Local Obituaries for Families in Morehead City, NC
Fred Tootle
Dec 22, 2024
Fred E. Tootle, 76, of Morehead City, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at his home.
Fred was known for his joyful spirit and his dedication to serving others. An avid fisherman, he found peace and happiness on the water. He also brought people together by hosting annual block parties with his Bible Study Group, fostering community and fellowship. Through...
Dr. Leon A. Clay
Dec 19, 2024
Leon Astor Clay, born on November 7, 1933, in Enfield, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024, in Newport, North Carolina. He was 91 years old.
A Celebration of Life for Leon will be held on August 23 from 2-5pm at New Bern Yacht Club. Please respond to the evite or email Melanie Wright if you plan to attend....
Donna Marie Harnois
Dec 16, 2024
Donna Marie (Rhea) Harnois 71, of Cove City, N.C passed away December 16,2024 after a brief illness.
Donna was born October 23, 1953, in Chelsea, MA to the late Alice (Atton) Vincent and the late Jack Rhea and stepdaughter to the late John Vincent.
She is survived by her husband Denis Harnois, Son Christopher Frith and wife Amanda of Attleboro, Stepson Jon...
Dr. Thomas Burgess Carroll (Cootie)
Dec 16, 2024
Dr. Thomas Burgess Carroll (Cootie), a beloved member of his community and a dedicated family man, peacefully passed away on December 16, 2024, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House. Born on September 13, 1939, Thomas led a life marked by service, dedication, and a profound commitment to education and youth empowerment.
Services will be held at a later date.
A distinguished Community...
Halyna Mezhenna
Dec 10, 2024
Halyna Mezhenna, 86, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, where she had come because of the war.
She was born in Russia, at age 19 moved to Ukraine, where lived a wonderful life.
She got a Bachelor degree in Metallurgical university, she worked as a financier at a pipe plant for 40 years.A...
John "Buster" Tyrone Salter
Dec 9, 2024
John "Buster" Tyrone Salter, 77, of Atlantic, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024, at Carteret Health Care in Morehead City. Born in Morehead City and raised in Atlantic, John was a proud graduate of Atlantic High School, class of 1965.
John dedicated much of his life to Core Sound and surrounding areas as a commercial fisherman, a profession...
Vivian Elizabeth Benton Dickinson Becton
Dec 4, 2024
A resident of Carteret House Assisted Living Facility in Newport, NC, Vivian Becton passed away in her sleep on December 4, 2024 at Carteret Health Care after a lengthy illness.
Her service will be held at Core Creek Methodist Church on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Bryan Lassiter officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The...
Michael Edward Neale
Nov 28, 2024
Michael Edward Neale, 73, of Van Nuys, California passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at his second home in Pine Knoll Shores, NC.
No services planned.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noebrooks.net.
Arrangements by Noe-Brooks Funeral Home & Crematory of Morehead City, NC.
Ruby Belle Miller Best
Nov 28, 2024
Ruby Belle Miller Best, 90, of Newport, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at her home in Newport.
The family will celebrate her life privately.
Ruby was raised in Pamlico County, NC and graduated from Pamlico High School where she played on the basketball team. After finishing high school she worked as a secretary for Connor Homes for 17 years before...
Vista Pittman
Nov 27, 2024
Vista Jean Pittman, aged 59, passed away on November 27, 2024. Born on April 25, 1965, in Mendota, Illinois, Vista was the sixth of eight children. She was preceded in death by her parents, Margerete and Stanley, and her sister, Debbie.
Vista is survived by her devoted husband, Jay Pittman, with whom she shared a beautiful love story that began while...
Horace Rountree
Nov 23, 2024
Horace Elton Rountree, 93, of Morehead City, died Saturday, November 23, 2024 at his home.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Gethsemane Memorial Park in Newport with Military Honors. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday at Noe-Brooks Funeral Home of Morehead City.
Mr. Rountree was born on...
Edward James Neville Jr.
Nov 19, 2024
Edward James Neville Jr., born on August 11, 1945, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather whose legacy live on in the hearts many.
Edward is survived by his wife, Juliana Neville, with whom he shared thirty-eight wonderful years of marriage; a son, Jonathan Jones of Nebraska; two daughters, Lisa Neville of New...
William Guy Heap
Nov 19, 2024
William Guy Heap, a dedicated public servant and cherished family man, passed away on November 19, 2024 at the age of 81. Born on January 26, 1943, in Washington, D.C., William's life was a testament to his commitment to his community and his family.
He served with distinction as an Auxiliary Deputy for Shenandoah County, Virginia, where he earned the respect...
John Simmons
Nov 18, 2024
Gone but Never Forgotten
John Simmons, 67, of Newport, born June 5, 1957, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024 at his home.
John was a veteran and served in the USMC and retired from the civil service aboard Cherry Point.
The family will celebrate his life privately.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Diane Simmons of Newport; four sons, Daniel...
Jeffrey Parnell Wrenn
Nov 15, 2024
Jeffrey Parnell Wrenn, 65, of Beaufort, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 at his home.
No services have been planned at this time.
Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noebrooks.net.
Arrangements by Noe-Brooks Funeral Home, Morehead City, NC.
Oscar Wagoner Sr.
Nov 11, 2024
Oscar Wayne Wagoner Sr., 61, of Newport, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
Oscar made his living working in construction. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Always ending every day on the front porch spending time with family and friends. He made a difference in so many young lives, he was a mentor...
Wallace Sutton
Nov 8, 2024
William Wallace Sutton Sr., of Morehead City, NC took his last breath on Earth and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, November 8, 2024. He was 87 years old.
Wallace was born in Nicholas County, West Virginia, the seventh of fourteen children born to William Jennings Sutton and Delphia Eagle Sutton. He attended Gassaway...
Lou Millo Cacal
Nov 5, 2024
Lou Millo Cacal, 84, of Newport, passed away on November 5, 2024, in Morehead City, North Carolina. Born on June 18, 1940, Lou dedicated much of his life to service, both as a member of the US Navy and in civil service at Cherry Point.
Lou is survived by his son, Brad Cacal of Jacksonville; daughter, Shelia Bataller (Tomas C.) of...
Boyd "Buck" Steel Sensenich, Jr
Nov 4, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Boyd Steel Sensenich, Jr., affectionately known as Buck to his friends and family, who departed this world peacefully in his sleep on November 4th, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on March 6th, 1937, he lived a full and adventurous life, leaving behind a legacy of love and...
David Franklin Stewart
Oct 30, 2024
David Franklin Stewart, 62, of Newport, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at the Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport.
David was a veteran having served in the US Air Force, he retired from the civil service at Cherry Point as a QA. He was a member of St. Andrew Luteran Church and was a member of the choir. He...
