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Roger Dean Barger AVON -- Roger Dean Barger, 42, died on Dec. 24, 2011 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville, N.C. A memorial service will be held on Hatteras Island at a later date. Arrangements will be made by Wilkerson Funeral Home and Crematory in Greenville, N.C. Comments and condolences can be made to the family on the funeral obituary page guest book at http://www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com/obituaries.php?page=0&op=view&id=1646 Kyle Williams BUXTON -- Kyle Williams, 47, of Buxton passed away on Dec. 28, 2011. She was born in Springfield, Va., and was the daughter of Patricia Henson and the late John Morton Henson. She was the owner of The Munchkin Academy and served on many Child Advocate Boards. She was a graduate of East Carolina University with a RNBSN degree, was a Girl Scout Leader of Troop 2785, and a faithful member of Heritage of Faith Family Church. Besides her mother, she is survived by her husband, John “Johnny” Lynch Williams, Jr.; two sons, John “Jake” Lynch Williams III and his son, Kayden Elijah Stowe, and Benjamin Jeffrey Williams, all of Buxton; two daughters, Kathryn Ruth Williams and Hannah Claire Williams, both of Buxton; two brothers, Steve Henson and wife, Cynthia, of Nokesville, Va., and their children, Chase, Shane and Seth, and Chris Henson and wife, Cynthia, of San Diego, Calif., and their children, Hunter, Tommy, and Scotty; one sister, Pamela Desmond of Charlottesville, Va., and her sons, Christopher and Michael. She is also survived by her extended family, mother- and father-in-law, John Lynch Williams, Sr. and Barbara Williams; sister-in-law, Sheree Markley and husband, Jamie, and their two children, Sarah Blount and Joshua Covey; brother-in-law, Jarvis Lee Williams and wife, Donna, of Buxton and their son, Jarvis “Ji” Lee Williams, and close family friend, Dr. Al Hodges; and her loving dog, Maui. A memorial service will be held at Heritage of Faith Family Church in Frisco on Monday, Jan. 2, at 2: p.m. with the Rev. David Stowe officiating. Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com Jane Elizabeth Marcus FRISCO -- Jane Elizabeth Marcus, 62, died Dec. 13, 2011. Born in Baltimore, Md., she was the daughter of the late Peter Barns and Jane Elizabeth Murphy Barns. She is survived by two daughters, Holly Marcus of Frisco and Nikki Skae of Buxton, and two grandchildren, Alex Peele and Bradley Culican. A memorial service will be held at Hatteras Assembly of God on Tuesday, Dec. 20, at 1 p.m. Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com Veda Gray Merrill AVON -- Veda Gray Merrill, 68, died on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011 in a Chesapeake, Va., hospital. Mrs. Merrill, a native of Avon, was a manager for the Outer Banks Motel and a member of St. John’s United Methodist Church. She was the daughter of the late Burgess and Amanda Gray. She was also preceded in death by a son, Darrell “Buddy” Merrill, Jr., and a brother, Tillman Ray Gray. Mrs. Merrill is survived by her husband, Darrell Thomas Merrill, of the residence; a daughter, Della Ray Green of Avon; a son, William “Billy” Merrill, also of Avon; a brother-in-law, Winston Merrill of Virginia, and three grandchildren, Amanda Hooper, Michael Green, Jr., and William Merrill, Jr. Funeral services will be held at the Avon Worship Center on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Bryan Gray officiating. Burial will be in the Gray Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday from 6 until 8 p.m. Twiford Funeral Home, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com Anthony Eugene Bisantz RODANTHE -- The family of Anthony E. "Tony" Bisantz have planned a memorial Mass of Celebration and Resurrection for Saturday, Dec. 10, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Seas Church in Buxton. Tony's freiends and neighbors are invited to attend. Anthony Eugene Bisantz, 74, died peacefully at home on Hatteras Island on Oct. 13, 2011, after a brief illness. Tony was born in Buffalo, N.Y., the son of the late Eugene A and Anne Jordan Bisantz. Tony leaves his wife of 51 years, Charlotte Cook Bisantz, his children Carrie of Golden, Colo.; Robert (Lynn) of Cary, N.C.; Ellen (Mike deVries) of Kaarst, Germany; and Charles (Lynn) of Austin Texas; his sisters, Mary E. of Raleigh and Rodanthe, N.C., and Jean Patricia (Anthony) Caldiero of Buffalo, N.Y. He also leaves nine grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Eugene Anthony II, his brother John W. of Kenmore, N.Y., and his sister Martha A., GNSH of Buffalo N.Y. Tony was a graduate of Bishop Fallon High School and Canisius College in Buffalo. He retired after 23 years in the U.S. Army as a Lieutenant Colonel. He served his country around the world, including two tours of duty in the Republic of Viet Nam, during which he was awarded the Silver Star for valor in the face of the enemy. Other military honors included the Bronze Star with Oak Leaf Cluster, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Legion of Merit. After military retirement, Tony worked as a financial consultant in Moline, Ill., retiring again in 1995. Not only was Tony a hero for his countrymen, but he showed the same devotion to his family and loved ones, his church, and his community. Tony and Charlotte relocated to Rodanthe, where he served with the Chicamacomico Banks Volunteer Fire Department (CBVFD), volunteered with Our Lady of the Seas Catholic Church (OLS,) and as a tax aide in the AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program. Memorial services will be held at a later date, with final internment in Arlington National Cemetery. Donations in Tony’s memory may be made to the CBVFD, Our Lady of the Seas Church, Buxton N.C., or Dare County Home Health and Hospice. Ila Matson Smith FRISCO -- Ila Matson Smith (1927 – 2011) passed away peacefully, in her sleep, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Joseph Shields Matson and the late Ila Elizabeth McBurney. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Charles Edward Smith. A resident of Hatteras Island since 1978, she was a graduate of Carnegie Tech (now Carnegie Mellon), majoring in Art. Ila was a well known artist, and many of her works can be found at local art galleries. Ms. Smith is survived by her daughters, Holly Smith West of Frisco and Shawn Matson Budd (husband, Tom) of Waterlily. Also surviving are her three grandchildren, Spring Weight (husband, Brian) of Pittsburgh, Pa., Heather Gardiner (husband, Krage) of Manteo, and Ben Budd (wife, Suzy) of State College, Pa. Also left to cherish her memory are her four great-grandchildren, Daniel, Chase, Taylor, and Ella. Ila is also survived by her sister, Ethel Campbell, and nephew, Kevin Campbell, both of Scottsdale, Ariz. The family will honor her request to be cremated and have no funeral. However, the family will host an open house for family and visitors on Sunday, Nov. 27, from 1 until 4 p.m. at their residence, 51233 Lullaby Lane in Frisco. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ms. Ila Smith can be made to the Hatteras Island Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 639, Buxton, NC 27920. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com Jason Elbert ‘J.E.’ Buckner BUXTON -- Jason Elbert “J.E.” Buckner, our beloved husband, daddy and pap left us to go to be with Jesus in Heaven. He died suddenly on Nov. 7, 2011. J.E. is the son of the late Otto and Della Buckner of Mars Hill, N.C., and was preceded in death by his brother, Harold Buckner, and sister, Lena Buckner Ray. Prior to retiring to Hatteras Island in 2001, J.E. owned and operated Blue Ridge Tractor & Equipment in Asheville, N.C., for 30 years and owned a Dairy Farm for 18 years in Mars Hill and Franklin, N.C., after attending Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa, N.C. After coming to Hatteras Island, he enjoyed gardening, picture framing, and working at Hatteras Realty. Left behind to cherish his loving memory is his wife and love of his life, Diane Buckner of Buxton, and his family -- daughters: Jayne Buckner, Jacque Buckner, Janet Buckner, Angie and Steve Carver, Sharon Fields, Tasha Sanford; grandchildren: Jason R. Buckner, Julia Ruff, Cade, Justin and Kaitlyn Hoogerhyde, Jessica Ruff , Clayton Ruff, Jonathan Long, Brandon Sanford; and several great-grandchildren; nieces Patricia Buckner (Glen), Delores Wyatt (Larry), Cindy Edwards (Ricky), and Elaine Thomas (David) of Mars Hill. A special thank you to “Doc” Bentley Crabtree and staff for your kindness, caring, and medical excellence. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Nov. 10, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Twiford’s Island Chapel in Hatteras village. Funeral will follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor Roger Barnett officiating. Pallbearers are Jason R. Buckner, Steve Carver, Mike Naughton, and Keith Cutler Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com Bertha Garrish O’Neal OCRACOKE -- Bertha Garrish O’Neal, 91, died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2011 at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Mrs. O’Neal, a native of Ocracoke, was the original owner of the Bluff Shoal Motel. She was a member of the Ocracoke United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, and the Order of Eastern Star. Mrs. O’Neal enjoyed working in her yard, but the love of her life was her family. She was the daughter of the late Preston G. and Bertha O. Garrish and the widow of the late Van Henry O’Neal. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Carrie G. Salter, Olive G. Garrish and Aldenia G. Whitehurst, and two brothers, Richard Powers Garrish and Alfred S. Garrish. Mrs. O’Neal is survived by a daughter, Christine O’Neal and husband, Ben; a son, Ronnie Van O’Neal, Sr. and wife, Martha, all of Ocracoke; a brother, Preston J. “Jule” Garrish of Beaufort, N.C.; two grandchildren, Ronnie Van O’Neal, Jr., Shannon Love and husband, Eric; three great-grandchildren, Ronnie Van O’Neal, III, Lindsay Love, Preston Love. Funeral services will be held at Ocracoke United Methodist Church on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Laura Stern officiating. A committal service will follow in the Garrish Family Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Ocracoke United Methodist Church. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com Clarence E. Midgett RODANTHE -- Clarence E. “CE” Midgett, 61, died Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011 at his residence. Born in Dare County, he was the son of the late Clarence E. Midgett, Jr. and Lillian Payne Midgett. Mr. Midgett was a veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of Clarks Bethel Church in Salvo. Mr. Midgett is survived by his loving wife and love of his life, Shelia Jones Midgett of the home; a daughter, Kelly Williams of Cartersville, Ga.; two stepdaughters, Baby Girl Nicole Furman of Chesapeake, Va., and Kim Brown of Virginia Beach, Va.; a sister, Janice Haines of Waves; a brother, Steve Midgett of Rodanthe; three grandchildren, and two step-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 2 p.m. in Twiford Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Cris Noble officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at 4:30 p.m. in Good Hope Methodist Church Cemetery, Chesapeake, Va., by the Rev. Calvin Corbett. The family will receive friends and relatives Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 1 until 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 E. Church Street, Elizabeth City, is serving the Midgett family. 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Sue Pieno HATTERAS -- Amy Sue Pieno, 48, died Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011 in Wrightsville Beach, N.C., following a Diving accident. Amy was born in Cannonsburg, Pa., on July 1, 1963, the daughter of the late Walter Rybarski and Shirley F. Rybarski of Cannonsburg, who survives her. She was the owner and operator of the Outer Banks Diving Shop on Hatteras Island. Also surviving are her husband, Johnny Pieno, daughter Kailee and son Johnny of the home, brother Tim Rybarski of Long Valley, N.J., and sister Diane Morris of Cannonsburg. A number of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive. A memorial service will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22, at Hatteras United Methodist Church in Hatteras village. The Rev. Cory Oliver will officiate at the service. A reception will follow at the Hatteras Village Community Building. Memorial donations may be made to the Pieno College Fund, c/o First South Bank, P.O. Box 99, Buxton, NC 27920. Wilmington Funeral & Cremation is handling the arrangements. Memories of Amy can be shared and condolences sent to the family at the website, http://www.wilmingtoncares.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1287359&fh_id=11255 |
Charles E. Todd GREENWOOD, S.C. -- Charles E. Todd, 64, of 4408 Highway 25 South, husband of Geraldine Brown Todd, died Monday, Oct. 17, 2011 at his home. Born in Abbeville, S.C., he was a son of the late Charles Strong Todd, Jr. and Winnie Mae Todd. He was a graduate of Greenwood High School, received his B.A. degree in English from Lander University, Greenwood, S.C., and received professional designations in insurance and risk management from the Insurance Institute of America. He retired from MARTA, Atlanta, where he worked in Risk Management. While in Atlanta, he served with the United Way, receiving recognition for fundraising efforts during their campaign drives. He was a founding member of the Greenwood (S.C.) Sertoma Club and was a member of Callie Self Memorial Baptist Church, Greenwood. Surviving is his wife of the home; three children, Ruth Todd Morgan of Buxton, N.C., Charles Allen Todd (Jennifer) of Greenwood, and Andrew Chapman Todd (Heather Harris) of Hodges, S.C.; stepchildren, Russell “Russ” Harrison, Brad Harrison (Missy), Pamela Patterson, all of Greenwood, and Priscilla Palmer (Roger) of Simpsonville, S.C.; three sisters, Ruth Todd Boyd and Kathy Todd Darragh, both of Greenwood, and Linda Todd Bone of Abbeville, S.C.; four brothers, Alan McCane Todd of Greenwood, David Crosby Todd of Abbeville, S.C., Daniel Kennedy Todd of Kirksey, S.C. and Samuel McClain Todd of Greenwood; 12 grandchildren, Victoria Elizabeth Gonce of Ninety Six, S.C., Ashley Nicole Bateman, Christopher James Bateman and Andrew Allen Paul Bateman, all of Buxton, N.C., Lewis Wilburn Todd of Greenwood, Alexus Paige Harris of Hodges, S.C., DeeAnne Morgan and Lewis Thomas Morgan, both of Buxton, N.C., Madison Hope Harris of Hodges, S.C., Matthew Allen Todd and Catherine Anne Todd, both of Greenwood, and Aiden Charles Todd of Hodges; six step-grandchildren and two step-great -grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Harley Funeral Home Chapel, Greenwood. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. The family members are at their respective homes. Memorials may be made to the Greenwood Cancer Fund, PO Box 612, Greenwood, SC 29648. Messages may be sent to the family by visiting www.harleyfuneralhome.com. |
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Gary Wade Midgett RODANTHE -- Gary Wade Midgett, 46, son of Mildred Midgett and the late Herbert K. Midgett, Jr., passed away suddenly on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2011. He is preceded in death by his brother Herbert K. Midgett III and Uncle Joseph “Mac” Midgett. Gary is survived by three children, Kayleigh Mae, Emma Joy, and Andrew Moore Midgett of Colington, N.C., and grandson Kaiden “Wade” Earley.In addition to his mother and children, Gary is survived by a sister, Linda Midgett; a brother, David Midgett and wife Kit of Rodanthe; and his aunts Maggie Smith and Marilyn Midgett, of Rodanthe. Gary is also survived by his special cousins, Willie, Jacob, and Lauren Smith of Rodanthe and Wilmington, N.C.; Joey Midgett of Frisco; Martha Caldwell and husband Scott, and Myra and Claudia Caldwell of Hatteras, and many special cousins and friends. Also left to cherish his memory is his girlfriend, Bonnie Jo Waits of Wanchese. Gary was affiliated with Mac’s Garage all of his life and has run it since his Uncle Mac passed away. He was also a commercial fisherman and was well known for being always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Gary will be greatly missed. The Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9, at the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Center in Rodanthe, with the Rev. James Bliss officiating. Burial will immediately follow the service in the Midgett Family Cemetery in Rodanthe. Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. on Sat., Oct. 8, at the Community Center and, and at other times, the family will receive friends at 24228 Dean Ave. in Rodanthe. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Isaac (Ike) James Williams FRISCO -- Isaac (Ike) James Williams, 79, passed away on Oct. 2, 2011 at his home. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard and retired from Western Electric, Lucent Technologies. Ike was the son of the late Eddie and Sara Williams and the last survivor of their children, Eddie Jr., Ennis, Shelton Williams, and Alice Etz. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Hite, and his son, Edward Williams. He leaves behind, until they are joined in the loving arms of Jesus, his loving wife and best friend, Theresa Austin Williams. Ike is survived by his sons, Isaac Jr., Randy, and Chris, his daughter, Lori Eanes, and his son Ryan White. He was blessed with 10 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. He lived life to the fullest and gave of himself to his family, friends, and community. A memorial service will be held at Little Grove United Methodist Church in Frisco on Friday, Oct. 7, at 10 a.m., and his friend, the Rev. Cory Oliver, will lead us in a celebration of Ike’s life. Donations can be made to the Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 442, Hatteras, NC 27943. Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the Williams Family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com.
Louis Martin Buttke FRISCO
-- Louis Martin Buttke (Bud), 83, husband of Karen Ann Buttke, son of
the late Louis Francis Buttke and the late Helen Gould Buttke, passed
away on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011 at his residence. Born in
Edgewater, N. J., Bud served in the U.S. Maritime Service before moving
to Bay Shore, N.Y., where he owned an auto body repair shop for over 20
years. He also was a member of the Bay Shore Fire Department, serving
as captain of the Hook and Ladder Co. After moving to Frisco
in
1972, Bud opened Hatteras Originals cabinet shop and became well known
in the community for his skill with and passion for woodworking. He
later became affiliated with the Hatteras Island Marlin Club, where he
served for many years on the Board of Directors. Bud is preceded in death by his sisters, June Ballarine and Violet Ghostlaw, a brother, James Buttke, his former wife, Marjorie Connolly Buttke, and also his former wife, Dorothy Wicks Buttke. In addition to his wife, Karen, Bud is survived by his sister, Elizabeth Buttke of New York; his daughter, Maureen Kuretich of New York; and his sons, Dr. Thomas Buttke and wife Mary of Kitty Hawk Timothy Buttke of New York. Also surviving are his stepchildren, Linda Roth and Terry Kogot. Left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren, Kristin Buttke, Kimberly Long, Tammy Tressler, Christopher Kuretich and great-grandchildren, Daniel Tressler and “CJ” Kuretich, along with his step-grandchildren, Alison Raver and Gregory Roth, and a step-great-grandson, Benjamin Raver. The funeral will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, Oct. 1, at Twiford Funeral Home on Kohler Road in Hatteras. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until noon prior to the service and Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m., also at Twiford Funeral Home in Hatteras. Following the service, Mr. Buttke will be cremated, in accordance with his wishes. In addition to flowers, donations can be made in honor of Mr. Louis M. Buttke to the N.C. Disaster Relief Association by visiting their website www.ncdisasterrelief.org. Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the Buttke Family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com.
Jason Robert Conley
Ruby Gray Williams
Elizabeth Dean Stirling BUXTON
-- Elizabeth Dean Stirling, 72, died on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2011 at her
residence. Ms. Stirling was born in Edenton, N.C., and was a
registered nurse specializing in psychiatry. She was the
daughter
of the late Reverend Andrew and Doris Jennette Stirling.
Howard “Dutch” Cator BUXTON -- Howard J. "Dutch" Cator, 74, formerly of Pennsville, N.J., went to be with the Lord on Sept. 1, 2011. Howard was born Nov. 19, 1936 in Binghamton, N.Y., to Wallace and Mildred Cator. Howard loved surf fishing and was known by everyone at "The Point" as Sand-spike and he was also an active member of Cape Hatteras Baptist Church. Howard served his country in the United States Army from 1955 to 1958. He worked at Dupont, Chambers Works for 30 years as a pipe fitter then retired in 1992 to Buxton. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Elaine, and three daughters, Deborah Haldeman and her husband Dutch of Pennsville, Brenda Hulmes and her husband Don of Lower Alloways Creek, and Margie Craven and her husband Jim of Pennsville. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be held at Cape Hatteras Baptist Church at a later date. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Frank H. Denz AVON -- Frank H. Denz, 88, died Aug. 2, 2011, at Sentara Barco Nursing Home. Frank was born in Bronx, N.Y., on Aug. 19, 1922. He served in the Navy during World War II aboard the submarine, U.S.S. Tambor, in the Pacific. After the war he joined the Merchant Marine, then the U.S. Postal Service from which he retired. Frank's love of the water brought him to Hatteras Island, where he lived out his retirement. Frank was predeceased by a son, William, who died at age 9. Surviving are his daughter, Jana Marie Denz, of Binghamton, N.Y., a nephew, Paul M. Calvert of Washington, D.C., and other nieces and nephews. In accordance with his wishes, Frank was buried in the Long Island National Cemetery, next to his son, on Aug. 9, 2011. Crystal Lee Wilson CLINTON – Sgt. First Class Crystal Lee Wilson, 39, of 109 Duffer’s Walk, died Thursday Aug. 11, 2011. A Funeral Mass will be conducted 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 15, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 104 E. John Street, Clinton, NC. with Father Mark Betti officiating. SFC Wilson was born in Norfolk, Va., and was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where she served as a board member, lector, and Eucharistic minister. She was also a volunteer with the County Crisis Center and Emergency Management. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lorraine Ellen Shable Wilson, and her grandfather, Woodrow Wilson. She was the recruiting/retention NCO RRB-NC Clinton and had received several medals, ribbons, and citations during her 16 years of military service. She was a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. She is survived by her life partner, Linda Wynn, of the home; her son, Cameron Lee Medlin, of the home; her father, Kenneth Lee Wilson of Frisco; a brother, Keith Wilson of Frisco, and two god-daughters, Sasha Johnson and Kendallynn Faircloth. The family will receive friends Sunday from 5-7 p.m. at Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home and at other times at 89 Cabin Creek Lane, Clinton, NC. Condolences can be emailed to the family at www.crumpler-honeycutt.com . Arrangements by Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home, 118 Fayettteville St., Clinton, NC. 28328. Joseph Edward Jennette, Jr. CHESAPEAKE -- Joseph Edward Jennette, Jr., 82, died Saturday, July 23, 2011 at his residence. Born in Babylon, N.Y., he was the son of the late Joseph Edward and Ruby Woodal Jennette. He was a graduate of Cape Hatteras High School, a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard having retired as a Chief Boatswain Mate, and was a retired tug boat captain of 27 years with Norshipco. Mr. Jennette is survived by his wife, Charlotte June Meekins Jennette of the residence; four daughters, Charlotte Dixon and husband, John “Skip” of Manteo; Ruby Weston and husband, “Hot Rod,” of Chesapeake, Va., Ramona Griffin of Manteo, and Sandy Comey and husband, David, of Chesapeake, Va.; two sisters, Alice McCreevy and Josie Farrow, both of Buxton; two brothers, Steve and Dale Jennette, both of Buxton; eight grandchildren, Jennifer Dixon, Jed Dixon and wife, Amy, T.J. Leary, Lindsay Leary, Brandon Griffin and wife, Jamie, Colby Griffin, Justin Comey, and Ashlin Comey; and four great grandchildren, Cal and June Dixon and Madison and Mason Griffin. He was also preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Faith Griffin. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 27, at 11 a.m. at the Lighthouse Assembly of God with the Rev. Jonathan Bennett officiating. Burial will be in the Jennette Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives at Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo on Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com.  Elise
Peele DixonFRISCO -- Elise Peele Dixon, 89, formerly of Frisco, passed away at Dominion Village of Chesapeake on Saturday, July 23, 2011. A native of Hatteras, she was the daughter of the late Leo Peele and the late Beatrice Austin Peele. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Bertie Dixon, Jr. and was the last of nine children, including Maurice Lambert Peele, Wallace Lee Peele, Nacy Austin Peele, Beatrice Barnett, Lovey Alice Leatherwood, Juanita Jennette, and William Maxton Peele. Mrs. Dixon is survived by her son, Bertie Dixon III of Frisco, and her grandsons, Bert Dixon, IV and wife Jessica of Chesapeake and Andrew Dixon and wife Heather of Portsmouth, Va. Also left to cherish her memory are her great grandchildren, Chase, Carolyn, Alex, Hunter, and Jackson. Up until her last few years, she had unbounded energy and always had a kind word for everyone. She worked at various jobs for 70 years as a cigar tobacco leaf roller in Charleston, skinned hot dogs in Smithfield, worked at Colonial Stores, Giant Open Air Market, various motels, at grocery stores, and restaurants on Hatteras Island. She also worked for several years as assistant manager at Teach’s Lair Marina. Ms. Dixon’s belief was “give me flowers while I live,” so the family has designated that, in lieu of funeral flowers, donations be made, in her memory to, Order of the Eastern Star, Hatteras Island Chapter #303, P. O. Box 1103, Buxton, NC 27920 or the Hatteras Island Food Pantry, P.O. Box 1591, Buxton, NC 27920. The Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27, at Hatteras United Methodist Church with Rev. Dwight Burrus officiating. There will be an opportunity for viewing and signing the register just prior to the service, from 1 until 2 p.m. Burial will be in Quidley Cemetery in Buxton. Twiford Funeral Homes’ Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements.  Doris Davis McGowan WINSTON-SALEM -- Doris Davis McGowan, 82, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2011 after a short stay at the Brian Center of Winston-Salem. Funeral services will be held at the New Bethel Baptist Church in Tobaccoville on Sunday, July 24, at 3 p.m. followed by a covered dish dinner in the fellowship hall. The Rev. Toby Tilley will conduct the services. Doris Rae Davis was born in Yadkin County on Jan. 16, 1929. She was the daughter of Walter L. and Della Hutchins Davis from the Yadkinville area. Her grandfather was one of the founding members of the New Bethel Baptist Church and is believed to have donated the land it sits on. Many of her family members are buried in the church’s cemetery. Walter and Della had nine children and were tobacco farmers until Walters’s death in 1970. Their children and grandchildren were raised on hard work, great country cooking, and a loving family. Doris met her husband Louie R. McGowan at Western Electric, where they were both employed in 1947. Louie retired from Western after many years as an electrician. Doris went on to work in retail for Thalhimer’s department store and as a homemaker. Doris and Louie raised two sons, Tony Wayne McGowan and Keith Lewis McGowan. Both Doris and Louie were heavily involved with the Junior Order Children’s Home of Lexington, N.C., during their early retirement years and with caring for foster children in their home on Thomasville Road. Doris loved and was dedicated to her family and loved ones. She was the rock of her children’s lives and of the family and will be dearly missed by all. She was preceded in death by her husband Louie, mother and father Della and Walter, sister Katie Willard, brother Larry Wayne Davis, brother Coy Davis, and sister Ethel Davis. She is survived by her children, Tony McGowan of Ocracoke and Keith McGowan of Gloucester, Va.; sisters Sarah Hauser of Pinnacle, N.C., Jolene Tilley and husband Rev. Toby Tilley of Siloam, N.C., and Della Bernice Dunning of Kernersville, N.C., and grandchildren, Davis Patrick McGowan of Wilmington, N.C., and Morgan Casey McGowan of Gloucester, Va., and her loving and faithful dog Nellie. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the name of Doris Davis McGowan to the New Bethel Baptist Church, 6340 Ridge Road, Tobaccoville, NC 27050 Leonard Larkin ‘Lee’ Browning BUXTON -- Leonard Larkin "Lee" Browning, Jr. 90, passed away at his residence on Thursday, July 7, 2011. Lee was born March 28, 1921 in Birmingham, Ala., son of Leonard and Ada Redd Browning. A graduate of Georgia Tech, he took time out from college to serve in the Pacific Theater as an army signal corps officer during World War II. As a registered professional engineer, he worked for R.J. Reynolds Tobacco for 35 years. Lee was a ham radio operator (KA4ZDE), an avid antique radio collector, and a radio history aficionado. It was his passionate efforts that resulted in the historical marker in Buxton being erected to acknowledge the important contributions of Reginald Fessenden. Fessenden was the first person to broadcast words over radio waves and did so from a transmitter in Buxton to a receiver on Roanoke Island. He leaves behind his wife of more than 60 years, Dixie Burrus Browning; his daughter, Elizabeth Browning Fox, and her children, Randolph Lee Fox and Greyson Hill Fox; his son, Leonard Larkin "Lou" Browning III, and his wife, Linda Meyer Browning; a nephew, Charles Watson, and many loving extended family members. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations, in his name, may be made to Hatteras Island Wildlife Rehabilitation, P.O. Box 216, Frisco, NC 27936. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Martha Roberts Lynn OCRACOKE – Martha Roberts Lynn, formerly of Woodbridge, Va., died on Tuesday June 7, 2011 at her home in Ocracoke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Seymore Lynn Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Tabb Howard; her 4 sons, William H. Lynn, Andrew C. Lynn, Richard R. Lynn, Carl S. Lynn III; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, and her sister, Sue Roberts Forbes. She is also preceded in death by her siblings: Margaret Williams, Alexander Williams, Robert F. Roberts and Richard Roberts. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Martha’s life on Sunday, June 12, from 5-8 p.m. at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home, 13318 Occoquan Road, Woodbridge, Va. Funeral Services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at Pohick Episcopal Church, 9301 Richmond Hwy Lorton, Va. 22079 with interment to follow at Pohick Cemetery. A lifetime member of Pohick Episcopal Church, Martha was one of the founders of Historic Occoquan, as well as an activist who help get Potomac Hospital started. She lived in Occoquan, Woodbridge, and Stafford before she moved to Ocracoke Island in the early ‘90s. She loved the island and resisted leaving, even for family trips. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, contributions should be made in Martha’s name to the Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 332, Ocracoke, NC 27960 or ocracokevfd@gmail.com. Condolences may be sent to Mountcastle.net Elizabeth Anne Styron HATTERAS -- Elizabeth Anne Styron, 65, passed away on Sunday, June 5, at Colony Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Nags Head. A native of Hatteras village, she was the daughter of the late Edgar Lee Styron and the late Cathleen Stowe Styron. Ms. Styron will be remembered for her love of reading and fishing. She especially enjoyed competing in surf fishing tournaments. She was a member of Hatteras United Methodist Church and previously worked in management in the hotel industry, managing The Diplomat at the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Ms. Styron is survived by her two brothers, Homer Styron and wife Mary and Edgar Preston Styron, both of Hatteras, and her four sisters, Brenda Lee Freitager of Asheboro, N.C., Ronda Rasmusson of Badin Lake, N.C., Sherry Lynn Styron, also of Asheboro, and Amelia Sue Styron of Roanoke, Va.. Also left to cherish her memory are her many nieces and nephews, great-nieces, cousins, and her best friend, Dee Callahan. The family will honor Ms. Styron's wishes to be cremated and scattered in the Atlantic Ocean. A service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made, in honor of Ms. Elizabeth Anne Styron, to the Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 442, Hatteras, NC 27943 or to the Hatteras Village Library. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Pauline Rollinson BUXTON -- Pauline Rollinson Rollinson, 89, died on Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at the Avon Medical Center. Mrs. Rolllinson was born in Buxton, the daughter of the late Warren Rocky Rollinson and the late Cynthia Tolson Rollinson. Mrs. Rollinson was a homemaker, a quilter, and a devoted caregiver for her mentally challenged siblings, Lala and Louis. She was a member of the Little Grove United Methodist Church, and the Order of Eastern Star, Roanoke Island Chapter #79. She loved everybody and will be sorely missed by all who knew her. Besides her parents, Mrs. Rollinson was also preceded in death by her husband, John L. Rollinson and a son, Norwood Rollinson; sisters, Clara Hackbarth and Emma Lala Rolllinson; and brothers, James Rollinson, Belton Rollinson, George Rollinson, Charles Rollinson, and Louis Rollinson. Mrs. Rollinson is survived by a daughter, Ann Pearson of Camp Hill, Pa.; two grandchildren, Peggy Pentecost of Wanchese and Katherine Miller and husband Keith of Mechanicsburg, Pa.; three great-grandchildren, Jordan Pentecost of Wanchese and Foster Warren Miller and Margo Pauline Miller, both of Mechanicsburg, Pa.; many nieces and nephews; her caregiver, Arthur Fulcher, and her sister-in-law, Audrey Rollinson. Funeral services will be held at Little Grove United Methodist Church at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 28, with Rev. Cory Oliver officiating. Burial will be in the Rollinson Family Cemetery in Frisco. The family will receive friends at Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras on Friday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. John Buren Miller AVON – John Buren Miller, 76, of Avon, died Monday, May 23, in his residence. Mr. Miller was born in Avon and was retired as BCMS in the United States Coast Guard. He was a member of St. John’s United Methodist Church and a member of Cape Hatteras Masonic Lodge # 698 AF&AM and also served for six years as board member for Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative. He was the son of Lucy Farrow Miller of Avon and the late Dallas Buren Miller and the husband of Nita Price Miller of the home. Also surviving are his daughter, Teresa M. Midgett, and husband Barry of Avon and his son, John Buren Miller, Jr., and wife Jettie also of Avon; one brother, Dallas Miller, and wife Lois of Avon; two grandchildren, Blake Miller and Amanda Midgett, and one great grandchild, Jasmine Midgett; niece, Michelle, great nieces Alexandria and Mackenzie and great nephews Gavin and Zachery. Mr. Miller was pre-deceased by his grandson, Justin Yopp. A celebration of life will be in St. John’s United Methodist Church, Thursday. May 26, at 2:00 p.m. by Rev. Roger Dill and Rev. Bryan Gray. Military Honors will be held at the church and Masonic Rites will held at the graveside in Hooper Cemetery in Avon. In addition to flowers, memorials may be made to St. John’s United Methodist Church, 40336 McMullen Road, Avon, N.C. 27915. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Anthony John Borek OCRACOKE -- Anthony John Borek, 54, died on Thursday, May 5, 2011 in Ocracoke. Mr. Borek was born in Black River Falls, Wis., and was employed by the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Ferry Division. He was the son of Evelyn McIntyre Borek and the late Tony Borek and the husband of Jane Borek of Ocracoke. Besides his wife and mother, Mr. Borek is survived by a daughter, Rebecca Borek of Wisconsin Rapids, Wis.; three sons, Nicholas Borek of Wisconsin Rapids, Evan Borek of Ocracoke, and Benjamin Borek of Wisconsin Rapids; two sisters, Terresa Sternitzky of Neillsville, Wis., and Alice Sherman of Boone, N.C.; one brother, Russell of Black River Falls, Wis., and four grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, 6900 Swedish Road, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 on May 13, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at PO Box 1362, Ocracoke, NC 27960 or www.twifordfh.com. William ‘Bill’ Ray Snider SALVO -- William "Bill" Ray Snider, 73, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2011. Born on Dec. 4, 1937 in Sidney, Ohio, he was the son of the late Kenneth Ray Snider and the late Ollie Christina Snider (Helman). He had two siblings, which include his late brother, Robert, and his surviving sister, Lois. Bill graduated from Houston High School, Class of 1956, and followed by joining the U.S. Marine Corps. He was honorably discharged after three years of service. Bill married Barbara J. Snider (Robbins) on June 27, 1959. While starting their family, Bill worked for the city of Piqua, Ohio, as the Water System Superintendent, from which he retired after 26 years of faithful and dedicated service to the city and its citizens. Upon retiring, Bill and Barbara became residents of the tri-villages on Hatteras Island. He soon started his own business, Bill's R.V. Service. In addition to being a dedicated worker, he had a passion for fishing, hunting, traveling, and being with family. Bill was a respected member of the community and will be greatly missed by all. Bill is survived by his lovely wife, Barbara J. Snider, his three children, Kathryn A. Snider-Waren and her husband, Thomas, Kenneth W. Snider and Jill Schondelmyer, and Scott A. Snider and wife Lynnette; his four grandchildren, Erin N. Porter and her husband Richmond, Jennifer "Jaki" J. Warren and her fiance Cody Craig, Justin L. Schondelmyer, Emily K. Schondelmyer, and three great-grandchildren, Austin William Snider Porter, Jobell Christine Porter, and Barbara Jean Craig. The funeral celebrating Bill's life will be at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, at Fairhaven United Methodist Church with viewing one hour prior to the service (3 until 4 p.m.). Rev. Tom Murphy will officiate and military honors will be rendered at the conclusion of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association, in honor of Mr. William "Bill" R. Snider, by visiting the website, donate.americanheart.org or mail: P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-516, Phone: (800) 242-8721. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Alisa Jane Cahoon Bryan RODANTHE -- Alisa Jane Cahoon Bryan, 45, of Rodanthe, passed away Monday, April 18, 2011. Born in Norfolk, Va., she is the daughter of Bonnie Cahoon Covey of Rodanthe and the late Gene Stanley Cahoon of Columbia, N.C., and the stepdaughter of Pete Covey of Rodanthe. Ms. Bryan was a member of Lifeboat Community Church and a volunteer at the Food Pantry in Salvo. Ms. Bryan is survived by two sons, Paul Collin Hancock and Charles Ian Hancock of Rodanthe; two daughters, Miranda Kaye Hancock of Brooksville, Fla., and Gina Natasha Willis of Raleigh; three brothers, David Cahoon and wife, Teresa, of Wanchese, Scott Cahoon of Snow Hill, N.C., and Thomas Cahoon and wife, Tammi, of Wakefield, Va.; three grandchildren, Logan Gene-Christopher Willis, David Micah Hancock, and Adam Ray Hancock, and her estranged husband, Keith Bryan of Inverness, Fla. A celebration of her life will be held at Lifeboat Community Church at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, in Salvo with Pastor Steve Simmons officiating. A reception will be held at the church directly following the service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Alisa Jane Cahoon Bryan Memorial Fund; Bank of Commonwealth, P.O. Box 718, Waves, NC 27982. (Make checks payable to Bonnie Covey). Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Emaline Marie Paiano BUXTON -- Emaline Marie Paiano (nee Olson), 80, of Old Lighthouse Road passed away at the Outer Banks Hospital on Friday, April 8, 2011. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Stanley C. Olson and the late Helen Burek Olson. She is also predeceased by her husband, Charles Joseph Paiano. Mrs. Paiano is survived by her daughter, Judy Swartwood, and husband, David. L. Swartwood, of Buxton and her grandson, Noah A. Swartwood, also of Buxton. A Memorial Service will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, at Heritage of Faith Family Church, 52406 Highway 12, Frisco, with the Rev. David Stowe officiating. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.twifordfh.com. Robert Charles May FRISCO -- Robert Charles May died March 10, 2011. Bob was born Oct. 30, 1930, in Orange, N.J., to Charles H. May and Jane Hargy May of Northern Ireland. He graduated Orange High in ‘49 and attended the Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy in Rolla, Mo. There he met Betty, his dear wife of 57 years. He graduated in 1953 with a B.S. degree in chemical engineering. Bob was employed by DuPont in the fabrication of nuclear material. In 1965, he transferred to the Remington Arms Co., where he did ballistics research and quality control. In 1973, he received an MBA degree from the University of Connecticut and moved to the marketing department. He enjoyed a career in advertising and sales promotion until his retirement in 1985. He and Betty moved to their home in Frisco in ‘93 and have enjoyed life on the Outer Banks. Bob was a member of the Cape Hatteras Anglers Club and the Buxton United Methodist Church, where he sang in the choir. He served as a National Park Service volunteer for 15 years, logging more than 2,000 hours. He is survived by his wife, Betty, of the home; son Robert C. May Jr., wife Robbin and grandchildren Rob and Rachel of Bethel, Conn.; son David B. May, wife Connie of Manteo, granddaughter Lauren and husband Tom and great-granddaughter Stella of San Antonio; grandson David , wife Wendi and great-granddaughter Penelope of Miami. A service will be held at the Buxton United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 19, at 11 a.m. Any memorials should be made to the Methodist Men of the Buxton United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 310, Hatteras, NC 27943. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Billy B. May SNOW HILL, N.C. -- Billy Burns May, age 73, beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend to many, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2011 at Pitt Memorial Hospital following a courageous journey battling multiple illnesses. A native of Greene County, Billy was born on Jan. 26, 1938. He grew up in the Scuffleton area and graduated from Maury High School. His loving wife started her career as a teacher in the Greene County Schools. Billy's professional career included work with the Imperial Tobacco Company and building construction. However, he was most noted as owner and operator of Billy's Fish House at Cape Hatteras in Buxton. Billy was well known for serving the freshest most delicious seafood along the Coastal Carolinas. He was featured in numerous local and regional publications. Gourmet magazine saluted Billy and endorsed his restaurant as a “must-go-to” destination. The Hatteras fish dealers knew Billy well. The Mays were in the Restaurant Business approximately 20 years. While his professional career took him away from his beloved Greene County, he returned to Snow Hill following a six-year retirement in New Bern. Billy is survived by his wife Chalaron Hudgins May, and two sisters, Linda M. Lang of Snow Hill and husband, Jamie "Ham” Lang Jr., and Comolia M. Neal of Goldsboro. The nieces and nephews include Misty L. Chase and husband, Stacey, of Snow Hill; Jamie Lang III and wife, Melissa, of Greenville; Lorrie W. Johnson of McGee's Cross Road, and Harlon Neal and wife, Allison, of Goldsboro. The great nieces and nephews include Tyler Chase, Ashleigh Chase, Jordan Johnson, Cameron Johnson, Cody Neal, Hannah Neal, Georgia Lang, Sadie Lang, and Eliza Lang. He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Thelma Stocks May, and a sister, Carolyn May Wingate. Billy was a member of Calvary Memorial United Methodist Church in Snow Hill. The family welcomes flowers or memorials to Calvary Memorial United Methodist Church, PO Box 445, Snow Hill, NC 28580, or the charity of one's choice. Funeral Services were on Tuesday, March 8, at the chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service, Snow Hill The family received friends at Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service on Monday, March 7, and other times at their home, Mayflower Farm, 800 Highway 58 South, Snow Hill. Arrangements were by Taylor Tyson Funeral Home. Eric Kirk Wage SALVO -- Eric Kirk Wage, Sr., 45, died Wednesday, March 2, 2011, in his residence. Eric was born in Johnson City, N.Y., and was a residential painter. He was the son of Wesley L. Wage, Sr. of St. Petersburg, FL., and the late Juanita McDonnell Wage. Besides his father, Eric is survived by: a daughter, Lauren Wage, and a son, Eric Kirk Wage, Jr., both of Avon; one sister, Angel W. Hooper of Salvo; two brothers, James Wage, Sr. of Currituck and Wesley L. Wage, Jr. of Salvo; one granddaughter, Olivia Wage, and his partner, Lisa Schmidt, and her children. A viewing will be in Twiford’s Colony Chapel, Saturday, March 5, 10 until 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a benefit to help with final expenses for Eric will be at the harbor across from Blue Whale in Salvo, Sunday, March 6, at 1 p.m. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Kenneth Conley AVON – Kenneth (Birdman) Conley, 58, died Friday, Feb. 25, 2011 at his residence. Born in Mechanicsburg, Pa., he was the son of Shirley June MacIntire and the late Richard Harry Conley. Kenn was a loving and devoted husband to Patricia Marie Conley as well as a father, grandfather, and friend to many. After retiring to the Outer Banks and the beaches he loved, he became a larger-than-life personality known to many. His happy demeanor served him well as he volunteered for the Hatteras Island Meals Program, worked as a advocate for the beaches, and entertained children everywhere as “Blue Beard” the pirate with live macaws named Squawker and Sassy for events befriending young and old islanders. He will be missed. In addition to his wife and mother, Kenn is survived by his son, Chadwick Sebastian Conley, his wife Sharon, and their son, Evan, of Westmont, N.J.; his niece Shirley Ann Murry and husband, Dave, of Strasburg, Pa., and his brother, Walter H. Conley of Harrisburg, Pa. Funeral services were conducted on Monday, Feb. 28, at Twiford’s Funeral Home in Hatteras. Condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.twifordfh.com. Contributions in Kenn’s memory may be made to the Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 442, Hatteras, NC 27943 or visit www.hicf.org. Wallace L. Beckham AVON -- Wallace L. Beckham, 84, died February 22, 2011 at his home. He was born Aug. 13, 1926 in Winnsboro, S.C. He was the son of Wallace D. Beckham and Florence Hennessee Beckham. He loved his country and served in the U.S. Navy in World Ware II. He was a Master Plumber, real estate broker, pilot and served in the U.S. National Guard and Civil Air Patrol. He was also the former owner of Outer Banks Beaches Realty. In addition to his wife of 64 years, Ann Seitz Beckham, he is survived by two daughters, Pat Costa and husband, Rich, of Little Egg Harbor, N.J., Sandra Quidley and husband, Maurice (Reese) Quidley, of South Mills, N.C.; two sons, Daniel and Brian Beckham of Avon; two sisters, Betty Geiger and husband, Herbert, of Sandy Run, S.C., and Margie Coleman and husband, Pete, of Winnsboro, S.C.; two brothers, Howard Beckham and wife, Bobby Jean, of Winnsboro, S.C., and Connie Parker and wife, Penny, of Jacksonville, Fla.; 12 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at Ewing Cemetery Chapel, Ewing, N.J., on Saturday, Feb. 26, at 12 noon. Burial will be in the Ewing Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to U.S. Navy Armed Guard WWII Veterans, 115 Wall Creek Dr., Rolesville, NC 27571, or to Dare County Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 2477, Manteo, NC 27954. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Emilia Ann O’Buch Ballance HATTERAS -- Emilia Ann O’Buch Ballance, 80, a loving wife, mother, and “Nanniegirl” passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, Feb. 10, 2011. She was born Sept. 15, 1930 to the late Paul and Ann O’Buch. She lived in New York City until she was married in 1957. She was predeceased by her brothers, Charles and John O’Buch. She is survived by her devoted husband of 51 years, Lester B. Ballance; a daughter, Faye Foster and husband Buddy; a son, Victor Ballance of Hatteras; three grandchildren, Marshall, Krystal, and Christian; seven nieces, and three nephews. A Funeral will be held on Saturday, Feb. 12, by Pastor Cory Oliver and Pastor Dwight Burrus. Viewing will be at 1 p.m. and the service will begin at 2 p.m. at the Hatteras United Methodist Church in Hatteras village. The family will receive friends at the home of Faye and Buddy Foster following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hatteras United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 310, Hatteras, NC 27943. The family would like to offer sincere gratitude and thanks to the many caregivers and friends who provided great comfort and support to Emilia and her family Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Clyde Wood FRISCO -- On Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011, our beloved Mother peacefully completed her life’s journey. We were by her side as she transitioned from this world to the next. The end of her journey began right before Christmas as she began to refuse to eat. She was placed under hospice care in January, and the plan was to keep her safe and comfortable. As was typical Clyde, she fought to do it “her way” right up to the end. She had a long and productive life, working at several different jobs, the last one being a sales clerk at the Williamston Sears catalog store. Her retirement years were spent traveling the world and working in her yard. She called herself a “professional rider” and a “yard person.” Up into her mid-90,s you could find her out raking her yard, as this was her “exercise.” It must have worked as she lived 98 years. Leaving to cherish her memory are two children, Eugene Wood and Iris Wood Long; six grandchildren, George Roberson, Jr., Jacquelyn Anderson, Donna Modellas, Eric Mintz, Daphne Mintz, and Claire Culberson; nine great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by special friend and care-giver, Judy Parker, and three loving nieces, Suzanne Cox, Carolyn Keeney and Maggie Poling. She was predeceased by a daughter, Norma Rae Wood Jones and husband, T.P. Wood. She loved going to the mountains, especially Mt. Mitchell, to see the changing colors of the leaves. As per her wishes, there will be no funeral. Her body will be cremated and her ashes scattered on Mt. Mitchell in the fall. We are at peace knowing she is finally happy and in a better place. As she would say, “Aaanny Way….” We love you. Rest in peace, dear mother. Memorials may be made to Dare Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, NC 27954. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Leon Edgar Jennette Sr. BUXTON – Leon Edgar Jennette Sr., 76, passed away at Wilson Medical Center on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2011. He was the son of the late Junius L. Jennette Sr. and the late Leona Gaskins Jennette. Leon loved his family very much. He was well known in the community and was always eager to lend a helping hand. Mr. Jennette proudly served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard, was a lifetime member of the Cape Hatteras Anglers Club, a member of Duck Woods Country Club, and attended Lighthouse Assembly of God in Buxton. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brother, Junius L. Jennette, Jr. Leon is survived by his two daugthers, Rossie Jackson and husband Kevin of Buxton and Leanne Woods and husband Lonnie of Plano, Tex., and his son, Leon E. Jennette Jr. and wife Nicole of Buxton. Also left to cherish his memory are his eight grandchildren, K.D. Jackson, Kristen Midgett, Hunter Woods, Annafaith Woods, Sophie Woods, Taylor Woods, Dallas Woods, and Trey Jennette. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 3, at Lighthouse Assembly of God in Buxton, NC. The family will receive friends and family for a time of visitation at Twiford Funeral Home in Hatteras, Wednesday evening from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Marjorie Midgette Banks CAPE HATTERAS -- Marjorie Midgette Banks, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011 at Pitt Memorial Hospital. She lived in Norfolk 69 years before coming to live with her son in Frisco. She was the daughter of Joshua D. Austin and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Willis. She was a homemaker and caregiver and enjoyed her children and grandchildren. She loved the Lord with all her heart and shared him with everyone who would listen. She was a great prayer warrior and gave from her heart. She loved painting pictures of the island, singing and playing her harmonica with her son while we all sang along. One thing she truly gave her family was her love of Hatteras and we will keep her spirit alive in our hearts. Surviving are one daughter, Jennifer Novak, San Antonio, Tex.; three sons, Steve Midgette and wife Laurie of Havertown, Pa., Gary Midgette and wife Catherine of Phoenix, Ariz., and Robin Midgette and wife Jeanie of Frisco; 10 grandchildren, Curtis, Jason, Hannah, Jonathan, Robert, Julie, Abigail, Nathanael, Jeana, and Robbie; and seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. Banks was predeceased by three sons, Michael Midgette, Johnny Midgette, and Howard Midgette all of Norfolk, Va.; three brothers, Monford Austin of Hatteras, Barney Austin of Virginia Beach, Va., and Maurice Austin of Hatteras; and husbands, John Riggs Midgette of Buxton and Robert Banks of Norfolk. The viewing will be held at Twiford’s Hatteras Island Chapel on Monday from 7 until 8 p.m. Friends of the family are welcome. Burial will be family only at the Quidley Cemetery in Buxton. Mrs. Banks was a member of the Hatteras United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor of Marjorie M Banks to the United Methodist Men or the Hatteras Island Food Pantry, PO Box 1591, Hatteras NC 27920. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Catherine Ann Burrus BUXTON – Catherine Ann Henry Burrus, 70, died on Jan. 19, 2011, in Norfolk Sentara General Hospital. Cathy was born in Victoria, Tex., on Sept. 13, 1940, the daughter of the late James Travis Henry and Mildred Presley Henry. She moved to Hatteras Island almost a half century ago after she married Conrad Burrus Sr., the love of her life who died in 1993. Cathy loved her family, her many friends, fishing, and her adopted island home. She was active in her church, Buxton United Methodist Church, and in the Cape Hatteras Chapter No. 303 of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a faithful member of the Eastern Star who held many offices, including service as Worth Matron two times. She was an active community volunteer with such groups as the Hatteras Island Rescue Squad and was employed for 14 years by Dare County Emergency Medical Services. She retired in 1998 as an EMT paramedic. She was also predeceased by a son, Conrad Burrus Jr., and a daughter, Cathy Lynn Burrus Smith. Cathy is survived by her son, Travis Burrus, and grandsons, Thomas and Conrad Burrus, all of Buxton; a brother, Paul Henry of Buxton, and a sister, Sarah Christine Henry of Chula Vista, Calif. There will be a memorial service on Saturday, Jan. 29, at 10 a.m. at Buxton United Methodist Church with the Rev. Cory Oliver and the Rev. Dwight Burrus officiating. Burial will be in the Quidley Cemetery in Buxton. The family will receive friends and relatives at the church after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Cathy Burrus’ name to Buxton United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 310, Buxton, NC 27920 or to the Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 598, Hatteras, NC 27943. Virginia McCune O’Neal RODANTHE -- Virginia McCune O'Neal, 86, died Sunday, Jan. 23, 2011 at Spring Arbor of Outer Banks. Born in Barbour County, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Myrtle Wilfong McCune and was the widow of Oscar B. O'Neal. She retired as Postmaster from the U.S. Postal Service after 30 years of service, was a longtime member of Fairhaven United Methodist Church, and was a member of Outer Banks Rebekah Lodge #165. She is survived by four sisters-in-law, Helen Midgett of Elizabeth City, Zenovah Hooper of Salvo, Lovie Midgett of Rodanthe, and Olive Patrick of Rodanthe, and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, Jan. 27, at 2 p.m. at Fairhaven United Methodist Church with the Rev. Jim Bliss officiating. Burial will follow at the O'Neal Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives at the church on Wednesday from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Merita Lee Iliff BUXTON -- Merita Lee Iliff (nee Bradley), 54, passed away Friday night, Jan. 21, 2011 at Norfolk General Hospital. Born in Bethesda, Md., she was the daughter of Donald Frank Bradley Sr., currently of Fairfax, Va., and Edith Jennette Bradley, currently of Buxton. She is predeceased by one brother, Jeffery Bradley. Merita will be remembered for her love of animals. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Pete Iliff of Buxton; her son, Roger Alton Bradley of Nokesville, Va.; two sisters, Scheryl Gray and husband Wayne of Nags Head and Carol E. Bradley of Catlett, Va., and one brother, Donald F. Bradley Jr. of Buxton. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 28, at Buxton United Methodist Church with the Rev. Cory Oliver officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made, in Merita L. Iliff’s honor, to the Hatteras Island Food Pantry, P.O. Box 1591, Buxton, NC 27920. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Johnny Burgess Hooper SALVO -- Johnny Burgess Hooper, 65, died Friday, Jan. 21, 2011, in Norfolk, Va. Mr. Hooper was born in Norfolk and was a retired contractor and commercial fisherman. He attended Lifeboat Community Church and in his youth was a member of Clarks Bethel United Methodist Church. Johnny served at a Scout Master for 15 years with Boy Scouts of America Troop 179 and Fire Chief for Salvo Volunteer Fire Dept. He was a former president of Dare County EMS when it was an all-volunteer service. He was the son of the late Edward Burgess Hooper and Zenovah Catherine O’Neal Hooper of Salvo and was the husband of Linda Torge Hooper of the home. Besides his wife and mother, surviving are two daughters, Cassandra Linda Moore and husband Hal of Kill Devil Hills and Tiffany June Wyche and husband Brandon of Durham, N.C.; one son, Johnny B. Hooper II and wife Angel of Salvo; eight grandchildren, Christopher, Matthew, Ciera, Jacquelyn, Addie, Noah, Jonah and Luke; and sister-in-law, Paula Borum, and brothers-in-law, Mark Torge and Pete Torge. A celebration of life will be in Liberty Christian Fellowship, Monday, Jan. 24, at 2 p.m. by Rev. Steve Simmons, Dwight Burrus, John Hobbs, David Daniels, and Jim Blise. Burial will be in the Hooper Cemetery in Salvo. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Food Pantry of Lifeboat Community Church, P.O. Box 87, Salvo, NC 27972. Friends may join the family for a time of visitation at Lifeboat Community Church, Highway 12 in Salvo, Sunday from 7 until 9 p.m. Twiford Funeral Homes' Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Allison Anne Fagley Come one come all for a celebration of life for Allison Anne Fagley, 47, of Hatteras. She is survived by a loving son, Chad Fagley and a daughter, Felicia Fagley. Allison put up a good fight but on Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, He decided it was time to bring her home so she could rest. On Saturday, Jan. 29, at 1 p.m. family and friends will be gathering at the Hatteras United Methodist Church to remember, rejoice, and give thanks that she is at peace. Dress code "Hatteras casual." In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in honor of Allison aka "Hot Rod Allie." P.S. If you would like to see her, look straight to Heaven and you will see her playing with the children because, knowing her, she has probably taken over God's day-care. Visit Guest Book Walter Lee Reasor Jr. FRISCO -- Walter “Walt” Lee Reasor Jr., 38, passed away at his residence on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011. The son of Leon and Noreen Reasor, Walt was an avid fisherman and worked for several local companies, including Island Pest Control, Hatteras Realty, and Outer Beaches Realty. He pursued an education in culinary arts and worked at Hodad’s and Quarterdeck restaurants on Hatteras Island. However, his passion for fishing will be remembered by many who knew him. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his three sisters, Michele Fletcher and husband Todd of Brush Valley, Pa., Tracey Spritzer and husband Rocky of Walters, Okla., Stacy Markey of New Bern, N.C., and his aunts and uncles including Janice and Buddy Jennette of Buxton, Jack and Jane Thayer of Elwood City, Pa., and John and Karen Reasor of Mercer, Pa. Walt is predeceased by one uncle, Walter Stephen Reasor and his paternal and maternal grandparents. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 11, at Twiford Funeral Home, Island Chapel in Hatteras. The Rev. Dwight Burrus will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made, in honor of Walter L. Reasor Jr., to the United Methodist Men or the Hatteras Island Food Pantry, P.O. Box 1591, Hatteras, NC 27920. Twiford Funeral Homes' Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. Susan McKinney Jordan CANTON, GA. -- Susan McKinney Jordan, age 53, formerly of Frisco, died January 1, 2011, after nearly a two-year battle with small cell lung cancer. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 6, at Pleasant Union Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Survivors include her son, Adam (Heather) Jordan, Ellijay, Ga.; brothers, Lonnie McKinney, Buxton, and Paul McAbee, Woodstock, Ga.; sister, Gloria McAbee (Daniel) Jendrowski, Buffalo, N.Y.; fiancé, Steve Lipscomb, Woodstock, Ga.; and several nieces and nephews. The family received friends on Wednesday, Jan 5, at the funeral home. South Canton Funeral Home & Chapel is in charge of arrangements (770)479-3377. Online condolences www.thesouthcantonfuneralhome.com. Clifford James Morrow BUXTON -- Clifford J. "Toddy" Morrow, 85, passed this life peacefully on Jan. 1, 2011 at his home of 20 years in Buxton after a long illness. Born in South Heights, Pa., he was predeceased by his father, Clifford Sr., and mother, Blanche McCoy Morrow. A graduate of Aliquippa High School and the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, he served as an Air Force Cadet in World War II. He was the 1984 Aliquippa "Man of the Year" award recipient. A world traveler and adventurer, he was also an award-winning artist, sculptor, and carver. He retired from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh after 38 years of service where he was responsible for the design and production of all exhibits, including the world-renown "Hillman Hall of Gems and Minerals" and "Polar World." In Buxton, he was a member of the Cape Hatteras Anglers Club and the Bird Club. He sang in the Our Lady of the Seas choir where he was also a Eucharistic Minister, usher, and greeter. Surviving are his loving wife of 64 years, Dolores Valle Morrow; daughter Janet Morrow Pate of Oak Park, Ill.; son Jeffrey Todd Morrow of Powder Springs, Ga.; grandsons Clifford David Pate of Charleston, S.C., and Blakeney Morrow Pate of Florence, S.C.; daughter-in-law Lisa Morrow, and granddaughters Emily Katherine and Erin Elizabeth Morrow, all of Powder Springs; and his sister Joyce Folland of Akron Ohio, along with many nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of the Seas Catholic Church in Buxton on Wednesday, Jan. 5, at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Seas, P.O. Box 1565, Buxton NC 27920 or Dare Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo NC 27954. Condolences may be expressed via the online register at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. Nags Head was entrusted with arrangements. 2010 Obituaries 2009 Obituaries 2008 Obituaries 2007 Obituaries |
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