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Ann Barnes Copeland Baker

Ann Barnes Copeland Baker

Aug 14, 2025

Ann Barnes Copeland Baker, of Winfall, NC, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025. She was a beloved mother, wife, aunt and friend, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family.

Ann was born in Edgecombe County on September 28,1940 and was the daughter of the late Woodrow Rose Barnes and Lucille Mae Holmes Barnes Ambrose. In...

Herman C. Bryant

Herman C. Bryant

Aug 14, 2025

   The much-loved to all that knew him, the Albemarle Sound fisherman and the clever, enigmatic poker player, Herman Clay Bryant, passed away at his home in Edenton on August 14, 2025.

   His family, including wife Barbara, daughter Amanda, son Randy, many wonderful grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren, grieve his loss, but are forever grateful for the generous love and wisdom...

Valerie Precious Henley Elloinchi

Valerie Precious Henley Elloinchi

Aug 12, 2025

   Valerie Precious Henley Elloinchi, 63, of Camden, NC, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Elizabeth City.

   Mrs. Elloinchi was born in Brooklyn, NY on July 24, 1962, and was the daughter of the late Norman, Sr. and Mary Banks Henley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters,...

Andrew Jason Anderson

Andrew Jason Anderson

Aug 12, 2025

Andrew Jason Anderson, 52, went home to our Lord and savior on the early morning of August 12, 2025. He was born on November 9th, 1972 in Portsmouth, VA to Cheryl Stone (Steen) and Earl Anderson.

Andrew was preceded in death by his grandfather, Clifford Steen; his grandparents, Theodore and Helen Anderson; and his stepfather, Joseph H Stone.

Andrew was a member...

Phyllis Crosno Archer

Phyllis Crosno Archer

Aug 11, 2025

Phyllis Crosno Archer, 77, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025 at Gates Health and Rehab in Gatesville, NC.

She was born in San Bernardino, CA on December 18, 1947. Phyllis was the daughter of the late Phillip and Helen Thompson Crosno. She was a member of the Carpenter’s Shop Church in Ahoskie, NC. Phyllis was a former worker at Tarheel...

Annette Knox Owens

Annette Knox Owens

Aug 9, 2025

  Ernestine Annette Knox Owens, 91, of Paradise Road, Edenton, NC, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025.

  Mrs. Owens was born in Suffolk, VA on February 24, 1934, and was the daughter of the late James Linwood and Lydia Johnson Knox. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Lee “Bill” Owens; her sisters,...

William Ray Miller

William Ray Miller

Aug 9, 2025

  William Ray Miller, 85, of Hertford, NC, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025, in Edenton Primetime.

  Mr. Miller was born in Perquimans County on May 12, 1940, and was the son of the late Kenneth Winslow Miller, Sr. and Delsie Pierce Miller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Glennie...

Shirley Toppin Kirby

Shirley Toppin Kirby

Aug 6, 2025

   Shirley Marie Toppin Kirby, 85, of Tyner, NC, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in her home.

   Ms. Kirby was born in Gates County on August 24, 1939, and was the daughter of the late Nolan Bunch Toppin and Jennie Virginia Parker Toppin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Lillie Mae Beaman and...

Dorothy Heninger "Dot" Habit

Dorothy Heninger "Dot" Habit

Aug 2, 2025

   Dorothy Heninger “Dot” Habit, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in ECU Health Medical Center, Greenville.

   Mrs. Habit was born in Edenton on November 5, 1933, and was the daughter of the late Molly Heninger Hollowell and William W. Heninger. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, John Francis...

Luther Paul Spence

Luther Paul Spence

Jul 29, 2025

Luther Paul Spence, 71, of Eure, NC, passed away peacefully at home, his favorite place, on July 29, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him.

Luther was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia on February 17, 1954, to the late Howard Alden “Pete” Spence and Olivia Mae Byrd, moving to Gates County with family in 1972 where he graduated from Gates County...

Richard Lee "Rick" Moots

Richard Lee "Rick" Moots

Jul 27, 2025

Richard Lee “Rick” Moots, 68, of Sunbury, NC passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, July 27, 2025.

A native of Norfolk, VA, and was the son of Oliver Moots and Peggy Edwards Moots, both deceased. Rick served in the U.S. Army for six years in the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, NC. He retired in 2020 from...

Shirley Jean Jennings Temple

Shirley Jean Jennings Temple

Jul 25, 2025

Shirley Jean Jennings Temple, 95, of Elizabeth City, NC, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, in her home.

Mrs. Temple was born in Pasquotank County on September 3, 1929, and was the daughter of the late Chloe Davis Sanders Jennings Rye and reared by the late Louis and Louie Sanders. In addition to her mother and the Sanders, she was preceded...

Willard M. Copeland

Willard M. Copeland

Jul 24, 2025

Willard M. Copeland, age 95, formerly of 163 Nixon Street, Hertford, NC, died Thursday, July 24, 2025.

Born in Perquimans County on January 9, 1930, he was a son of the late Freeland M. and Ibbie Perry Copeland. He was the owner of Mackbourne Farms Ltd.

In addition to his parents, Willard was preceded in death by his wife, Christine Harrell Copeland,...

Patricia Joanne Pomeroy

Patricia Joanne Pomeroy

Jul 20, 2025

Patricia Joanne Pomeroy, of Edenton, NC, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 20, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family.

Born in Huntington, West Virginia, Patricia spent her formative years in the city she cherished most, Chicago. After graduation, she later moved to California, where she married Frederick...

Edward Bruce Wilson

Edward Bruce Wilson

Jul 18, 2025

  Edward Bruce “Eddie” Wilson, of Hendersonville, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, after a courageous fight with cancer. He was 71.

  Eddie grew up in Virginia Beach, VA and graduated from the Virginia Beach Public School System. A man gifted in many trades, Eddie’s later years were with Modern Lightning Protection, where he was a loved and valued...

Bruce Speight Taylor, Sr.

Bruce Speight Taylor, Sr.

Jul 11, 2025

Bruce Speight Taylor, Sr., 53, of Merry Hill, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025 in Greenville.  Born August 10, 1971 in Chowan County, he was the son of Ida Overton Taylor and the late Bruce White Taylor. Bruce worked as a logger for most of his life.  He was a member of the Perrytown Assembly of God Church in...

Roger Leo Flood, Sr.

Roger Leo Flood, Sr.

Jul 10, 2025

  Roger Leo Flood Sr., 72, of Edenton, NC passed away at his residence surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Born in Franklin, New Jersey, Roger was the son of late Raymond Ralph Flood Sr. and Ruth Martin Flood. Roger loved the outdoors; he enjoyed fishing, camping, and being with all of his grandchildren.

  He is...

Janet Hunter Cooke

Janet Hunter Cooke

Jul 9, 2025

   Janet Hunter Cooke, 85 of 1041 Northside Rd, Elizabeth City, died Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in Wake Medical Center, Raleigh, following a brief illness.

   Mrs. Cooke was born in Norfolk, Virginia on March 4, 1940, and was the daughter of the late Abner Benton Hunter, Sr. and Lillian Nash Hunter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Ronnie Joe White

Ronnie Joe White

Jul 8, 2025

Ronnie Joe White, 60, of Windsor, NC passed away at his residence on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

A life-long resident of Windsor, Ronnie was the son of the late Alma Ray White and Jesse Thomas White, who survives.

Survivors include his two sons, Daniel White, and Bryan White and his wife, Katelyn; and two grandchildren, Bradley White and Maise White.

The family will...

Rhonda Sullivan Waters

Rhonda Sullivan Waters

Jul 7, 2025

   Rhonda Sullivan Waters, 75, of Hertford, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025 at the Elizabeth City Health & Rehabilitation Center.

   Rhonda was born on May 23, 1950 in Muhlenberg County, KY, to parents Martha and M. Davis Sullivan.

   Rhonda married her husband, Kenneth, in 1970 in Hertford, where they settled and raised their two sons. She passionately...

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