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Cecelia Williams Boulerice

Cecelia Williams Boulerice

Sep 10, 2026

Cecelia Williams Boulerice, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Elizabeth City, NC, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Born on September 23, 1933, in the quaint town of Fairfield, NC, Cecelia's life was one of dedication, love, and service.

Cecelia was the cherished daughter of the late Harold...

John Stanley Kerr

John Stanley Kerr

Sep 10, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John Stanley Kerr, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who left us on Thursday, September 10th, 2026, at the age of 68. John was a resident of Hertford, NC, and was born on Thursday, April 24th, 1958, in Springfield, Illinois.

John is survived by his cherished wife, Kathy Thompson Kerr,...

Christian Robert Evick

Christian Robert Evick

Sep 9, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Christian Robert Evick, a beloved father, son, and friend, on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, in his hometown of Edenton, North Carolina. Born on Sunday, April 30, 1983, Christian spent his life surrounded by the love of family, friends, and the community he cherished.

Christian was a proud resident of Edenton,...

Katherine Elvira Cummings

Katherine Elvira Cummings

Sep 9, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Katherine Elvira Cummings, who left this world peacefully on September 9th, 2026. Born on March 11th, 1941, in the picturesque city of Santa Monica, California, Katherine lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Katherine was a graduate of Venice High School, where she played tennis and was...

James Cecil Nixon

James Cecil Nixon

Sep 7, 2026

James Cecil “Jimmy” Nixon, 71, of Edenton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on September 7, 2026, surrounded by the place he called home and the memories of a life well lived.

Jimmy was born on August 25, 1955, to the late Murray L. Nixon Sr. and Marian White Nixon. He was preceded in death by his beloved first...

William Phillips (Phil) Wynn

William Phillips (Phil) Wynn

Sep 7, 2026

William Phillips (Phil) Wynn of Hertford, North Carolina was called home on September 7, 2026. Phil was a devoted husband and father, a treasured friend, and a powerful example of faith to all who knew him. His love for God was woven through every part of his life, shaping the way he loved his family, encouraged others, and welcomed people...

Christine Yvonne Lilley

Christine Yvonne Lilley

Sep 7, 2026

Christine Yvonne Lilley, a cherished wife, loving mother, devoted grandmother, peacefully passed away September 7, 2026 in Greenville, NC to go home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Born on November 5, 1947, in Columbia, NC, Christine was the daughter of the late Thomas Leroy Copeland and Thelma Brickhouse Copeland.

Christine was a lifelong homemaker whose profound love...

Nelson Alexander Martinez

Nelson Alexander Martinez

Sep 7, 2026

Nelson Alexander Martinez, of Hertford, NC, beloved fiancé, father, brother, and friend, passed away on Monday, September 7th, 2026, at the age of 45. Born on May 8, 1981, Alex was the son of Jose R. Martinez and the late Donna Hicks.

Alex is survived by his loving soulmate and fiancé, Norma Hall, who stood by his side through life's joyful...

Welcome A. "Bill" Eddy

Welcome A. "Bill" Eddy

Sep 6, 2026

Welcome A. “Bill” Eddy, age 92, a beloved husband and cherished member of our family, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, September 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, service, and music.

Of all the things that brought him joy, none was more precious to him than his beloved wife, Melva Perrot-Eddy, whom he lovingly called his...

Anna Partin Bass

Anna Partin Bass

Sep 2, 2026

Anna Partin Bass, 89, of Queen Anne Dr. Edenton, NC, peacefully entered the presence of her Savior on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

Born on November 28, 1936 and raised to be a devoted woman of faith, Anna spent her entire life truly being the hands and feet of Jesus. She did not just read the Scripture; she lived it every single...

Donald Doner Forget

Donald Doner Forget

Aug 31, 2026

Donald Doner Forget, 87, of Elizabeth City, NC, peacefully passed away Monday, August 31, 2026, in Elizabeth City, NC.

Donald was born in Worcester, MA on January 18, 1939, and was the son of the late Doner J. Forget and Florence Lavallee Forget.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Forget; two daughters; Joanne Reiter and...

Jean Adams Bunch

Jean Adams Bunch

Aug 31, 2026

Jean Adams Bunch, 83, of 111 Robin Lane, Edenton, NC, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026, at Duke Regional Hospital, Durham, NC.

Mrs. Bunch was born in Washington, NC on March 16, 1943, and was the daughter of the late Clyde Simpson Adams, Sr. and Myrtle Spruill Adams. She served as a clerk for the Chowan County Health Department. She...

Beulah Mae Mobley Stalls

Beulah Mae Mobley Stalls

Aug 31, 2026

Beulah Mae Mobley Stalls, 95, of Eure, NC, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving family on Monday, August 31, 2026.

Mrs. Stalls was born on December 20, 1930 and was the wife of the late Bruce Stalls and the daughter of Jesse Mobley and Etha Scott Mobley, both deceased.

Survivors include two sons, Danny Stalls and wife, Vickie,...

Albert James Carter

Albert James Carter

Aug 29, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Albert James Carter, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Born on January 26, 1953, in Rocky Mount, NC, Albert passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Albert was a dedicated heavy equipment operator, whose strong work ethic and integrity earned him the respect...

Douglas Fenton Johnson

Douglas Fenton Johnson

Aug 28, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Fenton Johnson, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Douglas passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the age of 78. Born in Windsor, NC, on October 7, 1947, Douglas was a resident of Elizabeth City, NC, where he lived a life full of warmth, adventure,...

Patricia Lee Patrick

Patricia Lee Patrick

Aug 27, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patricia Lee Patrick, a beloved resident of Eure, North Carolina. Patricia passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, August 27th, 2026, at the age of 66.

Patricia was born on Friday, September 18th, 1959, in North Adams, Massachusetts. She was the cherished daughter of the late John Carlson and...

Barbara Anne Nicklin

Barbara Anne Nicklin

Aug 26, 2026

Barbara Anne Nicklin, 86, of Snug Harbor, NC passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 surrounded by her daughters and best friend. A former teacher and human rights activist, she was an amazing, creative, funny, artistic matriarch who could tell a story like no other, dance in the rain even when it was thundering, sing her heart out with the...

Worth Langston Jernigan

Worth Langston Jernigan

Aug 25, 2026

Worth "Rawhide" Langston Jernigan, 43, born May 15, 1983, passed away unexpectedly on August 25, 2026.

Worth was preceded in death by his two infant sons, Wyatt and Waylon; maternal grandparents, Dave and Catherine Langston; and paternal grandparents, Hubert and Lois Jernigan. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years Ashley Jernigan; daughters, Addison Rebecca, and Emerson Grace; parents,...

James Carroll "Teny" Jordan

James Carroll "Teny" Jordan

Aug 23, 2026

James Carroll “Teny” Jordan, 85, formerly of Happy Home Road, Tyner, NC passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2026.

Born on August 24, 1940, Teny was the son of Ollie Norman Jordan and Easter Mae Goodwin Jordan, both deceased.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by eight sisters, Hazel Davis, Louise Dail, Ruth Longacre, Margaret D. “Lois”...

Deborah Susan Jones

Deborah Susan Jones

Aug 22, 2026

Deborah Susan Jones, 67, of Gatesville, North Carolina, passed away suddenly on August 22, 2026, following a courageous year-and-a-half battle with cancer.

Born on April 30, 1959, in Pigeon, Michigan, Deborah was a loving wife, mother, stepmother, grandmother, daughter, and friend. She was funny, strong-willed, caring, outspoken, and generous. Deborah spoke her mind, loved deeply, and was always willing to help...

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