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Sandra Bunch Roberson

Sandra Bunch Roberson

Jun 28, 2026

Sandra Bunch Roberson, 75, of Edenton, NC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 28, 2026.

Born on August 12, 1950, Sandra was the wife of William O. “Billy” Roberson and the daughter of Elton Bunch and Maxine Bunch, both deceased. Sandra was a 1968 graduate of Chowan High School. She was a member of Rocky Hock Baptist Church. Sandra worked as...

Mildred Wilson Boyce

Mildred Wilson Boyce

Jun 26, 2026

Mildred Wilson Boyce passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026. Mrs. Boyce was born on March 27, 1928 in the Rocky Hock Community of Chowan County, North Carolina and was raised on her family’s farm.

In addition to her parents Elton RayWilson and Ella Harrell Wilson, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Elton Kelley Boyce; an...

Herbert Thomas Winslow

Herbert Thomas Winslow

Jun 25, 2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Herbert Thomas Winslow. He was born November 1st ,1952 and passed away Thursday, June 25th, 2026. After being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in 2020, Herbert fought with unwavering courage and strength. He was a devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, and friend. He and his wife built a successful business...

Linwood Chapman Koon

Linwood Chapman Koon

Jun 23, 2026

Linwood Chapman Koon, 89, passed from this life into his eternal life on June 23, 2026, in Edenton, NC.

He was the youngest and last surviving child born to George D. Koon and Harriett A. Chapman Koon. Link, as he was known to his family , was born and raised in Norfolk County, VA. He retired from Norfolk Naval Shipyard after...

Wilhelm "Willy" Schonenberger

Wilhelm "Willy" Schonenberger

Jun 22, 2026

Wilhelm "Willy" Schonenberger, 90, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 22, 2026.

Willy was born in Switzerland on May 28, 1936. He immigrated to the United States in 1958 to work as a professional embroidery designer. He proudly served in the US Army National Guard. With his wife, Rosmarie, he later started his own successful embroidery company in West New York,...

Nancy Parenti Nicholls

Nancy Parenti Nicholls

Jun 19, 2026

Nancy Parenti Nicholls of Edenton, NC passed away on June 19, 2026 in her home surrounded by her family. Nancy was born on April 29, 1948, in Burlington, VT. She was the daughter of the late James Mark Parenti and Marion Mario Parenti.

A graduate of Pierce College for Women, Nancy pursued a career and raised her family while living in...

Sherlon Cale Layton

Sherlon Cale Layton

Jun 23, 2026

Sherlon Cale Layton, 92, of Edenton, NC entered into eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on June 23, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Spivey Layton in 2018. Sherlon was the last remaining sibling of John Thomas Layton and Bertha Harrell Layton. He grew up in and loved being a part of a large family...

Elizabeth Edwards Newberry

Elizabeth Edwards Newberry

Jun 22, 2026

Elizabeth Edwards Newberry, of Hertford, NC, passed away peacefully after a long battle of dementia on Monday, June 22, 2026.

Born on February 27, 1940, Elizabeth was the daughter of Samuel Bruce Edwards, Sr. and Hazel Mae Mumford Edwards, both deceased.

Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband of 68 years, YZ Newberry; her daughters, Catherine N. Davis and...

Janice Burkett Wagal

Janice Burkett Wagal

Jun 21, 2026

Janice Burkett Wagal, 77, of Ahoskie, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2026 in Ahoskie House. She was born in Hertford County on Saturday, May 14, 1949, and was the daughter of the late Merrick Singleton Burkett and Bessie Marie Tillery Burkett.

Growing up on a farm, Janice enjoyed working with her hands, and was known as, "Nannie Mae." She kept a...

Wilson Lee "Buddy" Roughton

Wilson Lee "Buddy" Roughton

Jun 19, 2026

Wilson Lee “Buddy” Roughton, 91, of Zack Circle, Elizabeth City, NC went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, June 19, 2026.

Mr. Roughton was born in Elizabeth City on February 4, 1935, to the late Eunice Theron and Betty Gregory Roughton, and was a 1953 graduate of Elizabeth City High School. He served in the army...

Loretta Ann Hill Smith

Loretta Ann Hill Smith

Jun 19, 2026

Loretta Ann Hill Smith, 87, of Gatesville, NC, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, June 19, 2026 at Gates House Assisted Living.

Mrs. Smith was born in Washington County on September 20, 1938, and was the wife of the late Frederick Parker “Freddie” Smith, Jr. and daughter of the late Thomas M. and Elizabeth Langston Hill. Loretta last...

W. Robert "Bob" Germain

W. Robert "Bob" Germain

Jun 17, 2026

W. Robert ‘Bob’ Germain, of Edenton, NC, passed peacefully surrounded by family at home on June 17, 2026. Born in Detroit, MI to the late G.C. Ronald and Mabel (Vincent) Germain, Bob approached life with enthusiasm and unwavering optimism.

Growing up in Michigan, Bob developed a lifelong passion for boats and trains. After graduating from the University of Michigan in 1964,...

Anna "Christine" White

Anna "Christine" White

Jun 17, 2026

Anna "Christine" White White, of 552 Gliden Road, Hobbsville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on June 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord, Christine lived a life marked by kindness, compassion, and unwavering dedication to her family, church, and community.

Christine retired as an office...

Jessie Mae Liverman Vick

Jessie Mae Liverman Vick

Jun 16, 2026

Jessie Mae Liverman Vick, 84, of Winton, NC passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Born on December 10, 1941, Jessie Mae was the wife of the late Larry Leamon Vick and the daughter of Jessie Craig Liverman and Lettie Virginia Herrick Liverman, both deceased.

Jessie Mae was a dedicated and faithful member of the Winton Baptist Church and a retired...

Betty Louise Mathias

Betty Louise Mathias

Jun 16, 2026

Betty Louise Mathias, 83, passed away peacefully on June 16, at the Ahoskie House Assisted Living Facility.

Born August 25, 1942, in Ahoskie, NC, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Paul Mathias and Annie Piland Mathias. A member of Winton Baptist Church, Betty found strength and joy in her faith throughout her life.

Betty dedicated many years to caring for...

Charles James Krout

Charles James Krout

Jun 14, 2026

Charles James Krout, born on May 16, 1962, in Baltimore, Maryland, passed away surrounded by the love of his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Faye Krout and Wallace Krout, and his brother, Wallace Krout Jr.

Charles is survived by his beloved wife of 18 years, Michelle Krout. Married on February 15, 2008, they shared a deep bond built...

Carolyn Jeanette Wilson Forehand

Carolyn Jeanette Wilson Forehand

Jun 13, 2026

Carolyn Jeanette Wilson Forehand, 85, of Edenton, NC, passed away at her home on June 13, 2026.

She was born in Chowan County on November 15th, 1940 to Elton Ray Wilson and Ella Marsha Harrell Wilson. Married to Carl Forehand for 67 years, she said the secret to their long marriage was that they raised each other. Carolyn enjoyed cooking for...

Joyce Gaino Jones

Joyce Gaino Jones

Jun 13, 2026

Joyce Gaino Jones, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed peacefully in her sleep on June 13, 2026, following a courageous battle with ALS. She was at home, surrounded by the love of her closest family.

Born on January 14, 1945, in Wilmington, Delaware, Joyce was the daughter of the late Joseph and Olga Gaino. She grew up in...

Michael Fernando Robertson

Michael Fernando Robertson

Jun 11, 2026

Michael Fernando Robertson, 50, of Hertford, NC passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

Born on February 2, 1976, Michael was the husband of Robin Blue Robertson and the son of the late Millard Fernando “Buddy” Robertson and Laura Taylor Leeman, who survives. Michael proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for six years.

Survivors include his wife, Robin; mother,...

David Aaron "Big Dave" Clark

David Aaron "Big Dave" Clark

Jun 10, 2026

David Aaron “Big Dave” Clark, 62, a lifetime resident of Gates County, NC passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.

Born on March 19, 1964, Dave was the husband of Jane Phelps Clark and the son of Edward Aaron Clark and Jean West Clark, both deceased. He graduated from Suffolk Christian School in 1982 and was employed by Dixie Auto Parts...

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