Local obituaries for Miller & Van Essendelft Funeral Homes & Crematory
Mary Ellen Hollowell Briggs
Sep 19, 2026
Mary Ellen Hollowell Briggs, 85, of Sunbury, NC passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Born on September 20, 1940, Mary was the wife of the late Hurley Briggs, Sr. and was the daughter of William Henry Hollowell and Frances Ellen Goodwin Hollowell, both deceased. In addition to her husband and parents, Mary was preceded in death by her step-son,...
Victoria Lynn James
Sep 12, 2026
Victoria Lynn James, a beacon of light and love, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the age of 43. Born on July 22, 1983, in Ahoskie, NC, Victoria grew up surrounded by family, warmth, and a deeply ingrained love for life. She resided in Durham, NC, where her vibrant spirit touched countless lives.
Victoria was the cherished daughter, sister,...
Charles Ervin Gregory, Jr.
Sep 19, 2026
Charles Ervin Gregory, Jr., 64, of Edenton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, at his home surrounded by family.
Born December 16, 1961, in Tifton, Georgia, he was the son of Charles Ervin Gregory, Sr. and Sarah Ethel Rainwater Gregory.
Charles is survived by his wife of 16 years, Lisa Grizzard Gregory; his stepchildren, Janelle Austin, Joshua Austin, and...
Kimberly Baker
Sep 17, 2026
Greenville - Kimberly Jean "Kim" Baker, 61, passed peacefully on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at her home surrounded by family and friends. A memorial service will be held Sunday, September 27 at 2 pm at Ayden Christian Church. The family will receive friends following the service at the church.
Kim was a native of Edenton and lived the majority of her...
Lucy White Lawendowski
Sep 16, 2026
Lucy White Lawendowski, 81, of Camden, NC passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Born on March 12, 1945, Lucy was raised in Newland Township, NC, and was the daughter of Joseph Wilson White and Virgie Lee Bunch White, both deceased. She was the wife of the late Thomas Carl Lawendowski. In addition to her husband and parents, Lucy was...
Forrest Hunter Rountree, Jr.
Sep 13, 2026
Forrest Hunter Rountree, Jr., 82, of Eure, NC passed away peacefully at his residence with his loving family by his side on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Born on January 1, 1944, Forrest was the husband of 58 years to Sandra Williams Rountree and was the son of Forrest Hunter Rountree, Sr. and Allie Starling Rountree, both deceased. In addition to his...
Hubert Dale Vanscoy, Sr.
Sep 12, 2026
Hubert Dale Vanscoy, a cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, at the age of 96. Born in Randolph County, West Virginia, on November 12, 1929, Hubert was the son of the Late James A. Vanscoy and Dolly Grace Taylor Vanscoy.
A proud veteran, Hubert honorably served his country in...
Johnny Michael Thomas
Sep 11, 2026
Johnny Michael Thomas, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the age of 53. Born on December 19, 1972, in Bertie, NC, Johnny spent much of his life in the area he loved, surrounded by the natural beauty and close-knit community of Windsor, NC.
Johnny was a dedicated manager, known for his commitment and...
James Ronald Crooke "Jim" "Ronnie"
Sep 10, 2026
James Ronald Crooke “Jim” “Ronnie,” 78 of Raleigh, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at UNC Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC.
Jim was born in Hamlet, NC on October 30, 1947, alongside his twin brother Wriston Donald Crooke, and was the son of the late James Wriston and Lora Mae Crooke.
Jim grew up in Hamlet, NC and was...
Janice Lovelle Chappell Wood
Sep 10, 2026
Janice Lovelle Chappell Wood, 86, of Edenton, NC, passed peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2026 surrounded and honored by her family.
Janice was born in Chowan County on July 22, 1940 to the late John Ervin and Rehem Dail Chappell. She was preceded in death by her husband Lester Garland Wood; by sisters, Lessie Benton Hobbs and Lois Hobbs and brother,...
Lillie Forbes English
Sep 10, 2026
Lillie Forbes English, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2026, surrounded by her devoted family. Born on November 9, 1936, in Camden, NC, Lillie was a cherished daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many.
Lillie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Eldridge Eugene English Sr. who she is now with; son, Timothy Wayne English; her father,...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 Charles Ferrell 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 and...
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...
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