Gasperson, Michele Ann HAVELOCK - Michele Ann Gasperson, 66, died Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. A funeral service will be held Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at Jones Funeral Home Chapel, Jacksonville, with the Rev. Jerry Bryant officiating. Burial will be in Onslow Memorial Park. She is survived by her mother, Inez D. Godburn of Canaan, Conn.; stepfather, John Godburn Sr. of Torrington, Conn.; six brothers, John Godburn and wife, Claudia, of Torrington, Conn., Mark Godburn, Kevin Godburn, David Godburn and wife, Jill, all of Canaan, Conn., Michael Godburn and wife, Gale, of Torrington, Conn., and Brian Godburn and wife, Eileen, of Oakdale, Conn.; two sisters, Deborah Bergeron and husband, Will, of Richlands and Donna Imelio and husband, Joe, of East Longmeadow, Maine. The family will receive friends Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Jones Funeral Home Chapel in Jacksonville. Flowers are welcome or donations may be made to CAPPS, Jacksonville, N.C. 28540. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/1/2008 - 8/4/2008 Hennon Sr., Robert D. Robert D. Hennon of New Bern,died July 28, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. Robert, better known as Bob, was born April 14, 1931, in Bedford, Ind. His parents were Doyle Hennon and wife, Nellie Edith Justus Hennon. His childhood was spent in Bloomington, Ind., where he graduated from Bloomington High School and later attended Oberlin College in Ohio. He received both an A.B. in speech and theater and an M.A.T. in speech and theater and also completed course work for a doctoral program in theater from Indiana University. Bob served in the Indiana National Guard during the Korean War. Throughout his life, Bob's interest in theater was apparent in all areas of life. After graduation from Indiana University, he was employed by a public television station. Later, he enjoyed working as the lighting director for an outdoor drama, Chucky Jack, in Gatlinburg, Tenn. His teaching career began at Women's College of the University of North Carolina in Greensboro, where he met Cleo Cannady and they were married July 19, 1958. Bob and Cleo moved to Indiana, where he was employed as a professor of speech and theater classes at Indiana University-Kokomo. In 1984, Bob retired and the couple moved to New Bern, where Bob operated The Stitchery, a needlework and custom framing business. He continued to stay active in theater both acting and directing for various groups. Bob was a member of First Presbyterian Church, where he served as an elder. He was a member of the Rothermel Foundation as long as health permitted. Bob had always had an interest in his family history. This interest grew throughout his lifetime. He was president of the Craven County Genealogical Society for several years. During his illness he began writing stories about his family which were published in the Indiana Historical Society Journal, Connections. The Genealogical Helper will posthumously publish one of his articles in the Nov/Dec 2008 issue. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Dr. William Hawkins, pastor, will officiate, assisted by Mr. Ken Gruebel. An opportunity to meet with the family will follow the service in the Session House. His love of learning and teaching permeated into his family life. He will be remembered for his compassion, patience, generosity and endearing love of family. Survivors include Bob's wife, Cleo; son, Robert D. Hennon Jr. of New Bern; daughter, Ashley J. Weaver, and husband, Richard E. Weaver, of Walton, Ind.; three grandsons, Ryan P. Weaver of Denver, Colo., Justin R. Weaver and Brandon E. Weaver of Walton, Ind.; a sister, Vera L. Rouse of Bloomington, Ind.; brother, Dr. David K. Hennon and wife, Clarice, of Indianapolis, Ind. He also had many nieces and nephews whom he dearly loved. Bob was predeceased in death by brothers, Franklin D. and Richard E. Hennon, and a sister, Myra Jean Taylor. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the First Presbyterian Church Foundation, PO Box 1075, New Bern, N.C., 28563-1075, or to the American Lung Association of North Carolina, National Processing Center, PO Box 7000, Albert Lea, MN 56007-8000, or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/1/2008 - 8/4/2008 Jewell Jr., Jesse S. VANCEBORO - Mr. Jesse S. Jewell Jr., 81, died Monday, July 28, 2008. A graveside memorial service will be conducted Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the Vanceboro Cemetery. Mr. Jewell, a native of Pamlico County, lived his early life in Tyrrell County and lived most of his adult life in Craven County, and in Vanceboro for the past two years. He worked as a land surveyor, timber cruiser, and as a construction project manager for large industrial and commercial projects. He traveled all of the East Coast in his work and much of the United States. Mr. Jewell was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Vanceboro. He is survived by his wife, Ruth L. Jewell; sons, William Jewell and wife, Jennifer, of New Bern and Roy Jewell of Virginia; daughter, Carolyn Phelps of Creswell; step-daughters, Bonnie Roix and husband, Gary, of Winterville, Katie Lane of Durham, Maine, Roxanne Bosse and husband, Michael, of Winterville, and Robin Rider of Seattle; stepsons, Donald Holland and wife, Carolyn, Richard Angotti Jr. and wife, Brenda, and Rodney Angotti and wife, Ada, all of Millinocket, Maine; sister, Syble Spruill and husband, Roy, of Creswell; brother Alton Jewell and wife, Virginia, of Ivor, Va.; six grandchildren; 16 stepgrandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and four stepgreat-grandchildren. The family will gather at St. Paul's Episcopal Church immediately following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to St Paul's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 466, V anceboro, N.C. 28586 or to the Galilee Mission, 2323 Lake Shore Rd., Creswell, N.C. 27928. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home in Vanceboro. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 7/29/2008 - 8/1/2008 Nathan, Wilhelmina Grant Wilhelmina Grant Nathan, 83, New Bern. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/1/2008 - 8/4/2008 Roberts, Albert C. GRANTSBORO - Albert C. Roberts, 85, died July 31, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Pamlico County. Burial arrangements will be conducted by Oakey's Funeral Home-North Chapel, Roanoke, Va. Local arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/1/2008 - 8/4/2008 Singleton Sr., Theodore Theodore Singleton Sr., 68, New Bern. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary. Tuten, Herod Herod Tuten, 77, of Two Rivers Nursing Center, formerly of Blounts Creek, died Monday, July 28, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. A memorial will be held Friday at 6 p.m. at the Whitfield and Whitley Chapel with the Rev. Serinus Willis officiating. He is survived by one son, Bobby T. Minor of New Bern; two stepchildren, Frankie Blango and Lucille B. Ganues, both of Arapahoe; and two grandchildren. The family will receive friends Friday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the chapel. Arrangements by Whitfield and Whitley Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/1/2008 - 8/4/2008 Vitols, Edite Timermanis Edite Timermanis Vitols, M.D., was born in 1922 in Riga, Latvia. She left Latvia in 1941 during the final Soviet World War II invasion. Following the end of the war, she immigrated with her husband, mother and father to North Carolina in the United States in 1949. With medical degrees from both Hamburg University in Germany and Duke University, North Carolina, Dr. Edith, as she was known by her friends and co-workers, first worked at the state hospital in Butner, then as a general practitioner in Newton Grove, and joined Cherry Hospital in Goldsboro as clinical director in 1958. In the late 1960s, she and her family moved to Richmond, Virginia, where she completed her residency in psychiatry. While in Richmond, she worked with the Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, and the federal drug rehabilitation program Human Resources, Inc. She returned to Goldsboro and Cherry Hospital in 1982 as a unit director until her retirement in 1999. Her greatest joy was her profession and helping people through her skill as a physician. She enjoyed the ocean, travel, dancing, bird watching, rescuing stray dogs and reading. She is survived by her daughter, Sondra E. Vitols, a resident of New York City, and her son and daughter?in ?law, Wilbur and Kathryn Vitols of New Bern. A memorial service is to be held at Seymour Funeral Home, 1300 Wayne Memorial Drive Goldsboro on Tuesday, August 5, at 6 p.m.. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Humane Society, your local animal shelter or the World Wildlife Fund. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/1/2008 - 8/4/2008 Gasperson, Michele Ann HAVELOCK - Michele Ann Gasperson, 66, died Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. A funeral service will be held Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at Jones Funeral Home Chapel, Jacksonville, with the Rev. Jerry Bryant officiating. Burial will be in Onslow Memorial Park. She is survived by her mother, Inez D. Godburn of Canaan, Conn.; stepfather, John Godburn Sr. of Torrington, Conn.; six brothers, John Godburn and wife, Claudia, of Torrington, Conn., Mark Godburn, Kevin Godburn, David Godburn and wife, Jill, all of Canaan, Conn., Michael Godburn and wife, Gale, of Torrington, Conn., and Brian Godburn and wife, Eileen, of Oakdale, Conn.; two sisters, Deborah Bergeron and husband, Will, of Richlands and Donna Imelio and husband, Joe, of East Longmeadow, Maine. The family will receive friends Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Jones Funeral Home Chapel in Jacksonville. Flowers are welcome or donations may be made to CAPPS, Jacksonville, N.C. 28540. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/1/2008 - 8/4/2008 Alexander, LaShaun Kelcey LaShaun Kelcey Alexander, 26, of 621 Kawkaz St., Raleigh, died Friday July 25, 2008 at Wake Medical Center. His funeral will be held at noon Thursday at Rush Metropolitan AME Zion Church in Raleigh with the Rev. C.E. Willie officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in New Bern. He is survived by his parents, William J. and Bettie J. Alexander of Raleigh. Arrangements by C.E. Willie Funeral and Cremation Services of Sanford Published in the Sun Journal from 7/30/2008 - 8/2/2008 Chance, Cynthia Purvis Cynthia Purvis Chance, 52, Red Oak. Arrangements by Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, Rocky Mount. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/2/2008 - 8/5/2008 Duffy Jr., Charles Charles Duffy Jr., 73, of New Bern died Sunday, July 27, 2008, of complications from a fall. Born in 1935, he was the son of the late Dr. and Mrs. Charles Duffy of New Bern. He is survived by his brother, Daniel Breck Duffy of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and his sister, Mathilde Duffy of Watertown, Massachusetts. harles was a master gardener, historian, avid fisherman, book collector, lover of nature, intrepid outdoorsman, collector of New Bern memorabilia, and believer in all things possible. He was an inspiration to all and a man of extreme integrity and work ethic. He liked to quote historian S.A. Ashe by saying, "Everyone owes something to the community of which he is a member." Certainly, he more than lived up to that ideal, for no one loved New Bern more than Charles. In his earlier life, Charles devoted himself to the Boy Scouts, taught canoeing, and took Scouts on national survival trips. He continued to love the outdoors, teaching young and old about astronomy, seashells, plants, birds, etc. At Washington and Lee University he excelled in track and swimming. In high school, he played defensive halfback on the varsity football squad. In 1969, he started Berne Book Service to research rare books, repair and bind books, and research history. He had also worked at the local public library with the bookmobile. No one loved to read more than Charles, whether it was large volumes of history, the classics, stories of exploration, or philosophy. He wrote children's books for his family and compiled an anthology of local poetry. Charles created his own beautiful garden and made sure other people's gardens and yards were kept in top shape. His pet saying for anyone he greatly admired was, "That person is not any kind of no-account man." How could anyone describe Charles any better? A memorial service will be held at Christ Episcopal Church on Thursday, August 7, at 4 p.m. with the Rev. Peter Stube officiating. A reception immediately follows in the Ministry Center at 311 Middle Street. Private interment at Cedar Grove Cemetery will be held another day for the family. Memorial donations may be made to the New Bern Historical Society, 512 Pollock Street, New Bern, N.C. 28560, the New Bern-Craven County Public Library, 400 Craven Street, New Bern, N.C. 28560, or to Christ Episcopal Church to the Capital Campaign Fund, P.O. Box 1246, New Bern, N.C. 28563. Friends who wish to sign the online guestbook, share a memory, or offer a word of condolence to the family may do so by visiting www.pollockbest.com Arrangements by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/2/2008 - 8/5/2008 Chance, Cynthia (Purvis) RED OAK - Cynthia "Cindy" Dawn Purvis Chance, 52, died Friday, Aug. 1, 2008. She was born Nov. 8, 1955, in Nash County, daughter of the late Clyde "Jack" Purvis Sr. and Beverly Andrews Purvis. Cindy was very involved in numerous civic causes, such as the Jaycees and the National MS Society. She received numerous awards and honors, including induction to the JCI Senate, as well as the NCJC Cardinal Corps. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Charles "Chuck" Chance, of the home; brothers, Clyde "Jay" Purvis Jr. of Alpharetta, Ga., Randy Purvis and wife, Tina Purvis, of Raleigh; and several loving family members and friends. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home with the Rev. Adrian Sawyer officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in memory of Cynthia P. Chance to Marvin United Methodist Church, 911 Falls Road, Rocky Mount, N.C. 27804; the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Eastern North Carolina Chapter, 3101 Industrial Drive, Suite 210, Raleigh, N.C. 27609; or the Edgecombe Nash Humane Society, P.O. Box 1783, Rocky Mount, N.C. 27802. Online condolences to the Chance family may be made by visiting www.wheelerandwoodlief.com. Arrangements are by Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Ave., Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Paid obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/2/2008 - 8/5/2008 Bausell, Rose Rose Bausell, 88, New Bern. Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals & Cremations. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/3/2008 - 8/6/2008 Halverson, Donald R. Donald R. Halverson, 80, River Bend. Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/3/2008 - 8/6/2008 Potter, Lily (Ives) Lily Ives Potter, 82, of New Bern died Friday, Aug. 1, at Craven Regional Medical Center. Lily was a charter member of Sherwood Forest Free Will Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma. She enjoyed Elder Bearers. Lily worked for 15 years with Craven Regional Medical Center as a medical discharge bookkeeper. She was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Daisy Ives. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Aug. 4, at Cotten Chapel at 2 p.m. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert Council Potter of New Bern; one daughter, Vicki Lynn Potter Cannon, and her husband, Albert E. Cannon Jr., of Parkland, Fla.; one brother, Walter Ives Sr., and his wife, Thelma, of New Bern; three grandchildren, Michelle Cannon Frye and her husband, Mark, of Miami, Fla., Albert Earl Cannon III and his wife, Megan, of Atlanta, Ga., and Thomas Christofer Robert Cannon of Wilmington; and three great-grandchildren, Noah Frye, Hannah Frye and Nicholas Cannon. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Cotten Funeral Home. Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory. Paid obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/3/2008 - 8/6/2008 . Reynolds, Angela Angela Reynolds, 38, Vanceboro. Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals & Cremations. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/3/2008 – 8/6/2008 Hackney, Odessa Odessa Hackney, 85, Arapahoe.? Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/4/2008 - 8/7/2008 Sutton, Emma Henderson Emma Henderson Sutton, 75, New Bern.? Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/4/2008 - 8/7/2008 Thompson, Ralph Willard Ralph Willard Thompson of New Bern died peacefully at home on July 31, 2008. He was born on December 1, 1927 in Boston, Massachusetts and graduated from the University of Maine in 1952 with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. Ralph met his wife of 54 years, Joy, in Philadelphia and they were married on April 4, 1954. He fulfilled his dreams of international travel when he began his career with the international sales division of General Electric. Based in Manhattan, his career allowed him to travel to Europe, Asia, Africa and Central America. During his career, he resided primarily in Massapequa, New York, where his love of boating and family were combined with family overnighters on the boat on weekends and many memorable cruising vacations to Cape Cod. Upon retirement, Ralph and Joy moved to New Bern, where they began their second life of sailing to the Caribbean and the Canadian Maritimes, and traveling by RV to Mexico, the Canadian Rockies and all over the United States, including visits with their five grandchildren. Ralph was a member of First Presbyterian Church, the Fairfield Yacht Club, and the Fairfield RV Club. Ralph is survived by his wife, Joy; son, Glen and his wife, Kathy Thompson of Virginia Beach; daughter, Nancy Schlecht of Lexington, Massachusetts; and son, Ron and his wife, Nancy Thompson of Yorktown, Virginia. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Lauren and Courtney Thompson, Lisa and Derek Schlecht, and David Thompson. Survivors also include his sister, Ruth Law of Burr Ridge, Illinois, and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service is to be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 8, 2008 at the First Presbyterian Church. An opportunity to meet with the family will follow the service in the Session House. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the American Diabetes Association or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/4/2008 - 8/7/2008 Zirnheld, James A. COVE CITY - James A. Zirnheld, 74, died at Britthaven of Havelock Saturday Aug. 2, 2008. He is survived by his widow, Bertha Mae Zirnheld of Cove City; three sons Jerome Zirnheld of Toledo, Wash., James W. Zirnheld and Tony Zirnheld of Jacksonville; one daughter Kendall Richardson of Alexandria Va.; sister oann Shuler of Louisville Ky.; nine grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday Aug. 5, 2008 at Core Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Barnhill officiating. Visitation is scheduled for one hour prior to the service. A graveside service will be at Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville following the church service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cottenfuneralhome.com Cotten Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/4/2008 - 8/7/2008 Core, Robert I. Robert I. Corey, 52, New Bern. Arrangements by Clark Funeral Directors, L.L.C. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/5/2008 - 8/8/2008 Gotch, Mollie Keel Mollie Keel Gotch, 97, of New Bern died August 3, 2008, at her home. She was born to the late Duff and Sadie Keel on March 14, 1911. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rade Gotch; four brothers, Ernest, Wilber, Ervin and Ralph; and two sisters, Gladys Brinson and Lyda Bell Murphy. Mollie retired from Navy Supply at Cherry Point after 33 years of service. Upon retirement, she spent many hours in her yard tending to her garden and flowers, which was her favorite pastime. She is survived by her son, Billy Murphy of the home; her daughter, Mavis Knight and husband, Damon, of New Bern; three grandsons, Thomas Hall and wife, Scarlet, Robert Hall and wife, Maryanne, and Rex Hall; two granddaughters, Carolyn Moore and husband, Elwood, and Lawana Sampson; nine great-grandchildren, David Hall, Melissa Baker, Amanda Piner, Walt Hall, Christina Best, Brad Moore, Stephanie Moore, Jodi Richards, and Eric Sampson; nine great-great-grandchildren, Kelsey Baker, Tiffany Baker, Aleanna Piner, Blake Piner, Gavin Hall, Bladen Hall, Tristan Best, Autumn Richards and Shawn Richards. Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 7, 2008, at Cotten Chapel with Kenneth Dixon officiating. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at the funeral home. An opportunity to meet with the family will follow the service at the home of Damon and Mavis Knight, 2204 Foxhorn Rd, New Bern. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/5/2008 - 8/8/2008 Hackney, Odessa Odessa Hackney, 85, Arapahoe.? Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/4/2008 - 8/7/2008 Leary, Catherine Forrest CHOCOWINITY - Mrs. Catherine "Cathy" Forrest Leary, age 53, a resident of 5963 U.S. Hwy 17 South, died Sunday, August 3, 2008. A funeral will be held at 7 p.m., Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at Paul Funeral Home of Washington officiated by Robert Worthington. Cathy was born in Pitt County on April 18, 1955, and was the daughter of the late James Benjamin Forrest and Pattie Webb Woolard. She attended Craven County schools and was currently a cook at Slatestone Grocery. Cathy attended West Vanceboro Church of God. Survivors include a daughter, Melissa Wiggins Stephens of Kinston; a son, Gregory Conner Leary of Ernul; her mother, Pattie L. Woolard of Chocowinity; three sisters; Yvonne Andrews and Elaine Scott, both of Vanceboro, and Barbara Ann Forrest of Bristol, Tenn.; three brothers, Jerry Anderson of Vanceboro, Mike Anderson of Chocowinity, and James Forrest of Farmville; and three grandchildren. The family will receive friends following the service until 9 p.m. at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and at other times at the home of Cathy's mother, Pattie Woolard, located at 5963 US Hwy 17 South in Chocowinity. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family, c/o Pattie Woolard, 5963 US Hwy 17 south, Chocowinity, N.C. 27817. Condolences may be made www.paulfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Paul Funeral Home of Washington. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/5/2008 - 8/8/2008 McDaniel, Mable Rowe POLLOCKSVILLE - Mable Rowe McDaniel, 89, of Pollocksville went to be with her Lord on August 3, 2008. Mable was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who was devoted to her family. She was a member of Piney Grove Baptist Church and a life member of Eastern Star Chapter 86. Mable loved to garden and crochet and she spent the last three years at The Homeplace Assisted Living where she enjoyed participating in activities and craft work. She is survived by her two sons, Donald McDaniel and wife, Janice, of Pollocksville, and Sherwood McDaniel and wife, Patricia, of New Bern; one brother, J.V. Rowe and wife, Linda, of Pollocksville; one sister, Gertrude Jones of Pollocksville; her grandchildren, Meredith McDaniel of Angier, Jonathan cDaniel of Bethesda, Md., Don McDaniel Jr. and wife, Staci, of Charlotte, Jessica Crockrell and husband, Jason, of New Bern, and J.P. Brown of Wallace; her great-grandchildren, Jake, Kyle and Luke McDaniel and Nathan Crockrell; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at Piney Grove Baptist Church with the Reverend Jeff Harris and the Reverend Ray Whitby officiating, followed by burial in Trenton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. to 8 tonight at Cotten Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Piney Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, 282 Piney Grove Road, Pollocksville, N,C. 28573 Published in the Sun Journal from 8/5/2008 - 8/8/2008 Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home. Paid Obituary Smith, Mary Evelyn (Wilson) Mrs. Mary Evelyn Wilson Smith, 82, died on Sunday, August 3, at her home. The funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday at 11 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in the Joseph Morris Family Cemetery on Butler Farm Road in Vanceboro. Mrs. Smith, daughter of the late William H. and Laura Avery Wilson, was a native of Craven County, where she attended the Craven County schools. She was an accomplished homemaker and an excellent cook. She extended her joy for cooking to the church where she served for many years at both family and youth camps. Mrs. Smith loved the Lord and was a faithful member of the Assemblies of God for many years. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Mrs. Smith will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, William "Willie" R. Smith, daughter, Linda S. Jones, and son, W. David Smith, all of New Bern; grandchildren, Cathy Jones, Teresa Herring, and Karen Jones, all of New Bern; great-grandchildren, Savannah and Parker; two sisters and two brothers. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home in Vanceboro. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/5/2008 - 8/8/2008 Herring, Reginald Linwood Reginald Linwood Herring, 53, New York. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/6/2008 - 8/9/2008 Wade Jr., Raeshon Demond Raeshon Demond Wade Jr., 11, Bayboro. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/6/2008 - 8/9/2008 VANCEBORO - Mrs. Doris Freeman White, 76, died Tuesday, August 05, 2008. The funeral service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Vanceboro Christian Church. Burial will follow in the New Bern National Cemetery. Mrs. White was a native of Plymouth, N.C., and spent 15 years traveling with her husband, during his time of service. For the past 39 years she lived in the Vanceboro community, where she taught swimming lessons for 25 years. She was a member of Vanceboro Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Freeman; husband of 29 years, Carroll Palmer White Sr.; her grandson, Tracy Parrish; and three brothers, Henry, Tommy and Bobby Freeman. She is survived by her sons, Carroll Palmer "Butch" White and wife, Glory, of Vanceboro, Shannon Leigh White and wife, Tami, of Portsmouth, Ohio, Gary Freeman White and wife, Gloria, and William Bradley White and wife, Karen, all of Vanceboro; daughters, Kathryn White Crowley and husband, Charles, of Cheraw, S.C., Brenda White Provost and husband, David, of Lawrenceville, Ga., and Janet White Rouse and husband, Drew, of Kinston; grandchildren, Jackie Eck, Holly White, Cody White, Dawn Rogers, Traves White, Sammy Ray White, Ashley White, Eric Heath, Shawn Heath, Jennifer Grady, Guy White, Kyle White, and Paige White; great-grandchildren, Dalton, Dustin, and Wyatt Taylor, Destiny Freeman, Christian and Timothy Parrish, Hayli, Kelsi , Kailey and Emma Heath, and Chasity Grady; sisters, Neil Freeman Asby of Windsor and Frances Freeman Tetterton of Jamesville; and brothers, Donald B. Freeman of Greenville, Luther Freeman of Ayden, Larry Freeman of Ahoskie, Clarence "Buddy" Freeman of Sneads Ferry and Marshall Freeman of Cary. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Wilkerson Funeral Home in Vanceboro. Memorials may be made to Vanceboro Christian Church, P.O. Box 505, Vanceboro, N.C. 28586, or to Community Home Care and Hospice, 518 Plaza Blvd., Suite 3, Kinston, N.C. 28501. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home. Paid Obituary. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/6/2008 - 8/9/2008 Charles Parker Shilstone IV July 31, 2008 - 10:40AM Charles Parker "Charlie" Shilstone IV, of New Bern, died Monday, July 28, 2008. He was a native of Long Island, N.Y., and lived for the past 21 years in Newport and New Bern. He was a master craftsman in the stone industry and the owner of Rock Solid Stone and Tile in New Bern. He is survived by his wife, Gale Potters Shilstone; one son, Charles "C.J." Parker Shilstone V; two daughters, Jill Shilstone and Cynthia Oxenreider; one grandson, Charles Parker Shilstone VI; and three granddaughters, Ashley, Cierra and Savannah. He also leaves behind his parents, Charles Parker Shilstone III and Bernice Shilstone; three brothers, Robert, Bruce, and Tim Shilstone; and two sisters, Linda and Donna Himpler. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations, New Bern. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Pollock-Best Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Randy Field officiating. Burial will follow at New Bern Memorial Cemetery. A covered dish reception will follow at Believer's Fellowship, located at the corner of Neuse Boulevard and Glenburnie Road, New Bern. Online guestbook is available at www.pollockbest.com. Published in Havelock News Emory, Randolph Watts Randolph Watts Emory, 91, New Bern. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/7/2008 - 8/10/2008 Freeman, Brinder Darlene Brinder Darlene Freeman, 53, New Bern. Arrangements by Rivers-Morgan Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/7/2008 - 8/10/2008 Herring, Reginald Linwood Reginald Linwood Herring, 53, New York. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/6/2008 - 8/9/2008 Heath, Ronald Nelson Ronald Nelson Heath, 66, of Wilmington, N.C., formerly of New Bern, died peacefully at his residence Tuesday, August 5, 2008, after an extended illness. Nelson was born August 1, 1942, son of the late Arthur Clarence Heath and Cora Mercer Heath. Nelson graduated from New Bern High School. He was employed with Craven Foundry and later employed for twenty-seven years with Merritt-Holland Gas Company (Linde Gases of the Southeast), as an inventory purchasing manager. Mr. Heath had also been employed by Lowe's Home Improvement and most recently by Corning Incorporated, until his illness required him to retire. In addition to his parents, Nelson was preceded in death by two brothers, Jonie Lee Heath and Leslie Bryan Heath. Nelson was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of forty-five years, Judy Corbett Heath; two daughters, Rhonda Heath Coltraine and husband, Tommy, of New Bern, and Pamela Heath Gray and husband, Dennis, of Vanceboro; and a granddaughter, Erin Ashley Gray of Vanceboro. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, August 9, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel, 4108 South College Road, Wilmington, N.C., with the Rev. Jimmy Mercer officiating. The family will receive friends at the mortuary on Saturday from 1 p.m. until the service hour. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society, American Lung Association, or the American Heart Association. The family of Ronald Nelson Heath would like to thank all the doctors, nurses and staff at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A very special thank you to Dr. Kevin Brennan and Dr. Thomas Bumbalo and their office staff, and to the compassionate staff of Lower Cape Fear Hospice. The family will fondly remember the kindnesses, care, and support shared for Nelson and for us by our neighbors, friends, and co-workers at this time of need. Arrangements by Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/7/2008 - 8/10/2008 Lehman, Lori Lori Lehman of New Bern went home to heaven, August 4, 2008, to be with the Lord and her family. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 9, 2008, at Cotten Chapel with Rev. Randy Fields officiating. Family and friends visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the ASPCA (animal rescue), 424 E. 92nd St., New York, NY 10128-6804 Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory. Paid Obituary . Published in the Sun Journal from 8/7/2008 - 8/10/2008 Mess, Thomas Raymond Thomas Raymond Mess, 72, of New Bern died on August 5, 2008, at his residence. He is survived by his wife, Amelia Mess; his sons, Frank Mess of Atlanta, Ga., and Geordie Mess of Arlington, Va.; his daughters, Linda Miller of Silver Spring, Md., and Karen Cale of Fredericksburg, Va. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. today at Cotten Funeral Home. A second visitation will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, August 8, 2008, at St. Paul Catholic Church, followed by Mass at 10 a.m. Burial will be in New Bern Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/7/2008 - 8/10/2008 Smith, Thomas Grant Thomas Grant Smith, 85, New Bern. Arrangements by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/7/2008 - 8/10/2008 Bloodworth, James Leonard James Leonard Bloodworth, 80, formerly of Livingston, Ill., died Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Bloodworth; daughter, Glenda Crinkey of New Bern; brother, Harold Bloodworth of St. Genevieve, Mo.; sister, Rosie May Smith of Anna, Ill.; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/8/2008 - 8/11/2008 Mullen, Myrtle Ophelia Myrtle Ophelia Mullen, 83, of the 5100 block of Moye Road died Aug. 1, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. She was educated in the Currituck County school system and received a home nursing certification from Crestwood High School in Chesapeake, Va. She was a member of New Weeping Mary Missionary Baptist Church, where she was a deaconess and served on the Usher Board, in the Helping Hands Ministry and as a pastor's aide. She was also a member of the Morning Star Chapter No. 436 O.E.S.P.H.A. She is survived by her son, Mack Eugene Mullen of New Bern; two grandchildren; and her sister, Mary Simons and her husband, Albert, of Chesapeake, Va. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday at New Weeping Mary Missionary Baptist Church, 1104 Fentress Road, Chesapeake, Va., with the Rev. John C. Smith officiating. Burial will be at Moyock Community Cemetery in Moyock. Family and friends will assemble at 1016 Fentress Road one hour prior to the service for procession to the church. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. today at the Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave., Chesapeake, Va. Arrangements by Metropolitan Funeral Service. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/8/2008 - 8/11/2008 Barrineau, Allene Langston Allene Langston Barrineau, 86, of New Bern died Friday, August 8, 2008, at Two Rivers Health Care Center. Allene lived her life for the Lord. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, August 10, 2008, at Lakeside Chapel Greenleaf Memorial Park with the Rev. Kenneth Dixon officiating. She is survived by her daughter, Faith B. Purcell of Beaufort; one grandchild, Allena Hope Purcell of Beaufort; three sisters, Virginia L. Langston of Winston-Salem, Dottie Bragg of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Eleanor Bonin of Texas. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bridgeton Pentecostal Holiness Church, 943 Half Moon Road, New Bern, N.C. 28560. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/9/2008 - 8/12/2008 Bloodworth, James Leonard James Leonard Bloodworth, 80, formerly of Livingston, Ill., died Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Bloodworth; daughter, Glenda Crinkey of New Bern; brother, Harold Bloodworth of St. Genevieve, Mo.; sister, Rosie May Smith of Anna, Ill.; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/8/2008 - 8/11/2008 Mullen, Myrtle Ophelia Myrtle Ophelia Mullen, 83, of the 5100 block of Moye Road died Aug. 1, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. She was educated in the Currituck County school system and received a home nursing certification from Crestwood High School in Chesapeake, Va. She was a member of New Weeping Mary Missionary Baptist Church, where she was a deaconess and served on the Usher Board, in the Helping Hands Ministry and as a pastor's aide. She was also a member of the Morning Star Chapter No. 436 O.E.S.P.H.A. She is survived by her son, Mack Eugene Mullen of New Bern; two grandchildren; and her sister, Mary Simons and her husband, Albert, of Chesapeake, Va. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday at New Weeping Mary Missionary Baptist Church, 1104 Fentress Road, Chesapeake, Va., with the Rev. John C. Smith officiating. Burial will be at Moyock Community Cemetery in Moyock. Family and friends will assemble at 1016 Fentress Road one hour prior to the service for procession to the church. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. today at the Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave., Chesapeake, Va. Arrangements by Metropolitan Funeral Service. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/8/2008 - 8/11/2008 Brooks, Mildred Lucille Cannon Mildred Lucille Cannon Brooks, 92, of 115 Marshall Circle, Greenwood, S.C., died Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008, at Hospice House of the Piedmont. She was born in Little Mountain, S.C. She retired from Greenwood Mills, where she was a member of the Quarter Century Club. She was a charter member of New Market Baptist Church. Her funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008, at New Market Baptist Church with the Rev. Stanley Sprouse officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Gardens cemetery. She is survived by two sons, David Brooks of Greenwood, S.C., and Fred Brooks of Columbia, S.C.; two daughters, Sylvia Grubb of West Columbia, S.C., and Miriam Willis of New Bern; two sisters, Faye Dominick and Sarah Amick, both of Newberry County, S.C.; seven grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Harley Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Market Baptist Church, 906 Ninety-Six Hwy, Greenwood. S.C. 29646 or Hospice House, 408 West Alexander Ave., Greenwood, S.C. 29646 Arrangements by Harley Funeral Home, Greenwood, S.C. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/9/2008 - 8/12/2008 Johnson, Fred Lee Fred Lee Johnson, 81, of New Bern died Aug. 7, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. He was a member of Twin Rivers Baptist Church. He is survived by one daughter, Judy Johnson White of New Bern, and two grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 11, 2008, at Twin Rivers Baptist Church with the Rev. Allen Croom officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/9/2008 - 8/12/2008 Sawyer, Louise Toler ORIENTAL - Louise Toler Sawyer, 87, died Friday, Aug. 8, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. She is survived by five sons, Odell Sawyer of Grantsboro, Charles Sawyer and Freddie Sawyer, both of Bayboro, Billy Sawyer of Hobucken, and Pie Sawyer of Oriental; two sisters, Geraldine Sadler of Fayetteville and Mary Smith of Olympia; three brothers, the Rev. Lee Toler and John Toler, both of Alliance, and Tom "Little Tom" Toler of Princeton; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dwayne Boyd officiating. Burial will be in Grantsboro cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, at Bryant Funeral Home. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/9/2008 - 8/12/2008 Branch, David James Williamsburg, Va. - David James Branch, 36, died Friday, Aug. 8, 2008. He lived life to the fullest, enjoying time with his family, friends, and the love of his life, his son, David Mack. David was a "jack of all trades" and mastered them all only to follow his passion for wood and becoming a self-employed contractor. He was a well-loved and fun-loving character who brought an abundance of joy to everyone around him. He is preceded in death by his father, James A. Branch; a sister, Sarah; and a brother, Daniel. He is survived by his son, David Mack Branch; his mother, Juanita Johnson; nine sisters and brothers, Linda Eicenhour, Donald Branch, Laura Horsely, Lisa Vinson, Dallas Branch, Linda Maggard, Deborah Pratt, Issac McMillen and James McMillen; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other family and friends. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the Williamsburg Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Bucktrout of Williamsburg Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be sent to the Heritage Humane Society, 430 Waller Miller Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. Online condolences may be registered at bucktroutfuneralhome.net Bucktrout of Williamsburg is in charge of the arrangements. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/10/2008 - 8/13/2008 Murphy, Roy Lee Roy Lee Murphy of Cove City died peacefully on August 4 after a lengthy illness at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro. The last of the Murphy brothers, Roy was born Jan. 17, 1923 at Ft. Barnwell to Jesse and Olivia Riggs Murphy. He served honorably in the Navy during World War II and later as a sergeant in the Army Reserves. After retiring from civil service at Ft. Monroe, Va. as chief of Communications, he became active in many civic programs in both Virginia and North Carolina, which included: president (32nd degree Mason) of the Warwick Lodge and member of both the Khedive and Sudan Shriners (fundraising for their children's hospitals). Roy worked diligently on North Carolina conservation projects for Core Creek and the Neuse River, Ducks Unlimited and restoration of area cemeteries. Among his other interests: working as a nationally known duck carver and sculptor, hunting and fishing and being a consummate outdoorsman. His was a life well-lived. Roy is survived by his wife, Elsie Fillngame Murphy of Virginia; daughter, Linda Pisciotta and granddaughters, Christina Pisciotta Chapman, Alisa Pisciotta and Elizabeth Pisciotta, all of Washington; and daughter, Lisa Benson, and grandchildren, Meagan Murphy House and John Murphy and five great-grandchildren, all of Virginia. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Aug. 21 at Cove City FWB Church. Burial will follow in Cove City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, at Roy's request, make donations to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville SC 29605. Cotten Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Paid obituary Rapson, Chester Gordon Chester Gordon Rapson, 79, New Bern. Arrangements are by Cotton Funeral Home & Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/10/2008 - 8/13/2008 Russell, Evelyn Williams Evelyn Williams Russell, 76, of Fort Barnwell died Friday, Aug. 8, 2008. Mrs. Russell was a member of the Fort Barnwell Baptist Church. She worked at Dupont in Kinston, owned and operated Russell's Ceramics for 50 years and also taught classes at Craven Community College. Her hobbies included painting ceramics and porcelain dolls, fishing, and gardening. She was thankful for the simple pleasures in life, baking and picking up pecans. She also enjoyed time spent with her great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Monday, Aug. 11, 2008 at Cotten Chapel at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Mike Scott officiating. Burial will follow in Ft. Barnwell Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Grover D. Russell Sr. of Fort Barnwell; three sons, Grover D. Russell Jr. and wife, Joy, of Fort Barnwell, Alan Russell and wife, Linda, of Askin and Roger Russell and wife, Linda, of Ernul; five grandchildren, Roger Glenn and Darryl Russell, Kristie R. Faulk, Tracey R. Dail and Jonathan Russell; five great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Hazel Russell, Jacob Alan Faulk, Haley and Jackson Dail; three sisters, Zola Lilly of Washington, Jesse Stilley of Bridgeton and Thelma Juanita Forrest of New Bern. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Joy Dawn Russell; two brothers, Henry Williams and Glenn Williams. The family will receive friends at the residence at 505 Russell Road. Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/10/2008 - 8/13/2008 Sanderson, Thomas L. Thomas "Tommy" Louis Sanderson, 60, of New Bern passed away Monday, August 11, 2008. He served honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and was retired from civil service at Cherry Point. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Pollock-Best Funeral Chapel with Dr. Steven Fitzgerald officiating. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park with military honors. He is survived by his wife, Debbie Sanderson of New Bern; two daughters, Tonya Weisner of New Bern and Talena Brown of Sarasota, Fla.; one son, Jason Sanderson of New Bern; two stepsons, Marc Lawhorn of New Bern and Matt Lawhorn of New Bern; one stepdaughter, Caroline Lawhorn of Wallace; three sisters, Lila Lamm of Chocowinity, Cathrine Bell of Wilmington and Judy Gardner of New Bern; one brother, David Sanderson of Wilmington; ten grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Yolanda Dunn. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, just prior to the service at Pollock-Best Funerals & Cremations. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or to United Hospice. Anyone wishing to share a memory, offer a condolence, or to sign the online guestbook is invited to visit www.pollockbest.com. Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/12/2008 - 8/15/2008 Sawyer, Louise Toler . Louise Toler Sawyer, 87, of Oriental died Friday, Aug. 8, 2008 at Craven Regional Medical Center. She is survived by five sons, Odell Sawyer of Grantsboro, Charles Sawyer and Freddie Sawyer, both of Bayboro, Billy Sawyer of Hobucken and Pie Sawyer of Oriental; two daughters, Geraldine Sadler of Fayetteville and Mary Smith of Olympia; three brothers, the Rev. Lee Toler and John Toler, both of Alliance, and Tom "Little Tom" Toler of Princeton; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. today at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Dwayne Boyd officiating. Burial will follow immediately in Grantsboro Cemetery. Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home & Cremations, Alliance. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/10/2008 - 8/13/2008 Capps, Clingman REIDSVILLE ? Rev. Clingman Carter Capps, 77, of Reidsville, died Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008, at Croasdaile Village in Durham. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008, at Woodmont United Methodist Church. Rev. Capps was born in Flat Rock, and served as a minister with the United Methodist Church for 51 years, mostly in eastern North Carolina. He graduated from Elon College and received his masters degree from Duke Divinity School. He later received his doctorate in Edinburgh, Scotland. He lived with multiple sclerosis for the last 50 years but remained active in the church and in his community for most of those years. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Lewis Capps of the home; children, Nancy Carol Capps of Reidsville, John Clingman Capps and his wife, Carolyn of Asheboro, Mark Edwin Capps and his wife, Pam of Kinston, Pamela Lee Merritt of Charlotte, Julia Annette Jenkins and her husband, Doug of Richlands, Richard Clingman Capps of Reidsville, Scott Edwin Lewis of Richmond, Va., and Shannon Marie Lewis of Greensboro; 14 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Dr. Julia Anna Capps of Black Mountain. The family will receive friends at the home. Arrangements are by Wilkerson Funeral Service in Reidsville. Published in the Jacksonville Daily News from 8/10/2008 - 8/13/2008 Harris, Rev. James Albert CHARLOTTE - Rev. James Albert Harris, 87, previously of Jacksonville, was living at Brighton Gardens Assisted Living in Charlotte for the past year. He was taken home to be with Jesus on Friday, Aug. 8, 2008. He was born in Enfield, the son of the late Willie David Harris and Lee Paramore Harris. He learned farming from his father and grandfather, but after graduating from Enfield High School he went to Bob Jones College in Cleveland, Tenn., in 1942 and 1943 to prepare for Christian ministry. The Free Will Baptist denomination ordained him and he served for the next 10 years in a number of different churches in North Carolina. In 1955, he accepted a civil service job with the Navy in Norfolk, Va., transferring to Jacksonville in 1957 to work with the Marine Corps at Camp Lejeune. He retired from Camp Lejeune in 1985. Mr. Harris was a musician, teaching piano, organ and voice for 30 years. He also was an avid gardener. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth Storm Harris of Charlotte; two sisters, Jean Harris Moore of Enfield and Mary Leigh Harris Summers of Greensboro; daughter, Janie Harris Ellison and her husband, John William Ellison of Greenville, S.C.; sons, David Wescott Harris and his wife, Mary Payne Harris of Charlotte and James Albert Harris Jr. and his wife, Nancy Harris of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Jacksonville Chapel of Jones Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Kellum officiating. Entombment will follow at Onslow Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Tuesday afternoon from 1 until 1:45 p.m. at the funeral home. Published in the Jacksonville Daily News from 8/11/2008 - 8/14/2008 Smothers, Brenda JACKSONVILLE - Brenda Smothers, 54, of Jacksonville, died Aug. 10, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by A&W Spicer-Hardison Mortuary in Jacksonville. Chavis, Joseph On August 8, 2008, Joseph Chavis, son of Bracey Chavis, deceased, and Joan Riley, was called home to be with his Father. Surviving are his mother, Joan Riley, and her husband, Leonard Riley; three sons, Joseph Chavis Jr., Stephen Chavis, and Jason Chavis with their mother, Tammy Rich; four sisters, Carrie Robinson, Alice Wilson, Tracey Hinkle, and Ann Fransisco; and one brother, Richard Chavis. His death was sudden and a shock to us all, but we all know he is still with us. A wake will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2008, at Hall-Wynne Funeral Home, Durham. Paid obituary Brooks, Mildred Lucille Cannon Mildred Lucille Cannon Brooks, 92, of 115 Marshall Circle, Greenwood, S.C., died Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008, at Hospice House of the Piedmont. She was born in Little Mountain, S.C. She retired from Greenwood Mills, where she was a member of the Quarter Century Club. She was a charter member of New Market Baptist Church. Her funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008, at New Market Baptist Church with the Rev. Stanley Sprouse officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Gardens cemetery. She is survived by two sons, David Brooks of Greenwood, S.C., and Fred Brooks of Columbia, S.C.; two daughters, Sylvia Grubb of West Columbia, S.C., and Miriam Willis of New Bern; two sisters, Faye Dominick and Sarah Amick, both of Newberry County, S.C.; seven grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Harley Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Market Baptist Church, 906 Ninety-Six Hwy, Greenwood. S.C. 29646 or Hospice House, 408 West Alexander Ave., Greenwood, S.C. 29646 Arrangements by Harley Funeral Home, Greenwood, S.C. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/9/2008 - 8/12/2008 Harris, Joyce Hodges Joyce Hodges Harris, 62, of Britthaven of Guilford County died Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008, at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro. She was a 1964 graduate of the former Bath High School and earned a degree in accounting at Craven Community College. She was a bookkeeper with Ballard Tire and Oil Company in New Bern until her retirement in 1995. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Her funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008, at Paul Funeral Home of Washington with Clyde J. Harris Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery of Washington. She is survived by one son, Clyde J. Harris Jr. of Walkertown; one brother, C.C. Hodges of Washington; one sister, Betty Leggett of Washington; and four grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008, at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and at other times at the home of Alta Clayton, Harvey Road, Washington. Flowers are welcome and donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, Va. 2231. Arrangements by Paul Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/12/2008 - 8/15/2008 Grice, Topsie Roberts Topsie Roberts Grice, 92, of 506 Hope Ave., Durham, died Tuesday, Aug. 12, at her residence. She was a native of the Harlowe community of Havelock, was a member of West Street Christian Church and was retired from work in the garment industry. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 18, at West Street Christian Church with the Rev. R. E. Midgette Sr. officiating. Burial will be in New Bern National Cemetery. She is survived by her son, Isaiah Grice of New Bern; her daughter, Theresa G. Reed of Durham; 11 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. Viewing will be at Oscar's Mortuary from noon to 6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/13/2008 - 8/16/2008 Huff, John C. GREENVILLE, S.C. - John Carol Huff, father of Sun Journal Editor John C. Huff Jr., died Sunday in Greenville, S.C., after a month-long battle with lung disease and cancer. He would have been 80 years old Aug. 20. A veteran of more than 40 years with The Greenville News, most of it as superintendent of the mailroom and transportation, Mr. Huff was known in the industry as a leader in modernizing operations, and known personally for his library and expertise in English-language detective fiction and British and American fantasy from the first half of the 20th century. He is also survived by his wife of 60 years, the former Ruth Fortner, and sons James M. Huff of Summerville, S.C., and Timothy W. Huff of Durham. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/11/2008 - 8/14/2008 Lander, Catherine Catherine Ann Lander, 74, died Monday, August 11, 2008, at her residence. She was born and raised in Baltimore, Md., and attended the Institute of Notre Dame. She was employed as assistant to the head of placement services at Catonsville Community College. She was an avid bridge player and golfer and was a member of Emerald Golf Club. Services will be at the Monastery Church in Baltimore, Md., at 12 noon Saturday. Burial will be in the Baltimore National Cemetery on Monday beside her two babies, Jennifer and Scott. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Donald Lander; one daughter, Stephanie Funk and husband, Gene, of Baltimore, Md., and their children, Lauren and Regina Funk and Lauren's children, Kelsi and Ryan; two sons, Mark Lander and wife, Juliana, of Baltimore and their children, Sean, Jillian and Alec Lander and Donald Lander and wife, Bernadette, of Baltimore, Md., and their children, Elizabeth, Blaine and David Lander; and one sister, Geraldine Campbell of Baltimore, Md. Those who desire may send a note of condolence or sign the guest book by visiting www.pollockbest.com. Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations. Paid Obituary. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/12/2008 - 8/15/2008 Mess, Thomas Raymond Thomas Raymond Mess, 72, died unexpectedly on August 5, 2008, at his home in New Bern following a brief struggle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Amelia Ann Harper Mess; son, Dr. Frank Mess and wife, Dawn, of Atlanta, Ga.; son, Geordie Mess of Arlington, Va.; daughter, Linda Miller and husband, Rick, of Silver Spring, Md.; daughter, Karen Cale and fianc?, Dr. Alex Balian, of Fredericksburg, Va.; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Also surviving are his sister, Patricia Mess of Chatham, N.J.; and brother, Dr. Charles Mess Sr. and wife, Marilyn, of Olney, Md. He was preceded in death by his father, George Mess, and mother, Mary McClafferty Mess. Tom graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, N.Y., and served in the U.S. Navy. He subsequently trained as a nuclear engineer and sailed on the maiden voyage of the N.S. Savannah. Tom formerly lived in Northern Virginia where he worked as a naval engineer with the Department of the Navy in Washington, D.C., for 35 years. He was a member of the American Society of Naval Engineers, Kings Point Club, Acquisition Professional Community and the American Legion. Tom was a lover of nature and enjoyed observing and feeding the many birds he attracted to the back yard. He especially loved the ocean and found pleasure in vacationing in Emerald Isle for more than 40 years. Services were held on Friday, August 8, 2008, at St. Paul Catholic Church, followed by burial in New Bern Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, American Cancer Society or charity of one's choice. Arrangements were by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Paid obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/7/2008 - 8/15/2008 Robinson, Roscoe Willie Roscoe Willie Robinson, 74, of 1200 N. 20 St., Morehead City, died Friday, Aug. 8, at Carteret General Hospital. He was formerly of Salisbury and was a self-employed concrete contractor in Carteret County for more than 40 years. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, Newport, with the Rev. G.O. Greene officiating. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Park. He is survived by his wife, Amanda M. Robinson of the home; five sons, Michael Watkins of Salisbury, Andrew Robinson of the home, Thomas Edwards, Christopher Edwards and Mitchell McIver, all of Morehead City; 10 daughters, Marquita Robinson of Charlotte, Aretha Turlingon and Victoria Washington of Morehead City, Patricia Eberhart and Vanessa Lowe of Salisbury, Roschelle Edwards Bailey of Charlotte, Tomika Robinson and Janine Henry of Wilmington, and Aphrodite McIver and Mellony McIver of the home; and one brother, James Robinson of Charlotte; one sister, Helen Corpening of Albermarle; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the residenc0e and at 106 N. 15 St., Morehead City. Viewing will be Wednesday at Oscar's Mortuar y and Thursday at the church an hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/12/2008 - 8/15/2008 Whitehurst, Larry Van Larry Van Whitehurst, 62, New Bern. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary. Whitehurst, Larry Van Larry Vann Whitehurst, 62, of New Bern died Sunday, Aug. 10, at Craven Regional Medical Center. Whitehurst was a member of Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, where he served in the choir. He was a 1964 graduate of J.T. Barber High School and Fayetteville State College, now Fayetteville State University. He was employed with the Craven County and Washington, D.C., school systems as an educator. His funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Lawrence B. Kelsey Sr. officiating. He is survived by his son, Larry Whitehurst Jr. of Clinton, Md.; three sisters, Shirley Fisher and Evangeline Glenn, both of New Bern, and Nidia Colon of the Bronx, N.Y.; and three brothers, Ralton Hill of Clayton, Avelino Brooks of Winterville and Angelina Brooks of New Bern. The family will receive friends at the home of Frederick and Shirley Fisher, 5202 U.S. 17 South, New Bern. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/12/2008 - 8/15/2008 Taylor, Mae Merritt Mae Merritt Taylor of New Bern died Aug. 12 at Two Rivers Healthcare Center. She was 103 years old. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15, at Pollock-Best Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Charlene Guider officiating. Interment will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, at Oleander Memorial Gaug 24 ardens in Wilmington. She is survived by her daughter, Mary T. Edgerton of New Bern; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday morning, just prior to the funeral service at Pollock-Best Funerals & Cremations. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 811 Simmons St., New Bern, N.C. 28560. Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/13/2008 - 8/16/2008 Ives, Maria Pulido (Vinuesa) AURORA - Maria Pulido Vinuesa Ives, 81, of 31134 Hwy 33 East died Sunday, Aug. 10, as a result of injuries in an automobile accident. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, at the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home in Washington with the Rev. Sylvia Duke officiating. Mrs. Ives was born in El Arenal Avila, Spain, on May 20, 1927. She was a homemaker and she attended Campbells Creek United Methodist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Teresa Ives of Atlanta, Ga., and Carla Hoffner of Ocala, Fla.; two sons, John Ives of Aurora and Troy Ives of Chocowinity; one brother, Juan Pulido Vinuesa of Spain; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the home of her son, John Ives, 316 Cypress Swamp Road, Aurora. Memorials may be made to Campbells Creek United Methodist Church, c/o Carlyle Paul, 30323 N.C. 33 Hwy East, Aurora, N.C. 27806. Arrangements by Paul Funeral Home of Washington. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/14/2008 - 8/17/2008 Phelps, Rosiland P. Rosiland P. Phelps, 84, of New Bern, formerly of Nashville, Tenn., died Aug. 13 at the Courtyards at Berne Village. She is survived by her daughter, Judy Carol Windham of New Bern; one son, Randall Phelps of Mauston, Wis.; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, at Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens in Goodlettsville, Tenn. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 400 Oberlin Road, Suite 220, Raleigh, N.C. 27605. Local arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/14/2008 - 8/17/2008 Strickland, Carl G. SMITHFIELD - Carl G. Strickland, 88, of 613 North Street died in the Durham VA Hospital on Thursday, Aug. 14, following a brief illness. Carl was a native of Johnston County, a World War II veteran, and a former POW. He was also the last surviving charter member of the Smithfield VFW Post 5886. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, at Knollwood Memorial Park. Mr. Strickland was preceded in death by his parents, Crawford and Eva Wallace Strickland of Bentonville, and by his wife of 55 years, Ruth Barbour Strickland. He is survived by his sons, Rudy Strickland and wife, Linda, of Grifton and Dennis Strickland and fianc?, Pandora Dixon, of Cove City; grandchildren, Kevin Strickland of Georgia, Wendy Strickland of New Bern, and Lindy Strickland and fiance Lynn McCrystal of Greenville. He is also survived by his beloved sister, Pauline Stallings of Selma. Carl was much beloved by all who knew him and will be deeply missed. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday at Underwood Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the charity of your choice, or to the Smithfield VFW Post 5886. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.underwoodfh.com. Arrangements by Underwood Funeral Home. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/15/2008 - 8/18/2008 Willis, Lloyd Hardison Lloyd Hardison Willis, 79, of 420 Main St., Bayboro, died Wednesday, August 13, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. He owned and operated Willis Clover Farm for 35 years. He was a member of Arapahoe Free Will Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Amelia; two sons, Norman and Lloyd Jr., both of Bayboro; one brother, Morris Willis of Arapahoe; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 16, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Tommy Bulla and the Rev. Jerry English officiating. Interment will follow immediately in Paul Cemetery, Arapahoe. The family will receive friends from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home and other times at the home. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/15/2008 - 8/18/2008 Harvey, Tyrone Linell Tyrone Linell Harvey, 44, Vanceboro. Arrangements by Tri-County Funeral Services. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/16/2008 - 8/19/2008 Ortiz, Mabel Jurine Mabel Jurine Ortiz, 61, died Sunday, Aug. 10, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. She was born on June 10, 1947, to Lawrence L. and Palmira J. Saip. She is survived by her mother Palmira Saip of Topeka, Kan.; her daughters, Laura Thomas of Fort Leavenworth, Jurine Hess and Paula Thomas, both of New Bern,; her brother; Carl Ortiz of Topeka, Kan.; her sisters; Rose Martinez of Modesto Calif., Juanita Ortiz of Topeka, Kan., Palmira Papas of Topeka, Kan., Florence Felan of Kansas City, Kan., and Debbie Galvan of Kan.; and six grandchildren. There will be no services. Arrangements by Belden-Larkin Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/16/2008 - 8/19/2008 Stancil, Alice Ennis McLamb Raleigh - Alice Ennis McLamb Stancil, 86, died peacefully in her home on Thursday morning. She was a longtime resident of Raleigh and enjoyed her last year meeting new friends in New Bern at McCarthy Court for Senior Living. She was a gentle loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend and was loved by all she knew. A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held at Montlawn Memorial Park at 2 p.m. Sunday, August 17, 2008. The family will receive relatives and friends at Montlawn following the interment. Alice was born in Johnston County on March 16, 1922, to the late Lonnie Tiberius Ennis and Maude Parrish Ennis. In 1939, she was married to Bruce McLamb until his death in 1944. In 1946, she was married to James Willard Stancil until his death in December 2000. Alice is survived by her two sons and a daughter, Bruce C. McLamb and wife, Gail, of Durham; James Mark Stancil and wife, Laurie, of Zebulon; and Sue Anthony Stancil Deichmann and husband, George Lewis Deichmann III, of New Bern. Her grandchildren are Amanda Rosine Stancil of Raleigh, Jacob Stancil of Zebulon, Juna Clifton of Zebulon, and Gretchen Deichmann Leonard and husband, James Frederick Leonard, of New Bern. Her great-grandchildren are Victoria James Leonard and Marshall Frederick Leonard of New Bern. Alice is survived by her sister, Hazel Ennis Lee of Mebane, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Emily Iowa "Mac" Ennis McGee, in 2004 and by her brother, R.R. "Tom" Ennis, in 1987. Alice was a longtime member of Milner Memorial Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed spending time with family, being at home, and gardening. She enjoyed many friendships over the years in Raleigh and New Bern. The family would like to express special appreciation to the friends and staff at McCarthy Court for their kindness and support. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Milner Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1950 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh, N.C. 27610 or Hospice of Wake County, 1300 St. Mary's Street, Raleigh, N.C. 27605. Arrangements by Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, 831 Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/16/2008 - 8/19/2008 Thompson, Rev. William Samuel TRENTON - The Rev. William Samuel "Sam" Thompson, 57, died Thursday, Aug. 14, at Lenoir Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug 19, at Haw Branch AME Church in Richlands with the Rev. Ralph Thompson officiating. Burial will be in Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Thompson of the home; one daughter, Brigette Thompson of the home; two sons, Andre Thompson of Richlands and Samuel Thompson of the home; two sisters, Mildred Chadwick and Laura Lewis, both of Fayetteville; two brothers, Guy Thompson of Richlands and Ralph Thompson of Greenville, S.C.; and six grandchildren. Viewing will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, at Mills Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday the funeral home. Arrangements by Mills Funeral Home, Inc., Kinston. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/16/2008 - 8/19/2008 Tomblin, Cheryl Ann Cheryl Ann Tomblin, 42, of New Bern died Monday, August 11, at Pitt Memorial Hospital. She attended Broad Creek Christian Church. She is survived by her husband, Gary Clayton of New Bern; father, Bill Elliott; one son, Micheal Lee Tomblin of Olympia; one brother, Shep Pope Sr. of Reelsboro; two sisters, Mary Williams of Vanceboro and Kathryn Hancock of Bridgeton. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, August 18, at Bridgeton Cemetery with the Rev. Chuck Holton officiating. The family will receive friends following the service until 2 p.m. at Broad Creek Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Bryant Funeral Home, PO Box 99, Alliance, N.C. 28509. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations, Alliance. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/16/2008 - 8/19/2008 Baker, Debra Ann Wagner Debra Ann Wagner Baker, 54, of Aurora died Saturday, Aug. 16, at Craven Regional Medical Center. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlevoix, Mich. She is survived by her husband, Richard; one son, Matthew Baker of Aurora; one daughter, Jaime Perez of Aurora; and two grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, at Dublin Grove Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. John Carawan officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family asked that memorial contributions be made to Bryant Funeral Home, PO Box 99, Alliance, N.C. 28509. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations, Alliance. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/19/2008 - 8/22/2008 Bass, Martha Virginia Cutler Martha Virginia Cutler Bass, 81, of New Bern died August 17, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. She retired as a bank teller with Bank of America and she was a member of Temple Baptist Church for 50 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Lillian Cutler, one brother, Leonard Otis Cutler and her sister, Lola Moore. She is survived by her husband, Merrell Bass; three daughters, Cynthia Scott and husband, Leon, Martha Brinson and husband, Clem, all of New Bern, and Lynne Shirley and husband, Steve Shirley, of Beaufort, S.C.; grandchildren, Marie Scott and husband, Michael Garrett, Blair and Brooke Brinson, Ginny Black and husband, Gabe, Eddie Shirley and wife, Angela, and Daphne McCracken; great-grandchildren, Dylan Landry, Lila Black, Addison Shirley and Connor McCracken; and several loving nieces. Services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Cotten Chapel with Dr. Steve Cobb and the Rev. Joe Davis officiating. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6 to 7:30 tonight at Cotten Funeral Home. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Paid Obituary Golden, Frank Frank Golden, 45, of New Bern died Sunday, August 17, 2008. Frank was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, a graduate of New Bern High School Class of 1981, and an avid golfer. He was a loving father, son, and brother. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Pollock-Best Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Bill Wingard officiating. Burial will follow at Spring Garden Baptist Church Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Carla W. Golden of New Bern; daughter, Brandi Danielle Golden of Raleigh; son, Clifton Grant Golden of New Bern; mother, Mary G. Golden of New Bern; father, Bill Golden of New Bern; sister, Tiffiney Golden Miller of New Bern; maternal grandmother, Ada Lee Gilbert of Jackson, S.C.; paternal grandmother, Willie Nell Whisenant of Aiken, S.C.; niece, Charlee Kathleen Miller of New Bern; and nephew, Robert James Miller of New Bern. He was preceded in death by his brother, Franky Golden, and his grandfathers. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to assist the family. Anyone wishing to sign the online guestbook is invited to do so by visiting www.pollockbest.com. Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/19/2008 - 8/22/2008 McKeithan Jr., Walter Walter McKeithan Jr., 82, of 140 Hyman Road died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. He was a veteran of World War II and was formerly employed with Bosch Power Tools. He was a member and former deacon of Rio Grande Missionary Baptist Church. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Rio Grande Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Marcus Miller officiating. Burial will be in the McKeithan Family Cemetery with military honors. He is survived by his eight sons, James McKeithen, William McKeithen, Nelson McKeithen, Bobby McKeithen, Lester McKeithen, Walter McKeithen III, Michael McKeithen and Michael Rivers, all of New Bern; three daughters, Ida Williams and Gloria Cherry, both of New Bern, and Dollie Washington of Dover. Del; 24 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and seven great- great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the residence. Viewing will be at Oscar's Mortuary Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and at the church an hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/19/2008 - 8/22/2008 Rash, Michael Craig Michael Craig Rash, 58, of New Bern,died August 17, 2008, at his home. He was a 1976 graduate of UNC Chapel Hill School of Pharmacy. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a communications specialist, and he loved golf, traveling and dabbling with electronics and computers. He is survived by his wife, Ann Wilson Rash, and his mother, Marjorie Rash, both of New Bern; one daughter, Stephanie Ann Rash of Claremont, N.C.; two brothers, John L. Rash and wife, Carolyn, of Reidsville, N.C.; Robert L. Rash Jr. and wife, Tonie, of Whittsett, N.C.; one granddaughter, his pride and joy, Hayleigh Rash, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, August 21, 2008, at Cotten Chapel with the Rev. Mike Barnhill officiating. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the funeral home and other times at the residence. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Craven County Home Health and Hospice, P. O. Drawer 12610, New Bern, N.C. 28561 or to: American Cancer Society, 930 B Wellness Drive, Greenville, N.C. 27834. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/19/2008 - 8/22/2008 Ruffin, Ruby F. Ruby F. Ruffin, age 83, of Havelock died Sunday at her residence in the Clubfoot Creek community. Funeral services will be held at 11 Thursday morning, August 21, at First Baptist Church, 111 Hollywood Blvd., Havelock, with the Rev. Dr. Don Hadley officiating, followed by entombment at Forest Oaks Memorial Gardens, 908 Lake Road, Havelock. She is survived by four sons, Mark and his wife, Patti, of San Antonio, Texas, Mack and his wife, Debby, of Hope Mills, N.C., David and his wife, Deborah, of Havelock, N.C., Gregg and his wife, Martha, of Havelock; four grandsons, Jason and Matthew of Hope Mills, Andrew and Carson of Havelock; three granddaughters, Amanda, Carley and Avery of Havelock; one great-granddaughter, Aubrey Kay of Havelock; one great-grandson, Cayden David of Havelock; and one sister, Gladys Rivenbark of Burgaw, N.C. A visitation will be from 9:45 to 10:45 Thursday morning at First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 111 Hollywood Blvd, Havelock, N.C. 28532. Woodbridge Funeral Home assisted the family with the arrangements. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/19/2008 - 8/22/2008 Shivar, Larry Dale Larry Dale Shivar, 55, formerly of New Bern, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 17, 2008, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. This life traveled many paths. An undying love of Allison and Derrick, enjoyment at the sound of Jimi Hendricks. The sight of a lone egret at the water's edge brought pure delight. A glance of the ocean, a pelican skimming the water, a shiny '69 Camaro or an old friend provided sincere pleasure. A cigarette in one hand and a Diet Pepsi in the other, the anticipation of consuming oysters and the feel of the sand would inspire genuine comfort. An enthusiastic devotion of sports was the norm, even a foxtrot or two. Attending a NASCAR event was priceless. I will miss you, my knight. My heart will always embrace our days together. Convey to me the wonders of Heaven. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be sent to The Dale Jr. Foundation, PO Box 330, Mooresville, N.C. 28115. The family will receive friends at Larry's home from 2:00-5 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2008. National Cremation Society is assisting the family. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/19/2008 - 8/22/2008 • Truitt, Emily Emily "Ms. Em" Truitt was born March 7, 1929, to George Arnold and Leona Crocker Arnold in Weldon, Texas. Ms. Em, 79 of Van Vleck, formerly of Brazoria, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2008, at Matagorda House?The Legacy Campus in Bay City, Texas. She was a dispatcher for the West Columbia Police Department for over 16 years. She enjoyed crocheting and tending to her roses. Her cooking skills were famous around the police department, especially when she brought in her "King Ranch Chicken" for all of the staff. Ms. Em was a very special and kind person. She will be missed by all her knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Emerald "Buddy" Truitt. She is survived by her sons, George Truitt and wife, Valeria, of New Bern, North Carolina, Jerry Truitt of Alvin, Texas, and Charles Truitt and wife, Terrie, of Milano, Texas; daughter, Debbie Stewart and husband, Bud, of Van Vleck; sister, Rosalee Turk of Brazoria; four brothers-in-law; four sisters-in-law; 21 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild and other relatives and friends. A memorial service was held at 10 a.m., Monday, August 11, at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria, Texas, with Christie Dement officiating. Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria, Texas. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/19/2008 - 8/22/2008 Williams, Albert Kevin Albert Kevin Williams, 53, of New Bern died August 17, 2008, at home. He is survived by his son, the Rev. Joseph Kevin Williams of New Bern; one daughter, Patricia Kay Williams of Bridgeton; one brother, Agnew Mott Williams Jr., and his sister, Hallie Williams, both of Vanceboro; and two grandchildren, Joseph Kevin Williams Jr. and Justin Kevin Williams. Services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, at Bridgeton Pentecostal Holiness Church with Rev. Kenneth Dixon and the Rev. Joseph Williams officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Bridgeton Cemetery. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Paid Obituary Cobb, Joyce Marie Mattocks BAYBORO - Joyce Marie Mattocks Cobb, 74, of 304 N. Third St. died Saturday, Aug. 16, at Craven Regional Medical Center. Joyce was a 1954 graduate of Pamlico County Training School, a former employee of Sound Packing Company and a retiree of Britthaven of Pamlico. She was a life member of Zion Hill Christian Church. Her funeral will be held at noon Friday, Aug. 22, at Zion Hill Christian Church with the Rev. James Ingram officiating. Burial will be in the Jones family cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Darryl Cobb of Hoffman and Dwayne Cobb of Bayboro; four brothers, Earl Mattocks and Walter Mattocks, both of the Florence community, John Mattocks of Virginia Beach, Va., and James Mattocks of Blounts Creek; one sister, Clara Neeley of Alexandria, Va.; and three grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the home of Walter and Lois Mattocks, 1757 Whortonsville Road, in the Florence community. Viewing will be at Oscar's Mortuary from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and at the church one hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/20/2008 - 8/23/2008 De Young Jr., Richard C. Richard C. De Young Jr., 85, of River Bend passed away August 18, 2008. Born February 16, 1923, in Paterson, New Jersey, Mr. De Young served in the elite First Special Service Force, a precursor to modern Special Forces operations. He was a veteran of campaigns in the Aleutian Islands, North Africa, Italy, France, Germany and Norway, being awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star with two oak leaf clusters, Purple Heart with two oak leaf clusters, Presidential Unit Citation and decorated for heroism by King Olaf of Norway. An honors graduate of Stevens Institute of Technology and Oak Ridge National Laboratories, Mr. De Young was a career member of the Federal Senior Executive Service and division director of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, receiving upon retirement a personal commendation from President Reagan. Thereafter, Mr. De Young engaged in international consultations in the areas of nuclear safety and management. Mr. De Young was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the Man-to-Man Cancer Support Group. He is survived by his wife, son, daughter-in-law, two sisters and many nieces and nephews. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Craven Regional Medical Center, the American Cancer Society or the New Bern Public Library. Those who desire to sign the online guestbook or send a message of condolence to family may visit www.pollockbest.com. Arrangements by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/20/2008 - 8/23/2008 • Hill, Clidie Clidie Hill, 88, Vanceboro. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/20/2008 - 8/23/2008 Minniti, Grady A. Grady A. "Rick" Minniti, 61, a former resident of Beaufort County, died Thursday, Aug.14, 2008, in Ocklawaha, Fla. A memorial service will be held at noon Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, at Warren Memorial Cemetery with Steven Ipock officiating. He worked in construction for a number of years and he served in the United States Air Force. He is survived by his two children, Richard Minniti of Pikeville and Dawn Minniti Cornelius of Blount's Creek, and three grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Paul Funeral Home of Washington. Smith Jr., Reece Reece Smith Jr. 72, of Grantsboro died Sunday, Aug. 17, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital. He was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at Bridgeton Cemetery with the Rev. Kenneth Dixon officiating. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor McDowell of Grantsboro; a stepson of Bridgeton; and one sister, Lillie Mae Davis. The family will receive friends at Pollock-Best Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Arrangements by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/20/2008 - 8/23/2008 Tillman, Jack Carswell Jack Carswell Tillman, 82, of New Bern died August 17, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. Mr. Tillman retired from MCAS, Cherry Point, N.C. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Tillman; one son, Jack C. "Jay" Tillman and wife, Lee, of Oriental, N.C.; his stepdaughter, Pamela Putnam and husband, Edward, of Rocky Mount, N.C.; three sisters, Velva Burroughs of Havelock, N.C.; Terry Walker of New Bern, N.C.; Donna Gordon of Newport, N.C.; and two grandchildren, Joshua Joseph Tillman of Oriental, N.C.; and Catherine Carter Godwin of Wilson, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 22, 2008, at Cotten Chapel. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/20/2008 - 8/23/2008 Willis, Leah Dee Leah Dee Willis, 88, of Morehead City died Aug.16 at Somerset Court in Newport. She was a member of Parkview Baptist Church in Morehead City and a former member of Colony Baptist Church in New Bern. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 22, at Bay View Cemetery with the Rev. Lewis Sanderford officiating. She is survived by one son, Raymond "Bitsy" Willis and wife, Frieda Lewis Willis, of Morehead City; one daughter, Betty W. Prudner and husband, Jim Prudner, of Norfolk, Va.; one sister, Ruby Garner of New Bern; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Liberty Home Care & Hospice, 1206 Arendell Street, Morehead City, N.C. 28557. Arrangements by Brooks Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Morehead City. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/20/2008 - 8/23/2008 Bell Sr., John Clarence John Clarence "Chicken" Bell Sr., 72, of 1703 Hazel Ave., New Bern, died Aug. 16 at his residence. His funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, in Marshall Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Midway Park, with the Rev. William C. Jones and the Rev. Carlos R. Bell officiating. Burial will follow in the Parker family cemetery in Midway Park. He was a graduate of Georgetown High School and N.C. A & T State University, where he received his degree in engineering. He was previously employed with Bell and Sons Auto Body, Public Service Co., and Johnny B. Good Trucking. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Vivian Annette Bell of the home; four sons, Carlos Bell of Dallas, Texas, Keith Bell and John Bell Jr., both of Denver, Colo., and Armond Bell of New Bern; four daughters, Denise Bell and Olivia Bell, both of Denver, Colo., Etta Coston of Jacksonville and Deidree Williams of Durham; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Visitation will be held 6 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, at Morgan Funeral Home, Inc., 150 Williamsburg Parkway, Jacksonville, and at the church one hour prior to the service. The family will receive friends at the residence. Arrangements by Morgan Funeral Home, Inc., Jacksonville. George, Dale C. Dale C. George, 50, Havelock. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/21/2008 - 8/24/2008 Hall, Laura Mae RICHLANDS - Laura Mae Hall, 83, of 201 S. Onslow St. died Saturday, Aug. 16, at Craven Regional Medical Center. Her funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Haw Branch AME Church in Richlands with Janice Brown officiating. Burial will be in Cypress Creek Cemetery. She is survived by three daughters, Sarah McCall, Janice Green and Diane Staten, all of Richlands; four sons, Johnny Hall and Stevie Hall, both of Kinston, and Earl Hall and Moses Hall, both of Richlands; 33 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren. Viewing will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday at Mills Funeral Home, Inc. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at St. Mary Holy Church, Comfort. Arrangements by Mills Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/21/2008 - 8/24/2008 Logan, Mary Daniels Mary Daniels Logan, 83, died Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Calvary Episcopal Church in Tarboro, N.C. Burial will follow at 3:30 p.m. in the New Bern Memorial Cemetery, New Bern. Mrs. Logan was born in New Bern, N.C., on December 29, 1924. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Daniels of New Bern. Mrs. Logan graduated from New Bern High School and attended Peace College in Raleigh. Her warmth, love, and smile will forever be in the hearts and souls of those who knew and loved her. She was the loving wife of Conrad Logan; loving mother of daughters, Charlotte Markey of Atlanta, Ga., Dr. Nan Jones of New York City, and Caroline Kawana of Locust Hill, Va.; and son, Wyatt S. Jones and his wife, Nancy J. Jones, of Braselton, Ga.; stepmother of Eleanor L. Williams Thompson of Harrisburg, N.C., Joseph Conrad Logan of Philadelphia, Pa., and Jane and Dan Sellers of Raleigh, N.C.; cherished grandmother to Lee Ann Lynn, Tiffany Gamel, Scott Jones, Emily Holcomb, Cameron, Seth, and Savannah Kawana, Parker Logan, Julie Williams, and Travis and Kelly Logan; and great-grandmother to Reagan Williams. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Calvary Episcopal Church, 411 E. St. James St., Tarboro, N.C. 27886. Arrangements by Carlisle Funeral Home, Inc. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/21/2008 - 8/24/2008 McKeithan Jr., Walter Walter McKeithan Jr., 82, of 140 Hyman Road died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. He was a veteran of World War II and was formerly employed with Bosch Power Tools. He was a member and former deacon of Rio Grande Missionary Baptist Church. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Rio Grande Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Marcus Miller officiating. Burial will be in the McKeithan Family Cemetery with military honors. He is survived by his eight sons, James McKeithen, William McKeithen, Nelson McKeithen, Bobby McKeithen, Lester McKeithen, Walter McKeithen III, Michael McKeithen and Michael Rivers, all of New Bern; three daughters, Ida Williams and Gloria Cherry, both of New Bern, and Dollie Washington of Dover. Del; 24 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and seven great- great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the residence. Viewing will be at Oscar's Mortuary Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and at the church an hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/19/2008 - 8/22/2008 Minor, Barrie S. SEA LEVEL - Barrie S. Minor, 85, a resident of Snug Harbor on Nelson Bay, formerly of New Bern, N.C., and Atlanta, Ga., died Sunday, August 18, 2008. He was born on February 20, 1923, in Miami, Fla., to the late Frederick S. and May Howes Minor. Mr. Minor was an alumnus of the University of Miami in Miami, Florida, where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Social Fraternity. He was a career civil service employee, beginning as an auditor with the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO), then later with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, from which he retired, having worked at both the Atlanta, Ga., HUD Regional Office and the Washington, D.C., office. During World War II, Mr. Minor served in the 291st Infantry Regiment, 75th Division and, later, retired from the United States Army Reserve with the rank of colonel. Inurnment will be at Arlington National Cemetery. He is survived by his son, Matthew H. Minor and his wife, Caroline, and grandchildren, William H. Minor of Auburn, Ala., Thomas L. Minor of Blacksburg, Va., Katherine Anne Minor and Mary Elizabeth Minor, both of Virginia Beach, Va. Mr. Minor is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth M. Minor. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 434 Fayetteville Street Mall, Two Hanover Square, Suite 1600, Raleigh, N.C. 2760 Arrangements by Brooks Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Morehead City, North Carolina. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/21/2008 - 8/24/2008 Rapson, Chester Gordon Chester Gordon Rapson, 79, of New Bern died Aug. 7, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Helen Rapson; three sons, Kevin Rapson of Tennessee, Kenneth Rapson of Derry, N.H., and Jay Rapson of Pepperell, Mass.; stepchildren, David Mills of New Bern and Barbara Blaisdell of Roseville; one brother, Warren Rapson of Medway, Mass.; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, at Trinity United Methodist Church with the Rev. Charlene Pierce-Guider officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 3015 S. Memorial Drive, Suite A, Greenville, N.C. 27834 or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/21/2008 - 8/24/2008 Warren, Vina Hill Mrs. Vina Hill Warren, 92, a former resident of Blounts Creek, died Tuesday, Aug. 19, at Britthaven Nursing Home of Washington. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Ephesus Free Will Baptist Church in Blounts Creek with Melvin Haas officiating. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery of Washington. She was born in Beaufort County on May 4, 1916. She was a homemaker and a member of Ephesus Free Will Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Russell Warren and his wife, Phyllis, of Blounts Creek; two daughters, Frances Warren Forrest of Vanceboro and Betty Jean Waters and her husband, Russell, of Washington; a brother, Lester Hill of Blounts Creek; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and at other times at each of the children's homes in Blounts Creek, Vanceboro and Washington. Arrangements by Paul Funeral Home of Washington. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/21/2008 - 8/24/2008 Carawan, Alma Whealton Alma Whealton Carawan, 96, of Vandemere died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008. She is survived by three daughters, Barbara C. Alfred of Stonewall, Mona C. Lupton of Kinston and Judy C. Foy of Jamestown, S.C.; three sons, Henry A. Carawan of Albertson, Barry K. Carawan of Alliance, and Russell Dale Carawan of Vandemere; 15 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24, at Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with D.J. Maxey and Jason Kirkman officiating. A private burial in Bay Creek Christian Church Cemetery will follow. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the funeral home until 4:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Bay Creek Christian Church c/o Sammie Leary, 190 Airstrip Road, Bayboro, N.C. 28515. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home and Cremations, Alliance. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/22/2008 - 8/25/2008 Nassef, Patrick Lee WINTERVILLE - Mr. Patrick Lee "Pat" Nassef, 57, died Friday, August 22, 2008. A graveside service will be held Monday at 2:30 p.m. in the New Bern Memorial Cemetery. Mr. Nassef, a native of Craven County, had been a resident of Pitt County for the past 20 years. He was a graduate of Pamlico High School and Holden Tech., of Raleigh. For 15 years he was employed with Texas Gulf, and most recently was employed with DSM. Pat was an avid golf player and was a member of the Maccripines Country Club in Macclesfield. He had played in golf tournaments like the Code Blue Foundation that helps kids attend North Carolina State University and that bring fire awareness to college campuses. He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Bertha Dixon Nassef. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Linda Ipock Nassef; daughter, Tina Marie Nassef of Roanoke, Va.; son, Patrick Lee Nassef Jr. of Winterville; sisters, Phyllis Shuffler of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Debbie Britt of New Bern; and brother, Philip Nassef Jr. of Chocowinity. The family will receive friends Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home in Greenville, and other times at the home. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home in Greenville. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/23/2008 - 8/26/2008 Kunkel, Michael Lee Michael Lee Kunkel, 56, beloved son of Joan and Earl Kunkel of Fairfield Harbour, passed away late Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008 at his parents' home, where he has resided since he was diagnosed with terminal metastic cancer in January 2002. Michael's early life was full of joy and happiness and a bit of being a little bit famous. He was well-known and a much sought-after athlete, especially in baseball. He was not only a commanding and fearless catcher, but he was truly blessed with ambidexterity. His 6-foot-4 frame and strength brought people to their feet when he came to bat - either left or right handedly - as the team's cleanup batter. He was about to get his first offer when, in 1968, Mike and his two older brothers all quit school and enlisted to serve in the Vietnam War. His older brother, Paul, was in the Marine Corps and assigned to serve in Vietnam. His oldest brother, Ron, was in the Army and assigned to serve as a tank commander at Fort Knox. Michael was in the Army and sent to Germany to serve with the Corps of Engineers there. It was there Michael literally fell in love with dirt, rocks, sides of steep hills, heavy earth-moving equipment and, most of all, tower cranes. He said once he felt he had been sent to heaven. Naturally, after his discharge, such became his trade - a supervisor laughingly told Mike's dad one day: "Take any machine they make, put Mike on it, and he can remove the print from a newspaper." Michael is survived by the "best part of my life," two daughters, Krysta Marie Jones, her Nick and their toddler daughter, Payton, the image of her grandfather, who live in Charlotte Hall, Md.; his youngest daughter, Alyssa Michele, and her husband, Raymond Williams, who live in Crofton, Md. with their two little girls, Julianna and Tatalia. Michael was preceded in death by his older brother, Paul, who was lost at sea sailing his 38-foot endeavor "The Leslie" somewhere off the coast of Florida. No trace of the boat or its captain has ever been found. Mike is survived by a very large and close-knit family. Therefore, 17 of his "buddy cousins" will have to remain nameless here. But he is survived by two brothers and two sisters and their families, R.E. Kunkel III, his Claire and their daughter, Olivia, who live in Weston, Fla.; his brother, John Adam, his Kathy and their two daughters, Alexandra and Jessica, who the family calls "the walking brain." Alexandra attends her father's alma mater, Elon College. She finished her freshman year with a 3.5 GPA and was on the dean's list. John's family lives in Annapolis, Md. Mike is also survived by his brother Paul's family, Eileen Thomas and their daughter, Leslie Marie. They live in North Palm Beach, Fla. Michael's two sisters, both the younger of four brothers, are Laura Mapleton Ford, her mate Glenn S. Ford, their three children Adam, Sarah and Jacob. They live in Pittsburgh, Pa., where their business, Allegheny Textile Inc., is based. Adam recently graduated from Penn State, earned his Phi Beta Kappa and is pursuing his master's in economics there. The youngest sister of all is Claudia Anne Hollis, her husband, Rex (R.E. Hollis Jr.) and their two daughters, Kate and Rachel Elizabeth (R.E. Hollis III). Kate will attend Elon College this fall. She earned her Phi Beta Kappa this past year and is a skilled soccer player. Rachel seems to have inherited her uncle Mike's baseball talent. Family to Mike included many people because he truly loved people. But part of the immediate family is Carolyn Wynne, Sylvia Wynne and Rory - all of whom gave him undying support, encouragement and family love. They played a large part in prolonging his life. He is survived by his "second mother, Aunt Mimi," Marie Mapleton, who cared for him deeply all his life; his aunt Pat, Patricia McIntosh, who wrote him a letter every week for six years; and his caring and concerned "uncle Bob," Dr. F.A. Mapleton, all of whom live in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; his uncle Ed Kunkel of Knoxville, Tenn.; and last, but not least, his real buddy in life, Col. Russell Kunkel and his Brenda, who live in Tampa, Fla. A memorial service was held Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008 in Silver Spring, Md. Interment will be held at a later date at the Kunkel and Mapleton grave sites at Woodlawn Cemetery in Miami, Fla. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Services of Wilmington took care of Michael's remains, where he was given his veterans' American flag. The extended Kunkel and Mapleton family want to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Philip Bounous, Betty and their staff for all they did for both Michael and his family; Dr. Patrick Walsh and his staff, who gave Michael encouragement, care and great patience; Dr. Cho, who took his time and care to give Michael great encouragement; Mary of Community Hospice; and Rosemary and the staff at Liberty Hospice, who attended to Michael so professionally. Mike asked that all those who want to send a remembrance of any kind send a small contribution to Merci Clinic, Tatum Drive, New Bern, NC 28560 or do something for the homeless on our streets. Mike wants to tell all cancer patients he was given six to eight months to live seven years ago. He wants to tell you to go on actively living life, not cancer. Keep your life busy, and full and each morning and each night ask St. Jude to help you live one more day. God bless you all. Paid obituary To sign our guestbook, go to www.newbernsj.com. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/24/2008 - 8/27/2008 McWatters, Helen J. Helen J. McWatters, 88, Havelock. Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals & Cremations. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/24/2008 - 8/27/2008 Powell, Gladys M. Gladys M. Powell, 82, of New Bern, died Aug. 21, 2008 at home. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas M. Powell. She is survived by her son, Michael Powell, and wife, Kimberly, of Mechanicsville, Md.; one daughter, Karen Smith, and husband, Dave, of Chesterfield, Va.; her brother, Walter Stoner, and wife, America, of Whites Ferry, Md.; sister, Jackie Sanders, of Latroube, Pa.; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at?St. Paul Catholic Church, with Father Ernest J. Ruede officiating. A reception will be held at the church following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: St. Paul Catholic Church Education Center, 3505 Country Club Road, New Bern, NC 28562 or Craven County Home Health & Hospice, P. O. Box 12610, New Bern, NC 28561. Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory. Paid obituary To sign our guestbook, go to www.newbernsj.com. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/24/2008 - 8/27/2008 Rosnek, George M. George M. Rosnek, 80, of Oriental died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Frances Rosnek, two stepsons, Stephen Morris of New Jersey and Marvin Morris of Semora; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Bryant Funeral Home in Alliance. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pamlico County Rescue Squad, Oriental United Methodist Church building fund or a favorite charity. Arrangements are by Bryant Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/24/2008 - 8/27/2008 Vatz, Isabelle Freid Isabelle Freid Vatz of Charlotte, formerly of Weldon, New Bern and Raleigh, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2008. She was born on June 28, 1916 in Weldon and was nearly 92 years old. Mrs. Vatz was the daughter of Russian immigrants who instilled their appreciation of U.S. freedom. She attended Meredith College in Raleigh and Women's College (now UNCG) in Greensboro. She worked during World War II as a FBI fingerprint analyst and married Harry Louis Vatz in 1947, who was the love of her life and with whom she spent 42 wonderful years. The two were partners in their store, The Fashion Center, a ladies clothing store, in downtown New Bern, for nearly 40 years. Their success was partially due to the fact that they strongly believed the "customer was always right." She was very committed to her community and various fund-raising and civic efforts. Mrs. Vatz was very involved in Temple B'Nai Sholem in New Bern, where she served in numerous leadership and teaching positions and Temple Emanu-El in Weldon. She was also elected to many leadership roles in Hadassah, a womens' Zionist organization, and Eastern Star. Mrs. Vatz was also active in the USO and the Chrysanthemum Festival at Tryon Palace in New Bern. She will be remembered for many qualities and deeds. Some of these include her loving devotion and dedication to her family and her faith in God and Jewish causes. Isabelle was also known for her generosity and altruism, her gregarious manner and her elegant tastes in apparel. She had a marvelous sense of humor, a quick wit and had a knack for telling stories and giving advice to anyone who would listen. She was certainly blessed with a gift of "gab." Isabelle was quite adventurous and went on her first whitewater rafting trip out west when she was in her early 80s and also traveled extensively around the world with her husband and lifelong friends. She was always interested in learning and improving herself and enjoyed the arts. Another one of her favorite past times was reading, and she was very informed about current events. After growing up in the retail business and owning a store for most of her life, she thoroughly enjoyed many shopping adventures every place she visited. She spent many long hours maintaining her yard on Tryon Road. Isabelle had very traditional values but, on the other hand, was a woman ahead of her times. She was very young at heart and believed that hard work, perseverance and kindness towards others was the key to personal success. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her. Mrs. Vatz was preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Rosa Freid; her beloved husband, Harry Louis Vatz; her sisters, Josephine "Fennie" Freid, Lillian Freid Bloom and Florence Freid Coblenz; her brother, Harry Hubert Freid; her sisters-in-law, Evelyn Freid, Ethel Vatz, Ida Vatz Brody, Betty Vatz and Bessie Berman; her brothers-in-law, Mac Bloom, Filmore Coblenz, Benjamin Vatz, Oscar Vatz, Julian Vatz, Jake Brody, and Louis Berman; and a nephew, Howard Bloom. Mrs. Vatz is survived by her daughter, Jane Vatz Abel, of Charlotte; her son and daughter-in-law, Morris Freid Vatz and Mary Fox, of Ellicott City, Md.; her grandchildren, Alissa Abel, Naomi Abel McGinnis and Jeff McGinnis of Charlotte; Cristy, Lester, Celia and Lydia Jones, Lisa, Mark, Simon, and Max Arbareri of Columbia, Md.; and David and Eleanor Fox of Alexandria, Va. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews: Mimi, David, Kevin and Mitchell Cook of Raleigh; Debbie, Bob, Haley, and Mollie Cowen of Wilmington; Danny, Nancy, Philip, Stacie, Eli, Craig, Erica, Max, Sam and Ben Coblenz of Charlotte; Dr. Ted and Susan Farber of Bethesda, Md.; Lisa Farber of Silver Spring, Md.; Sandie Farber of Columbia, Md.; Leslie Farber of New York City; Helen Bloom of Jackson; Joel Vatz of Chapel Hill; Alex Vatz of Irvine, Calif.; Robert Vatz, Debbie Moose, Carol Vatz and Joel, Anna, and Jacob Rosch of Raleigh; Dr. Andy and Jo Lawton, Nick and Elizabeth Lawton, of Little Rock, Ark.; Joyce and Lester Goldberg of Palm Beach, Fla.; Dr. Jim and Meg Umlas of Boston, Mass.; and Abbe and Ross Groffman of Palm Beach, Fla. She and her family appreciate the love and support given by her private caregivers, Kushida Bell and Pam Robinson. The family would also like to thank the staff at Sunrise on Providence for their kind and compassionate care over the past years in addition to Hospice and Palliative Care for their exemplary assistance. Funeral services were held at Wrenn, Clarke & Hagan Funeral Home, and interment followed at Cedarwood Cemetery in Roanoke Rapids. Memorial contributions can be made to Temple B'Nai Sholem in New Bern or the Raleigh Chapter of Hadassah, 6321 Therfield Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614, or the charity of choice. Paid obituary To sign our guestbook, go to www.newbernsj.com. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/24/2008 - 8/27/2008 Aug 25 Bonar, Virginia Lee Osborne KINSTON, N.C. - Virginia Lee Osborne Bonar, 61, of Turnage Drive in Kinston passed away on Saturday morning, August 23, 2008 at Pitt Memorial Hospital in Greenville, N.C. She was born August 12, 1947 in Lee County, Virginia to Henry S. Osborne and wife, Lydia Marie Bradshaw Osborne. She graduated from Louise Obici School of Nursing in Virginia as a registered nurse and also attended East Carolina University in Greenville, N.C. where she obtained her Bachelors of Science and Masters Degree in Nursing. She worked for a short while at Pitt Memorial Hospital and then worked at the Lenoir County Health Department for 25 years. The last eight years she served as Director of Nursing. She continued to work part-time after retiring in January 2008. She was a volunteer with the American Red Cross for many years and also a member of the Kinston Woman's Club and the Neuse Quilt Guild. She was an avid quilter, knitter and also enjoyed her ceramics, most of which she gave away to friends and those in need. But, most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family, including her two grandchildren, Matthew and Haley. She was a strong advocate for the education on lead poisoning in children and taught many seminars to fellow health providers. She worked with the Legislature and was instrumental in passing lead laws as it pertains to lead poisoning in North Carolina. She was honored by the Eastern District of N.C. Public Health Association in 1986 with the "Outstanding Individual Achievement Award" for her contributions and service to the state of North Carolina. Survivors include her husband, Fred of 40 years; two daughters, Heather B. Riggs and husband Edward Riggs, Jr., of Alliance, N.C. and Laura Ann Heckman and husband, Matthew Heckman of New Bern, N.C.; three brothers, Donald Osborne of Texas, and Jack and John Osborne of Virginia; two grandchildren, Matthew Madore of New Bern and Haley Riggs of Alliance. Visitation was at Howard Carter Funeral Home on Sunday, August 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. Graveside services will be held at Pinelawn Memorial Park on Monday, August 25 at 10 a.m. Services will be conducted by Rev. Willis Pearson. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society at 930?B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834 or to the National Autism Association for Research at 1330 W. Schalz Lane, Nixa, MO 65714. Arrangements by Howard Carter Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/25/2008 - 8/28/2008 Koger, Toney C. Toney C. Koger, 62, New Bern. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/25/2008 - 8/28/2008 Haner, Ruth May McSorley Ruth May McSorley Haner, 85 of New Bern, died August 24, 2008, at home. She was a lifetime member of St. Paul Catholic Church, a member of Daughters of American Revolution, Shrinette's, Catholic Daughters and Eucharistic Minister. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles James and Myrtle McSorley Jr., and three brothers, Charles J. McSorley III, Albert T. McSorley Sr. and John F. McSorley Sr. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, David W. Haner Sr.; her daughter, Patricia Haner Barnett and husband, Jim, of Lancaster, S.C.; two sons, David W. Haner Jr. and wife, Carolyn, of New Bern, Joseph M. Haner Sr. and wife, Ellen, of Salisbury, N.C.; five grandchildren, Michelle Richards, Monica Kirby, Joseph M. Haner Jr., Amanda H. Higgins, and Maria Adkins; eight great-grandchildren, Joseph McKenna, Megan Haner, Emily Richards, Kinsey Haner, Quentin Haner, Zoe and Logan Kirby and Caroline Higgins; two brothers, M. J. McSorley and wife, Delores, of Rocky Mount, N.C., and M. L. McSorley and wife, Carol, of Morehead City, N.C. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 27, 2008, at St. Paul Catholic Church with Father Ernest Ruede officiating. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 to 8 at Cotten Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials made to made to: Hospice 3HC 204 Main St. Maysville, N.C. 28555. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/26/2008 - 8/29/2008 Thigpen, Bruce Edward Bruce Edward Thigpen, a resident of the Courtyards at Berne Village, New Bern, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2008. A graveside service will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Greenwood Cemetery in Greenville. Born on September 7, 1922, Mr. Thigpen grew up and lived most of his life in Greenville. He worked for J A Collins Furniture Company until 1960 when he went into business for himself, establishing the Bruce E. Thigpen Furniture Company. He retired in 1997. Mr. Thigpen was an active member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Luther Thigpen Sr., three brothers and three sisters. He is survived by his: wife of 65 years, Ila Lynn Thigpen, also of the Courtyards at Berne Village; only child, Brenda Thigpen Redd and husband, Steve, of New Bern; grandchildren, William Redd of Wilmington and Heather Burnett and husband, Sean, of Hope Mills; and one great-grandchild, Jenny Burnett of Hope Mills. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home and Crematory, Greenville. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/26/2008 - 8/29/2008 Moye, Helen Flowers TRENTON - Helen Flowers Moye, 57, of Trenton passed away on Monday, August 25, 2008. Helen was born in Lenoir County on May 8, 1951, to Hilda Pollock Flowers and the late Winfield Carl Flowers Jr. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her sister, Nancy Strawbridge. She was a member of Southwood Memorial Christian Church, where she was a choir member and also served as past co-chairman of the Evangelism Committee. Survivors include her husband, Ricky Moye of the home; daughter, Michelle Moye Basden and husband, George, of Trenton; grandchildren, Tyler Basden and Ashlynn Basden; mother, Hilda Pollock Flowers of Trenton; brother, Neal Flowers of Kinston; nieces and nephews, Eric Moye, Hunter Moye, Tina Kinard, Gary Strawbridge, Kristi Strawbridge, Taylor Flowers, Johnathan Flowers, and Allyson Flowers; and brothers-in-law, Jimmy Moye and Ike Strawbridge. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, August 27, 2008, at Southwood Memorial Christian Church and other times, at the home. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, August 28, 2008, at the church with the Reverend Rick Vernon officiating. Burial will follow at the Baker Family Cemetery, Strawberry Branch Road, Kinston. Memorials may be made to Southwood Memorial Christian Church, 1027 Hwy 58 South, Kinston, N.C. 28504 or to Kitty Askins Hospice Center, 107 Handley Park Court, Goldsboro, N.C. 27534. Arrangements by Howard-Carter Funeral Home. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/27/2008 - 8/30/2008 Olkowski, Aileen Goodwin HAVELOCK - Aileen Goodwin Olkowski was the daughter of the late Dennis and Dolly Goodwin of Cedar Island. She was born July 2, 1921. Mrs. Olkowski was a graduate of City Memorial Hospital Training School for Nurses, Winston-Salem, N.C., on May 12, 1943. She practiced nursing at Craven County Hospital in New Bern, N.C. and Morehead City Hospital in Morehead City, N.C. She also spent many years performing private duty and volunteer nursing. She and her late husband, Steve, were early members of the Cherry Point United Methodist Church. She was devoted to the church and active in the choir and women's group until her stroke in December 2000. She will be remembered fondly for her exemplary cooking talents and generous contributions to countless potlucks and family gatherings. She is survived by four sons, Stephen Olkowski Jr. and wife, Betsy, of New Bern, Ronnie Olkowski and wife, Linda, of Carolina Pines, John Olkowski and wife, Kathy, of Newport, N.C., and Kevin Olkowski and wife, Renee, of Newport, N.C. She was blessed with eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Norma Goodwin Boyd of Morehead City, and her brother, Leonard Goodwin of Sea Level. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Steve Olkowski. Also preceding her were three sisters, Ada Goodwin Fratzke, Christine Goodwin Sondej and June Goodwin Jones, and four brothers, Milton Goodwin, Dallas Goodwin, Ronald Goodwin and Dennis Milton Goodwin, III. The viewing will be on Wednesday, August 27, 7-8 p.m., at Cherry Point Methodist Church, 103 Methodist Drive, Havelock, N.C. 28532. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at Cherry Point United Methodist Church on Thursday, August 28, at 2 p.m. The Reverend Dennis M. Goodwin and the Reverend Joe Stallings will officiate. Interment will follow immediately at Forest Oaks Memorial Gardens, 908 Lake Road, Havelock, N.C. A reception will follow at Cherry Point United Methodist Church. Memorials may be made to the Building Fund, Cherry Point United Methodist Church, 103 Methodist Dr., Havelock, NC 28532. Arrangements by Woodbridge Funeral Home. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/27/2008 - 8/30/2008 Scantling, Jerry Lamont Jerry Lamont Scantling, 55, of Jacksonville died Friday, Aug. 22, at Pitt Memorial Hospital, Greenville. His funeral will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, in the Trent River Oakey Grove Missionary Baptist Association Headquarters Building, Georgetown community, with Mack Whitney officiating. He was a captain in the Onslow County Sheriff's Department with 20 years of service and had been a sergeant in Marine Corps. He is survived by his wife, Desiree Scantling of the home; his children, LaChoynn "Lolly" Jackson, Jahan "J.J." Scantling and Jonathan Scantling, all of Jacksonville; four grandchildren; his siblings, Janet Green, Alberta Scantling, Veronica Scantling, Valerie Scantling, Laura Ann Scantling, Maureen Scantling, Erica Freeman, Krystal Scantling, Benjamin Scantling, Vernon Scantling, Arthur Scantling, Bessie Wheeler, Sharline Comer, Jacqueline Garvey, Shereka Rogers, Aluvis Schneider, Shelly Smith, ListanHodge, Joaquin Schneider and Tammy Creque and Curt "Champy" Schneider. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Morgan Funeral Home, Inc., Jacksonville, and one hour prior to the service Thursday at the Headquarters Building. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/27/2008 - 8/30/2008 Blommel, Bernard Bernard Blommel, 71, Montepelier, Va. Arrangements by Clark Funeral Directors, Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Brinkley, Elizabeth McLawhorn DOVER - Elizabeth McLawhorn Brinkley, 88, of Magnolia Cottage Care, formerly a resident of Kinston and New Bern, died Tuesday, August 26, 2008. She was a 1939 graduate of Farm Life School in Vanceboro and a member of Bridgeton Christian Church. Since her return to Kinston in 1999 she was attending Faith Lutheran Church. She was a wife, homemaker, and most of all a loving mother of five children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray D. Brink ley; her brothers, Floyd B. McLawhorn and MacDonald McLawhorn of Vanceboro; and a daughter-in-law, Rebecca Carter Brinkley of Texarkana, Texas. She is survived by her children, Donald R. Brinkley and Lorraine of Kinston, Leslie J. Brinkley of Texarkana, Texas, Linda B. Mills and Bobby of Trenton, Robert C. Brinkley and Julie of Morehead City, and Gail B. Scott and Fred of Kinston; her brother, Robert Payne McLawhorn of Vanceboro; her two sisters, Clara Lou Ipock of Vanceboro and Ruth Whitford of New Bern; 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, August 29, 2008, at Faith Lutheran Church, 709 West Vernon Avenue, Kinston. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. with Pastor Ron Fletcher officiating and burial will follow in Pinelawn Memorial Park. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, ABLAZE. Garner Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Carter, Maceo Maceo Carter, 58, of Lot 14, Club Foot Creek Mobile Home Park, died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. He was a native of the Harlowe community and a former employee of Omega Protein Fisheries in Cameron, La. His hobbies were gardening, carpentry and restoring cars. His funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Piney Grove AME Zion Church with the Rev. Robert Little Jr. officiating. Burial will be in the Teel family cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Duplessis Carter of the home; three sons, Maceo Carter Jr. and Courtney Carter, both of Homer, La., and Kwan Tambrella of Bell Chasse, La.; six daughters, Kioka Carter of Homer, La., Nikkia Frazier, Tawanna Smith, and Mattie Smith, all of Havelock, and Simone Phillips and Lolita Phillips, both of Belle Chasse, La.; two brothers, Archie Frazier Jr. of Havelock and Art Frazier of New Bern; four sisters, Helen Boone, Clara Bryant, Nevada Frazier and Melanie Sherrod, all of Havelock; and five grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the residence. Viewing will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Oscar's Mortuary and at the church one hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Cobb, Major Johnson Hill Major Johnson Hill Cobb, 70, New Bern. Arrangements by Rivers-Morgan Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Freese, Sophie B. Sophie B. Freese, 79, of New Bern died Aug. 27, 2008. She is survived by two daughters, Katherine Gallagher of Lindenhurst, N.Y., and Jennie DeStefano of New Bern; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008, at Cotten Chapel with the Rev. Milton Benny officiating. Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Morris, Janice M. Janice M. Morris, 65, of 50 Palisade Ave., Westwood, N.J., died Monday, Aug. 25, 2008, at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, N.J. She was a native of the Harlowe community and a graduate of Queen Street High School in Beaufort and of Shaw University. She taught school in Hyde County, in Virginia and at the Martin Luther King School in Paterson, N.J., where she became teacher of the year. She served on the Board of Education in Westwood and was the first black councilwoman. The funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008, at Piney Grove AME Zion Church with the Rev. Robert Little Jr. officiating. Burial will be in the Godette family cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Derwyn Morris of Westwood, N.J., and William A. Morris Jr. of Atlanta; one daughter, Chaunya Person of Atlanta; two sisters, Velma Simmons of Havelock and Lavern Thomas of West Lafayette, Ind.; and four grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the residence. Viewing will be at Oscar's Mortuary from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and at the church one hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Oscar's Mortuary. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Nelson III, Charles Thomas COLUMBIA, S.C. - Funeral Mass for Charles Thomas "Chuck" Nelson III, 28, will be celebrated Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Farewell Prayers and Final Commendation will be Sunday at 3 p.m. in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Newport, N.C. Visitation will follow at St. James United Methodist Church following the service. A Christian Wake service will be held Friday, at 6 p.m. with visitation until 8 p.m. at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel in Columbia, S.C. Mr. Nelson died Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Born in New Bern, N. C., he was the son of Charles Thomas "Tommy" Nelson and Trudy Garner Nelson. He was a 1998 graduate of New Bern High School where he played baseball as well as American Legion Baseball. He also graduated from St. Andrews Presbyterian College, Laurinburg, N.C., where he was a pitcher on the baseball team. Formerly employed with Gallo Wineries, Mr. Nelson was district sales manager for Republic National Distributing Company. He enjoyed the ocean and playing golf. Mr. Nelson was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Surviving are his wife, Courtney Moore Nelson, and their expected son, Charles Thomas "Chase" Nelson IV; parents, Charles Thomas "Tommy" Nelson Jr. and Trudy Garner Nelson of New Bern, N.C.; sister and brother-in-law, Tracy and Jeff Howell of Morehead City, N.C.; niece and nephew, Madison and Jacob Graybill; aunts and uncles, Eddie and Marty Green, Dianne and Skip Johnson, Ed and Joanne Nelson, Dale and Nancy Nelson and Dennis Nelson; cousins, Joe Johnson and Jennifer Nelson; father-in-law, R. Thomas Moore of Columbia; and brother-in-law, Robert Thomas Moore Jr. of Columbia, S.C. Memorials may be made to Duke Oncology Clinic for Leukemia Research, c/o Dr. Joe Moore, 425 Hospital South, Durham, N.C. 27710; St. Andrews Presbyterian College, Baseball Program, 1700 Dogwood Mile, Laurinburg, N.C. 27352; or Margaret Garner Scholarship, St. James United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 250, Newport, N.C. 28570. Please sign online guest book at www.dunbarfunerals.com Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/29/2008 - 9/1/2008 Stevenson, Mary Mary Stevenson, 84, Vanceboro. Arrangements by W.E. Flanagan Memorial Funeral Home, Greenville. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Thigpen, Bruce Edward Bruce Edward Thigpen, a resident of the Courtyards at Berne Village, New Bern, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2008. A graveside service will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Greenwood Cemetery in Greenville. Born on September 7, 1922, Mr. Thigpen grew up and lived most of his life in Greenville. He worked for J A Collins Furniture Company until 1960 when he went into business for himself, establishing the Bruce E. Thigpen Furniture Company. He retired in 1997. Mr. Thigpen was an active member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Luther Thigpen Sr., three brothers and three sisters. He is survived by his: wife of 65 years, Ila Lynn Thigpen, also of the Courtyards at Berne Village; only child, Brenda Thigpen Redd and husband, Steve, of New Bern; grandchildren, William Redd of Wilmington and Heather Burnett and husband, Sean, of Hope Mills; and one great-grandchild, Jenny Burnett of Hope Mills. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home and Crematory, Greenville. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/26/2008 - 8/29/2008 Torres, April Renee BATH - April Renee Torres, 30, of 1882 Jackson Swamp Road died Monday, Aug. 25, 2008 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville. She was a 1998 graduate of Northside High School and a member of River City Christian Center of Washington. Her funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at Paul Funeral Home of Washington with Danny Robertson and Ron Estes officiating. Burial will follow in St. Clair's Church of Christ Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Alex Goudie and Gabriel Torres, of Bath; her husband, Jose Torres; her parents, Paula W. Boyd and Bert Boyd, both of Bath, and Eddie Billups of Belhaven; one sister, Stacey Adams Roberson of Washington; one brother, Lyn Billups of Belhaven; two stepbrothers, Allen Boyd of Chocowinity and Clay Boyd of Washington; and her grandfather, Frank Billups of Belhaven. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m., today at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and at other times at the home of her mother at 1882 Jackson Swamp Road, Bath. Flowers are welcome or memorial contributions may be made to Options To Domestic Violence, P.O. Box 1387, Washington, N.C., 27889. Arrangements by Paul Funeral Home of Washington. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Byrd, Lewis Norton Lewis Norton Byrd, 82, of 2708 Fairlawn Road died Monday, Aug. 25, 2008 in New Bern. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army, serving during World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Westinghouse Meter Division. He was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church and the Durham Sports Club. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethany United Methodist Church with the Rev. Bryan Faggart officiating. Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery. He is survived by one daughter, Patricia "Trish" Godwin and husband, Jack, of New Bern; one sister, Joyce Hackney of Durham; and one brother, Orus Wesley Byrd of Peabody, Mass. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Clements Funeral Home in Durham. Flowers are welcome or memorial contributions may be made to Home Health Hospice of Craven County Health Department, P.O. Drawer 12610, New Bern, N.C. 28561 or Bethany United Methodist Church, 2809 Guess Rd., Durham, N.C. 27705. Arrangements by Clements Funeral Services, Inc., Durham. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/29/2008 – 9/1/2008 Ginn, Della Mae Marshburn Mrs. Della Mae Marshburn Ginn, 78, passed away Thursday morning, August 28, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center in New Bern. A native of Greene County, she was born March 20, 1930, the only child of Floyd Lee and Lucy Howell Marshburn. She was an avid homemaker, farmer and a member of Harrell's Chapel FWB Church. Mrs. Ginn resided in Greene County all of her life until declining health forced her to relocate to New Bern to be nearer to her daughter. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, August 30, at the Snow Hill Cemetery. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Ginn was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Ullmon Ginn, and a son, Ullmon Lee "Tootie" Ginn. Her surviving family includes her daughter, Renea Ginn Welch and husband, Kim, of New Bern; grandchildren, Tony Ginn of Florida, Michael Ginn of Spruce Pines, and Jake Welch of New Bern; and three great-grandchildren, Jase Ginn, Trev Ginn and Cale Ginn. The family will receive friends at Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service on Saturday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. prior to the service. Arrangements by Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service. Paid Obituary Published in the Sun Journal from 8/29/2008 - 9/1/2008 Morgan III, Samuel Tedder LIBERTY -Samuel Tedder Morgan III, 70, died Sunday, Aug. 24, 2008. He served four years in the U.S. Air Force. He worked for the Highway Department of Illinois for two years and retired from the U.S. Forest Service after 43 years. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, at Loflin Funeral Home Chapel in Liberty. e is survived by his daughter, Elisa M. Barnette of Burgaw; sons, Sam Morgan and wife, Debra, of Goldvein, Va., Cam Morgan and wife, Angie, of New Bern; sister, Adele Whitaker and husband, Worth, of Waxhaw; aunt, Colleen Furr of Charlotte; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Arrangements by Loflin Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/29/2008 - 9/1/2008 Stevenson, Mary Mary Stevenson, 84, Vanceboro. Arrangements by W.E. Flanagan Memorial Funeral Home, Greenville. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/28/2008 - 8/31/2008 Gamble, Mona Henderson Mona Henderson Gamble, 45, New Bern. Arrangements by Rivers-Morgan Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/30/2008 - 9/2/2008 Malitzis, Celeste M. Celeste M. Malitzis, 62, died Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center. Her funeral will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pollock-Best Funeral Home Chapel with Father Nick Spirakis officiating. Entombment will be at Greenleaf Memorial Park. She is survived by her husband, Peter Malitzis; one son, Andrew Malitzis of Coral Gables, Fla; and one brother, Patrick Sankas of South Carolina. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. prior to the funeral. Arrangements by Pollock-Best Funerals and Cremations Published in the Sun Journal from 8/30/2008 - 9/2/2008 Buszka, Lillian E. Lillian E. Buszka, 63, New Bern. Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/31/2008 - 9/3/2008 Cobb, Johnson Hill Major "Popsicle" Johnson Hill Cobb, 70, of 1125 Walt Bellamy Drive, New Bern, died Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008 at Craven Regional Medical Center. He was employed with Mayflower Moving and Trucking Company as a truck driver and was an avid sports fan. He is survived by a daughter, Mary Sidberry of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a sister, Barbara Cobbs Diggs of Owings Mill, Md.; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Rivers-Morgan Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/31/2008 - 9/3/2008 Kindrick, Victor E. Victor E. Kindrick, 86, of New Bern, died Monday, Aug. 25, 2008 at Craven Regional Medical Center. He served in the Pacific theater during World War II and retired from the U.S. Coast Guard after 29 years of service. He was a proud member of the Choctaw Nation. Victor is preceded in death by his loving wife of 48 years, Margery Alberstadt Kindrick. He is survived by his son, James D. Kindrick (Carrie Zakarias) of Chicago, Ill.; his daughter, Amy V. Kindrick (Ramona Doyle) of San Francisco, Calif.; two brothers, Louis G. Kindrick (Delores) of Moore, Okla., and Arvard J. Kindrick (LaVonne) of Oklahoma City, Okla.; three sisters, Bethel Harris of Oklahoma City, Okla., Dot Duncan of Spokane, Wash., and Opal RoBards of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and one grandson, Zakary James Thomas Kindrick. Services will be held at a later date in Oklahoma. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Red Cross P.O. Box 10, New Bern, NC 28560. Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory. Paid obituary To sign our guestbook, go to www.newbernsj.com. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/31/2008 - 9/3/2008 McCray, Lillie Marie Lillie Marie Dudley McCray, 77, New Bern. Arrangements are Oscar's Mortuary Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/31/2008 - 9/3/2008 Schrader, Teresa Ann Teresa Ann Schrader, 61, of 3721 Elizabeth Ave., New Bern, died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Craven Regional Medical Center. The memorial service will be held at a later date in her hometown of Milwaukee, Wis. She was employed with the Print Shop of New Bern for 21 years and served as its manager. She was formally educated in graphic arts and photography. She is survived by two daughters, Dawn Schrader of Cary and Christy Schrader of Penang, Malaysia; two sisters, Carol Meyer and Kathleen Tomaz; and a brother, Anthony Tomaz Jr., all of Milwaukee. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the WILD ARK at: www.wildark.org Arrangements are by Rivers-Morgan Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/31/2008 - 9/3/2008 Smith, Marvin O. FAYETTEVILLE - Retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Marvin O. "Bill" Smith, 93, died Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 at his residence. Private services will be held. Mr. Smith was an Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War. His medals included the National Defense Medal, United Nations Service Medal, EAME Campaign Medal, American Defense Medal, Occupation Medal (Germany), Korean Service Medal with seven bronze service stars, World War II Victory Medal, American Campaign Medal and the Bronze Star Medal. He retired from active duty after 20 years of services. Afterward, he worked with First Citizens Bank. He was a member of the Lions Club of Fayetteville and was a founding member of the Fayetteville Athletic Officials Association and member for 29 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Louise Williams. He is survived by his three daughters, Brenda M. Smith Stott of New Bern, Jennifer E. Smith Bauguess of Fayetteville and Kathy L. Smith Patton of Royal Palm Beach, Fla.; six grandchildren, Brien E. Bauguess of Goldsboro, Andrew P. Jackson of Pensacola, Fla., Elizabeth L. Bauguess Kiniery of Ft. Leavenworth, Kan., Aaron Stott of Wilmington, N.C., Nathan Stott of Seattle, Wash., and Lindsey P. Blackmon of West Point, N.Y.; and three great-grandchildren, Katlyn, Abigail and Emily Bauguess, all of Goldsboro. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Boys and Girls Home of North Carolina, P.O. Box 127, Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450. Paid obituary To sign our guestbook, go to www.newbernsj.com. Published in the Sun Journal from 8/31/2008 - 9/3/2008
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