Local Obituaries for Families in Morehead City, NC
Diane Lea Thomas
Dec 26, 2023
Diane Lea Thomas, of Pine Knoll Shores, affectionately known as Grammy to her family, passed away at the age of 82, on December 26, 2023, at Carteret Health Care in Morehead City, surrounded by family. Diane was born in Washington, DC, and lived a life marked by passion, love, and kindness. Her warm presence and generous spirit will be...
Galloway Pate
Dec 26, 2023
Galloway Pate, 46, of Morehead City, died on Tuesday, December 26, 2023.
A paddle-out celebration of Galloway’s life will be held when the water is warm in the spring.
Galloway’s passion with tennis began at an early age. After being certified with Professional Tennis Registry, he enjoyed hours on the courts...
Lelia Lipsitz
Dec 25, 2023
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lelia Darden Sumner Lipsitz ("Lil") who died at her home in Emerald Isle, NC, surrounded by her loving family, on December 25, 2023. She was 91. She passed just four months after the death of her husband of nearly 70 years, Lee S. Lipsitz.
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Cherie Theresa Amedy
Dec 24, 2023
Cherie Theresa Amedy, 67, of Newport, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at the Crystal Coast Hospice house in Newport.
Service will be private
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noebrooks.net
Arrangements by Noe-Brooks Funeral Home, Morehead City, NC.
Jerry Lee Guthrie
Dec 21, 2023
Jerry Lee Guthrie, 89, of Harkers Island, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Signature Care of Kinston.
No services are planned at this time.
Jerry was a loving father and grandfather, one of his many enjoyments was taking his grandchildren, who were the apple of his eye, to Myrtle Beach. He also enjoyed being...
Kylyn Sharone Wilson
Dec 21, 2023
Kylyn Sharone Wilson, Infant, of Havelock passed away on Thursday, December
21, 2023 at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at
the Frazier-Brown Cemetery in Havelock.
He is survived by his...
Robert Lee Clemmer
Dec 21, 2023
Robert Lee Clemmer, 81, of Emerald Isle, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Pruitt Health Care Center - Neuse.
A gathering of family and friends will be held 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Noe-Brooks Funeral Home in Morehead City.
He is survived by his wife...
Jasmyne Tillery-Kite
Dec 17, 2023
Jasmyne Elean Tillery-Kite, 9, of Wilson, originally of Beaufort, was born on June 5, 2014, to Jerome Tillery and Megan Kite, she gained her wings on December 17, 2023, at UNC Medical Children's Hospital.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at Glad Tidings Church in Morehead City....
Peggy Blankenship
Dec 15, 2023
Peggy Blankenship, 91, of Beaufort, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House.
Peggy Blankenship was born and raised in Beaufort, NC. She grew up swimming in Taylor’s Creek and lived on or near Ann Street most of her life. Peggy was the dare devil of her group and loved...
Harriet Migli
Dec 13, 2023
Harriet Migli, 81, of Peletier, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at her home.
Services will be private. ( a recording will be posted below after the service)
Harriet devoted her life to nurturing her family as a caring mother to four sons. Her warmth and wisdom guided them through...
Richard Murvin
Dec 11, 2023
Richard R. Murvin Jr., a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away at the age of 75, on December 11, 2023, in Newport, North Carolina, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Funeral service will be held at Noe-Brooks Funeral Home on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. Family will receive visitors at Noe-Brooks...
Ralph Benson Willis
Dec 10, 2023
Ralph Benson Willis, 93, of Morehead City, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
The family will have a private celebration of Ralph’s life later in the spring.
He was born in Williston, NC to the late Ivey G. and Ruby P. Willis. After...
Celia Guzikowski
Dec 8, 2023
Celia Guzikowski, 99, of Morehead City, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport.
Celia was an active member of St. Egbert’s Catholic Church in Morehead City where she served as an usher for many years. She also enjoyed volunteering her time at Martha’s Mission and PAWS.
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Charles Eugene Delu
Dec 7, 2023
Charles "Chuck" Eugene Delu, 87, of Newport, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at his home.
He was born on September 11, 1936, in Butler County, Pennsylvania, to Eugene and Mary DeLu.
Chuck, also known as Charles, was a man who was well loved and respected by everyone who knew...
Judith Smith Barnes
Dec 5, 2023
Judith "Judy" Smith Barnes, a beacon of warmth and love, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2023, in Morehead City, NC, at the age of 77. Born on November 27, 1946, in Fort Plain, NY, Judy grew up to be a remarkable woman whose life was characterized by her creative spirit, intelligence, and loving nature.
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Nancy Whitley Coats
Nov 30, 2023
Nancy Whitley Coats, 80, of Beaufort, passed away Thursday November 30, 2023, at Crystal Coast Hospice House.
No services are planned at this time.
Nancy was a long-time resident of Carteret County, as well as a retired schoolteacher, having taught for many years at Smyrna Elementary School.
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Virgil Hervie Day Jr.
Nov 29, 2023
Virgil Hervie Day Jr., 58, of Havelock, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at his home.
The family will celebrate Virgil's life privately at a later date.
Virgil is survived by his four brothers, Michael Day, Phillip Day, Robert Day, and Mark Day (Dorothy).
He was...
Elsie Humphrey
Nov 28, 2023
Elsie Mae James Humphrey, 86, of Jacksonville, originally of Carteret County passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at Onslow Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville.
A funeral service will be held 11am on Friday, December 8, 2023 at Purvis Chapel AME Zion Church in Beaufort, with Pastor Thomas Fryar officiating. The church has asked that anyone...
"Shorty" Etharay Jefferson
Nov 27, 2023
“Shorty” Etharay Jefferson, 70, of Newport, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
Ethrary was born December 16, 1952 to the parents Willie and Naomi Jefferson. He attended Palm Beach County schools and received his GED later in life from Carteret Community College. Ethrary/Shorty moved to North Carolina...
Roy Spicer Denkins Jr.
Nov 26, 2023
Roy S. Denkins, Jr, 92, of Morehead City, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at Carteret Health Care of Morehead City.
Roy was a member of the First Methodist Church of Morehead City. He was a loving husband and father, who had the gift of gab and always had a joke to tell. He...
