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AARON, Edith Payne
The Coastland Times - Sunday, Dec. 22, 1985; pg. 5A
ABELE, Rev. George F.
SWAN QUARTER - The Rev. George F. ABELE, 84, of Scranton, died Saturday night, April 3, 2004, at Cross Creek Health Care Center in Swan Quarter. Abele was a retired priest in the Episcopal Church. Arrangements will be announced by Bryan Funeral Service of Swan Quarter. (Washington Daily News - Monday, April 5, 2004)
ABRAMS, Annie Elizabeth Berry
Annie Elizabeth Berry ABRAMS, 75, 618 Body Road, Hertford, NC died Friday, December 4, 2009 at the Brian Center, Hertford, NC. Mrs. Abrams, a native of Hyde County, was the daughter of the late Henry Carrol Berry and Mabel Gibbs Berry. She attended Camden Church of Christ and was a homemaker. Mrs. Abrams is survived by two daughters, Lynn Feragen and husband Edward of The Woodlands, TX and Beverly Benton of WY; a son, Ernest Benton and wife Charlene of Waycross, GA; two sisters, Addie Perry of Hertford, NC and Nellie Clark of Rocky Mount, NC; four grandchildren Desira Benton, Tiffany Benton, Nicole Feragen and Mitchell Feragen, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Mary B. Ziegler and a brother Lee Berry. A funeral service will be Monday, December 7, 2009 at 3:00 PM at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Minister Mike Duffer. Burial will be in New Hollywood Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately after the service in the lobby of the funeral home. Twiford Funeral Homes Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is in charge of arrangements. (Twiford Funeral Home)
ADAMS, Alice Mae
MANTEO - Alice Mae Adams, 51, of Sir Walter Raleigh Street, died January 27 in Outer Banks Hospital, Nags Head. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31 at Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Engelhard. Burial will follow in the Brown Cemetery, Engelhard. Arrangements by Blair Funeral Service, Edenton. (The Coastland Times - Thursday, January 29, 2004; pg. 12A)
ADAMS, baby
MAKELEYVILLE - Mr. Hugh ADAMS' baby died the 31st of May. (The Washington Gazette - Thursday, June 11, 1896; pg. 2; column 5) [Posted here with kind permission from John H. Oden, III]
ADAMS, Dallas Bernard
MANTEO - Dallas Bernard ADAMS, 52, died Monday, October 2 in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. He was the son of Royaton Adams, Sr. and the late Rosa Lee Collins Adams. Surviving besides his father are his wife, Loretta Winslow Adams; a daughter, Portchia Adams of Engelhard; three sisters: Janice Farrow and Ida Murray, both of Engelhard, and Delphine McMurrin of Manteo; and one brother, Royaton Adams, Jr. of Manteo. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, October 8 [Saturday was October 7] at Brown Cemetery in Engelhard. The remains will lie in state at Haven Creek Baptist Church in Manteo on Saturday from 11 until 12:30. The procession to leave Manteo to Engelhard for graveside services will follow. Walson Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, October 8, 2000; pg. 14A)
ADAMS, Edward A.
Unknown newspaper - circa August 1914
From the Lizzie Bonner Scrapbook owned by Thomas Carmine
NOTE: Amity Church Cemetery tombstone dates: Nov. 12, 1849 - Aug. 27, 1914; Widower of Eleanor Ella (Swindell) Adams
ADAMS, Erma Lee Selby
Mrs. Erma Lee Selby Adams, 83, died Friday, Jan. 18, 2008. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the chapel of Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington, with the Rev. Chester Petteway officiating. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Mrs. Adams was born in Hyde County on Aug. 9, 1924. She was the daughter of the late Austin and Ollie Selby. She attended the Hyde County Schools. She was married to Sam Adams, who preceded her in death. She worked as a housekeeper until her retirement. Survivors include a daughter, Joyce “Little Mama” Moore of Washington; a brother, Harold Selby of Norfolk, Va.; two grandchildren; a great-grandchild and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a sister, Charlotte Farrow and a brother, Elijah Selby. The family will receive friends at the home of her daughter, 620 Respess St., Washington. Arrangements by the Randolph Funeral Home, 219 North Bonner St., Washington, N.C. (Washington Daily News - January 24, 2008)
ADAMS, George
Weekly Raleigh Register - Friday, Sept. 11, 1840; pg. 3
ADAMS, Gertrude
ENGELHARD - Gertrude Adams, 90, died Jan. 16, 1997. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Engelhard. Rowsom Funeral Home is in charge. (The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, January 23, 1997; pg. 7B)
ADAMS, Moncie Lee
NORFOLK, VA. - Moncie Lee ADAMS, 78, died April 12 in a Norfolk hospital. He is survived by one son, Oberanaram Jones of Norfolk; one sister, Rosie Lee Gibbs of Engelhard; 8 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Mercy Disciple Church in Engelhard with burial following in the family cemetery. Blair Funeral Service in Elizabeth City is handing arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, April 16, 2000; pg. 14A)
ADAMS, JR., Elder Wilbert
The Elder Wilbert ADAMS, JR., 63, resident of South Ozone, N.Y., formerly of Engelhard, N.C., died Friday, Oct. 22, 2004 at Jamaica Hospital. A funeral service will be conducted Saturday (Oct. 30) 1 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. H.D. Gilbert officiating. Burial will follow in the Brown Cemetery, Engelhard, N.C. Elder Adams was born in Hyde County March 21, 1941 to Gladys M. Adams Midgette and the late Linwood Adams. He attended the Hyde County schools. He was a graduate of the former Davis High School Class of 1959. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He served as pastor of New Paradise Baptist Church in Brooklyn, N.Y. He was married to Evangelist Perlene Gibbs Adams, who survives. Also surviving: three daughters, Charlene A. Randall (Lorenzo) of Stone Mountain, Ga., Cynthia Adams of South Ozone, N.Y., Pamela Adams of Virginia; seven sisters, Dorothy Moody of New York, Martha Adams (Clyde) of Fayetteville, N.C., Sushia Salley (George) of Engelhard, Helena Lyons of Brooklyn, N.Y., Linda Bonds (James) of Windsor, N.C., Carie Headley of New York, Sarah B. Jennette, Engelhard; one brother, Elton Midgette of New York; and four grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the Adams residence, Pleasant Grove Church Road, Engelhard, N.C. Arrangements by Fair Haven Funeral Chapel, Brooklyn, N.Y. and Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home. (Washington Daily News - Friday, October 29, 2004)
ADAMS, Willie Lee
SWAN QUARTER - Willie Lee Adams, 87, of the 1700 block of Quarter Road, died March 3, 2009. A funeral will be held Monday at 1 p.m. in Pleasant Grove Church, Engelhard. Rowsom Funeral Home, Columbia, is in charge. (The Virginian-Pilot - March 6, 2009)
ADDISON, Lillie Mae Brooks
NEWPORT NEWS - Lillie Mae ADDISON, 85, of Hampton, Va., went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2003, at the James River Convalescent Center. She was a native of Hyde County, N.C. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Addison, and her two brothers, Thomas Brooks and Joshua D. Brooks. Mrs. Addison did domestic work and provided childcare until her health failed and she could no longer work. She loved attending and participating in church activities. She also loved to sing. She lived an abundant life and leaves behind many relatives and friends to cherish her memory. Her dear friend, Brenda Graves; her two special cousins, Goldie Talton and Dallie Trotman; and her two godchildren, Sidne Graves and Cerissa Harvey will sorely miss her. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at Mercy Seat Baptist Church, 1013 Todds Lane, Hampton. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Family and friends will assemble at 3304 Loring Court, Hampton, by 10:15 a.m. for the procession to the church on Saturday. Arrangements are by O.H. Smith and Son Funeral Home. (Daily Press [Hampton, Va.] - October 24, 2003)
AINSLEY, James Dennis
CHESAPEAKE - James Dennis "J.D." departed this life and his family to enter into eternal life Aug. 8, 2009, after a
courageous battle with cancer. James was born Oct. 4, 1936, in North Carolina to Dennis and Hilga [Hilda] Ainsley. James will forever be remembered for his generosity and kindness to whomever he came into contact with; he did not know a stranger. Mr. Ainsley is survived by his beloved wife of more than 52 years, Dianne; three children, Rusty (Connie), Randy (Heather) and Jeannie (Tony); grandchildren, Amanda (James), Scarlett, Jesse, Skyler, Sterling, Lacey, Audrey, Abbie and Brianna; sister, Sarah; and a host of nieces, nephews, and countless friends. J.D. served in the Navy Reserves early in his life, worked as a planner/estimator for the government for more than 20 years, retired, and went back to work for VSE (Norfolk). He always went back for more and worked up to the end. He graduated from Cradock High School in 1956 and married his high school sweetheart in 1957. Mr. Ainsley was a member of the N.S. Skirmish Association, "Dismal Swamp Rangers" for nearly 50 years. A memorial service in honor of J.D. is planned for Saturday, Aug. 22, at 6 p.m. at 4841 Sondej Ave., Chesapeake, VA 23321. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office is assisting the family. (The Virginian-Pilot [Norfolk, Va.] - Sunday, August 16, 2009)
AINSLEY, James McCoy
BELHAVEN - Funeral services for James McCoy AINSLEY, 87, of the Ponzer community of Belhaven, who died Thursday [Aug. 22, 1963] will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Church of Christ. The Rev. Myron Elliott will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. He was a retired farmer and a member of Mount Olive Church of Christ. He is survived by two sons: H.C. of Columbia and Dennis Ainsley of Portsmouth, Va.; two daughters: Mrs. H.L. Raburn of Belhaven and Mrs. R.W. Sanderson of Belhaven; two brothers: H.M. Ainsley of Oak City and W.K. Ainsley of Creswell; 9 grandchildren. (The News and Observer (Raleigh) - Saturday, August 24, 1963) [birthday celebration article, obituary and memorial card kindly submitted by Judi Raburn, granddaughter of James McCoy Ainsley, who stated that he was predeceased by his wife, Ida Frances Cahoon Ainsley; a daughter, Statha Ainsley Jackson; and a son, Mitchell Ainsley, which was not included in the newspaper obituary. The birthday article was written in about March 1960.]
ALCOCK, Thomas
Submitted by Odell Spain
ALCOX, Lidia Bridgman
On August 11, 2013, Lidia Bridgman Alcox, 92,passed from this life at the Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, after a brief illness. Born on April 7, 1921 to Hiram and Mattie Bridgman of Scranton, a small community on the coastal plain of eastern North Carolina, she was a long-time resident of Hampton, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard A. Alcox, and three of her five brothers and sisters. She is survived by here daughters, Gerry Rosser of Hampton and Jacqui Carrington of Williamsburg, and her son, Gary Price and wife, Mallory of Yorktown. She is also survived by three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2013, at the Scranton Christian Church. Interment will follow at Mount Olive Church of Christ Cemetery. The family would like to thank the kind staff of Hampton Sentara Hospital, Warwick Forest Rehabilitation Center, and Mary Immaculate Hospital, where she spent the last three weeks of her life. (Bryan Funeral Service)
ALEXANDER, JR., Allen Fred
Mr. Allen Fred Alexander Jr., 75, of Raleigh, died Friday, March 9, 2007, at Oaks of Carolina Assisted Living, Raleigh. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in First United Methodist Church of Cary. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Fairfield Cemetery, Fairfield. Mr. Alexander was an Army veteran, having served with the 1st Army Band. He was a 1953 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He was married to Frances Jane Midyette Alexander, who preceded him in death. He retired from Progress Energy after 33 years of service. He was active with the Dunn Lion’s Club. He was currently a member of First United Methodist Church of Cary. Previously, he was a member of Divine Street United Methodist for many years. Survivors include two daughters, Betsy Stephenson of Cary, and Jane Mullahey of Pace, Fla.; and four grandchildren. The family will receive friends Sunday from 6-8 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home, Raleigh. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) - Saturday, March 10, 2007)
ALEXANDER, Benjamin
HYDE CO. - On The 10th of December 1875, Benjamin ALEXANDER (colored) drowned in Fairfield Canal. (The Economist Weekly (Elizabeth City) - Wednesday, January 5, 1876)
ALEXANDER, Hattie Gibbs Spruill
CHESAPEAKE, VA. - Hattie Spruill ALEXANDER, 94, of Sentara Nursing Center, died December 3. Born in Hyde County, Mrs. Alexander later moved to Washington County. She was the daughter of the late James Morgan and Lizzie May O'Neal Gibbs. She was predeceased by her two husbands: Thomas Whitfield Spruill and Rodney Lee Alexander. She was a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Norfolk. Survivors include three daughters: Edith Spruill Perrie of Norfolk, Edna Spruill Midgett of Roper, and Mary Elizabeth Spruill Guardacosta, formerly of Norfolk; a son, James Thomas Spruill of Norfolk; a sister, Elouise Jurnigan of Tarboro; a brother, Forest D. Gibbs of Chesapeake; 15 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A funeral was held Dec. 6 in the chapel of Oman Funeral Home, Great Bridge Chapel, by the Rev. Fred Bates. Interment followed in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, December 7, 1999; pg. 11A)
ALLCOX, Maxton M.
CHESAPEAKE, VA. - Maxton M. ALLCOX, 73, of Elizabeth City and formerly of Chesapeake, died June 9 in Albemarle Hospital. He was a native of Hyde County and resided in Chesapeake for many years. Mr. Allcox was the son of the late Clarence and Vera Cooper Allcox and the husband of Sylvia Cowand Allcox for 46 years. He was retired as a National Legislative Representative for the BMWE and a member of Local No. 95 BMWE. Mr. Allcox served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II, later joining the U.S. Army; he retired from the Virginia National Guard as a Master Sergeant. Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Richard Earl Allcox and his wife Mary of Slidell, La.; a former daughter-in-law, June Meekins Horton and her husband Ricky of Chesapeake; three sisters: Rachael Bright of Vanceboro, Edna Singleton of Swansboro, and Alice Mitchell of Grifton; a brother, Herman Allcox of Kinston; and four grandchildren: Kira, Rocky, Keith and Bryce. He was predeceased by a son, Alan Keith Allcox. A graveside service was to be conducted Saturday at Chesapeake Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Twiford's Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City and Twiford's Colonial Chapel in Chesapeake are handling arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, June 13, 1999; pg. 10A)
ALLCOX, Rev. Sherwood
NORFOLK, VA. - The Rev. Sherwood Allcox, 76, of the 900 block of Johnston St., died Thursday, Dec. 2, 1993, after a prolonged illness. Rev. Allcox was a retired Baptist minister and had served as pastor of Merry Hill Baptist Church, Merry Hill, N.C.; Academy Park Baptist Church, Portsmouth; Second Baptist Church, Washington, N.C.; Cape Hatteras Baptist Church, Buxton, N.C.; Lawrence Baptist Church, Windsor, N.C.; Creswell Baptist Church, Creswell, N.C.; and Rose Bay Baptist Church, Hyde County, N.C. Rev. Allcox was also active in Baptist Missions and served as pastor of several Baptist Missions in North Carolina and Virginia. Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Francis Williamson Allcox; two sons, Sherwood Allcox of Clinton, N.C. and Irvin Allcox of Wendell, N.C.; one daughter, Sherry Allcox Hatfield of Panama City, Fla.; two brothers; three sisters; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in Edenton Baptist Church at 10 a.m. Saturday. A graveside service will be held in Oakdale Cemetery, Washington, N.C., at 2 p.m. Saturday. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today in Paul Funeral Home, Washington, N.C. (The Virginian-Pilot - Friday, December 3, 1993; pg. 4D)
ALLEGOOD, JR., Jeter Gaither
IN ELIZABETH CITY - Jeter Gaither "Jake" ALLEGOOD, JR., 63, of Elizabeth City was dead on arrival Sunday at the Albemarle Hospital at 1:30 p.m. after a short illness. Graveside services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at 1:00 in the Community Cemetery in Ocracoke by Rev. Guy Soule, pastor of the Ocracoke United Methodist Church. Twiford's Island Chapel in Hatteras was in charge of arrangements. Mr. Allegood was retired from the National Park Service, a member of the Ocracoke United Methodist Church and was the son of the late Jetter G. and Mrs. Emma Clark Allegood, Sr. He was a native of Beaufort County, a former resident of Ocracoke, and for the past 6 years had lived in Elizabeth City. He is survived by a step-sister, Mrs. Emma Gilgo of Atlantic, N.C.; and one step-brother, Willie Hunnings of Ocracoke. (The Southern Post - December 29, 1982; pg. 12)
ALLEN, Frances Harris
Mrs. Frances Harris ALLEN, 60, of U.S. Highway 264 East, Pantego, died Thursday, April 3, 2003, at Pungo District Hospital, Belhaven. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Beaufort County High School Alumni Center, 150 Swamp Road, Pantego. Burial will follow in Broad Creek Community Cemetery, Pantego. Mrs. Allen was born in Hyde County on Nov. 8, 1942. She was the daughter of the late William Harris and Ella Dunbar Harris. She attended the Beaufort County schools. She was married to Frank E. Allen Sr., who survives. Survivors include one daughter, Paula Allen of Greensboro; two sons, Paul Allen of Greensboro and Frank Allen Jr. of Las Vegas, Nev.; six sisters, Lena Dowell of Boston, Mass., Elisha Harris of Portsmouth, Va., Bess Ramsey of Knightdale, and Mary Harris, Hosea Conner and Eunice Jackson, all of Belhaven. Arrangements are by Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home, Washington. (Washington Daily News - Tuesday, April 8, 2003)
ALLEN, Gary Keith
Mr. Gary Keith Allen, age 63, a resident of Belhaven, NC died Monday, May 25, 2020 at his home. A graveside funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday May 28, 2020 at the Swindell Family Cemetery located at 7119 Sladesville Credle Rd., Scranton, NC
officiated by David Mason and William Sawyer. Pallbearers will be Paul Stewart, John Creef, Steve Halsey, Jeff Lang, Alex Swindell, Matthew Swindell and Dustin Nixon. The family will receive friends at the home. Gary was born in Washington County on February 4, 1957, son of the late Larry Dorn Allen, Sr. and the late Leora Annette Crocker Allen. He was a 1975 graduate of Pungo Christian Academy in Belhaven. On June 28, 1978 he married his soul mate, Joyce Ann Nixon who survives. During his life he worked in farming and mostly enjoyed the open road as a trucker. Gary enjoyed youth and coaching them in sports, mostly baseball. He also loved playing golf at Bayview Golf Course. He was a member of Belhaven Missionary Baptist Church and attended Scranton Christian Church. Gary never met a stranger and wanted to always share his love for Jesus. Surviving along with his wife, Joyce, of the home are four daughters: Devin A. Stewart (Paul) of Winterville, Kacy A. Creef (John) of Manteo, Mallory A. Halsey (Steve) of Wake Forest and Hope A. Lang (Jeff) of Nashville, NC; two brothers: Larry D. Allen, Jr (Cyndi) of Portland OR and Jeryl Craig Allen (Beverly) of Pantego; a sister: Janalea A. Adams (Clifton) of Blounts Creek; and seven grandchildren who all knew him as Buddy, Bud and Bubba: Adam Creef, Graysen Stewart, Ethan Stewart, Miriam Lang, Kendall Halsey, Merritt Halsey and Sophie Lang. Gary was predeceased along with his parents by a brother: Daryl Ross Allen. Gary will always be remembered for his selfless love and devotion for his wife, girls, and grandchildren. When he loved his family, he loved them all whole-heartedly. Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Allen family. (Paul Funeral Home)
AMBROSE, Donnie Gibbs
MANTEO - Donnie Gibbs AMBROSE, 77, of Manteo, died Tuesday, September 20 in a Norfolk, Va. nursing home. Mrs. Ambrose, a native of Hyde County, was the former owner and operator of Harbor Light Nursing Home in Manteo and was a member of First Assembly of God. She was the daughter of the late Sylvester and Maggie Adams Davidson and the widow of the late John T. Ambrose. Mrs. Ambrose is survived by two sons, James Ray Gibbs and Henry Gibbs, both of Wanchese; 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at First Assembly of God Church in Manteo on Friday, September 23, at 11 a.m. by Rev. Ron Denham and Rev. Charles Etheridge. Burial will follow in the Manteo Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and at other times at the home of Jenny Gibbs, Wanchese. Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo, is in charge of arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Thursday, September 22, 1994 and The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, Sept. 22, 1994; pg. 5B)
ANDERSON, Albert Lavon
Albert Lavon Anderson “Big Andy”, 96, passed away peacefully at his home on Ocracoke Island, NC on September 19, 2015. He was born on November 29, 1918 to the late Albert and Mabel Anderson of Frankfort, Indiana. Albert joined the United States Coast Guard as a young man and was stationed at Ocracoke, NC, where he met and married the love of his life, Mary Elizabeth Styron Anderson. After leaving the Coast Guard, Albert and Mary were married on November 24, 1945 and moved to his hometown of Frankfort, Indiana, where they resided until retiring from his successful farming career in 1993. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary who passed away on November 26, 2007. Albert and Mary did not have children of their own, but is survived by his nephew, Edward C. O’Neal, Jr. and wife, Stella O’Neal of Ocracoke, NC, who he considered his own children. “Big Andy” was much more than an uncle to us and his death has left an empty place in our family. He is also survived by numerous other nieces, nephews and friends. The family also acknowledges the friendship, love and support given to him over the last 8 years by Loretta “Annie” Mann of Scranton, NC, and the last year by Araceli Gonzalez “Cheli” of Washington, NC. Funeral services honoring the life of Albert Anderson will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 2:00pm at the Ocracoke United Methodist Church. The church will be open for viewing beginning at 12 noon. He will be buried at the Ocracoke Community Cemetery. Twiford Funeral Home, Hatteras is assisting the family with arrangements. (Twiford Funeral Home)
ANDERSON, Kathryn Nena Liverman
Kathryn "Kathy" Nena Liverman Anderson, 65, of Engelhard, died, Tuesday, April 20, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Kathy was born on August 10, 1955, to the late Dr. Henry "Joe" and Kathrine "June" Long Liverman where she resided in HydeCounty, North Carolina. She was a member of the Hyde County Board of Elections and an active member of the Hyde County Republican Party. Her love for people was evident as she cared for the homebound by delivering meals on wheels for many years. Her love for traveling allowed her to experience many adventures from studying geology in New Mexico to spending time in Afghanistan, hunting trips in Africa, and sailing to the British West Indies. Kathy had a deep love for nature, rock and roll music, hummingbirds, and a gift for growing beautiful flowers. Surviving is her husband of thirty years, Forrest Anderson; three daughters, Abby Anderson of Engelhard, Maggie Howard and husband David of Oak City and Kate Freeman and husband Josh of Colerain, she was a Nene to Lilly Howard, Drew Freeman, and Caroline Howard. Also, surviving are two brothers, Hank Liverman and Walt Liverman, and wife Jill both of Kill Devil Hills, and many nieces and nephews and friends. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 23, 2021, at the Anderson residence on 28754 US Hwy 264, Engelhard, NC. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter. (Bryan Funeral Home)
ANDERSON, Mary Elizabeth Styron
OCRACOKE, NC - Mary Elizabeth Styron Anderson, 86, of Ocracoke, NC died Monday, November 26, 2007 in a Nags Head nursing home. Mrs. Anderson, born in Ocracoke, was a store keeper at the Albert Styron Store and was a member of the Ocracoke United Methodist Church. She was a former resident of the Manson area of Indiana. Mrs. Anderson was the daughter of the late Albert Monroe Styron and the late Mamie Spencer Styron. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by two sisters, Edna O’Neal and Daisy Gaskill, three brothers, Elvin “Bud” Styron, Norman H. Styron and Albert M. Styron, Jr. Mrs. Anderson is survived by her husband, Albert L. Anderson of the residence; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at the Ocracoke United Methodist Church on Friday, November 30, 2007 at 11:00 am, with Rev. Joyce Reynolds and Rev. Sam Garris officiating. Burial will be in the Ocracoke Community Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras is assisting the family with arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Thursday, November 29, 2007; pg. 10A)
ANDERSON, Simon
Mr. Simon ANDERSON, of 6414 Sladesville Credle Road, Scranton, died Wednesday, March 2, 2005, at his home. The family will receive friends at the home of Mr. Anderson. Arrangements will be announced by the Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St. in Washington. (Washington Daily News - Friday, March 4, 2005)
ANDREWS. Doris Mason
Doris Mason ANDREWS, age 72, a resident of 5620 Cherry Run Road passed away Thursday, December 30, 2004 at Beaufort County Hospital. A graveside memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday at Pamlico Memorial Gardens, conducted by Rev. Ron Bousquet. Mrs. Andrews was born in Hyde County August 23, 1932 the daughter of the late Sylvanus Mason and Nora Evans Mason. She was married to Guy Cecil Andrews, Jr. August 11, 1950 who preceded her in death. Mrs. Andrews had lived in Beaufort County most of her life. She retired from National Spinning and also from Taylor Oil Company. She attended Riverview Baptist Church and was a member of the Women of the Moose. Mrs. Andrews is survived by one daughter: Debbie Sue Evans and husband Arnold of Washington; one sister: Margaret Mason Ambrose of Washington; two granddaughters: Stephanie Jackson of Washington; and Susan Jackson Bell and husband Steven of Washington; two step grandchildren: Stephen Evans and Laura Hutchinson of Roanoke Rapids; and two great-grandchildren: Harley Shayne Asby and Steven Dakota Bell of Washington. She was preceded in death by a son: James Stephen Andrews; a sister: Carolyn Mason Boyd; and two brothers: Benjamin Cecil Mason and Odell S. Mason. The family will be at the home of her daughter, Debbie Sue Evans located at 5784 Clark's Neck Road, Washington. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Andrews family. (Greenville Daily Reflector - Saturday, January 1, 2005)
ANGE, Rev. Roscoe Smithwick
ROPER - Rev. Roscoe Smithwick Ange, 74, died Dec. 28, 1997 at Va. Beach Hospital. He was born in Jamesville and was pastor of Rose Bay Baptist Church in Hyde Co. He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Roper and a member of the American Dairy Association. Surviving: wife, Ellie V. Ange; daughters, Donna Ange Konrad and husband, Phil of Suffolk, Va.; sons, Michael R. Ange and wife, Suzanne of Lumberton, Rev. Paul W. Ange and wife, Cindy of Ahoskie;sisters, Blanche Pierce and Gloria Wallace, both of Norfolk, Va., Lenore Boyd of Memphis, Tennessee; grandchildren, Ronald Subeh of Norfolk, Va., Kelly White of Wisconsin, Michael R. Ange Jr., Mary Ange and Lindsay Ange, all of Lumberton, Sarah Ange, Rachel Ange and Rebekah Ange, all of Ahoskie; great-grandchild, Glenn White of Wisconsin. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 1997 at Hyde Park Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Royce E. Williams and Rev. Terry Beck officiating. Burial, Rosewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at Holloman-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel. (The News & Observer [Charlotte, NC] - Tuesday, December 30, 1997; pg. 6B)
ANGLE, Pearl Howard
Pearl Howard Angle, formerly of Ocracoke, died Saturday, May 10 in Pennsylvania. She was 98. Survivors include one son, Charles C. Angle, Jr. and daughter-in-law, Cynthia; two grandsons, Charles C. Angle, III and James R. Angle; and one granddaughter, Carolyn E. Angle. The funeral service will be held in Ocracoke on May 16 at 2:30 p.m. (Outer Banks Sentinel - Thursday, May 15, 1997; pg. 4C)
ARMENTROUT, Charles H.
OCRACOKE - Friends here were shocked and grieved to learn of the death on May 19th of Dr. Charles H. ARMENTROUT, age 48, of Asheville. He was stationed at Ocracoke at the Navy Base during part of World War II and made many friends here. He and Mrs. Armentrout have returned to Ocracoke at least once a year since 1945, fishing with Capt. John Midgett or Capt Thurston Gaskill. Word of his sudden death from a heart attack was sent to friends here by Mrs. Armentrout. He used to tell the story of when he got orders to report to the Navy base at Ocracoke, he had never heard of Ocracoke and the Asheville Chamber of Commerce couldn't give him any information about it. But since he was going to a Navy Base, he decided to head east to the coast. Down in the Piedmont section in Winston-Salem, he learned that Ocracoke was an island off the coast noted for its sportsfishing. In Raleigh he was more closely directed as to the route and told to drive down to Beaufort, and from there he found his way to Atlantic, and thence by mail boat to Ocracoke. He liked his work here and was soon doctoring Islanders as well as Navy personnel when emergencies demanded, and during all the years since, he had never come to Ocracoke without his medical supplies, ready for the unexpected calls made on visiting doctors from time to time. (The Coastland Times - Friday, June 3, 1955; pg. 7)
ARMSTRONG, Annie Spencer
The Coastland Times July 9, 1974; pg. 16
ARMSTRONG, Cora Dunbar
The Coastland Times - Tuesday, April 8, 1980; pg. 1
ARMSTRONG, Dennis Webster
Dennis Webster Armstrong was born 85 years ago to the late Annie Spencer (Dewey) Armstrong near Engelhard, NC. He retired as YNCM with 26 years of service to the USCG, and Silver Lifetime CPOA member. Husband of Georgine. Father of Beverly (David) Smith, Ed (Mary) Armstrong, Brian (Jennifer) Armstrong. Grandfather of Perry, Leah, Blake, Jason, Jake and Nick. Predeceased by sisters: Milford Dunbar Watkins, Margie Midgett, Georgie Mason, Thelma Mooney, Myrtle Williams and brother, Henry Armstrong. His remains were donated to ECU Med School and will be returned to Fulford Cemetery family plot Engelhard, NC. His life graduation event was held June 23, 2024 at the home of his daughter. Many thanks to our special friends, neighbors and Amedisys hospice caregivers. (Submitted by Georgine Armstrong)
ARMSTRONG, Earlie Lee
[Died July 15, 1968]
Submitted by Janet Ford
ARMSTRONG, Helen Marie Cutrell
FAIRFIELD - Helen Marie Cutrell ARMSTRONG, 82, died Monday, July 2 at Cross Creek Health Care Center. Born in Hyde County on August 25, 1918, she was the daughter of the late William Riley and Minnie Cutrell. She worked for many years with the Smith family in Belhaven in their guide services and worked with George and Geraldine Bush in the manufacturing of crab pots until she retired. She was a member of the Fairfield Christian Church where she was a former president of the Loyal Women's Society. Surviving are her husband, Martin Dewey Armstrong; three sons: Larry Armstrong of Dayton, Texas, and Jimmy M. and Jerry D. Armstrong of Fairfield; a brother, Delbert Cutrell of Virginia Beach; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Armstrong was preceded in death by brothers: Henry Carroll Cutrell, Willie Earl Cutrell and Rufus Cutrell; and sisters: Elma C. Nixon, Ethel C. Smith and Rosa C. Swindell. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 5, at the family plot in Fairfield Cemetery. William Booth and Steve Bryan will officiate. Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Thursday, July 5, 2001; pg. 10A)
ARMSTRONG, Henry Nelson
CHESAPEAKE - Henry Nelson Armstrong, 79, passed away Jan. 15, 2008, in his home. He was born Jan. 26, 1928, in Hyde County, North Carolina to Annie and Dewey Armstrong. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 57 years, Gloria Sutton Armstrong; son, Thomas Armstrong and wife Kimberly of Currituck, NC; three daughters, Lynn Hemilright and husband Roger of Manns Harbor, NC; Lois Alliss and husband Rick of Chesapeake; and Sandra Wilkins and husband Rodney also of Chesapeake; a brother, Dennis Armstrong; three sisters, Milfred Dunbar, Mert Williams, and Margie Midgett; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Henry was a member of Kempsville Church of Christ. His life was a testament to his steadfast faith and love of the Lord. He was a farmer at heart and derived much pleasure from toiling in the soil and planting his garden from season to season. His greatest joy came from sharing the fruits of his labor with family and friends. “You can’t out give the Lord” was a favorite saying. Despite health issues, Henry maintained an attitude of optimism and gratitude. His patience and kindness will long be remembered. Special thanks to the caring medical professionals who attended to Henry - many of whom were like “family.” A funeral will be held Friday at 10:00 AM at Kempsville Church of Christ by the Rev. Randall and Josh Childress. Burial will follow at 4:00 pm in Mount Carmel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Manns Harbor, NC. The family will receive friends at the home. Twiford Colonial Chapel, Chesapeake, VA is assisting the family with arrangements. (The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, January 17, 2008 [Obituary kindly submitted by Don & Janet Ford])
ARMSTRONG, Isaiah
[Died Dec. 12, 1971]
Submitted by Janet Ford
ARMSTRONG, James Martin
James “Jimmy” Martin Armstrong, 76, of Fairfield, died, Tuesday, January 1, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy was born in Tyrrell County, August 26, 1942, he was the son of the late Martin Dewey and Hellen Marie Cutrell Armstrong and was married to the former Alice Ann Gibbs who survives. He was a member of the Fairfield Christian Church, where he served as a deacon. He faithfully served his country during the Vietnam War with the United States Army and for over thirty-two years he worked as a mechanic supervisor with the North Carolina Forestry Service, the Natural Resources of North Carolina, the Dare County Bombing Range and prior to his retirement he worked for Precision Custom Farming. He was a mason and a member of the Atlantic Lodge #294 AF&AM. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, mechanic work and providing for his family. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 4, 2019 at the Fairfield Christian Church. Billy Ray Askew and Steven Mills will officiate. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the family plot in Fairfield Cemetery. In addition to his wife surviving are three sons, Paul Harvey Gibbs and wife, Kim of Engelhard, Marty James Armstrong and Michael Armstrong and wife, Judy both of Fairfield; three grandchildren, April Peterson, Josh Gibbs and wife, Jessica and Danielle Gibbs; seven great grandchildren, Garrett Guthrie, Logan Guthrie, Annabell Guthrie, Jaxsen Gibbs, Dixie Peterson, Remington Peterson and Mia Peterson; two brothers, Jerry Dewey Armstrong and wife, Mary of Fairfield and Larry Wayne Armstrong and wife, Jan of Texas. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday and other times at the home. Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter. (Bryan Funeral Home)
ARMSTRONG, Jayhue
Jayhue ARMSTRONG, 93, of Manteo, died Monday February 1, 2010 in Nags Head. Mr. Armstrong was born in Hyde County and was a retired carpenter and member of the the Church of Christ. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was the son of the late Matus M. Armstrong, Sr. and Margaret Virginia Dunbar Armstrong and was the husband of the late Hazel Iona Watson Armstrong. Surviving are one step-daughter, Wilma Flemming and one step-son, Elwood Cutrell both of Chesapeake, VA; four sisters, Inez Elks of Tabb, VA, Josephine Shepherd of Hampton, VA, and Doris Adderholdt and Margaret Cutrell both of Culpepper, VA; one half brother Matus M. Armstong, Jr. of Chicago, IL and several step-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Armstrong was predeceased by two stepdaughters, Evelyn Harris and Sarah Faye Chesteen, one stepson Billy Cutrell, his half sister, Pearl Armstrong and two half brothers, Harry Armstrong and Quintan Armstrong. A celebration of life will be in Twiford’s Colony Chapel Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 2:00 pm by Rev. C. L. Reynolds. Emtombment will be in Roanoke Island Memorial Gardens. Friends may join the family at Twiford Funeral Home Wednesday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Twiford Funeral Homes, Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. (Twiford Funeral Home)
ARMSTRONG, Jerry Dewey
Jerry Dewey Armstrong, 79, passed away on August 21, 2023, at his home in Fairfield, NC. Mr. Jerry was born in Columbia, NC in Tyrrell County on August 10, 1944, to the late Martin and Helen Cutrell Armstrong. He is survived by his wife, Mary Sears Armstrong. In addition, surviving are his three daughters, Tammy Cahoon (Eric) of Engelhard, Kristie Sisson (Kevin) of Raleigh, and Melissa Armstrong of Clayton; grandchildren, Karissa Rogers (Jordan), Kellum Cahoon (Macy), Katie Cahoon,Michael, Brandon and Jonathan Sisson, Mary Frances and Mason Reigher; and one great-grandson Myles Mateleska; a brother Larry Wayne Armstrong (Jan) of Texas and sisters-in-law Alice Ann Armstrong, Marlis Smith, Sara Meekins and Janet Russ (Anthony) and brother-in-law Charles Sears (Debbie), all of Fairfield and many special nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James “Jimmy” Armstrong, his brothers-in-law Daniel Sears, Jr. and Nathan Sears, and sisters-in-law Amanda Schmitt and Marie Barnhill. After graduating from West Hyde High School in 1962, Jerry moved to Florida with his brother, Jimmy, where he worked as a mechanic. Upon returning to NC, he married the love of his life on June 12, 1965. They made their home in Fairfield where he began building his legacy. After marrying, he worked for local businesses in the farming industry in Hyde County until he founded Armstrong Land Development in 1977. Over the next 40-plus years, he cleared and developed land for farmland, major highways, pharmaceutical plants, duck impoundments, hog lagoons, and drainage purposes. His dozers were used to fight fires in NC and VA. As a general contractor and an avid NASCAR fan, Jerry realized a dream by designing, building, co-owning, and operating a racetrack in Kenly, NC. He was a member of the Fairfield and Swan Quarter Masonic Lodges. He was a member of All Saints Episcopal Church of Fairfield and then St. Georges’ Episcopal Church in Engelhard. Jerry was a respected member of the community, always willing to lend a helping hand, giving of his time, talents, and resources. The family wants to extend a special thank you to Solomon Cooper, Gene Tooley Gibbs, and especially, Charles Sears, who was his best friend, his “righthand man” who ran the business the last few years. Jerry loved and respected all of them and enjoyed joking with them and giving them endearing nicknames. His greatest accomplishment, though, was being a devoted and loving husband to his wife, a kind and gentle father to his three daughters, and the best “Papa” in the world to his grandchildren. The family will receive friends Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in St. Georges’ Parish House. A service will follow at 4:00 p.m. at St. Georges’ Episcopal Church, Engelhard, NC, with Rev. Anne Dale, Celebrant. Inurnment will follow at the family plot at the Fairfield Cemetery. Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter. (Bryan Funeral Home)
ARMSTRONG, Johnie Albin
FAIRFIELD - Johnie Albin ARMSTRONG, 76, of Fairfield, died September 1 at Beaufort County Hospital in Washington. A Fairfield native, he was the son of the late Johnie Edward and Miranda Cuthrell Armstrong. He was a retired farmer and a member of Fairfield Lodge #520 AF & AM. Surviving are his wife, Lyda Midyette Armstrong; two sons: Edward E. Armstrong and Frank C. Armstrong, both of Manteo; a sister, Bonnie A. Cutrell of Fairfield; and 2 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday at the family plot in Fairfield Cemetery with the Rev. Roger A. Paxton officiating. Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter handled arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, September 5, 1993; pg. 14A)
ARMSTRONG, Johnnie E.
The Coastland Times - Tuesday, April 3, 1973; pg. 12
ARMSTRONG, Laura Cutrell
ARMSTRONG, Lyda Midyette
MANTEO - Lyda Midyette ARMSTRONG, of Manteo and formerly of Fairfield, died Sunday, February 18, at Chesapeake General Hospital in Chesapeake, Virginia. Born in Fairfield in 1931, she was the daughter of the late Henry Franklin and Gladys Baum Midyette. She was a graduate of the former Fairfield School and was valedictorian of her class. She was married to Johnie Albin Armstrong, who died in 1993. She was a member of the Fairfield Chapter #247, Order of the Eastern Star, the Fairfield United Methodist Church and retired as postmaster of the Fairfield Post Office after many years of service. Surviving are two sons: Edward E. Armstrong and Frank C. Armstrong, both of Manteo; a brother, Gene Midyette of Clearwater, Florida; and 2 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 21, at the family plot in Fairfield Cemetery. Arrangements were by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter. (The Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, February 20, 1996 and also The Coastland Times - Thursday, February 22, 1996; pg. 6A)
ARMSTRONG, Martin Dewey
FAIRFIELD - Martin Dewey ARMSTRONG, 88, died Feb. 8, 2002. Born in Tyrrell County, he was a retired heavy equipment operator and worked with Richmond Cedar Works. he was married to Helen Marie Cutrell in 1940 and she preceded him in death on July 2, 2001. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the gravesite in Fairfield Cemetery. William Booth and Steve Bryan will officiate. Surviving are three sons: Larry of Dayton, Texas, Jimmy and Jerry of Fairfield; brother, Chester of Cherry Hill, N.J.; sister, Irma Clemonts of Freeman, Va.; 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Friends will join family Sunday from 7-8 p.m. at Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter, N.C. (The Virginian-Pilot - Saturday, February 9, 2002)
FAIRFIELD - Martin Dewey ARMSTRONG, 88, died Friday, February 8 in Pungo Distirct Hospital in Belhaven. Born in Tyrrell County on March 24, 1913, he was the son of the late Levy and Alma Swain Armstrong. He served in the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930's in Old Fort. During his working years, he was a heavy equipment operator and worked for years with Richmond Cedar Works. He was married to the former Helen Marie Cutrell on Feb. 3, 1940 and she died on July 2, 2001. He was a member of the Malachi Chapel Free Will Baptist Church in Tyrrell County. Surviving are three sons: Larry Armstrong of Dayton, Texas, Jimmy M. Armstrong and Jerry D. Armstrong, both of Fairfield; a brother, Chester Armstrong of Cherry Hill, N.J.; a sister, Irma A. Clemonts of Freeman, Va.; 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Mr. Armstrong was preceded in death by five brothers: Ernest, Elwood, Leo, Howard and Frank Armstrong. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11 at the family plot in Fairfield Cemetery. Willima Booth and Steve Bryan will officiate. Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter is handling arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, Feb. 10, 2002; pg. 16A)
ARMSTRONG, Matus M.
ARMSTRONG, Roy D.
FAIRFIELD - Roy D. ARMSTRONG, 59, formerly of Route #1, Fairfield, died June 11 at Duplin County General Hospital in Kenansville. Born in Hyde County on June 7, 1937, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Rosey Armstrong. He worked as a farmer and truck driver prior to his retirement due to failing health. Surviving are a son, Jeffery A. Armstrong of Angier. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday at the family plot in Fulford Cemetery in Engelhard. Phil Emmert will officiate. Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Thursday, June 13, 1996; pg. 8A)
ARMSTRONG, Thomas F.
ARNOLD, Irene McKinney David
ENGELHARD - Irene McKinney David ARNOLD, 75, of Engelhard, and more recently a patient at Genesis Health Care in Salisbury, died Saturday, May 30. Born in Hyde County on May 5, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Johnnie Robert and Lillie Estelle Gibbs McKinney. She graduated from the former Engelhard High School, was a member of Engelhard Christian Church, and was a retired aircraft instrument mechanic with Civil Service. Surviving are her son, Robert "Bobby" Rex Davis of Woodleaf; a sister, Guelda M. Berry of Engelhard; 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara Joyce Arnold, and a sister, Marjorie Edinger. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at the gravesite in Fulford cemetery. Scott Sukeforth and Steve Bryan will officiate. The body will lie in state at Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter and the family will receive friends at the home of Mr. & Mrs. William A. Berry in Engelhard. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, June 2, 1998; pg. 12A)
ASKEW, James Paul
ASKEW, Mildred Swindell
SWAN QUARTER - Mildred Swindell ASKEW, 83, died Saturday, May 27 at Pungo District Hospital in Belhaven. Born in Hyde County on November 24, 1916, she was the daughter of the late Willie Valentine and Annie Etta Benson Swindell, and was the widow of James Askew who died in 1992. She was a member of the Soule United Methodist Church where she was active in United Methodist Women and Ladies' Aide. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Hyde Chapter 213 and had served as District Deputy Grand Matron of the Second District of the Grand Chapter of North Carolina, Order of the Eastern Star. She received her 50-year pin in recognition of her service in 1998. She was also a member and maintained a genuine interest in the work of the Mattamuskeet Foundation. She worked for many years as secretary at the former O'Neal Oil Company in Swan Quarter. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers: Metrah Swindell, Malcolm Swindell, Murrel Swindell, Marvin Swindell, Maxwell Swindell and Melvin Swindell. The family will receive friends at the home of Mr. & Mrs. R. Arlen Swindell of Swan Quarter. Arrangements by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, May 30, 2000; pg. 6B)
Sherry Leigh ATKINSON
Sherry Leigh Atkinson, of Ocracoke, NC, passed away on September 9, 2024, at ECU Health Medical Center at the age of 62. She was born on December 2, 1961, in Fayetteville, NC to the late Heidrun Jones and William Atkinson Sherry worked a variety of jobs prior to moving to Ocracoke. It was on Ocracoke where Sherry honed her true passion for cooking. She leaves a legacy of chefs and waitstaff, both on and off the island, affectionately known as her “babies.” Sherry is survived by her loving wife, Laura Michaels, who has stood by her side through the past 24 years. Twiford Funeral Homes, Outer Banks is assisting the family with arrangements. (Twifprd Funeral Home)
ATWELL, Mayme Simmons
SALISBURY - Mayme Simmons ATLEE [sic], 91, Meridan Nursing Center of Salisbury, died Monday, September 13, at Rowan Memorial Hospital. She had been in declining health for some time. Born February 13, 1902 in Hyde County, Mrs. Atwell was a daughter of the late Enoch Spencer and Eugenia Chamblee Simmons. Educated in the Hyde County schools, she also attended Elon College. She had retired from Isenhour Brick and Tile Co. where she had spent 20 years as secretary and bookkeeper. Her husband, George Dewey Atwell, died in July 1979. Survivors include a son, George D. Atwell, Jr. of Columbus, Georgia; a daughter, Betty Jo Atwell Horne of Charlotte; a brother Roy Simmons of Spencer; 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Services were Wednesday at the gravesite in City Memorial Park, conducted by the Rev. Malcolm Bullock, associate pastor of First Presbyterian Church. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, September 21, 1993; pg. 11A)
AUSTIN, SR., Chesley Thomas
HARKERS ISLAND - Chesley Thomas AUSTIN, SR., 80, of Harkers Island, died Saturday, May 9, at his home. A retired plumber, Mr. Austin and his wife, having been longtime residents of Winston-Salem, moved to Harkers Island in 1991. Surviving are his wife, Irene Hays Austin; a son, Chesley Thomas Austin, Jr. of Chapel Hill; a daughter, Gwen Austin of Silver Spring, Md.; a half-sister, Grace Downward of New Castle, Delaware; a step-sister, Hazel Garrish of Ocracoke; and 3 grandchildren. A private family service will be held. Arrangements by Brooks Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Morehead City. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, May 12, 1998)
AUSTIN, Hayes Lavons
Sept. 4, 1935 - Jan. 10, 2024 ---Hayes L. Austin, Sr., 88, passed away into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior in the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 10 ,2024 at ECU Health Medical Center. The funeral service will be held Saturday at 1 PM at First PentecostalHoliness Church in Greenville. Mr. Austin will be available to be viewed one hour prior to the service at the church. Entombment will follow in the Mausoleum at Pinewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends following the service at the cemetery. Mr. Austin was raised in Washington and graduated from Washington High School. He went on to attend East Carolina University. He lived most of his life in the Greenville community. Mr. Austin owned and operated Auto Specialty Company for over 50 years until his retirement in 2007, where he specialized in engine building and repair. His engines could be found in vehicles throughout eastern North Carolina. Mr. Austin was a longtime member of First Pentecostal Holiness Church, where he served as a Deacon and taught the Oakley Memorial Sunday School class for almost 50 years. He also enjoyed being a member of the Pirate Club and attended games as long as he was able. Mr. Austin was preceded in death by his mother, Lola Sanderson; sister, Shirley Potter; and brother, Bill Austin. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Bobbie Jean Austin; sons, H. L. Austin, Jr. and Jeff Austin; and granddaughter, Kayleigh Austin, all of Greenville. (Wilkerson Funeral Home) NOTE: An e-mail from Merlin S. Berry indicated that Lavons was a close high school friend who lived near Fortescue Creek in Hyde County but moved the Greenville later.
AUSTIN, Junius Perry
OCRACOKE - Junius Perry AUSTIN, 79, of Ocracoke, died Thursday, May 30, at a Hatteras Island medical facility. Mr. Austin, born in Hatteras and a life-long resident of Ocracoke, was the son of the late Crawford and Inez Gaskins Austin and the widower of Marion Forbes Austin. He was a retired Boatswain Mate with the U.S. Coast Guard, a WW II veteran, and was the caretaker of the Portsmouth Island Coast Guard Station when it was a hunting and fishing club. He was a member of the Ocracoke United Methodist Church, the Ocracoke Masonic Lodge #747, and was a Mason for over 50 years. Mr. Austin is survived by one daughter, June Herring of New Bern; two sons: Rudy Austin and Donald Austin, both of Ocracoke; two sisters: Betty Austin of Hatteras and Tressie Mathis of LaMesa, California; one brother, Elwood Austin of Hatteras; 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Funeral services were set for Saturday, June 1, at 2 p.m. at the Ocracoke United Methodist Church with the Rev. Allen Lovell to officiate. Burial with Masonic Rites will follow in the Ocracoke Community Cemetery. Twiford's Island Chapel in Hatteras is in charge of arrangements. (The Virginian-Pilot - Friday, May 31, 1996 and also The Coastland Times - Sunday, June 2, 1996; pg. 8A)
AUSTIN, Marion Forbes
OCRACOKE - Mrs. Marion Forbes AUSTIN, 73, died Friday, March 5, in New Bern. Mrs. Austin was a native of Ocracoke and a homemaker. She was the daughter of the late Irvin and Mrs. Alma Bragg Forbes and the wife of Junius Austin of the home. She was a member of Ocracoke United Methodist Church. Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, June Herring of New Bern; two sons: Rudy Austin and Donald Austin, both of Ocracoke; two sisters: Bernice Gaskins and Doss Van Kersteren, both of Ocracoke; 3 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. A church service was conducted Monday in the Ocracoke United Methodist Church by the Rev. Clyde Denny. Burial followed in the Community Cemetery. The body was sent from the Cotton Funeral Home, New Bern, to the Twiford's Funeral Home. Twiford's Island Chapel, Hatteras, is in charge of local arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, March 9, 1993)
AUSTIN, Metta Carawan
Metta Carawan Austin, 85, of Manteo, NC departed this earthly world on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at her home surrounded by family and close friends. Born in Hyde County on December 29, 1936, she moved to Dare County in the 1960s where she resided until her passing. Metta loved the beach, fishing, and all outdoor activities especially gardening. She often volunteered for church-related functions and sang in the choir for many, many years. Metta’s Sunday dinners were something to be remembered and enjoyed by all who attended. She spent hours, sometimes days, preparing holiday meals. All left her table full and smiling. Metta and Jerry enjoyed daily rides with their dog Molly. She had a passion for her children and grandchildren and was never shy to voice her opinion or offer guidance. Metta lived and loved fiercely. Metta is survived by her husband, Jerry Maness Austin; daughters, Lorna Daniels (Allen) and Gina Terry (Paul); son, Greg Sadler; stepchildren, Deanie Midgett (Timmy) and Jay Austin (Renee); grandchildren, Ali Daniels, Taner Daniels (Kim), Jeffrey Midgett, Brandy Morris, Andy Hatzigeorgiou (Ciera), Ashley Hicks (Colin), Conner Sadler, Courtney Sadler (AG), Kirby Sadler, Cassidy Sadler, Kelsey Oglesby, and Brittney Midgett; and a host of great-grandchildren and extended family members. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Jane Barber, Glen Carawan, Bill Carawan, and Edward Carawan. A memorial service will be held in the future. Twiford Funeral Homes, Outer Banks is assisting the family with arrangements. (Twiford Funeral Home) [Photo courtesy of Island Free Press]
AUSTIN, Susan Spencer
Hatteras – Susan Austin, a classic Outer Banks beauty, aged 86, passed away on July 16, 2024. Born and raised in Ocracoke to parents Sommers and Etta Spencer, she was a beloved mother, wife, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Susan was born on March 1, 1938, in Ocracoke, where she spent her formative years and met the love of her life, Clifton. They married in 1954 and took the ferry over to Hatteras to live out the rest of their lives, married 66 years. But more than anything, Susan was a devoted mother and Granny. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, decorating for holidays and painting her home, shopping, and making everything in her life beautiful. Susan is survived by her children, Cliff (Beth) and Dawn (Danny), her grandchildren, Heather, Ashley, Austin, Danielle, Morgan, Shelby, and Brianna, her great-grandchildren, Hunter, Alaya, Kyla, and Elwood. She is also survived by her sister, Stella (Edward Carson) and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clicky, sister, Margaret, and grandson Hamilton. A graveside service will be held Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 1pm on C. Deering Ridge Road followed by a reception. Gallop funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements. (Gallop Funeral Home)
AUSTIN, Virginia Howard
Virginia Howard Austin, 87, of Ocracoke, NC died on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at her home. A native of Ocracoke, she was the daughter of the late Napoleon Howard and Sabra Tolson Howard. Virginia was a homemaker and a member of Ocracoke United Methodist Church and the Women’s Society. Virginia is survived by her husband, Clyde Sherrill Austin; two daughters, Tammy Austin Tolson and Trudy Austin; and a grandson, Casey Tolson all of Ocracoke. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Claude Gaskill, Jesse Gaskill and Charles Howard. A funeral will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, May 22, 2016 at Ocracoke United Methodist Church with Rev. Richard Bryant officiating. Private burial will take place at the Howard-Williams cemetery. Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. (Twiford Funeral Home)
AUSTIN, William
Died at Ocracoke on the 4th inst., Capt. William AUSTIN, aged 41, and for a number of years a citizen of our town [Washington, N.C.], leaves a widow. (The Union - Friday, August 17, 1832; pg. 3; column 3) [Posted here with kind permission from John H. Oden, III]
AYERS, baby
MAKELEYVILLE - Mr. and Mrs. Charlie AYERS lost their baby a few weeks since. (The Washington Gazette - Thursday, June 11, 1896; pg. 2; column 5) [Posted here with kind permission from John H. Oden, III]
