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Shirley Gilley Kallam

Shirley Gilley Kallam, 82, of Ayden, NC passed away Thursday, February 14, 2019. She is predeceased by her husband, Sanford Wallace Kallam; brother, Kenneth Murray; and sister, Cathy Manley. She was a good woman who lived for her sons and granddaughter. Her children were her whole world. She spent many years working at the spray cotton mill. One of Shirley's favorite things to do was cooking dinner for her family before they left for a trip.  Shirley is survived by her brother, Bobby Gilley; sons, Bobby Kallam and Wallace Scott Kallam; and granddaughter, Elizabeth Kallam.  Shirley's graveside service will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 11, 2019 in Pamlico Memorial Gardens with Pastor Ric Watford officiating. Visitation will be two hours prior to the graveside in Hillside Funeral Service.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Oliver Richard Kappen

Mr. Oliver Richard Kappen, age 76, a resident of Chocowinity, NC, died Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at Rivertrace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  A candle light service in Mr. Kappen’s memory will be held at a later date.  He is survived by his special friends, Joyce Frederick and Philis Gross of Chocowinity, who were his family  Paul Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the Kappen family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Henry K. Keais

(Carolina Federal Republican - June 12, 1813; pg. 3)

W.M. Kear

(The VanWert Daily Bulletin (VanWert, OH) - December 19, 1932; pg. 3)

Alma Woolard Keech

Mrs. Alma Woolard Keech, age 84, a former resident of Village Circle, Washington and Free Union died Tuesday, October 17, 2006, at the Beaufort County Hospital.  A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 19, 2006, at the Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church, officiated by Pastor Ken Cash. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens. Tom More, Don Berry, Jim Hatcher, Don Barber, Frankie Watson and Dean Watson will serve as pallbearers.  Mrs. Keech was born in Beaufort County on May 24, 1922, daughter of the late Jatha Wynne and the late Cassie Woolard Wynne. She attended Beaufort County Schools. Mrs. Keech married Edgar T. Woolard who preceded her in death on October 31, 1980, and married Raymond Linwood Keech who preceded her in death on December 24, 1987. She was a retired inspector with the former Washington Laundry. Mrs. Keech was a member of Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church and its Sunday School class.  Survivors include a son: Lynwood Woolard and his wife Margie of Washington; a sister: Lucille Peele of Washington; a grandson: David E. Woolard Sr. and his wife Jeanne of Washington and two great-grandchildren: Kristin Woolard and David E. “D.J.” Woolard Jr. Mrs. Keech was preceded in death by a daughter: Shelby Jean Woolard Waters; two sisters: Annie Laura Nobles and Marlene Barber and a brother: Leroy Alton Wynne.  The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the funeral hour Thursday at Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church and at other times at the home of Mrs. Keech’s son Lynwood Woolard located at 1669 Slatestone Road, Washington, N.C.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Keech family.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Wednesday, October 18, 2006)

Anne Midgette Keech

Mrs. [Zudie] Anne Midgette Keech, age 81, a resident of Belhaven, died Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at her home.  A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, August 4, 2018 at West Belhaven Church of Christ in Belhaven.  Mrs. Keech was born in Beaufort County n August 30, 1936. She was the daughter of Tom Midgette and Zudie Belle Pilley Midgette. Mrs. Keech was a homemaker and a member of West Belhaven Church of Christ.  Mrs. Keech was married to Thomas Bryant Keech, who preceded her in death.  She is survived by her son, Ronald S. Keech of Chocowinity; grandson, Andrew Stewart Keech of Chocowinity; great grandson, Nickolas George Keech of Washington; and her siblings.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the Keech Family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Carol Elizabeth Roberts Keech

Mrs. Carol Elizabeth Roberts Keech, age 62, a resident of 300 Sunnyside Drive, Washington, passed away at her home, Friday, July 27, 2018.  Graveside services will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Oakdale Cemetery and will be conducted by D.J. Maxey. An informal celebration of life will follow the graveside service at the home.  Carol was born in Wichita Falls, Texas to the late Major Clair Walters Roberts and Dorothy White Jump. She was a 1974 graduate of Washington High School and of East Carolina University with a Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics. On July 21, 1979 she married Garry Leland Keech. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and attended Eastern Pines Church of Christ. Carol was a pillar of strength and lived life to the fullest. She was known for her beautiful smile, ability to find the joy in every situation, and warm personality. Along with her family and friends, Carol’s lifelong passion was traveling the world.  Survivors include her mother Dorothy Jump, her husband Garry Keech, her daughter Kendra Alexander and husband Mark of Greenville, her son Leland Keech of Wilmington, her brother Jeff Roberts and wife Robyn of Greensboro, her sister Lisa Seffrin and husband Mike of Piedmont, South Carolina, her brother-in-law Larry Keech and wife Karen of Washington, her grandsons Brody and Jackson Alexander, and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Clair Roberts and step-father, Francis Jump.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Keech Family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Cecil Jackson Keech

Mr. Cecil Jackson Keech, age 58, a resident of 19845 US Hwy 264 East, Pinetown, NC died Sunday July 31, 2011 at the Beaufort County Medical Center.  A funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday August 2, 2011 at Hunter’s Bridge Church of Christ officiated by Arthur Bud Ball. Burial will follow in the Keech Family Cemetery of Pinetown.  Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on May 30, 1953 son of the late Dewey Mae Keech, Sr. and the late Helen Louise Spruill Keech. He attended John A. Wilkinson High School and was a member of Hunter’s Bridge Church of Christ.  Mr. Keech is survived by his sister: Carolyn Wilkins of the home in Pinetown; a niece: Annette Clemmons and her husband Michael of Pinetown; two nephews: Dewey Sylvester Wilkins and his wife Barbara of Washington and Nathan Scott Wilkins of Pinetown and a great niece: Leah Wilkins of Washington. He is preceded in death by a sister: Sandra Kay Keech and two brothers: Dewey Mae Keech, Jr. and Van Leo Keech.  The family will receive friends 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Monday August 1, 2011 at Hunter’s Bridge Church of Christ and other times at the home.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Charlie Jackson Keech, Jr.

Charlie Jackson Keech, Jr. age 77, a resident 6290 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, NC died at his home Sunday, January 27, 2013.  A funeral service will be held 2:00PM Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at Free Union FWB Church officiated by Rev. Harold Swinson and Rev. Francis Garner. The family will receive friends from 1:00PM until the funeral hour at the church and other times at the home of his son Gregory J. Keech 2121 Seed Tick Neck Road, Pinetown, NC. Pallbearers will be the Deacons of Free Union FWB Church. Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on May 1, 1935 the son of the late Charlie Jackson Keech, Sr. and Neta Keech. He was a graduate of Pantego High School. Mr. Keech served his country in the United States Air Force where he was stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska. He worked as service manager of Keech and Jones Chevrolet in Belhaven, NC for many years and later worked for Coastal Wood Products distributors of furniture for Hatteras Hammocks. Mr. Keech enjoyed working with young people and coached the Free Union Little League baseball team and was Scout Master for Free Union Troop 260. He was a lifetime member of Free Union FWB Church in Pinetown, NC.  Survivors include two sons, Gregory J. Keech and wife Robin and Tony Keech both of Pinetown, NC; a brother, Dallas Keech and a sister Doris Wilson, grandchildren, Shane Keech, Jade Keech, Osmar Crofton Keech and very special granddaughter Berly Soto, and former wife and friend Elizabeth McGowan. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Don Keech and sister, Ava Mae Poole.  Pamlico Funeral and Cremation Service of Washington is serving the Keech family.  (Pamlico Funeral Home)

Dallas W. Keech

Dallas W. Keech, age 78, a resident of Pinetown, NC passed away on July 18, 2015 at his home. Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on March 15, 1937 to the late Charlie Jackson Keech, Sr. and Neta Mae Keech Keech. He was a graduate of Pantego High School, served in the U.S. Army and was a retired truck driver. He was married to Bettye Jane Overton Keech, who predeceased him in 2010. He is survived by his daughter, Shirley Ann Langan of Kailua, HI; and one grand-daughter, Brittany Ann Jones of Pinetown, NC.  In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Kenneth Don Keech and Charlie J. Keech, Jr.; and by his sister, Ava Mae Keech Poole.  A celebration of his life will be held at Free Union Free Will Baptist Church to be announced at a later date. The family will receive friends at the home of Dallas Keech.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Elda Lorraine Everett Keech

Elda “Toodle” Keech, died Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013. Mrs. Keech had been fighting cancer for the past two years.  A memorial service will be held 1:00p.m. Monday, November 18, 2013 at Everett’s Cross Roads Church of Christ with Dennis Davis presiding.  Elda was born to the late Edward and Mildred Everett on March 13, 1951, in Beaufort County, NC. Elda attended Bath High School and received an associate’s degree in EDP from Beaufort County Community College.  In 1968, she married Leonard Ray ”Snookie” Keech . They began their married life together in Virginia, where Elda became a hairdresser by profession. They relocated back to the Everett’s Cross Roads community of Beaufort County and have lived there for the past 38 years.  In addition to being a hairdresser, Elda was a mother, a homemaker, and an active member of the Everett’s Cross Roads Church of Christ. She was very active in the Cub Scouts of America as a Den Mother and was coach of several youth soccer teams with the Washington Youth Soccer program. Elda loved camping and she especially enjoyed camping in Cherokee and on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  Elda is survived by her husband and two sons: John and his wife Michelle of Raleigh; Joshua of Washington, she also is survived by one granddaughter, Avery.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Elmer Hilton Keech

Elmer Hilton Keech, 82, of 7470 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, died at his home on Sunday evening, September 16, 2012 after a long illness.  Born in Beaufort County, January 4, 1930, he was the son of the late Hilton and Susie Windley Keech. In 1948, he married the love of his life, Fannie G. Keech to whom he was married for 57 years prior to her preceding him in death on August 7, 2005. He was a 1946 graduate of Pantego High School and was a retired self-employed tobacco farmer. He was a member of Free Union Free Will Baptist Church and was always cared for by his four girls in a special way.  Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday in Free Union Free Will Baptist Church. Rev. Tony Parrish will officiate. Burial will follow in the Elmer Keech Family Cemetery at the home.  Surviving are his four daughters, Diana K. Cahoon and husband, Joseph of Pinetown, Glenda Keech of the home, Kathy K. Midyette and husband, Al of Pinetown and Janet K. Hudson and husband, Roger of Pantego; a brother, Linwood G. Keech of Pinetown; a sister, Nellie Mae K. Dixon of Pinetown; ten grandchildren, Natalie C. Tucker of Cary, Anita C. Radcliffe of Pinetown, Joey Cahoon of Winterville, Lewis H. Cahoon of Greenville, Jena C. Tunnell of Greenville, Lisha C. Carawan of Swan Quarter, Emalie H. Gainey of Goldsboro, Madison E.Hudson of Raleigh, April Midyette of Pinetown and Amanda M. Hanna of Pinetown; 16 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by a brother, Delmer Keech and a sister, Mildred K. Andreoli.  The family pays special tribute to caregivers who have been so faithful including Tar Heel Medical Transport Staff, Gentiva Home Care and Asera Hospice.  The family will receive friends at Free Union Free Will Baptist Church on Tuesday evening between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.  (Bryan Funeral Home)

Elsie Lane Keech Keech

Mrs. Elsie Lane Keech Keech, age 90, a former resident of Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, died Thursday March 3, 2022, at River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Washington.  Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Monday, March 7, 2022 from the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington, conducted by Pastor Gary Bateman. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.  The following will serve as pallbearers:  Austin Garrett, Garrett Keech, Andrew Keech, Aiden O'Kane, Wayne Keech and Steve Windley.  Mrs. Keech was born in Beaufort County on December 11, 1931. She was the daughter of the late Heber and Lidia Arlene Asby Keech. Mrs. Keech was a 1950 graduate of Bath High School. She was a Customer Service Rep for Tri-County Telephone for over 30 years. Mrs. Keech was a member of Free Union Free Will Baptist Church and Ladies Auxiliary. She was very active in her community and church as long as her health permitted.  On January 20, 1956, she married Rudolph Jackson Keech, who preceded her in death, March 16, 2008.  Mrs. Keech is survived by her son, Randy Keech of Bennettsville, S.C.; brother, Kenneth Marshall Keech, Sr. and wife, Sandra of Washington; and nieces and nephews who she considered her own children, Kenneth M. Keech, Jr. and wife, Pam of Greenville, Anthony James Keech of Washington; and Beth Ann House and husband, Lee of Washington.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Sunday, March 6, 2022 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Faye Grissom Keech

Mrs. Faye Grissom Keech, age 74 a resident of 3022 Gray Road, Chocowinity, died Saturday, November 27, 2010 at Beaufort County Medical Center.  Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at Haw Branch Church of Christ, Chocowinity, conducted by Jason Kirkman and Pastor Henry Horne. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The following will serve as pallbearers: Brandon Keech, Allen Keech, Lonnie Mayo, Jr., Bobby Oakley, Travis Hudson, Jr., and William Barr. Honorary pallbearers will be John Pinkham, John Clark and Greg Burbage.  Mrs. Keech was born in Beaufort County on September 7, 1936. She was the daughter of the late Charlie Wesley Grissom and Mittie Norman Grissom. Mrs. Keech had worked as a secretary at Estes Truck Lines. She was a former Beaufort County E.M.T. Mrs. Keech was a former member of the Beaufort County Chapter of M.A.D.D. (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) and the Carolina Breezewood Band, where she played the keyboard and sang vocals. She was a member of Haw Branch Church of Christ.  On December 24, 1982, she married Lowell Thomas Keech, Sr., who survives.  Surviving with her husband are three sons, Mark Myers of Seattle, Washington, Victor Myers of Yuma, Arizona, Clay Myers of Seattle, Washington; three step children, Tommy Keech of Pigeon Forge, TN, Vickie Keech Mayo of Blounts Creek, Jeffery Keech of Blounts Creek; a sister, Blanche Hudson of Chocowinity; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; 10 step grandchildren and 6 step great grandchildren.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Keech was preceded in death by a special aunt, Rosa Moore.  The family will receive friends from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM Wednesday at Haw Branch Church of Christ and other times at the home of her sister, Blanche Hudson, 3466 Gray Road, Chocowinity.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Geneva Cox Keech

Ms. Geneva Cox Keech, age 102, died Thursday, July 25, 2013 at Roanoke Landing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Plymouth, NC.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 2013 from the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven officiated by Pastor Steve Creech and Pastor Bob Beltz. Burial will follow in Oddfellows Cemetery. Clifton Cox, Eugene Cox, Royce Ballance, Mitchell Ballance, Madison Ballance and Ted Carawan will serve as pallbearers.  Ms. Keech was born in Hyde County on August 14, 1910 to the late Walter Cox and Oneta Gibbs Cox. On November 8, 1942, she married the former John Marvin Keech, who preceded her in death on April 1, 1980. Ms. Keech was a member of the West Belhaven Church of Christ.  Ms. Keech is survived by a daughter; Dorothy Adams and husband John of Plymouth, grandchildren; Stephanie Gurganus and husband Donnie of Williamston, NC and John Hague of Brunswick, GA, great grandchildren; Lindsay Kirk and her husband James and Summer Hague both of Greenville, NC and the mother of the great grandchildren; Sharon Hague.  In addition to her parents and husband, Ms. Keech is preceded in death by brothers; David Cox, Ralph Cox, Thomas, Guy Cuthrell and sisters; Myrtle Mooney and Inez Williams.  The family will receive friends on Saturday, prior to the funeral service, beginning at 1:00 p.m. until the funeral hour at the funeral home and other times at the home of her daughter, Dorothy Adams located at 2553 Long Ridge Road, Plymouth, NC 27962.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

George Wade Keech

Mr. George Wade Keech, 67, of 156 Keech Lane, Bath, died Monday, December 25, 2006 at Pungo District Hospital in Belhaven.  A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 28, 2006 at the Davis Cemetery, Pantego, NC with Johnathan Langley and Greg Brookins officiating. Chris Lowe, David Radcliffe, Gregory Waters, Billy Gurganus, Kelly Gurganus and John Ormond will serve as pallbearers.  John Langley, Reuben Braddy and Dewayne Gurganus will serve as honorary pallbearers.  A lifelong resident of Beaufort County, Mr. Keech was born August 27, 1939. He was the son of the late Wade Hampton and Pearlie Edwards Keech.  He was retired from Seaboard Supply and worked part time at Sentry Hardware, both of Washington. Mr. Keech was a member of the Bath Church of God and attended Wilkinson Church of Christ.  He is survived by one daughter, Sharon Keech Howery of Pantego; four sons, George C. Keech, Ronnie Lee Keech, Steven Wayne Keech, all of Bath and Dennis Michael Keech of Terra Ceia; five sisters, Ina Sullivan of Hampton, VA, Lorena Williams and Lois Wooten, both of Greenville, Isabell Blake of Fayetteville, and Lola Tripp of Bethel; two brothers, Leon Keech of Bath and Jerry Wayne Keech of Wrightsville Beach and ten grandchildren.  The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at Hillside Funeral Service and other times at the home of his daughter at 269 Wilkinson Station Road, Pantego, NC.  (Hillside Funeral Home obituary posted Wednesday, December 27, 2006)

Gladys Styles Keech

Mrs. Gladys Styles Keech, 93, of 14711 U.S. Highway 264 East, the Hunter’s Bridge community of Pinetown, died Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2006, at Beaufort County Hospital.  A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Oakdale Cemetery with Curtis White officiating.  Mrs. Keech was born in Beaufort County on Nov. 1, 1913. She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Maude Flynn Styles. She was married to Roy Sylvester Keech, who preceded her in death Sept. 4, 1989. She and her husband owned and operated Keech’s Store in Yeatesville. She was a member of Free Union Free Will Baptist Church.  Survivors include one daughter, Margaret Keech Ambrose of the Hunter’s Bridge community of Pinetown; one son, Grady L. Keech of San Souci; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by one daughter, Marilyn Keech Ambrose and two brothers, Binkie Styles and Harland Styles.  The family will receive friends today from 7-9 p.m. at the home of her daughter, 14711 U.S. Highway 264 East, Hunter’s Bridge community of Pinetown.  Arrangements are by Paul Funeral Home, Washington.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Thursday, December 14, 2006)

Glennwood Earl Keech

Mr. Glennwood "Glenn" Earl Keech, age 83, a resident of the Free Union Community of Pinetown, NC died Tuesday March 13, 2018 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital in Washington.  A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday March 17, 2018 at Free Union Free Will Baptist Church officiated by Rev. Tony Parrish and Rev. Harold Swinson.  The family will receive friends following the service at the church and other times at the home.  Mr. Glenn was born in Beaufort County on September 28, 1934, son of the late John James Keech and the late Annie Mae Wilkinson Keech. He attended Pantego High School. On July 29, 1955 he married the former Thelma Lorraine Keech who survives. He was a plater/engraver at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and retired on December 31, 1988 after twenty-seven years of service. While living in Virginia, Mr. Glenn was a volunteer with the Chesapeake Fire Department. He was a member of Free Union Free Will Baptist Church.  Surviving along with his wife: Tootsie Keech of the home is a daughter: Lorenda Baker and her husband David of Chesapeake; a son: Russell Keech of Chesapeake; two grandchildren: Sarah Willis and Amber Perry and four great grandchildren: Christian Willis, Harlan Willis, Hailey Willis and David Baker III. Mr. Glenn was preceded in death by two brothers: Melburn Rudolph Keech and Russell Hunter Keech and a sister: Elva Mae Massey.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Grady Leon Keech

Mr. Grady Leon Keech, age 85, a resident of 6135 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, NC died January 15, 2020 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.  A graveside service will be held 12:00 noon on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Pamlico Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington and other times at the home.  Mr. Grady was born in Beaufort County on December 9, 1934 son of the late Roy Sylvester Keech and the late Gladys Styles Keech. He attended Pantego High School. In June of 1955 he married the former Jean Marie Wilkins who preceded him in death on April 7, 2008. His love of the water was a determining factor for him to work in the tug boat industry and he retired as an engineer working with Maritrans Operating Company. In his spare time, he loved antique cars and taking trips on his trike motorcycle. Mr. Grady attended Free Union Free Will Baptist Church of Pinetown.  Surviving are his children: Donnie L. Keech and his wife Margie of Belhaven, Shelia Keech of Washington, Perry Lee Keech of Washington and Rebecca K. Lewis of Henrico, NC; six grandchildren: Angela Hudnell, Susan Keech, D.J. Keech, Melissa Latham, Dale Latham and Wade Kirk and eleven great grandchildren. Mr. Grady was predeceased along with his parents and his wife by two sisters: Margaret Ambrose and Marilyn Smith.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Jean Wilkins Keech

Mrs. Jean Wilkins Keech, age 70, a former resident of Pungo Village in Belhaven, died on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Pungo District Hospital.  Graveside services will be held at 3:00 PM on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Pamlico Beach Community Cemetery at Ryder Hill and will be officiated by Rev. Medford Hopkins. Pallbearers will be Dale Latham, Wade Kirk, Donald Keech, Jr., Chris Hudnell, Bernie “Winky” Underhill and Billy Daniels. Honorary pallbearers will be Greg Waters and Walter Johnson.  Mrs. Keech was born in Pamlico Beach on May 23, 1937 to the late Hubert Sylvester Wilkins and the late Rhoda Foreman Wilkins. On June 27, 1955 she married Grady Leon Keech who survives. She was a homemaker and a member of West Belhaven Pentecostal Holiness Church.  Survivors include two sons: Donald Keech and his wife Margaret “Margie” of Pamlico Beach, Perry Keech and his wife Betty of Brunswick, GA; two daughters: Sheila Carr and her husband C.L. of Greenville, Rebecca Lewis and her husband Jesse of Lake Gaston; two brothers: Alford Wilkins and his wife Bootsie of Pamlico Beach, Nathan Wilkins of Chocowinity; one sister: Ann Roberson of Belhaven; six grandchildren: Melissa, Angie, Dale, Susan, Wade, DJ; and three great-grandchildren: Faith, Christopher and Kendall.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven and other times at the home located at 6889 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the Keech family.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Wednesday, April 9, 2008)

John M. Keech
The Coastland Times - Tuesday, April 8, 1980; pg. 16

Joseph Thomas Keech, Sr.

Mr. Joseph Thomas “J. T.” Keech, Sr., age 93, a resident of Washington, died Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at Ridgewood Manor in Washington.  Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, August 4, 2017 at Belhaven Community Cemetery conducted by Pastor Lee Hendricks.  Mr. Keech’s grandchildren will serve as pallbearers: Matt Haselden, Jeff Harris, Jesse Jefferson, Tom Jefferson, Joe Keech, III and John Harris. Joseph Barwick will serve as an honorary pallbearer.  Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on April 6, 1924. He was the son of the late Leva Benjamin Keech and Cora Agnes Webster Keech. Mr. Keech was a graduate of Pantego High School. He was a retired farmer, crop duster and owner/operator of Terra Ceia Aviation Corporation. Mr. Keech was one of the founders of Pungo Christian Academy in Belhaven. He was a long-time member of Free Union Free Will Baptist Church and a current member of First Free Will Baptist Church in Washington.  Mr. Keech was married to the former Alda Pearl “Polly” Smith, who preceded him in death. Later, he married the former Mary Lee Cobb, who survives.  In addition to his wife, Mr. Keech is survived by one son, Joseph Thomas Keech, Jr. and wife, Rebecca of Wilmington; three daughters, Judy Lane Keech of Washington, Gloria K. Harris and Ken Oprisko of Ocean View, Delaware, Lori Ann Craig and husband, Timmy of Washington; sister, Meredith K. Carawan of Pantego; step son, Joseph Cobb, Jr. of Washington; step daughter, Patricia Diane Barwick of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild and five step grandchildren.  In addition to his parents and his first wife, Mr. Keech was preceded in death by a daughter, Polly Ann Keech; two brothers, Leva Rudolph Keech, Leo Burl Keech; and two sisters, Ruby Keech Dunbar, Sally K. Woolard.  The family will receive friends from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Kenneth Don Keech, Jr.

Kenneth "Kenny" Don Keech, Jr. age 55 a resident of Pinetown, NC peacefully went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 24, 2020.  Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced.  Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on July 14, 1965 the son of the late Don Keech and Martha Keech Andreoli who survives. He married Wendy Baldwin on November 24, 1984. Kenny was a dedicated and hardworking man who will be greatly missed by family and all that knew him. He was a loving and devoted husband, son, father, soon to be grandfather and friend.  Kenny is survived by his mother: Martha Keech Andreoli of Pinetown, NC; wife: Wendy Keech of Pinetown, NC; son: Brandon Keech of Pinetown, NC; daughter: Alexis Keech Cooke and husband Dalton, sister: Phyllis Richards and husband Greg of Blounts Creek, NC; niece: Joslyn Marie Richards and a grandson his first due in May. He was preceded in death by his father: Don Keech, Sr.  Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Service & Washington Funeral and Cremation of Washington, NC are serving the Keech family.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Kenneth Don Keech, Sr.

Mr. Kenneth Don Keech, Sr., 64, of 6228 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 21, 2007.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, April 23, 2007 in the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service with Rev. Woodrow Freeze and Rev. Harold Swinson officiating.  Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens.  Larry Linton, Greg Keech, Andy Carrow, Hubert Carrow, Tony Keech and Jimmie Harris will serve as pallbearers.  Jimmy Baggett, Herman Linton, Mac Carrow, and Melburn Ratcliffe will serve as honorary pallbearers.  The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, Sunday, April 22, 2007 at Hillside Funeral Service, 4500 Highway 264 East, Washington and other times at his home.  Mr. Keech was born in Free Union on March 11, 1943.  He was the son of late Charlie and Neta Keech.  On September 22, 1962, he married Martha Carrow. He was a retired employee of Fountain Boats, and was a skilled carpenter, who built reproduction furniture.  He was a hardworking man who will be greatly missed.  He was a devoted and dedicated husband, father and grandfather.  He is survived by his wife, Martha Carrow Keech; one son Kenneth Don Keech, Jr. and his wife, Wendy Keech; one daughter, Phyllis Keech Richards and her husband, Greg Richards; two brothers, Dallas Keech and Charlie Keech; one sister, Doris Keech Wilson; and four grandchildren, Dana J. Richards, Brandon Keech, Chad Richards, and Alexis Keech.  In addition to  his parents, he was also preceded in death by one sister, Alva Mae Poole.  (Hillside Funeral Home obituary posted Monday, April 23, 2007)

Leo Berl Keech

Mr. Leo Berl Keech, age 75, a resident of Trenton, FL died Saturday October 6, 2012 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital in Washington, NC.  A graveside funeral service will be held 1:30 PM Wednesday October 10, 2012 at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.  Mr. Berl was born in the Free Union Community of Beaufort County on December 24, 1936 son of the late Leva Benjamin Keech and the late Cora Webster Keech. He was a 1955 graduate of Pantego High School. Mr. Berl served his country in the U.S. Air Force for fourteen years having served in the Vietnam Era. On August 2, 1965 he married the former Shelby Jean Hill who survives. Following his military career he was an Electronics Technician with the Federal Aviation Administration and gained his private pilot license. He loved music, playing the piano and also wrote music for songs. When a pianist was needed Mr. Berl would be the first to volunteer. He was a member of Full Gospel Outreach in Fanning Springs, FL.  Surviving along with Mr. Berl’s wife Shelby of the home are two daughters: Deidre Beryl Keech of Winter Springs, FL and Tracy Keech of Clearwater, FL; a granddaughter: Danielle Morales of Winter Springs, FL; a brother: J. T. Keech of Washington, NC and two sisters: Ruby Dunbar of Danville, VA and Meredith Carowan of Pantego. Mr. Berl was predeceased by a brother: Rudolph Keech and a sister: Sally Woolard.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington and Hiers Baxley Funeral Service of Cheifland, FL are both honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Leonard Ray Keech

Mr. Leonard Ray “Snookie” Keech, born November 17, 1943, passed Friday November 16, 2018.  Graveside services will be 11:00 am Monday November 19, 2018 at the Keech Family Cemetery and will be conducted by Dennis R. Davis.  Survivors include two sons, John Keech and Joshua Keech. He was preceded in death by his wife Elda.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Linda Qualls Perry Keech

Mrs. Linda Qualls Perry Keech, age 81, a resident of Rock Road, Washington, passed away Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.  Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at the Keech Family Cemetery, Free Union Road, Pinetown, conducted by Pastor Travis Boyd.  The following will serve as pallbearers: Rodney McNeely, Justin Waters, Jeff Keech, Kenny Beacham, Barney Conway and William Barr.  Mrs. Keech was born in Alamance County on February 7, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Ervin Franklin Qualls and Irma Jeanette Woods Qualls. Mrs. Keech was retired from First South Bank as a commercial loan officer. She was a member of the First Church of Christ in Washington. In her spare time, Mrs. Keech enjoyed listening to music.  On September 18, 1955, Mrs. Keech married Bobby Joe Perry, who preceded her in death, September 18, 2013.     On July 29, 2015, she married Lowell Thomas Keech, who survives.  Surviving with her husband are her daughter, Kathy Perry Waters and her husband, Robert of Washington; two grandchildren, Brandy Waters Wallace and her husband, Walt of Washington, Justin Waters of Washington; two great grandchildren, Trey Robertson and Ashleigh Wallace; sister, Carolyn Q. McNeely and her husband, Rodney of Statesville; two step sons, Lowell Thomas Keech and his wife, Darlene of Tennessee, Jeffery Scott Keech and his wife, Crystal of Chocowinity and step daughter, Victoria Keech Mayo of Chocowinity.  Mrs. Keech was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald E. Qualls.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Linwood Gray Keech

Mr. Linwood “Slim” Gray Keech, age 80, a resident of Free Union, NC died Wednesday morning February 21, 2018 at his home.  A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday February 24, 2018 at Free Union Free Will Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Tony Parrish and Rev. Harold Swinson.    Freddy Warren, Forest Warren, Mike Goodwin, Hank Stoop, William E. “Bud” Modlin and Steve Midgette will serve as pallbearers. Tommy Webster, Sammy Tinker, Glen Keech, Billy Warren and Jimmy Keech will serve as honorary pallbearers.  A private burial will follow in the Keech Family Cemetery.  Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on August 27, 1937, son of the late Elias Hilton Keech and Suzy Windley Keech. He was a graduate of Pantego High School and was owner/operator of Coastal Wood Products in Pinetown.  Mr. Keech was a member of Free Union Free Will Baptist Church.  On July 7, 1957, he married the former Carol Sparrow who preceded him in death on October 14, 2009.  Mr. Keech is survived by his son: Terry Lynn Keech and wife Linda of Bath; his daughter: Tena Keech Hudson and husband Travis, Jr. of Chocowinity; his grandchildren:  T.J. Webster, Carol K. Stokes, Kathryn Hudson and Bryan Hudson and his great grandchildren: Jase Hudson and Kadance Stokes as well as numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws.  In addition to his wife and parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers: Delma Keech and Elmer Keech and his sisters: Nellie Mae Keech Webster Dixon and Mildred Keech Andreoli.   The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to her caregivers: Nan, Jenny, Chris and Linda.  The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday at Free Union Free Will Baptist Church.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Mack Horace Keech

Mack “Horace” Keech, age 83, a resident of Belhaven, NC died Thursday August 23, 2018.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday August 25, 2018 at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven and will be officiated by Craig Hagen.  Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on January 8, 1935 to the late Jessie Albert Keech and Rachel Mae Boyd Keech. He was a Tugboat Captain for over 40 years. Mr, Keech enjoyed visiting with people, going to church and loved genealogy. He was a member of St Clairs Church of Christ.  Survivors include two daughters, Terry Lynn Keech Ussery and husband Adam of Wilson, Tammy Keech Smith and husband Terry Glenwood of Washington, two sons, Walton Albert Keech and wife Sherry of Pinetown, Michael Shane Miller and wife Cathy of Richmond, VA, five grandchildren, Adam Ussery Jr, Jason Keech, Stephen Ussery, Cameron Keech, Mason Miller, and three great grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his siblings.  The family will receive friends from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM Friday August 24, 2018 at Paul Funeral home of Belhaven and other times at the home of his son, Walton Albert Keech, 6997 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Margaret Genevieve Apple Keech

Mrs. Margaret Genevieve Apple Keech, age 85, a former resident of Washington, died Sunday, May 17, 2009, at Two Rivers Nursing Home, Neuse Campus in New Bern.  Funeral services will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 20, 2009, from the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington, conducted by Pastor Travis Boyd. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens, Washington.  Mrs. Keech was born in Guilford County on August 11, 1923. She was the daughter of the late Monroe Harrison Apple and the late Nannie Jane Andrews Apple. Mrs. Keech worked at Western Electric in Burlington and National Spinning in Washington. Later, she worked as a sales person and assistant manager at Jack's Hallmark Shop in Washington. Mrs. Keech was a member of the Wanoca Presbyterian Church and the D.A.V.  Mrs. Keech was married to Bonnie Gray Keech, who preceded her in death, March 5, 1975.  Survivors include two daughters, Margaret Greene and her husband, Rick of New Bern, and Joyce Murphrey of Wilmington; three grandchildren, John Braddy Jr. of Spruce Pine, Leisa Fallon of Wake Forest and Rob Murphrey of Nashville, Tenn.; one great-grandchild, Caroline Fallon of Wake Forest; and one brother, M.H. Apple of Washington.  In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Keech was preceded in death by two sisters, Frances Asby and Lola Allison, and one brother, Billy Apple.  The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at Paul Funeral Home, Washington, and other times at the home of her daughter, Margaret Greene, 110 Raft Road, New Bern.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Keech family.  (Sun Journal [New Bern, NC] – Wednesday, May 20, 2009)

Mary Frances Cole Cutler Keech

Mrs. Mary Frances Cole Cutler Keech, age 93, a former resident of 4809 Christian School Road, Pantego and more recently of Pungo, died Tuesday morning, May 24, 2011 at Roanoke Landing Nursing and Rehab Facility in Plymouth, NC.  A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday May 26, 2011 at the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home in Washington officiated by Aaron Saufley and Jon Langley. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Her grandsons: Jerry Langley, Jimmy Langley, Jeffrey Latham, Casey Cutler, Brooks Cutler, Jamie Boyd, Donnie Cutler, Jr. and Jonah Cutler will serve as pallbearers.  Mrs. Keech was born in Greene County on November 10, 1917, daughter of the late John Marshall Cole and Iola Mae Wagoner Cole. She attended Pantego High School and was a homemaker. On November 8, 1935 she married James Olif Cutler who preceded her in death on February 12, 1952 and then on December 25, 1954 she married Leva Benjamin Keech who preceded her in death on June 26, 1973. Mrs. Keech was a member of Terra Ceia Church of Christ and the Ladies Auxiliary and former member of the Pinetown Senior Citizens Club.  Mrs. Keech is survived by her three daughters: Delores Langley and her husband, Max of Greenville; Mary Elizabeth Latham and her husband, Fletcher of Pantego and Iola C. “Tinker” Boyd and her husband, Eddie of Pantego; her three sons: James Marshall Cutler and his wife, Linda of Terra Ceia; Tommy Cutler and his wife, Ida Faye Cutler of Terra Ceia and Donnie Cutler, Sr. of Pinetown; a daughter in law: Eldean Mitchell of Washington; two step-sons: J.T. Keech Sr., of Washington and Leo Berl Keech of Trenton, FL; her sister-in-law: Helen Cole of Lakeland, FL; 17 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and her special friend, Frances Bell of Terra Ceia. She is preceded in death by her son, Langley “Pete” Cutler; her grandson, Edward Patrick Boyd; two brothers Elmer Cole and Victor Cole and one sister, Flemmie Lee Cole.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to be serving the Keech Family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Mary Midgette Keech

Mrs. Mary Midgette Keech, 88, formerly of 48 Keech Lane, Bath, died Friday, Jan. 4, 2008, at Guardian Care Nursing Home in Elizabeth City.  A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Paul Funeral Home in Washington, officiated by the Rev. David Linton, pastor Ron Bousquet and the Rev. Marty Cunningham. Burial will follow in the Bart Waters Cemetery in the Free Union community of Pinetown.  Michael Waters, Tommy Speight, Tony Rossi, James R. Waters, Jason Furcron, Ryan Furcron, Charles Speight and Thomas Mace will serve as pallbearers. Thomas Sparks, George Keech, Ronnie Keech and Richard Midgette will serve as honorary pallbearers.  Mrs. Keech was born in Beaufort County on Jan. 20, 1919, daughter of Robert Blackwell Midgette, Sr., and Retha Mae Pegram Midgette, who both preceded her in death. On June 30, 1935, she married Oscar Manning Keech, who preceded her in death on June 2, 1990. Mrs. Keech later married John Scott Tyson on Jan. 16, 1993 who survives. She was a homemaker and a member of Bath Church of God.  Survivors include four daughters, Daisy K. Riddick of Elizabeth City, Barbara K. Waters of Pinetown, Becky K. Waters of Pantego and Retha K. Boyd Furcron of Cookeville, Tenn.; a step-brother, William Craddock of Roper; a step-sister, Sarah C. Credle of Scranton; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Keech was preceded in death by three sons, Travis H. Keech, Oscar Franklin Keech and Bonner Earl Keech; five brothers, Robert B. Midgette, Jr., Noville Pugh, Huey Midgette, Johnny Midgette and Vernon Midgette; four sisters, Agnes M. Walls, Goldie M. Gibbs, Ina M. Thorne and Pearl M. Tingle; a step-brother, Troy Craddock, and a step-sister, Ruth C. Radcliff.  The family will receive friends at the home of Mrs. Keech’s daughter: Barbara Waters, 519 Beaver Dam Road, Pinetown.  Arrangements are by Paul Funeral Home, Washington.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Sunday, January 6, 2008)

Melissa Ann Keech

Mrs. Melissa Ann Keech “MoMo”, 34, of 99 Latham St., Pantego, died Thursday, March 30, 2006, as a result of injuries received in an automobile accident.  A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, April 2, 2006, in the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service with the Rev. Harold Swinson officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, April 1, 2006, at Hillside Funeral Service, 4500 U.S. Highway 264 East, Washington, and other times at her home in Pantego.  Melissa was born March 21, 1972, in Forsyth County, NC. She was the daughter of Nancy Louis Francis Bebeau and Michael James Bebeau. On December 24, 2003, she married Chad Keech. Melissa grew up in Winston-Salem and graduated from Parkland High School. She received her LPN degree from Forsyth Technical Community College. She had been a resident of eastern North Carolina for four years. Melissa was employed as an LPN with the N.C. Department of Correction at Craven Correctional Institute in Vanceboro and previously at Cherry Point Naval Hospital in Havelock.  Survivors include her husband, Chad Keech, and their children, Justin Wills, Nathan Wills, Zack Keech and Caden Keech, all of the home; her mother, Nancy Bebeau of Winston-Salem; her father and stepmother, Michael Bebeau and Deborah Bebeau of Winston-Salem; her mamaw, Missouri Shelton of Winston-Salem; her sister, Kristy “Lynn” Steelman; her niece, Tristan LeAnn Templeton, both of Winston-Salem; her “mother,” Carol Jean Waters of Washington; her grandmother, Frances Daw of Washington; and her extended family, Alex Templeton, Michael Lee Wills, Melvin and Shirley Wills, Curtis Ray and Tracey Wills and her niece, Katie; and Mel and Gay Keech and daughters.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, April 1, 2006)

Rudolph Jackson Keech

Mr. Rudolph Jackson Keech, age 82, a resident of 7739 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, NC died Sunday March 16, 2008 at his home.  A funeral will be held 1:00 PM Wednesday March 19, 2008 at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven officiated by Rev. Woodrow Freeze, III. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery of Washington. Joe Cahoon, Richard Noble, Jimmy Baggett, Kenneth Keech, Jr., Anthony James Keech will serve as pallbearers.  Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on May 16, 1925 son of the late Thomas and Hattie Wallace Keech. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married the former Elsie Lane Keech on January 20, 1956 who survives. Mr. Keech worked with Cargill Inc. of Belhaven as a manager until his retirement only to return to Cargill to work a total of twenty-nine years before his final retirement with the company. He was a member of Free Union Free Will Baptist Church.  Surviving along with his wife Elsie of the home is a son: Randy Keech of Bennetsville, SC; a brother: James Wayne “Jimmy” Keech of Pinetown and two sisters: Alba K. Windley and Odell K. McCluskey both of Pinetown. Mr. Keech was preceded in death by two brothers: Linwood Keech and Robert Keech and a sister: Maida K. Payne.  The family will receive friends from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Tuesday March 18, 2008 at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven and at other times at the home.   Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the Keech family.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – March 18, 2008)

Sally Brooks Keech

Sally B. Keech, age 69, a resident of 7201 Free Union Church Rd., Pinetown, NC departed from this life on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at her residence.  A memorial service will held on Tuesday, November 30, 2010 at 11:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 80 Cedar Circle, Washington.  The family will receive friends at Hillside Funeral Service on Monday, November 29, 2010 from 5:00-7:00 PM.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Thelma Lorraine Keech Keech

Mrs. Thelma Lorraine Keech Keech, age 86, a resident of Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, N.C., died Thursday, September 1, 2022, at ECU Health Beaufort Campus in Washington.  A memorial service will be announced.  Mrs. Keech was born in Pitt County on February 28, 1936.  She was the daughter of the late Leland Franklin Keech and Thelma Baynor Webster Keech.  Mrs. Keech was a homemaker.  She was a member of the Free Union Free Will Baptist Church and the Ladies Auxiliary.  In her spare time, Mrs. Keech enjoyed gardening and reading.  On July 29, 1955, she married Glennwood Earl “Glenn” Keech, who preceded her in death, March 13, 2018.  Surviving are her daughter, Lorenda Baker and her husband, David of Chesapeake, VA.; son, Russell Keech of Chesapeake, VA; two grandchildren, Sara Willis and husband, Early, and Amber Perry and husband, Kevin; and six great grandchildren, Christian Willis, Harlan Willis, Hailey Willis, Harper Willis, Maverick Perry, and David Baker III.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Keech family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Travis Holton Keech

Mr. Travis Holton Keech, age 68, a resident of 78 Old County Road, Belhaven died Thursday evening, November 16, 2006 at Beaufort County Hospital.  A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday November 19, 2006 at the Bath Church of God, officiated by Rev. Ron Bousquet.  Mr. Keech was born in Beaufort County on November 14, 1938, son of Mary Elizabeth Midgette Keech and the late Oscar Manning Keech. On July 12, 1961, he married the former Rena Jane Equils who survives. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. Mr. Keech was employed as a bus driver, No. 199 with Tidewater Regional Transit in Norfolk VA. He was a past member of the Norfolk Moose Lodge and performed as a clown.  In addition to his wife, Rena Jane of the home and his mother Mary Elizabeth Keech, he is survived by his son: William Oscar “Billy” Keech of Washington; his sisters: Daisy K. Squires Riddick of Elizabeth City, Barbara K. Waters of Pinetown, Rebecca “Becky” K. Waters of Pantego and Retha K. Furcron of Gulf Port, MS; several nieces and nephews and his puppy “Peanut, Jr.” In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by two brothers: Oscar Franklin Keech and Bonner Earl Keech.  The family will receive friends at the home of his sister, Becky Waters, located at 8350 Old 97 Road, Pantego.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, November 18, 2006)

William Berry Keech, Jr.

William Berry Keech, Jr. 79, of 7201 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, died at his home on Saturday, January 14, 2017.  Born in Beaufort County, January 1, 1938, he was the son of the late William Berry and Lula Elizabeth Tetterton Keech. He was married to the former Sally Brooks who preceded him in death.   Mr. Keech retired in 1993 after working with Sears for more than 30 years. Following his retirement, he and his wife formed their own business, The Garden Spot, which they operated for a good number of years. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints.  A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, 80 Cedar Circle, Washington. A burial service will be held later in the family cemetery.  Surviving are a son, Mitchell and wife, Virginia Brooks Keech of Pinetown; a daughter, Pamela Elizabeth K. Cox and husband, Tracy of Pinetown; grandchildren, Justin Mitchell Keech, Madison Virginia Keech, Matthew Phillip Hassell and wife, Erin, and Amanda Hassell Toler and her husband, Jeffrey Lee; great-grandchildren, Ava Elizabeth Toler and Ryder Lee Toler.  The family will receive friends following the service at the church on Tuesday.  Assistance with funeral arrangements are provided by Bryan Funeral Service at Hampton Academy, Plymouth.  (Bryan Funeral Home)

Willie Edward Keech

Mr. Willie Edward Keech, 76, of 314 West 15 th  Street, Washington, transitioned on Wednesday January 19, 2022, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital, Washington, NC.  Funeral Services will be 11:00am Saturday January 29, 2022, at Mt Hebron Disciple Church 210 W 6th St, Washington, NC.  Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery Washington, NC.  Visitation will be 4:00- 6:00 pm Friday January 28, 2022, at L. R. Memorial Chapel, 208 W. MLK Jr. Dr., Washington, NC.  Other times the family will receive friends at the home.  Arrangements by Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 West Martin Luther  King Jr. Dr., Washington, NC.  (Leon Randolph Funeral Home)

Lucille Morgan Keel

Mrs. Lucille Morgan Keel, age 97, a former resident of Washington, died Sunday, April 16, 2006.  Graveside services will be held 12 noon Friday, April 21, 2006 at Oakdale Cemetery, Washington, conducted by Dr. James B. Moore.  Mrs. Keel was born in Beaufort County on May 22, 1908. She was the daughter of the late George W. Morgan and Isabelle Bailey Morgan. Mrs. Keel was a retired sales clerk with Hoyt’s Store, Inc. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Washington.  On November 9, 1934, she married Earl Adelbert Keel, who preceded her in death, May 31, 1989.  Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Katherine A. Keel of Chase City, Va.; her sister, Sallie M. Winborne; and six grandchildren, Mimi Keel Farr, William E. Keel, II, Grant S. Keel, R. Scott Keel, Ashby Preger and Heather K. Smart.  In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Keel was preceded in death by her son, William Earl Keel.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Keel family.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Thursday, April 20, 2006)

Margie Woolard Cox Keel

Mrs. Margie W. Cox Keel, age 90, a resident of 951 Braddy Road, Washington, NC, died Saturday, January 29, 2011 at her home.  A funeral service will be held 11:00am Wednesday, February 2, 2011 at Paul Funeral Home of Washington officiated by Pastor Leroy K. “Skip” Hurley. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Mrs. Keel’s grandchildren will serve as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers.  Mrs. Keel was born in Beaufort County on September 17, 1920 to the late William Charlie “Boss” Woolard and Calvenia Cox Woolard. On October 14, 1994, she married Clayton J. Keel, who survives. Mrs. Keel was a homemaker and a member of Woodard’s Pond Church of Christ.  In addition to her husband, Mrs. Keel is survived by five daughters: Jackie Cox Hadley of Washington, Sondra Cox Lee of Plymouth, Brenda Cox Alligood and husband Neil of Washington, Barbara Cox Woolard of Pinetown and Sharon “Jo Jo" Singleton of Washington, a son: Artie Cox and wife Marie of Washington, a sister Bonnie W. Boyd of Washington, thirteen grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.  Mrs. Keel was predeceased by two grandchildren and one great grandchild.  The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 from 6:30pm-8:00pm at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and other times at the home located at 951 Braddy Road, Washington, NC.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is honored to serve the Keel family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Elizabeth North Kegebein

Elizabeth North Kegebein, 91, of the 1000 block of Hampton Blvd., passed away on Dec. 18, 1998.  Born in Washington, N.C., she was the widow of Clyde Milton Kegebein. She was a member of Spurgeon Memorial Baptist Church.  She will be sadly missed by her daughter, Elizabeth K. Vick of Virginia Beach; and two grandsons, John and James Vick.  A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in Elmwood Cemetery.  (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – December 20, 1998; pg. B6)

Bonnie Bard Kelley

Bonnie Bard Kelley of Belhaven, NC passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at the age of 70 with her husband and children at her bedside. She was born to the late Melvin and Allie Bard on October 5, 1949 in Cincinnati, OH.  Bonnie is survived by her dedicated and loving husband, James Kelley, and her children Jason (Ashley) Wheeler and Kandice (Billy) Dean. Gram will be missed by her cherished grandchildren, Merritt Wheeler, Emer Dean, and Willa Dean. She is also survived by her brother, Joseph (Teresa) Bard and niece, Angela (Kevin) Masters, and nephew, Allen (Jennifer) Bard and their children as well as in-laws that loved her like a sister and an aunt.  Bonnie was a hardworking and independent woman, having a long and successful career in healthcare. She started in nursing having spent time in the operating room, emergency room and as a flight nurse. She served in home healthcare for many years and later in management and then into consulting work. Bonnie worked hard but also made sure to enjoy life along the way. She loved the beach, shell collecting, her houseplants, traveling, and always enjoyed trying something new. Up until the very end, she loved to play with her grandchildren and maintained her kid-at-heart attitude.  Although Alzheimer’s disease took her mind and body too soon, the family rests easy knowing that it could not take her soul, which now resides in her eternal home with God.  A celebration of Bonnie’s life will be scheduled for a later date due to the Covid-19 pandemic.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Kelley family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Alisa Prevatte Kelly

Alisa Prevatte Kelly, born August 10, 1962, a resident of 201 West Eleventh Street, Washington, NC, passed peacefully in her sleep early Thursday morning, April 14, 2011.  Alisa is survived by her husband, Mike Kelly, son, Tyler Kelly, daughter, Stephanie Kelly, step-daughter, Ashley Banks and husband, David, step-grandchildren, Riley and Dalton Banks, mother-in-law, Betty Kelly, sister-in-law, Laraine Kelly-Sentz, nieces and nephews, Kelly Cirillo, Jason and Jesse Dominquez, five grand-nieces and nephews, her mother, Molly Wilcox, father, Ray Prevatte, brother, Carl Pravette and wife, Lynn, and niece and nephew, Ava and Luke Pravette.  Alisa was a very loving and caring wife, mother and friend.  Lea, as she was known by her family and close friends, had a very gentle spirit and often put the needs and feelings of others ahead of her own.  She was very passionate about literature and loved music.  Alisa loved animals and rescued several dogs throughout years.  She always opened her home to any child that needed a meal or a place to stay.    Mrs. Kelly was  native of Lumberton, NC.  She graduated from Lumberton High School and went on to attend UNC-Pembroke.  When her children were young, she stayed home and raised them.  She re-entered the workforce and became co-owner of Ridgewood Manor, where she served as the Admission Coordinator and later, Activities Director.  Alisa was a member of the First Christian Church in Washington, NC.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the home on Sunday, April 17, 2011.  A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, April 18, 2011 at First Christian Church, officiated by Dr. Michael Price.  Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery.  Kyle Cochran, William Cochran, Ray Faulkner, Lee Latham, George Mitchell, and Sean Weaver will serve as pallbearers.  Mrs. Kelly will lie in state on Sunday evening, from 1:00 to 9:00 PM at Hillside Funeral Service for public viewing, and at the church, one hour prior to service.  Hillside Funeral Service & Cremations has been given the honor of being entrusted with serving the Kelly family.  (Hillside Funeral Service)

Clyde Bernice Kelly

Clyde Bernice Kelly of Chocowinity died Sunday at Beaufort County Hospital.  Services were to at 11 a.m. today at Clements Funeral Home in Durham.  Burial was to be in Woodlawn Memorial Park in Durham with Dr. Jerry Harper officiating.  He had been a resident of Beaufort County for 26 years.  He was a retired golf course superintendent at Seascape Gold Course in Kitty Hawk.  He is survived by his wife, Artie Lamm Kelly; three daughters: Mrs. Pat K. Early of Raleigh, Mrs. Nancy Creech of Knightdale and Mrs. Becky Turner of Orange, Va.; a son, Don R. Kelly of Greensboro; three sisters: Hallie Belle Spencer of Hurt, Va., Mildred Graham of Durham and Geraldine Emory of Carolina Beach; a brother, Bill Kelly of Hurt; four grandchildren and a great-grandchild.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Tuesday, November 1, 1988)

Elizabeth Furman Kelly

Mrs. Elizabeth “Claudette” Furman Kelly, age 61, a resident of 710 Foreman Lane, Belhaven, NC went to be with her Lord on Tuesday November 19, 2013 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.  A funeral service will be held 12:00 Noon on Thursday November 21, 2013 at Smithton Baptist Church officiated by Dr. Burke Holland. Burial will follow in Ryder Hill Cemetery.  Mrs. Kelly was born in Norfolk, VA on September 3, 1952, daughter of the late Ira Bonner Sawyer and Elizabeth Ruth Stevens Furman Sawyer. She was a 1971 graduate of John A. Wilkinson High School. On December 6, 1984, she married Larry Rudolph Kelly who survives. Mrs. Kelly worked in production at Hamilton Beach and attended Smithton Baptist Church.  In addition to her husband, she is survived by her brothers: William Seth Sawyer and Bonner Sawyer both of Belhaven and Donald Furman of Blounts Creeks and her sister: Teresa Sawyer of Belhaven. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Nelson Furman.  The family will receive friends 11:00 AM until Noon on Thursday at Smithton Baptist Church and other times at her home.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Kelly family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Larry Rudolph Kelly

Mr. Larry Rudolph “Beanzie” Kelly, age 72, a resident of Foreman Lane, Belhaven, died Monday, December 10, 2018 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Smithton Baptist Church, Seed Tick Neck Road, Belhaven, conducted by Rev. Walter Taylor. Burial will follow in Ryder Hill Cemetery at Pamlico Beach.  Johnny Brooks, Johnny Rose, Vince Shavender, Buddy Shavender, Mike Davis and Hank Stoop will serve as pallbearers.  Mr. Kelly was born in Beaufort County on February 4, 1946. He was the son of the late James Denton Kelly and Bessie Modlin Kelly. Mr. Kelly graduated from Pantego High School and served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He worked as a truck driver for Shavender Trucking and later was a heavy equipment operator at PCS. He was a proud member of the N.R.A. Mr. Kelly was a member Shiloh Free Will Baptist Church and had attended Free Union Free Will Baptist Church and Smithton Baptist Church.  On December 6, 1984, Mr. Kelly married the former Elizabeth “Claudette” Furman, who preceded him in death, November 19, 2013.  Mr. Kelly is survived by his sister, Faye Kelly Shavender of Greenville and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents and his wife, Mr. Kelly was preceded in death by three brothers, Robert Kelly, Kenneth Kelly and Melborn Kelly.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at Paul Funeral Home in Belhaven.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Kelly family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Melburn Franklin Kelly, Sr.

Mr. Melburn Franklin Kelly, Sr., 69 of 550 Oak Ridge Lane, Belhaven, died Friday, April 04, 2008 at his home.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, April 7, 2008 in the Kelly Family Cemetery, Oak Ridge Lane, Belhaven with Pastor Bill Mobley and Medford Hopkins officiating.  Hank Stoop, Buddy Ward Webster, Bobby Cuthrell, Buddy Shavender, Tink Armstrong and Todd North will serve as pallbearers.  Bill Kelly and Bill Rose will be honorary pallbearers.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:30, Sunday, April 6, 2008 at Hillside Funeral Service.  Mr. Kelly, a lifelong resident of Beaufort County, was born March 20, 1939.  He was the son of the late James Denton Kelly and Bessie Modlin Kelly.  On August 24, 1962, he married the former Helen F. Howard.  He was self-employed as a heavy equipment operator in land development.  He was a member of Shiloh Free Will Baptist Church.  Survivors include his wife, Helen Howard Kelly; two daughters, Nikki Foreman of Belhaven and Lori Morgan of Bath; one son, Melburn Franklin Kelly, Jr. of Belhaven; one sister, Faye Shavender of Raleigh; two brothers, Kenneth Kelly of Greenville and Larry Kelly of Belhaven; and eleven grandchildren.  He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Cathy Kelly; one brother, Robert Kelly; and one grandson, John Lemuel Ross Nixon.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Sunday, April 6, 2008)

William A. Kendall

Mr. William "Bill" A. Kendall age 89, a resident of 17 Braddy Road, Highway 32, Washington, NC died Sunday, January 22, 2012 at River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Washington.  Funeral services will be held 11:00AM Thursday January 26, 2012 at Rosemary Church of Christ with Mike Caton and Ward Sullivan officiating. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens.  Mr. Kendall was born on December 12, 1922 in Lansdowne, Maryland, the son of the late Fredric Kendall and Ida Roberta Naeser Kendall. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Maryland in 1970. Bill served his country for 25 years until his retirement from the United States Army in which he served in the 11th Airborne and 4th Ranger Battalion during WWII. He participated in the Pacific Theater, Korea and later in Vietnam. Mr. Kendall worked with the North Carolina Department of Transportation Ferry Division where he worked at The Bayview terminal for 14 years.  He is survived by his wife Grace Sullivan Kendall of the home, two daughters, Margaret Ann Kendall Phelps and husband Carl of Germantown, Ohio; Joan Elizabeth Kendall Ward and husband Roger of Stewartstown, Pennsylvania; one sister, Margaret Kendall Gries of Colorado and his grandsons, Andrew Phelps and wife Viviane of Shrewsbury, PA and Matthew Ward of Stewartstown, PA. Mr. Kendall was preceded in death by two sons, William Kendall, Jr. and John Stephen Kendall, two brothers, Richard Kendall and Fred Kendall, and a sister Nancy Kendall Richey.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00PM at Rosemary Christ of Christ and other times at the home of Travis and Dottie Sullivan located at 8512 Highway 32 North, Washington, NC.  Pamlico Funeral and Cremation Service of Washington is serving the Kendall family.  (Pamlico Funeral & Cremation Service)

Gertrude Kenlaw

Mrs. Gertrude Kenlaw, of 825 N. Bridge St, Washington, died Tuesday, July 29, 2014, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.  Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm Wednesday August 6, 2014 at Mt Hebron Disciple Church  210 W 6th St, Washington, NC. Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington, NC. Visitation will be 6:00pm – 7:00pm Tuesday August 5, 2014 at L.R. Randolph Memorial Chapel. Other times the family will receive friends at the home.  Funeral arrangements by Leon Randolph Funeral Home 208 West MLK Jr. Drive Washington North Carolina.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Monday, August 4, 2014)

Donald Gray Kennedy

Mr. Donald Gray Kennedy, age 64, a resident of 104 DeMille Drive, Tranter’s Creek Estates, died Saturday, January 31, 2009 at his home.  Funeral services will be held 6 p.m. Tuesday evening, February 3, 2009 from the chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington, conducted by S. Ray West. The family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday evening following the service at the funeral home and other times at the home. Interment will be private.  The following will serve as pallbearers: Carl Perry, Ernie Coleman, Jeff Bullock, Jerry Boyd, Lee West and Ed Cherry.  Mr. Kennedy was born in Duplin County on February 4, 1944. He was the son of the late Burrell Kennedy and Bessie Miller Kennedy. Mr. Kennedy served in the U.S. Navy and later the National Guard. He was a retired supervisor with Sprint/Embarq. After his retirement, Mr. Kennedy worked at Bradford Creek Golf Course. He was a past member of the Optimist Club and the local National Guard unit. Mr. Kennedy was an avid golfer.  On December 14, 1973, Mr. Kennedy married the former Sylvia Brown, who survives.  Surviving with his wife are two sons, Donald Kennedy II and his wife, Brandon of Washington, Darren Kennedy of Wilson; two daughters, Deirdre Kennedy Lewis and her friend, Carl Perry of Washington, Donna Kennedy Russ of Wilson; five grandchildren, Tristin Worthington, Taylor Lewis, Tori Lewis, Kaylee Elks, and Walker Kennedy; a sister, Shirley McGee of Roseboro; and a brother, Roy Kennedy of Warsaw.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Kennedy was preceded in death by twin brother, Douglas Kennedy and brother, Sam Kennedy.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Kennedy Family.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Tuesday, February 3, 2009)

Rayford Louis Kennedy

Mr. Rayford Louis “Ray” Kennedy, age 78, a resident of North Shores Road, Washington, died Sunday, October 14, 2018 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.  Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at First Christian Church in Washington, conducted by Dr. Robert Cayton, Dr. Jacob Kines and Pastor Gillian Pollock. Burial with Red Men rites will follow at Oakdale Cemetery, Washington.  The following will serve as pallbearers: Sam Fulmer, Linwood Lewis, Ron Parsons, David Weatherly, Bryan Ross, and Robert Waters.  Mr. Kennedy was born in Duplin County on March 5, 1940. He was the son of Louis Allen Kennedy and Beulah Edwards Kennedy. Mr. Kennedy was self-employed in the roofing business for over 60 years. He was a member of First Christian Church, where he had served as Elder and Deacon. Mr. Kennedy also attended Graceway Holiness Church and Faith Free Will Baptist Church. He was a member of Tau Tribe #18, Improved Order of Red Men and a lifetime member of the Optimist Club.  Mr. Kennedy is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judith “Judy’ Jones Kennedy of the home; his children, Betty Jo Johns and husband, Philip of Clayton, N.C., Rayford Louis Kennedy, Jr. and wife, Deborah of Bear Grass, Carol Sue Munday and husband, Eric of Washington; 10 grandchildren, Jordan and Sydney Johns, Rayford and Elizabeth Kennedy, Michael and Josh Greenhaw, Koby and Savannah Munday, Kaleb and Laurie Woodson; two great grandchildren, Paisley and Deaglan Greenhaw and one sister, Faye Runyon of Beulaville.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Kennedy was preceded in death by three brothers, Ralph Kennedy, Cecil Kennedy and Jimmy Kennedy.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at First Christian Church, 307 East 3rd Street, Washington and other times at the home, 104 North Shores Road, Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Kennedy family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Claude B. Keyes

Claude B. Keyes of Philadelphia, formerly of Chocowinity, N.C., died Monday, Dec. 5, 2011.  A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011, with visitation at noon at Metropolition AME Zion Church, Washington.  Claude was born Dec. 9, 1935, to the late Leroy and Julia Chapman Keyes in Beaufort County. He attended P.S. Jones High School and served a tour of duty in the U.S. Army.  Survivors include two daughters: Tanya “Tammie” Keyes of Philadelphia, Pa., and Teresa Morton of Norfolk, Va.; four grandsons, one great-granddaughter, four sisters: Mildred K. Randolph of Washington, Velma “Val” K. Picone and Elsie K. Mason, both of Greensboro, N.C., and Lenora K. Porter of Philadelphia; two brothers: Leroy Keyes of Washington and Joseph Keyes of Philadelphia Pa.; a niece B.J. Keyes, raised as a sister, and nephew Alvin Keyes, raised as a brother.  The family will receive friends at the home of his sister, Mildred K. Randolph at 208 W. 7th St. and his niece, Barbara K. Phillips at 124 David Circle, Washington.  Arrangements are by Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. MLK Drive, Washington.   (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Wednesday, December 14, 2011)

Elijah Keyes, Sr.

Mr. Elijah Keyes Sr., 71, of 1106 Pierce St., Washington, died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2006, at Beaufort County Hospital.  A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in Spring Garden Missionary Baptist Church, Washington, with the Rev. Marcus Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington.  Mr. Keyes was born in Beaufort County on July 17, 1935. He was the son of the late John and Pinney Best Keyes. He was a 1955 graduate of P.S. Jones High School, Washington. On Nov. 1, 1970, he married Maude Gibbs Keyes, who survives. He was employed as a repairer with Mercer Shoe Shop, Washington, and a material handler with the former Hamilton Beach Co., Washington.  Survivors include three daughters, Angela Lilley of Philadelphia, Pa., and Patrese Keyes and Keisha Keyes, both of Washington; two sons, Bobby Williams of Middlesex and Elijah Keyes Jr. of Washington; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.  The family will receive friends at the home.  Arrangements are by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, October 14, 2006)

Ethel Godley Keyes

Mrs. Ethel Godley Keyes of 815 Northgate Drive, Washington, died Saturday, March 7, 2009, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Goddard.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in Davis Chapel Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. C.B. Gray officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery.  Mrs. Keyes was born June 19, 1925, the daughter of the late Joe Green and Ethel Howard Godley. She attended the Beaufort County Schools. She was married to William J. Keyes, who preceded her in death. She was a member of Davis Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, where she was a deaconess and a member of the Willing Workers Club.  Survivors include three daughters, Willie I. Goddard, Ethel B. Langley and Patricia Keys, all of Washington; five sons, CleArthur Keyes of Ohio, Joseph Godley of Greenville, Eric Godley of Washington, David Godley of Queens, N.Y., and Ronnie Godley of Colorado Springs, Colo.; one brother, Fenner Godley; one sister-in-kind, Katherlean Crandle; two goddaughters, Alice Lilley and Doris Moore; 32 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by one son, Oscar Keyes, and six siblings.  The family will receive friends today from 6-7 p.m. at Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington, and other times at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Goddard.  Arrangements are by Leon Randolph Funeral Home.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Friday, March 13, 2009)

Flora Lee Keyes

It was on August 5, 1938 in Blounts Creek, NC that Flora Lee Keyes was born to the late Thelma Green and Romes Keyes. On Sunday, March 14, 2021 she died at the home of her cousin, Jasper Moore in Blounts Creek, NC.  Flora attended school in Florence, NC and S.W. Snowden Elementary School in Aurora, NC. She graduated from S.W. High School in 1956. She attended NC Central University in which she earned her Bachelor & Masters Degrees in Home Economics.   She joined Reedy Branch African Methodist Zion Church in Blounts Creek, NC at an early age and remained a dedicated member until her death.  Flora loved her church and served in several capacities: Chairman of the Stewart Board, Class Leader No. 1, President of the Lay Council, Choir President and a member of the Deaconess Board. She was also an active member of the Washington District. Flora served as the vice-president and president of the Washington District Lay Council and sang in the Washington District Choir. Flora retired from the Wake County Public School System (Fuquay-Varina High School) after teaching for 35 years. She loved her God, her church, family and students.  She leaves to mourn her two sisters: Evelyn and Gloria Keyes, sister-in-love, Louise Ushry, two nieces: Demetria Williams and Caroline Atwater, one nephew: Calvin Ushry, Jr. and a host of relatives and friends.   The family would like to give thanks to Dewey & Shirley Stokes, Johnnie Moore, Alexis Moore, Jasper Moore, Juanita Wainwright, Angel Sprouse, London Sprouse and anyone else who helped us during Flora's illness.  A visitation will be held at 11:00 am, Friday March 19, 2021 at Joseph B. Paul Jr. & Washington Funeral & Cremation.  Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm, Friday March 19, 2021 at Joseph B. Paul Jr. & Washington Funeral & Cremation Chapel.  Interment will follow at Pamlico Memorial Gardens.  Joseph B. Paul Jr. & Washington Funeral & Cremation is serving the Keyes family.  (Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Home)

Hattie Loran Thigpen Keyes

Mrs. Hattie Loran Thigpen Keyes, 75, of 67 Jasmine Drive, Chocowinity, died Sunday, March 9, 2008, at Beaufort County Hospital in Washington.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Washington, with Bishop Carlton Keyes officiating. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery, Washington.  Mrs. Keyes was born in Hyde County on Sept. 22, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Dessie Farrow and Alfred Thigpen. She attended the Hyde County Schools. On June 18, 1976, she married Fred Keyes, who survives. She had been employed in home health care. She was a member of Mary’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Washington, where she served as Mother Deacon.  Survivors include three daughters, Josephine Copeland, Dollie Lawrence and Lorena Worsley, all of Washington; six sons, Peter Copeland of Stone Mountain, Ga., Frank Copeland of New York, Jimmy Copeland and Bennie Copeland, both of Brooklyn, N.Y., Billy Copeland of Greenville and Mackle Copeland of Washington; four sisters, Ada Coward and Rose Thigpen, both of Brooklyn, N.Y., Lillian Slade of Washington and Mary Blount of Swan Quarter; one brother, Gene Thigpen of Hyde County; 33 grandchildren and 68 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by one daughter, one son, one sister and three brothers.  The family will receive friends at the home.  Arrangements are by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Friday, March 14, 2008)

Jessie Marie Young Keyes

Mrs. Jessie Marie Young Keyes of 450 Keyesville Road, Washington, died Tuesday, June 20, 2006, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital, Greenville.  A funeral will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday in Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church, Washington, with the Rev. David L. Moore officiating. Burial will follow in the Keyes family cemetery.  Mrs. Keyes was born Dec. 9, 1927, the daughter of the late Dave and Delphia Barber Young. She attended the Hyde County schools. She was married to Samuel Keyes, who preceded her in death. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Terra Ceia, where she sang in the choir and served as a Mother of the church.  Survivors include two daughters, Alice Keyes Boyd of Washington and Niambi Keyes of Brooklyn, N.Y.; one stepson, Rayvon Moore of Washington, D.C.; two sisters, Delphia L. Basnight of Roper and Easter Jenkins of Washington; two brothers, Harold Young and Dave Young Jr. of Roper; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by one son, Samuel Keyes Jr.; two sisters, Gertrude Reddick and Rosanna Young; and three brothers, Harry, Fred and Roland Young.  A viewing will take place today from 1-8 p.m. at Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, June 24, 2006)

Barbara Thigpen Keys

Mrs. Barbra Thigpen Keys of 402 E. 10th Street Washington, NC died Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at Vidant Inpatient Hospice Greenville, NC. Funeral Services will be 2:30 pm Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014 at Cornerstone Family Worship Center 1918 W 5th St, Washington, NC Burial will follow Oakdale Cemetery Washington, NC. Visitation will be 5:00pm – 6:00pm Friday October 31, 2014 at L.R. Randolph Memorial Chapel. Other times at the family will receive friends at the home. Arrangements by Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. MLK, Jr. Drive, Washington, NC.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Thursday, October 30, 2014)

Dorothy V. Spencer Keys

Dorothy V. Keys, a truly remarkable woman, was born May 27, 1929 in Belhaven, NC to Evans Spencer Sr. and Martha Ann (nee Lovick) Spencer. She lived most of her life in the cities of Belhaven and Washington, N.C. A resident at Columbus Colony Elderly Care in Westerville, OH, a one of its kind nursing facility caring for those who are deaf and/or blind, she went to that special place Jesus prepared for her on March 10, 2007. She was married to Christopher C. Keys in 1956 until his death in 1966.  She was highly intelligent and a mostly self educated Christian woman, a graduate of the School for the Deaf in Raleigh, NC. Born deaf, she knew she would eventually become blind. She made no excuses or apologies for her handicap because she felt that God had richly blessed her. She was skilled at crafts, having done much of it after becoming blind. She received numerous commendations from the state of North Carolina and civic organizations for her work as a volunteer and social activities participant with deaf and/or blind groups at seminars, workshops and retreats. She lived alone, in an apartment electronically equipped to accommodate her, until she suffered a stroke in September 2006, which made it necessary for her to relocate to Ohio to be with relatives.  In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Maxine Ebron, Marybelle Dalton, Doris B. Bellamy, Darcelean Lamb and brother, Sampson R. Gibbs. She is survived by brothers, Evans (Joann) Spencer, Jr. of Zanesville, Ohio, and Samuel (Jean) Spencer of Parsippany, N.J. and several nieces and nephews and other relatives. She also leaves a host of friends, especially those at the Blind Center in Washington, N.C. She enjoyed meeting and communicating with new people. She loved to love and was loved by all who knew her.  Calling hours 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sat., April 14, 2007, at Burrell Funeral Services, 414 LaSalle St., Zanesville, Ohio 43701.  Service will be at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Elder Tyron C. Spencer. Cremation will take place.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Thursday, April 12, 2007)

Evelyn Elaine Keys

Evelyn Elaine Keys was born in New Bern, NC on October 1, 1944 to Romey and Thelma Green Keys of Blounts Creek, NC. She was the youngest of three (3) children. God called her home on Saturday, November 26, 2022 from her earthly home.  She grew up in Blounts Creek, NC and graduated from S. W. Snowden High School in Aurora, NC in 1962. Evelyn graduated from North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC with a B.A. degree in music. She also received several certificates in church music from Virginia Wesleyan College – Norfolk, VA and Shenandoah Conservatory – Winchester, VA.  As a child, she played the piano for Reedy Branch AME Zion Church in Blounts Creek, NC in which she was a member, and several churches in the surrounding community. As an adult, she worked for the Chesapeake Virginia Public School System as a Music Teacher, she played for several churches in Virginia during her stay there: Brighton Rock AME Zion Church, Portsmouth, Virginia, Second Calvary Baptist Church Male Chorus, Norfolk, VA and Gilmerton Star AME Zion Church, Chesapeake, VA.  After 35 years in Chesapeake, Virginia Public School System, she retired and returned home to Blounts Creek, NC. She played for the AME Zion Washington District Choir and Reedy Branch AME Zion Church until her health failed.  Evelyn leaves to cherish her memories her sister: Gloria Kaye Keyes, sister-in-love, Louise Ushry, two nieces: Demetria Williams and Caroline Wilson, one nephew: Calvin Ushry, Jr., her cousin, Jasper Moore and a host of relatives and friends.  Evelyn’s funeral service will be held on Monday, December 5, 2022, 12:00pm at Joseph B. Paul Jr. Funeral Service with burial taking place immediately following at Pamlico Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be held from 10:00am until the funeral hour.  The family would like to give thanks to Jasper Moore, Demetria Williams, Louise Ushry, Velma Cratch, Martez Cratch, Caroline Wilson, Juanita Williams, Angel Sprouse, M. Babashanian and anyone else who helped Gloria During Evelyn’s illness.  Joseph B. Paul Jr. Funeral Service is honored to be assisting the Keys family.  (Joseph B. Paul Jr. Funeral Home)

Floyd Lesley Keys

Mr. Floyd Lesley Keys, 69, of 5873 Bonnerton Road, Edward, died Monday, June 16, 2008, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday in Saint John Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Edmond J. Moore officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  Mr. Keys was born in Beaufort County on June 7, 1939. He was the son of the late Maggie J. and Abner Keys Sr. He was a graduate of the former S.W. Snowden High School. He was a member of Saint John Free Will Baptist Church.  Survivors include one son, Darren Keys of Union City, N.J.; and two sisters, Annie Washington of Blounts Creek, and Florence Marilyn Anderson of Grimesland.  He was preceded in death by his siblings, Ethel Ross, Abner Keys Jr., Joyce Keys and Margie Smith.  The family will receive friends at the home of Terry Keys, 5803 Bonnerton Road, Edward.  The family will receive friends today from 7-8:30 p.m. at Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home, Washington.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Saturday, June 21, 2008)

Joyce Keys

Ms. Joyce Keys, 63, of 500 E. Third St., Greenville, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007.  A funeral will be conducted Sunday at noon in St. John’s Free Will Baptist Church, Blounts Creek. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The body may be viewed Sunday from 11 a.m. to noon at St. John’s Free Will Baptist Church, Blounts Creek.  Arrangements are by Don Brown Funeral Home, Ayden.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Sunday, January 21, 2007)

Mae Lou Keys

Mrs. Mae Lou Keys, 74, of 136 Hickory Drive Washington, NC died on March 24, 2022 at Vidant Medical Center.  Funeral Services will be 12:00Noon Wednesday March 30, 2022, at Metropolitan AME  Zion Church 102 W. MLK Jr. Dr.  Washington, NC.  Visitation will be 4:00- 7:00 pm Tuesday March 29, 2022, at L. R. Memorial Chapel 208 W. MLK Jr. Dr. Washington, NC. Visitation will be 2hr prior to the services at the church Wednesday 10am-12pm.  Burial will follow Cedar Hill Cemetery Washington, NC.  The family will receive family and friends at the home of her daughter Mary Goddard, 710 Northgate, Washington, NC.  Arrangements by Leon Randolph Funeral Home 208 West Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Washington, NC.  (Leo Randolph Funeral Home)

Thomas B. Keys

Capt. Thomas B. Keys, 74, Flamingo Drive, Orlando, died Thursday, May 20, of congestive heart failure. Mr. Keys was retired from the U.S. Army and was a U.S. history and literature writer. Born in Washington, N.C., he moved to Central Florida in 1950. A Protestant, he also was a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans of America. He was a veteran of World War II. Survivors: wife, Virginia; brother, Robert C. Jr., Washington, N.C. Carey Hand Cox-Parker Funeral Home, Winter Park.  (The Orlando Sentinel (Orlando, FL) – May 22, 1993; pg. B4)

William Oakley Keys

Mr. William Oakley Keys, 70, a resident of New Bern Health Care Center, New Bern, and formerly of Blounts Creek, died Sunday, Aug. 6, 2006.  A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in Saint John Free Will Baptist Church with Bishop John McClaney officiating. Burial will follow in the Keyes family cemetery, Blounts Creek.  Mr. Keys was born in Beaufort County on Aug. 24, 1935. He was the son of the late Grace M. and Booker T. Keys, Sr. He attended the Beaufort County schools.  Survivors include four brothers, Bunyon Keys and Vincient Keys, both of Blounts Creek, and Booker T. Keys, Jr. and Vance F. Keys, both of Jacksonville; and one sister, Nancy G. Keys of Jacksonville.  The family will receive friends today from 7 p.m. -8 p.m. at Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home, Washington, and other times at the home of his brother, Bunyon Keys, 650 Core Point Road, Blounts Creek.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Thursday, August 10, 2006)

James Edward Kibler

James Edward Kibler, age 72, departed this life Monday, July 15, 2019, and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Mr. Kibler has resided in Washington, NC, since October 2016. He formerly lived in Fleming Island, FL. He is the husband of Judy Carol Smith Kibler with whom he has shared 36 years of marriage.  Born in Baltimore, MD on October 11, 1946, Jim was the son of the late Edward Grande Kibler and Margaret Wessel Kibler. He graduated from Towson High School in Towson, MD. Jim served in the U. S. Navy. He completed an apprenticeship with the Department of the Navy and retired as an aircraft electrician. He was a past member of the Barber Shop Harmony Association and loved music. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Washington and a former member of First Baptist Church of Jacksonville, FL.  Surviving with his wife are a son, Andrew James Bowers of Grand Junction, CO, and cousins.  Jim was a loving, devoted husband who loved life, his wife, his son, and Jesus. His life was characterized by thankfulness and appreciation.  Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Friday, July 19, 2019 at the First Baptist Church in Washington conducted by Dr. Greg Barmer. Burial with military honors will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.  Alan Berry, Chuck Bateman, Linwood Broadway, Jack Cherry, James Broadway and W. Joe Newman will serve as pallbearers.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until the funeral hour Friday at the church.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Kibler family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Hester Anne Bizzell Kidd

Hester Anne Kidd, age 92, a resident of Washington, passed away peacefully at her home on April 13, 2022.   A funeral service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Washington officiated by Greg Barmer on April 25 at 2:00 pm. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery of Washington. Steve Walker, Brick Brown, Bobby Rees, Jimmy Leach, Jamie Johnson, Tom Dunnigan, Hodges Hackney and Dawson Rascoe will serve as pallbearers.  Hester Anne was a native of Newton Grove where she was born on April 13, 1930. She received her degree in Music Education from Women’s College, now UNC Greensboro, in 1951. She married Dr. William Edward Kidd on July 28, 1951.  She was a devoted wife and mother, doting grandmother who loved spending time with her grandchildren, caring friend and gracious hostess who loved entertaining.  During Hester Anne’s years in Washington, she was a very active member at the First Baptist Church where she taught music to children, sang in the adult choir for many years and participated in Sunday school classes and bible study. She participated in several bridge groups and loved working the daily crossword puzzle and Cryptoquote. Hester Anne was a longstanding member of the Addisco Book Club where she would present unique obituaries that she collected.  Hester Anne is survived by her son, Henry Matthews Kidd and wife, Amanda Kidd, daughter- in- law, Jane Kidd and three grandchildren, Henry Matthews Kidd, Jr. and wife Samara, Anne Rowland Kidd and William Bryan Kidd, along with numerous nieces and cousins.  Hester Anne was predeceased by her husband and her son William Edward Kidd, Jr., a brother, Reverend Henry A. Bizzell, Jr. and her sister, Ruth Hudson Hamilton.  The family will receive friends after the service at her home located at 281 Riverside Road, Washington.  The Kidd family would like to thank Community Home Care & Hospice and wonderful caregivers Wanda Swain, Penney Doughtie, Sheila Lassiter, Sandra Keech, Vernice Hawkins, Dee Bailey and Faye Floyd for their loving care.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Tammy Annette Kidd

Tammy Annette Kidd, age 61, of Chocowinity, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 15, at her home.  Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced.  She was born on April 1, 1960, to the late Shade and Sylvia (Jones) Woolard in Beaufort County, NC. After starting a family, Tammy returned to school to become a Phlebotomist and then worked at the local hospital.  A self-proclaimed homebody, Tammy had a great love for her family, her church, and the Carolina Panthers. Whenever possible, Tammy could be found out by the pool with her dog and cat close by.  Tammy is survived by her son, Jared Shea Buck; fiancée, Scott Baytala; three aunts, Lois Chandler, Neva Woolard and Alma Dean Harmon; Uncle, RS Woolard; and her great aunt, Eula Jones .  Along with her parents, Tammy is preceded in death by her sister Monica Godley.  Tammy's untimely passing has left the family with many unexpected bills at this already difficult time.  Joseph B. Paul Jr. Washington Funeral and Cremation are honored to be assisting the Kidd family.  (Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Home)

William Edward Kidd, Jr.

RALEIGH - William Edward Kidd, Jr., “Bill Ed”, 62, died April 18, 2017 following a brief illness.  Bill Ed was born April 4, 1955 in Washington, NC to Dr. William Edward Kidd, Sr. and Hester Anne Bizzell Kidd. He was preceded in death by his father.  He leaves behind his wife of 28 years, Jane Surles Kidd; his beloved daughter, Anne Rowland Kidd; his mother; his brother, Henry Matthews Kidd, and wife, Amanda Wester Kidd; his nephews, Henry Matthews Kidd, Jr. and William Bryan Kidd; and his sweet dog, Kiddo.  Bill Ed graduated from Virginia Episcopal School in 1973 and North Carolina State University in 1977. He was the co-owner of Kidd Brothers Plumbing Company until 2014.  Bill Ed was a lover of the water and sports such as kayaking and boating, but especially surfing. He spent so much of his time relaxing by the water. Bill Ed was a passionate environmentalist and found such comfort amidst nature. He was an enthusiastic lover of the arts. Bill Ed had a wonderful sense of humor and was always cracking jokes. His laugh and smile will forever be missed.  Service will be held at First Baptist Church of Washington, Washington, NC, April 22, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation to follow at 281 Riverside Road, Washington, NC 27889.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Paul Funeral Home, Washington, NC.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Louise Proctor Kidwell

Mrs. Louise Proctor Kidwell, age 75, a resident of 108 Deep Run Road, Washington died Friday evening, August 31, 2007 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital.  A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday September 6, 2007 at the Mother of Mercy Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens.   The family will receive friends 7:00-9:00 PM Tuesday and Wednesday at Paul Funeral Home in Washington and other times at the home.  Mrs. Kidwell owned and operated H & R Block/LPK Accounting Service.  Complete arrangements will be announced by Paul Funeral Home in Washington.  (Paul Funeral Home obituary posted Saturday, September 1, 2007)

Ruth Evelyn Albertson Kilby

Mrs. Ruth Evelyn Albertson Kilby, age 92, a resident of 64 Clarendon Avenue, Bath, died Sunday, January 1, 2017 at her home.  Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at Bayview Cemetery at Bayview, conducted by Craig Godley.  Mrs. Kilby was born in Beaufort County on May 13, 1924. She was the daughter of the late Louis Albertson and Nola Godley Albertson. Mrs. Kilby was a homemaker. Before moving to Bath, she lived in Chesapeake, Va. and attended Arbor Grove Baptist Church. In her spare, Mrs. Kilby loved gardening and cooking.  Mrs. Kilby was married to Rufus William Kilby, who preceded her in death, May 22, 1996.  She is survived by three sons, Rufus William Kilby, Jr. and wife, June of Bath, Ronald B. Kilby and wife, Frankie of Bayview, Jim Sawyer of Virginia; a daughter, Retha Pearl Furlough and husband, Charles of Roper; a brother, Albert Ray Albertson; and several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Eddie Albertson.  In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Kilby was preceded in death by a daughter, Ruth Ann Gurley and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.  The family will receive friends at the home.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Kilby family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

James Mattocks Killingsworth

James Mattocks Killingsworth, 81, of the 1300 block of Little Neck Road, died Nov. 22, 1997, in Virginia Beach General Hospital.  Mr. Killingsworth was the loving husband of Ruth Hurd Killingsworth. Born in Washington, N.C., he spent most of his life in Norfolk and Virginia Beach. He graduated from Maury High School. He was predeceased by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Thomas Killingsworth, and his brother, Thomas Hammond Killingsworth.  He retired in 1968 as an equipment specialist from the Naval Air Systems Command Representative Atlantic, Naval Air Station, Norfolk. He taught seamanship, navigation and piloting for the Power Squadron of America and chemical warfare for the Navy Department. He was a member of Lynnhaven United Methodist Church and the Lynnhaven United Methodist Men. He was a member of Masonic Berkley Lodge No. 167, AF&AM.  Survivors, in addition to his wife Ruth, include several nieces and nephews.  A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Lynnhaven United Methodist Church by his pastor, Thomas D. Maddrey. Burial will be in Riverside Memorial Park Cemetery in Norfolk with Masonic rites. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the building fund, Lynnhaven United Methodist Church. Following burial, the family will receive friends at the church. Kellum Funeral Home, Bonney Road Chapel, is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – November 24, 1997; pg. B4)

Robert “Dock” Benjamin Killingsworth

BELHAVEN - Robert “Dock” Benjamin Killingsworth, 76, of 135 Killingsworth Lane passed away on Monday, June 8, 2009 at Beaufort County Medical Center.  He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict.  He was retired as Maintenance Supervisor with Smith Douglas Fertilizer of Kinston for 18 years, and the Selby Company in Belhaven for 15 years.  Dock was a member of the VFW in Pamlico County and served as a Deacon at Holy Family Ministry in Belhaven.  He was preceded in death by his “Brother”, Marcellous McNeil.  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2009 from the chapel of Garner Funeral Home with Reverend Amos Sykes and Father Nicholas Ibarra officiating.  Interment will follow in Westview Cemetery with Military Honors.  Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Helen W. Killingsworth of the home; his daughters, Terry Hendricks of Belhaven and Beth Harrell of Maysville; his sons, Robert Gary “Bud” Killingsworth of the home and Todd Jarman and wife, Suzanne of the home; his daughter-in-law, Diane Woolard of Roanoke Rapids and a son-in-law, Terry A. Hendricks of Pungo; five grandchildren, Michelle Smith of Washington, Tyler and Kaleb Jarman, both of Roanoke Rapids, Mary Hannah Jarman of the home and Jonathan Byrd of Maysville; great grandchildren, Connor, Kendall and Cameron Smith, all of Washington; step-grandchildren, Austin, Haley and Aaron Cherry and Thomas Hurdle, all of the home; his sisters, Sarah Andrews of Trenton, Mary Tyndall of Kinston; his brother, Dan Killingsworth of Trenton; niece, Sandra Andrews of Trenton and nephew, Ronnie Andrews of Greenville.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, one hour prior to the service.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Wednesday, June 10, 2009)

Alice Evonne King

Alice Evonne King, 67, of Washington, passed away on April 10, 2022 at  Vidant Beaufort Hospital of Washington, NC.  She was born on January 20, 1955, to the late Thomas Cobb and Doris Gibbs in Washington, NC.  She was a very happy and sweet woman with an amazing sense of humor.  She loved to make everyone laugh and was highly protective of her family who she loved fiercely.  Alice would always stop, even for just a moment, to say “I love you.”  When those words were said… you knew she meant it.  She enjoyed playing card games and her favorite card game was spades.  Anytime someone went to the store, she would always ask for a cake and a soda.  Alice is survived by her , Three Daughters, Alicia Gibbs, Latisha Gibbs and Gail Gibbs (Thairbie Godley); Son and daughter in law, Teriell and Gena Gibbs; two brothers, Thomas and Renwick Gibbs; two sisters, Debra (Isaac) Blount, and Painsey Gibbs; ten granddaughters, Quintessa Gibbs, Niquanza Gibbs, Eva Whitaker, Emoni Gibbs, Keallayha Gibbs, Eniequa Peele, Teyonah Whitaker, Dormetria McCuller, Christine Godley, Trinity Gibbs; seven grandsons, Charles Whitaker, Donquest Peele, Deveon Whitaker, Thairbie Godley, Jr., Quincey Gibbs, Ezekiel  Gibbs, and Caleb  Gibbs; 22 great grandchildren and a plethora of nieces and nephews who will all miss her presence greatly.  Along with her parents, Alice was also preceded in death by her daughter, Kendra Gibbs.  There are no funeral services planned at this time.  Joseph B. Paul Jr. Funeral Service is honored to be assisting the King family.  (Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Home)

Audrey Parker King

Mrs. Audrey Parker King, 96, died Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007, at Autumnfield of Belhaven.  She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leon C. Parker. She was married to Durward Elbert King, who preceded her in death.  Survivors include a son, Durward Elbert King Jr. of Bath, four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her son Chen Parker King.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the King family.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Monday, December 17, 2007)

James King

James King, of the 3500 block of Killam Ave., died Dec.10, 1993, in a local hospital.  He was born in Belhaven, N.C., and was a veteran of the Marine Corps.  Survivors include his mother, Rebecca Gibbs King; two sisters, Garoldine Loyd of Norfolk and Louise Boone of Newark, Calif.; one brother, Henry King Jr. of Seaside, Calif.; and a host of nieces and nephews.  A funeral will be conducted at noon Saturday in Faith Temple Church of God in Christ by Elder James B. Williams. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Friends may join the family at the residence. Graves Funeral Home is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – December 16, 1993; pg. D2)

Lance Earl King, Sr.

Mr. Lance Earl King, Sr., age 71, a resident of Whootentown Road, Washington, NC died Sunday, January 15, 2017 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital. Lance was born December 7, 1945 to the late Olivia Graddy King and Harvey King in Beaufort County, NC. He was a graduate of Washington High School and was a retired welder for Coastal Industries. Lance enjoyed fishing, fixing cars, and most of all he enjoyed his family and friends. Lance is survived by his wife, Victoria Seward King, one daughter, Stacey King Anthony of Williamston, NC, one son, Lance Earl King, Jr., of Greenville, NC, two sisters, Olivia King and Camilla King Cherry, both of Philadelphia, four grandchildren, Anthony Jordan King, Bryce Spencer King, Saige Elizabeth King, and Rashaad Tucker. A celebration of his life will be held 2:00 pm, Saturday, February 4, 2017 at St. Luke Disciples of Christ with Pastor Collins officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Friday, February 3, 2017 at Hillside Funeral Service & Cremations.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Norma Paramore King

Mrs. Norma Ann Paramore King, age 82, a resident of Greenville, NC died Thursday October 27, 2022 at her home.  Mrs. King was born in Beaufort County on November 23, 1939, to the late Ira Paramore and Mary Louise Mayo. On October 2, 1964, she married Robert John King. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, walking, travelling, especially the Blue Ridge Mountains, and cleaning house.  Survivors include her four sons, Johnallen King of Greenville, Richard King of Greenville, Mark King and wife Tiffany of Greenville, Erik King and wife Shannan of Pink Hill, five grandchildren, three great grandchildren and two brothers.  She is preceded in death by her husband, 2 sisters, and five brothers.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the King family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Walter Darrell King, Sr.

Mr. Walter Darrell King Sr., 73, of 4360 Old Blounts Creek Road, Chocowinity, died Monday, May 15, 2006, at Beaufort County Hospital. A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington, with Marty Alligood officiating.  Mr. King was born March 27, 1933, the son of the late Algia and Lillian Gertrude Buck King. He served in the Navy. He was married to Margaret Whitaker King, who survives. He was owner/operator of W & W Auto in Chocowinity and was also a retired electrician.  Survivors include one son, Walter King Jr. of Grimesland; one sister, Lucy King Waller of Richmond, Va.; two stepdaughters, Staff Sgt. Aimee Minniti-Watson of Fort Bragg and Jacqui Fontes of Raeford; three grandchildren and three step-grandchildren.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Wednesday, May 17, 2006)

Iva Lane Roberson Kinion

Mrs. Iva Lane Roberson Kinion, 78, of Edenton, died Monday, Dec. 1, 2008, at Golden Living Center in Greenville.  A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in Macedonia Christian Church with Greg Sexton officiating.  Mrs. Kinion was born in Beaufort County on Jan. 18, 1930. She was the daughter of Hoyt and Rebecca Leggett Roberson. She married James Albert Kinion in 1956 who preceded her in death Sept. 25, 2006. She was retired as a guidance counselor with the North Carolina public school system. She was a member of Edenton United Methodist Church.  Survivors include two sons, Wyn Kinion of Williamston and Ken Kinion of Raleigh; one sister, Eleanor “Brownie” Everett of Bryan, Texas, and two grandchildren.  The family will receive friends at the home of her son, Wyn Kinion, 2371 W. Bear Grass Road, Williamston.  Arrangements are by Biggs Funeral Home.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Wednesday, December 3, 2008)

Clydie Faye Wainwright Kinnion

Mrs. Clydie Faye Wainwright Kinnion, age 77, a resident of 1452 Durham Creek Road, Blounts Creek, NC died Sunday October 31, 2010 at her home.  A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday November 2, 2010 at Edward Christian Church officiated by Pastor David Linton and Pastor Ray Webb. Burial will follow in Warren Memorial Cemetery. Brandon Richards, Frank Richards, Danny Taylor, Richard Donoflio, Dalton Bennett and Kyle Burgess will serve as pallbearers.  Mrs. Clydie Faye was born in Pitt County on July 6, 1933 daughter of the late Jesse Wainwright and the late Berdie Estelle Worthington Wainwright. She was a graduate of Aurora High School. Mrs. Clydie Faye married Willard Blonnie Kinnion who preceded her in death on February 12, 2009. She dedicated her life to her family as a homemaker to her church as a devoted member of Edward Christian Church and a valued member of her community.  Survivors include a son: Jesse H. Kinnion and his wife Carol of Blounts Creek; a sister: Mary Fleming of Blounts Creek; two Grandsons: and Granddaughters in law: Jason Donald Kinnion and Danielle of Charlotte and Kevin Michael Kinnion and Alicia Deans of Blounts Creek and a great grandson: Kevin Michael Kinnion, Jr. of Blounts Creek. Mrs. Clydie Faye was preceded in death by three sisters: Sybil Banks, Estelle Banks and Dorothy Mae Wainwright and five brothers: Earl Wainwright, Clifton Wainwright, Jack Wainwright, Clarence Wainwright and Johnnie Wainwright.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM till the funeral Hour Tuesday at the church and at other times at the home of Mrs. Clydie Faye’s son Jesse located at 7271 Core Point Road, Blounts Creek, NC.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is honored to serve the Kinnion family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Maxine Boyd Kinnion

Mrs. Maxine Boyd Kinnion, age 81, a resident of Blounts Creek, NC died Friday February 12, 2021 at Grantsbrook Nursing Center in Grantsboro.  Due to the current pandemic a private memorial service, for family, will be held later at Warren Memorial Cemetery of Blounts Creek.  Mrs. Kinnion was born in Beaufort County on November 5, 1939, daughter of the late George Allen Boyd, Sr., and the late Alice Winiford Lee Boyd.  She was a 1957 graduate of Aurora High School.  On April 12, 1958 she married William “Billy” Earl Kinnion who preceded her in death on April 7, 1989.  She dedicated her time as a homemaker who also worked some in the Cosmetology field.  Mrs. Kinnion loved the outdoors and never knew a stranger, which inspired her to be able to talk to anyone.  She worshiped her God at Edward Christian Church.  Survivors include a son: William Patrick Kinnion and wife Micki of Blounts Creek and a sister: Opel Rowe Nixon of Blounts Creek. She was predeceased along with her parents and husband by two brothers: George Allen Boyd and George Allen Rowe.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Kinnion family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

 Willard Blonnie Kinnion

Mr. Willard Blonnie Kinnion, age 79, a resident of 1452 Durham Creek Road, Blounts Creek, died Thursday, February 12, 2009 at his home.  Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2009 at Warren Memorial Cemetery, Hwy 33, Blounts Creek, conducted by Pastor David Linton.  The following will serve as pallbearers: Russell Warren, Brian Warren, Dalton Bennett, Kyle Burgess, Mayhew Banks, Beau Bey.  Mr. Kinnion was born in Beaufort County on October 28, 1929. He was the son of the late Willard Harold Kinnion and Mary Lyle Tuten Kinnion. Mr. Kinnion served in the U.S. Army. On August 28, 1958 he married the former Clydie Faye Wainwright who survives. He was a retired mill operator at PCS in Aurora. Mr. Kinnion worked as a commercial fisherman as long as his health permitted. He was a member of the Edward Christian Church, the National Rifle Association and former member of the Blueberry Hunting Club.  Survivors include his wife, Clydie Faye Wainwright Kinnion of the home; one son, Jesse Harold Kinnion and his wife, Carol of Blounts Creek; two grandsons and granddaughters in law, Jason Donald Kinnion and Danielle of Charlotte, Kevin Michael Kinnion and Alicia Deans of Blounts Creek; great grandson, Kevin Michael Kinnion, Jr.; and two brothers, Harold Randolph Kinnion of Blounts Creek, James Cleon Kinnion of Georgia. In addition to his parents, Mr. Kinnion was preceded in death by a brother, William Earl “Billy” Kinnion.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Kinnion family.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Saturday, February 14, 2009)

Annabelle Kinsey

School cafeterias are rarely known for their gourmet offerings, but the kids and teachers who lunched on food prepared by Annabelle Kinsey had no complaints.  Kinsey, head cook for the Philadelphia School District for 25 years, took pride in her culinary skills, and the pupils and teachers of four schools were the beneficiaries.  Her specialty was Southern cooking, and she frequently deviated from the schools' prepared menus to thrill her young customers with a taste of the soul.  Kinsey, who spent her life as a cook, both with the school system and with private families in the Philadelphia area and up and down the East Coast, and who was the matriarch of a large family whose help and advice were cherished by two generations, died Saturday. She was 83 and lived in Germantown.  She was born in Pantego, N.C., to Murphy and Ophelia Belle Gibbs-Adams. The family moved to Philadelphia in 1928.  She began cooking for private families in the Philadelphia area, and word of her skills soon spread among the well-off who could afford their own cooks, and she had plenty of work.  Sometimes, when a family moved to another state, they asked her to come along. She took her talents as far away as New York and Florida.  With the school district, Kinsey cooked at the Roosevelt Middle School, Germantown and Shall-cross high schools, and Saul Technical High School, from which she retired in 1986.  She married Quitman Kinsey, an employee of the old Pennsylvania Railroad, in 1937. He died in 1991.  Last year, Kinsey got some unwanted attention when the Social Security Administration declared her dead. Her pension checks stopped coming, and it took several months for her and her family to convince the government that she was very much alive.  Her plight, and those of other area residents who suffered the same fate, was chronicled in the Daily News last January and led to many of the "dead" being restored to life.  Kinsey was big on family life, and she had a big family to deal with. There were her own seven children, and then came grandkids, great-grandkids and, eventually, great-great grandkids.  The family moved from a four-bedroom house to a seven-bedroom house to accommodate the crowd.  And there would be Kinsey in the kitchen, stirring up her collard greens and other soul-food specialties for the steadily expanding family.  "Thanksgiving and Christmas were big occasions," said her granddaughter, Kimberly Johnson. "The house would be packed. Everybody came to her house.  "We loved her food," she said. "I grew up on it. She loved entertaining family and friends. She was well-known in the neighborhood, especially in the supermarkets where she bought the food.  "She always had something around for you to nibble on.  "She was a happy person, but she always spoke her mind. And she had a great sense of humor. She made you laugh no matter what you were going through.  "She taught us what a family is."  Kinsey was a matriarch whose door was always open, her granddaughter said.  "You could always talk to her," Kimberly said, "and she gave good advice: respect your elders, and save your money.  "She used to say if you make five dollars a week, put one dollar aside. Make sure you never ask anyone for anything, but, if you do, be sure to pay it back.  "When I had my daughter, she was premature, and grandmom was with me every step of the way. She would smuggle food to me in the hospital.  "She made me the woman I am today."  Kinsey is survived by two daughters, Joanne Marshall and Lucy Kinsey; two sons, Salas and Theodore Kinsey; a sister, Vida Moore; 11 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  She was predeceased by three sons, Quitman Jr., Howard and Murphy.  Services: Memorial service 11 a.m. tomorrow at the Beckett-Brown Funeral Home, 5618 Baynton St.  (Philadelphia Daily News (Philadelphia, PA) – November 1, 2002; pg. 80)

Bill H. Kinsey, Sr.

Dr. Bill H. Kinsey, Sr., age 92, retired veterinarian and resident of 106 Spruce Street, Washington Park, died Friday, February 23, 2007, at his home.  Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, February 26, 2007, at Second Baptist Church, Washington, conducted by Dr. Phil Hayes and the Rev. William Gay. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.  Deacons of the Second Baptist Church will serve as active pallbearers. Members of his Sunday school class will serve as honorary pallbearers.  Dr. Kinsey was born in Coinjock, N.C., on August 4, 1914. He was the son of the late Benjamin Cull Kinsey and Alice Garrington Kinsey. Dr. Kinsey did his undergraduate work at Wake Forest University. He studied veterinary medicine at Auburn University. Dr. Kinsey’s practice served the area from Wilmington to the Outer Banks. He was a member of the North Carolina State Veterinarian Association, where he held several offices. Dr. Kinsey was a member of Second Baptist Church. He served on the Beaufort County Hospital Board, Beaufort County Board of Health and the Washington Park Board. Dr. Kinsey was a Beaufort County Hospital volunteer and assisted with the Meals on Wheels program  Dr. Kinsey was married to the former Margaret Cochrane, who preceded him in death in January 1998.  Survivors include his son, Dr. Bill H. Kinsey, Jr. of Zimbabwe; his daughter, Lynne Asby and her husband, James, of Cary, N.C.; a granddaughter, Margaret Peykamian and her husband, Shahram, of Cary; a grandson, Todd Asby and his wife, Emily, of Raleigh; and four great-grandchildren, Roxanna Lynne Peykamian, Layla Grace Peykamian, Shane Douglas Asby and Sarah Elizabeth Asby.  The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, February 25, 2007, at Second Baptist Church and other times at his home.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Kinsey family.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Monday, February 26, 2007)

William Larry Kinsey

William Larry Kinsey, 60, fondly known as “Kinsey”, of 1116 Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, N. C. passed away Thursday, December 4, 2008, at his home with his family by his side, after a long battle with auto-immune disease.   A funeral service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Sunday at the Hunter’s Bridge Church of Christ.  Arthur (Bud) Ball, Steve Bryan and Curtis White will officiate.  Visitation will follow in the church fellowship hall.  Entombment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday in Pamlico Memorial Gardens in Washington.  Pallbearers will be Randy Rutledge, Alex Lee, Jesse Jefferson, Julian Cutler, Douglas Bright, Mitchell Keech, Ivory (Jack) Windley,  Bobby Hanna, Guy Cutler, Marshall Lilley, Donnie Cutler and Bobby Lilley.  Honorary Pallbearers will be the staff and employees of Twiford Funeral Home in Elizabeth City.  Larry was born in Wilson County, N. C. on February 22, 1948, son of the late William Lindo and Edith Wiggs Kinsey.  He was reared in Kenly, N. C. and was a 1966 graduate of North Johnston High School in Kenly and a 1968 graduate of Dallas Institute of Mortuary Science, Dallas, Texas.  As of December 2, 2008, he had been a N. C. Board of Funeral Service licensee for 40 years,   His strong desire to become a funeral director came at the early age of 14.  Larry served his apprenticeship under the late J. Bonner Paul at Paul  Funeral Home. After his mortuary school training he began at Mitchell Funeral Home in Raleigh and later became a partner/owner in Paul Funeral Home from 1977 to 1991.  He was the founder of Hillside Funeral Service, where he was partner/owner from 1997 until his untimely dismissal in December, 2003.  For the past five years he has been a funeral director with Twiford Funeral Home of Elizabeth City.  He was also co-owner of Pamlico Memorial Gardens from October, 2002 until December, 2007.  Larry was always very civic minded, he was instrumental in getting the first rescue squad in Beaufort County and in recent years served on the board of Broad Creek EMS.  He volunteered at Washington Fire Department for many years.  He had been a member of the Washington Evening Rotary Club where he served as president in  1985-1986 and received the Rotarian of the Year Award in 1984 and 1989, and was a recipient of the Paul Haris Fellow Award.  In recent years he had been a member of the Elizabeth City Rotary Club, where he served as treasurer.  He was a member of the Bath Lions Club, where he received the 100% Club Award in 2001-02.  He received the Service Award in 2000-02 from the Washington/Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce.  He had been a recipient of the Outstanding  Young Men of America in 1983 and  the Distinguished Service Award by the Washington Jaycees. He was a member of Hunter’s Bridge Church of Christ.    Larry always considered  Beaufort County his home, and told people that he lived in Pinetown, “God’s Country”.  He loved people, could carry on a conversation with a complete stranger, a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan and N. C. State fan.  Mowing the yard was a chore he adored, and loved to go to Williamsburg, VA.  Survivors include his loving wife of nearly 18 years, Vickie Tetterton Kinsey, having been married on May 10, 1991; a daughter, Tanna Bishop-Kinsey of the home and her special someone Eric Clayton; mother-in-law, Minnie Burford of the home, known to him as “Me-Ma” and his loving cat, “Pooter”, and many wonderful aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  The family will receive friends at the home and after the service on Sunday night at the church.  Memorials may be made to Hunter’s Bridge Church of Christ, c/o A. W. Cooke, 209 Barwick Drive, Washington, NC 27889 or Blind Center of Washington, 221 North Harvey Street, Washington NC 27889.  Bryan Funeral Service of Swan Quarter and Twiford Funeral Home of Elizabeth City is serving the Kinsey Family.  Flowers will be accepted at Hunter’s  Bridge Church of Christ beginning at 2:00 p.m. Sunday.  (Bryan Funeral Service)

Clyde Willis Kirk

Clyde Willis "Boss Hogg" Kirk, 65, of Pamlico Beach, passed away on June 27, 2018. He was born to Gladys Tate Kirk and the late Wesley Albert Kirk Sr. in Belhaven, NC. He is also predeceased by brothers, Wesley Jr. and Andy Kirk. He was a self employed commercial fisherman.  Clyde is survived by his daughter and son in law, Jessica Kirk Woolard and Ensley; son, Tyler Willis Kirk; granddaughter, Rilynn Woolard; brother and wife, Tommy Kirk and Myrtle; sisters and husbands, Veda Kirk Potter and Johnny and Dawn Kirk Hudnell and Anthony; his children's mother and good friend, Beverly Kirk Waters and Anthony; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  Clyde's memorial service will be 2:00p, Saturday, July 7, 2018 in Wades Point Pentecostal Holiness Church. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service in the church.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

David Herman Kirk

Mr. David Herman Kirk, 52, of 112 Shad Bend Drive, Washington, died Thursday, November 16, 2006 at the Beaufort County Hospital.  A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, November 19, 2006 at Ryder Hill Cemetery with Rev. Medford Hopkins officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Hillside Funeral Service and other times at the home of his parents, David and Frances Kirk, 382 Loop Road, (Pamlico Beach), Belhaven.  Mr. Kirk was born November 26, 1953 in Beaufort County. He was the son of David Leroy Kirk and Frances Arline Sawyer Kirk. He was married to the former Edna Lewis. He was an electrician with Stanadyne. He attended John A. Wilkinson High School in Belhaven and received his electrician’s license from Beaufort County Community College.  In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Edna Lewis Kirk of Blounts Creek; two sons, David Eric Kirk of Dare County and Wade Lee Kirk of Greenville; six sisters, Frances Kirk Force of Washington, Carolyn Kirk Cornelius of Belhaven, Judy Kirk Hooten of Belhaven, Lois Kirk Tooley of Plymouth, Rita Kirk Rose of Belhaven and Connie Kirk Respess of Chocowinity; and one brother, Oral Wayne Kirk of Washington and his friend and caregiver, Dianne Dickinson of Washington.  He was preceded in death by his daughter, Rachel.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, November 18, 2006)

David Leroy Kirk

Mr. David Leroy "Roy" Kirk, age 92, a resident of 382 Loop Road, Belhaven, went to be with his Savior, Tuesday, September 21, 2010. A graveside funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 11 AM at Ryder Hill Cemetery in the Pamlico Beach Community, with Dean Fulford officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Friday, September 24, 2010 at Hillside Funeral Service, 4500 Highway 264 East, Washington, NC, and other times at his home.  Mr. Kirk was born in Beaufort County on April 26, 1918 to James Willis and Callie Wilkins Kirk.  On May 5, 1938 he married his beloved Frances Arline Sawyer Kirk who precedes him in death.  He was known to all as "Roy".  Along with his family, working on the water was his passion.  He continued as a commercial fisherman until his rugged old body made him dock his boat for retirement.  He also served his country in the Navy during WWII.  He is survived by his children, Frances K. Force and Oral W. Kirk, both of Washington, Carolyn K. Cornelius, Judy K. Hooten, and Rita K. Rose, all of Belhaven, Lois K. Tooley of Plymouth, and Connie K. Respess of Chocowinity, 22 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.  In addition to his family he is survived by one brother, John Kirk of Belhaven  In addition to his wife, he is preceded in death by his son David Herman Kirk, four brothers, and one sister.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Frances Arline Sawyer Kirk

Mrs. Frances Arline Sawyer Kirk, age 88, a resident of 382 Loop Road, Belhaven, went to be with her Savior, Friday, March 26, 2010 at Pungo District Hospital.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 29, 2010 in the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service with Rev. Medford Hopkins officiating. A Service of Committal will follow at Ryder Hill Cemetery in the Pamlico Beach Community.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Sunday, March 28, 2010 at Hillside Funeral Service, 4500 Highway 264 East, Washington, NC.  Mrs. Kirk was born in Beaufort County on April 23, 1921 to Alonzo and Mary Williams Sawyer. On May 15, 1938 she married David LeRoy “Roy” Kirk who survives. Arline was a homemaker and a member of Belhaven Pentecostal Holiness Church and the Ladies Ministry of the church.  In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughters, Frances K. Force of Washington, Connie K. Respess of Chocowinity, Lois K. Tooley of Plymouth and Judy K. Hooten, Rita K. Rose, and Carolyn K. Cornelius all of Belhaven, her son, Oral Wayne Kirk of Washington, 22 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.   She was preceded in death by her son David Herman Kirk and all eight of her siblings.  Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, March 27, 2010)

Gladys Erlene Tate Kirk

Gladys Erlene Tate Kirk, age 92, a resident of the Pamlico Beach Community in Belhaven, NC passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 26, 2022.  Mrs. Kirk was born to the late David Samuel Tate and the late Lucy Bette Cornelius Tate in Belhaven, NC on August 18, 1929. She was a graduate of John A. Wilkinson High School in Belhaven, NC. She married the love of her life, the late Wesley Albert “Peepsie” Kirk, Sr., on October 27, 1947.  The first years of her married life were spent becoming a mother and raising her six children and (with the help of her husband) building a home to accommodate all. She was a seamstress for many years at the Belhaven Garment Company and then the Down East Garment Company, both in Belhaven. She would sew clothes for her girls, and later, her grandchildren would sport one of a kinds made especially for them by Grandma Gladys. Then, aside from her gardening duties and making sure she touched every plant and flower in her yard with her meticulous green thumb, she worked as a commercial fisherwoman with her love on the FV “Gladys Dawn”.  Mrs. Kirk is also known for her amazing display of Christmas lights. She would start decorating in September when the weather was still warm, and by Thanksgiving, things would be pretty well lit up on Wrights Creek when she flipped that switch on for the first time. People would drive from miles around to see her lights, handmade wooden displays, and even Santa and his reindeer flying in the sky. She was notorious for climbing trees to hang the wires for such displays as well as climbing on the rooftop to make a repair or clean out the chimney flue.  If you knew Gladys, you knew she loved her pictures. She dedicated an entire room in her house to them…a whole wall of nothing but picture albums. If you’d see her out and about, you either saw her drag out her camera to snap a shot of you, or she’d pull out pictures she had taken to show them off. She was very proud of her family and enjoyed bragging on them through her pictures.  She was a member of the Wades Point Pentecostal Holiness Church where she was also a Sunday School Teacher. Her faith brought her through many trials, and there wasn’t a day that she didn’t pray for her family and her community. She never failed to thank God for His many blessings before each and every meal. Many times, her Christmas gift or birthday gift to her loved ones was a meal prepared by her giving and loving hands. And what a meal it would be!  Along with her parents and her “Sweetheart”, Mrs. Kirk was predeceased by her sons, Andy Samuel Kirk, Wesley Albert Kirk, Jr. and Clyde Willis Kirk; grandsons, Thomas Jackson “T.J.” Kirk and Andy Filmore Kirk; seven brothers and one sister. Mrs. Kirk is survived by her son, Thomas Jackson “Tommy” Kirk and wife Myrtle; daughters, Veda Jane Potter and husband Johnny, Dawn Kirk Hudnell and husband Anthony, all of Pamlico Beach; three sisters, Julia Respass of Bath, Joyce Daniels of Pamlico Beach, and Lorene Moores of Washington; 15 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm, Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Wades Point Pentecostal Holiness Church in Pamlico Beach, Belhaven, NC followed by a graveside at Ryder Hill Cemetery in Pamlico Beach. The Reverend Dean Fulford will officiate. Pallbearers include grandsons: John Potter, Michael Potter, Timmy Kirk, Shane Kirk, George Hopkins, Ryan Hopkins and Tyler Kirk. Honorary pallbearers include grandsons: Conway Potter, Joey Kirk, and Zachary Kirk. A visitation with the family will follow at the church fellowship hall.  Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Service is honored to assist the Kirk family.  (Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Home)

John  Ernest Kirk

Mr. John Ernest Kirk, age 95, a resident of Loop Road, Pamlico Beach Community, Belhaven died Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at his home. Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Friday, July 7, 2017 at Pamlico Beach Community Cemetery at Ryder Hill, conducted by Rev. Dean Fulford, Jr.  The following will serve as pallbearers: James Mercer, Timothy Willis, Chris Mercer, Tommy Kirk, John Willis Kirk, and Oral Kirk.  Mr. Kirk was born in Ransomville, N.C. on December 26, 1921. He was the son of the late James Willis Kirk and Callie Caroline Wilkins Kirk. Mr. Kirk served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a retired commercial fisherman. Mr. Kirk was a member of the Wades Point Pentecostal Holiness Church where he served as a Deacon for over 20 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, gardening, tending to his bird house and riding his Seadoo.  On May 27, 1950, Mr. Kirk married the former Dorothy Mae Hooten, who survives.  Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Patricia Joyce Kirk Mercer and her husband, James H. Mercer of Pamlico Beach, JoAnne Kirk Willis and her husband, Timothy B. Willis of Manteo; one son, John Willis Kirk and his wife, Donna S. Kirk of Washington; six grandchildren, one step-grandchild, five great grandchildren and two step-great grandchildren.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Kirk was preceded in death by four brothers, James Sylvester Kirk, David Leroy Kirk, Julian Cecil Kirk, and Wesley Albert “Peepsie” Kirk; one sister, Martha Mae Kirk Cordon; and grandson, Cpl. Johnathan Ernest Kirk.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, July 6, 2017 at Paul Funeral Home in Belhaven and other times at the home, 402 Loop Road. Pamlico Beach Community, Belhaven.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Kirk family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Johnathan Ernest Kirk

Lance Corporal Johnathan Ernest Kirk, age 25, a resident of 613 Chambers Point Road, Pamlico Beach Community, Belhaven died Tuesday, May 1, 2007, at the National Navy Medical Center in Bethesda, MD as a result of injuries sustained during his tour of duty in Iraq.  A graveside service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, May 6, 2007, at Pamlico Beach Community Cemetery at Ryder Hill officiated by Dean Fulford.  Chris Mercer, Matt Jordan, Randall Moore, Josh Woolard, Georgie Hopkins, Jr., Noland Wilkins, Jr., Jesse Tetterton and McKinley Foster will serve as pallbearers. Michael Potter, Ryan Hopkins, and Joseph R. Foster will serve as an honorary pallbearer.  Johnathan was born in Beaufort County on March 24, 1982, son of John Willis Kirk and Glenda Bryson Hopkins. He was a 2000 graduate of Northside High School and received an associate’s degree from Beaufort County Community College. Johnathan was a member of the United States Marine Corps. He attended Wades Point Pentecostal Holiness Church.  He is survived by his mother: Glenda Jean Bryson Hopkins and her husband, Robbie of Belhaven; his father: John Willis Kirk and his wife, Donna of Washington; his brothers: Shaun Hopkins and Benjamin Hopkins both of Belhaven; his sisters: Samantha Kirk, Ashley Kirk and Katie Davis all of Washington; his paternal grandparents: John and Dorothy Kirk of Belhaven; his maternal grandmother: Velma Huggins of Belhaven; and his maternal great grandmother: Ada Foster of Belhaven. He is preceded in death by his paternal great grandparents: John and Essie Hooten and his maternal great grandfather: Benjamin Foster. The family will receive friends Saturday 6-8:30 p.m. at Paul Funeral Home in Belhaven and other times at the home of his mother, Glenda Hopkins located at 613 Chambers Point Road, Belhaven, Pamlico Beach Community and the home of his father, Willis Kirk located at 105 Sweetbriar Road, Washington.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the Kirk Family.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Friday, May 4, 2007)

Lynwood Sylvester Kirk

Mr. Lynwood Sylvester Kirk, age 71, a resident of the Belhaven and Pamlico Beach Community died Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at River Trace Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Washington, NC.  A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 3, 2013 at Wades Point Pentecostal Holiness Church officiated by Rev. Kenneth Dixon. Burial will follow at the Pamlico Beach Community Cemetery at Ryder Hill. Mark Braddy, Carlton Cornelius, Dean Fulford, Jr., Anthony Waters, Kevin Boggs, Fred Mangold and Ray Tinker will serve as pallbearers. Clyde Kirk will serve as an honorary pallbearer.  Mr. Kirk was born in Beaufort County on June 9, 1942, to the late James Sylvester Kirk and Lelia Nell Braddy. On July 5, 1960, Mr. Kirk married the late Elizabeth Louise “Betty” Foster Kirk, who preceded him in death on June 24, 2009. Mr. Kirk worked as a commercial fisherman and did some welding. He was a member of the Wades Point Pentecostal Holiness Church.  Mr. Kirk was a humble man of God who loved Jesus with all his heart. He was talented by ear musically and his family loved hearing him play the guitar and piano.  Mr. Kirk is survived by four daughters, Amy Tinker and husband Ray of Belhaven, NC, Beverly Waters and husband Anthony of Pinetown, NC, Adina Boggs and husband Kevin of Missoula, MT, Janel Mangold and husband Fred of Greenville, NC, a son, Lennie Kirk of California, two sisters, Betty Brooks and husband Fred of Greenville, NC and Dale Jacobs of Waycross, GA, and twelve grandchildren.  In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Kirk is preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters.  The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 3, 2013, one hour prior to the service, beginning at 2:00 p.m. until the service hour and other times at the home of Mr. Kirk’s daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and Anthony Waters, 773 Jones Bridge Road, Pinetown, NC.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Kirk family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Thelma Harris Kirkley

Mrs. Thelma Harris Kirkley, age 78, a resident of 609 Wilson Street, Washington, NC died Monday March 7, 2011 at the Beaufort County Medical Center.  A graveside funeral will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday March 9, 2011 at Oakdale Cemetery officiated by Ray West.  Mrs. Kirkley was born in Pitt County on August 30, 1932 daughter of the late Bonnie Lee Harris and the late Eula Waters Harris. She was a graduate of Washington High School and worked until her retirement with Flowers Bakery now known as Sunbeam Bakery. She was a member of First Church of Christ of Washington.  Survivors include two sons: Beecher E. Kirkley and his wife Lee Ann of Hayes, VA and Gary Lee Kirkley of Washington; two sisters: Velma Lane of Washington and Melva Ledwell of Charlotte; a brother: Elvin Harris of Greenville and four grandchildren: Joseph Kirkley, Joseph Dusewicz, John Dusewicz and Mathew Dusewicz. Mrs. Kirkley was preceded in death by a brother: Delma Harris.  Mrs. Kirkley’s family would like to thank Velma Lane for her care and concern shown to her sister up to and thru her last days.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve Mrs. Thelma Kirkley’s family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Clifton Irdell Kirkman, Jr.

Mr. Clifton Irdell “Buddy” Kirkman, Jr., age 55, a resident of the Pungo community of Pantego, NC died Wednesday July 21, 2021 at Washington Reginal Medical Center in Plymouth with family at his side.  A graveside funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday July 24, 2021 at Davis Cemetery officiated by Pastor Bo Hacker.  The family will receive friends following the service at the cemetery.  Buddy was born in Beaufort County on March 10, 1966, son of the late Clifton I. Kirkman, Sr. and Alice Jane Davis Wilson who survives.  He was a graduate of John A. Wilkinson High School and continued his education at Beaufort County Community College.  Buddy was an excellent mechanic who worked at National Spinning in Washington.  He loved Ford Mustangs and anything John Deere.  He attended Trinity Free Will Baptist Church.  Surviving along with his mother, Alice, of Greenville are two brothers: Michael Sawyer and his wife Veronica of Ernul and Wayne Sawyer, Jr. and his wife Danielle of Waco, Tx; two sisters: Patricia Kirkman of Grimesland and Arlene Kirkman of Bath; two uncles: Charlie Davis and his wife Linda and Johnny Davis and his wife Ruth all Pungo and an aunt: Ann Davis of Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve Buddy’s family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

James Edward Kirkman

Mr. James Edward Kirkman, age 73, a resident of 458 Robersonville Road, Washington, NC died Sunday October 8, 2006 at his home.  A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday October 11, 2006 at Paul Funeral Home of Washington officiated by Pastor Gary K. Thompson.  Mr. Kirkman was born in Craven County on October 7, 1933 son of the late Gussie Clinton Kirkman and Sabrah Elizabeth Laughinghouse Kirkman who survives. He attended Craven County Schools. Mr. Kirkman worked as a pipe fitter in the construction field in Danbury, Connecticut before his retirement. After his retirement he moved back to the Washington area.  Surviving along with Mr. Kirkman’s mother: Sabrah Kirkman of Washington is a brother: Roy Kirkman of Edenton.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Tuesday, October 10, 2006)

Sabrah Elizabeth Laughinghouse Kirkman

Mrs. Sabrah Elizabeth Laughinghouse Kirkman, 94, a former resident of Beaufort County, died Monday, July 26, 2010 at Chowan Hospital in Edenton, NC.  A funeral service will be held 2:00PM Thursday at Paul Funeral Home of Washington. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends from 1:00-1:45pm Thursday at the funeral home.  Arrangements by Paul Funeral Home of Washington.  (Paul Funeral Home)

David Lee Kite

WASHINGTON, N.C. - Mr. David Lee Kite, 76, passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2007 at Britthaven Nursing Home in Washington.  A graveside service will be conducted on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Kite Family Cemetery.  Mr. Kite was a native of Craven County and had been a resident of Roxboro, N.C. for a number of years.  He is survived by: daughter, Louise Kite Lewis and husband, Larry, of Chocowinity; grandchildren, Larry Lewis, Jr., and wife, Tracy, of Winterville, Daniel Roach and wife, Cheryl, of Farmville; two great grandchildren, Landon Hunter Lewis and Kyleigh Roach; sister, Susanne Dail and husband, Vernon, of Kinston.  The family will receive friends on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home in Vanceboro.  (The Sun Journal (New Bern, NC) - Tuesday, June 19, 2007)

Mattie Cecilia Barnes Kite

Mrs. Mattie Cecilia Barnes Kite, age 72, a resident of Barnes Drive, Chocowinity, died Friday, August 20, 2021 at her home.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington, conducted by Kent Gurganus.  Burial will follow in Kite Family Cemetery, Vanceboro.  Mrs. Kite was born in Aurora, N.C. on February 9, 1949.  She was the daughter of the late Irvin Andrew Barnes and Madeline Beacham Barnes.  Mrs. Kite was a homemaker, census taker, and did delivery work. She had attended West Vanceboro Church of God and more recently, Faith Free Will Baptist Church.  On December 3, 1965, she married Ronald Glen Kite, Sr. who preceded her in death, November 21, 1982.  Mrs. Kite is survived by two daughters, Rhonda Cole Collins of Greenville and her boyfriend, Ronell Jessup, Tammy Lorraine Kite and her boyfriend, William Nelson of Farmville; son, Ronald Glen Kite, Jr. of the home; special friend, Gabriel Romero of the home; three grandchildren, Matthew Cole of Greenville, Dustin Barber of Farmville, Brandon Dudley of Madison, Indiana; great grandson, Bryson Allan Barber of Ohio; sister, Margaret Raye Barnes Jones of Grantsboro and former son in laws and friends, Ken Collins, R.C. Cole, Kenneth Barber and Michael Dudley.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday, August 23, 2021 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory and other times at the home of her daughter, Rhonda Collins, 1160 Catalpa Road, Greenville, N.C.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Kite family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Yvonne Waters Klapp

Mrs. Yvonne Waters Klapp, age 63, a resident of 310 Cedar Lane, Washington, NC died Monday May 8, 2017 at her home.  A funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday May 12, 2017 at Second Baptist Church of Washington officiated by Pastor John Koch. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens. Deacons of Second Baptist Church as well as Robbie Rose will serve as pallbearers.  The family will receive friends 9:00 a.m. to the funeral hour at the church on Friday.  Mrs. Klapp was born in Beaufort County on September 11, 1953 daughter of Ernest Sherman Waters and Faye Everett Waters whom both survive. She was a 1971 graduate of Leland High School in Wilmington and later received her cosmetology education at Beaufort County Community College. Mrs. Klapp worked as a teller at the former Wachovia Bank of Belhaven. On May 9, 1987, she married James Franklin Klapp who survives. She was a member of Second Baptist Church where she was a choir member, a member of the WMU and assisted in the birth to three-year-old nursery.  Surviving along with her husband: James of the home and parents: Ernest and Faye Everett of Pinetown are three sons: Mark Jason Smith (Kimberly), Joseph Edward Smith and his fiancée Cherry Taylor and Nick Klapp (Nikki) all of Washington; a brother: Kenneth Waters (Lolita) of Portsmouth, VA; a sister: Myra Strickland of Pinetown and five grandchildren. Mrs. Klapp was predeceased by a brother: Ernie Waters.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Klapp family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

June Alfred Knaup

June Alfred Knaup, 76, of Hickory Point, died Saturday, May 12, 2007, at Beaufort County Hospital.  A graveside funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Cuthrell Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday from 7 pm until 8 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home.  She is survived by an aunt, Harriett Alferd Paul of Washington; a brother, Fred Alfred of Cary; two sisters, Marie Gaskins of Arapahoe and Dell Matthews of Hickory Point; good friends Steve and Susan Williamson and Donnie Williamson, all of Hickory Point and several nieces and nephews.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Monday, May 14, 2007)

 Jonathan Knight

Mr. Jonathan Knight, 52, a resident of 4874 Cherry Run Road, Adamsville community, Washington, died Tuesday, April 29, 2008, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital.  A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday at Adamsville Church of God with pastor Nancy Sadler officiating. Burial will follow in the Knight family cemetery.  Mr. Knight was born Aug. 27, 1955. He was the son of the late Robert Ann Hopkins and Miles A. Knight. He was a 1974 graduate of Washington High School. He was employed in the farming industry.  Survivors include three sisters, Luella Godley of Queens, N.Y., Thelma Johnson of Williamston and Margaret Turner of Washington; five brothers, Esau Knight, Jacob Knight and Miles Knight Jr., all of the home, Clifton Knight of Everett and James Knight of Washington.  The family will receive friends at the home of Preston Branch, 281 Grimesland Bridge Road, Grimesland.  Arrangements are by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Market St., Washington.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Sunday, May 4, 2008)

Lee Edward Knott, Jr.

Mr. Lee Edward Knott, Jr., age 80, a resident of 603 Shorewood Drive, Washington Park, died Monday afternoon July 1, 2013 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.  A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Friday July 5, 2013 at Oakdale Cemetery officiated by Rev. Edmund Terrell Knott.  Mr. Knott was born on August 6, 1932, in Valdosta, GA, son of the late Lee Edward Knott and Pauline Meeder Knott. He was a 1950 graduate of Washington High School and attended Davidson College from 1951-1952. In 1954, he graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While at UNC-CH, he was a member of the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. During 1954 – 1957, he served his country as a pilot in the U.S. Air Force. In 1964, he graduated from the Duke University School of Law and practiced law from 1964 – 2004. Mr. Knott was a member of the N.C. Bar Association, American Legion, and Washington Yacht and Country Club. He loved to sail, fish, ski, play tennis and back pack. He was an animal lover especially his dogs.  On November 18, 1961, he married the former Patty Mayne who survives.  In addition to his wife, Patty, of the home, he is survived by his brothers: Dr. Rufus Henry Knott, II of Washington and Eddie Tayloe Knott and his wife, Rena Terrell Knott of New Bern and his nephews: Rufus H. Knott, III, Edmund Terrell Knott and Lee E. Knott, III.  The family will receive friends following the service at the cemetery.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Knott family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Silver Lee Bryant Knowles

Mrs. Silver Lee Bryant Knowles, age 94, died Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Washington, NC.  A funeral service will be held Saturday, December 21, 2013 11:00a.m. at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington officiated by Rev. Todd Parrish. Burial will follow at Pamlico Memorial Gardens.  Mrs. Knowles was born in Nash County on September 1, 1919 to the late Ralph W. Bryant and Lilly Winstead Bryant. She attended schools in Spring Hope, NC. Mrs. Knowles married Walter Edison Knowles, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Knowles was a member of First Free Will Baptist Church of Washington.  Mrs. Knowles is survived by a son, Leo G. Taylor and wife Candy of Durham, a grandson, Guy Taylor of Raleigh, a granddaughter, Rachel Taylor of Wilmington, a great grandson, Jack Taylor of Raleigh, three stepsons, Anson Knowles of Virginia, Edison Knowles of Plymouth, and Billy Knowles of Virginia., and a sister, Lottie B. Cannon also of Virginia.  In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Knowles is preceded in death by four brothers, Ralph Bryant, Howard Bryant, Ward Bryant and Evan Bryant and a sister Burla B. Earp.  The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 21, 2013, one hour prior to the service, at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Knowles family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Norman Luther Koestline

Norman “Norm” Luther Koestline, 76, of Washington, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 27, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Karl Henry Koestline and Sarah Katherine Lewis Koestline and three siblings, Henry Koestline, Martha “Pixie” Hammond, and Charles Koestline.  He is survived by his wife Ronnie of 52 years, daughters Karla Berger and husband Matt of Wake Forest and Sarah Fite and husband Jeremy also of Washington, and five grandchildren: Carolyn, Kelly, and Ian Berger, Katherine Rose Stewart and Emerson Fite. He is also survived by Uncle David Kramer of the home and mother-in-law Helen Knaus of Chocowinity.  Norm was born in Thomasville and was raised in North Carolina and Clearwater, Florida where he graduated from Clearwater High School in 1963, voted “most likely to succeed”.  He attended the University of Florida where he met his wife and received an undergraduate degree in Education, Speech, and Drama and a Masters in Speech and Rhetoric.  He completed post-graduate studies at University of Georgia.  Norm started a long career with IBM in 1974 working as an executive in communications.  He traveled extensively and attended Olympic games in Lillehammer, Atlanta, Nagano, and Sydney serving as a director of corporate hospitality.  He had the honor of carrying the Olympic torch in the relay leading up the Sydney games in 2000.  After an early retirement, Norm and Ronnie relocated to Eastern North Carolina where he spectacularly failed in being retired.  He stayed busy as a commercial real estate developer and even became an accidental restaurateur.  In 2010 he joined the Paul Funeral Home family where he enjoyed 10 more years of post-retirement work.  Norm served his community in many ways, most recently as a member of Washington Rotary Club where he served as president in 2017.  Norm was involved in the restoration of the Turnage Theater in Washington and served as president of the board after the historical theater’s reopening in 2008. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church of Washington.  Norm’s passion was as a home chef, preparing gourmet meals every day for his family.  He enjoyed 26 years in his most cherished role as “Papa” to his grandchildren, of which he ended up with a total of 5 biological and 4 “bonus” step-grandchildren.  A celebration of Norm’s life will be held 11:00 AM Friday November 6, 2020 in Wesley Hall at the First United Methodist Church in Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Koestline family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Christine Swain Kolacz

Mrs. Christine Swain Kolacz, age 83, formerly of 217 Hudnell St. Washington, died Sunday, February 25, 2007 at Ridgewood Manor.  Graveside services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at Oakdale Cemetery and will be conducted by Dr. Richard L. Harrison Jr.  Mrs. Kolacz was born in Beaufort Co. on July 8, 1923 to the late John E. and Lena Leggett Swain. She was a graduate of Washington High School and attended Business School in Charlotte. Mrs. Kolacz was a member of the First Christian Church and was a retired receptionist for Singer Furniture Co. On April 4, 1944, she married Stanley Kolacz who preceded her in death in 1979.  Survivors include her daughter: Mary Kay Taylor of Hilton Head, SC, her brother: Sonny Swain of Washington, her grandson and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by seven brothers and two sisters.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at Paul Funeral Home of Washington.  (Paul Funeral Home obituary posted Tuesday, February 27, 2007)

John William Kolibabek

CHOCOWINITY - John William Kolibabek, 69, passed away on Wednesday, September 26, 2018. He was born in Yonkers, NY to the late Louise Salgrecco and William Kolibabek. He worked for the New York Transit Authority as a Signal Maintenance Supervisor.  John is survived by his wife, Mary Kolibabek; children, Donna Kolibabek, Joe Kolibabek, Angie Kolibabek, and Steve Kolibabek; grandson, Ryan Kolibabek; and brother, Bill Kolibabek. He was preceded in death by a brother, Al Kolibabek.  John's funeral service will be 2:00pm, Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Hillside Funeral Service with Pastor Jack Franks officiating. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service, also at Hillside Funeral Service. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Mary R. Califano Kolibabek

Mrs. Mary R. Califano Kolibabek, age 73, a resident of Chocowinity, NC died Tuesday January 4, 2022 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.  A graveside service will be held 2:00PM Saturday January 8, 2022 at Oakdale Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 1:00PM until 2:00PM Saturday January 6, 2022 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Kolibabek family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Eston Lloyd Koonce

Eston Lloyd Koonce, a resident of Washington NC though born in Norfolk, Virginia, passed away at his home Wednesday, November 17, 2021.  He was born in Norfolk the day before Christmas in 1959. He lived for 61 years and loved every bit of it. He spent twenty-five of those years as a commercial fisherman, and much of his time later as an electrician. He was outgoing and energetic and funny, and will be missed by his wife and two children, and the rest of a very-large family.  He married his wife Brenda on February 11, 1980. They loved each other dearly for over forty years.  He loved hunting and fishing, basically anything that would get him outdoors.  He was preceded in death by his father Troy Koonce Sr., and mother Shirley Cutler-Koonce.  He is survived by his wife Brenda Koonce; two daughters: Renda Voliva and husband Pickett of Pamlico Beach, and Pamela Koonce, a sister: Patty Mcallister and husband Barry; two brothers: Troy Koonce Jr, and Nelson Koonce and wife Holly; two grandsons: Billy C. Bland III, and Dylan Bland; four granddaughters: Hannah Bland, Nevaeh Ward, Isabella Buchanan, and Kaley Anderson.  He is also survived by ten nieces and nephews, along with two aunts in Washington, NC and three in Virginia  Pallbearers will be Billy C. Bland, Dylan Bland, Pickett Voliva, BC Bland, Charlie Sutton, and Barry Equils, with honorary pallbearers being Michael Lewis and Troy Koonce Jr.   A visitation will be held at Joseph B. Paul Jr. /Washington Funeral & Cremation at 1:00pm on Tuesday, November 23, with a graveside service following at 3:00pm at Oakdale Cemetery in Washington.  Joseph B. Paul Washington Funeral & Cremation is honored to serve the Koonce family.  (Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Home)

Leslie Gray Koonce

Mr. Leslie Gray Koonce, 68, of 250 Lover’s Lane, Washington, died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2006, at Britthaven of Washington.  A graveside service will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Radcliffe family cemetery in the Free Union Community of Pinetown with the Rev. Nelson Koonce officiating.  Clennon Sparks, Shawn Sparks, Lindsay Koonce, James Koonce, Troy Lee Koonce Jr. and Eston Koonce will serve as pallbearers.  Mr. Koonce was born in Princess Anne County, Va., on Sept. 27, 1937. He was the son of the late Zebulon Vance Koonce and Beatrice Ann Priest Koonce. He was a truck driver. He was a member of the Graceway Fellowship.  Survivors include two daughters, Tina Banks of Blounts Creek, and Margaret Beavers of Vanceboro; one son, Billy Martin Koonce of Ohio; two stepchildren, Mary Lee Ratcliff of Pinetown, and Charlie Ray Ratcliff of Raleigh; three sisters, Shelby Squires of Washington, Judy McManus of New Bern, and Margaret Goins of California; two brothers, Troy Lee Koonce Sr. of Washington, and Preston Koonce of Bath; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by one son, Leslie Gray Koonce Jr.; one daughter, Maggie J. Koonce; one sister, Beatrice Ann Torbich, and one brother, Zebulon Vance Koonce Jr.  The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday at Hillside Funeral Service, Washington.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, September 2, 2006)

Luby Wiley Koonce

Mr. Luby Wiley Koonce, age 74, a resident of Bath died Saturday morning, September 1, 2007 at home.  A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Monday September 3, 2007 at Bonner’s Point in Bath officiated by Pastors Allan Harmon and Woody Freeze, III.  Mr. Koonce was born in Craven County on May 16, 1933, son of the late William Wiley “Willie” Koonce and Ruth Morgan Koonce. On October 11, 1954 he married the former Doris Everett, who survives. He was a commercial fisherman.  In addition to his wife, Doris, he is survived by his sons: Jerry Lane Koonce and Garry Wayne Koonce both of Bath, Andy Keith Koonce and wife, Sherry of Pinetown; his daughters: Beverly Koonce Jarvis and husband, Michael of Bath and Ruby Ann Glover and husband, Mark of Havelock; his brother: Billy Ray “Bud” Koonce of New Bern; his sister: Mary Ellen Hines of Grifton; 11 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.  His son, Toney Collins Koonce preceded him in death on June 7, 1991 at the age of 31. He is also preceded in death by his brother: Floyd Collins Koonce and his sisters: Nellie Gray Squires and Addie Lee Hudgins.  The family will receive friends at the home of his daughter, Beverly Jarvis located at 120 Claredon Ave., Bath.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Koonce Family.  (Paul Funeral Home obituary posted Saturday, September 1, 2007)

Preston Vance Koonce, Sr.

Mr. Preston Vance Koonce, Sr., age 82, a former resident of Bath, died Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, April 20, 2018 at Pamlico Memorial Gardens, conducted by Pastor Linda Tyer.  Mr. Koonce was born in Princess Anne, Virginia on June 25, 1935. He was the son of the late Zebulon Vance Koonce and Beatrice Anne Priest Koonce. Mr. Koonce retired as a custodian with the Beaufort County Schools for many years. He attended the Winds of Change Church in Bath. In his spare time, Mr. Koonce loved to fish.  Mr. Koonce is survived by three grandchildren, Robert Alan Koonce of Bath, Shanita Koonce Moore of Ayden, Lenia Koonce Spencer of Williamston; two sisters, Shelby Squires and Judy Koonce both of Washington; and nine great grandchildren.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Koonce was preceded in death by a son, Preston Vance Koonce, Jr.; three brothers, and three sisters.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Koonce family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Shirley Mae Cutler Koonce

Shirley Mae Cutler Koonce, age 80, a resident of Deer Tract Drive in Washington, NC passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 surrounded by her family.  Mrs. Koonce was born in Gaston, NC on December 19, 1934 to the late Floyd F. and Cora Justice Cutler.    She was a retired Inspector with Hamilton Beach where she was employed for 29 years.  She was married to Troy Lee Koonce, Sr., who predeceased her in 2009. She was also preceded in death by three brothers and one sister, two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  She is survived by her children: Patty McAllister (Barry) of Washington, NC, Troy Koonce, Jr. (Mary Bowen) of Washington, NC, Eston Koonce (Brenda) of Washington, NC, Nelson Koonce (Holly) of New York and Renda Koonce Bland (Pickett Voliva) of Pamlico Beach, NC. She is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and three sisters.  Mrs. Koonce was a member of Grimesland Free Will Baptist Church.  A graveside celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 4, 2015 at Oakdale Cemetery, officiated by Pastor Steve Dail. Pallbearers will be Matt Buchannan, B.C. Bland, Picket Voliva, James Turner, III, Troy Ball, Jr. and Michael Lewis. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandsons, Billy C. Bland, III, Dylan Bland and Tyler Koonce.   The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 3, 2015 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Hillside Funeral Service & Cremations and other times at the home of her son at 483 Deer Tract Dr., Washington, NC.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Zachary Taylor Koonce, III

Zachary Taylor Koonce III, of Washington, NC, passed away January 3rd, 2015, at the age of 86. He was born September 29, 1928, in Washington to the late Zachary Taylor Koonce II and Elizabeth McIlhenny Koonce. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Koonce of Washington NC, his sons Zachary Taylor Koonce IV of Snow Hill NC, Christopher Eric Koonce of Chapel Hill NC, Thaddeus "Buddy" Boyd of Mebane NC, and William Roger Mills-Koonce Chapel Hill NC; his grandchildren Jonathan Boyd, Joshua Boyd, Cassidy Boyd, Liam Mills-Koonce, and Aaron Mills-Koonce. Also surviving are one older sister, Anita "Nina" Tyndall of Washington NC, and nieces and nephews Ann Tyndall of Washington NC, Katie Webb of Washington DC, and William Barwick Wilmington. He was preceded in death by his parents, his older sister, Betsy Barwick, of Washington NC, and his brothers-in-law Robert Tyndall and Morrison Barwick.  A memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, January 6th, 2015 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Washington NC, with a reception to follow at his home of 25 River Acres West, Washington NC. All are invited to attend. Honorary pallbearers will include Diamir Angeles, Dalton Latham, Steve Lee, Marty Martikke, C.A. Nelson, and Juan Rodriguez.  Taylor spent his early years on the family farm at River Acres in Washington, where he ultimately would live again in the second half of his life. After high school he joined the Navy, and after completing his service he matriculated and graduated from North Carolina State University where he received a Bachelor’s degree in industrial arts education and Master’s degree in counseling. He went on to be an educator and administrator in the public school system for over 20 years and a lifetime supporter for public education. Taylor was also passionate about wood and metal working, including the creation and restoration of hand-crafted furniture and antique cars, as well as writing poetry and enjoyment of all creative arts. He built many of the houses in River Acres, including the home of his wife and himself for the past 32 years. His poetry has been published in numerous books and his essays have been published state and local periodicals. He was also an advocate for the humane treatment of animals, the protection of the environment, and social justice. Taylor was a member of the Bunyan Ruritan Club, multiple veterans’ organizations and the Model A Club of Eastern NC. He was also a supporter and active contributor to the Washington Civic Center and the North Carolina Estuarium.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Koonce family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Eliza Elizabeth Tyson Kornegay

Eliza Elizabeth “Liz” Tyson Kornegay, age 77, a resident of Washington, NC died Tuesday November 8, 2016 at Ridgewood Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation.  A funeral service will be held Sunday November 13, 2016 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington and will be officiated by Travis Boyd. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens. Jesse Taylor, Vernon Peele, Glen Smith, Ashley Ennis, Kaleb Jones-Taylor, and Matthew Bloodworth will serve as pallbearers.  Mrs. Kornegay was born in Beaufort County on November 8, 1939, to the late John Scott Tyson and Beatrice Jones Tyson. She enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, gardening and having cookouts. Most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren.  Survivors include five children, Pamela Petrokovich and husband Tom, Karin Taylor and husband Jesse, Teresa Whealton and husband Tim all of Chocowinity, Charles “Chuck” Banks of Washington, Charlotte Calderon and husband Ubaldo of Grifton, ten grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, three brothers, Russell Tyson and wife Janice of Washington, Herman Tyson of Chocowinity, Earl Tyson of Washington, two sisters, Hazel Waters of Pinetown, and Betty Beacham and husband Mike of Washington.  She is preceded in death by a grandson Brian Taylor, and two brothers, J.C. Tyson and an infant brother.  The family will receive friends Saturday November 12, 2016 from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.  The family would like to extend a special thanks to Ridgewood Manor for the excellent care and kindness shown to Mrs. Kornegay.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Kornegay family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Grey Bryan Kornegay, Jr.

Grey "Bryan" Kornegay Jr., age 75, a resident of Washington, NC passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.  Bryan was born on March 11, 1946 to the late Dr. Grey Bryan Kornegay Sr. and Dorothy (Reich) Kornegay. He obtained his bachelor's degree from Millikin University in Decatur Illinois and retired as a manager after 42 years of employment for Sears, Roebuck and Co in 2005 from their headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Il.  He lived with his wife in Pamlico Plantation in Washington, NC for 17 years where he served on the Board and Marina's Committee. If you were to ask about his love and passion, it would be for collecting cars, especially Alfa Romeos. If you were to ask about who Bryan was, he was all about family and was preparing to celebrate 32 years of marriage to his loving wife.  Bryan is survived by his wife Cathee Kornegay of Washington, NC; two step-daughters: Camie Turner of Ypsilanti, MI and Calie Anderson of Algonquin, Il; two brothers: John Kornegay and wife Cheryl and Frank Kornegay and wife Janet; four grandchildren: Hunter and Hailey Turner of MI and Landon and Harrison Sylvia of IL; and his nephew Eric Kornegay and wife Meghan.  A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.  Joseph B. Paul Jr. Funeral Service is honored to be assisting the Kornegay family.  (Joseph B. Paul Jr. Funeral Service)

Loray Lawrence Kornegay

Mrs. Loray Lawrence Kornegay, 68, a resident of Ridgewood Manor Nursing Home, Washington, and formerly of 300 Minuteman Lane, Washington, died Sunday, Feb. 25, 2007, at Ridgewood Manor Nursing Home.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in the chapel of Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington, with Elder Donald Peartree officiating. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery, Washington.  Mrs. Kornegay was born in Beaufort County on May 16, 1938. She was the daughter of the late Dolia Credle Lawrence and Johnnie Frank Lawrence. She attended the Beaufort County Schools. She was married to Matthew Kornegay, who preceded her in death. She was employed as a domestic technician at a recreational center for senior citizens in New York. She was a member of Christian Chapel Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ), Bath.  Survivors include one daughter, Doris Faye Dickinson of Brooklyn, N.Y.; one son, Charles Edward Kornegay of Bridgeport, Conn.; five sisters, Elsie Hodges and Virginia Brown, both of Bath, Willie Mae Becton of Washington, Classie Mae Spencer of Bridgeport, Conn., and Cynthia Rentz of Knightdale; one brother, John Lawrence of Greensboro; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  She was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Moore and Edna Jones and two brothers, Wade Lawrence and Leroy Lawrence.  The family will receive friends at the home of her niece, Demetrice Brown-Clark, 600 Cedar Drive, Chocowinity.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, March 3, 2007)

Cornelius S. Krajewski

Mr. Cornelius S. “Neil” Krajewski, a resident of 260 Goose Creek Road, Washington, NC died Friday, August 3, 2012 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.  He was born on July 14, 1928 in Brooklyn, New York, the eldest son of Stanley and Cornelia Wagner Krajewski. On October 8, 1950, he married Helen Bruch and had a blessed marriage for sixty-one years. He loved his family dearly, and was always there.  He is survived by his wife, Helen Krajewski, son Neil Krajewski, daughter-in-law, Cara Krajewski, grandchildren, Neil Patrick Krajewski, Kyle Krajewski and Alyssa Krajewski, brothers, Robert Krajewski (Madge), Edward Krajewski (Cecilia), sisters-in-law, Gloria Krajewski and Irene Carey, cousins, Henry and Maureen Wagner and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Stanley Krajewski.  Mr. Krajewski served his country in the Korean War and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant from the U.S. Army. He continued his education and graduated from RCA Institute. He was employed by IBM and enjoyed his thirty-four year career.  Mr. Krajewski resided in Poughkeepsie, New York for thirty years. He was a volunteer firefighter with the La Grange, New York Fire Department for twenty-seven years and was always proud of his Captain’s badge. Mr. Krajewski was a member of the Poughkeepsie Yacht Club where he served as Commodore and enjoyed power boating for many years. He retired from IBM in 1990 and the following year relocated to Washington, NC to enjoy a happy retirement. Mr. Krajewski was a member of Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, Tau Tribe # 18, Improved Order of Red Men, Masonic Lodge # 675 A.F. & A.M. and VFW Post # 6088.  The family will receive friends on Monday, August 6, 2012 from 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m. at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington, NC.  A funeral mass will be held at 11:00a.m.Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at Mother of Mercy Catholic Church officiated by Father M. Arturo Cabra. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Mr. Krajewski’s grandchildren, Neil Patrick Krajewski, Kyle Krajewski and Alyssa Krajewski along with Richard Gerard, Bobby Jackson, Leslie Jordan and Henry Wagner will serve as pallbearers.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Krajewski family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Mark C. Kreisher

Mr. Mark C. Kreisher, age 47, a resident of Washington, NC passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at Martin General Hospital. A celebration of his life will be held at 2 PM Friday, January 6, 2012 at First United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Danny Allen. Special music will be provided by Laurie Weston and Leslie Keeley. The family will receive friends in the church parlor immediately following the service.  Mark was born on October 19, 1964 in Huntsville, AL, son of the late Robert Barry Kreisher and Nancy Churchill Kreisher, who survives. He graduated from Washington High School in 1983 and served his country in the United States Army, from which he retired.  In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife, Diana "DeeDee" Kreisher of Simpsonville, SC; daughters, Heather Leanne Kreisher of Bangor, ME and Addison Reed Kreisher of Simpsonville, SC; his brother, Rob Kreisher of Charlotte, NC; sisters, Laurie Stocks of Huntington, WV, Julie Prater of Wenatchee, WA, Ali Woolard of Washington, NC and Jennifer Powell of Klamath Falls, OR; and several nieces and nephews. Along with his father, he was preceded in death by a nephew, Noah McQuigg Pike.  "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." -Philippians 4:7.  Hillside Funeral Service & Cremations has been given the honor of being entrusted with serving the Kreisher family.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Rebecca Starr Bland Krosting

Rebecca Starr Krosting, 66, of Davidson, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2013 at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte.  She was born on October 15, 1946 in Washington, NC, to the late Robert and Gladys Chrismon Bland.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Bland.  She is survived by her husband Dean N. Krosting; children, Ron Curtis, Timothy Curtis, Dean Krosting, Jr.; sister, Cindi Dedmond and husband, Randy; brothers, Greg Bland, Robert Bland; grandchildren, Dean “Trey” Krosting III, Allisyn Marie Krosting, Rachael Nicole Elliot, Sarah Elizabeth Brazzelle; and great grandchildren, Makenna Jade Krosting, Conor Daniel Brazzelle and Liliana Grace Brazzelle.  A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, October 13,2013 from the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington, conducted by Pastor Travis Boyd.  Cavin-Cook Funeral Home of Mooresville and Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington are honored to serve the Krosting family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

John William Krutilek

Mr. John William Krutilek, age 72, a resident of 105 Cedar Lane, Rosedale, Washington, died Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at Beaufort County Hospital in Washington.  Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, September 9, 2006 from the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington, conducted by Father Arturo Cabra. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens, Washington.  Members of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Washington Lodge #1800 will serve as pallbearers: Clyde Cartwright, Edward Lee Paul, David E. Rouse, Frankie Rouse, George Schryer, Ronnie Shea, Joel Sondys and William Toler.  Mr. Krutilek was born in El Campo, Texas on August 13, 1934. He was the son of the late Joseph Willie Krutilek and Lottie Marie Drozd Krutilek. Mr. Krutilek served in the U.S. Army. He was retired from Texasgulf as a Lab Technician with 41 years of service. Mr. Krutilek was a member of the Mother of Mercy Catholic Church and honorary member of the Knights of Columbus. He umpired in the Washington Recreation Department for over 20 years.  Mr. Krutilek was very active in the Washington Moose Lodge #1800. He joined the lodge in 1968 and the local Legion of the Moose in 1973. Mr. Krutilek became a 25 Club member in 1977. He served as Governor of the Washington Moose Lodge in 1981, 1986 and 1999. Mr. Krutilek earned the Fellowship Degree in 1982 and the Pilgrim Degree in 1993. He was also a Past Governor, Past District 17 President, Coordinator for Youth Awareness, Assistant Secretary of Local Legion, Past Moose of the Year, and currently was Vice-President of Enoca 69 Moose Legion Board of Directors.  On May 9, 1959, Mr. Krutilek married the former Patricia Ann Zapalac, who survives.  Surviving with his wife are a daughter, Lisa Wingate and her husband, J.B. of Greenville; two grandchildren, Brad Austin Wingate and Brooke McKenzie Wingate both of Greenville; a brother, Milan Krutilek and his wife, Connie of Wharton, Texas; and two sisters, Jeralyn Prihoda and her husband, Alfred of Nada, Texas and Sylvia Wiesner and her husband, Fred of Wharton, Texas.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Krutilek was preceded in death by a sister, Anita Suchma and a brother, Eugene Krutilek.  The family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, September 8, 2006 at Paul Funeral Home, Washington and other times at the home, 105 Cedar Lane, Rosedale, Washington.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Krutilek Family.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Friday, September 8, 2006)

Margaret C. Kurz

Margaret C. Kurz, 91, of St. Petersburg, died Wednesday (Jan. 31, 1990) while visiting in Virginia Beach, Va. She was born in Washington, N.C., and came here 1967 from Washington, D.C., where she retired from the Lawyers Title Insurance Co. She was a Presbyterian. She was also a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Survivors include three sons, George H. Clark Jr., Ocoee, Charles W. Clark, Virginia Beach, and James E. Clark, Newtown, Pa.; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Norfolk, Va.   (St. Petersburg Times (St. Petersburg, FL) – February 3, 1990)

Frank Felix Kwiatkowski

Mr. Frank Felix Kwiatkowski, age 80, a resident of Sterling House, Greenville, NC died Friday, March 23, 2012.  A graveside funeral service will be held 11:00a.m. Monday at Oakdale Cemetery of Washington officiated by Father Arturo Cabra.  Mr. Kwiatkowski was born in Suffolk County, New York on June 28, 1931 to the late Frank and Anna Kwiatkowski. He was a graduate of River Head High School on Long Island, New York. Mr. Kwiatkowski married the former Josephine Krukoski, who survives. Mr. Kwiatkowski worked as a filter technician at Flanders Filters in Washington for 38 years. He was a member of Mother of Mercy Catholic Church.  In addition to his wife, Mr. Kwiatkowski is survived by two daughters; Karen Lloyd and husband David of Rock Hill, SC, and Eileen Hinson and husband Alex of Greenville, SC, a son; Charlie Kwiatkowski and wife Elaine of Winterville, NC, four grandchildren; Taylor Lloyd and Katherine Lloyd of Rock Hill, SC, Ashley Hinson of Chicago, IL and Kyle Kwiatkowski of Winterville, NC.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Kwiatkowski family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

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