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James Douglas Oakley

Mr. James Douglas “Doug” Oakley, 73, passed away at his home on Tuesday, September 25, 2018.  The funeral service will be conducted on Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Mount Pleasant Christian Church by the Revs. John K. Ormond and Ronnie Hobgood. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to the service and other times will be at the home.  Mr. Oakley, son of the late James Willis Oakley and Mahala Elizabeth Mercer, was a native of Farmville and a graduate of Aurora High School. He was employed as a chemical processor, retiring with Glaxo-Smith-Kline after 34 years of service. He was a member of Mount Pleasant Christian church.  Doug enjoyed being with his family. He built several houses for his family. He also took great joy in helping others with their building projects. His greatest joy in life was achieved through helping and making others happy.  He will be greatly missed by the many who knew and loved him.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step-father, Russell Lee Hopkins and a brother, Calvin Lee Oakley.  He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Crestena “Chris” Jennings Oakley; three daughters, Renee Spain and husband, Gregory, of Greenville, and Trudy Garris and husband, Eric, and Christy Philbee and husband, Timothy, all of Stokes; grandchildren, Anna Louise Spain Alvarez and husband, Mitchell, Sidney B. Spain, James Michael Johnson, Ian A. Garris, Rosanna L. Garris, Mary Elizabeth Spain, Jacob L. Philbee and Lindsey E. Philbee; sister, Paulette O. Alligood and husband, Dwight, of Blounts Creek; a niece, Pamela Kuers and a nephew, Joseph Lee Jones, Jr.  (Wilkerson Funeral Home)

Leah Dorcas Lindler Oakley

Mrs. Leah “Dorcas” Lindler Oakley, age 83, a resident of 202 Fairway Drive, Country Club Estates, passed away January 17, 2021 at her home.  Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday January 21, 2021 at Oakdale Cemetery in Washington, conducted by Dr. Robert Cayton.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Oakley family.

Lily Kathleen Dixon Oakley

(Unknown newspaper & date)  Submitted by Ruth Warren Dail who found this tucked away in an old Bible.

James Patrick O'Carroll

Mr. James Patrick O’Carroll, age 44, a resident of Raleigh, died Monday, January 2, 2012 at Duke University Medical Center in Durham.  A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, January 15, 2012 at Highland United Methodist Church in Raleigh officiated by Pastor David Goehehrind.  Mr. O’Carroll was born in Beaufort County on April 17, 1967. He was the son of Gloria Jean Dickinson Jackson and Al Patrick O’Carroll. Mr. O’Carroll worked as a registered nurse as long as his health permitted. He was a member of Highland United Methodist Church, sang in the church choir and was a member of their supper club. In his spare time, Mr. O’Carroll enjoyed watching old movies.  Mr. O’Carroll is survived by his mother, Jean Jackson of Plymouth; his father, Al Patrick O’Carroll of Blounts Creek; his brother and sister in law, Timothy Allen and Tracy O’Carroll of Chocowinity; a very close friend, Kevin Goodnight of Raleigh; special cousin, Robert Thomas Dickinson of Durham; and niece, Catherine O’Carroll of Chocowinity.  The family will receive friends from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Thursday, January 5, 2012 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington and other times at the home of his mother, Jean Jackson, 21824 Hwy 32 North, Plymouth. Stanley Jones will share remembrances with friends at the visitation.   Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the O’Carroll family.  (Paul Funeral Home & Crematory)

Virginia Gentry O'Carroll

Mrs. Virginia Gentry O’Carroll, age 82, a resident of 331 East 11th Street, Washington, died Sunday, June 20, 2010 at Beaufort County Medical Center in Washington.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, June 24, 2010 from the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington conducted by Steve Hill and Mark Lilley. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.  The following will serve as pallbearers: Robbie Moore, Rodney Moore, Matt Crisp, Joseph Moore, Scott Chadwick and Chris Respess. Jordan Moore will serve as an honorary pallbearer.  Mrs. O’Carroll was born in the Wilmar community of Craven County on November 28, 1927. She was the daughter of the late William Jackson Columbus Gentry and Daisy Williams Gentry. Mrs. O’Carroll was a homemaker. She was a Past Matron of Washington Chapter #7 of the Eastern Star and former member of the Shrinettes. Mrs. O’Carroll was a member of Haw Branch Church of Christ.  On September 10, 1948, she married John Wesley O’Carroll, who preceded her in death, August 12, 2000.  Mrs. O’Carroll is survived by two sons, John W. O’Carroll, Jr., Kevin R. O’Carroll and friend, Crystal O’Neal all of Washington; four daughters, Connie O’Carroll Moore and husband, Reid, Ann O’Carroll, Barbara O’Carroll VanLandingham and husband, Jim all of Washington, Lynne O’Carroll and fiancé Ken Willoughby of Ayden; two sisters, Arue Parker and husband Bernard of Jacksonville, FL and Carolyn Rouse and husband, Perry of Olympia, N.C.; one brother, Dennis Gentry of Wilmar; six grandchildren, Kimberly Moore, Robin Moore III and wife, Molly, Rodney B. Moore and wife, Susan, Matt Crisp III and wife, Kim, Jaime Crisp Chadwick and husband, Scott, Suzanne P. Respess and husband, Chris; 12 great grandchildren, Joseph, Jordan and Meghan Moore, Carson and Anna Reid Moore, Ainsley Moore, Cayman, Kyle, and Kinley Crisp, Asa Chadwick, Hailey and Hanna Grace Respess; brother in law, John Bradshaw and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. O’Carroll was preceded in death by one brother, Luther Ray Gentry, one sister, Betty Bradshaw, and one grandson, Alexander Thomas Howard.  The family will receive friends from 7:00 PM to 8:30 pm Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at Paul Funeral Home, Washington and other times at the home 331 East 11th Street, Washington.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is honored to serve the O’Carroll family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Marjorie Buck Adams O'Conney

Mrs. Marjorie Buck Adams O’Conney, age 49, a resident of 358 Kelly Lane, Blounts Creek, died Monday October 31, 2011 at her home.  Mrs. Adams O’Conney was born in Beaufort County on March 12, 1962 to the late Hallet Samuel Buck and Clara Taylor Buck. She was a 1980 graduate of Chocowinity High School and was employed as a cashier in the Walmart Pharmacy in Washington.  Survivors include her husband, Wayne O’Conney of the home, one daughter, Samantha Remick and husband Mike of Blounts Creek, one son, Brandon Adams of Blounts Creek, two brothers, Tom Buck and wife Susan of Ahoskie, Jim Buck and wife Marjorie of Blounts Creek, one sister, Juanita Taylor and husband Charles of Blounts Creek and one granddaughter Khataryna Frizzell.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Annie Mae Alligood Oden

Mrs. Annie Mae Alligood Oden, age 97, of Edenton and formerly of Elizabeth City, died Friday, October 9, 2020 at Primetime Assisted Living in Edenton.  Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, October 15, 2020 at Oakdale Cemetery in Washington, conducted by Rev. Gayla Collins.   Due to restrictions and conditions caused by Covid-19 virus, a private family burial will be held.  Masks and social distancing are expected.  Mrs. Oden was born in Washington, N.C. on July 27, 1923. She was the daughter of the late Charles Franklin Alligood and Annie Mara Alligood.  Mrs. Oden was a proud Washington High School graduate, Class of 1942 along with her husband and they attended each class reunion. She was a dedicated member of the Mt. Herman United Methodist Church of Elizabeth City.  Mrs. Oden was one of three ladies in the church (affectionately known as The Three Musketeers) who would drive church members to see sick members of the church.  Mrs. Oden was known as the “Road Runner”.  Mrs. Oden was married to Logan Wallace “Wally” Oden, who preceded her in death.  Mrs. Oden is survived by her daughter, Ann Forehand (Roy) of Edenton; three grandchildren, John Franklin Lamb, Jr. of Shoreview, MN, Clifton Douglas Lamb of Largo, FL, Wallace Lee Lamb of Durham; nine great grandchildren, and step grandson, Lance K. Forehand.  In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Oden was preceded in death by two sons, Earl Wayne Oden and L. W. “Logan” Oden, Jr.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Oden family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Caswell Oden
The Weekly Standard (Raleigh, NC) - Wednesday, Feb. 6, 1856; pg. 3

Doris Bowen Oden

Mrs. Doris Bowen Oden, age 89, a former resident of the Waterford Place, died Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Britthaven of Washington.  Services will be private.  Mrs. Oden was born in Beaufort County on June 6, 1920. She was the daughter of the late George Robert Bowen and Estelle Allen Bowen. Mrs. Oden graduated from Bath High School in 1937. She worked in the Parts Department at Hamilton Beach, retiring in 1982. Mrs. Oden was a member of the First Christian Church in Washington.  On December 6, 1942, she married James McDonald “Jimmy” Oden, who preceded her in death, September 25, 1982.  Survivors include a son, James M. “Don” Oden, Jr. and his wife, Crystal of Washington; four grandchildren, J.T., Kyle, Caroline and Erin; two great grandchildren, Abigail and Katelyn and daughter in law, Cher Oden-Fox of Brevard, N.C.  In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Oden was preceded in death by a son, Dale Robert Oden and a brother, Ottis Bowen.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is honored to serve the Oden family.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Thursday, December 10, 2009)

George Howard Oden

George Howard “Yank” Oden, a resident of 115 Maple Creek Drive, Washington, died at his home on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012.  A funeral wil be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at L.R. Randolph Memorial Chapel, Washington.  Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. today at L.R. Randolph Memorial Chapel, Washington, and other times at the home of his sister, Mrs. Annie O. Pope, 3739 River Road, Washington. Arrangements are by Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Sunday, February 5, 2012)

James Louis Oden

Mr. James Louis Oden of 34753 U.S. Highway 264 East, Belhaven, died Thursday, May 18, 2006, at home.  The family will receive friends at the home.  Arrangements will be announced by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Friday, May 19, 2006)

John Henry Oden, III

John Henry Oden, III, 55, of 14905 U.S. 264 East, Pinetown, died Wednesday, July 23, 2003, at the Beaufort County Hospital in Washington, NC.  A funeral service will be held Friday, July 25, 2003, at 2 pm from the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service with the Rev. Curtis White officiating.  Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.  Jimmy Latham, Gaylon Ambrose, Bill Lurvey, Jr., Mike Gettys, Gary Mason, Al Cutler, Larry Floyd, and George Elliott, III will serves as pallbearers.  David Burbage, Sr., Vernon Godley, Jr. and Howard Moore will serve as honorary pallbearers.  The family will join friends Thursday evening from 7 pm to 9 pm at Hillside Funeral Service, 4500 Highway 264 East, Washington, NC and other times at the home of his mother at 15128 US 264 East, Pinetown, NC.  Mr. Oden was born on April 26, 1948 in Beaufort County, and was the son of Vera Gettys Oden and the late John Henry Oden, Jr., who preceded him in death on Nov. 30, 1991.  He was US postal carrier with the Bath Post Office, member of the Bath Tri-Centennial Commission, Bath Historic Commission, Historic Bath Foundation and co-authored articles for the NC Genealogy Society Journal.  He also served as past president of the Beaufort County Genealogical Society, North Carolina Genealogical Society, and editor of the Pamteco Tracings Journal of the Beaufort County Genealogical Society.  On July 3, 1988, he married Janice Sawyer.  Survivors include his wife, Janice Sawyer Oden; his mother, Vera Gettys Oden of Pinetown, NC; two sisters, Lynda Oden of Pinetown, NC; Elizabeth “Betsy” Oden Boxer and her husband, Mark, of Spartanburg, SC; and one brother, Dale Oden of Pinetown, NC; his aunt, Elizabeth Oden Elliott of Pinetown, NC; two nephews, Stephen Oden and John David Oden and one niece, Laura Oden; his mother-in-law, Joyce Patrick Sawyer of Rocky Hock, NC; two brothers-in-law, David Sawyer and his wife, Mary, of Rocky Hock, NC; and Bill Sawyer of Raleigh, NC; two sisters-in-law, Brenda S. Harrell and her husband, Louis, of Tyner, NC; and Mary Sawyer of Edenton, NC.  Arrangements are by Hillside Funeral Service.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - July 24, 2003)  [See an inventory of his huge genealogical collection here.]

Logan Wallace Oden, Jr.

ELIZABETH CITY - Mr. Logan Wallace Oden, Jr., age 62, a resident of 107 Chesterfield Drive, Elizabeth City, died August 10, 2015.  A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM on Thursday August 13, 2015 at Oakdale Cemetery officiated by Rev. Danny Allen. Family and friends will meet at Paul Funeral Home and go in procession to the cemetery. The family will receive friends following the service at the graveside.  Mr. Oden was an employee of Bank of Hampton Roads/Gateway Bank.  He is survived by his mother: Annie Mae Alligood Oden of Elizabeth City; his sister: Ann O. Forehand (Roy) of Edenton and three nephews: Johnny Lamb of MN, Cliff Lamb of FL and Wally Lamb of Durham. He is preceded in death by his father: Logan Wallace (Wally) Oden.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Oden family.  (The Daily Advance - Wednesday, August 12, 2015)

Vera Gettys Oden

Mrs. Vera Gettys Oden, age 92, a resident of 15128 US Hwy 264 East, Pinetown died Monday May 31, 2010 at her home.  A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday June 3, 2010 at the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home in Washington officiated by the Rev. Curtis White. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Ted Baynor, Bill Scott Cutler, Al Cutler, Allen Holden, Jimmy Latham and Mike Gettys will serve as pallbearers. The Colonial Book Club of Bath, Ricky Woolard and Jerry Modlin will serve as honorary pallbearers.  Mrs. Oden was born in Rutherford County on May 5, 1918 daughter of the late Mrs. Willie Gettys. She graduated from Hollis High School and Asheville Teachers’ College. Mrs. Oden married John H. Oden, Jr., who preceded her in death on November 30, 1991. Mrs. Oden was a teacher in Bath for 35 years. She was a member and former president of Delta Kappa Gamma, a member of the Colonial Book Club of Bath, a member of the Beaufort County Mental Health Association for many years, a member of the National Education Association and North Carolina Association of Educators. Mrs. Oden was an avid fan of the North Carolina Tarheels.  Mrs. Oden is survived by her children: Lynda Oden, Dale Oden and Karen Nethercutt and Betsy Oden Boxer and husband Mark, “other daughters”: Janice Sawyer Oden and Sherry Modlin, grandchildren: Stephen, Laura and John David Oden all of Hunter’s Bridge. In addition to her mother and husband, Mrs. Oden is preceded in death by a son: John H. Oden, III and a brother: Fred Gettys.  The family would like to offer a thank you to the special caregivers: Margaret Harris, Marie Boyd, Grace Sawyer and Sherry Modlin and dear friends: Eleanor Humphrey, Rachel Swindell, Myra Wingate and Ruth Waters.  The family will receive friends Wednesday June 2, 2010 from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and other times at the home.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is honored to serve the Oden family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Viola Smith Oden

Mrs. Viola S. Oden, 90, of 145 Tuten Road, Blounts Creek, died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, at Craven Regional Medical Center in New Bern.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in St. Anna Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. David Moore Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  Mrs. Oden was born in Beaufort County on Aug. 25, 1918. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Lukie M. Smith. She attended the Beaufort County Schools. She was married to John A. Oden, who preceded her in death. She was a member of St. Anna Missionary Baptist Church, where she served on the mother board, usher board and women’s auxiliary.  Survivors include two sons, Thomas E. Oden Sr. of Blounts Creek and Jack L. Oden of Grimesland; two daughters, Queenie O. Cutler and Malissa Cutler, both of Edward; eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and three sisters, Rubell Smith of Grimesland, Shirley Hackney of  Arapahoe and Delores Corbett of Chocowinity.  The family will receive friends at the home. A walk-in visitation will be held today from 1-7 p.m. at Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home, Washington.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Friday, January 9, 2009)

Waldeth Oden

Waldeth Oden NORFOLK - Waldeth Oden, 87, passed away April 10, 2008. He was born in Little Washington, N.C., to the late Hannah and Will Oden. He served in the U.S. Navy for many years. He also served as a Mason for the Milicer 136. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maggie Oden. He is survived by his daughter, Margaret Allen, and son, Reginald Harris, both of Chesapeake; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great- great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. A Christian wake will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. today at Graves Funeral Home. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home chapel by Bishop Basnight. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. The family will assemble at 1092 Clements Ave., Norfolk, one hour before the funeral.  (The Virginian-Pilot [Norfolk, Va.] – Monday, April 14, 2008)

William Augustus Oden, Jr.

Mr. William “Bill” Augustus Oden, Jr., age 70, a resident of Harbor Road, Riverside, Washington, NC died Tuesday morning, November 21, 2017 at his home.  Mr. Oden was born in Washington, NC on September 6, 1947, son of the late William Augustus Oden and Sarah Ellen Sykes Oden. He grew up in Norfolk, VA and attended public and private schools there. In 1969, he received a B.S. in Commerce from the McIntire School of Commerce at the University of Virginia. After college, he served two years in U.S. Army Intelligence during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of First Lieutenant.  On July 13, 1974, Mr. Oden married the former Elizabeth Carrow Rodman of Washington at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. He is survived by his wife and two children, William Augustus Oden, III and his wife, Katherine Walker Oden of Wilmington, NC, and Elizabeth Oden Woodard and her husband, Dr. James Thomas Woodard of Rocky Mount, NC. He is also survived by his granddaughter, Alston Katherine Oden, who was born in December of 2014, and his grandson, John Rodman Woodard, who was born in September of 2016. In addition to his parents, Mr. Oden is preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Anna Oden, who died shortly after birth in 1944, and Sarah Ellen Oden, who died in 2007.  Mr. Oden served on the Board of Adjustment for the City of Washington, was a former member of the Washington-Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, served on the Board of Directors for the Washington Yacht & Country Club, was a former member of the local Advisory Board of the Salvation Army, and was a former member and secretary-treasurer of the Washington Evening Rotary Club. Mr. Oden served on the Vestry of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, where he also was the church treasurer for nine years, and was a former member of the Diaconate of First Presbyterian Church, where he was a member. Most recently, Mr. Oden served on the Marion L. Shepard Cancer Foundation Board of Directors. He was a self-employed CPA in Washington, NC.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, November 24, 2017 at First Presbyterian Church in Washington officiated by Pastor William Lee Kinney. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.   Curtis Harcum Hathaway, Jr., Dr. Albert McCray Jones, III, Leonard Steven Lee, Sr., Henry Blount Rumley, Jr., Dr. Seth Campbell Rumley, Dr. Joshua Tayloe, and Paul Harrington Wetmore, Jr. will serve as pallbearers.  The family will receive friends at the home.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Oden family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Mary Chason McFadyen Oestreich

WASHINGTON, N.C. - Mary Chason McFadyen Oestreich, 85, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Oakdale Cemetery. The Rev. Danny Allen will officiate the service. Mrs. Oestreich was born on June 6, 1923, in Robeson County. She was the loving daughter of the late Leonard and Stella McFadyen and widow of Roy H. Oestreich. Lovingly known as "Granny" by her family, she was an amazing woman. She had no limits for her capacity to love and to be loved by others. Her family was first and foremost in her heart and her love of life is a legacy to all. She was preceded in death by her husband; brother, Benjamin McFadyen; and grandson, David Oestreich. Surviving are her sisters, Sarah Maxwell of Raeford, Rebecca Cook of Tarpon Springs, Fla.; a son James "Wayne" Oestreich of Washington; three daughters, Judy Rethmeier of Winston-Salem, Pamela Anderson and Lynne Howard, both of Greenville; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the home of her son, Wayne Oestreich, 140 Summer Haven Lane, Washington, N.C., and following the service at the graveside.  (Greenville Daily Reflector [Greenville, NC] – Monday, August 4, 2008)

Roy Harding Oestreich

Mr. Roy Harding Oestreich, age 87, a former resident of 201 Ellison Drive, Smallwood, Washington died Friday, March 21, 2008 at Britthaven of Washington.  Graveside services will be held 11:00 am Monday, March 24, 2008 at Oakdale Cemetery, Washington, conducted by Rev. Danny Allen.  Mr. Oestreich was born in Fox Lake, Wisconsin on February 21, 1921. He was the son of the late Wilhelm Henry Oestreich and Wilhelmina Marie Witthun Oestreich. Mr. Oestreich served in the U.S, Army, retiring with the rank of Lt. Colonel. He was awarded the Bronze Star with Oak Leaf Cluster, Silver Star, and the Purple Heart. Mr. Oesteich was an executive with Burlington Industries and National Spinning before his retirement. He was a member of the American Legion and the V.F.W. Mr. Oestreich was a member of the First United Methodist Church and was one of the original members of the Caring Christian Carpenters.  On March 7, 1942, Mr. Oestreich married the former Mary Chason McFadyen, who survives.  Surviving with his wife are one son, James “Wayne” Oestreich of Washington; three daughters, Judy Rethmeier of Winston-Salem, Pamela Anderson and Lynne Howard both of Greenville; eight grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.  Mr. Oestreich was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Glorein and Ruth; two brothers, Forrest and twin Ray; and one grandson, David Oestreich.  The family will receive friends after services at the graveside.   Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Oestreich family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Elizabeth Jennings O'Farrow

Mrs. Elizabeth Jennings O’Farrow of 104 Daniel Court, Washington, died Saturday, March 3, 2007, at Beaufort County Hospital, Washington.  A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in Mother of Mercy Catholic Church with Father M. Arturo Cabra officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington. Mrs. O’Farrow was born Oct. 4, 1923, the daughter of McKenzie and Lelia Jennings. She attended the Norfolk Public Schools. She was married to Edmund O’Farrow Jr., who survives.  Survivors include one daughter, Josephine O’Farrow of Trenton, N.J.; one sister, Aleen Leonard of Trenton, N.J. and three grandchildren.  The family will receive friends today from 4-6 p.m. at Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington, and other times at the home.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Thursday, March 8, 2007)

Selma E.  O'Farrow

Mrs. Selma E. O’Pharrow of 582 Price Road, Chocowinity died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at the home of her daughter, Deanna O. Anderson of Durham.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in Spring Garden Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. E.R. McNair officiating. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens.  Mrs. O’Pharrow was born May 28, 1930, the daughter of William H. and Idora Swinson Edwards. She graduated from Greene County Training School and Elizabeth City State University. She taught school at Snow Hill Elementary, Washington Elementary and Eastern Elementary schools. She was married to Louis O’Pharrow, who preceded her in death Dec. 10, 2001. She was a member of the NAACP and the Cancer Society. She was a member of Spring Garden Missionary Baptist Church, where she was a member of the senior choir, Circle Y Club, kitchen committee and floral committee.  Survivors include one son, Louis O’Pharrow Jr. of Charlotte; two daughters, Deanna O. Anderson of Durham and Jean Rodgers of Williamston; two surrogate children, Wanda Keyes of Silver Spring, Md., and William A. Keyes III of McLean, Va.; three sisters, Gaynell Poteat of Goldsboro, Glennie Sims of Marysville, Calif., and Ruby Scott of Rochester, N.Y.; two brothers, Leon Edwards of Clinton, Md., and Leslie Edwards of Edison, N.J., and six grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by one sister, Dorothy McCowan and two brothers, Glaston H. Edwards and Linwood Edwards.  The family will receive friends today from 6-7 p.m. at Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Friday, September 26, 2008)

Vera Frances Everett Oland

Vera Frances Everett Oland, age 89, a resident of Pinetown, NC, died Tuesday April 10, 2018 at her home.  A graveside service will be held 11:00Am Friday April 13, 2018 at Oakdale Cemetery and will be officiated by Dennis R. Davis.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday April 12, 2018 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Oland family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Maria Estella Morales Olivares

Mrs. Maria Estella Olivares, age 47, a resident of Beaufort Place, in the Smallwood community of Washington, NC, passed away Monday, December 5, 2011 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital. A rosary service will be held on Friday, December 9, 2011 at 6 PM in the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service & Cremations. The family will receive friends immediately following the rosary service and other times at the home. A funeral mass will be held at Mother of Mercy Catholic Church on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 11 AM, officiated by Father Arturo Cabra. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery. Raul Olivares, Jr., Marcos Olivares, Marcos Morales, Gerardo Olivares, Alejandro Olivares and Guadalupe Barrera will serve as pallbearers.   Mrs. Olivares was born on May 31, 1964 in Apo del Rosario, Michoacán, Mexico, daughter of Mr. Marcos Morales, who survives and the late Mrs. Flora Ortiz. She and her husband, Raul Olivares moved to Washington from California three years ago. She was employed with the City of Washington as the Children's Library Coordinator. Mrs. Olivares was a member of Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, Pastoral Council, and an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion.  Survivors include her husband, Raul Olivares of the home; her father, Marcos Morales of Victorville, CA; two sons, Raul Olivares, Jr. and Marcos Olivares, both of Washington, NC; two daughters, Melissa E. Olivares and Michelle E. Olivares, both of Washington, NC; two brothers, Javier Morales and Jose Antonio Morales, both of Santa Ana, CA; and three sisters, Maria Yolanda Aguilar and Irma Flores, both of Victorville, CA, and Maria Guadalupe Olivares of Washington, NC.  Hillside Funeral Service & Cremations has been given the honor of being entrusted with serving the Olivares family.  (Hillside Funeral Service)

Braxton Smith Oliver
Aug. 30, 1917 - June 4, 2014

Braxton Smith Oliver, age 96, a resident of Belangia Rd., Havelock, NC, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at Crystal Coast Hospice House. There will be a graveside celebration of his life at 11:00 am, Friday, June 6, at Oakdale Cemetery, Washington, NC, officiated by Rev. Robert Tilley. The family will receive friends Friday, June 6 from 10:00 to 10:45 am at Hillside Funeral Service, 4500 Hwy 264 E., Washington, NC and travel to the cemetery in procession. The family will also receive friends at the home of Gayle Clark and Bryan Ross, 924 Isabella Ave. Ext., Washington, NC.  (Hillside Funeral Service)

Gary DeWayne Oliver

Mr. Gary DeWayne Oliver, age 62, a resident of 16184 N.C. Hwy 32 North, Pinetown, died Friday, June 29, 2007 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville.  Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, July 1, 2007 at the Jarvis Harris Cemetery, Highway 32 North, Pinetown conducted by Rev. David Pooser.  The following will serve as pallbearers: Jesse Respass, Matt Respass, Butch Oliver, Edward Oliver, Willie Jefferson, John Brinn, Greg Clayton and Steve Van Staalduinen.  Mr. Oliver was born in Beaufort County on April 27, 1945. He was the son of Hazel Watson Oliver and the late Fernie H. Oliver. Mr. Oliver was retired from Weyerhaeuser and was a self employed building contractor. On June 13, 1965, Mr. Oliver married the former Patsy Stokesberry, who survives.  Surviving with his wife are a son, John R. Oliver of Belhaven; a daughter, Paula O. Brinn of Belhaven; his mother, Hazel Watson Oliver of Plymouth; three brothers, Fernie H. Oliver, Jr. of Pinetown, Ronald Gene Oliver of Bayview, Larry Oliver of Bath; two sisters, Kathy O. Jefferson of Washington, Linda O. Respass of Plymouth; and three grandchildren, Bethany Oliver, Brantley Brinn and Collin Brinn.  The family will receive friends from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday, June 30, 2007 at Paul Funeral Home, Washington and other times at 202 Waterford Place, Minuteman Lane, Washington.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Oliver family.  (Paul Funeral Home obituary)

Larry Lester Oliver

Mr. Larry Lester Oliver, 62, a resident of 684 Sawmill Landing, Bath, NC died Sunday August 8, 2010 at his home.  A graveside funeral service will be held 11:00AM Thursday at Jarvis Harris Cemetery on Hwy 32 North of Washington conducted by Kent Gurganus. The following will serve as pallbearers: John Oliver, Jesse Respass, Butch Oliver, Willie Jefferson, Matt Respass and Justin Mixon. Honorary pallbearer will be Edward Oliver.  Mr. Oliver was born on September 6, 1947 son of the late Fernie Harding Oliver and Hazel Lee Watson Oliver, who survives. He was a 1966 graduate of Pantego High School. Mr. Oliver was retired from Weyerhaeuser. He was a member of Everett’s Cross Roads Church of Christ.  In addition to his mother, Mr. Oliver is survived by: a daughter; Allison Marie Oliver of Bath, NC, two brothers; Fernie Oliver, Jr. of Pinetown and Ronald Gene Oliver of Bayview, two sisters; Kathy Oliver Jefferson of Washington and Linda Sue Oliver Respass of Plymouth.  In addition to his father, Mr. Oliver was preceded in death by a brother; Gary Oliver.  The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 7:00PM-9:00PM at Paul Funeral Home of Washington.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is honored to serve the Oliver family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Daniel Brian Olson

Daniel Brian Olson was born in Kewanee IL to Robert Preston Olson and Josephine Pearl Olson (nee Shimek) and grew up in Illinois and Wisconsin. As the son of a career Army officer, Dan had the unique privilege to explore the world at a young age while stationed abroad with his family. He spent his early teens in Japan and later teens in Germany where he graduated high school. Upon returning to the United States he enlisted in the United States Air Force. During his five years of service he was stationed in California and Alaska and traveled extensively.  In the early 1960s, Dan returned to Wisconsin and began an accounting career at the Weyerhaeuser packaging division in Manitowoc Wisconsin. Here he met and eventually married Lorraine Olson (nee Fenlon) in May 1964. During his tenure with Weyerhaeuser Dan and his family relocated to work at the Idabel OK, New Bern NC and eventually Plymouth NC operations. The family settled in Washington NC, a place Dan loved and warmly called home. In the early 1980s he took a gamble on his passion for travel and opened Washington’s first travel agency, Travel Agents International, which eventually became Carlson Wagonlit Travel. The travel agency operated for 20 years, serving both leisure and business clients. To this day many people in Washington still call him “Dan the Travel Man” and fondly recall his helping book honeymoons, cruises and other overseas adventures.  Dan’s love for Washington encouraged him to run for the City Council. He was elected for his first term in 1991 and proudly served three terms through 2000. He was committed to preserving the city’s small-town charm that he loved so much.  During his retirement Dan took an active leadership role in the Golden K civic organization and was a founding member of the Down East Seniors. He volunteered at Beaufort County Hospital (now Vidant Beaufort Hospital) where he shared his wit, warmth and charm with patients and co-workers.  In 2016 Dan was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and throughout the ravaging effects of the disease he was still himself. He never met a stranger and loved being around people. He loved a good party and a cold beer. His crazy, slightly off-kilter sense of humor and genuineness immediately drew people in. Above all he loved his family and was always there. Despite the devastating loss of two of his children, he maintained a love of life and never let the bad times dictate who he was. He shone through all the struggles, refusing to be diminished by them and never lost his sense of humor and a simple joy of living. He died peacefully at home. He will be remembered as a loving, generous, kind and joyful person who made the world a better place just by being himself.  Dan is survived by his daughter Kristin Olson of Greenville NC and brothers James Olson of Pittsburg TX and Richard Olson of Port Washington WI. He is preceded in death by his daughter Katrina Marie Olson, son US Air Force Captain Patrick Olson and wife Lorraine Fenlon Olson.  Private graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at Oakdale Cemetery in Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Olson family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Lorraine Fenlon Olson

Mrs. Lorraine Fenlon Olson, age 82, a resident of Washington, NC passed away Sunday March 4, 2018 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.  A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday March 8, 2018 at Mother of Mercy Catholic Church and will be officiated by Father Brendon Buckler. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.  Lorraine will be deeply missed by family and friends who have always admired her grace, dignity, unfailing love for her family and deep devotion to her husband Dan. Whatever life threw at her, she maintained her delightful sense of humor and joy of living.  Lorraine was born in Manitowoc, WI where she met her loving husband. She is a graduate of Lincoln High School in Manitowoc and an active member of Mother of Mercy Catholic Church.  Survivors include her husband, Daniel Brian Olson of the home, a daughter, Kristin Nordeen Olson of Greenville, four sisters, Ruth Ann Madalena and husband Robert, Arlene Engel, Louise Lutz and husband Thomas, Sharon Marx and husband Steve, and several nieces and nephews.  She is preceded in death by her son U.S. Air Force Captain Patrick Brian Olson, a daughter Katrina Marie Olson, and her parents Raymond and Mildred Mrozinski Fenlon.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday March 7, 2018 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Olson family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Ralph A. Olson

WASHINGTON - Retired Army Maj. Ralph A. Olson, 83, of Washington, formerly of Fayetteville, died Wednesday, July 31, 2002.  Mr. Olson was a veteran of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He was a member of Christus Victor Lutheran Church.  A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. today in Christus Victor Lutheran Church in Fayetteville. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. today in Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery in Spring Lake. Arrangements are being handled by Wilkerson Funeral Home of Greenville.  Mr. Olson is survived by his wife, Beth B. Olson; a son, Ralph A. Olson Jr. of North Wilkesboro; three daughters, Mary L. Berger of Chicago, Martha A. McCabe of Charlotte and Margaret A. Best of Chocowinity; a brother, Ludwig Olson of Washington, D.C.; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.  The family will receive friends after the service at the church.  (The Fayetteville Observer (Fayetteville, NC) – August 6, 2002)

Daniel O’Merry, Jr.

Mr. Daniel O’Merry Jr., age 89, a resident of 2748 Lewis Haddock Road, Grifton, passed away Tuesday November 12, 2019 at his home.  Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Friday November 15, 2019 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington and will be conducted by Major Robbie Robbins and Pastor John Woodley. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Chris O’Merry, Ashley O’Merry, Barry Owens, B.J. Holland, Nick Robbins and Jason Haddock will serve as pallbearers. J.C. Haddock will serve as honorary pallbearer.  Mr. O’Merry was born in Beaufort County on November 12, 1930, to the late Daniel and Sidney Spruill O’Merry. He was a member of the Washington High School Class of 1949, was employed with Flanders Filters and was a self-employed electrician retiring in 1995. He was a member of the VFW Red Brinson Post 6088. On June 25, 2005 he married June Marie Haddock who survives. Mr. O’Merry served in the United States Army.  Survivors include his wife, June M. O’Merry of the home, one son, Daniel O’Merry III of Robersonville, two step daughters, Sharon Robbins and husband Robbie of Rock Hill, SC, Janet Webster and husband Sam of Grifton, one step son, Tim Walston and wife Melonie of Washington, ten grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Inez Ivey O’Merry, one daughter, Geneva “Neese” Holland, one son, Michael Jerome O’Merry, one brother and one sister.  The family will receive friends from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm Thursday November 14, 2019 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory and other times at the home.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the O’Merry family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Patricia Ann Struck O’Merry

Mrs. Patricia Anne Struck O’Merry, age 66, a resident of 4877 Sam Everett Road, Robersonville, died Sunday, May 26, 2019 under hospice care.  Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, May 31, 2019 at Oakdale Cemetery, Washington, conducted by Pastor Gary Bateman.  Mrs. O’Merry was born in Washington, N.C. on September 9, 1952. She was the daughter of the late Richard H. Struck and Fannie Mae Smith Struck. Mrs. O’Merry was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, taking care of her grandchildren and animals.   Christmas was her favorite holiday.  On October 11, 1971, she married Daniel O’Merry, who survives.  Surviving with her husband are two sons, Chris O’Merry and wife, Melissa White O’Merry of Kinston, Ashley O’Merry and wife, Melissa Pike O’Merry of Washington; six grandchildren, Spencer Heath, Hunter O’Merry, Connor O’Merry, Kailauni Bowles, Andre Bowles, Kaylen Pike; brother, Richard Struck of Virginia Beach, VA.; father in law and mother in law, Daniel O’Merry, Jr. and June O’Merry; sister in law, Tari Struck of Pilot Mountain, N.C. and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. O’Merry was preceded in death by two brothers, William Struck and Robert Struck.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, May 30, 2019 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington and other times at the home of her son, Ashley O’Merry, 107 Haven Way North, Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the O’Merry family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Barbara Carole Francis O’Neal

Barbara Carole Francis O’Neal, age 81, a former resident of Bath, NC, died Sunday July 29, 2018 at River Trace Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Washington.  A funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM Tuesday July 31, 2018 in the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.  Mrs. O’Neal was born in Beaufort County on May 20, 1937 to the late William J. Francis and Ethel Witherington Francis. She was a member of Bath Christian Church. On June 17, 1956, she married Robert Union O’Neal who preceded her in death on July 9, 1999. Mrs. O’Neal loved to play bingo and earned the nickname “Bingo Queen”  Survivors include her three children, Lisa O. Yates and fiancé JB Bullock, Robert U. O’Neal, III and wife Wanda, Barbara O. Kenyon and husband Robert, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, two sisters, Emily Santowasso, Leigh Barbour, a son-in-law, Marshall A. Myers, and a sister-in-law, Sue Francis.  She is preceded in death by a daughter, Michelle O’ Myers and a brother, William “Billy” Francis.  The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the funeral hour at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the O’Neal family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Betty Linton O’Neal

Mrs. Betty Linton O’Neal, age 76, a resident of 403 Foreman Lane, Belhaven, died Saturday, August 20, 2016 at her home.  Private services were held.  Mrs. O’Neal was born in Bath, N.C. on November 7, 1939. She was the daughter of the late Billy Linton and Annie Jefferson Linton. Mrs. O’Neal was a retired seamstress with Belhaven Cleaners. After her retirement, she took care of her grandchildren. She was a member of the Belhaven Assembly of God Church. In her spare time, she loved to paint and sew.  Mrs. O’Neal was married to Thomas Denton O’Neal, Sr., who preceded her in death in 1985.  She is survived by two sons, Thomas D. “Tommy” O’Neal, Jr. and wife, Janet of Washington, Phillip O’Neal of the home; niece, Kathy Payne of Columbia; four grandchildren, (who called her “Mimi”) Sydney O’Neal, Leah Payne, Andrew O’Neal, Shane Cannon; three brothers, Dallas Linton of Belhaven, George Linton of Bath, Wayne Linton of Columbia; and her faithful pet, Baby.  In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. O’Neal was preceded in death by daughter, Shannon O’Neal; a sister, Peggy Linton Smith; and three brothers, Clyde Linton, Jimmy Linton and Woodrow Linton.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the O’Neal family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Braxton Sterling O’Neal, Sr.

Mr. Braxton Sterling O’Neal Sr., age 90, a resident of 5452 Broad Creek Road, Washington, NC passed on to his heavenly home on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at his home.  A graveside service will be held  2:00 PM on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at Long Acre Chapel Christian Church Cemetery officiated by Rupert Wallace.  Mr. O’Neal’s grandchildren and the Elders and Deacons of Long Acre Chapel Christian Church will serve as pallbearers.  Mr. O’Neal was born in Washington on July 27, 1930, son of the late William John Wesley O’Neal and Viola Josephine Alligood O’Neal. He was a 1949 graduate of Washington High School. In 1960, he married the love of his life for 48 years, Jeannette Boyd, who preceded him in death in 2008.   He was a family man and enjoyed every minute of it. Braxton and Jeannette instilled Christian love, honor, integrity, and work ethics in their children and grandchildren “do the best you can within your ability in everything you do”.  A lifelong resident of Washington; Mr. O’Neal was a veteran of the US Navy. He was a well accomplished artist and maximized his artistic talent perfecting each task. Early in his career he started as a house painter, which quickly grew into a lifelong self-employed boat refinishing and sign lettering business. Mr. O’Neal refinished numerous yachts at Washington Yacht & Country Club and McCotter’s Marina, which included putting his little skiff overboard and lettering the transom. He liked to stop and fish while in the boathouses and chat with friends. He enjoyed many years of recreational fishing, hunting, gardening, and trapping along with his brothers and his family. In later years, he lettered many local business 18 wheeler trucks, occasionally painting a requested scene.  Mr. O’Neal was a 60+ years member of Long Acre Chapel Christian Church, serving as an Elder, board member, and Sunday School teacher, accomplishing over 25 years of perfect attendance. He enjoyed singing in the choir and occasionally presented a solo special.  He is survived by his children: Braxton S. O’Neal, Jr (Tina); Wesley H. O’Neal; and Mary Josephine O’Neal Chrismon (Roy); seven grandchildren, Braxton III, Todd (Cassy), Holden (Sarah), Cody, Reed, Ethan, and Amelia, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and many special nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by brothers: William, Archie, and John.  The family extends a special thanks to the doctors and nurses in Vidant Beaufort and Vidant Medical Cancer Center in Greenville, Christian love and support from caregiver and family friend Diane Hudson, treasured Church family, and all the visits, prayers and cards in love and support.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the O’Neal family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Catherine Hodges O’Neal

Mrs. Catherine Hodges O’Neal, age 91, a resident of 381 E. Bay St., Belhaven, died January 22, 2013 at her home.  Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven and will be conducted by Derik Davis. Burial will follow in Belhaven Community Cemetery. Georgie Baker, Kelvin Baker, Braxton O’Neal, Tony Pugh, Howard Sawyer and Lawrence VanEssendelft will serve as pallbearers.  Mrs. O’ Neal was born in Beaufort County on March 15, 1921 to the late Ralph Buxton Hodges and Rena Currin Mason Hodges. On May 1, 1943 she married Walter Miller O’Neal, Jr. who preceded her in death on July 24, 2008. She was a homemaker, attended Bath High School and was a member of Belhaven Original Free Will Baptist Church where she played the piano and served as treasurer. She enjoyed reading, quilting, sewing and crocheting. She enjoyed calling her friends to encourage them which we fondley called her “telephone ministry”.  Survivors include her daughter, Daphne O’Neal Robinson and husband Rich of Belhaven, her son, Walter “Walt” O’Neal and wife Dottie of Belhaven, two grandchildren, Amie Elliot and husband David of Bath, Craig Robinson and wife Amanda of Washington and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, James Hodges and one sister, Hilda Pugh.  The family will receive friends from 6:30 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the O’Neal family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

David Morgan O’Neal

David Morgan O’Neal, Sr., 63, of 7453 Turnpike Road, The Rose Bay Community, Swan Quarter, died late Tuesday, February 5, 2008, at Pungo District Hospital.  Born in Beaufort County, October 1, 1944, he was the son of the late Thomas Alvah and Retha Mae Windley O’Neal. He spent most of his working years farming and enjoyed commercial fishing as well. He received his higher education by earning an Agricultural Degree from the Agriculture Institute of North Carolina State University in 1964. He served as Soil and Water Supervisor for Hyde County for 35 years and served as State President of the Soil and Water Conservation Districts. He also represented Hyde County on the Resource, Conservation and Development Council for northeastern North Carolina for many years. He was a member of Scranton Christian Church where he served as a deacon. He also served on the Advisory Board of Open Door Ministries in Creswell.  Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Scranton Christian Church. David W. Mason and Linwood Adams, Jr. will officiate. Burial will follow in the family cemetery at the home.  Surviving are his wife, Mary Ann McKinney O’Neal; a son, David Morgan O’Neal, Jr. of Greenville; a daughter, Debbie O. Arthur and her husband, Chad of Belhaven; and the love of his life were his grandsons who called him “papa”….Ryan Morgan Arthur, Robert Thomas O’Neal and Brandon Warren Arthur.  The family will receive friends at Bryan Funeral Service on Thursday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and other times at the home.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Thursday, February 7, 2008)

Edna Williams O’Neal

Mrs. Edna Williams O’Neal, age 93, a resident of 26915 US Hwy 264 East, Belhaven, NC died Saturday October 9, 2010 at the Pungo District Hospital.  A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday October 12, 2010 at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven officiated by Glenn Waters, Minister. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens. Mrs. O’Neal’s grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Curt Mackey will serve as honorary pallbearer.  Mrs. O’Neal was born in Hyde County on November 17, 1916 daughter of the late Carlos Whamwick Williams and the late Annie Spencer Williams. She married Frederick Maxville O’Neal who preceded her in death. Mrs. O’Neal was an Avon representative in the Pantego and Pungo area and obtained Avon’s honors club status which awarded her with a trip to Monte Carlo. She will be greatly missed by her children, grandchildren and friends.  Surviving are children: Mildred O’Neal Mills and her husband L.C. of Washington and Max O’Neal and his wife Mary Lou of Belhaven: six grandchildren: Jason O’Neal of Wake Forest, Jenny O’Neal of Raleigh, Selena O’Neal of Las Vegas, NV, Freddie Clayton of Greenville, Eddie Clayton of Pinetown and Teddy Clayton of Washington and ten great grandchildren. Mrs. O’Neal was preceded in death along with her parents and husband by a son: Douglas Murray O’Neal; a grandson: Eric Daniel Clayton; a brother: Clafton Williams and a sister: Mary Williams.  The family will receive friends 7: 00 PM to 9:00 PM Monday October 11, 2010 at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven.   Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the O’Neal family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Johnnie William O’Neal, Jr.

Mr. Johnnie William “Buddy” O’Neal, Jr., age 69, a former resident of 552 Nelson Road, Vanceboro and currently of 1393 Old Bath Highway, Washington died Tuesday, June 19, 2007 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville.  Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, June 23, 2007 from, the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington, conducted by Pastor Mike Scott and Pastor Gary Thompson. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens, Washington.  The following will serve as pallbearers: William Derrick Coltrain, Donald Ray Woolard, Linwood Earl Woolard, David Bembridge, Ricky Walston and Billy Davis.  The following will serve as honorary pallbearers: Troy Woolard, Rusty Elks, Grant Elks, Wayland Alligood, Major Alligood, Tony Winstead, and Chris Winstead.  Mr. O’Neal was born in Pitt County on July 4, 1937. He was the son of the late Johnnie William O’Neal and Annie Jones O’Neal. Mr. O’Neal was a retired Truck Driver with over 50 years of dedicated service. He was known to his trucking buddies as the “Dancing Man.” He was a member of the Washington Moose Lodge. Mr. O’Neal loved the mountains and loved to dance. He was a devoted and loving father and grandfather.  On April 14, 1956, Mr. O’Neal married the former Argie Gray Woolard, who preceded him in death, July 13, 1994. Later, he married the former Joyce Everett, who survives.  Surviving with his wife are three daughters, Cindy Jobe and husband, Rick, Judy Washington and husband, Kevin, Kim Douglas and husband, Tommy all of Washington; one son, Johnnie Linwood O’Neal and wife Jenny of Washington; three brothers, Kirby O’Neal and Bobby Ray O’Neal both of Greenville, Thomas O’Neal of Grifton; four sisters, Marie Simpkins and Lois Ann Ball both of Washington, Gloria Jean Ludwig of Hubert, Betty Winslow of Wilson; eight grandchildren, Denise Woolard, William Derrick Coltrain, Brandon Washington, Allison Washington, Ashley Douglas, Chase Douglas, Carter O’Neal and Evan O’Neal and six great grandchildren.  The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 22, 2007 at Paul Funeral Home, Washington and other times at the home of his daughter, Kim Douglas, 513 Biggs Road, Washington.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the O’Neal family.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Saturday, June 23, 2007)

Lois Ann O’Neal

A memorial service for Lois Ann O’Neal will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 19, 2007, at Leon Randolph Memorial Chapel, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington.  O’Neal was born May 28, 1958 to Russell James Gray and the late Sudie Mae Gray in Greenville. She died on Nov. 9, 2007.  She graduated from D.H. Conley High School and was employed at Stanadyne Corp. for many years.  She is survived by three children, Burnice Lee O’Neal Jr., Suzanne Denise Northern and Tiffany Mae Roulhac; two grandchildren; nine sisters, Lucy, Evangeline, Lillian, Louise, Lola, Patricia, Felica, Katrina and Monique; four brothers, Ernest, Russell Jr., Eric and Quinton. She was preceded in death by two brothers, James Earl and Terry.  Leon Randolph Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Monday, November 19, 2007)

Martha Jeanette Boyd O’Neal

Mrs. Martha Jeannette Boyd O’Neal, age 72, a resident of 5452 Broad Creek Road, Washington, NC died Saturday November 22, 2008 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital.  A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday November 25, 2008 at Long Acre Chapel Christian Church officiated by Thelbert Leggett and Linwood Adams. Burial will follow in the Long Acre Chapel Church Cemetery. Elders and Deacons of Long Acre Chapel Church will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Mrs. O’Neal’s grandchildren.  Mrs. O’Neal was born in Pinetown on August 14, 1936 daughter of the late Hallas Hunter Boyd, Sr. and the late Mary Benton Wallace Boyd. She was a 1954 graduate of Pantego High School and married Braxton S. O’Neal Sr. on November 24, 1960 who survives. Mr. and Mrs. O’Neal made their family home in Washington. She was a lifelong member of Long Acre Chapel Christian Church, a member of the church choir and the ladies aid. Mrs. O’Neal was an accomplished seamstress that worked at Buckman’s Clothing Store in Washington, a highly regarded cook and a proud homemaker. She was a member of the A to Z Doll club in Washington, who enjoyed creating porcelain dolls, which continue to be prized by family members and collectors. In her later years she shared a new found love of landscape painting with Mr. O’Neal.  Surviving along with her husband Braxton, Sr. of the home are two sons: Braxton S. O’Neal Jr. and his wife Tina of Raleigh; Wesley O’Neal and his wife Deborah of Pinetown; a daughter: Mary Josephine O’Neal Chrismon and her husband Roy of Washington; a brother: Hallas Boyd, Jr. and his wife Linda of Belhaven; a sister: Thelma Boyd Allen and her husband Norman of Pantego and seven grandchildren: Braxton S. O’Neal, III, Holden O’Neal, Ethan O’Neal, Todd O’Neal, Reed O’Neal, Cody Chrismon and Amelia Chrismon.  The family will receive friends 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Monday November 24, 2008 at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and at other times at the home.  Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the O’Neal family.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Sunday, November 23, 2008)

Nora E. Dudley O’Neal

Nora E. Dudley O'Neal, 68, a retired beautician and a member of the Galbraith AME Zion Church, where she was president of the committee for the sick and vice president of the deaconess board, died Feb. 25 at Providence Hospital of cancer and complications after a stroke.  Mrs. O'Neal was born in Washington, N.C., and moved here about 1930. She graduated from the old Madame C.J. Walker Beauty School and worked as a beautician from the late 1940s until she retired in 1968.  She was the January hostess of the Southeast Bay Street Neighborhood Club. Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Uriah, of Washington; a son, Adron U., of Laurel; four daughters, Cyneethia P. Humbles, Nina B. O'Neal, Dr. Nona H. O'Neal and Thelma E. O'Neal, all of Washington; a sister, Frances L. Brown of La Plata; eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.  (The Washington Post (Washington, DC) – March 1, 1984; pg. C7)

Sandre Bell O’Neal

Mrs. Sandra Bell O'Neal, age 53, a resident of 9106 NC HWY 45 N, Belhaven, NC, died at her home on Monday, June 14, 2010.  A graveside funeral service will be held at Oakdale Cemetery, Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at 1:00 P.M. officiated by Pastor H.P. Norman.  The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until the funeral hour at Hillside Funeral Service.  Pallbearers will be Blake Daniels, Eric Daniels, Reid Courson, Jonathan Bell, Glenn Bell, and Rich Robinson.  Sandy was born in Halifax County on September 18, 1956, the daughter of the late Leroy Franklin Bell and Annie Latham Bell who survives.  She was married on September 24, 1977 to Walter M. O'Neal III.  Sandy was employed by Pungo District Hospital for almost 30 years, from 1979 to 2007.  During that time, she studied diligently and received the following accomplishments:  she attended Pitt County Community College in 1981; Registered Radiology Technologist 1981;   Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer 1989; Registered Mammography Technologist 1992; Registered in Adult Echocardiology 2003; and Registered in Vascular Technology 2004.  Sandy served Pungo District Hospital as their Radiology Department Manager from 1984 to 1998.    Sandra is survived by her husband, Walter M. O'Neal III and their beloved canine companion "Muffin"; brothers Glenn Bell and wife Susan of Washington, Jonathan Bell and wife Sharon of Ponzer; sister Sherry Bell Daniels of Winterville; three nephews Blake Daniels, Eric Daniels and Craig Robinson; three nieces Jamie Gautier, Jeri Bell, and Amie Elliott.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Sarah Lynch O’Neal

Sarah Lynch O'Neal, 36, of 655 S.W. Craven Middle School Road, New Bern, died Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, at her home.  She was born in Beaufort County and attended Beaufort County Schools. She pursued a career in nursing and was employed in home healthcare field. She was a member of United Pentecostal Holiness Church of Bayboro.  The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Biblical House of God with the Rev. Carrie Sawyer officiating. Burial will be in the Carmon family Cemetery in New Bern.  She is survived by three sons, Theodoruckus O'Neal, Rakeem O'Neal and Jamaal O'Neal, all of New Bern; three sisters, Mary L. Lipton, Mary A. Carmon and Betty M. Gatlin, all of New Bern; and four brothers, William Carmon, Nathan Lynch and Joseph Lynch, all of New Bern, and W. Jimmy Lynch of Wilmington.  Viewing will be one hour prior to the service at the church. The family will receive friends at the home.  Arrangements by Whitfield and Whitley Funeral Home, Washington, N.C.  (Sun Journal (New Bern, NC) - Saturday, February 9, 2008)

Walton Prentiss O’Neal [Sr.]

BELHAVEN- W. Prentiss O'Neal, age 73, former mayor of Belhaven and operator of O'Neal's Drug Store here for more than 40 years, died this morning in Pungo District Hospital here.  Funeral services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church by the Rev. David Lovelace, rector.  Burial will follow in Belhaven Community Cemetery.  Mr. O'Neal was born May 4, 1905 son of the late Walton and Florence Gibbs O'Neal.  He was first married to Mae Leigh who died in January 1961.  His second marriage was to Harriett Wilson Keaton.  Mr. O'Neal was a pharmacy graduate at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and owned and operated O'Neal Drug Store here for more than 40 years.  He recently opened a store at Swan Quarter.  Mr. O'Neal was a member of St. James Episcopal Church and was Senior Warden.  He was chairman of the Pungo District Hospital Board of Trustees, a post he had held since the hospital was founded.  He was a charter member and past president of the Belhaven-Pantego Rotary Club, Belhaven Masonic Lodge and was a Scottish and York Rite Mason and a Shriner.  Mr. O'Neal was mayor of Belhaven for 18 years and was active in town affairs here most of his life.  Surviving besides his widow are two sons, W.P. O'Neal, Jr. and Edwin Leigh O'Neal, both of Belhaven; two daughters, Mrs. Peggy O'Neal Lifson of Elizabeth, N.J. and Mrs. Betsy O'Neal Montgomery of Bowin, Md.; two step-children, Frank Keaton of Chapel Hill and Willie Keaton Williams of Fuquay-Varina; 11 grandchildren; one brother, A. Eugene O'Neal of Belhaven; two sisters, Mrs. Catherine O'Neal Swindell of Eden and Mrs. Sarah O'Neal Watson of Scranton.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - December 30, 1978)  [Obituary kindly submitted by Pat Richard]

Walton Prentiss O’Neal, Jr.

Mr. Walton Prentiss “Bud” O’Neal, Jr., age 72, a resident of 442 E. Water Street, Belhaven died Thursday evening June 12, 2014 at his home.  A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Belhaven officiated by Rev. Cris Noble. Burial will be private. The following will serve as pallbearers: Gilbert Radcliffe, Dana Outten, Frankie Waters, Michael Ettefagh, Dan Ettefagh, and Ricky Radcliffe.  Mr. O’Neal was born in Beaufort County on December 2, 1941, son of the late Walton P. O’Neal Sr. and Mae Leigh O’Neal. He was a 1960 graduate of John A. Wilkinson High School. Mr. O’Neal received an Associates’ Degree from Chowan College and his Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. He was former owner/operator of O’Neal Drug Store and until recently filled in regularly. Mr. O’Neal was a member of the Northeastern NC Pharmacy Association and for a while served as President. He was also a member of the Rotary of Belhaven/Pantego, the Belhaven Town Council for 20 years, the Pungo District Hospital Foundation Board and Pungo District Hospital Board of Directors. Mr. O’Neal was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church of Belhaven. He was an Eagle Scout and served as Scoutmaster for Troop 80 in Belhaven.  On August 23, 1963, he married the former Shirley Ann Liverman who survives. He is also survived by his sons: Walton “Neal” O’Neal and wife Helene and William Chad O’Neal and wife Nicole all of Belhaven; his grandchildren: Walton O’Neal, IV, Miller O’Neal and William Marshall O’Neal; and his sisters: Peggy Cooper of Mesa, Arizona and Betsy Deluca of Belhaven. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Edwin Leigh O’Neal.  The family will receive friends 5:00-7:00 PM on Saturday at Paul Funeral Home in Belhaven.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the O’Neal family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Hendrik Oosterhuis

SWAN QUARTER - Hendrik “Hank” Oosterhuis, 78, of 1719 Quarter Rd., Swan Quarter, died Thursday, December 27, 2007 at Cross Creek Health Care Center where he had been a resident.  A native of the Netherlands, he was born in Spijk in the province of Gronigen. Following his service in the Netherlands Army, he relocated to the United States in the late fifties. He was the son of the late Ipe and Bouwina W. Oosterhuis. Mr. Hank was married to Mrs. Sylvia M. Oosterhuis who proceeded him in death, a longtime member of the Covenant United Reformed Church. He devoted his time to minister to the residents of correctional facilities and nursing homes.  Funeral services will be held at the Covenant United Reformed Church, Saturday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Calvin Tuininga officiating; burial will follow in the Davis Cemetery in Pantego.  Surviving are: one daughter, Suzanne Credle and husband Richard of Scranton; one son, Donavan Oosterhuis and wife Patricia of Gulfport, Miss.; one brother, Derek Oosterhuis; three sisters, Wilhelmina Toren, Greitje Pemmetaar and Weke VanSprang, all of the Netherlands; three grandchildren, Jennifer Palmer of Natchez, Miss., Corey Walker of Biloxi, Miss., Erica Askew and Husband Eric of Grimesland; two great-grandchildren, Kendall Palmer and Lea Askew; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Beverly Sheppard of Pantego and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by three brothers, Seirt Oosterhuis, Martinus Oosterhuis and Peter Oosterhuis; two sisters, Jantjen Oosterhuis and Ida Oosterhuis, all of the Netherlands.  The family will receive friends Friday night, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Covenant United Reformed Church.  Arrangements by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter, N.C.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - December 28, 2007)

Sylvia Mollema Oosterhuis

Sylvia Mollema Oosterhuis, 75, of 4097 Pilley Avenue, Pantego, died Monday, November 27, 2006, at Beaufort County Hospital.  Born in Chandler, Minnesota on August 30, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Cornelia Moret Mollema. She spent her working years as a teacher at Terra Ceia Christian School. For many years she served as the church sexton at Terra Ceia Christian Reformed Church where she also served as church organist for many years and enjoyed being in the choir and the special Messiah Choir, and in later years cleaned homes in the community. She was a member of the Covenant United Reformed Church where she was also a member of the church women’s organization and enjoyed the senior citizens church activities. She loved a cup of coffee and a Hardee biscuit in Washington with her sister and enjoyed baking wedding cakes.  Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Covenant United Reformed Church. Pastor Calvin Tuininga will officiate. Burial will follow in Davis Cemetery.  Surviving are her husband, Hendrik Oosterhuis; a son, Donavan Oosterhuis and his wife, Patricia of Gulfport, MS; a daughter, Suzanne O. Credle and her husband, Richard of Scranton; a sister, Beverly M. Sheppard of Pantego; grandchildren, Jennifer Palmer of Natchez, MS, Corey Waller of Biloxi MS, Erica Askew and her husband, Eric of Greenville; great grandchildren, Kendall Palmer and Lea Askew; many beloved nieces and nephews and she held a special place in her heart for her Uncle Art and her Auntie Sophie.  She was preceded in death by a brother, Peter Mollema.  The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Covenant United Reformed Church, Pantego.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Wednesday, November 29, 2006)

Hazel Crandall Ore

Mrs. Hazel Crandall Ore, of Manhattan, N.Y., and formerly of Belhaven, died Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008, at Harlem Hospital.  A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at Cornerstone Tabernacle Ministries with Elder Dennis Davis Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Northside Cemetery.  Mrs. Ore was born in Beaufort County, the daughter of the late Forrest and Mary F. Crandall. She attended the Beaufort County Schools.  Survivors include six sisters, Verlie C. Swindell of Belhaven, Rena C. Spearman of Washington, Inez Crandall of Pantego, Joyce C. Johnson and Aggie C. Brown, both of New York, and Mary C. Bullock of Lumberton; three brothers, William Crandall and Edward Crandall, both of New York, and Nelson Crandall of Washington.  The family will receive friends at the Crandall home, 192 Slade Road, Pantego.  Arrangements are by Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home in Washington.  (Washington Daily News [Washington, NC] – Friday, November 28, 2008)

Eva Maxine Lanier Ormond

Mrs. Eva Maxine Lanier Ormond, 94, a resident of Cross Creek Health Care Center and formerly of Belhaven, died Friday, Oct. 6, 2006, at Cross Creek.  A funeral will be conducted today at 2 p.m. in Saint Miller Missionary Baptist Church with Elder James Stanley officiating. Burial will follow in Northside Cemetery.  Mrs. Ormond was born in Beaufort County on Dec. 21, 1910. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Emma Lanier. She attended the Beaufort County schools. She was married to Henry P. Ormond, who preceded her in death Jan. 1, 1995.  Survivors include one daughter, Phyllis G. Davis of Belhaven; one brother, Julius Lanier of Belhaven and four grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her siblings, Margaret L. Gowers, Missouri Lanier, Manuel Lanier and Harry Lanier.  The family will receive friends at the home of her daughter, 797 Elm St., Belhaven.  Arrangements are by Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home, Washington.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Saturday, October 14, 2006)

Gregory Telford Ormond, Sr.

Gregory Telford Ormond, Sr. 63, passed away Friday, Jan. 4, 2013. He was born Jan. 31, 1949, in Beaufort County to the late Jessie T. and Etta Lee Squires Ormond.  Greg was a five year cancer survivor and enjoyed his work. He was a crane operator for over 20 years and was currently working for Roanoke Valley Steel Erectors and loved operating his crane. Greg loved horses, livestock and just being outdoors. Most of all, his love was his children and his grandchildren.  He is survived by his son, Gregory T. Ormond Jr. and wife Amy; daughter, Sharon Ormond Cooke and husband Keith; sisters, Glenda Douglas, Darlene Ormond, Sandra Miller and husband Bob, Janet Windley, Evon Berting and husband Tom, Wanda White and husband Curtis; grandchildren, Robert Cooke, Joseph Cooke, Kimberly Cooke, Brianna Lewis, Courtney Cooke, Felicity Lewis, Matthew Cooke, Haley Ormond, Kaitlynn Ormond, Gregory T. “Trey” Ormond III, and numerous nieces and nephews.  A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013, at Cornerstone Funeral Home with Rev. Curtis White officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the funeral home.  Arrangements are entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home and Cremations, 1052 South First Street, Nashville, NC.

Harold B. Ormond, Jr.

Harold "Bud" B. Ormond, Jr. age 82, a resident of Bath, NC died Monday, June 28, 2021 at Vidant Inpatient Hospice in Greenville, NC.  A graveside memorial service will be held 10:00am Wednesday, July 7 2021 at Pamlico Memorial Gardens officiated by Pastor James Cullen. The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 6, 2021 from 6:30 until 8:00 pm at Bath Christian Church and other times at the home.  Mr. Ormond was born in Beaufort County on October 6, 1938, son of the late Harold B. Ormond, Sr. and Helen Credle Ormond. He graduated from Bath High School in 1957. Bud married the former Nelda Gaylord on January 27, 1963, and so they remained for almost six decades. He spent most of his life working with his hands, getting what he could from the soil. His first job was with Weyerhaeuser but eventually he went back to farming. Bud was even involved in horse farming for Texas Gulf, where he hauled equipment and supplies back and forth from central New York.  Bud is survived by his wife: Nelda Gaylord Ormond; a brother: Kenneth C. Ormond and friend Jennifer Jarvis of Bath, NC; a brother-in-law Jimmy Gaylord and wife Joann of Raleigh, NC; two sisters-in-law: Linda G. Shively and husband James of Washington, NC, Gloria Ormond of Bath, NC; 5 nieces, 6 nephews, and 17 great-nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by a brother: Thomas Ormond and a sister: Cynthia Brickhouse.  Joseph B. Paul Jr. and Washington Funeral & Cremation are serving the Ormond family.  (Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Home)

Janice Edith Ann Keel Ormond

Janice Edith Ann Keel Ormond, age 77, a resident of Greenville, NC, died Tuesday August 2, 2016 at Vidant Medical Center.  A funeral service will be held at 4:00pm Saturday August 6, 2016 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 307 Martinsborough Rd, Greenville, NC 27858, and will be officiated by Bishop Daren Day. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens.  Mrs. Ormond was born in Beaufort County on July 24, 1939 to the late Mary Ellen Keel Clark. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Sue Ormond Lee and husband David Lee; two grandchildren, Brent Johnson and wife Stephanie, Brittany Johnson; three great grandchildren, Brendon, Hayden and Kennedy; a lifetime companion, Pop Langdale; a sister, Edna Clements of Raleigh; several nieces and nephews, and a four legged grandson, Roosevelt.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Ormond family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Rosa Civils Ormond

Mrs. Rosa Civils Ormond, 96, passed away at her home on Sunday, February 14, 2021.  A graveside funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2:30 PM in Homestead Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1 to 2PM at Wilkerson Funeral Home. The pallbearers serving will be Ben Ormond, Matthew Baker, Matthew Bunn, Todd Erickson, Adam Erickson, and Jeff Bressler.  Mrs. Ormond, a native of Beaufort County, was the daughter of the late Nathan and Myrtle Fulcher Civils. She had made her home in Stokes for more than 50 years. She worked with Carolina Telephone for a short time and was later employed by Empire Brush for a number of years. She was a member of the Greenville Church of God.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Ormond was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Ormond.  She is survived by: daughters, Henrietta Ormond Carter of the home and Augusta Ormond Baker and husband, Worth, of Atlantic Beach; son, James N. Ormond and wife, Jan, of Ayden; grandchildren, Matthew Baker, Christy Bunn, Ben Ormond, Larissa Bressler, and Rena Hale; 12 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren; and a sister, Sue Paul.

Thomas Bowen Ormond, Sr.

Mr. Thomas “Tom” Bowen Ormond, Sr., age 69, a resident of 2221 Bayview Road Bath, died Wednesday August 17, 2011 at his home, after a long courageous battle with cancer since 2004.  A funeral service will be held 3:00 PM Saturday August 20, 2011 at St. Clair’s Church of Christ officiated by Craig Hagen. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Elders and deacons of St. Clair’s Church of Christ will serve as pallbearers. Members of the Bath Ruritan Club will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Mr. Ormond was born in Beaufort County on December 7, 1942, son of the late Harold Blane Ormond Sr. and Helen Credle Ormond, who survives. He was a 1961 graduate of Bath High School. On September 20, 1964, he married the former Gloria Woolard who survives.  Mr. Ormond was a farmer and also worked on airplanes. He was a member of St. Clair’s Church of Christ and held various positions including deacon for 29 years and Superintendent of Sunday School for two years. Mr. Ormond was a member of the Bath School Board, Bath Ruritan Club and served as President for one year. He enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting, and loved farm auctions. His dream was realized with the creation of Ormond Amphitheater.  In addition to his wife, Gloria of the home and his mother, Helen Ormond of Bath, he is survived by his children: Tommy Ormond and wife Sheila of Bath, Nichole Griekspoor and husband Timothy also of Bath and Pepper Manning and husband Brent of Spring Hope; his grandchildren: Sierra Brooke Ormond, Landon Thomas Ormond, Blaine Allan Griekspoor, Eli Shelton Manning and Anna Thomas Manning; his sister: Cynthia Brickhouse Marsh and husband Jack; his brothers: Harold B. Ormond, Jr. and wife Nelda and Kenneth C. Ormond and friend Betsy all of Bath and several nieces and nephews.  The family will receive friends 4:00-5:30 PM following the service on Saturday at St. Clair’s Church of Christ and other times at the home.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Ormond family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Mary Wayne Osnoe

Mr. Mark Wayne “Oz” Osnoe, age 57, a resident of Washington, NC died Monday March 30, 2020 at his home.  A private visitation will be held 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday April 3, 2020 at The River Church in Bath. A private graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday at Oakdale Cemetery officiated by Pastor Ron Bousquet.  Pallbearers will be Chase Whichard, Aaron Gaskins, Matthew Barnett, Jerod Benson, Ron Estes and Gary Giummule.  Honorary pallbearers will be Jonathan Giummule and Roland LeCompte. Mark was born in Cumberland County on August 11, 1962 son of the late Zane Fredrick Osnoe, Sr. and the late Peggy Feimster Osnoe. He was a 1980 graduate of Douglas Byrd High School in Fayetteville.  He was a control panel operator at DuPont in Kinston. On February 3, 1996 he married the former Tammy Denee’ Sadler who survives.  His faith directed him on the path to become an ordained minister and was a co-founder of Breath of God International Outreach Church in New Bern. Locally he was a member of The River Church in Bath.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Osnoe family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Zane Frederick Osnoe, Sr.

Mr. Zane Fredrick Osnoe Sr., 74, of 404 Wharton Street, Washington, died Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007, at Pitt County Memorial in Greenville. A funeral with full military honors will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in Paul Funeral Home of Washington officiated by Chaplain J.R. Lorenzen, U.S. Army and Ray West. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Members of the U.S. Army will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Bojangles’ tea and coffee club. Mr. Osnoe was born in Aroostook County, Maine, on May 6, 1933. He was the son of the late Fred and Helen Plourde Osnoe. He was a graduate of Smyrna Mills High School in Smyrna Mills, Maine. He was in the Army from 1950 to 1970, serving in Vietnam and was awarded the Silver Star and the Purple Heart. Upon his retirement, he held the rank of master sergeant. Following his military career, he received his basic law enforcement degree and an associate degree in criminal justice from Beaufort County Community College. In his law enforcement career he worked at the Fayetteville Police Department in Fayetteville from 1971 to 1976 and Washington Police Department from 1976 to 1991 where he retired as deputy chief. He was married to the former Edith Gray Stone on June 8, 1985. He was a member of the N.C. Association of Law Enforcement and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.  Survivors include four sons: Zane F. “Ricky” Osnoe Jr. of Fayetteville, David Lee Osnoe of McClean, Va., Craig Williams of Houlton, Maine, and Mark Wayne Osnoe of Greenville; two daughters: Pamela O. Luntz of Laurinburg and Tammy A. Berry of Washington; three sisters: Kathleen Zolon and Jenefine Stevens both of Smyrna Mills, Maine, and Eldora Zeniel of Dunlap, Ill.; 12 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.  He was preceded in death by two brothers: Stanley Osnoe and Joseph Osnoe and one sister: Margaret Goodall.  The family will receive friends today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and at other times at the home.  (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Saturday, November 10, 2007)

Helen Smith Ottinger

Helen Smith Ottinger, 90, went home to be with her Lord on May 9, 2015. She was born in Washington, NC to the late Charles and Effie Linton. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved husband, Chester B. Ottinger, Jr. She was a faithful member of Temple Baptist Church for 36 years and a faithful servant of the Lord who loved her family and her church family. Through their generosity, she and "Chet" impacted many young lives.  Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Judy Kibler (Jim); son, Mike Ottiger (Amber); grandson, Ian Ottinger and numerous other loving family and friends. A celebration of her life will take place at Temple Baptist Church, 1322 N. George Washington Highway, Chesapeake, at 12pm on May 14, 2015 with Pastor Jerry Greco and Pastor Jason Lewis officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service.  (Graham Funeral Home)

Clyde Joseph Overton

Clyde “C.J.” Overton, age 79, of 39 Chandler Road, Vanceboro, peacefully passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020. He was employed with NACCO for 25 years. He is survived by his wife, Dianne, three children, Brad (Kim), Tammie, and Cindy (Lonny), two grandchildren, Christina and Destiny, one great grandchild, Tevin.  Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday January 25, 2020 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.  A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM Sunday, January 26, 2020 in Pamlico Memorial Gardens and will be officiated by Rev. Jerry Smith.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Overton family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Janie Hardy Overton

Janie Hardy Overton passed away peacefully on October 8, 2018 surrounded by family. The daughter of Lee and Madie Hardy she was born near Aurora in the Small community. By her own account she had a wonderful childhood and loving family including 4 sisters and a brother. She attended Aurora High School where she met the love of her life Charlie (CJ) Overton,Jr. They were married in 1944 just prior to his leaving to serve in the Navy during World War II. Knowing only that he would be going to the South Pacific, they worked out a code using loved one’s names for all of the islands and mentioned them in letters so she knew where he was. After the war they opened a store in the Campbells Creek community, and while CJ was working in the log woods, she ran the store which had a home in the back and they had their first two boys delivered at home. When CJ became a wildlife officer, they moved to Aurora, where they had two more sons. Then a promotion took them to Edenton for 10 years, where they had their 5th son and spent a great deal of time with the older boys attending sporting events with boys playing in high school and college. They once attended a high school football game on Friday night, a day game at East Carolina, and a night game at Elon before driving back to Edenton in the wee hours of the morning. Another promotion led them to Raleigh where she worked at a school book depository and the Dept. of Treasury while continuing to watch out for her children including attending high school and college ball games.  Janie and CJ took special pride in their children, and by hook or crook and a lot of love and support were able to get them all through college and watch them all live productive lives with their own families. She once told CJ he might be bragging a bit much on his children, and he replied, “If you can’t brag on your children, then what can you brag on”.  Upon their retirement, they moved back to Aurora. She was a proud member of the Aurora United Methodist Church and loved her church family and her many friends in the community. Holidays meant she served huge amounts of fine food to an ever growing family, and meal times meant tables from the kitchen to her bedroom. She loved to read and sew. She sewed a full sized quilt for each of her children and grandchildren, and very many baby quilts. On her 90th birthday her family celebrated this special lady with 5 sons, 9 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. As accomplished as she was, she was quick to tell anyone who would listen that her biggest accomplishment in life was having her boys. They remain just as proud to have had her for the best mother, grandmother, and great grandmother that one could want.  She was predeceased by her husband Charlie J. Overton Jr. in 1995. She is survived by her brother Joe Hardy of Cocoa Beach Florida. She is also survived by her 5 sons all of whom remain in North Carolina, Charlie and wife Martha of Fuquay Varina, Mike of Edenton, Jimmie and wife Terri of Raleigh, Ted of Aurora, and Bob and wife Tammie of Raleigh. She is also survived by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. They include her granddaughters Kim and Matt Odom of Greensboro with Charlie and John; Shannon and Hal Atkins of Fuquay Varina with Jensen, Mary Drue, and Caleb; Kelly and Brandon Sauls of Holly Springs with Hunter, Connor, and Reid; Beth Gonzalez of San Antonio Texas, with Chris and Ian; Jamie and Spencer Thomas of Greensboro with Reese; and Robin Overton of Raleigh. And by her grandsons Ike Overton of Edenton with Taylor; Brad Overton and Susan of Pinetown with Lauren; and Jimmie Overton Jr. of Raleigh with Tripp.  Arrangements are by Paul Funeral Home in Washington North Carolina. Visitation will be at the United Methodist Church, 327 East Main St., Aurora, NC 27806 at 2:00 PM Sunday October 14, and Service will follow at 3:00 PM.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Ted Bradford Overton

Mr. Ted Bradford "Big O" Overton, age 64, a resident of Aurora, NC Died Friday July, 23, 2021 at Duke Regional Hospital.  A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday July 28, 2021 in the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington.  The family will receive friends Tuesday July 27, 2021 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory and other times at the home of his son, Ted Bradford Overton, II.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Overton family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Thelma Florene Heath Owen

Mrs. Thelma Florene Heath Owen, age 97, a resident of Washington passed away Saturday September 22, 2018 at River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Thursday September 27, 2018 at 15th Street Church of God and will be conducted by Pastor Randy Wallace, Al Taylor, Steve Watters and Pastor Shad Watters. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery.  Mrs. Owen was born August 14, 1921 in Johnson County to the late William James Heath and Nancy Flora Barbour. On October 21, 1939 she married Norman Bennie Owen who preceded her in death on July 29, 2002. She was employed with Latham’s Shoe Store, Lu - Henri Shoe Store, Friendly Shopping Center and The Shoe Box. Mrs. Owen was a member of 15th Street Church of God and the Red Hat Society.  Survivors include her daughter, Vivian Owen Beasley and husband Gary of Lecanto, Florida, her sister, Verna Owen of Chesapeake, Virginia, eight grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Elton Heath, Rom Heath, Freeman Heath, Alvin Heath and four sisters, Adell Harvey, Mary Hamm, Vera Barbour and Melma Wallace.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Owen family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Beth Marie Linton Owens

Beth Marie Linton Owens, age 47, a resident of Frankfort ,KY passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at Albert B. Chandler Medical Center in Lexington, KY. There will be a celebration of her life Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service officiated by Pastor Thomas Lee. A private burial will follow in the Ross Family Cemetery, Bath, NC. Don Junior Adams, Jamie Baker, Josh Hribovsek, Anthony Parson, Dezmond Ross and Ben Shockly will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family will receive friends following the service and other times at the home of Johnny and Michelle Owens, 149 Jack St., Washington, NC.  Beth was born August 29 1965 in Beaufort County, daughter of the late Woodrow Linton and Betty Ross Bidwell of Bath . She was a shipping and receiving clerk with Recon Group Inc. TRG in Frankfort, KY. Beth enjoyed reading and crocheting.   In addition to her mother she is survived by her children, Ashton Elaine Owens and spouse Danielle Castelloe, Stephen Charles Owens and companion Rebecca Hudson and Samantha Nicole Owens all of Washington; her fiancé, Thomas Clay Bowman of Frankfort, KY; her brother, Jedediah Mason Bidwell; and her grandchildren, Ashlynn Beaman and Zoey Wainwright of Washington.   In addition to her father she was preceded in death by her step-father, Jerry Bidwell; her brother, Ross Linton and her grandparents, Jesse Mae and Benny Ross.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Edna Dail Owens

Mrs. Edna Dail Owens, age 81, died Friday, July 3, 2015 at River Trace Nursing Home in Washington.  The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sunday, July 5, 2015 at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington followed by funeral services at 4:00 PM Sunday, in the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home, conducted by Dr. Jimmy Moore. Burial will follow in Pamlico Memorial Gardens, Washington.  The following will serve as pallbearers: Camden Ambrose, Jordan Ambrose, Brandon Owens, Kenneth Dail, Ray Burress and Brad Burress.  Mrs. Owens was born in Greene County on September 12, 1933. She was the daughter of the late Luther Dail and Lena Rivers Dail. Mrs. Owens was a retired seamstress with Lou’s Alterations, in Washington. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Washington where she volunteered in the church library. Mrs. Owens also served as a volunteer at Beaufort County Hospital. In her spare time, she loved to sew, crochet and bake.  Mrs. Owens was married to Floyd Leland Owens, who survives.  Mrs. Owens is survived by her husband, Floyd Leland Owens; two sons, Keith Owens and wife, Angie of Washington, Dail Owens and friend, Becky Hatcher of LaGrange; daughter, Barbara Owens of Washington; seven grandchildren, Sara Catherine Owens, Alex Owens, Taylor Owens, Camden Ambrose, Jordan Ambrose all of Washington, Brandon Owens and Leland Owens both of Ahoskie; four great grandchildren, Hunter Davis, Madison Davis, Cameron Owens, and Summer Owens; and two sisters, Eva Bailey and Carol Edwards both of Lizzie, N.C.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Owens was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth “Bud” Dail; and two sisters, Sara Harris and Doris Quinn.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Owens family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

Gary Wayne Owens

Gary Wayne Owens, age 47, a resident of Tyler Street in Washington, NC died Thursday, November 12, 2015 at his home. Mr. Owens was born in Newport News, VA on June 15, 1968 to the late Donald Owens and Carolyn Anne Harris Owens who survives. He was married to the former Dawn Snyder on April 20, 2002, who survives.  He was a graduate of Warick High School in Newport News, VA and was employed with Suddenlink as a technician. He loved racing and especially racing go-carts, working with computers, baseball and science fiction.  Survivors in addition to his mother and wife are his three children, Lindsey Snyder of Washington, NC, Crystal Owens of Newport News, VA and Mathew Owens of Washington, NC; his grandchildren, Nevaeh Howerton, Trinity Howerton and Serenity Howerton. He is also survived by his step-grandmother, Melba Harris of Zebulon, NC and a host of nieces and nephews.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, E.J. Harris and Bethel and Margie Owens.  A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at Hillside Funeral Service with Rev. Ed Drew officiating. The family will receive friends at Hillside Funeral Service one hour prior to the service and other times at the home. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery. Shawn O'Neal, Josh Toler, Brian Steffen, Mathew Owens, Billy Hicks and Donnie Harris will serve as pallbearers.  (Hillside Funeral Home)

Margie Lucille Owens

Margie Lucille Owens, age 76, a resident of 114 Arbor Drive, Washington, died peacefully, Thursday, April 15, 2010 at her home.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 18, 2010 in the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service with Pastor Michael D. Huppmann officiating. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery. Brandon Harris, Chris Harris, Ronald Harris, Ashton Owens, Gary Owens and Steven Owens will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Hillside Funeral Service, 4500 Highway 264 East, Washington, NC.  Ms. Owens was born in Pitt County on December 16, 1933 to Jack Keel and Betty Bullock Keel. Margie worked for many years at National Spinning and Pam’s Diner. On July 6, 1963 she married Bethel Owens who preceded her in death on March 25, 2001.  Survivors include her companion, David Clemmo, her daughter, Carolyn Owens, her sons, Stanley Harris and wife Geraldine, Donnie Harris and wife Sandy, Ronnie Harris, Johnny Owens and Jeffrey Owens, her brother, Clayton Keel, her grandchildren, Gary, Ashton, Samantha and Steven Owens and Crystal, Brittany, Ronald, Brandon, Amanda and Chris Harris and her great-grandchildren, Mathew and Crystal Owens, Lindsey Snyder, and Thomas and Kaylyn Harris and a great-great grandchild, Nevaeh.  In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by her siblings, Howard Keel and Rosa Lee Martin.  (Hillside Funeral Service)

Ellen Alligood Oxendine

Ellen Alligood Oxendine, age 88, a resident North Chase Nursing and Rehab Center, Wilmington, NC, died Thursday August 13, 2015 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.  A funeral service will be held at 3:00pm Sunday August 16, 2015 in the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington and will be officiated by Travis Boyd. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2:00pm until the service time at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory.  Mrs. Oxendine was born in Beaufort County, NC on September 10, 1926 to the late Alfred Alligood and Laura Alligood. She was a member of the Beaver Dam Church of Christ. Mrs. Oxendine moved back into the area in 1978.  Survivors include a son Willie Earl Oxendine of Wilmington, NC, two daughters, Diana Haight of Buffalo, NY, Beatrice Padula of Clemton, NJ, ten grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren and ten great-great-grandchildren  She is preceded in death by six sisters: Nellie Turner, Alma Daniels, Carsie Waters, Elsie Woolard, Bessie Purifoy, Viola Woolard and two brothers: Oliver Alligood and Elijah Alligood.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Oxendine family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

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