Ramsuer

GRANTSBORO - Dorothy E. Ramsauer, 88, died Saturday, October 8 at Craven Regional medical Center. A funeral service has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 11, 10 am, at Arapahoe United Methodist Church with the Rev. Penny Dollar Farmer officiating with burial in New Bern Memorial Cemetery.  She was a member of Arapahoe United Methodist Church and member of Order of Eastern Star in Suffolk Co., NY.  She is survived by one daughter, Eleanor R. Dunne of Normal, IL, formerly of Minnesott Beach; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - October 10, 2005)

Miriam Canaday Ramsay

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. - Miriam Canaday Ramsay, 95, died Jan. 9 at the Episcopal Home at Still Hopes.  She was born in Bayboro, N.C., and was a graduate of New Hanover High School in Wilmington, N.C., and East Carolina Teacher's College in Greenville, N.C. She was active in local and state PTA and was chairman of District 5 PTA for five years.  She was a founding member of St. George Episcopal Church in Statesboro, Ga., and Christ Episcopal Church in Denmark, S.C., and was president of E.C.W., 1974-1976, was on the Altar Guild, a member of the choir, a Sunday school teacher and on the Diocesan Board for five years. She helped organize the Denmark Garden Club and was its president. She was a member of Ikebana Society and an accredited state flower club judge. She was also active with the Cancer Society, Polio Society, Crippled Children's Society and Sixty Plus Club.  Survivors are a son and daughter-in-law, Ernest C. and Barbara G. Ramsay of Norcross; a daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn F. Ramsay Grady and Ed L. Grady of Columbia; three granddaughters, Lydia Katherine Ramsay of New York City, Mrs. Neil G. Poland of Johnson City, Tenn., and Caroline R. Hattrich of Columbia; a grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Stephen C. and Melissa J. Hatrrich of Columbia; and four great-grandchildren.   The funeral will be at 1 p.m. today at Heavenly Rest Episcopal Church, Hampton County.  Peeples-Rhoden Funeral Home, Hampton.   (Savannah Morning News [Savannah, GA] - January 12, 2000; pg. C2)

  Carolyn Joan Randall

Carolyn Joan "Sis" Randall, 58, of 58 Martin Road, Arapahoe, died Sunday, June 15, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center, New Bern.  She was a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, where she was president of the Young Adult Choir, chairman of the Scholarship Board, Culinary Arts Committee and Missionary Circle. She was a graduate of Pamlico Central School and Shaw University. She served as postmaster in Arapahoe from 1993 until her retirement.  The funeral will be held at noon Saturday, June 21, in Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Amendaz Crawford officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.  She is survived by two brothers, Troy and Dennis Randall, both of Arapahoe.  Viewing will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at Rivers-Morgan Funeral Home, New Bern, and one hour prior to the service Saturday at the church.  The family will receive friends at the residence.  Arrangements are by Rivers-Morgan Funeral Home, New Bern.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Thursday, June 19, 2008)

Sandra Faye Randall

ORIENTAL - Sandra Faye Randall, 55, 1448 Broad St. Extension, Oriental, died Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  She was a 1973 graduate of Pamlico County High School and a member of Pierce Chapel AME Zion Church. Her church ministries included serving as a Deaconess, Class Leader, Gospel Ensemble and Sunday School member.  Memorial services will be conducted 1 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 30, at Pierce Chapel AME Zion Church with the Rev. Annette Satterfield officiating. The interment will be at the Perkins Cemetery.  She is survived by her son, John Harrison of Oriental; three brothers, Zelenor Bryant of the home, Carl Bryant of Bayboro, and Arthur Randall of Brunswick; four sisters, Joyce Taylor of Arapahoe, Margaret Gomes of Baltimore, Ava Midgette of New Bern and Angela Hinton of Upper Marlboro.  The family will receive friends at the residence. Viewing will be at Oscar's Mortuary Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.    (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Thursday, December 30, 2010)

Alice L. Rawls

REELSBORO - Alice L. Rawls entered into the comfort of her Lord & Savior on September 1, 2014, ten days from her 100th birthday.  She was a charter member of Reelsboro Christian Church.  She is survived by one son, Phillip A. Rawls Sr. and wife, Betty, of Washington; one daughter, Cynthia Benton and husband, Frank, of Camden; six grandchildren, Phillip Rawls Jr. and wife, Linda, of Oriental, Betty Jean Hamby and husband, Lance, of Reelsboro, Christopher A. Rawls and wife, Dawn, of New Bern, Pamela B. Brown and husband, Scott, of Hertford, John L. Benton and wife, Becky, of Carthage, and Karl W. Benton and wife, April, of Hertford; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Ester Lupton; husband, Guy L. Rawls; daughter, Viola Rawls; grandson, Johnathan Rawls; great-grandson, Christopher M. Rawls; son-in-law, John M. Benton Jr.; one sister and five brothers.  Her funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, at Reelsboro Christian Church with the Dr. Robert Cayton officiating.  Interment will follow immediately in Greenleaf Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - September 3, 2014)

Cecil M. Rawls

Cecil M. Rawls, 85, a retired civil service employee, died April 11, 1994, in his home. Mr. Rawls was born in Merritt, N.C., and was a resident of Norfolk since 1934. He was retired from the Naval Supply Center after 30 years. He had served in the Navy and Coast Guard and had also retired from the Naval Reserve after 30 years. He was a member of Gateway Freewill Baptist Church, Atlantic Masonic Lodge (NU)2, for 50 years and Scottish Rite Bodies, 32nd degree.  Survivors include his wife, Minnie M. Rawls; two sons, William A. Rawls and C. Mac Rawls Jr., both of Virginia Beach; two sisters, Daisy Jones of Reelsboro, N.C., and Marie Davenport of Merritt, N.C.; one brother, Rebert Rawls of Havlock, N.C.; two half sisters, Irene Parrish of Washington, N.C., and Nellie Pigeon of Merritt, N.C.; and four grandchildren.  A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Gateway Freewill Baptist Church by Pastor Dale Burden. Burial will be in Rosewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends in Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel, from 7 to 8 p.m. today.  (The Virginian-Pilot [Norfolk, VA] - April 12, 1994; pg. D2)

Charles Mitchell Rawls

GRANTSBORO - Charles Mitchell "Mickey" Rawls, 76, a resident of The Gardens of Pamlico, died Thursday, December 9 at Craven Regional Medical Center. A graveside service was held at 3 pm in the Bethel Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery in Whortonsville with the Rev. Amos Sykes officiating.  He was a member of Silverhill Christian Church.  He is survived by several nieces and nephews.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - December 2004)

Joan H. Rawls

ORIENTAL - Mrs. Joan H. Rawls, 72, formerly of Winston-Salem, died Thursday, June 22, 2000, at her home. She was born in Johnstown, Pa., graduated from Penn State University with a B.A. in education, and the University of Virginia with a M. Ed in special education. She was a member of Oriental United Methodist Church and was an active volunteer with Hospice of Pamlico County. She is survived by her husband, Joseph B. Rawls; three children; five step-children; and 15 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 28, at Oriental United Methodist Church. Memorials may be sent to Hospice of Pamlico County, P.O. Box 959, Bayboro, NC 28515. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home, Alliance.  (Winston-Salem Journal [Winston-Salem, NC] - June 25, 2000; pg. 4)

Joseph Benjamin Rawls

NEW BERN - Joseph Benjamin Rawls, 86, of Sterling House, formerly of Bogue Drive, Oriental, N.C., died Jan. 24.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 5, at 2 p.m. at Oriental United Methodist Church.  Mr. Rawls was born March 13, 1924, in Forsyth County to Eben Turner Rawls and Lillian Hawkins Rawls. He graduated from Reynolds High School and attended The Citadel in 1942. He served three years in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII as a control tower operator. In 1949, he graduated from N.C. State University with a degree in engineering. He worked briefly in the family business, Rawls Delicious Foods, in Winston-Salem, and then for Western Electric Company for 32 years.  In 1986, Mr. Rawls moved to Pamlico County. He served on the Board of Health for nine years and was chairman for two years. He was a past member of the Oriental Rotary Club and a member of the Oriental United Methodist Church.  He is survived by one sister, five children, two stepchildren, 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Saturday, February 5, 2011)

Matilda Rawls
(Part of the Anson H. Brite Collection submitted by Janice Silverthorne Urban)

David William Rea

David William Rea, 64, of Arapahoe, moved to heaven peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 14, 2021.  He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Angela Brinson Rea, two loving daughters, Laura Rea Doxey and Rebecca Rea Myers, and two sons-in-law, Ryan Doxey and Taylor Myers, loved by David as sons.  His precious grandchildren are Lila Doxey, Luke Doxey, Paige Myers, and Nolan Myers.  He is also survived by two sisters, Reita Rea, Dr. Mary B. Rea-Poteat and husband Phil, and two brothers, Kyle Rea, and Phil Rea and wife Kerry.  He is survived as well by many nieces, nephews, and cousins whom he loved dearly.  He was born on August 31, 1956.  He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, James and Dorothy Rea.  David attended Oriental United Methodist Church during his childhood and was then a faithful member of Amity Christian Church for over 41 years.  He served as an elder of the church and taught the children’s preschool and primary Sunday School classes for many years.  He also taught the adult Sunday School class on a rotating basis for several years.  He loved his church and loved being a servant of the Lord.  David graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1978 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree.  Prior to that, he graduated from Louisburg College in 1976 with an Associate of Arts Degree and from Pamlico County High School in 1974.  Upon graduating from college, David served as Director of the Pamlico County Recreation Department and later as a banker with Wachovia Bank.  In 1982, he began his 30-year career as an insurance agent with North Carolina Farm Bureau Insurance in both Pamlico County and Carteret County.  He thoroughly enjoyed all of his years of work and the people with whom he worked. He treasured the lasting friendships that developed over the years, whether they began on softball fields, in offices, or in the homes of his Farm Bureau clients.  Throughout his life, David loved participating in sports or, as he would say, “playing ball.”  He has always been remembered as a great Little League pitcher and while he continued to play organized sports during his school years, he especially loved the pick-up football games and basketball games with friends that moved from yard to yard or gym to gym on Sunday afternoons and in the evenings.  Some of his friends called him “Pistol Pete” on the basketball court, a nickname he never felt he deserved, but enjoyed all the same!  He played a little tennis in high school and played on the Louisburg College tennis team during his sophomore year.  He became very interested in golf during his college years and that became his lifelong sport.  He introduced some of his childhood friends to golf, hoping they would love it as he did, so they could continue to “play ball” together and that is exactly what happened.  Even when he was no longer able to play, he loved hearing about their games -- shot by shot, hole by hole -- and was always so happy for them when everything came together for them during a round of golf.  David’s greatest joy came from loving, providing for, and spending time with his family.  He instinctively knew how to be an attentive husband and father because he found it easy to take the time to totally focus on and enjoy even the simplest things with his girls, never rushing to move on to something else, and always putting their needs above his own.  He found quiet little ways to make their lives comfortable and happy, faithfully took on daily parenting tasks, and somehow turned everything into fun. He packed school lunches every morning year after year, coached his girls’ basketball and softball teams, went on field trips, and spent time every day simply playing with them, talking to them, and involving them in whatever he was doing.  Friends and family all know David as full of fun, steady, patient, calm, and faithful.  The joy and love that he brought into our lives will forever be with us.  A private burial will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, January 17 at Amity Christian Church Cemetery.  There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date, either online or when we can gather safely in person.

Barbara L. Redburn

Barbara L. Redburn, 64, of Oriental, died Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Carolina East Medical Center. She is survived by her husband, Dan Baker of Oriental. The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.   Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] – no date)  Submitted by Shirley Gabbert

Deborah Rebecca Reed

ORIENTAL - Deborah Rebecca Reed, 59, died May 24, 2009, at home.  She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend.  She is survived by her mother, Ethel K. Graham, and stepfather, Donald, of Cobb Island, Md.; one sister, Ramona R. Campbell, and her husband, William, of Havelock; and three nieces, Shannon McGonigal, Amanda Hamons and Leslie Kinkade.  She is preceded in death by her brother, U.S. Army Captain Gary Lee Reed.  A memorial service will be held at a later date in Maryland.  Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – May 28, 2009)

John F. Reeves

ORIENTAL - John F. Reeves, 93, died Monday, March 7, 2005, at Craven Regional Medical Center.  He was a research engineer.  Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Thomas Episcopal Church with the Rev. Jeremiah Day officiating.  He is survived by two daughters, Harriett Blood of Oriental and Susan Burney of Little Rock, Ark.; one son, John F. Reeves Jr. of Fairfield, Iowa; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - March 9, 2005)

Marcus Wayne Respass

BAYBORO - Marcus Wayne Respass, 30, of 480 Lynch Beach Loop Road, died Tuesday, June 28, 2005, at Craven Regional Medical Center.  He was a native of Pamlico County and a 1992 graduate of Pamlico County High School.  Funeral will be 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Galilee M.B. Church with the Rev. L.A. Dillahunt officiating.  Burial will be in Midgett Family Cemetery.  He is survived by one son, Dasanique Respass of New Bern; one daughter, Shy'Kima Singleton of New Bern; parents, William A. Respass Sr. and Ella Banks Respass of the home; three brothers, Anthony Banks Jr. of Jacksonville, William A. Respass Jr. of Huntington, N.Y. and Eric Respass of Raleigh; one sister, Mytima Levonne Respass of the home; and grandparents, Ellis and Mildred Midgett of Maribel.  The family will receive friends at the residence.  Viewing will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at Oscar's Mortuary and one hour prior to the service Saturday at the church.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - June 29, 2005)

William Alexander Respass

BAYBORO - William Alexander Respass, Sr., 64, of 480 Lynch's Beach Loop Rd., died Friday, Jan. 18, 2013.  He was a native of Vandemere and was employed as a commercial fisherman.  His funeral will be held noon Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, at New Bern Eastern MB Association Headquarters, 885 N.C. 306 North, Grantsboro with the Rev. David Burley, eulogist. Burial will follow in the Midgette Family Cemetery.  He is survived by his wife, Ella Marie Banks Respass of the home; three sons, Anthony Banks of Jacksonville, Eric Respass of Raleigh, and William A. Respass Jr. of Huntington, N.Y.; one daughter, Mytima Respass of Bayboro; two brothers, Billy Respers of New Bern and Ray Respers of Reelsboro; four sisters, Delores Respers, Edna Mae Respers and Helen Lorraine Lewis, all of Vandemere and Lucretia Nobles of New Bern; 15 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.  The family will receive friends at the residence. Viewing hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, at Oscars' Mortuary.  Arrangements are by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - January 27, 2013)

Lora Ann Respers

MARIBEL - Lora Ann Respers, 50, of 46 Prospect Place, Lot 46, died Monday, June 27, 2011, at her residence.  She was a graduate of Pamlico County High School Class of 1979 and was employed by R.H.A. Crystal Coast Therapy Service.  Her funeral will be conducted noon Saturday, July 2, 2011, at Antioch United Church of Christ with the Rev. Genard Sawyer officiating. The burial will follow in Hudnell Cemetery.  She is survived by her mother, Delores Respers of Vandemere; two sons, Terrence Respers and William Stanley Bell Jr. and one daughter, Shamika Respers, all of Bayboro; four grandchildren; two sisters, Regina Respers of Vandemere and Patricia Johnson of Raleigh; and nine brothers, James Respers of Vandemere, Curtis Respers of Brooklyn, N.Y., Melvin Respers of Raleigh, the Rev. Gregory Bryant of Bellevue, Neb., the Rev. Adrian Jones of Madison, Ill., the Rev. Kelvin Jones of Florida, Fountain Lee Jones Jr., Phillippe Jones, and Vaughn Jones, all of Bayboro.  The family will receive friends at the residence of her mother, 103 School House Road, Vandemere. Viewing will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, at Oscar's Mortuary.  Arrangements are by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Sunday, July 3, 2011)

Michael Respers

Michael Respers, 42, of 52 School House Rd, Vandemere, died Monday July 6, 2009 at Carolina East Medical Center.  He was a graduate of the Pamlico County School System and was a member of Antioch United Church of Christ.  The funeral service will be 3:00 PM Sunday, July 12, 2009 at Antioch United Church of Christ with the Rev. Tony Credle, Officiating. Burial will be in the Hudnell Cemetery.  He is survived by his son, Lavonte' Respers of Fayetteville, NC; five daughters, Vanessa Cole, Bayboro, Ouayonna Jones, Durham, Brianna Jones, and Tunisia Jones both of Vandemere and Dorothy Respers, Alliance; his father, Rober Lee Jones of Atlanta; four brothres, Dexter Respers and Timothy Respers both of Vandemere, Ricky Respers of New Bern and Gregory Respers, Merritt; two sisters, Valerie Respers of Vandemere and Brenda Respers of Morrisville and one grandchild.   The family will receive friends at the residence. Viewing will be at Oscar's Mortuary Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday from10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and at the church Sunday an hour prior to the service.  (Kindly submitted by Traci Fleming)

Vilma A. Reynolds

Vilma A. Reynolds, 92, of the 7000 block of Azalea Garden Road, died Nov. 13, 2001, in a local hospital. She was a Norfolk resident for 73 years.  Born in Kershaw, N.C., she was the widow of Johnnie F. Reynolds and a member of Squires Memorial Presbyterian Church.  Survivors include a daughter, Jean Spencer and husband Leroy of Norfolk; two grandchildren, Jeannette Miller and Johnnie Spencer; and four great-grandchildren, Nicole Payne, Jacob Payne, Cindy Hughes and Shellie Howlin.  A graveside service will be held today at 2 p.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery by Dr. J. Shepherd Russell. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is in charge. Memorial donations may be made to Squires Memorial Presbyterian Church.  (The Virginian-Pilot [Norfolk, VA] - November 16, 2001; pg. B8)

Bettie P. Hardison Freeman Lupton Rice

ARAPAHOE - Bettie Rice, 81, died Wednesday, July 20, 2005 at her home. She was a member of Arapahoe Free Will Baptist Church where she was a Sunday School teacher and held various offices including past treasurer.  She was an avid reader and walker. She retired from Cherry Point with more than 30 years service, where she received numerous commendations for excellent service.  Mrs. Rice was preceded in death by her three husbands, John B. Freeman, Sr., Ervin Earlie Lupton and William B. Rice, Sr.  A funeral service was held at 11:00 am on Saturday, July 23 at Arapahoe Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Tommy Bulla officiating. Burial was in the Tingle Cemetery.  The family received friends at Bryant Funeral Home on Friday prior to the Saturday funeral from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  She is survived by one son, John B. Freeman and wife, Carolyn, of Greenville; one daughter, Betty F. Avery and husband, Earnest, of Waynesboro, VA; three grandchildren, Dr. Kenneth Avery and wife, Rhonda, Jeff Avery and wife, Debbie, and Heather F. Cribb and husband, David; five great-grandchildren, Jacob Avery, Joshua Avery, Bethany Avery, Leah Avery and Blake Cribb; two brothers, David Hardison and wife, Elizabeth, of Falls Church, VA and Albert Hardison and wife, Dorothy, of New Bern. In addition, she has six step-children, William B. Rice, Jr., Douglas Rice, Peggy Rice, Kerry Lupton, Jo Ann L. Piner and Gayle L. Campbell.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - July 2005)

Bonnie Kanouse Rice

Bonnie Kanouse Rice, 67, of Landings, Michigan died Wednesday, November 16, 2011. She was a member of Wardens Grove Free Will Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Sean Rice of Sunfield, MI and Patrick Schaefer of Hope, IN; two daughters, Heather Moore of Sunfield, MI and Connie Schaefer of Hope, IN; and four grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 25, at Lowland Community Cemetery with the Rev. Earl Sadler Jr. officiating.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - Wednesday, November 23, 2011)

Dewitt William Rice

ALLIANCE - Dewitt William Rice, 65, of Alliance passed away, Monday, April 4, 2016 at home. He was a member of Alliance United Methodist Church.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Lister & Amanda Rice and a brother, Charles Rice.  He is survived by his wife, Sherry Eubanks Rice; son, Tommy Rice of Alliance; step-daughters, Jennifer Speciale of Alliance and Sandra Hartwig of New Bern; step-son, William Rowe of Lowland; brother, Danny Rice and wife, Lulu, of Charlotte; sister-in-law, Donna Rice of Greenville; sisters, Kathy Moore and husband, Bill, of Wilson and Ann Bryce and husband, Steve, of Delaware; grandchildren, Madison Caroline Rice, Chris, Charles and Aaron Rowe, Clarissa Hartwig, and Megan, Michelle & Bryan Speciale; and one great-grandchild, Ryan Ormond.  His funeral will be held 2 p.m., Thursday, April 7th at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Penny Dollar Farmer officiating. Interment will follow immediately in Grantsboro Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening at Bryant Funeral Home.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - April 5, 2016)

Emmitt Curthburk Rice, Jr.

BAYBORO - Emmitt Curthburk Rice, Jr., 83, died Monday, October 17, 2011, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  He is survived by one son, Curtis Rice and wife, Marie, of Lowland; one sister, Mary Rice Banks of Merritt; his companion, Anne Sawyer; and several nieces and nephews.  A graveside service will be held 11 a.m., Friday, October 21, at Rice Family Cemetery in Florence with the Rev. Earl Sadler Jr. officiating.  The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m., Thursday, October 20, at Bryant Funeral Home.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Wednesday, October 19, 2011)

Henry Roscoe Rice, Sr.

Henry Roscoe Rice, Sr. was born on April 7, 1916 and passed away on Monday, August 22, 2016.  Henry was a resident of Lowland, North Carolina at the time of his passing.  He was married to Viola.  His funeral will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday August 26th at Wardens Grove FWB Church with the Rev. John Carawan the Rev. Earl Sadler Jr. officiating. Interment will follow immediately in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday night at Bryant Funeral Home. 

Joyce Roach Rice

Joyce Roach Rice, 87, of Reelsboro, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2019, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  She was a member of New Hope Christian Church.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Rice and son, Bob Rice.  She is survived by her son, Ken Rice of Reelsboro; brother, Albert Roach of Reelsboro; sisters, Ruth Smith of Raleigh, and Clara Banks of Dawson Creek; and special friend, Ruth Midyette of Alliance  Her funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March16, at New Hope Christian Church with the Revs. Mike Roach, Eddie Phenix, Seth Jones & Riley Green officiating.  Interment will be in Sandhill Cemetery, Reelsboro.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Margaret Walker Rice

GRANTSBORO - Margaret Walker Rice, 95, died Monday, Jan. 7, 2013, at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center.  She is survived by one sister, Lena Taylor of New Bern.  A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11, at Whitehill FWB Church Cemetery with the Rev. Wesley Taylor officiating.  Arrangements are by Bryant funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Friday, January 11, 2013)

Marvin Lee Rice

REELSBORO - Marvin L. Rice, 79, of Reelsboro, died Tuesday, March 21 at Craven Regional Medical Center. A graveside service was held Thursday, March 23 in Sandhill Cemetery with the Revs. Seth Jones and Mike Roach officiating. He is survived by his widow, Joyce R. Rice; two sons, Ken Rice and Bob Rice, both of Reelsboro; and two brothers, Jesse Rice and Dalton Rice, both of Grantsboro.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - March 2006)

Robert C. Rice

Robert C. Rice, 83, of New Bern died Sunday evening, Dec. 9, 2007, after a brief stay at Craven county Regional Medical Center.  Bob was born on Oct. 24, 1924, in Pamlico County and graduated from Arapahoe High School. He attended Atlantic Christian College (Barton College) for one year prior to transferring to UNC Chapel Hill on a Navy ROTC scholarship. He entered a wartime accelerated training program and was commissioned as a Supply Corps officer in January 1945. He served in the Pacific Theater through the end of World War II and remained on active duty unti1 1947 when he returned to UNC, where he graduated in 1948. Bob served in the Naval Reserves for 27 years before retiring as a commander.  In civilian life Bob worked as a civil servant in systems management for 35 years for the U.S. Navy Supply at Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, N.C., before retiring in 1980. He was the proud recipient of the secretary of the Navy's Distinguished Civilian Service Award in November 1980.  Bob was a member of his beloved Broad Street Christian Church for 55 years where he served as deacon, elder and chairman of the Board of Trustees. In 2002, he received what may be his most cherished honor. He was appointed elder emeritus of the church for the many years of dedicated ministry and service as an elder and faithful servant to the church.  He was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason for 55 years, having been past master of the Rainbow Masonic Lodge in Arapahoe.  Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Margie C. Rice; son, Bobby Rice and wife, Karen, of Raleigh; son, Greg Rice and wife, Cathee, of Charlotte; grandson, Rob and wife, Shelli, of Raleigh; granddaughter, Kristen Ange and husband, Robert, of Raleigh; and grandsons Paul and Harper of Charlotte.  A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Broad Street Christian Church, followed by an interment at Greenleaf Memorial Park in New Bern. The family will receive visitation from friends on Tuesday, Dec. 11, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Cotten Funeral Home.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Thursday, December 13, 2007)

Robert Lynn Rice

OLYMPIA - Robert "Bob" Lynn Rice, 61, of Olympia passed away Saturday, December 2, 2017, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  He was a member of New Hope Christian Church and retired from the U.S. Civil Service.  He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Rice.  He is survived by his mother, Joyce R. Rice and his brother, Ken Rice.  His funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, December 5th at New Hope Christian Church with the Rev. Mike Roach, Rev. Seth Jones, Rev. Riley Green & Rev. Eddie Phoenix officiating. Interment will be in Sandhill Cemetery.  The family will receive friends and relatives one hour prior to the service at the church.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Rosa Lee Fulcher Rice

FLORENCE - Rosa Lee Fulcher Rice, 92, died Thursday, March 25, 2004 at Britthaven of Pamlico.  Mrs. Rice was born in Pamlico County. She was a devoted wife and mother and friend to all. Her life was devoted with unconditional love of family. She provided lifelong care in the family home for her three daughters, Lena Gray Rice, Helen Louis Rice and Nellie Ann Rice, who preceded her in death. A graveside service was held Sunday, March 28 at 3:30 pm in the Rice Cemetery in Florence, NC with the Rev. Robert Cayton officiating.  Mrs. Rice was predeceased in death by her parents, Frank and Elizabeth Fulcher and husband, Emmitt C. Rice.  She is survived by her daughter, Mary Rice Banks, and son-in-law, Dewey I., of Florence; son, Emmitt C. Rice, Jr. of Bayboro; sister, Melba G. Wiggins, and husband, Kenneth, of Greenville; brother, Willie B. Fulcher, and wife, Lucy, of Tarboro; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.  The family received friends immediately following the service.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations of Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - March 2004)

Sherry Eubanks Rice

Sherry Eubanks Rice, 70, of Bayboro passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at home.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewitt Rice.  She is survived by her children, Sandra Rowe, Jennifer Speciale, Tommy Rice, and William (Aimee) Rowe; grandchildren, Chris (Amy) Rowe, Klirissa (Jay) Ormond, Bryan Speciale, Michelle Speciale, Maegan Speciale, Madison Rice, Charles Rowe, and Aaron Rowe; great grandchildren, Ryan Ormond, Addisyn Henderson, Tinsley Ormond, and Marlee Austin.  Her graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 14, at Grantsboro Cemetery.  The family will receive friends and relatives from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Bryant Funeral Home.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Vera Gaskill Rice

BAYBORO - Vera Gaskill Rice, 87, died Friday, April 15 at Craven Regional Medical Center. A funeral service was held Sunday, April 17, 1:30 pm, at Bayboro United Methodist Church with the Rev. Richard Baldwin officiating. Burial was in Gaskill Cemetery.  She retired from Pamlico County Department of Social Services and was a member of Bayboro United Methodist Church and 60-Plus Club.  She is survived by one son, Buddy Rice of Minnesott; one daughter, Teddy L'dvigsen of Winston-Salem; one sister, Annie Love Moore of Norfolk, VA; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - April 2005)

Whitford Armore Rice
[Submitted by Shirley Gabbert]
(The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009)

William Richard Rice

ALLIANCE - William "Bill" Richard Rice, 72, died Wednesday at Craven Regional Medical Center. He was born in Brainard, MN on October 31, 1929.  He was a member of Alliance United Methodist Church. He retired as a Colonel from the USMC after 28 years of service, where he served as a pilot. He served as Pamlico County Manager for 18 years as well as Finance Officer. He served as interim director of Coastal Solid Waste Management Authority and currently was on its Board of Directors. He was a member of Bayboro Masonic Lodge #331 and the New Bern Sudan Temple.  He is survived by his wife, Fonrose Johnson Rice; one son, William Mack Rice of Havelock; two sisters, Phyllis Lundquist of Edina, MN and Harriet Sewell of North Pole, Alaska; and one granddaughter, Sara Jean Rice.  He was preceded in death by his first wife, Jean C. Rice.  Funeral will be 11:00 a.m. Friday at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Dr. Gaylord Lehman and Rev. Penny Dollar Farmer and Rev. Eric Lindblade officiating, and full military honors. Burial will be in New Bern National Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at Bryant Funeral Home 10-11 a.m. Friday, prior to the funeral service.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sudan Crippled Children's Fund, PO Drawer 490, New Bern, NC 28563, Pamlico County Public Library, 603 Main Street, Bayboro, NC 28515 or a favorite charity.   Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home, Alliance.  (The News & Observer [Raleigh, NC] - July 19, 2002; pg. B6)

Zane Grey Rice

ALLIANCE - Zane Grey Rice, 80, died Sunday, April 1, 2007, at his home.  Mr. Rice was a lifelong resident of Alliance, except when he served in the military at Fort Campbell, Ky., in the 1950s. After he served in the armed forces, he returned to Pamlico County and continued his work in farming, as he had been raised to do. He later worked and retired from NADEP at Cherry Point as a sheet metal mechanic.  He was locally known as the “Collard and Okra Man.” He was also known for loving to visit Hardees for breakfast and seeing his special friend, “EC.” Also, he loved to visit all his friends daily at the Grantsboro Piggly-Wiggly.  His family always knew he loved them, and his simple ways of life were proof.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Mildred Sawyer Rice; an infant daughter, Linda Ann; his parents, John and Bertha Rice; and brothers, Elmo and Saint Melbie Rice.  He is survived by his daughter, Zelda R. Daniels and husband Louis of Alliance; a son, Joseph and wife Judy of Alliance; two stepdaughters, Libby G. Gooding and husband Bill of Reelsboro, and Freda G. Brinson Morris of New Bern; grandchildren, Rusty Daniels and wife Courtney, Ruthy D. Hiatt and husband Jay of New Bern, Joseph Rice Jr. of Bridgeton and Jonathan Rice of Newport; three great-grandchildren; eight step-grandchildren; 11 step-great-grandchildren; and many precious nieces and nephews. He loved his very special cat, “Bim Bim.”   He was a member of Alliance Pentecostal Holiness Church, Bayboro Masonic Lodge No. 331, Sudan Temple, New Bern Scottish Rite, Pamlico Co. Shrine Club and Pamlico County Mourners.  Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hollywood Cemetery with the Rev. Lee Toler and the Rev. Michael Roach officiating and military rites by Pamlico Co. Veterans Council.  The family will receive friends at Bryant Funeral Home from 7 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Monday, April 2, 2007)

Jessica Marie Potter Rich

Jessica Marie Potter Rich, 26, of Durham died, Thursday, March 4. She was a member of Bay Creek Christian Church. She is survived by her husband, David C. Rich; father, Troy Potter Jr.; daughter, Chloe Lynn Potter; brothers, Andrew James Potter and Michael Eric Potter; paternal grandfather, Troy Potter Sr.; and maternal grandparents, Ira and Patsy Alfred. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Delbert Leggett officiating. Burial will be in Jones Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the funeral home. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] – March 10, 2010)  Submitted by Shirley Gabbert

Teresa Ann Ricks

FAYETTEVILLE - Teresa Ann Ricks, 63 of 1105 Bradford Ridge Lane, Columbia, S.C. died Wednesday, March 7, 2012, at Cape Fear Health Center in Fayetteville.  She was a 1967 graduate of Pamlico County Schools and had a business degree from Cortez Business School, Washington, D.C.  Funeral services will be noon Monday at Christian Provisions Ministries, 2300 Courtland Drive, Sanford.  The viewing will be noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church at 132 Main Street, Stonewall. Burial follows in Stonewall Cemetery.  She is survived by two daughters, Alesha Salahuddin (Majid) of Fayetteville and Melinda Ricks of Columbia, S.C.; one son, John Ricks of Columbia, S.C.; one brother Alexander Thomas, Jr. of Stonewall; one sister Linda Freeman (Lloyd) of Hope Mills; and 10 grandchildren.  Funeral arrangements are by Knotts Funeral Home in Sanford.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Friday, March 16, 2012)

Mildred Riddick

Mildred Riddick of the 1000 block of Maple Ave., died April 11, 2004, in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.  Born in Bayboro, N.C., she was retired from H.C. Young Printing and was employed with Atlantic Litography. She was a member of Greater Metropolitan AME Zion Church.  She is survived by her husband, Frank H. Riddick Sr.; a daughter, Frankie Manley of Norfolk; a son, Frank H. Riddick Jr. of Gathersburg, N.C.; three grandchildren; two special friends, Charlene McLauren and Idonia Hobson; and a host of other relatives and friends.  A funeral will be held at noon Thursday at Greater Metropolitan AME Zion Church with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. The remains will be ready for viewing Wednesday from 3:30 to 8 p.m. The family will assemble at the residence at 11 a.m. for the procession. The remains will be taken to the church at 10 a.m. Carlos A. Howard Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel is in charge.  (The Virginian-Pilot [Norfolk, VA] - April 13, 2004; pg. B6)

Sadie Faye Murphy Riddick

Sadie Faye Murphy Riddick, 76, of Merritt, passed away Thursday, November 11, 2021, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Leslie Bryant Murphy and Lida Bell Keel Murphy of Merritt; brother, L.B. Murphy, Jr. of Four Oakes; and sister, Ann Murphy Whorton and her husband, Herbert Whorton of Florence. She is also preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Sue Riddick Slaymaker and her husband, George Slaymaker, of Minnesott Beach.  She is survived by her loving husband, Richard “Dick” Riddick, Jr.; daughter, Rhonda Riddick Brown and husband, John, of Duncansville, PA; son, Richard Riddick, III and wife, Christine of Liberty Hill, TX; and four grandchildren, Meredith Brown Laverty, Emily Brown, August McCloskey, and Jaxson Riddick. Also survived by, sister in law, Lillie Riddick Reilly and her husband, Joe Reilly, of Morehead City.  Sadie was a member of the Pamlico and Pitt County Shrine Club Shrinettes and was chairwoman of the Sick and Cheer committee for many years. She was always the first with a card or phone call! She was also a member of the Concord Christian Church. She worked at The Social Security Administration in Greenville her entire life until she retired. She attended Concord Christian Church in Florence. Sadie’s quote from her high school yearbook “Always laughing, never sad; sometimes naughty, but never bad.”  Her memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 14at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Rex Horne officiating.  The family will receive friends and relatives one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

David Ridgway

David Ridgway, 72, of Grantsboro, passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at home.  He is survived by his wife, Arlene Ridgway; mother, Myrtle Booye of NJ; son, David Christopher Ridgway (Aimee) of Raleigh; daughter, Cynthia Pierce (William) of Grantsboro; stepchildren, Kimberly Press (Mitchell) of NJ and William Carroll (Tina) of FL; four sisters, Judith Steffa of New Bern, Katherine Edwards of Lexington, Muriel Baker of Hamstead and Faith White of NJ; grandchildren, Matthew Pierce, Aaron Pierce, Naomi Pierce, Abby Ridgway, Emily Ridgway and William Carroll; and great-grandchild, Ryley Carroll.  His graveside service, with military honors, will be held at noon on Saturday, March 31st at Cahoon-Dixon Cemetery, Grantsboro with Pastor Dwayne Boyd officiating.  The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday morning at Bryant Funeral Home.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Carolyn Riggs

Carolyn Riggs, 75, of Alliance, died Tuesday, October 2, 2012. She was a lifelong member of the Broad Creek Christian Church, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband, Sterling Riggs. She is survived by four sons, Jeff Riggs and wife, Tammy of New Bern, Dale Riggs and wife, Theresa of Grantsboro, Kenny Riggs of Alliance, Will Riggs and wife, Sherry of Alliance; one daughter, Debbie L. Gaskins of Pinetops; two brothers, Mack Caton of Old Ford, Jack Caton of Bridgeton; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A funeral service was held Friday, October 5 at the Broad Creek Christian Church with the Rev. Eddy Gabbert officiating. Interment followed at Greenleaf Memorial Park. The family received friends Thursday evening at Bryant Funeral Home.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance, NC.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] – October 10, 2012)

Edward Lee Riggs, Sr.

REELSBORO - Edward Lee Riggs Sr., 60, died Monday, April 18, 2011, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  He worked at Krechel & Riggs & Son Mill.  He is survived by his wife, Rose Mary Riggs; his parents, Ernest Lee and Mildred Riggs of Reelsboro; two sons, Edward Lee Riggs Jr. of Alliance and Ernest Bryan Riggs Sr. of Reelsboro; two sisters, Shirley Allen of Grantsboro and Bessie Rice of Arapahoe; and three grandchildren.  A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, April 21, at Bridgeton-Purifoy Family Cemetery with the Rev. Phillip Lewis and the Rev. Billy Hacker officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday night, at Bryant Funeral Home.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - April 20, 2011)

Frank McDonald Riggs

Frank McDonald Riggs, 70, of 3408 Sheryl Dr., died Friday, April 20, 2007 at Rex Health Care. Mr. Riggs was born in Pamlico County, NC son of the late Lillie Mae Whorton Riggs and Jesse L. Riggs, Jr. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, a systems analyst for the State Computer Center and a member of Wake Cross Roads Baptist Church.  Mr. Riggs is survived by his wife, Joyce Perry Riggs; daughter, Lisa Ann Franklin and husband Kenny Lee of Wake Forest; son, Robert M. Riggs of Raleigh; brother, Jesse L. Riggs and wife Ruth of LaGrange, NC; William H. Riggs and wife Harriette of Raleigh; sister, Helen Hill of Raleigh; and one grandchild.  A Memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Monday afternoon, April 23, 2007 at Wake Cross Roads Baptist Church with Rev. Bill Bowyer officiating.  (The News & Observer - Sunday, April 22, 2007)

John D. Riggs

John D. Riggs, 88, of Akins in Craven County passed away on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24.  Mr. Riggs was a native of the Florence Community in Pamlico County and a veteran of the U.S. Navy during WWII. He retired as an aircraft mechanic and commercial fisherman. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  Surviving are his wife of 66 years, Lois Buck Riggs; three children, John D. Riggs Jr. and wife Linda of Florence, Barbara Riggs Barnhardt and husband Tony of Rockwell, and Lori Riggs Duzan and husband, Charlie of Antioch Road, New Bern; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.  A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 28 at 6 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, located on Forest Drive in Trent Woods with Bishop Brent Norman officiating.  Services are entrusted to Hardee Mortuary Service, Wilmington.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Wednesday, December 28, 2011)

Albert Franklin Roach

Albert Franklin Roach “Honey”, 95, of Reelsboro passed away Monday, June 28, 2021, at Bayview Nursing & Rehab Center.  He was a member of Reelsboro Christian Church where he previously served as a deacon and treasurer.  He retired from Carolina Telephone & Telegraph after 44 years of service.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Roach; son, Albert Franklin “Frank” Roach, Jr.; grandson, Jeffrey “Jeff” Michael Roach; and sister, Joyce Rice.  He is survived by two sons, Dennis Roach and wife, Sarah Joyce, and Daniel Scott Roach and wife, Sue; one daughter, Patricia Roach Mills and husband, Dan; two sisters, Ruth Roach Smith and Clara Alice Banks and husband, Tommy; brother-in-law, George Bennett; five grandchildren Dana Smith (Jon), Jason Roach (Tara), Greg Roach (Ellie), Heather Jones (Bryan) and Josh Mills (Jamie); and 10 great-grandchildren.  His funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 30 at Reelsboro Christian Church with the Rev. Riley Green and Rev. Mike Roach officiating. Interment will follow immediately in Sandhill Cemetery.  The family will receive friends and relatives one hour prior to the service at the church.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Betty Marie Bennett Roach

Betty Marie Bennett Roach, 81, of Reelsboro passed away Monday, July 29, 2013, at home.  She was a member of Reelsboro Christian Church. She was preceded in death by a son, Frank Roach.  She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Albert Roach; two sons, Dennis Roach and wife, Sarah, of Holly Springs and Scott Roach and wife, Sue, of Raleigh; one daughter, Patricia Mills and husband, Danny, of New Bern; brother, George Bennett of Stonewall; sister, Chaley Evans of Jacksonville, Ala; six grand-children; and five great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 31, at Reelsboro Christian Church with Dr. Bob Cayton and the Rev. Riley Greene officiating. Interment will follow immediately in Sandhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends and family one hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] – July 31, 2013)

Dan Elworth Roach

CLAYROOT - Mr. Dan Elworth Roach, 82, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2005.  The funeral service will be conducted Monday at 1:30 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Entombment will be in the mausoleum at Pinewood Memorial Park.  Mr. Roach, a native of Pamlico County, lived most of his life in the Clayroot community. He continued to make his home on the family farm throughout his life and farmed until his retirement in 1984. He was a member of the Berean Baptist Church near Ayden.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Dan and Maude Roach and a sister, Althea Venters.  Surviving, his wife of 61 years, Doris Boyd Roach; daughters, Patsy R. Forrest and husband, Ricky, of Clayroot and Sheryl R. Cayton of Black Jack; son, Bobby Roach and wife, Linda, of Hudson's Crossroads; sister, Mary Flannery of New Bern; brother-in-law, Melvin H. Boyd and wife, Doris, of Winterville; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren and 2 step-great-grandchildren.  The family will receive friends at Wilkerson Funeral Home today from 7 to 9 p.m.  Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 930-B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834 or Asera Care Hospice, P.O. Box 1645, Greenville, NC 27835.  (The Daily Reflector [Greenville, NC] - November 20, 2005)

Inez A. Robbins

Inez A. Robbins, 90, of South Pasadena, died Wednesday (Nov. 15, 1995) at Majestic Towers Health Center. Born in Pamlico County, N.C., she came here in 1984 from Coral Gables. She was a member of Pasadena Community Church and the Power Squadron in Silver Spring, Md. Survivors include two brothers, Calais Willis, Morehead City, N.C., and Dennis Willis, Arp, Texas; and three nieces, Kay Anderson, Clearwater, Karen Nobles, Morehead City, and Debbie Willis. Greensboro, N.C. Woodlawn Funeral Home, St. Petersburg.  (St. Petersburg Times [St. Petersburg, FL] - November 18, 1995; pg. 6)

Albert C. Roberts

GRANTSBORO - Albert C. Roberts, 85, died July 31, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center.  A memorial service will be held at a later date in Pamlico County.  Burial arrangements will be conducted by Oakey's Funeral Home-North Chapel, Roanoke, Va.  Local arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Monday, August 4, 2008)

Alton Elton Roberts

GRANTSBORO - Albert "Black Duck" Elton Roberts, 86, of Grantsboro, died Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center.  He was Past Master Mason of the Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 359 and also served with the Oriental Volunteer Fire Dept. for over 35 years. "Black Duck" was a member of the Friends of Portsmouth Island being one of the last residents to live there.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Norwood & Ruth Roberts and two sisters, Ellen Everett and Estelle Tosto.  He is survived by his brother, Freddie Moore Roberts of Elizabeth City; and many nieces and nephews.  His funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Monday, June 29th at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Grady Simpson officiating. Interment will follow immediately in Oriental Cemetery with masonic rites by Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 359.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Sunday, June 28th at the funeral home.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Daisybell Green Roberts

BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Daisybell Green Roberts, 77, died Monday, April 4, 2011.  She was a native of Oriental and a resident of New York since 1950.  Her funeral was held Sunday, April 10, 2011, at Rehoboth Cathedral , Brooklyn, N.Y. with the Rev. Gerald G. Seabrooks Sr. officiating.  She was survived by her mother, Marinda Green of Oriental; six daughters, Delores, Doris, Deborah, and Dale Roberts, Shirley Squires Beasley and Vicky Cooper; two sons, Bobby Roberts and Vernon Roberts; 23 grandchildren; four sisters, Mary Mattocks, Juanita Green, Mildred Squires and Laura Best.; and four brothers, Bobby Green, Billy Green, Robert Green and Teddy Green.  Arrangements were by James H. Willie Funeral Home, Brooklyn, N.Y.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – April 21, 2011)

Delta Brinson Roberts

Delta Brinson Roberts was born on August 24, 1934, at the A.C. Brinson homeplace in Baird’s Creek, North Carolina. She was baptized at, and a member of, Amity Christian Church in Grantsboro. She passed from this earth on Saturday, October 16, 2021.  Delta was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Scott and Rufus B. Brinson; husband, Thaddius Riley Roberts Sr.; daughter, Barbara Roberts; brothers, Alfred C. Brinson and Rufus B. Brinson, Jr.; and sister, Emily Brinson.  She is survived by two wonderful sons: Thaddius Riley Roberts, Jr. (Lisa) and Kevin Mack Roberts (Colleen); brother Mack Scott Brinson of California; six grandchildren Thaddius Riley Roberts III (Megan), Charles Lovelace Roberts (Blair), Caroline Elizabeth Roberts, Marianna Roberts Dunn (Robbie), Carter Thomas Roberts, and Joshua Thomas Sheppard; and the mothers of her grandchildren, Debbie Lovelace Roberts and Oscara Carter Stevick. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren: Thaddius Roberts IV, Meredith Roberts, Palmer Roberts, Ava Dunn, and Robert Dunn and many wonderful nephews and nieces.  A celebration of life will be held Thursday, October 21, at 2pm at Bryant Funeral Home in Alliance. Graveside burial will follow at Amity Christian Church in Grantsboro. Visitation will follow the graveside service.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Richard Moore Roberts, Sr.

Rev. Richard Moore Roberts, Sr., 87, of Grantsboro passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at home.  He ministered in surrounding area churches for 38 years and was a lifetime member of the Arapahoe Free Will Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar & Lillie Roberts; two grandsons, Joshua and Johnny Roberts; and sister, Betty Baldree.  He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Susie Roberts; son, Ricky Roberts and wife, Mary, of Mappsville, Va; daughter, Debbie Rowe of Grantsboro; daughter, Patricia Toler of Grantsboro; sister, Peggy Lee and husband, Mike, of Arapahoe; grandchildren, Matthew (Jen), Jennifer, Jenny, Jared, Sarah, Laura, Kamen, Genia & Morgan; and great-grandchildren, Carly, Ledarius, Ryleigh, Brayden, Sonny, Trae, Gage and Sylus.  His memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 19th at Arapahoe FWB Church with the Rev. Ricky Miller officiating.  Inurnment will be in Cayton Cemetery.  The family will receive friends and relatives immediately following the service at the church.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Susie Dixon Roberts

Susie Dixon Roberts, 86, of Grantsboro passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020, at home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny and Nettie Dixon; husband, Richard Roberts Sr.; two grandsons, Joshua and Johnny Roberts; and sister-in-law, Betty Baldree. She is survived by her son, Ricky Roberts and wife, Mary, daughters, Debbie Rowe and Patricia Toler; sister-in-law, Peggy Lee and husband, Mike; grandchildren, Matthew (Jen), Jennifer, Jenny, Jared (Cameron), Sarah, Laura, Kamen, Genia and Morgan; and great-grandchildren, Carly, Ledarius, Ryleigh, Brayden, Sonny, Trae, Gage, and Sylus. A private memorial service has been held.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Sylvia Gilgo Roberts

Sylvia Gilgo Roberts, 59, of Oriental, died Tuesday at Craven Regional Medical Center.She was a friend to many. She was a member of the Oriental United Methodist Church, Sanddollar Circle, Worship Committee and a substitute teacher for 30 years.  Funeral will be 11 a.m. Friday at Oriental United Methodist Church with Revs. Walter Graves and Stan Brown officiating.  Burial will be in Oriental Cemetery.  She is survived by her husband, Clyde Roberts Sr.; one son, Clyde Earl Roberts Jr. and wife Sandy of Wilmington; one daughter, Sheri R. Hale and husband Chris of Oriental; four brothers, Paul Gilgo of Walkertown, George Gilgo of Oriental, Jack Gilgo of Arapahoe and Jimmy Gilgo of Morehead City; four sisters, Blanche Bissette of Newport, Jane Bragg of Rocky Mount, Billie Anderson of LaGrange and Peggy Hutson of Greensboro; and one granddaughter, Kayla Ann Hale.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday night at Bryant Funeral Home and other times at the home.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - June 30, 2005)

Anna Murray Robinson

ALLIANCE - Anna Murray Robinson, 80, of Alliance passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 19, 2016.  She was a member of the Trent FWB Church, the Woodmen of the World, VFW Auxiliary, the Pamlico County Moose Lodge and Meals on Wheels.  She is survived by her husband, Wesley J. Robinson of the home; one son, Charles A. Robinson of Bayboro; one daughter, Helen M. Price of New Bern; one brother, Marvin Murray of Merritt; two sisters, Betty Arnold of Stonewall, Verdie Lee of New Bern and five grandchildren.  Her funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Scott Fitzgerald officiating.  The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, Tuesday evening February 23 at Bryant Funeral Home.  Interment will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - February 24, 2016)

Cassandra Elizabeth Smith Robinson

ORIENTAL | Cassandra Elizabeth "Cassie" Smith Robinson, 96, of Oriental, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, at Cherry Point Bay Nursing Home, Havelock.  A memorial service will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2015, at New Beginning Ministry of Faith, 30 Park Lane, Havelock.  Her funeral is noon Thursday, March 5, 2015, at Holt's Chapel AME Zion Church, 2911 Kershaw Road, Oriental. Burial will follow in the Ganus Cemetery, Arapahoe.  She was educated in Pamlico County and retired as a New York dressmaker. She was a member of Holt's Chapel AME Zion Church, Oriental.  She is survived by her siblings, the Rev. Milton Smith of Oriental, Willie Bell Jones of Brooklyn, N.Y., Wilbert Smith of Oriental, Elker Smith of Brooklyn, N.Y., Ludwell Smith of Oriental and the Rev. Stacey P. Smith Sr. of New Bern.  Viewing will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, at Oscar's Mortuary.  Viewing and visitation of friends Thursday from 11 to 11:50 a.m. at Holt's Chapel Church and other times friends will be received at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Smith, 231 Lovick Lee Road, Oriental.  Arrangements are by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Tuesday, March 3, 2015)

Herbert Wesley Robinson

Herbert Wesley Robinson, 91, recently of Savannah, GA and formerly of Naples, FL and New Bern, NC died Saturday, July 24, 2004 at Hospice Savannah.  Born in Pamlico County, North Carolina, Mr. Robinson retried as Operations Manager of Seashore Transportation Co. after 45 years of service. He was a member of the Doric Masonic Lodge No. 568, F & A.M.'s, since 1946 and a former member of Riverside United Methodist Church in New Bern, N.C. where he resided many years before moving to Naples, FL.  Mr. Robinson is survived by two daughters, Ann Benninghoff (Bill) and Linda Gail Hunter (Barrett); a step-daughter, Bonnie Johnson; two step-sons, Tom Mills and Wendell Mills; brothers, Wesley Robinson, Lesley Robinson, Daniel Robinson; a sister, Love Brittle; five grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren.  Funeral service will be held in the Chapel of the Pollock Best Funeral Home in New Bern, NC at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 26, 2004 preceded by visitation from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Burial will follow in the Cedar Grove Cemetery extension in New Bern, NC.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be given to Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.  Hubert C. Baker Funeral Home.  (Savannah Morning News [Savannah, GA] - July 25, 2004; pg. B3)

Idell Broughton Robinson

ORIENTAL - Idell Broughton Robinson, 82, of Oriental passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016, at home.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Cephus & Gertrude Broughton; five brothers, William, Randolph, Ralph, James "Skeeter" and Walter Hugh Broughton; two sisters, Della May Broughton and Bernice Murray.  She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Daniel Spruill Robinson, Sr.; sons, Daniel S. Robinson, Jr. of Kinston and Alvin Dean "Buddy" Robinson of Pace, Florida; daughter, Glenda Jean "GJ" Carawan of Bayboro; brother, Louis Broughton of Reelsboro; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.  A private graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 16th at Greenleaf Memorial Park.  The family would like to give a special "Thank You" to RN Patty Mills, RN Judy Styron, LPN Tonya Jordan, LCSW Catherine Cooper, RN Linda Pence and CNA Hilda Carmady of Hospice of Pamlico County for their care, assistance and love during Idell's Illness.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - September 15, 2016)

Jacquelyn Ann Ensley Robinson

Jacquelyn “Ann” Ensley Robinson, 66, of Raleigh, NC passed away July 6, 2013.  Born of George and Jackie Ensley and raised in Bayboro, Ann graduated from Pamlico County High School, then attended North Carolina Wesleyan College, and graduated from The Harbargers Business School in Raleigh after which she worked until retirement with the State of North Carolina Comptrollers Office. Ann, who was born July 17, 1946 is survived by her husband Tom Robinson, one daughter Lyn Hammond (James), one son Michael (Jen), three grandsons, Mike, Miles, and Matthew, her mother Jackie, two brothers Ernie Ensley and George Ensley (Cindy). Graveside service was held Tuesday July 9, 2013 at Raleigh Memorial Park, 7501 Glenwood Avenue. Memorials may be made to The American Diabetes Association.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - Wednesday, July 10, 2013)

Katie Bell Gordon Robinson

NEW BERN - Katie Bell Gordon Robinson, 87, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  She was reared in Bayboro and graduated from Pamlico County Training School. She continued her education at Pace University and became a registered nurse. Her church affiliations included St. Paul Catholic Church and Neuse Boulevard Church of God.  Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. today at Oscar's Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Robert Johnson officiating. The interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.  She is survived by her sister, Mamie Taylor of New Bern.  The family will receive friends at Oscar's Mortuary today, one hour prior to the service.  Arrangements are by Oscar's Mortuary Inc.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Sunday, December 26, 2010)

Patsy D. Robinson

ORIENTAL - Patsy D. Robinson, 72, died Monday, May 21, 2007, at Craven Regional Medical Center.  She is survived by her husband, Lesley T. Robinson; one son, Lesley “Tom” Robinson and his wife, Judy Johnston Robinson, of Ashburn, Va.; one daughter, Judy Robinson Rash of Winston-Salem; one brother, Randolph Dismuke of Big Creek, Miss.; and two grandchildren, Michelle Robinson and Christopher Robinson, USMC.  A private graveside service will be held.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Monday, May 21, 2007)

Tiffany Renee Rochelle

HOBUCKEN - Tiffany Renee Rochelle, 29, of Hobucken, passed away Monday, March 14, 2016.  She is survived by her father, Ruben Rochelle of Hobucken; her mother, Kathy Toler of New Bern; paternal grandmother, Abby Leary of Hobucken; sons, Austin & Allen Long and Alexander Rochelle; brothers, Jason Rochelle of Bridgeton, Jeremy Rochelle of Grantsboro and Shawn McNelly of Greenville; and sister, Brittany Rochelle of New Bern.  Her memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, March 19th at Firehouse Church in Reelsboro.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - March 17, 2016)

Constance Emory Rockwell

Constance "Connie" Linda Emory Rockwell of New Bern, N.C., left this earth to be with her Lord in her home surrounded by her family on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.  Born in Oriental, N.C., on July 15, 1933, to Charles and Malinda Bateman Emory, Connie spent most of her adult life helping run her and her husband's farm in Corinna, Maine, helping pick over a million dozen eggs a year. There she lived a simple life that warmly embraced the church and the nurturing of her family, before returning home to New Bern in 1982.  Connie will be remembered for the many loving years she spent serving her precious Lord, while always remembering her family and many others in prayer. She enjoyed the times spent in her husband's plane, looking at the scenery and fall foliage. She spent many hours working on the farm, and found such joy in caring for her children and grandchildren. Most of all she will be remembered for the unwavering love that accompanied every action, word and thought for those in her life. She was very self-sacrificing and was always giving and caring for others.  She was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church.  She is survived by her husband of almost 61 years, Edgar Rockwell; sons, Eddie and Daniel; daughters, Lisa Parker and Wendy Waters; nine grandchildren: Sherri Nobles, Terri Martin, Valerie Dawson, Angela Foley, Garrett and Amanda Waters, Joshua Rockwell, Sam Rockwell and Juanita Pringle; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson; and four sisters, Inez Riley, Sara Purington, Beulah Duke and Annette Earp. Her family represents her indelible contribution to this world.  Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Greenleaf Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday between 5:30 and 7 p.m., just prior to the service.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - January 10, 2013)

Billy Raeford Rogers

REELSBORO - Billy Raeford Rogers, 77, of Reelsboro, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  He was retired from PCS Phosphate with 30 years of service, he was a member of Arapahoe Masonic Lodge #479 AF & AM and Scottish Rite and Sudan Temple Shriners.  He is survived by his wife, Carol Rogers of the home; one sister, Virginia R. Melvin; sister-in-law Jean Rogers and several nieces and nephews.  His funeral service will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 4, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with Millie Rice officiating.  Interment will follow at New Bethlehem FWB Church Cemetery with Masonic Rites.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance, NC.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Darrell Wayne Rogers, Jr.

ALLIANCE - Darrell "DJ" Wayne Rogers Jr., 31, of Alliance, born June 5, 1986, passed away on November 17, 2017.  DJ was known by many for his wit and smile and his ability to bring out a smile or laugh from those around him. He had a huge heart and was passionate about the needs of others. He was always free with his warm hugs that would just melt right into your soul. He was very artistic and creative with the ability to vision and bring out the beauty in simple things. He was a very good cook. He loved being outdoors fishing and throwing his cast net for shrimp. Sadly, a few bad choices in life kept him from reaching his full potential, but he was our Dj and we loved our Dj. He will always be loved and missed.  He was preceded in death by his cousin Heather Woolard; paternal grandfather, Walter Rogers; maternal grandmother, Donna Spain. He is survived by his mother, Yvette McNeil Rogers of Alliance; his father, Darrell "Buddy" Rogers of Alliance; sisters, Amy Rogers Burton of Aurora and Brandy Rogers of Alliance; grandmother, Jean Alfred Rogers of Bayboro; nephews, Nicholas, Jacob and Ben Burton, Jerrick Johnson and John Paul Newton, Jr. There will be no services but the family appreciates and treasures the sharing of pictures or memories of DJ.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Kay W. Rogers

ORIENTAL - Kay W. Rogers, 71, died Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  She was a certified financial planner, an enrolled agent to practice before IRS and a real estate broker under the Texas Department of Real Estate. In Oriental, she was a member of PAWS, a director and accountant for Village Gallery in Oriental, member of Sailing Club of Oriental (SCOO) and member of the Oriental Ladies Club.  She is survived by her husband, Harry "Buddy" Rogers; one son, John Worthington of Auburn, Calif.; one stepdaughter, Paige Groen of Houston, Texas; three grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.  A private memorial for family and friends will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Friday, August 27, 2010)

George Dennis Rolison

ALLIANCE - George Dennis Rolison, 70, oldest son of Mrs. Audrey Rolison of New Bern, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2017.  A funeral mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 13th at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 3005 Country Club Rd., New Bern. Inurnment will follow in Sandhill Cemetery, Reelsboro.  Survivors include his mother and four brothers, Barry, Jerry, Michael & Kevin; three sisters-in-law; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Dennis worked at Hatteras Yachts as a master craftsman for 23 years and worked as a self-employed craftsman after.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.

Harold Thomas Rolison

GRANTSBORO - Harold Thomas Rolison, 75, of Scott Store Road, died Tuesday, May 12, 2009, at Carolina East Medical Center.  He was a member and deacon of New Bethlehem Free Will Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  He was preceded in death by his grandson, Justin Bryan Fornes.  He is survived by his wife, Mary P. Rolison; two daughters, Martha Gaskins and husband, Tim, of Grantsboro and Jenny Fornes and husband, Dale, of Grantsboro; one brother, Edward Rolison and wife, Josephine, of Dover, Del.; five grandchildren, Jennifer Doucette and husband, Michael, Kristen McFadden and husband, Todd, Warren Fornes, Jarod Fornes and Teresa Wiley and husband, Jamey; and four great-grandchildren, Jordon and Jacob Wiley, Trevor McFadden and Aiden Doucette.  A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 14, at New Bethlehem Free Will Baptist Church, with the Rev. Jesse Crisp officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, at Bryant Funeral Home.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Saturday, May 16, 2009)

Irene Rolison

NEW BERN - Irene Rolison, 75, died Thursday, March 15, 2012 at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She had worked for 25 years at the Pak-A-Sak grocery store in New Bern and was a member of The Church of God in Bridgeton.   Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at Pollock-Best Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Jerry Wimer officiating. Interment will follow at Sandhill Cemetery in Reelsboro.   She is survived by her two sons, Monnie D. Rolison Jr. of New Bern and David Wayne Rolison of New Bern; one brother, Vernon Rolison of Fountain; two sisters, Esther Hardison of New Bern and Joyce Fornes of New Bern; four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.   The family will receive friends just prior to the funeral from 12 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home.   Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals & Cremations.   (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Wednesday, March 21, 2012)

Joseph S. Rolison

Mr. Joseph S. Rolison, 81, of 10117-F Oakbrook Dr. died Aug. 3, 1989, at Mercy South Hospital. Funeral is 2:15 p.m. today at Williams-Dearborn Funeral Home, Matthews. Burial will be in Forest Lawn East Cemetery, Matthews. Visitation is 12:30 to 2 p.m. today.  Mr. Rolison, a Pamlico native, was a real estate broker and communications consultant. He formerly worked for New York Telephone Co. He was a member of the Bergenfield, N.J., Masonic Lodge.  Survivors are his wife, Elsie; sons, Frederick Rolison of Chicago, Robert Rolison; four grandchildren.  Memorials can be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association, 5501 Executive Center Dr., Suite 109, Charlotte, N.C. 28212.  (The Charlotte Observer [Charlotte, NC] - August 5, 1989; pg. C6)

Mary Pipkin Rolison

GRANTSBORO - Mary Pipkin Rolison, 76, died Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, at home.  She was a devoted member of New Bethlehem Free Will Baptist Church and was the church pianist for 40 years.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Thomas Rolison and grandson, Justin Fornes.  She is survived by her two daughters, Martha Rolison Gaskins and husband Tim, and Jenny Rolison Fornes and husband Dale, both of Grantsboro; five grandchildren, Jennifer Doucette and husband Michael, Kristen McFadden and husband Todd, Warren Fornes, Jarod Fornes and Teresa Wiley and husband Jamey; great-grandchildren, Trevor McFadden, Aiden Doucette, Jordan Wiley and Jacob Wiley.  A funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 3, at New Bethlehem Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Jesse Crisp and the Rev. Michael Roach officiating. Internment to follow immediately in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday night at the church.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.   (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Wednesday, November 2, 2011)

Carol Yvonne Rose

BAYBORO - Carol Yvonne Rose, 44, died Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at Duke Medical Center.  She is survived by her son, Thomas Hardy of Fort Bragg; two daughters, Amber Powers of Reelsboro and Chelsey Bland of Bayboro; her parents, Olas and Betsy Rose of Wendell; brother, David Rose of Chocowinity; and five grandchildren.  Her funeral will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 8, at Bridgeton Pentecostal Holiness Church with the Rev. Kenneth Dixon officiating. Interment will follow immediately in Oriental cemetery.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Wednesday, December 7, 2011)

Christopher Lee Rose

Christopher Lee Rose, 49, of Cape May, N.J., died Monday, Feb. 18, 2008, at Cape Regional Medical Center.  He graduated from Pamlico County High School in 1976 and was a commercial fisherman on the Kathy Rose.  The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 22, 2008, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Charles Hardison and the Rev. John Mark Windley officiating. Burial will be in Celestial Memorial Gardens in Vandemere.   He is survived by his mother, Margaret Rose of Vandemere; his wife, Toni Rose; three sons, Josh Grassi, Christopher Rose and Jamie Rose; and one brother, Benny Rose Jr., all of Cape May, N.J.   The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.   Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - February 19, 2008)

Ima Dew Voliva Rose

Ima Dew Rose, 90, of Jacksonville, NC, passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021, at Onslow Memorial Hospital, Jacksonville.  Ima was born in Pamlico County, NC on March 30, 1931, to the late Joseph Pickett and Barzilla Clark Voliva.  She married John Charles Rose, who survives.  She was a homemaker who loved her family, meeting new people, and traveling.  She was the proud wife of a retired US Marine and a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Coastal Carolina State Veteran Cemetery, 110 Montford Landing Rd., Jacksonville, NC  28540.   In addition to her husband, Ima is survived by two daughters, MiSook “Missy” Yaris (Joseph) of Oceanside, CA, and Lisa Rose of Jacksonville, NC; three grandchildren, Sharon Yaris Pascual, John Yaris, and Patrick Yaris; and two great-grandchildren, Jordyn Yoona Pascual and Jaquelynn Joli Yaris.  She was preceded in death by four brothers, Henry Voliva, Bradford Voliva, Albert Voliva, and Joseph Benjamin Voliva; and one sister, Doris V. Foster.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  (Bryan Funeral Home)

Olaf Vernon Rose

BAYBORO - Olaf Vernon Rose, 85, of Bayboro died Saturday at Craven Regional Medical Center. A funeral service is planned for Tuesday, 11 am, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Revs. Kenneth Dixon and Garland Holliday officiating with burial in Lowland Community Cemetery.  He is survived by his widow, Dorothy Rose; son, O.V. Rose, Jr. of Wendell; daughter, Wanda Brothers Atkinson of New Bern; sister, Ellen Holbrook of Camden, Ohio; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - April 2005)

Delmer E. Ross
[Nov, 18, 1926 - Nov. 3, 2001]
[From the private collection of William Odell Spain held by Janet Orndorff]
(Unknown newspaper - Nov. 2001)

Israel Calvin Ross

Israel Calvin Ross, 31, of Lowland passed away Monday, August 5, 2019.  He is survived by his parents, Wesley C. Ross and Alice D. Ross; brother, Lee Daughety (Amy); sister, Zoe Ross Bennett (Edward “Bud”); and nieces, Hunter, Chasity & Chloe.  His memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 10 at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Phillip Lewis officiating.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Lillie H. Ross

Lillie H. Ross, 86, of Grantsboro, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  She was a member of Rock of Zion Free Will Baptist Church. She was dearly loved by her family and friends and will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Snodie Hodges & Minnie Hodges; her husband, Forest Hardison and Delmer "Bob" Ross; granddaughter, Lisa Styron; and grandson, Landon Stark.  She is survived by her sons, William and Steve Hardison; daughters, Ann Sadler and June Tripp; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.  Her funeral will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, July 12th at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ray Lewis officiating. Interment will follow immediately in Paul Cemetery, Arapahoe.  The family will receive friends and relatives one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - Thursday, July 12, 2018)

Stella Irene Hopkins Ross

Stella H. Ross, age 76, longtime resident of Lowland, passed away on December 21, 2021 at CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern.  Stella Irene Hopkins was born on June 6, 1945, in Lowland, NC to Wiley and Amy (Leary) Hopkins. She attended High School in Pamlico County. She proudly graduated Valedictorian of Class of 1963! Stella was born and raised in Lowland, where she chose to reside and make her permanent home to start her family. She was one of ten siblings, all of which would say she was the “mother hen” to them all. Stella was strong, compassionate, and selfless. Ensuring her loved ones were taken care of and spending time with them brought her the most joy. She spent 43 years employed at PCS Phosphate before retiring in 2008, where she was known as a very hard worker and missed by everyone when leaving. She was so easy to love, as there was no stranger to her and no one she wouldn’t treat as her own. She was a friend to all. Her family was most dear to her, and she was most dear to them. A few of the many other things she enjoyed were reading her bible, planting in her garden, decorating for Christmas, and cooking. Cooking was one of her many ways of expressing her love, and no one would ever leave hungry from her home. She had a heart of gold and was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, wife, and sister. She made a lasting mark on everyone in her life and will be sincerely missed by all.  A Graveside Service will be held at Watson Cemetery in Lowland on Thursday, December 23, 2021. Mr.. Phillip Lewis will officiate her service on Thursday.  Friends and family are invited to join the family at Steve and Stella’s home for light refreshments following the service.  Stella was preceded in death by her late husband, Mack Williams Hopkins Jr,; Parents, Wiley and Amy Hopkins; Siblings, Becton Hopkins, Wilson Hopkins, Vernon Hopkins, Ray Hopkins, and Thora Brothers.  She is survived by her husband: Steve M. Ross; child: Jeffrey Hopkins; grandchild: Meagan Hopkins; Siblings: Trula Tunstall, Sylvia Buck, Jackie Lowder, and Bud Hopkins.  Arrangements are with Bryant Funeral Home in Alliance.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Vance L. Ross

KILL DEVIL HILLS -- Vance L. Ross, 76, of Kill Devil Hills, NC died Thursday, September 12, 2002, in an Elizabeth City hospital.  Mr. Ross, born in Bath, NC, was a commercial fisherman until moving to Nags Head in the late 1940s. He managed the Colonial Inn Motel and Outer Banks Motor Lodge until he retired in 1988. After retirement, he went back to commercial fishing until his death.  He was a charter member of the Nags Head Fire Department and served as President and Vice President. He helped build the first fire station in Nags Head and served on the Board of Adjustments and Planning Board for Nags Head. He was the widower of the late Mildred Jarvis Ross. Mr. Ross is survived by two daughters, Amber Carawan and husband, Cleron, of Wanchese, NC, April Buske and husband, Paul, of Kill Devil Hills, NC; a son, Donnie Ross and wife, Donna, of Kill Devil Hills, NC; a sister, Iva Lange of Elizabeth City, NC; two brothers, Bobby Ross of Virginia Beach, VA, and Junior Ross of Columbus, GA; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo, on Sunday, September 15, 2002, with the Rev. Herbert Hemmingway officiating.  Burial was at the Lowland Community Cemetery, Lowland, NC, on Monday.  The family will receive friends at the residence at 104 St. Clair Road, Baum Bay, Kill Devil Hills.  Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo, is handling arrangements.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - September 19, 2002)

Marvin Earl Rouse

ORIENTAL - Marvin Earl Rouse, 62, of Oriental, a long time resident of Pitt County passed away Monday, April 18, 2016 at home. He was a long time employee of Quality Millwright & Welding.  He loved his family and love to hunt, fish and search for arrowheads whenever he could.  He was preceded in death by his father, Samuel Marvin Rouse and sister, Peggy R. Cannon.  He is survived by his wife, Peggy Rouse; mother, Georgia Rouse Mills; sons, Jimmie Rouse of Ayden and children Matthew, Alyssa and Jacob Rouse and son Chistopher "Bryan" Rouse and wife Sheri Riggs of Grifton and children Madison and Chelsie Rouse; daughters Jessica Rouse of Wilmington, Peggy Ann Rouse and Ashley Rouse of Reelsboro; step-daughter, Kimberly Adams of Alliance; brothers Eugene and Robert Rouse of Ayden and Steve Rouse of Greenville; sisters, Louise O'Neal of Ayden and Tracy Harrell of Greenville and 10 other grandchildren.  A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 21, 2016.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance.   (The Daily Reflector - Thursday, April 21, 2016)

Alva Feta Rowe

Alva Feta Rowe, 83, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, July 17, 2003. She was born and lived her life in Lowland, North Carolina.  Her last three years, she enjoyed in Britthaven Nursing Home in Alliance. Her life was one devoted to being a mother to her four children and a loving wife to the late Blain Sylvester Rowe.  Her children are: Jesse Orvic Rowe of Snohomish, Washington, Samuel Langston Rowe of Juneau, Alaska, Blaney Rowe of Arapahoe, North Carolina and Feta Ann Webb of Port Richey, Florida. There are 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Frances Bruce of Hudson Falls, New York.  The family had a visitation on Sunday, July 20 from 6 pm to 8 pm at New Life Praise and Worship Ministries in Grantsboro, North Carolina.  A graveside service was held Monday, July 21, 4 pm, in the Watson Cemetery in Lowland.  Funeral arrangements are being taken care of by Bryant Funeral Home in Alliance, North Carolina.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - July 2003)

H. L. Rowe

BAYBORO - H.L. Rowe, 80, died Tuesday, April 12 at Craven Regional Medical Center. A funeral service was held Thursday, April 14, 11 am, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Owen Peele and the Rev. Robert Yates officiating. Burial was in Celestial Memorial Gardens in Vandemere.  He was a member of Mt. Zion Free Will Baptist Church, Gideons, Bayboro Masonic Lodge #331 and worked as a dairy farmer.  He is survived by his wife, Selma P. Rowe; two sons, Roger N. Rowe of New Bern and Lawrence A. Rowe of Bayboro; two daughters, Barbara R. Walker of Bayboro and Lori R. Tyndall of Alliance; two sisters, Trixie R. Potter of Alliance and Phoebe R. Barnette of New Bern; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.  Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance.  (The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - April 2005)

Hannah Jewell Rowe
[Aug. 18, 1898 - Dec. 31, 1998]
[From the private collection of William Odell Spain held by Janet Orndorff]
(The Pamlico News [Oriental, NC] - Jan. 13, 1999; pg. 18)

Lawrence Alan Rowe

Lawrence Alan Rowe, 65, of Bayboro passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC.  He is a member of Mt. Zion OFWB Church. Lawrence loved photographing wildlife and nature. Besides his beautiful nature picture postings, he was also known for his corny jokes.  He was an avid Carolina Tarheel fan.  Lawrence retired from Hardison Tire after 25+ years of service.  He was preceded in death by his father, H.L. Rowe and sister, Barbara Walker.  He is survived by his mother, Selma Rowe; sister, Lori Tyndall and husband, Donald; nieces, DeOnna Walker (Ricardo) and Erica Altman (Andy); nephews, Duffy Walker and Christopher Walker; great nephew, Ricky; and great nieces, Hannah and Emma.  A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 2 at Celestial Memorial Gardens, Cash Corner, with the Rev. Owen Peele officiating.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Lewis Ray Rowe

ALLIANCE - Lewis Ray Rowe, 69, died July 10, 2016 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville. He was born September 25, 1946 in Alliance, NC.  He is survived by his daughter, Tina Wiggins of Mesic, NC, daughter-in-law, Ashley Rowe of Graham, NC, four grandsons, Sean Wiggins of Mesic, NC, Jacob Rowe, Joshua Rowe and Jack Rowe, all of Graham, NC; brothers & sisters, Harvey and Tracy Rowe of Bellevue, NE, Dorothy and Eddie Wynn of New Bern, Wanda and Henry Gaskins of New Bern, and Bruce and Jilayne Rowe of New Bern; nieces & nephews, Alison and Darrell Rutherford of Papillion, NE, Jennifer Rowe and Rod Schultz of San Francisco, CA, Mary and Peter Clark of New Bern, Vonda and Billy Wiseman of Greenville, NC, Eddie and Cathy Wynn of New Bern, Crystal and Jeff Collins of New Bern, and Lauren Rowe of Bellevue, NE, 11 great nieces and nephews; and good friend, Pete Shearon.  He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mearidth Rowe; wife, Faye Rowe; and son, Jamie Rowe.  Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 15th, at Bryant Funeral Home in Alliance.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

 Naomo Lou Harvill Royal

Naomi Lou Harvill Royal, 72, of grantsboro, passed away Friday, October 8, 2021, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Emerson Royal, Sr.; brothers: Bruce and Taymomd Harvill; and sister, Wanda Williams.  She is survived by her children, Walter Royal, Jr. (Echo), Letitia Carter (Ron). Stephen Royal (Jessica), and Laura Gysbers (Derick); brother Donald Harvill; sister, Faye Hodges; 19 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.  A private Celebration of Life will be announced for her and her husband at a later date.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Walter Emerson Royal, Sr.

Walter Emerson Royal, Sr., 75, of Grantsboro, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.  He is survived by his wife, Naomi Royal; children, Walter Royal, Jr. (Echo), Letitia Carter (Ron). Stephen Royal (Jessica), and Laura Gysbers (Derick); brothers: Benjamin Royal and Ernie Royal (Tammy); sisters: Joanne Bass and Anna Hodges; 19 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.  A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  (Bryant Funeral Home)

Sarah Pugh Russell

Sarah P. Russell, 88, of Chesapeake, VA, passed away October 1, 2018.  Born in Oriental, NC, she was the daughter of the late John and Edith Pugh and the widow of Ralph R. Russell. She retired as a Business Manager from C&P Telephone Company.  Left to cherish her memory: her son, Gary E. Russell; grandchildren, Lisa Butcher and her husband, David, Megan Rudd, and Shelby Winn; and great-grandchildren, Daniel, Hannah, Bailey, Dalton, and Hayley.  A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel.  (Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home)

Marilyn Krieger Ryen

ORIENTAL - Marilyn Krieger Ryen, 81, of Oriental, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 23, 2015.  She graduated high school at age 16, worked until age 26, and began combining work and school attaining a Bachelor's degree in nursing, a Master's degree in Environmental Health and Safety and a PHD in the same field. She was a member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church and the church Women's Association, she volunteered at the Hope Clinic for nine years, was an active boater, traveled extensively to more than 80 countries and all 7 continents.  She is survived by her husband, George D. Link of 15 years of the home; and one sister, Margaret Fauci of Punta Gorda, Fla.  A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, December 29, at St. Thomas Episcopal Church with the Rev. Jeremiah Day officiating.  The family will receive friends at 7:30 PM Monday evening, December 28, at the church.  Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home and Crematory, Alliance.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] - December 24, 2015)