Eddie Stallings

   John Edward "Eddie" Stallings, 70, longtime resident of Belvidere, NC, and more recently of Washington, NC, died Monday, February 20, 2023 in ECU Health Beaufort Hospital.

   Mr. Stallings was born in Perquimans County on October 29, 1952, and was the son of the late Asa Elias and Mary Sue Stallings. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Janie Stallings Hill. He lived with his parents most of his life due to intellectual challenges and enjoyed helping around the farm, collecting things, and interacting with his parents' frequent visitors. 

   Surviving is his brother-in-law, Robert “Bob” Hill of Knoxville, TN; a niece, Dawn Hill Vohs (husband, Michael) of Maryville, TN; and a nephew, Anthony Hill (wife, Lisa) of Alexandria, VA.

   A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 18 at 10:00 a.m. in The Onley Place, 308 Craney Island Road, Belvidere, and will be conducted by Pastor Chuck Hartman. A private burial will be in the Stallings Family Cemetery.

   Miller & Van Essendelft Funeral and Cremation Providers, 1125 Harvey Point Road, Hertford, is assisting the family with arrangements, and online condolences may be made by visiting www.millerfhc.com.