Beaufort Co., NC Obituaries

Beaufort County Obituaries

Evelyn Miller Hodges Inabinett
Evelyn Miller Hodges Inabinett departed her earthly home for her eternal home on January 24, 2021. She was most loved by her daughter, Chris Thompson (Art); her grandchildren, Michelle Redinger (John), Justin Leggett (Karen), Elizabeth Hodges (Mandy), and Jenna Leissner (Richard); and her great grandchildren, Ashley Redinger, Latham Redinger, Ridge Hodges, Jack Leissner, Mary Walter Leissner, Parker Leggett and Jacob Leggett. She treasured the love of her sister, Janice Miller, her sister in law, Edna Miller, her special nieces and nephews, and her dear cousins. Her abundance of friends were truly a gift in her life. Her children by marriage added more love to her life, Laura Gage (Michael), Mark Inabinett (Christy), and Marian Inabinett; grandchildren Emily Martin (Josh), Matthew Inabinett and Caty Inabinett; great grandchildren, Hayden Martin and Carly Martin. She was preceded in death by her son, Clifton Keith Hodges, who brought her much joy during his life and left a hole in her heart when he passed, and by her brother, Kenneth Miller. Her family will always cherish how she “Loved us better.” Evelyn was born to the late Ina Hand and Joe Tolbert Miller on February 10, 1925 in Fort Meyers, Florida. She had an adventurous childhood traveling about with family for her father’s profession in construction. After attending numerous schools in different cities, her family settled down in Washington, NC where Evelyn graduated high school in 1943. Washington and education never left Evelyn’s heart as she started her own family with her late husband, Clifton Hodges. Evelyn raised her two children, Keith and Chris while remaining in the education system as a teaching assistant. Evelyn later married Charles Inabinett and together they shared many happy years prior to his death in 1997. The most important thing in Evelyn’s life was her Lord and Savior. She was a true prayer warrior and felt it a privilege to make prayer calls for others. She left us with many notebooks full of those prayers. Her love of FBC and its members was an example to us all. She served her church in many ways but was most honored to be a deacon. Another major event was a mission trip with her church to Swaziland, Africa when Evelyn was 81 years old. Her love for the Swazi people remained with her forever. Please read one of her favorite scriptures from Psalm 139 in KJV as you join us in remembering her wonderful legacy. A graveside memorial service for Evelyn will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 2 pm at Oakdale Cemetery in Washington, NC. The service will be delivered by Dr. Greg Barmer of First Baptist Church, Washington, NC. Arrangements are with Paul Funeral Home, 900 John Small Avenue, Washington, NC. (Paul Funeral Home)
Agnes Maize Roberson Ingalls
Mrs. Agnes Maize Roberson Ingalls, age 94, a former resident of Cherry Run Road, died Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at River Trace Nursing Home in Washington. Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, November 1, 2014 at Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. Clifford Ball. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens. The men of Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church will serve as pallbearers. Mrs. Ingalls was born in Beaufort County on November 22, 1919. She was the daughter of the late Noah Don Roberson and Arudel Williams Roberson. Mrs. Ingalls was a homemaker. She was a member of Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church and past member of the Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. Ingalls was married to Bonnie Ingalls, who preceded her in death. She is survived by two sister-in-laws, Goldie Roberson and Betty Roberson Waters both of Washington and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Ingalls was preceded in death by three brothers, Ray Roberson, Jay Roberson and Jimmy Roberson and two sisters, Gladys Mizelle and Byrle Allcox. The family will receive friends from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Friday, October 31, 2014 at Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church. Paul Funeral Home and Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Ingalls family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Thursday, October 30, 2014)

David Wayne Ingalls

Mr. David “Wayne” Ingalls, age 47, a resident of 75 Bradley Lane, Washington, died Sunday May 4, 2008 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville. Graveside services will be held 1:00 pm Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at Oakdale Cemetery, Washington. The following will serve as pallbearers: Jeffrey Williams, Charles Williams, Tony Ingalls, Taylor Ball, Justin Elks and Mike Peede. Mr. Ingalls was born in Beaufort County on April 18, 1961. He was the son of Dillon Woolard Ingalls and Janet Silverthorne Ingalls. Mr. Ingalls was a cable splicer for Lambert’s Cable Splicing. He loved hunting, fishing, NASCAR, and the Dallas Cowboys. Mr. Ingalls is survived by his wife, Cynthia Bridgeman of the home; his parents, Dillon Ingalls and Janet Ingalls both of Washington; a daughter, Misty Ingalls of Greenville; two step daughters, Kristen Bridgeman of Washington, Samantha Bridgeman of the home; two grandchildren; a step granddaughter; a brother, Tony Wayne Ingalls of Pinetown; a sister, Tammy Ingalls Litchfield of Washington; and a special cousin, Earlene Peede of Washington. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at Paul Funeral Home, Washington and other times of the home of his mother, Janet Ingalls, 707 East 5th Street, Washington. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Ingalls family. (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Wednesday, May 7, 2008)

Elmer Eugene Ingalls
Mr. Elmer Eugene “Gene” Ingalls, age 70, a resident of 1255 Cowell Farm Road, Washington, died Sunday, January 29, 2017 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 1, 2017 from the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory, conducted by Travis Boyd. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. The following will serve as pallbearers: Ricky Leggett, Daryl Holland, Kip Roberson, Josh Roberson, Barry Ingalls, and Johnny Matkins. Mr. Ingalls was born in Beaufort County on January 5, 1947. He was the son of the late Elmer McCoy Ingalls and Irmadell Boyd Ingalls. Mr. Ingalls was a retired security guard. He attended Faith Free Will Baptist Church. In his spare time, Mr. Ingalls enjoyed spending time on his tractor on the farm and tending a garden as long as his health permitted. Mr. Ingalls is survived by two sisters, Diane Langley of Chocowinity, Helen Cutler of Deep River, CT; one brother, McCoy Ingalls of Canton, GA; aunt, Janet Tolston of Greenville; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Ingalls was preceded in death by his son, Jodie E. Ingalls, March 2, 2000. The family will receive friends from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington and other times at the home of his sister, Diane Langley, 146 Edgewood Drive, Chocowinity. Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Ingalls family. (Paul Funeral Home)
Herman LaVerre Ingalls

Herman LaVerre Ingalls, age 48, of 2808 S. Grimesland Bridge Road, Grimesland, N.C., passed away in the late afternoon of Friday, June 30, 2006. Funeral services will be held at Paul Funeral Home of Washington on Monday, July 3, 2006, at 11 a.m. Herman will be laid to rest at Oakdale Cemetery in Washington. Herman was born Nov. 30, 1957, to Alton LaVerre Ingalls and Betty Lou Woolard Ingalls, who reside in Washington, N.C. On June 17, 1978, he married Debbie Louise Stallings. He served his country in the United States Navy and has been employed with Ingalls & Associates for 30 years as the head of graphic design and customer relations. In addition to coaching for many years of both Babe Ruth regular and All-Star seasons for Pitt and Beaufort County, he was the 2004 junior varsity head coach and 2005 varsity assistant coach for Washington High School and the 2006 varsity assistant coach for Southside High School. In continuing his love for baseball, he opened The Cage, an indoor hitting and pitching facility, in Washington in November of 2004. He was also a member of the Grimesland Masonic Lodge, as well as a member of Black Jack Original Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to his wife and parents, his family includes his daughter, Jennifer Logan Ingalls of Forth Worth, Texas; and his son, Greysen Lloyd Ingalls of Grimesland; two sisters, Linda Lou Ingalls of Washington and Nichole Louann Cross of Grimesland; and one brother, Derrick LaVerre Ingalls of Washington. Visitation will be held at Paul Funeral Home of Washington from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 2, 2006. The family will also be receiving friends at their home of 2808 S. Grimesland Beach Road, as well as the home of Alton and Betty Lou Ingalls. 220 E. Main St., Washington. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Sunday, July 2, 2006)

L. J. Ingalls

Mr. L. J. Ingalls, 86, of 841 Old Blounts Creek Road, Chocowinity, died Saturday evening, March 18, 2006, at his home. Funeral services with military honors will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday from the chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington, with the Rev. Henry Horne and Rev. Roger Tripp officiating. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens. The following will serve as active pallbearers: Brett Ingalls, Grady Ingalls, Snowdy Carrow, Jimmy Stokes, John Hill and Alan Brooks. Rusty Carrow, Billy Boyd, Tommy Boyd and Leslie Paramore will serve as honorary pallbearers. Mr. Ingalls was born in Pitt County on Dec. 15, 1919. He was the son of the late William McCoy Ingalls and Maggie Hardison Ingalls. Mr. Ingalls was a retired farmer. He served in the Army during World War II as a member of the 82nd Airborne division, 507th Parachute Infantry Unit. Mr. Ingalls was a machine gunner who jumped at Normandy and saw combat during the Battle of the Bulge. He received two Bronze Battle Stars for his service. He was married to the former Ramona Lee Hardison, who survives. He was a member of the Old Cove Hunting Club and Union Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. Surviving with his wife are two sons, Barry Ingalls and his wife, Linda, of Chocowinity and Terry Ingalls and his wife, Esther, of Robersonville; six grandchildren, Shellie Ingalls, Brett Ingalls, Hollie Jones, Jana Ingalls, Jackson Ingalls and Kristin Ingalls; and two great-grandchildren, Hannah Jones and Nathan Cutler. Mr. Ingalls was preceded in death by a son, Garry J. Ingalls; a daughter, Ninette Ingalls; four brothers, Gotha Ingalls, Elmer Ingalls, John Gray Ingalls and Bonnie Ingalls; and three sisters, Belle Whitehurst, Eva Ingalls and Kathleen Ingalls. The family will receive friends tonight from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Paul Funeral Home, Washington, and other times at his home, 841 Old Blounts Creek Road, Chocowinity. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Ingalls family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – March 20, 2006)

Ramona Hardison Ingalls

Mrs. Ramona Hardison Ingalls, 85, of 841 Old Blounts Creek Road, Chocowinity, NC died Monday morning, October 13, 2014, at her home. A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Thursday October 16, 2014 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington officiated by Rev. Henry Horne and Rev. Roger Tripp. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends 1:00 PM until the funeral hour on Thursday October 16, 2014 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington and other times at the home of Mrs. Ingalls’ son: Barry Ingalls, 792 Old Blounts Creek Road, Chocowinity. Mrs. Ingalls was born in Beaufort County on May 22, 1929, daughter of the late Ernest Hertford Hardison, Sr. and the late Alla Nobles Hardison. She attended Chocowinity High School and later married L.J. Ingalls who preceded her in death on March 18, 2006. Mrs. Ingalls and her husband were tobacco farmers in Beaufort County for over thirty-five years. She was a homemaker who enjoyed gardening, cooking and reading. She was a faithful member of Union Chapel Free Will Baptist Church where she was a member of the Senior Adult Sunday School Class. Her faith was strong and her greatest goal in life was that all of her family would come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Through her Christian example, she was successful. Survivors include two sons: Barry Ingalls and his wife Linda of Chocowinity and Terry Ingalls and his wife Esther of Robersonville; six grandchildren: Shellie Ingalls, Brett Ingalls, Hollie Jones, Jana Hall, Jackson Ingalls and Kristin Ingalls and three great-grandchildren: Hannah Jones, Nathan Cutler and Ensley Ingalls. Mrs. Ingalls was preceded in death by her husband L.J. Ingalls; a son: Garry J. Ingalls; a daughter: Ninette Ingalls and three brothers: John T. Hardison, Ernest Hertford Hardison and Herbert Hillary Hardison. Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Ingalls family. (Paul Funeral Home)

Tony Wayne Ingalls
Tony Wayne Ingalls a resident of Washington, NC passed away Friday, July 17, 2020 at 7:43pm at home in Washington, NC. Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, July 23, 2020 at Washington Assembly of God officiated by Pastor Lee Hendricks. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery in Washington. Pallbearers will be Simon Wells, Zach Harper, Harvey Tripp, Nathan Grooms, Robert Lavictorie and Randy Jackson. Tony was born in Pitt County to Janet Silverthorne Ingalls and Dillion Ingalls on June 26, 1972. Tony, aka Tony the Tiger, was passionate about basketball and spread a lot of joy to many people on and off the court. Many played the game at Oakdale Courts with Tony. Tony is survived by his wife: Sherri Fox Ingalls and daughters: Brittney Tripp and husband Harvey Tripp, Candace Ingalls and partner Nathan Grooms, Toni Shay Ingalls-Harper and husband Zach Harper, and his son: Carson Wayne Ingalls, step-children: Hailee Boyd and Casey Boyd, two grandchildren: Alannah and Wyatt Tripp and sister: Tammy LaVictorie and husband Robert, aunt: Brenda Apple, mother and father in law: Martha and Butch Fox and niece: Misty Ingalls. Tony had a very loving and supportive extended family to include Tracy Cuss Cale, Sayre Hopkins, Sylvia Waters, Amanda Holland Jackson and Angie, Simon and Brodie Wells. Tony was preceded in death by Charles Williams, Florence Silverthorne, Joyce Ann Winstead and his brother David Wayne Ingalls. Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Director Licensee of Washington is serving the Ingalls family. (Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Home)
James E. Ingold, Sr.

Mr. James E. “Jimmy” Ingold, Sr., of 3007 Pickett Road, died Sunday night at the VA Medical Center. Mr. Ingold was born in Washington, NC. and raised in Durham. He attended the Durham Public Schools. Mr. Ingold was employed with Ingold Tire and was a Deputy Sheriff in Durham. He was encouraged by Footsie Knight to begin officiating and was very active as a referee and umpire for many sports in various church and city leagues, including the ACC Conference for baseball. Mr. Ingold's approach to officiating was one of a kind, gentle manner. He knew that the sport was for the teams and the fans, and he encouraged young people to follow his example. Years ago, he was the VP of Durham Professional Baseball. He was a member of Durham Masonic Lodge #352, Yates Baptist Church and the Osborne Daniel Sunday School Class. He was predeceased by his wife, Mildred Correll Ingold. Mr. Ingold is survived by his children, daughter, Mary Ingold Pickett of Durham; son, Jack Ingold of Durham; daughter, Barbara Ann Barbee of Bear, DE; and many grandchildren. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 1, at 2:00 p.m. at Yates Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. C. Ronald Cumbie. Burial with Masonic Rites to follow at Maplewood Cemetery. The family will receive visitors Tuesday night from 7-9 p.m. at Howerton-Bryan Funeral Home. (The Herald-Sun (Durham, NC) – March 31, 1998; pg. C2)

Billy Earl Ipock

Mr. Billy Earl Ipock, age 69, a resident of Chocowinity, NC died Sunday August 27, 2017 at his home. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM Thursday August 31, 2017 at Pinetown Church of Christ and will be officiated by Marty Alligood. Mr. Ipock was born in Beaufort County on December 3, 1947 to the late Clyde Jackson Ipock and Hazel Woolard Ipock. He was a graduate of Bath High School. Mr. Ipock loved to go fishing, hunting going to eat Hardee’s Sausage Biscuits and going to church. He also enjoyed Western movies, John Wayne and James Bond. Mr. Ipock was known as a people person and loved to go and talk. Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Ipock family. (Paul Funeral Home)
Lou Pinkham Ireland
Mrs. Lou Pinkham Ireland, age 83, a resident of Dan Taylor Road, Washington, died Saturday, April 2, 2022, at her home. Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Monday, April 4, 2022, at Oakdale Cemetery, Washington, conducted by Pastor Travis Boyd. Mrs. Ireland was born in Beaufort County on October 19, 1938. She was the daughter of the late William Leatus Pinkham and Lucille Davenport Pinkham. Mrs. Ireland was a retired assembly line worker at Stanadyne. In her spare time, she enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s ball games and going fishing. Mrs. Ireland was married to Myran Edward Ireland, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Ireland is survived by her daughter, Connie Stancill and husband, Henry of Washington; son Jeffery Ireland and wife, Colleen of Washington; grandchildren, Kevin Stancill and wife , Emily of Washington; Crystal Woolard and husband, Stephen Sullivan of Washington; great grandchildren, Isaac, Patrick, Tucker; brother, William Leatus Pinkham and wife, Cindy of California and three sister-in-laws (whom Mrs. Ireland thought of as sisters) Myrtie Bright, Virginia Elks, and Diana Buck. The family would like to thank special caregiver, Jackie Jones and Community Healthcare and Hospice for their awesome care Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Ireland Family. (Paul Funeral Home)
Myran Edward Ireland

Mr. Myran Edward Ireland, age 74, a resident of 489 Dan Taylor Rd., Washington, NC died Friday September 5, 2014 at Vidant Medical Center of Greenville. A graveside funeral service will be held 11:00 Wednesday September 10, 2014 at Oakdale Cemetery officiated by Tony Krantz. Pallbearers will be Wayne Hardison, Herman Grissom, Paul Harris, Jimmy Foreman, Andy Woolard and Barry Bright. Honorary pallbearers will be: Crystal Ireland, Kevin Stancill and Emily Rowe. The family will receive friends at the home. Mr. Ireland was born in Pamlico County on May 11, 1940 son of the late Corbert Thomas Ireland and the late Millie Dare Ballance Ireland. He was a 1958 graduate of Washington High School. On March 25, 1960 he married the former Lou Warren Pinkham who survives. Mr. Ireland was a mechanic who worked with Beaufort County and Greene County school bus garages. He also worked with Moore Motor Company of Washington and was owner/operator of the former Ireland Motors. Surviving along with Mr. Ireland’s wife Lou of the home is a daughter: Connie I. Stancill and husband Henry of Washington; a son: Jeffery Gray Ireland and wife Colleen of Washington; three sisters: Myrtie I. Bright of Washington, Virginia I. Elks of Chocowinity and Diana I. Buck and husband Stephen of Chocowinity; two grandchildren: Kevin Scott Stancill and Crystal Elizabeth Ireland and fiancé Andy Woolard and a great grandchild: Rylee Woolard. Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Ireland family. (Paul Funeral Home)

Ruby Jarvis Ireland

Mrs. Ruby Jarvis Ireland, 87, of Aurora, died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at Bayview Nursing Center in New Bern. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in South Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Kenny Privette officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Ireland was married to Colon C. Ireland of New Bern, who survives. Survivors include two daughters, Robin Ireland Deal of Apex and Joyce Ireland Corrieri of Goldsboro; one sister, Joyce J. Zelinsky of Chesapeake, Va.; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at South Creek Baptist Church. Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance. (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Wednesday, January 21, 2009)

Betty Rae Swaim Ives
Betty Rae Swaim Ives, age 89, a resident of Washington, NC died Saturday July 11, 2020 at Vidant Duplin Hospital. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday July 14, 2020 at South Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Aurora and will be officiated by Pastor Ray Webb. Mrs. Ives was born in Guilford County, NC on May 14, 1931 to the late Roy Virgil Swaim and Nina Peace Swaim. She spent her first 40 years in High Point, NC until she moved to South Creek. Mrs. Ives worked as an upholsterer for a furniture company. She was a member of South Creek Missionary Baptist Church. Mrs. Ives enjoyed gardening and word searches. Survivors include her granddaughter, Patty Lynn Rowe of Washington and one brother, Gerald Swaim of Fredericksburg, VA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Elton William Ives, a son, Richard Lee Ives, a daughter Terri Lynn Rowe, and two brothers, Roy Swaim, Jr and Bill Swaim. Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Ives family. (Paul Funeral Home)
Jon Charles Ives
John Charles Ives, age 62, a resident of Blounts Creek, NC died Saturday, May 29, 2021. He was born October 21, 1958 to the late Holace Whitford Ives and Marin Polido Ives. John was a heavy equipment operator for PCS Phosphate where he retired. He spent most of his life in the Campbell's Creek Community where he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by one brother: Troy Ives and wife Shelby, two sisters: Teresa Maria Ives and Carla Hoffner both of Atlanta, GA and devoted girlfriend Lynn Wiggins of Chocowinity. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Joseph B. Paul, Jr. & Washington Funeral & Cremation. (Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Home)

Maria Pulido Vinuesa Ives

Mrs. Maria Pulido Vinuesa Ives, 81, of 31134 N.C. Highway 33 East, Aurora, died Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008, as a result of injuries received in an automobile accident. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday in the chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington with the Rev. Sylvia Duke officiating. Mrs. Ives was born in El Arenal Avila, Spain on May 20, 1927. She was the daughter of the late Wenceslaus Pulido Peres and Agapita Vinuesa Vinuesa. On Nov. 8, 1957, she married Horace Whitford Ives, who preceded her in death Aug. 24, 1965. She was a homemaker. She attended Campbells Creek United Methodist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Teresa Ives of Atlanta, Ga. and Carla Hoffner of Ocala, Fla.; two sons, John Ives of Aurora and Troy Ives of Chocowinity; one brother, Juan Pulido Vinuesa of Spain; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the home of her son, John Ives, 316 Cypress Swamp Road, Aurora. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Wednesday, August 13, 2008)

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