Obituaries

Nov 4, 2026

Collon Edward Snell passed away on November 4, 2026, in Greenville, NC, at the age of 89. Born on July 16, 1937, Collon lived a full and fulfilling life, enjoying his farm after retirement where he kept a vegetable garden (stocking his freezer with way too much food!). He also loved observing the local wildlife that shared the land with...

Nov 3, 2026

Sherry Williams Smithwick October 5, 1960 – November 3, 2026

Sherry Williams Smithwick, 66, of Ponzer, NC, passed peacefully in her home on the morning of November 3, 2026.

Sherry was born in Beaufort County on October 5, 1960, to the late Ashley Duane and Barbara Pugh Williams. She married Macon Smithwick, Sr., who survives.

Sherry enjoyed baking and spending time with her...

Nov 2, 2026

Martha Blount Rodman Simpson

Martha Blount Rodman Simpson passed away peacefully early Monday morning, November 2nd, surrounded by her family. Her kindness and grace lifted many.

Martha Blount was known for her warm heart, generous spirit, and deep dedication to her faith and family. She found joy in gathering loved ones and nurturing lifelong friendships. Although she loved her adventures both far...

Oct 30, 2026

Fentress R. Hassell, Jr. June 7, 1948 – October 30, 2026

Fentress Ray Hassell, Jr. of Riverneck Road, Columbia, died October 30, 2026, at the age of 78. Ray was born to Fentress and Thelma Hassell on June 7, 1948. He was the baby of the family, the only son, and spoiled by his loving mother. After high school, Ray enlisted in...

Oct 26, 2026

Charles Arthur KennedyNovember 21, 1956 – October 26, 2026

Charles Arthur Kennedy, 69, of Swan Quarter, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026, at ECU Health Home Health and Hospice in Greenville.

Charles was born in Nash County on November 21, 1956, to the late James Aaron and Louise Stancil Kennedy.

He is survived by two sons and a brother.

No service will be...

Oct 10, 2026

Joseph H. BowenJanuary 1, 1943 - October 10, 2026

Joseph Henry Bowen, age 83, a resident of the Long Acre Community, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 10, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle & Papa. Joe was born in 1943 and was a 1962 graduate of Pantego High School. He soon married the...

Oct 7, 2026

Corey Hardison March 30, 1966 – October 7, 2026

Corey Hardison, 60, of Plymouth, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at Washington Regional Medical Center in Plymouth.

Corey was born in Key West, FL, on March 30, 1966, to the late Roderick J. and Sue Oliver Hardison. Corey spent his working years in residential construction.

A private service will be held at a...

Oct 3, 2026

Helen S. Cahoon, December 31, 1956 – October 3, 2026

Helen Sears Cahoon, age 69, a resident of Swan Quarter, passed away Saturday, October 3rd, 2026.

She was born to the late Napoleon Forest Sears, Jr and Helen Newton Sears on December 31, 1956, in Mecklenburg County, NC.

Helen had a passion for life, and she most enjoyed socializing with her family and...

Sep 30, 2026

John (Jack) Oliver Kramp, 84, of Blairsville, GA (most recently residing in Columbia, NC), passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at his residence with family by his side.

Jack was born in Miami, FL, on February 6, 1942, to the late Oscar Booth Kramp and Helen Giordano Kramp. On August 12, 1967, he married Toby Lee Harris, who preceded him...

Sep 26, 2026

Brian D. LoftusJune 30, 1966-September 26, 2026

Brian Dean Loftus, 60, of Engelhard, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at ECU Roanoke Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie.

Brian was born in Newport, Rhode Island, on June 30, 1966, to the late Thomas W. Sr. and Elaine Elizabeth Jones Loftus.

Brian had a passion for cars and had a talent for customizations. His unique...

Sep 25, 2026

Clifford M. Swindell, Jr.

September 5, 1946 – September 25, 2026

Clifford "Click" Murrel Swindell, Jr., 80, of Fairfield, North Carolina, peacefully entered the presence of his Savior on Friday, September 25, 2026.

Click is survived by his beloved wife, Judy Lovitt Mull Swindell. It took him 57 years to find the love of his life, but once he found Judy, their years...

Sep 21, 2026

Lionel West May 24, 1940 – September 21, 2026

Lionel West of Jamesville peacefully passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026

He was born in Rowan County, NC, on May 24, 1940, and was the son of the late D'Arcy and Percy Pickens "Ginn" West.

Lionel was a lifelong cartographer. His...

Sep 19, 2026

Dorothy N. Berry August 7, 1931 – September 19, 2026

Dorothy Wae Nixon Berry, 95, of Fairfield, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville.

Dorothy was born in Hyde County, on August 7, 1931, to the late William B. and Bertie Cutrell Nixon, Sr.  She married...

Sep 11, 2026

Florence Newman Williams Abele, 94, formerly of Hyde County and most recently of River Trace Health and Rehabilitation Center of Washington, died on Friday, September 11, 2026, with her children by her side.

Mrs. Florence was born in Sladesville, NC, on May 7, 1932, to the late Richard Dudley and Muriel Wahab Newman, who preceded...

Sep 10, 2026

Robert R. Gibbs June 9, 1939 – September 10, 2026

Robert Ray "Uncle Bob" Gibbs, 87, of Engelhard, died on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Hyde County on June 9, 1939, to the late Fred Bryan Gibbs and Nancy Ann Gibbs. In November of...

Sep 10, 2026

Ann E. Spencer July 7, 1962 – September 10, 2026 Ann Elizabeth Spencer, 64, of Fairfield, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at ECU Health Beaufort Hospital. Ann was the daughter of the late Flavius Fletcher Spencer, Jr., and Sarah Spencer Meekins. She worked as a commercial fisherman, farmer, smoke chaser, and Equipment operator for the...

Sep 10, 2026

Edna P. Fortescue March 13, 1939 – September 10, 2026

Edna Pittman Fortescue, 87, formerly of Scranton, NC, and most recently of Washington, NC, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at ECU Health Beaufort Hospital.

Ms. Edna was born on March 13, 1939, to the late Earl and Annie Laura Williams Pittman....

Sep 9, 2026

Arch B. Browning April 6, 1934 – September 9, 2026

Arch Boyd Browning, 92, of Plymouth, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his dear family.

Arch was born in Webster County, West Virginia, on April 6, 1934, to the late Arch Boyce and Gertrude Tawney Browning....

Sep 3, 2026

William Franklin Alexander Simmons December 22, 1945 – September 3, 2026

William "Sandy" Franklin Alexander Simmons, 80, of Bulls Bay, Columbia, in Tyrrell County, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 3, 2026.

Sandy was born on December 22, 1945, to the late William Franklin and Tamasine Alexander Simmons. He was...

Aug 25, 2026

Charles Edward Williford, Jr. May 7, 1947 – August 25, 2026

Charles Edward Williford, Jr., 79, of Engelhard, NC, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

Charles was born on May 7, 1947, in Raleigh, NC, to the late Charles Williford, Sr. and Dorothy Hill Williford. He was the...