Obits

Novaline Stewart

  Manteo – Novaline Sanderson Stewart, 88, died Sunday, July 18, at Britthaven Nursing Center in Nags Head. Novaline was born in Durham to the late Cassie (Wilson) and Clarence Sanderson March 28, 1922.

  Of her many talents and skills, Novaline took nothing more seriously than the care and nurturing of her family. She always had a grand garden that she regularly tended to so that her family would always have the freshest of foods. She canned the abundance so that they would never have to go without. She perfected her hand at sewing and regularly made the daily clothing for her children. In addition to caring for their temporal needs, she also saw to her family’s spiritual needs. Novaline was a woman of great faith and set a divine example of Christianity through her love and devotion to God. She was a very devout member of Durham Primitive Baptist Church.

  Novaline is survived by her daughter Joann Stewart Rhew of Bahama (N.C.); son Charles Ronnie Stewart Sr. and spouse Alice of Manteo; eight grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband, Charles Franklin Stewart Jr.

  A graveside service was held July 22 in Durham with Elder Cleo Robertson officiating. Gallop Funeral Services Inc. was entrusted with local arrangements. Condolences to the family may be expressed via the online registry.  

Nancy Anne DiGangi

  Kill Devil Hills – Nancy Anne DiGangi, 59, died July 13 at a Virginia hospital. Nancy was a three-time cancer survivor who overcame a lot with the help of her faith and her family. She stayed very busy raising two of her beloved grandchildren, had been a home schooling mom for quite a few years, had served on the board of directors of P.A.T.H. home school group for two consecutive terms in years past and was a member of Liberty Christian Fellowship. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She always went out of her way to be there for others.

  Nancy was born Sept. 18, 1950 in New Jersey; she came to live on the Outer Banks in 1997. She was predeceased by both her parents, Andrew and Mary Bulna. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Sabrina Young of Kill Devil Hills, grandchildren Andrew and Allie Griffin of the home; son Jeffrey Griffin and grandchildren Briana and Chase Griffin of New Jersey; two sisters, Debra Minieri and Linda Bulna and a brother Joe Bulna, all of New Jersey.

  A memorial service was held July 19 at Liberty Christian Fellowship. Donations can be made in honor or Nancy to benefit Andrew and Allie Griffin, made payable to Sabrina Young at Southern Bank, P.O. Box 2037, Kill Devil Hills, N.C. 27948.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences to the family may be expressed via the online registry.

Judith Klein Link

  Manteo- Judith Klein Link, 74, died peacefully at her home July 2 after suffering a stroke four days earlier. Judy was in the presence of her adoring family in her final days: her husband of 52 years, Kurt Link; daughter, Helen Corbett, and son, Eugene Link.

  To know Judy Link was to love her. She was compassionate, witty, passionate for her causes and enormously proud of her famiy, as they were of her. Judy always had words of encouragement, wisdom and kindness, which were a comfort for those who knew her. She was an animal activist who fought for the care and humane treatment of all pets. In addition to the care of her own cats, she was a faithful volunteer at Feline Hope.

  Judy was born and raised in Bronx, N.Y. She met her future husband there at the age of 15 at the Albert Einstein School of Science and Math.

  She is preceded in death by her mother and father, Gizella and Emmanuel Klein, and brother, Robert ”Bob” Klein, who meant the world to her.

  Judy touched many lives and will be happily remembered by the family and close friends who survive her: husband, Kurt Link of Manteo; daughter, Helen Corbett and husband, Marc Corbett of Wanchese; son, Eugene Link and his wife, Molly Link, of Seaford, Va.; and her four beloved grandchildren, Gabriella and Josalyn Corbett of Wanchese and Jude and Lila Link of Seaford; her nieces and nephews, Patricia and David Greene of Maynard, Mass., David and Susan Klein of Harlem, Ga.; Donna and Richard Erdman of Mashpee, Mass.; and Sister Mira who is serving with the Sisters of Mercy in Africa; and her close friend, Robin Tabor of Richmond, Va., who was like a son to her.

  A celebration of her life will be held July 17, 2 p.m., at her home, 662 Vista Lake Dr., Manteo. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in her honor to: Rikki’s Refuge, P.O. Box 1357, Orange, Va. 22960.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordth.com.

Frank M. ‘Nobby’ Miller

  Wanchese – Frank Milton ”Nobby” Miller Jr. of Wanchese died June 30 in a Chesapeake hospital. Mr. Miller was born in Southold, Long Island, New York and was employed with Wanchese Fish Company. He was a member of Wanchese Assembly of God and a charter member of Outer Banks Worship Center (Ark International Church) in Nags Head. Mr. Miller was a former trawl boat captain of the Companion and was a ”jack of all trades.” He served his country honorably as a paratrooper with the U.S. Army.

  He was the son of the late Frank Milton Miller Sr. and the late Marian Crum Miller and the husband of Faith Daniels Miller of the home.

  Mr. Miller is also survived by his two daughters, Mindy Lynnette Miller of Wanchese and Alexia Maude Miller of Morganton; one son, Malcolm Kyle Miller of Wanchese; two sisters, Peggy Miller Goldsmith of Richmond, Va. and Mally McNulty of Laurel, N.Y. He was predeceased by his sisters, Muriel Person and Dorothy Ramsey and a brother, Bud Miller.

  A celebration of his life was in Wanchese Assembly of God July 3 led by the Rev. Mark Hinson. Burial was in Tillett Cemetery.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, assisted the family with arrangements.

James Beecher Kirkland

  Kill Devil Hills – James Beecher Kirkland, 88, of Kill Devil Hills, died Tuesday, June 29, at Sentara Barco Nursing Home. Mr. Kirkland, a native of Monroe County, Tenn., was the son of the late Charlie Monroe Kirkland and Clara Veal Kirkland, the husband of Betty Lee Davis Kirkland. He was a retired command sergeant major from the U.S. Army and a veteran of World War II.

  He is survived by a son, Gerald Kirkland or Racine, Wis; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, James Lee Kirkland.

  A memorial service was held July 2 at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with military honors rendered by the William Clarence jackson VFW Post 6060. Burial was in the veteran’s section of New Hollywood Cemetery.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Elizabeth City, was in charge of arrangements.

 

Arthur Herbert Lee

  Kill Devil Hills – Arthur Herbert Lee, 82, of Kill Devil Hills, passed away quietly on Saturday, June 26. Herb was born in Queens, N.Y., Dec. 11, 1927, to the late Arthur and Margaret Lee. He was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Eleanor Perpetua Lee, and two sisters, Katherine Will and Marjorie Lucas.

  Herb served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Missouri. A native New Yorker, he retired from the Suffolk County Department of Public Works and relocated to Colington Harbour to build his family residence of 30 years. He was a member of  Outer Banks Gun Club since 1994.

  Herb leaves to cherish his memory four daughters: Gale Friedel of Kill Devil Hills, Deborah Twiddy of Elizabeth City, Sandra Dean of Point harbor, Veronica Hibbits of Elizabeth City, and a son, Brett Lee of Harbinger; five grandchildren and his beloved Brittan Spaniel, Meg.

  A small memorial gathering will be held. The day, time and location will be announced at a later date.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Francis W. Meekins

   Francis Warren Meekins Sr. died Wednesday, June 23, at his home in Sunnyside.

  He was editor and publisher of ”The Coastland Times.” He will be remembered for his love of North Carolina and its people, especially of  Dare County and the Walter Raleigh coastland. He was involved in local real estate and was a familiar sight at auctions.

  He is survived by his wife, Virginia H. Meekins of the home; daughters, Susan M. Simpson of Manteo and Holly M. Williams and husband Harry of Inez; a son, F. Warren Meekins Jr. and wife, Beverly of Manteo; a sister, Mary Blanche Harwell and husband Boyce of Manteo; a brother, Roger P. Meekins and wife Celia of Manteo; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two grandsons.

  A graveside service was held June 26 at Meekins Family Cemetery, Sunnyside, Roanoke Island.

  Memorial donations may be made to Roanoke Island Historical Association, Manteo, or to a charity of one’s choice.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Joseph Mondello

  Southern Shores – Joe Mondello died peacefully June 3 at his home in Southern Shores at the age of 89.

  For Joe, spending time enjoying family and friends was a very important part of his life. He also loved watching sports and was an avid golfer in earlier years. In recent years he wasn’t able to get out on course at Duck Woods Country Club but still enjoyed talking about it and staying in touch with his friends there.

  Joe was born to Benedetto and Rosalie (Croce) Mondello in Oswego, N.Y. on Sept. 23, 1920. Although a college student, Joe enlisted in the U.S. Marines the day after Pearl Harbor and bravely fought for his country at Guadalcanal.

  After Joe’s enlistment was up, he returned to Oswego State University and graduated with a degree in education. After graduation, he was immediately employed by the Hauppage school system on Long Island, N.Y. where he excelled. Early in his career, he enrolled in St. John’s College and earned a masters degree in education administration. After a long and stellar career, he retired as principal of Pines Elementary School in 1979. Because Joe’s love knew no bounds, thousands of children grew up lovingly referring to him as ”my pal” and ”Mr.  M.” Integrity and honesty were hallmarks of his character. His gregariousness, charm, wonderful sense of humor and patients brought a smile to everyone he encountered.

  After vacationing in Southern Shores in the late 1960s, Joe and his wife, Kay, moved to Duck in the early 80’s, building one of the first  houses on Carroll Dive in Caffey’s Inleet. Back then, from their third back lot from the ocean, they could see the military pier with unobstructed views.

  Joe helped found the Duck VFD, participating in endless fundraisers and the very popular barbecues to raise the capital for the materials that became the present-day fire house. The volunteers in the community, the builders and the construction trades donated their time and labor to construct the fire department with the funds raised.

  Joe was fortunate enough to spend his last years at his house due to the excellent care he received from Margaret Thomas, Annie Harris and Fran Down.

  Joe was preceded in death by his wife Kay, the love of his life, in 1994. He is survived by his daughter, Kathleen, of Santa Fe, N.M. He will be greatly missed by his beloved grandchildren, Joseph Shelhorse and his wife, Lisa; Jamie Shelhorse and his wife, Joy; Jill Lennon and her husband Brian; his four great-grandchildren, Katie, Caroline, Brandon and Clifford Joseph and his sisters, Bessie Kudwa and Rose Mondello.

  A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at Holey Redeemer By-the-Sea Catholic Church Saturday, July 3, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a reception at Duck Woods Country Club at 11 a.m.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Collis A. Gallop Jr.

  Manteo – On Monday, June 21, we lost our son, brother, father, uncle, nephew and friend, Collis Alvin Gallop Jr. Collis was born Feb. 25, 1952 in Jarvisburg and called Manteo his home.

  He was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Mary Collins and Venus Gallop; niece, Betty Yvette Gallop and stepfather, Ramson Spence.

  He is survived by his mother, Betty Gallop Spence; siblings, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Baker (Mary), Ms. Alena Gallop, Mr. and Mrs Mellisa Liverman (Allen), Mrs. Cordelia ”Pat” Harris, Laten ”L.D.” Gallop and Resinold ” Peaches” Spence; his sons, Lee Meekins, Joshua Alvin Meekins and their mother Denise Midgett Graves; his brother and sister, Harris and Janice Burton, and his special ”baby sis” Jo Anne Selby.

  Collis was beloved by many and tried to be there for anyone who needed him. He is and forever will be missed. We would like to give thanks for the outpouring of love, sympathy and support in our most difficult of times.

  Services will be held Sunday, June 27, 2 p.m. at First Assembly of god Church in Manteo. The family will receive friends at Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, on Saturday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Burial will be in Haven Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. A reception will be held following the services at Manteo Lions Club at Wescott Park, Manteo. For those who would like to do something special for the family or in his memory, please make a donation to your favorite children’s charity because he loved children as much as they loved him.

  Twiford funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Louis N. ”Lou” Cudworth

Parkville, Md. – Louis (Lou) N. Cudworth, 86, of Oak Crest Village in Parkville, Md., died June 22 of congestive heart and kidney failure at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Towson, Md. Mr. Cudworth was a retired vice president of maintenance, repairs and construction for Moran Towing Co. He was born March 16, 1924 in Manteo to Vance and Ina Cudworth and was raised in Norfolk, Va. Following high school, he began working in various shipyards where he learned many of the skills that would serve him later in his career. It was here that he met Aileen Daniels who was attending Norfolk Business College, and they were married in 1942.

  In 1956 he moved to Philadelphia, Pa. to take a position as the port engineer responsible for maintenance and operation of 8-10 working tugboats. He moved to Baltimore, Md. in 1966 and took the position of vice president of maintenance, repairs and new construction, responsible for repairs and maintenance of all of the tugboats in the ports of Baltimore, Philadelphia and Norfolk. In addition, he was responsible for the design and construction of new tugs added to the fleet. Following retirement, Mr. Cudworth and his wife moved back to Manteo for about 10 years. They then moved to Bel Air, Md. to be closer to their sons and grandchildren.

  Mr. Cudworth was a born-again Christian and was active in his church as a deacon, working on various committees and singing in the choir. He spent many years with the Gideon’s ministry that purchases and distributes Bibles throughout the world. Late in his career, he made a mission trip to assist with a large diesel engine used to power a Christian radio station on the island of Bonaire off the coast of South America.

  Mr. Cudworth is survived by his wife Aileen; two sons, Curt and Carl and their wives Susan and Sally, respectively, of Bel Air, Md.; three grandsons, Aaron of Bel Air, Ethan of Baltimore, Md. and Jordan of Maui, Hawaii, and one sister, Jean, of Wanchese. He was predeceased by four other sisters, Lois, Wilma, Ina Burns and Iris Lee.

  A funeral service will be held at Bethany United Methodist Church, Wanchese, Saturday, June 26, at 2 p.m. He will be interred following the service at the Cudworth Cemetery in Wanchese.

  Condolences may be forwarded to Twiford Funeral Home in Manteo by going online to twifordfh.com or emailed to Aaileen Cudworth at cudworthcc@comcast.net.

  Contributions may be made to The Gideons International at www.gideons.org.   

Barbara ”Bobbie” Hooper Best

  Point Harbor – Barbara ”Bobbie” Hooper Best lost her courageous battle with breast cancer June 17. She spent her final hours in the home she cherished, surrounded by her husband and two sons.

  Bobbie was born in Norfolk, Va. Aug. 1, 1943, the eldest daughter of Tracy C. Hooper and Mary Elizabeth ”Babe” Midgett Hooper, both deceased. She is survived by her husband, Billy, of the home; son Richard (Anita) of Virginia Beach, Va; son Ward (Shannon) of Richmond, Va. and five beloved grandsons: Burke, David, Camden, Clay and Thomas. She is also survived by her sister, Tracy Johnson (Tim) of Garner, who took over the role of ”big sister” during the late stages of Bobbie’s illness, and her faithful pet, Bugs.

  Always a gifted student, Bobbie attended East Carolina College as an early-admission student for two years prior to marriage and graduated several years later, summa cum laude from Indiana University. She spent several years teaching elementary education in Indiana and in Burke, Va. Later, she worked in the vacation rental market on the Outer Banks. Eagerly anticipating retirement, she was diverted from full enjoyment by her mother’s declining health and the recurrence of her own breast cancer. Bobbie enjoyed attending the sporting and academic events of her grandsons. She found a renewed love of baseball and established new friends in Florida during her final years. Valuable friends, too numerous to mention, supported her throughout her cancer treatment.

  A celebration of her life was held June 20. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Community Care Clinic of Dare, 2 Juniper Trail, Kitty Hawk, N.C. 27949.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences to the family may be expressed via the online registry.

 

Edward M. `Mike` Murray

  Kill Devil Hills – Edward Michael (Mike) Murray, 68, died peacefully Monday, June 21, surrounded by his loving family. Born in glen Dale, W.Va., Mike graduated in 1959 from Linsly Military Institute and West Liberty State College College in 1964. Mike owned and operated radio stations throughout the east coast. He was a pioneer of Progressive Rock Radio with WGOE Radio in Richmond, Va. and WOW! Radio in Norfolk, Va. He also was involved with the programming and success of K94 and Zam11.

  Mike moved to the Outer Banks in 1975 and worked at Hatteras Colony South in sales. He was director of public relations at the N.C. Marine Resource Center, the director and head broker of Outer Banks Beach Club and broker-in-charge at Sea Scape Resorts. He was executive director of Beach TV 1987-92. this half hour show covered the local scene on Outer Banks Cable and on the Home Team Sports Network (now Fox Network). From 1992 to 2006, Mike served on the Kill Devil Hills Planning Board. He later published a book, Radio Daze, a tie-dyed Romancing the Storms. Mike was well-loved and never met a stranger.

  He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia (trish) Murray of Kill Devil Hills, two sons Bart (Jana) of South Nags Head, Bryan (Joanie) of Wheeling, W. Va. and three grandchildren, Marlon, Quade and Chloe Murray. He is also survived by a brother Ian (Marsha) and a sister Colleen (Walt) Tomasulo and many loving sisters and brothers-in-law. Mike was a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.

  A memorial service is planned for a later date.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.i

Catherine `Cathey` Clawson

  Manteo – Catherine (Cathey) Grey Carrington Clawson, 48, died Thursday June 17 at her home in Manteo only six months after the discovery of a primary brain tumor. Cathy was born July 7 1961 in Chapel Hill to the late Dr. Samuel M. Carrington Jr. and to Mary Blanche Meekins Harwell. She lived and attended schools in Chapel Hill, Paris, Boulder, Houston, Manteo, Chattanooga and Rock Hill, graduating from Rock Hill High School in 1979. She earned a BA in clarinet performance from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1983 where she performed in the New University Symphony Orchestra. In 1985, Cathey graduated from the College Conservatory of Music at the Univeristy of Cincinnati with an MA in clarinet performance. She studied clarinet with Donald L. Oehler, clarinetist and professor of music at UNC-Chapel Hill for more than 30 years; Carmine Capione, clarinetist with the Cincinnati Sympony Orchestra (27 years, retired) and professor of clarinet at the College Conservatory of Music of the University of Cincinnati (48 years, retired); Thomas Legrand, associate principal clarinetest of the Houston Syymphony Orchestra and affiliate artist in clarinet at the University of Houston Moore’s School of Music; and Dr. F. Gerard Errante, recording artist, composer, former president of the International Clarinet Association and professor of music at Norfolk State University (30 years, retired).

  Cathey married David Clawson in 1984 and had three sons – Zachary (21), Grey (17) and Gage (14). She was a proud mother who expected much from her sons and was, in turn, very proud of their accomplishments. Cathey lived a life filled with music, including performances with numerous groups in Cincinnati, the Community Symphony Orchestra in Charlotte, numerous wedding performances on the Outer Banks, and her favorite, the Roanoke Island Trio with Sue Waters, viiolin/viola and Lee Kearney, piano. She maintained a music studio which grew to 45 students, teaching clarinet, saxophones and piano. Cathey’s most recent employment was in human resources for the National Park Service, Outer Banks Group, which she called ”her NPS family.” She loved working there and believed in their mission.

  Cathey was a loving person who always thoughto of others first and herself last. She was an avid reader, devoted mother, skier, camper, traveler and hiker. She hiked in Switzerland, the Great Smokey Mountains NP, Grand Canyon NP, Rocky Mountain, NP, Red River Gorge, the Napali Coast of Kauai, the Maroon Bella NF, El Dorado NF and Mount Tallac, Klamath NF, Big Sur, Muri Woods, N.M., Point Reyes NS, Sunset Crater volcano N.M., Wupatki, N.M., Yelllowstone NP, Grand Teton NP and Glacier NP.

  Cathey is survived by her husband, David clawson; three sons, Zachary, Grey and Gage; her mother, Mary Blanche Harwell; her step-father and second father, Boyce Harwell of Manteo; sisters Margaret Carrington May (Marty) of Pontre Vedra Beach, Fla. and Elizabeth Carrington (David Renz) of Talent, Ore; brother Macon Carrington of Gunnison, Colo.; and step-mother Giny Mattox of Atlanta, Ga.

  The family gives special thanks to the loving care givers who made it possible for Cathey to remain in her home. The family asks those who wish to make memorial contributions to so to the Catherine Carrington Clawson Scholarship Fund (for music and arts) at the Outer Banks community Foundation (www.obcf.org), 13 Skyline Rd., Southern  Shores, N.C. 27949.

  A graveside memorial service was held June 19 at the Meekins Family Cemetery located directly in front of the family home at 172 D. Victor Meekins Rd., Manteo.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, assisted the family with arrangements. 

Genevieve H. Jones

  Nags Head – Genevieve Hamman Jones, 94, passed away June 10 at The Outer Banks Hospital. She grew up in Jonesboro, Ark. but has lived on the Outer Banks since 1957. She moved to Washington, D.C. from Arkansas during World War II where she worked for many years for the General Accounting Office. She met her future husband, Lonnie Jones, a local Manteo boy, during her first trip to the Outer Banks. She provided transportation to the beach, and a friend provided a place to stay near Jeannette’s Pier. Local boys were alerted to the fact that single city women were in the area.

  After marriage, she and her husband lived in Washington, D.C. for a short while and then moved to Kill Devil Hills and eventually built in Sunnyside on Roanoke Island. Gennie continued to work for the federal government at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. After retiring from the National Park Service and her husband retired from the Merchant Marines, they opened a gift shop, Captain’s Corner, at Whalebone Junction in Nags Head.

  She was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Jones. She is survived by her daughter, Claudia Jones and a granddaughter Emma of Nags Head and siblings Evelyn Tippen of Jonesboro, Ark., Robert Hamman of Indian Rocks Beach, Fla and Jack Hamman of Madisonville, Ken.

  She loved reading, crossword puzzles, tomatoes and her friends and family and especially her granddaughter. She also loved Homer the dog and Asa the cat despite not initially voting them into the household.

  A memorial service was held June 20 at Gallop  Funeral Services Chapel in Nags Head. Inurnment followed at Roanoke Island Memorial Gardens in Manteo. Memorial donations may be made to the Dare County Library, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, N.C. 27954.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences to the family may be expressed via the online registry. 

William Howard Sawyer

  Buxton – William Howard Sawyer, 67, of Buxton, died Saturday, June 12 in his residence. Mr. Sawyer was born in Elizabeth City and served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy as mess specialist for 20 years. He was, with his wife, former owner/operator of Beach Mart in Buxton, helped in making Connor Lures and worked as a butcher in Conner’s supermarket for several years.

  He was predeceased by his parents, Woodrow Wilson and Lillie Williams Sawyer and his wife, Merian Conner Sawyer.

  Surviving is his daughter, Marsha L.S. Holmes and husband, James, and his brother-in-law, Johnny Conner Jr. and wife Rauna, all of Buxton, and his nieces and nephews.

    A service of remembrance will be Tuesday, June 22, 2 p.m., in Buxton United Methodist Church by the Rev. Cory Oliver and the Rev. Dwight Burrus.

  Twiford Funeral Homes/ Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family.

Cathleen S. Styron

  Hatteras – Cathleen S. Styron, 87, moved on June 11 at her home in Hatteras, surrounded by her family.

  Surviving are her daughter Brenda Freitager and husband Max, daughter Rhonda Rasmusson and husband Ras, son Homer Styron and wife Mary, daughter Anne Styron of the home, son Edgar Styron, daughter Sherry Styron and husband Ray, and daughter Sue Styron and husband Cliff.

  She had six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

  Special nieces, Ruby Creason and husband Kenneth, Carol Sue McCracken and husband Mark and many other nieces and nephews, adopted daughter Dee Callahan and special niece Irma Austin and special friend Edeth Oden were also close to her.

  Mrs. Styron was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Edgar L. Styron.

  A special thank you to Patti and hospice and also Dr. Al Hodges.

  An avid reader, her special friends were Ms. Helen and her library staff. She loved her family, her home and her Lord.

  You ”better believe it,” too.

  A private service was held Monday, June 14, at the home by the Revs. Cory Oliver, Dwight Burrus and Ken Creason. Memorials may be made to Hatteras United Methodist Church. P.O. Box 310, Hatteras, N.C. 27943 or Dare County Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, N.C. 27954. Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family. 

Helen Hood

  Kill Devil Hills – Helen Elizabeth Hines Hood, 98, died Wednesday, June 9, in Nags Head. Born in Howard County, Md., she was the daughter of the late John LittletonHines and the late Margaret Elizabeth LeisherHines and was the widow of William W. Hood Sr. In 1956, she relocated with her husband and son to Littleton, Colo. where she was a member of Ridge Riders Saddle Club. She moved to the Outer Banks in 1996.

  Mrs. Hood is survived by her son, William W. Hood Jr. and wife, Norma, of Kill Devil Hills; two grandchildren, William W. Hood III and Kimberlee Hood Thompson and husband, Mark, and two great-grandchildren, Tara and Logan Thompson. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Brownie Orndorff, Evelyn Hobbs and Ruth Linton, and a brother, John T. Hines.

  No services are planned at this time. Twiford funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.    

Dennis Mark Jeffords

  Manteo- Dennis Mark Jeffords, 58, of Manteo, died Sunday, June 6, in Chesapeake, Va. Mr. Jeffords was born in Charleston, S.C.

  He was predeceased by his parents, James Denham and Eva Mae Eubanks Jeffords

  Surviving are his daughter, Deanna Renee Jeffords of Kill Devil Hills and his son, Mark Ryan Denham Jeffords of Manteo; two sisters, Sheron Wilson of Mt. Airy, Md. and Deni Schnatzer of Wisconsin and 10 grandchildren.  A service of remembrance will be Sunday, June 13, at 3 p.m., in Church of God of Prophecy, Manteo, by the Rev. Roger Barnett. Memorials may be made to Church of God of Prophecy, P.O. Box 578, Manteo, N.C. 27954.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. 

Mary Marton

  Kill Devil Hills – Mary Judith Marton (nee Facci), 93, passed away June 9 at Sentara-Barco Nursing Home in Currituck county. Born in Santorsi, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Joseph Facci and the late Catherine Marta Facci. She is predeceased by her husband, Tibor Marton, her brother, Hugo Angelo Facci and her loving feline companion, Boo Boo.

  Mrs Martonworked for many years for the Library of Congress in Paris, Barcelona, London and Washington, D.C. She will be remembered as an avid multilingual learner with a great fondness for discussion and debate. She is survived by her beloved nieces, Maria Facci and husband Ronnie Volk of Kill Devil Hills and Andrea Facci of Southern Shores.

  No services are planned at this time; however, the family gratefully requests that any donations in honor of Aunt Mary be made to the National Wildlife Federation by visiting their website at www.nwf.orgor by mailing a donation to 11100 Wildlife Center Dr., Reston, Va. 20190-5362.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Brandon A. Presgraves

  Kill Devil Hills – Brandon Allen Presgraves, 23, died Monday, June 7, in Kill Devil Hills. He was born Aug. 22, 1986 and will be remembered for his love of “skimmin.“

  Brandon is survived by his mother, Cheryl Brown Wilkins and her fiance, Wayne Rayfield of Kill Devil Hills; his father, Randolph Allen Presgraves and his wife, Janice, of Kill Devil Hills; two brothers, Nathan Randolph Presgravesand Cody Lee Wilkins, both of Kill Devil Hills; grandparents Randolph and Margaret Presgraves of Richmond, Va.; great-grandmother Mae Lupton of NorthMyrtle Beach, S.C.; his beloved dog “Deuce,” and numerous aunts uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved grandmother, “Grammies.“

  A funeral service will be held at Liberty Christian Fellowship, 244 Williams Dr., Kill Devil Hills Friday, June 11, 1 p.m., with pastors John Hobbs and Chris Scarborough officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Following the service, the family will receive friends and relatives at 2701 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head.

  Twiford funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Judy Carol Canady Miller

  Kill Devil Hills – Judy Carol Canady Miller, beloved mother, friend, teacher – was called to heaven on Sunday the 6th of June while enjoying her favorite spot on the beach in Kill Devil Hills.

  To know Judy was to love her . . . a stranger to none and a friend to all, she blessed each person she touched. Her zest for living, contagious laughter, and warm, nurturing spirit endeared her to family and friends alike. She will be missed by all who knew her. Originally from Hope Mills, Judy taught in Cumberland County schools before moving to the Outer Banks in 1986 to teach special needs children in the Dare County school system. After teaching for 33 years, she retired in 2000 and began her second career in real estate. She worked with Jim Perry and Co. for ten ears before joining ColdwellBanker Seaside Realty in Kitty Hawk, always forming lasting friendships with her colleagues and clients.

  Judy is the daughter of Dallys Wilder Canady and Jessie Herman Canady (both deceased) and is survived by many dear friends as well as family members: Jasper (brother) and Frances Canady; Herman Canady (brother); Joyce (daughter) and Cole Moulton; Ronald (son) and Michelle Miller; and granddaughters Emily, Waverly and Bethany, as well as many nieces and extended family in her hometown of Grays Creek.

  Two services were planned to celebrate Judy’s vibrant and refreshing live. The Outer Banks celebration was held at Liberty Christian Fellowship in Colington June 10. The Grays creek celebration will be held at Green Springs Baptist Church in Parkton Saturday, June 12, at 11 a.m.

  In the spirit of our beloved Judy, let us say, in the end, not that there really is an end, it’s ALL going to be about how much you smiled, how much you laughed, how much you loved and how much you enjoyed your life. That’s what Judy taught us. We will always lover her for that . . . and so much more.

  Gallop funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences to the family may be expressed via the online registry.

Cleopatra R. Dunn

  Nags Head – Cleopatra R. Dunn passed away January 15 at Fairfax Hospital. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, June 12, 2 p.m. in the chapel of Gallop Funeral Services.

  Mrs. Dunn, originally of Vienna, Va., cherished her time in the Outer Banks and in accordance with her wishes, the family will place her remains over the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Local arrangements were entrusted to Gallop Funeral Services. Condolences to the Dunn family may be expressed via the online registry.

Gordon N. Stewart

  Nags Head – Gordon Nicholas Stewart, 54, succumbed to illness Tuesday, May 25, at Chesapeake General Hospital. He was born in San Diego, Calif. Aug. 14, 1954 and was raised there.

  During his time on the west coast, Gordon indulged his lifelong passion of enjoying and collecting music. He amassed an album collection of more than 5,000 records and created countless CD tracks. Eventually gordon’s media passion led him to assemble an extensive collection of  Japanese animes as well. He left his beloved San Diego for the Outer Banks where he resided since 1989. He eventually worked his way into the local restaurant industry and became a dedicated employee of Kelly’s Outer Banks restaurant for more than 10 years.

  Surviving are his parents, William Paul Stewart Sr. and Ella Emma Stewart of Palm Coast, Fla.; two brothers, Blake Kelly Stewart of Hampton, Va. and William Paul Stewart Jr. of Kitty Hawk; one uncle, Nick Veres, and an aunt, Harriet Veres of Hauula, Hi. and a host of extended family members and treasured friends. Gordon’s wish for no services will be honored by the family.

  The family wishes to extend special thanks to the care givers at Britthaven Outer Banks Spakr Unit and Mike Kelly and his employees for their devotion to Gordon during his illness. Condolences to the Stewart family may be expressed via the online registry, Gallop funeral Services Inc.

 

   Victor Lee Wilson

  Kill Devil Hills – Victor Lee Wilson, June 30, 1976- June 6, 2010 (33 years of age), passed away Sunday, June 6, peacefully at Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Va. withhis family by his side after a courageous 15-day battle from a tragic motorcycle accident on Friday, May 21. Vic was born in Fairfax, Va. and moved to the Outer Banks at the age of 14 with his family where he graduated from ManteoHigh School. He was a highly-talented individual who liked to work with his hands in all forms of skilled labor.

  He was the son of Delbert Victor Jr. and Donna Marie Wilson and was the beloved father to his two sons, Victor “Hayes,“ age 13, and Jordan Lee Wilson, 6. Vic will forever be remembered by his three loving sisters, Della Jo Emma and Jennifer Wilson, along with his maternal grandparents, Janice Elaine and Henry “Red“ Byrum, and paternal grandparents, Delbert Victor Sr. and Josephine Evelyn Wilson, in addition to his nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends who were all blessed to know him.

  Vic had a wonderful, vibrant personality, giving more than he ever took, loved goofing-off and playing with his children, riding his motorcycle, being with his family, bringing out the best in everyone he met, having fun with family and friends, and of course, laughing at every opportunity. Vic touched the lives of many people with his smile and generosity and maintained his trademark battle instinct all the way to the end of his life on earth. Though Vic will sorely be missed here, he was greatly welcomed by the Lord our Savior in Heaven, now an angel to those he loved and those who loved him.

  Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Victor’s life Wednesday, June 9, 2:30 p.m., at Jarvisburg Church of Christ, 121 Forbes Rd., Jarvisburg. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to endow a fund that has been established to support his minor children. Donations can be made to The Wilson Family Benefit Fund at any BB&T bank or mail a check to P.O. Box 13, Grandy, N.C. 27939. Twiford’sFuneral Home, Elizabeth City, is assisting the Wilson family.

Kathy Petersen

  Avon – Kathy Jo Kellogg Petersen, 61, died Tuesday, June 1, at her residence. She was born in Omaha, Neb. Aug. 14, 1948.

  Ms. Petersen is survived by her father, Erwin Schultz and wife, Sue, of Fort Pierce, Fla.; two daughters, Amy Annelle Petersen Measserand husband Derek of Apex and Jennifer Anne Petersen of Raleigh. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Ann Segelberg Kellogg Schultz.

  A memorial service was held June 5 at the Avon Pier. Kathy loved the beaches of the Outer Banks. In lieu of flowers, donations  be sent to obpa-nc.org.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Helen J. Pitsch

Kill Devil Hills – Helen J. Pitsch, 87, of Kill Devil Hills, died June 1 at Outer Banks Hospital. She was born July 9, 1922 at Magnolia Ill., the daughter of the late Elbert J and Vera Allen Hefner.

  Survived by her husband, the Rev. Robert Pitsch of the home, they were married in their home church Sept. 6, 1943 in Peoria, Ill. Three daughters were born to the couple. They are Judith A. Williams (Richard) of Wynnewood, Pa.; Christine M. Lively (R. Mitchell) of Nags Head; and Paula J. Saban (William) of Schaumburg, Ill. Each daughter and spouse have two children, giving the couple six grandchildren. They are Abigail Williams of New York City, Benjamin A. Lively of Nags Head, Joshua Williams of Havertown, Pa., Hannah Lively of Alexandria, Va., Emily Saban of Schaumburg, Ill. and Grace Saban of Schaumburg, Ill. Mrs. Pitsch is also survived by one sister, Sharonlee Burmeister of Perry, Mich.

  Mrs. Pitsch was a strong support for her husband in their ministry as they served United Methodist churches in Illinois and Colington. A devoted homemaker, she taught Sunday school, cheerfully and capably working with her husband especially where children were concerned, in the churches they served. Mrs. Pitsch received her higher education at Kendall College and Eureka college. For a number of years, she taught special education in public schools.

  A Christian Service of Death and Resurrection was held at Colington United Methodist Church June 4 with the Rev. Spotswood Graves officiating.

  For those desiring to give memorials, the family will appreciate contributions to either Interfaith Community Outreach, 2 Juniper Trail, Southern shores, N.C. 27949, or The Outer Banks Emergency Relief Foundation Inc, P.O. Box 545, Nags Head, Nc. 27959.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed via the online registry.

William Eugene Clinton

  Buxton- William Eugene Clinton, 51, died Tuesday, June 1, at his residence. He was born in Portsmouth, Va. and was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps having served our country honorably from 1978-1984.

  Mr. Clinton is survived by his father, Oscar Eugene Clinton and wife, Fran of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; a daughter, Willa Grosz of Mount Airy; a son, William E. Clinton Jr. of Buxton; two sisters, Melissa Laskin of Haines City, Fla. and Rose Scott of Baton Rouge, Fla.; and a brother, Michael D. Clinton of Buxton. He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Allen Clinton.

  Burial will be in the Farrow Cemetery in Buxton. A memorial service will be held at the Lighthouse Assembly of God Saturday, June 5, 2 p.m. by the Rev. David Stowe.

  TwifordFuneral Homes’ Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Doris Berry

  Kill Devil Hills – Doris Ann ModlinBerry, 70, died Monday, May 31, in Elizabeth City. Born in Manteo, she was the daughter of the late William Asa Modlin and the late Matilda Ann Midgett Gray and was the widow of Thomas Luther Berry.

  Mrs. Berry is survived by two daughters, Brenda Gail Berry McMurran of Manteo and Doris Jean Berry of Kill Devil Hills; three sons, Richard Stanley Daniels of Wilmington, Thomas Jabin Berry of Maury and Ronald Wade Berry of Manteo; two sisters, Rebecca Carter of Vanceboro and Kathryn Beasley of Colington, nine grandchildren and five nieces and nephews.

  A graveside service will be held Friday, June 4, 2 p.m., at Manteo Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives at Twiford Funeral Homes’ Colony Chapel, Manteo on Thursday, 6-8 p.m. and at other times at the residence of Ronnie and Christal Berry, 111 Skyco Rd., Manteo.

Robert Carlton Gumm

  Kill Devil Hills – Robert C. Gumm, born Jan.16, 1934, passed away May 21 at The Outer Banks Hospital in Nags Head. He was a native of Virginia, born in Portsmouth. He was surrounded by his loving family.

  He was preceded in death by his wife Debra C. Gumm and sister, Joyce Harrell. He was the son of the late Huger S. Gumm and Lillie Mae Barnes. He is survived by his children, Brigitte Kessler (Steve), Robert Gumm Jr. and Lisa Lahm (Chris), a sister, Betty Klein, grandchildren Amy Puma, Kurt Kessler, Jakob Kessler and Elijah Gumm and great-grandchildren Nicole Wyant and Celeste Puma.

  Mr. Gummserved his country honorably in both the Navy and Air Force. After his military tenure, he worked in the restaurant and cargo transportation industries. Plans for a private memorial service are pending at this time. Memorial donations may be made to the Colington Fire Department and/or the American Cancer Society.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed via the online registry.

William H. Jemison

  Ocracoke – William Harrison Jemison, 79, passed away at his residence Sunday, May 30. Born in Elizabeth N.J., he was the son of the late Leroy E. Jemison and the late Leonie Perrot Jemison. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his two brothers, Roy and Lee Jemison. Mr. Jemison is survived by his wife, Barbara Jemison, of the residence.

  Also surviving are his three sons: William Jemison of Boulder, Colo., Michael Jemison of Wyomissing, Pa., Steven Jemison of Denver, Colo., one daughter, Susan Jemison of Wyomissing, Pa. and one sister, Helen Springob.

  A memorial service will be held Monday, June 7, 1 p.m., at Ocracoke United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department by visiting their website at www.ocracokevfd.orgor by mailing to P.O.B. 332, Ocracoke, N.C. 27960. Mr. Jemison admired and appreciated the fire fighters for all of their hard work.

  Twiford Funeral Homes Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements.

 

Herbert H. Hawkins Jr.

  Southern Shores – Herbert Henry Hawkins, 72, passed away at his residence Sunday, May 30. Born in New York City to the late Herbert H. Hawkins Sr. and the late Helen Bofferding Hawkins, he served his country honorably in the U.S. marines and had a distinguished career in the Federal Bureau of Investigation, where he retired as special-agent-in-charge. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Hawkins, of the residence.

  In addition to his wife, Mr. Hawkins is survived by five daughters: Holly Jackson and husband Cole, Heather Hawthorne and husband Brian, Heidi Subletteand husband Scott, Elizabeth Reynolds and husband Bradley, Heidi Daigle and husband Shawn, and his three sons, Herbert Hawkins and wife Rachel, Mike Hawkins and wife Allie and Jeffery Hawkins. He also leaves 10 grandchildren to cherish his memory and also one sister, Helen Cathcart.

  Local arrangements are pending. Interment of cremains will occur at Arlington National Cemetery at a date and time to be announced.

  Twiford funeral Homes’ Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Isabel “Bel“ Pitcher

  Kill Devil Hills – Isabel “Bel“ Pitcher, 80, of Nags Head, died suddenly Saturday, May 29, at Virginia Beach General Hospital. Mrs. Pitcher had been living at Spring Arbor of the Outer Banks.

  Born and  raised in Yonkers, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Vail and the wife of the late Robert D. Pitcher. She and her husband built a vacation home on the Outer Banks in 1972 and retired to the area permanently in 1982. “Bel“ worked for IBM and continued as a secretary at several locations. She was previously a member and/or volunteer for several organizations, including the Dare County SPCA, Community Watch of Nags Head, The Red Hatters, Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, The Senior Fellowship and North Carolina Tarheel Senior Women’s Legislature. She was very active in her community and was an avid traveler, having explored all the continents of the world. At the age of 63, she was one of the oldest graduates of College of the Albemarlein 1987, with a degree in General Education and a Summa Cum Laude distinction.

  She is surived by two daughters, Nancy L. Brithtbill and husband Keith of Kill Devil Hills and Ellen P. Hooker and husband Carl of Manteo, and four grandchildren, Ashley Brightbill, Bryan Brightbill, Cody Hooker and Steven Hooker.

  The memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, June 3, at Grace Lutheran Church in Nags Head, at 1 p.m., with a reception immediately following at Old Nags Head Cove Clubhouse. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dare County SPCA, P.O.B. 1000, Manteo, N.C. 27954.

  Twiford Funeral Home’s Colony Chapel in Manteo  is assisting the family with memorial arrangements.

Florence M. Midgette

   Norfolk, Va. – Florence M. Midgette, 85, of Norfolk, Va. passed away May 30. Mrs. Midgettewas born in Manhattan, New York, N.Y. She was predeceased by her parents, Bert and Grace Jones; brother, Edward Jones and sister, Edith Rizzo.

  Mrs. Midgette was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Norfolk, Va. and past president of the Golden Unit Wives Club, whose members consist of wives of members of the Legion of Honor Unit of Khedive Shrine Center. She was a career credit union employee, having retired from Tidewater Telephone Employee Credit Union and worked with Coast Guard Credit Union in Norfolk, Va., Miami, Fla. and Washington, D.C.

  She was married to and survived by her husband of 67 years, Milton; two daughters, Juanita and husband Clint Hepler and Susan and husband Michael Lecese; grandchildren, John and wife Heather Hepler, Bill and wife Shannon Hepler, Lianne and husband Timm McShanne, and Adrienne Lecese; and two great-grandchildren, Ryan and Keira Hepler. She is also survived by one brother, Ralph Jones of San Diego, Calif.

  The family will receive friends Friday, June 4, 7-8 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 8 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Twiford Chapel, 929 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, Va. Burial will be at 2 pm., Saturday, June 5, in Manteo Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Kehdive Shrine Center, 645 Woodlake Dr., Chesapeake, Va. 23320, for Children’s Hospitals and/or Children’s Transportation Fund.

  Twiford Funeral Homes’ Colony chapel, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

James Anthony Manuel

  Rileyville, Va. – James Anthony Manuel, 47, of Rileyville, Va., died Saturday, May 29, in Kill Devil Hills. Mr. Manuel was born in Arlington, Va. and was self-employed as an electrician. He was the son of Barbara Cave Manuel and the late James Hudson Manuel and is survived by his wife Penny Foster Manuel.

  Besides his wife and mother, surviving are three sons, Nathan James Manuel. Nolan Robert Manuel and Cory Alan Manuel.

  Services will be scheduled at a later date.

  Twiford Funeral Homes Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assissting the family with arrangements.

Virginia “Ginger“ Meekins

  Buxton – Virginia “Ginger“ O’Neal Meekins, 60, passed away at her residence in Buxton Sunday, May 23. Born in Wanchese, she was the daughter of the late James B. O’Neal and the late Alice Brothers O’Neal. She is also predeceased by one brother, Randall O’Neal.

  Mrs. Meekins is survived by her husband, Stanley E. Meekins, of the residence; three daughters, Crystal Rose Meekins of Buxton, Stacy M. Davis and husband Timmy of King William, Va., Kimberly Ann Durr Austin of Avon; one son, Robert Paul Durr Jr. of Greenville and one brother, Mark O’Neal.

  Also left to cherish her memory are her four grandchildren, Christian Everett Meekins, Brittany Nicole Austin, Ivey Royce Austin Jr. and Hailey Brooke Durr.

  A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. May 28 at TwifordFuneral Home – Hatteras with the Rev. Roger Barnett officiating.

  Twiford Funeral Homes’ Island Chapel, Hatteras, assisted the family with arrangements. 

Beatrice Rodman

  Kitty Hawk – Beatrice Hughes Rodman, 82, passed away May 17 in Nags Head. Born in New York City January 25, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Adeline Darcy Hughes. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husbands, Edward F. Frelond Jr. and Peter P. Rodman and her siblings, Margaret, John, Thomas, Francis, Joseph and Vincent Hughes. Beatrice was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy and a long-time member of the Christian Women’s Prayer Group and a member of Holy Redeemer By-the-Sea Catholic Church.

  Mrs. Rodman is survived by her six children, Brian Frelond of Mendota, Minn., Susan Flanly of Trevose, Pa., Joan Sato and husband Masahiko of Carmel, Ind., Mark Frelond of Kitty Hawk, Ellen Lander and husband Michael of GrancdLedge, Mich. and Karen Klein and husband John of Langhorne, Pa; seven grandchildren: Edward Frelond, Joseph Flanly, Shaun Flanly, Michael Sato, Amy Sato, Erin Dascher and Paul Dascher, and a great-grandson, Joseph Flanly.

  A funeral service with communion was held May 21 at Holy Redeemer by the Rev. Mr. Donald Wobser. A wake was held at Twiford Funeral Homes Manteo May 20. A graveside service was held at Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem, Pa. May 24 by Msgr. Kenneth P. McAteer..

John J. Notarthomas 

  Manteo – John Joseph Notarthomas, 76, of Manteo died May 13 at his residence. Born Sept. 30, 1933 in Syracuse, N.Y. John was a contender for the Golden Gloves in his teens, ran cross country in high school, was a member of the Boys of Syracuse Drum and Bugle Corps, and later, a decorated sharpshooter in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving a 17-month tour in the Korean War. Graduating from Central High School, Syracuse, he studied business, managed an office for Onondaga Finance and held positions for Besdin’s Furniture and Sears. In Liverpool, N.Y., he was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church and Lions Club. He participated in the NYC “Fresh Air“ children’s program and in many community andschool activities, including a father’s group building a school playground and was a Little League baseball umpire.

  Retiring to the Outer Banks, Roanoke Island, in 1996, John was a member of Holy Redeemer/Holy Trinity Catholic Church and held part-time work as a security guard with Peppertree Resort, Red Apple and at the front desk of the Oasis Suites. He enjoyed the beauty of the Outer Banks, his home in Manteo, family and friends and target shooting at the Dare County Target Range, as a member.

  Mr. Notarthomas is survived by his wife of 49 years, Judith Bailey Notarthomas, his children, Lisa Marie Mclaughin, Christopher John Notarthomas, Deanna Marie Morgese, Alexandra Marie Ventura; grandchildren: Jay Joseph and Adam John Morgese; Giavanna Marie and Sterling Daniel Ventura and sons-in-law, Michael Mclaughin and Daniel Ventura; siblings Marie Barnes of New York City, Anita Ferris of Ormond Beach, Fla., sister Paula Marie, OSF, of Williamsville, N.Y., Anthony Notarthomas of Syracuse, N.Y. and several cousins, nieces and nephews.

  A memorial mass will be celebrated at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Kitty Hawk, Tuesday, May 25, at 9 a.m. A reception will follow in the church hall.

  In June a Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated a Christ the King Church in Liverpool, N.Y., followed by interment in Assumption Cemetery.

  Twiford Funeral Homes of Manteois assisting the family with arrangements.   

Mary Emma “Polly“ Hancock Harris Eason

  Kill Devil Hills – Mary Emma “Polly“ Hancock Harris Eason departed this life to be with the Lord April 12 following a lengthy illness. She was born in Raleigh January 16, 1925. She spent her teen years in Alta Vista, Va. where she graduated from Alta Vista High School. Her family then moved to Norfolk, Va. where she spent the majority of her adult life.

  Mary worked for C&P Telephone Company for more than 40 years andretired prior to moving to the Outer Banks. She was preceded in death by her husband Dee MurrHarris jr. and her parents, Evelyn and Frank Gregory.

  She is survived by her daughter Gail Harris Wilson and husband Ron Wilson of Amelia, Va. Polly is also survived by her brother, John D. Hancock Jr. and sister-in-law Lucille Hancock of Burlington. Her grandchildren Alison King and husband Nathan of Midlothian, Va., Colleen Anderson of Virginia Beach and Grace Wilson of Amelia will miss her. She is also survived by a grandson, Michael Lynam of Charleston, S.C. Also missing “Sugar“ will be her great-grandchildren Hannah, Emily and Julia King, Harris and Hylton Lynam, Donald and Shawna Anderson andKayla Morgan. Additional survivors include a niece, Judy Clary of Burlington; a nephew, John Hancock of Dallas, Texas her special friend Suat Basaran and her much-loved dog, Happy.

  The funeral was held April 17 at Ocean View Baptist Church with the Rev. Steve Seigrist officiating. Interment took place following the funeral at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk, Va. with the Rev. James Colvin officiating.

  The family wishes to extend special thanks to Paige Harrell as well as numerous friends and neighbors for their love and support during Mary’s illness. Donations may be made to the Outer Banks Animal Shelter in her name.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements.

Colon Randolph McPhee Sr.

  Grandy – Colon R. McPhee Sr., 87, died April 23 at his home. he was born in Colington Sept. 14, 1922. Colon was the son of the late Arthur Edward and Cora Lee McPhee of Colington. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 48 years, Marie W. McPhee, sister Elsie John son, brother Byron E. McPhee, and his grandson Arthur “Bud“ McPhee, all of Colington. He is survived by his caring andloving second wife of 19 years, Adelia McPhee of the home; two daughters, Joyce Arthur, Virginia Beach, Va.; Carolyn and husband Roy Grubb of New Bern, and son Colon McPhee Jr. and wife Catherine of Grandy. He leaves behind seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

  Colon served his country in the U.S. navy from 1941 to 1945 as a radioman on the USS ranger and USS Card. Upon leaving active duty, he served in the Naval Reserves and worked for the Navy in aviation electronics at the Naval Air Station in Norfolk, Va. until 1969. He transferred from NAS to the Stumpy Point Navy Test range Tracking Facility in 1969 as the civilian supervisor under the direction of the OceanaAir Group in Virginia Beach, Va. He retired in 1973 after serving the Navy in various capacities for more than 32 years. He found great pleasure in his early years building boats and creating detailed wood carvings in his spare time. He enjoyed telling stories of his days growing up in Colington to anyone who had time to listen. Witha smile and just a few hours prior to passing away, he shared his last four stories with his son about a goose hunt off of Rhodoms Point in Colingtonat age 12, working for 25 dents a day helping to build a house in Kitty Haw, a job with the Civilian Conservation Corps in the Smokey Mountains and fond memories of friends and school days spent in Colington and Kitty Hawk. He was a past member of Colington United Methodist Church.

  Family and friends gathered at the Hilltop Cemetery in Colington May 1 for a graveside service presented by the Rev. Robert Pitsch of Kill Devil Hills. Memorial donations may be forwarded to the Colington United Methodist Church at P.O. Box 3425, Kill Devil Hills, N.c. 27948.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed via the online registry.

Barbara Jopling Bielecki

Nags Head – In her own words, Barbara Jopling Bielecki of Nags Head, 83, died May 8 of ennui.

  Mrs Bielecki was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1926 and was raised in Belmont, Mass. She graduated from Simmons College in 1948 with a degree in journalism and English. After working as editor of the Shoe and Leather Reporterin Boston, Mass., she joined American Airlines as a stewardess based in Washington, D.C. She married Leon Bielecki, a fellow American Airlines employee, in 1954. Her post-airline career included working as assistant to the president of AB&W Transit Co. writing for the the Alexandria Journalnewspaper and teaching at Annandale High School.

  In the 1970’s, Mrs. Bielecki was active on the Alexandria Beautification Committee, in charge of school grounds clean-up and tree planting. During the conversion of the Parkfairfax community from rental to condominium status, she acted as liaison between the tenants and owner/developer, explaining and participating in the 4-year conversion process. She received an award as “First Lady of Parkfairfax“ for her efforts. She established the Ipso Facto Gallery in Nags Head in 1981 and acted as both owner andbuying agent for the gallery. Her son managed the gallery. Her husband, Leon Bielecki, died in 1987.

  She is survived by her son Barney Bielecki of Nags Head. In 2008, she moved to Nags Head and remained there until her death, from old age and ennui. In accordance with her wishes, no services were planned, and in lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Simmons College at 300 Fenway, Boston, Mass. 02115.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed via the online registry. 

 

Leona F. Ripley

Portsmouth, Va./Nags Head – Leona F. “Peggy“ Ripley passed away April 29. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, George N. “Rip“ Ripley, daughters Sandie Ripley-Owens of Kill Devil Hills and Norma Davis of Chesapeake; son-in-law Jimmy Davis, grandchildren Chad Owens of Tennessee, Tracie Owens Jackson and Natalie Davis Barton of Chesapeake, Va. and three great-grandchildren. Peggy, “Gigi“ to her grandchildren, loved cooking, gardening and sharing laughs with her family and friends.

  The funeral was held May 3 in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth. Burial followed at Olive Branch Cemetery. Gallop Funeral Services and Sturtevant Funeral Home were entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed via the online registry.

Raymond Eugene Stone

Nags Head – Raymond Eugene Stone, 67, of Nags Head, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family May 14 after a courageous battle with cancer.

  He was a decorated Vietnam war veteran who served our country for more than 21 years in the U.S. Army and Air Force. He retired as a staff sergeant withthe Air Force. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Maude Stone of Powells Point and brother Bruce Henry Stone of Jarvisburg.

  He is survived by his wife Betty Grandy Stone and children Robert Stone and wife Lori of Cecilia, Ky; Lisa Clark of Elizabethtown, Ky; Bryan Coppersmith and wife Sue of Willard Ohio; Dawn Dildy andhusband Bobby of Walstonburg. Surviving borthers and sisters include Carol Edkerson andhusband Ralph of Hampton, Ga.; Donald Stone and wife Jenelle, Sandra Newbern andhusband Tommy, all of Powells Point; Diane Owens andhusband Gary of Harbinger, 11 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

  The family would like to thank Dare County Home Health and Hospice for the loving care they provided. Special thanks to Brian, Cotton, Danny, Stephanie and Lee Lee. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to hospice.

  A memorial service was held May 16 at Powells Point Baptist Church with officiating ministers Jim Clark and David Cosxon. Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed via the online registry. 

Dorothy Fink

Kill Devil hills – Dorothy Fink, 88, formerly of Williamsburg, Va. and most recently of Kill Devil Hills, passed away at home May 1. A graduate of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and The College of William and Mary, Dorothy retired in 1986 from the York County Pubic Schools in Virginia where she was an elementary supervisor andtheprincipalof Waller Mill Elementary School. After the death of her husband in 2003, Dorothy lived abroad where she was associated with Qualty Schools International in Belarus, Turkmenistan and Slovakia.

  A member of Duck United Methodist Church, Dorothy served on the board of directors for the regional library of Pasquotank and Currituck counties andwasa member of the Pea Island National Fish and Wildlife refuge.

  Included among surviving family members are Sali Owen o Arizona and Washington, Lori Spangler of California and Minnesota, Joan Fink of Pennsylvania, Doug Fink of Pennsylvania and Diane Loftus of Pennsylvania.

  A native of Massachusetts, Dorothy will be buried beside her husband in Attleboro Falls, Mass. where she was born in 1921 and lived until she graduated from high school. Prior to burial, a memorial service to celebrate Dorothy’s life will be held in the Central Congregational Church of Attleboro Falls which she and her family attended andwhereshewas married to Allen Q. Fink on Aug. 10, 1946. While plans for these services are incomplete, those who wish to attend may contct Jean Lowe at qsiteacher@yahoo.comfor details regarding date and time.

  Our thanks go out to all of Dorothy’s friends, acquaintances and health care providersaround the world who gave so freely of their love, support and prayers in her time of need. those whose lives have been touched by this memorable lady are invited to share an I REMEMBR DOROTHY memory on the website www.twifordfh.com. If you would like to receive a cumulative copy of these memories, please include your mailing address with your comment.

  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dorothy’s memory to Duck United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 8010, Duck, N.c. 27949, to Dare County Public Library or to a charity of choice.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.,  

Dense Davenport Falzon

Kill Devil Hills – Denise Davenort Falzon, 46, passed away March 19 in Rocky Hock. Born in Norfolk, Va. she was the daughter of Carol D. Barkdale of Kill Devil Hills and Dennis L. Falzon of Virginia Beach, Va. She attended Outer Banks Baptist Church of Kill Devil Hills, loved yard sales, bargain shopping and always enjoyed eating out with friends and family.

  She enjoyed meeting new people and was first to strike up a conversation. Denise loved her cat, Simon, and deeply loved her family and always looked forward to her daily phone calls to her aunts. She had an apprecation for flowers and all pets. Always thoughtful andkind-hearted, Dense will be deeply missed.

  In addition to her parents, she is survived by her two sistrs, Denell Falzon of Virginia Beach, Va., Nita Hairston of Norfolk, and her brothe,r Dennis L Falzon II of Kill Devil Hills. Also surviving are several cousins, her niece, Samantha, nephew, Buddy, both of Kill Devil Hills, and a host of friends she met through Currituck and Dare County Adult  Developmen Activity Progrm (ADAP).

  A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 25, at Outer Banks Baptist Church, Kill Devil Hills, with pastor John Rowland officiating. In addition to flowers, memorial donations can be made to Feline Hope by visiting their website at www.felinehop.org or calling 255-3365.

  Twiford Funeral Home, Mateo, is in charge of arrangements.  

Hilda M. Mann

  Kill Devil Hills – Hilda Midgett Mann succumbed to illness March 17. She was born Nov. 11, 1921, the daughter of the late George and Ida P. Midgett. She was predeceased by her husband, Bill Mann, and brother, Roy Midgett.

  She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother andfriend. Left to cherish her memory are daughters Sidney Sears, Verna Hooper andhusband Horace, and Elouise Perry andhusband, Vernon; six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and several special friends.

  A graveside service was held in Austin Cemetery, Kitty Hawk, March 20. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Dare Home Health and Hospice, POB 1000, Manteo, N.c. 2794.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, assisted the family with arrangements.

Harvey Glenn Lee jr.

Kitty Hawk – Harvey Glenn Lee Jr., 75, of Bay View Drive, Kitty Hawk, died Saturday, March 13, at his residence. Born in Davidson County, he was the son of the late Harvey Glenn Lee Sr. and Anne Seeley Lee. Mr. Lee was a graduate of Sanford Central High School and North Carolina State University where he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity and was a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy.

  Mr. Lee is survived by his wife, Bety Lou Nance Lee of the residence; three sons, Daniel W. Hamrick of Laurinburg, Harvey GlenLee  III of Sanford and Richard Henry Lee of Grandy;; a daughter, Deborah Burge of Powells Point; a sister, Ann Seeley Lee Woodard of Wilson; 10 granchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

  A  funeral service was held March 17 at Twiford Funeral Homes’ Memorial Chapel, Elizabeth City, with the Rev. Roger Barnett officiating. Burial followed in Old Hollywood Cemetery. 

Leighon A. Quidley

Buxton – Lieghon A. Quidley, born in Buxton to the late John a. Quidley and RuthQuidley, died March 11 at the VA Hospital in downtown Augusta, Ga. Mr. Quidley retired from the United States Army after serving more than 20 years and having served in the Vietnam War. He was the recipient of many military awards, including the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm and Technical Medal 2nd Class (Vietnam). He was a Freemason a well as a member of the Scottish Rite and the Shrine. He retired from the Department of Veterans Administration after 20 years of service.

  A member of Buxton United Methodist Church, Mr. Quidley is survived by his loving wife, Grace L. Quidley of Augusta, Ga; daughter Deboah (Quidley) Bates of Alexanria, Va.; son, Michael Quidley of Woodbridge, Va; his predeceased son, Leighton A. Quidley Jr.; his granddaughter, Kimberly A. Bates of Alexandria, Va.; and granddaughter, VictoriA. Quidley of Manassas, Va.

  Mr. quidley was laid to rest in the Quidley Cemetery following a full military funeral held at Bxton UMC March 17. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his name to the American Heart Association.

  Mr. Quidleywas a devoted husband, a loving father, grandfatherand friend. He will be dearly missed.

 Twiford Funeral Homes, Hatteras, assisted the family with  arrangements.

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Harmon Jones Willis, jr

 

  Hatteras – Rev. Harmon Jones Willis, Jr., 73, of Hatteras, died Sunday, March 7, at his residence. Mr. Willis was born in Hatteras, the son of Harmon Jones Willis, Sr. and Catherine B. O’Neal Willis. He was retired from the U.S. Coast Guard. Mr. Willis was a member of the Hatteras Assembly of God, where he served as a deacon and did hospital ministry for 25 years.

  Mr. Willis is survived by his wife, Lucy Snead Willis of the residence; three sons, Tony H. Willis and wife Michelle, Johnny M. Willis and wife, Sherry, all of Frisco and Durwood A. Willis and wife Joy of Hatteras; a daughter, Barbara Jackson of Frisco; two sisters, Iva Printz and Kathy Ruter, both of Frisco; two brothers, Talmadge M. Willis and Sheldon A. Willis, both of Hatteras; eight grandchildren, Tony Willis, Jr., Angie Ballance, Dyan Gavetti, Woody Willis, Bridgette Groce, Natasha Farrow, William Willis and Catherine Willis; ten great-grandchildren, Andrea Willis, Bud Willis, Tayler Gavetti, Karlee Ballance, Neveah Willis, Logan Willis, Jackson Harris, Kimber Ballance, Zeke Willis and Madison Groce. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Dustin Calvin Willis.

  Funeral services were held at Hatteras Assembly of God March 10 with the Rev. Bennie A. Smith and the Rev. Elmo Daniels officiating. Burial was in the Oden Cemetery, Hatteras.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Hatteras, assisted the family with arrangements.

Robert Edwin “Bobby“ Rollason, Jr.

Kill Devil Hills – Bobby Rollason, 65, of Kill Devil Hills passed away Feb. 19 at home surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer. He was born in Niagara Falls, N.Y. to the late Robert “Bob“ and Mabel S. Rollason.

  He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Sherry Rollason, sons Robert “Bob“` Rollason and wife Susan and Richard “Rich“ Rollason and wife Sarah, three grandchildren, Benjamin, Charlotte and James Robert, all of Kill Devil Hills, sister Evelyn Rollason of Kill Devil Hills, brother John Young and wife Bette of Yorktwn, Va., aunts Lucy S. Perry of Orlando, Fla. and Shelby Jean Aydlett of Powells Point, mother-in-law Vera S. Gallop of Harbinger, sisters-in-law Ann Rollason of Jacksonville, Fla. and Kathy S. Gallop of Harbinger, sisters-in-law Ann Rollason of Jacksonville, Fla. and Kathy G. West andhusband Bruce of Chesapeake, Va., brothers-in-law Ralph Lee Gallop, Jr. and wife Brenda and Marvin Lee Gallop of Harbinger, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

  Mr. Rollason’s service to country and community began early in life. Enlisting in the U.S. Army in 1966, he served two tours of duty in Vietnam. In 1973, he joined the Kill Devil Hills Volunteer Fire Department, eventually rising to the rank of assistant fire chief. Feeling that he could do more for the community, Mr. Rollason ran a successful campaign for the Kill Devil Hills Board of Commissioners in 1977 and was subsequently re-elected several times. He was appointed to the Dare County Land Transfer Tax Appeals Board upon its inception and was elected chairman in 2008. Additional civic service included charter memberships in the First Flight Lions Club and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10950, Nags Head. Inspired by his father, Mr. Rollason became a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 521 of Manteo, Sudan Shrine Temple of New Bern andScottishRite Valley of New Bern. He was a past patron of Roanoke Island Chapter No. 79 O.E.S. Mr. Rollason’s dedication to his community was recognized by Gov. Michael Easley in 2004 when he was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine. In 2008, he was again recognized for his years of service by the town of Kill Devil Hill when he received the Mayor’s Service Award.

  Mr. Rollason created the family business Rollason & Wood Realty with the help of his father in 1971. His loving wife Sherry joined the firm a few years later, and the two worked closely together until he retired in 2006. At the time of his retirement he held one of the oldest real estate broker’s licenses in the county and was one of the first certified residential appraisers in the state of North Carolina.

  Mr. Rollason’s recreational activities included hunting and fishing. He was a member of  Ridge Anglers and later Newune’s Nephews fishing teams. During his tenures, both teams landed several victories in local fishing tournaments. Fishing eventually gave way to hunting as Mr Rollason became and avid whitetail deer hunter. In spring andfall, he could often be found at his farm, Rollo’s Mercedes, in Bertie County surrounded by hunting companions in the pursuit of whitetail  deer and wild turkey.

  A memorial service with Masonic Rites will be held Wednesday, Feb. 24, 11 a.m., at Son Rise Church of Christ, located at 1311 Goldie Street, Kial Devil Hills by minister Homer Styons. The family will receive visitors at the home. Flowers are welcome or memorial donations may be made to the Masonic Lodge No. 521 Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 1864 2544, Kill Devil Hills or Dare County Health & Hospice, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, N.C. 27954.

  Gallop Funeral Services is assisting the family with the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be expressed via Gallop’s online registry.

Charles L. Readling

Kitty Hawk – Charles Lee Readling, 80, of Kitty Hawk, died in the early morning of Friday, Feb 19 in Barco. Mr. Readling was born Jan. 22, 1930 in Kannapolis. He was the son of the late Leonard Lee Readling and the late Daisy Dean Simpson Readling and the father of the late Michael Scott Readling.

  Mr. Readling served his country honorably in he U.S. Army. He built a successful career as a statistician in the federal government with the Department of Energy in Washington, D.C. After raising his family, he and his wife retired to Kitty Hawk just last year. Although his time here was brief here, he enjoyed spending time at the beach and spending quality time with his family.

  Mr. Readling is survived by his wife of 53 years, Nancy Readling of the Kitty Hawk residence, one daughter Terri Lynn Readling, and a special daughter Sherri Hopkins, both of Kill Devil Hills, one sister Dorothy “Dot“ Readling Peacock of Salisbury, many extended family members and a host of dear friends.

  The funeral was held at the Summersett Funeral Home Chapel in Salisbury Feb. 22. Interment at Rowan Memorial Park immediately followed the funeral. Gallop Funeral Services, Nags Head and Summerssett Funeral Home Salisbury were entrusted with arrangements.

  Condolences may be expressed by using the Gallop online registry.

James Gladden

Nags Head -  James Walter Gladden, 88,of Nags Head died Sunday, Feb. 14, at his residence. Born in Pittsburg, Ga., he was the son of the late Charles A. and Grace Games Gladden and was the former owner/operator of Executive Charter Service based in Laurel, Md. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps having served during World War II and was a lifetime member of the 1st Marine Division.

  Mr. Gladden is survived by his wife, Wilma Smith Gldden; a daughter, Pamela Gladden of Nags Head; a son, Eric W. Gladden and his wife Peggy of Nags Head; tree sisters and one brother. In addition to his parents, Mr. Gladden was preceded in death by a son, James E. Gladden.

  A graveside services was held Feb. 23 at Quantco National Cemetery, Quantico, Va. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made o Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, Va. 22172.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Colony Chapel, Manteo, assisted the family with arrangements.

Daniel Elliot

Manteo – Daniel Hayman Eliot, 64, of Puddle Lane, Manteo, died Friday, Feb. 12 at his residence. Born in Norfolk, Va., he was the son of the late Captain Donald Gordon Elliot and the late Mary Elizabeth MidgettElliot. He was  a retired insurance agent with Farm Bureau and was a member of Manteo Lodge #521 AF & AM and was a Shriner.

  Mr. Elliot is survived by a daughter, Laura Elliot Shaw andhusband Nicholas of Manteo; a son, Donald Gordon Elliot II and wife Milah of Wanchese, and three grandchildren, Daniel Wyatt Shaw, Brent Shadoe Elliot and Sarah Elizabeth Elliot.

  A graveside services will be held Monday, Feb. 15, 2 p.m., at Manteo Cemetery.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Laura Jean Fuqua

  Manteo - Laura Jean Fuqua, 56, of Holly Ridge Road, Manteo, died Thursday, Feb. 11, at The Outer Banks Hospital. Born in Manteo, she was the daughter of Rennie Rogers Fuqua of Manteoandthe late Robert Lewis FuquaSr. She attended Roanoke Island Baptist Church.

   In addition to her mother, Laura is survived by one brother, Robert L. Fuqua Jr.  and wife Denise of Manteo; two sisters, Susan Sawyer andhusbandDonny of Moyock and Marie Reed andhusbandCrist of Manteo, and several nieces and nephews.

  A funeral service was held at Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, Sunday, Feb. 14 by the rev. Charles Tyler. Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, assisted the family with arrangements.

Ronald Herman Tillett

Kitty Hawk  – Ronald H. Tillett,  62, of Kitty Hawk, beloved husband, father, stepfather and grandfather, died suddenly Feb. 9. Ronnie, a Kitty Hawk native, was born Aug. 28, 1947 to Alton Clay Tillett and Elizabeth Pentecost Tillett

  He spent his life as a local carver and owned and operated Bill & Till Landscaping Services and was an active member of  Outer Banks Harley Owners Group. He loved his family, the occasional cigar and was an avid fan of First Flight High School athletics where his step-sons participated in many activities. He was a loyal friend to many, was generous to a fault, spoke ill of none, and he never met a stranger.

  He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Dawn Davis Tillett of Kitty Hawk, his son James Clay Tillett andhis wife, Ashley Tillett of Linn Creek, Mo., son Samuel Isaac Tillett anddaughter Elizabeth Ellen Tillett, both of Lebanon, Mo;  step-daughters Meghann Cole Pauls andhusbandJames Lee Pauls of Kill Devil Hills, Meredith Cole Watts andhusband Hagen Watts of Linn Creek, Mo;.; stepsons Aubrey Waid Cole and Gerald Waid Cole of Kitty Hawk andgrandchildren Grace Elizabeth Tillett, Judah Tillett, Cole Hagen Watts andAbigail Lee Pauls.

  Calling hours will be at Gallop Funeral Services chapel, M.P. 16 in Nags Head Sunday, Feb. 14 from 6-8 p.m. A graveside funeral service will be held at Austin Cemetery in Kitty Hawk Monday, Feb. 15 at 11 a.m. The Rev. Robert Pitschwill officiate. Following the funeral, a celebration of life will take place at Lucky 12 Tavern in Nags Head. There will be a memorial motorcycle sponsored by Outer Banks H.O.G. Chapter anddetails about the ride may be found at www.outerbankshog.com. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the American Cancer Society’s Outer Banks Relay For Life.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed by using the Gallop online registry.

Bertha Mae Burris

Kill Devil Hills – Bertha Mae Burris passed away at her home Feb. 9. She was predeceased 23 years ago by husband Joseph E. Burris and her very good friend Don Perry, one year ago.

  Born in Mt. Eaton, Ohio, Mrs. Burris retired to the Outer Banks 30 years ago andwasa long-time volunteer at the Pea Island National Refuge andat Hotline. She andher friend Don Perry did the “bird count” for the National Audubon Society for many years.

  Bertha Burris is survived by her son, Richard Burris of Kill Devil Hills; a sister Marie Vansickle of Ohio; a step-granddaughter, Leah Rexford and two great-grandchildren of Vermont; 12 nieces and nephews. Memorial donations may be made to Hotline. Her ashes will be spread over the Nature Conservancy in Kill Devil Hills.

  Gallop Funeral Serviceswas entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed by using the Gallop online registry.

 

Remee Alizabeth Creef

Columbia – Remee Alizabeth Creef, born Jan. 28, died Feb. 2 in Nags Head. She was the beloved daughter of Robin Amy Creef and Anthony Newman Tramontano (biological father James Quintine Wheeler). She is also survived by extended family members Trisha, Tori, Trent Fraser, Kristin Creef, Trystan Beacham and Chris Wheeler; grandparents Ronnie and Barbara Creef; Deborah and James Pledger and Dawn Beacham; great-grandparents Eugene Henry Preiser and Esther Jane Croswait; and Newman extended family members including Preisers, Creefs, Wheelers and Beachams.

  The funeral and committal service was held Feb. 5 at Gallop Funeral Services Chapel with the Rev. Gary Bateman officiating. Memorial donations for Remee’s service may be made directly to Gallop Funeral Services. Condolences may be expressed by using the Gallop online registry.Cale 

Margaret G. Twiddy

Manns Harbor – Margaret Gallop Twiddy, 88, passed away in Nags Head Feb. 8. Born in Norfolk, Va., she was the daughter of the late Hiram Clyde Gallop andthelate Mollie Shannon Gallop. Survvedby her husband, Melvin T. Twiddy Sr. of the residence, she will be remembered for her talent s a seamstress, working for many years at the Galleon Esplanade, and for her beautiful afghan creations she made for the church community in Manns Harbor. She ran the cafeteria at the Manns Harbor School and eventually ran the cafeteria at Manteo High School. She will be dearly missed.

  Mrs. Twiddy is predeceased by her sister, Lilian G. Payne, and her brothers, Shelton C. Gallop, Harrel L. Gallop, and Hiram C. Gallop, as well as her grandson, Ronald Morris Foreman II.

  In addition to her husband, Melvin, she is survived by a daughter, Sherry T. Foreman andhusband Ron, a son, Melvin T. Twiddy Jr. and wife Vivian, bothof Manns Harbor, seven sisters, Elizabeth G. Cox of Manns Harbor, Myrkie G. Stevens andhusband Keith of Norfolk, Va., Lucille G. Sykes andhusband Howard of Virginia Beach, Va., Mildred G. West of Wanchese, Ruth G. Creef of Manteo, Lucinda G. Baum of Manns Harbor and Mollie G. Royals of Chesapeake, Va.

  She is also survived by two brothers, Julian C. Gallop and wife JoAnn of Harbinger and Abraham Lincoln Gallop and wife Leona of Beaufort.

  She also leaves three grandchildren, Melvin T. Twiddy III and wife Lorraine of Charlotte, Tammy Tobin andhusband Jim of Manns Harbor and d’Andrea F. Hinkle andhusband Christian of Springfield, Va.

  A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, at Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church in Manns Harbor. Interment will be in the Midgett Cemetery, also in Manns Harbor. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Feb. 9, 7-8:30 p.m., at Twiford Funeral Home in Manteo.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

William Lauris Peele

Kill Devil Hills – William Lauris Peele, 96, of Kill Devil Hills, formerly of Wanchese, died Sunday, Feb. 7, at Spring Arbor Assisted Living. Born in Hatteras, Mr. Peele  was a retired commercial fisherman and also retired from Dare County Maintenance Dept. He was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy. He was the son of the late William Woolard andCordelia Whidbee Peele andthe husband of the late Thelma Austin Peele. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Myrtle Abbott and Eileen Etheridge, and a brother, William E. Peele.

  Mr. Peele is survived by a sister, Lila Willis of Chesapeake, Va.; two sisters-in-law, Cynthia Etheridge of Wancheseand Arvella Peele of Barco; several nieces and nephews and a number of great-nieces and great-nephews, including Lauris E. Etheridge and wife, Delia of Wanchese.

  Funeral services were held Feb. 9 at Twiford Colony Chapel, Manteo with the Rev. Roger Barnett officiating. Burial was in Cudworth Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Dare Home Health & Hospice, P.O.B. 1000, Manteo, N.C. 27954.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, assisted the family with arangemets. 

 

Clifford  Earl Midgett

Kitty Hawk – Clifford Earl Midgett, 90, a true native of the Outer Banks, died Thursday evening, Feb. 4, at his home in Kitty Hawk village surrounded by his loving family. He was a member of Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church. Mr.Midgett, commonly known as “Pop,“ was loved by all who knew him. Many will remember Pop and Mama Ruth as the couple who sat in the rocking chairs in front of their garage in the village. Mr. Midgett proudly served in the Navy during WWII and was a Pearl Harbor survivor.

  He was predeceased by his loving wife of 66 years, Ruth Hines Midgett; he is survived by an older brother, Robert H. Midgett, 96, of Nags Head; a sister, Nadine Ray of Fayetteville; ;his children – daughter Donna Harris andhusband Johnny of Chesapeake, Va; son, Clifford J. (Bud) and wife Ginny of Kill Devil Hills; son, Sheriff Rodney Midgett and wife Betty of Colington and daughter Kimberly Ross andhusband Alex of Duck. He has seven grandchildren, Christopher, Troy, Sonya and Tammy Harris, Tod and Gale Midgettand Michael Ross; nine great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

  Visitation will be held in TwifordFuneral Home Sunday, Feb. 7, 2-4 p.m. The funeral will be held Monday, Feb. 8, at Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. with a short graveside service and burial in Austin Cemetery in Kitty Hawk village. The family will receive friends at the home following the burial. Donations may be made to Dare County Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, N.C. 27954 or Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 900, Kitty Hawk, N.C. 27949.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Irma Ruth Gray Lange

Buxton – Irma Ruth Gray Lange, 95, of Buxton, died Wednesday, Feb. 3 in Nags Head. Mrs. Lange was born in Avon and was a homemaker andformer owner/operator of the Hatteras Gift Shop. She was a member of BuxtonUnited Methodist Church, Cape Hatteras Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #303 anda longstanding member of the Cape Hatteras Anglers Club. She attended Avon Elementary School andgraduated from SouthMills High School. Mrs. Lange was in Pearl Harbor with her husband during the Japanese attack.

  She was the daughter of the late Willie and Ershula “Ersie“Gray Gray and the wife of 62 years to the late Harry Davis Lange. Surviving are her son Harry M. “Skip“ Lange of Nags Head, one granddaughter, Megan Ann Lange and great-granddaughter Allie Jean Hoy. She was predeceased by her sister, Myrtle Burrus, and brothers Elwood Gray, Clyde Gray, Vance Gray and Carroll Gray.

  A celebration of life will be in St. John’s United Methodist Church, Saturday, Feb. 6, at 2 p.m., led by the Rev. Roger Dill. Burial with Eastern Star Rites will be in the Gray Cemetery in Buxton. Friends may join the family at the church at 1 p.m. for a time of visitation. In addition to flowers, memorials may be made to  Buxton United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 310, Hatteras, N.C. 27943.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com.

Jayhue Armstrong

Manteo – Jayhue Armstrong, 93, of Manteo, died Monday, Feb. 1, in Nags Head. He was born in Hyde County and was a retired carpenter and member of the Church of Christ. He served his country honorably in the U.S. army during World War II.

  He was the son of the late Matus M. Armstrong, Sr. and Margaret Virginia Dunbar Armsrong and was the husband of the lateHazelIona Watson Armstrong. Surviving are one step-daughter, Wilma Flemming, and one step-son, Elwood Cutrell, both of Chesapeake, Va.; four sisters, Inez Elks of Tabb, Va., Josephine Shepherd of Hampton, Va., Doris Adderholdt and Margaret Cutrell, both of Culpepper, Va.; one half-brother Matus M. Armstrong, Jr. of Chicago, Ill and several step-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Armstrong was predeceased by two step-daughters, Evelyn Harris and Sarah Faye  Chesteen;, one step-son, Billly Cutrelll; his half-sister,  Pearl Armstrong, and two half-brothers, Harry Armstrong and Quintan Armstrong.

  A celebration of his life was held in Twiford’s Colony Chapel Feb. 4 by the Rev. C.L. Reynolds. Entombment was in Roanoke Island Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. 

William H. Barksdale

Frisco – William Horace Barksdale, 68, of Frisco, died Monday, Feb. 1, at his residence. He was born in Calhoun County, Ala. and was a retired supervisor linesman for Cape Hatteras Electrical Co-op. He was the son of the late Herman and Janie Ruth Eaves Barksdale and the husband of Ann King Barksdale of the residence.

  Besides his wife, Mr. Barksdale is survived by a daughter, Alisa, two sons, Terry and Bryan; two sisters and several grandchildren.

  Funeral services were held at Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras, Feb. 4. Burial will be in the Lamm Family Cemetery in Wilson.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Hatteras, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Eula Basnight Payne

Manteo – Eula Basnight Payne, 85, of Payne Road, Manteo, died Saturday, Jan. 30 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Born in Washington County, she was the daughter of the late Lennie L. and Ida Wynn Basnight. She was the foundation of her family and a faithful member of Manteo Baptist Church.

  She is survived by her husband, Captain Z.F. Payne of the home; a daughter, Joyce Bell of Manteo; two sons, Donald Ray Payne of Texas andJerry Lee Payne of Currituck; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

  A funeral service was conducted at Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, Feb. 3 with te Rev. Ken Simpson officiating. Burial was in Cudworth Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Billy Graham’s Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, N.C. 28607.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, assisted the family with arrangements.

Edwin Knickerbocker Clough

Kitty Hawk – Edwin Knickerbocker Clough, 86, died Monday, Jan. 25, at Sentara-BarcoNursing Home after a long fight withAlzheimer’s disease. The son of the late Effie Knickerbocker Clough andthe late Dr. Martin Clough of New York, he was born in Montclair, N.J. on April 28, 1923 andattended Stonybrook Academy on Long Island, N.Y. He served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII as a radioman. Afterwards he went on to work for the Singer Company for 35 years. He managed several stores throughout Virginia, including the Newmarket store in Newport News. and retired from Singer in 1979. He then worked at Belk’s department store in Elizabeth City for 10 years and finished his retail career at Lowe’s in Chesapeake, Va. where he worked as a greeter; ;he loved to talk to people. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by a granddaughter, Janal Clough and a great-granddaughter, Madelyn Clough..

  He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Vereda Mae Clough (nee Keen) of the residence in Kitty Hawk; three sons, Edwin K. Clough Jr. and wife Deanna of Oxford, Mich., Stephen Clough and wife Karen of Shawnee, Kansas, Stan Clough of Kill Devil Hills and a daughter, Alinda Clough De La Hoya of Newport News, Va.

  He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Charissa Clough Lubic of Newport News, Matthew Clough and wife Meghan of Bentonville, Ark., Joshua Clough of Shawnee, Kansas, Lance Corporal Aaron Will USMC of Kaneohe bay, Hawaii, Nicholas Will of Newport News, Marina Dylan and Grace Clough of Kill Devil Hills, as well as Adam Way and his wife, Sherry of Clinton Township, Mich. Also left to cherish his memory are his three great-grandchildren, Colleen and Bethany Lubic of Newport News and Alyssa Way of Clinton Township.

  A celebration of his life was held at Kitty Hawk Baptist Church Jan. 29 with pastor Donald B. Teears officiating. Donations in his memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 400 Oberlin Rd., Suite 208, Raleigh, N.C. 27605 or by visiting www.alz.org.

  Cremation services and funeral planning provided by Twiford Funeral Home of Manteo.

Herbert McNamara

  Manteo – Herbert James Mcnamara, 61, of Manteo, died Sunday, Jan. 24 at The Outer Banks Hospital. Born in Bayside, N.Y., he was the son of the late Herbert Clark McNamara and Margaret Remietko McNamara. He was a corrections officer at the Dare County Detention Center and a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in the Vietnam War.

  He is survived by his wife, Denise Harrington McNamara of the home; two daughters, Jennifer Mazzotti Farrington of Medford, N.Y. and Maureen Ann McNamara of Greenville; a sister, Eileen Daly of Bayside, N.Y.;; a brother, Kevin McNamara of Bronx, N.Y.; and three granddaughters, Erin Nicole Farrington, Samantha Paige Farrington and Allyn Elizabeth Farrington.

  A Mass of the Resurrection was celebrated at Holy Redeemer By the Sea Catholic Church, Kitty Hawk on Friday, Jan. 29 bu the Rev. Dr. William F. Walsh, O.S.F.S. Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, assisted the family with arrangements.

Irma Hedwig Tabisz

Martins Point – Irma H. Tabisz, 85, died Sunday, Jan. 31, at The Outer Banks Hospital, Nags Head. Born in Germany, she resided in Queens, N.Y. before settling in South Plainfield in 1949. In 2005 she relocated to Martin’s Point.

  Irma was employed by Terminal Barbershops in New York and later by Chevron chemical in South Plainfield. She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in South Plainfield, and since 2005, of Holy Redeemer by the Sea Catholic Church in Kitty Hawk.

  Betty Morella said that some people collected stamps or coins, bur Irma collected people. She made a friend wherever she went, and she was noted for her wit and outgoing nature. She was an active member of the South Plainfield Senior Citizen Center Craft Group, the Ladies by the Sea Organization and Crafty Ladies of Holy Redeemer and the Baum Center’s watercolors class in Kill Devil Hills.

  She was predeceased by her husband, Peter K. Tabisz, her son Peter C. Tabiaz and her brother George Harenbert. She is survived by her daughter and her husband, Marcella J. and James Martin of Southern Shores; her cherished daughter-in-law Dorma W. Tabisz of Nashville, Tenn.; her sister Gertrude Block of Zephyrhills, Fla. and her sisters-in-law Ann Tabisz Florio of Albuquerque, N.M., June Tabisz of Wheeling, Il. and Thelma Harenberg of Chincoteague, Va; four grandchildren, Jenn.ifer (Randy) Smith, Matthew (Renee) Tabisz, Amanda Tabisz (Josh)  Stevens, and Julia Martin; five great-grandchildren, Linda Anne Tabisz, Ryan, Reid,  Ross Smith and Brady Stevens.

  Funeral services will be Friday in South Plainfield, followed by a funeral mass in Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, South Plainfield. Entombment will be in Holy Redeemer Cemetery Mausoleum in South Plainfield. Plans for a local service of remembrance are pending.

  In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory  may be made to the Dare Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo. N.c. 27954 or the Lungevity Foundation, 435 N. La,Salle St., Suite 310, Chicago, Il. 60654 (info@lungevity.org.

  Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed by using the Gallop online registry.

William Howard Alderton

Colington- William Howard Alderton died Saturday, Jan. 16, at his residence after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born Dec. 31, 1931 in Cumberland, Md. He was the son of the late William and Georgia Alderton.

  He served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam war. After his military service, he spent 21 years employed with the CSX Railroad Company as a bridge and structure worker. Following his retirement, he and his wife relocated to the Outer Banks in 1993 and they resided in Kill Devil Hills. He cherished his time on the beach and especially enjoyed his dogs and his fishing outings.

  Surviving is his wife Mary Alderton of the Colington residence; one son, John Patrick Alderton and wife Gina of Cumberland; two daughters, Katherine Alderton of Jarvisburg and Teresa Alderton of Hagerstown, Md.; two step-daughters, Connie and Lisa; two step-sons, Duane and John; one sister, Roberta Clauson od Cumberland; one brother, Richard Alderton of Cumberland, and many extended family and friends.

  In accordance with his final wishes, the memorial service will be private. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed by using Gallop’s online registry.

Douglas Cornette

Douglas Durand Cornette died January 18 in AlbemarleHospital. He was born in Norfolk, Va. Sept. 19, 1950 and was a resident of Duck from childhood. He was predeceased by his parents, Minnie Tate Cornette and Irving Cornette, and his grandparents, Ruth Scarborough and Samson Douglas Tate, with whom he lived.

  Surviving are four step-sisters, Brenda Matthews of Chesapeake, Va., Beverly Brown and Bonnie North of Camden and Vickie Woolard of Duck. He is also survived by loving aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends in Virginia and North Carolina.

  Douglas was a retired commrcialfisherman and an accomplished artist. His unique works of art are treasured by all who are fortunate to won them.

  Graveside services were conducted Jan. 21 in Austin Cemetery, Kitty Hawk, with pastor Ray Wittman officiating.

  Twiford Funera Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

 

JADEN AARON MORRIS

Jaden Aaron Morris, infant son of Jamie Alicia Morris, died Wednesday, Jan. 20, at Duke University Hospital. In addition to his mother, Jaden is survived by maternal grandparents, Dean and Joyce Morris of Manteo; four uncles, Jeremy, Joshua, Jonathan and Joseph; one aunt, Christy, and two cousins, Brandon and Isaac.

  A celebration of life will be held at Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, Sunday, Jan. 24, 3 p.m., by the Rev. Dwight Burrus. The family will receive friends and relatives at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteois assisting the family with arrangements.  

Antha Ponton

  Antha Corrao Ponton, 96, of Ponton Lane, Corolla, died Friday, Jan. 15 in Corolla. Born in Norfolk, Va., she was the daughter of the late Charles E. and Ida Powers Corrao and was the widow of Thomas Randolph Ponton. She was also preceded in death by her step-mother, Grace Corrao. She was the oldest member of Corolla Chapel.

  Mrs. Ponton is survived by two sons, Thomas “Buddy“ Ponton and wife Annie of Corolla and Anthony Ponton and wife Katherine of Swan Beach; three sisters, Ida Hawkins of Fort Pierce, Fla., Louise Greenley of Lillian, Ala., and Marianne Deaton of Savanah, Ga.;, six grandchildren, Robert Ponton and wife Any, William Ponton and wife Tammy, Brandon Sholar, Rose Ponton, Edward Ponton and Georgie Ponton, and four great-grandchildren.

  A memorial service was  held at Corolla Chapel, on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 2 p.m. by Edward Ponton and pastor Rick Griffis. Burial Was at Forest Lwn Cemetery, Norfolk, Va.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Corolla Chapel, P.O. Box 64, Corolla, N.C. 27927 or Campus Christian Fellowship,  P.O. Box 2661, Boone, N.C. 28607.

  Twiford Funeral Homes in Manteois assisting the family with arrangements. 

John M. “Jack“ Hebenstreit

John. “Jack“ Hebenstreit passed away on January 13, just shy of his 83rd birthday, at Sentara Nursing Home in Barco.

  He is survived by his wife of more than 30 years, Barbara Satterthwaite-Hebenstreit,  six children from a previous marriage: Christopher Hebenstrit, Pat Beitz and Nancy Tallman of Lakewood, Col. and Ellen Cuffari, Stephen Hebenstreit and Susan Mitchell of the Philadelphia, Pa. area and nine grandchildren. He is predeceased by a sister, Ann Margraff and a brother Charles Hebenstreit.

  Born and raised in Philadelphia, jack spent his early years in the WPA art education program at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He graduated from Northeast High School. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving in the South Pacific and Japan during World War II, reaching the rank of First Class Signalman. He studied at the Hussian School of Art and also studied for three years at the Barnes Foundation which houses the most comprehensive display of impressionists and modern painters in the world. He was an art director of RCA Service Co. in New Jersey. He later had his own art and design studio., Considine-Hebenstreit in Philadelphia, with another associatefor 35 years.  He was a part-time teacher at the Hussian School of Art and the Print Club in Philadelphia. He taught drawing and painting along with design layout. After moving to Frisco 20 years ago, He taught evening adult watercolor classes for COA’s continuing education at Cape Hatteras High School and also gave private lessons. He was a well-known watercolorist and exhibited his work in numerous art shows in Dare County. Jack was an avid fisherman and wrote a fishing column for “The Island Breeze“ newspaper. He was also an accomplished poet and a member of Cape Hatteras Anglers Club.

  A memorial service will take place Saturday, Feb. 13, 2 p.m., at Little Grove. Methodist Church in Frisco. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Little Grove Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 293, Frisco, N.C 27936.

Twiford Funeral Homes of Manteois assisting the family with arrangements.,

  

ROBERT JOSEPH STEWART JR.

 Robert Joseph Stewart Jr., 59, of Colington Harbour, Kill Devil Hills, died Jan. 13 in Harbinger. Born in Norfolk, Va., he was the son of Roselyn Walsh Stewart of Chesapeake, Va. and the late Robert J. Stewart Sr. He was predeceased by a sister Patricia Taylor.

  Mr. Stewart, a civil engineer, and his wife were the owners/operators of Performance Engineering in Harbinger. He was the town engineer of Kitty Hawk, a member of the Friends of Youthprogram, was involved with youthsports programs in Dare County for many years and volunteered his services with nonprofit animal organizations. He was an avid fan of the UNC Tarheels. In some circles he was known as Buddy T.G. “The Great.“

  In addition to his beloved wife, Joy DeVall Stewart, he is survived b his mother, Roselyn Walsh Stewart, three sisters, Sydney Stewart, Ellen Stewart and husband Russell White, Morgan Duncan and husband Michael and several nieces and nephews including the Taylors of Greensboro.

  A visitation was held Saturday, Jan. 16 with a service immediately following at TwifordFuneral Home with the Rev. Robert Pitsch officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the animal organization or your choice.

  Twiford Funeral Homes in Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements.

Calvert H. Moore

  Calvert Hughes Moore, 83, passed away at his Spring Arbor residence Tuesday, Jan. 12. Born in Warwick County, Virginia, he was the son of the late Beatrice Hudgins Moore and Allie Hughes Moore. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his wife, Ethel Goodrich Moore. Before retiring to the Outer Banks, Mr. Moore was an accountant in the Newport News, Va. area and was a lifetime charter member of the Warwick Assembly of God. He served his country in the United States Navy.

  Mr. Moore is survived by his children, Phillip H. Moore and wife Sharon of Kill Devil Hills and Vickie M. Harris and husband David of Newport News, Va. Also surviving are his three grandchildren, April Beckmeyer and husband Rob; Mike Harris and wife Rory; and Ryan Moore as well as his grandchildren, Mason, Taylor and Cammi Beckmeyer, Devin Harris and Cameron Moore.

  He is also survived by his sister, Dora Horrell of Newport News and his brother Eugene Moore and wife Ann, also of Newport News.

  A memorial service will be held at a later time at the Warwick Assembly of God in Newport News withthe Rev. Keith Frix officiating. TwifordFuneral Homes of Manteois assisting the family with arrangements.

 

 

Elsie Pellegrini Cicchetti

  Elsie Pellegrini Cichetti, 88, of  Nags Head, died at Britthavenof the Outer Banks Dec. 29. A native of New York City, she was the daughter of the late John Pellegrini and Lucy Pellegrino Pellegriniand the widow of Vincent Joseph Chcchetti. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Elizabeth City and a homemaker.

  She is survived by two daughters, Gloria McLaneand husband Michael of Elizabeth City and Lucille Shirrelland husband William of Virginia Beach, Va; a son Kenneth Cicchetti of Lauder Hill, Fla., two sisters, Mary Benza of Englewood, Fla. and Helen Izzo and husband Michael of Hillsborough N.J.

  A memorial service will be held at a later date in Florida. TwifordFuneral Homes, Elizabeth City, is assisting the family. You may express condolences by visiting www.twifordfh.com.

Patricia Hayman

  Patricia Marie Hayman, 56, died Dec. 20 in Nags Head. Born in Cottonwood, Calif., she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Harrison Hayman and Helen Marie Fitzgerald Hayman and was a member of Holy Redeemer By-the-Sea Catholic Church.

  She is survived by a sister, Mary Ann Bohannon of Manteo, two brothers, Tommy Hayman and wife Shirley of Baltimore and Bobby Haymanand wife Jeannie of Elizabeth City; two nieces, Mary Veronica Elliott of Manteoand Bobbie Jean Lowe andhusband David of Hertford; a nephew, John F. Hayman of Baltimore and three great nieces.

  A Mass of the Ressurection was celebrated Dec. 28 by the Rev. Dr. William F. Walsh, O.S.F.S. at Holy Redeemer by-the-Sea Catholic Church.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Outer Banks Cancer Support Group, Inc., 245 Woodland Drive, Kitty Hawk, N.C. 27949 or to Holy Redeemer By-the-Sea Catholic Church, P.O. Box 510, Kitty Hawk, N.C. 27949.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Paula B. Gomez

  Paula B. Gomez, 79, of Petersburg, Texas died December 23. She is survived by her husband, Domingo, nine daughters, including Mary Lou Garza andhusband Arthur of Wanchese, Gloria Jay andhusband Mitch of Manteo, Delia Etheridge andhusband Lauris of Wanchese; three sons including Raymond Gomez and wife Irma of Point Harbor, Francisco B. Gomez and wife Tammy of Chesapeake, Va., 37 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren.

Athelene Lewis Bone

    Athelene Lewis Bone, 86, died Saturday, Dec. 26. She was the former owner of Sam Bone Jewelers and was a member of EnglewoodBaptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Samuel Bone Sr., one sister and two brothers; a son, John S. Bone Jr. and wife Myra of Kitty Hawk;  four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

  The family is being served by Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, Rocky Mount. On-line condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.wheelerandwoodlief.com.

Linda Marks

  Linda Minor Marks, 55, of Starboard Drive, Avon, died Dec. 25 at her home. Born in Williamsburg, Va., she was the daughter of the late Charles and Alice McKown Minor. She was a former retail sales associate in the banking industry and was a member of Cape Hatteras Anglers Club.

  She is survived by her husband, Bryant Eugene Marks of the home, a daughter, Bonnie Lynn Marks of Williamsburg,; a son, Steven Eugene Marks and wife Melissa of Gloucester, Va.; a granddaughter, Marley Jo Marks of Gloucester; two sisters, Mary Morgan andhusband Dave of Avon and Betty Readel andhusband Donald of Williamsburg, and a sister-in-law, Lois Minor of Williamsburg. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Marks was preceded in death by a grandson, Kaden Bryant Marks, and a brother, Charles M. Minor Jr.

  Memorial services were held Dec. 29 at York River Baptist Church. One will also be held Monday, Jan. 4, 7 p.m., at Cape Hatteras Anglers Club.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 442, Hatteras, N.C. 27943, or to the Dare County EMS, P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, N.C. 27954.

  TwifordFuneral Homes, Island Chapel, Hatteras, isassisting the family with arrangements.

Thomas Szilvagyi

  Thomas James (T.J.) Szilvagyi, 52, of Kill Devil Hills, was born Aug. 9, 1957. T.J. found peace Dec. 21 at his home in his bride’s arms with his pastor and a good neighbor present. He was born in Detroit, Mich. and was the son of the late Steve and Thelma (Nnenno) Szilvagyi.

  He wasaveteran, having served in the U.S. Coast Guard. He operated hiwownHVAC business in Dare County and operated it until 1997 at which time he began his employment with Dare County Building and Grounds Department as the HVAC technician. He was a member of Mighty Wind United Methodist Church, the Beekeepers of Albemarle, OBX Shag Club and was an avid motorcyclist who loved the blues and playing the harmonica.

  He is survived by his wife, Bobbye Workman-Szilvagyi, his two daughters, Laura Szilvagyi and Sarah Szilvagyi, both of Manteo; one granddaughter, Layla Mariah Koonce of Manteo; one step-daughter, Shana Collins andhusband Brian of Sardis, Ohio; two step-granddaughters, Zoey and Macey Collins of Sardis, Ohio; T.J. and Bobbye’s angel from heaven, companion andpuppy, Butter; three brothers, Steve (Bondo) Szilvagyi andhis wife, Faye Backie of Onekama, Mich. andtheir children, Joey Szilvagyi, Pamela Kibla andher husband, Scott, Paul Szilvagyi andhis wife, Donna of Elk Grove Village, Ill. andtheir children Monica, Natalie, andEva andher husband, Gorman Christian, brother Jerry Szilvagyi and Suze Dove of Redferd, Mich. andJerry’s children, Steve andwife Patricia Szilvagyi, Lynn Semnca andKendra andher husband, Chris Stone; and their three children, Erin andhusband Marc Behrend, John Patrick McDonald and his wife, Kara; sister Ceci Malilweof East Lansing, Mich. and her daughter, Eliya Malilwe, sister Julie Szilvagyi, and Bob Fedora of Glendale, Ariz.

  A celebration of life will be held at Hilton Garden Inn of Kitty Hawk Sunday, Jan. 3, 3 p.m., withthe Rev. James Thomas Lowery III officiating.

  At Mrs. Szilvagyi’s request, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in T.J.’s memory to the Mighty Wind United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 1793, Nags Head, N.C. 27959.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Colony Chapel, Manteo, is assistingthe family with arrangements. 

 William Lee F. Albrecht

  William Lee F. Albrecht, 86, died unexpectedly Dec. 17  at his residence in Southern Shores. He was born May 18, 1923 in Brooklyn, N.Y. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Virginia, his parents, William and Helen Lee Albrecht, and a sister, Louise McCartney.

  After completing high school in the Valley Stream Long Island school system, he enlisted in the United States Army and served hs country in the Pacific in the 287thOrdinance Company during World War II. After his military service, he went on to build a successful career as a machinist in upstate New York and later in the Nassau County government on Long Island. He retired to the Outer Banks nearly 30 years ago where he rose to the rank of lieutenant in the Southern Shores Fire Department. He also cherished his time at Outer Banks Presbyterian Church. His enthusiasm and dedication will be missed by all who knew him.

  Left to cherish the memory of Bill Albrecht are two sons, Jerry Suterusand wife Gina and Paul Suterus and wife Noelle, all of  Shelter Island, N.Y.; his devoted niece Arline L Arnold and husband Fred of Southern Shores; one sister, Nathalie Higgins of Wyoming, one brother, Robert Albrecht of California; four grandchildren, several other nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members; his church  family and a host of dear friends.

  A memorial service will be held Thursday, Jan. 7, 11 a.m., at Outer Banks Presbyterian Church in Kill Devil Hills with the Rev. Andrew Martinez officiating. Donations may be made to the Southern Shores Fire Department. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent to www.gallopfuneralservices.com.

 

Norwood “Dick“ Armstrong

  Norwood “Dick“ Clinton Armstrong, 88, died at his residence in Manteo Dec. 22. Born in Tarboro, he was the son of the late Dorsey Edward Armstrong and Amanda E. Cratch Armstrong, He is predeceased by his wife, Frances, as well as several brothers and sisters. He was an avid golfer, hunter and fisherman. He served in the U.S. Army and was involved in the Pacific Campaign of World War II and later in life had worked in the maintenance department at “The Lost Colony.“ He was active in church and was one of the foundingmembers of Faith Baptist Church in Manteo.

  Mr. Armstrong is survived by his daughter, Tina, andhusband Orviss Kit O’Neal of Frisco; his son, Dickie Armstrong of Manteo; his grandchildren, Jeremiah Armstrong, Taz O’Neal, Amanda Armstrong, Eliza Kitchens and three great-grandchildren, Emily, Lance and Whitney.

A memorial service will be hedSunday, Dec. 27, 2 p.m., at FaithBaptist Church , with the Rev. Ronnie Midgett officiating.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. 

MARGARET WILLIS PEELE

Margaret Willis Peele, 96, died at home with her family Dec. 22. “Miss Margaret,“ as she was known by almost everyone, was the oldest woman in Hatteras village and was proud of it, especially at the party her family hosted last year for her 95th birthday.

  She was born Halloween in Hatteras Village, the daughter of Willie and Mae (Austin) Willis. She weathered many a storm, endured tough economic times and witnessed German U-boats blowingup Allied shipping within sight of her villageduring World War II. She has lived in her home on Kohler Rd since 1938 and raised her four children there.

  Miss Margaret was a fan of old-time country music and had the trip of her life when her daughter and son-in-law took her to the Grand Ole Opry where she was honored with seats in the first row.

  She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, Fulford, son Shanklin Peele and grandson Robbie Gray. She is survived by daughter Winona Basnight andhusband Dan, Margie and George Easley andhusband Hali, Maggie and Robbie Easley, Carrie and Waylon Barley and Laya Barley; Melodiand Bobbie Schwartz, and children Stefan and Lucy Schwartz and Justin Davis; daughter Mona Walters andhusband Jeff and Heath Brown and Coral Dickens, son Bary Peele and Jeannie, Barry Jr. and Laura Young, Christopher Miller, Amy Peele and children Ross, Liam and Emory, Stacy Sparks and children Hanna and Molly, daughter-in-law Donna Peele and son Brian Ellison, Holly Peele and children Zoe and Stevie, Laura Fulcher and children Zoe and Stevie, Laura Fulcher and children, Austin, Levin and Royce. She is also survived by her sister Careda Midgette and brother Lionel White.

  In the words of her 6-year-old great great-granddaughter Laya, “The five generation’s names were Margaret Peele,  that was the first, the second one was Winona Burroughs, the third one was Margie Easley, the fourthonewas Carrie Barley, the fifth one was Margaret’s great-great granddaughter named Laya Barley. She had a great 96 years of life. Everone loved her very much and they still love her very,very much.“

 Memorials may be made to Hatteras United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O.B. 310, Hatteras, Island Cancer Center Foundation, P.O.B. 442-Hatteras, 27943. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com .

Barbara W. Jennette

  Barbara Willis Jennette, 81, Buxton died Dec. 22 at W.B. Winslow Memorial Home. Born in Hatteras, she was the daughter of the late Josephus andLora O. Willis andwasthe widow of Clarence B. Jennette. She was a member of Hatteras United Methodist Church, the Order of the Eastern Star, Hatteras Island Chapter 103 and of the William Clarence Jackson VFW Post 6060 Auxiliary.

  Mrs. Jennette is survived by her daughters Brenda Russell andhusband Joe of Elizabeth City, and Dana Wright of Buxton;  two sons, Harold D. Carlin and wife Sonia, and Glenn H. Carlin and wife Edna, all of Bxton; a granddaughter, Lora Carlin, whom Mrs. Jennette raised as her own daughter; sister Gerald Choyof ElizabethCity; brother Lonnie Willis of Hatteras; six grandchildren and six great grandchildren; a niece and nephew and all of her friends at the campground.  She was preceded in death by an infant daughter and by her brother, Josephus Willis, Jr. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordffh4com.

Jerald Grey Stephenson

Jerald Grey Stephenson, 72, died Monday, Dec. 7, in Nags Head. Born in Johnson Cunty, he was the son of the late Raeford and Mazie Moulden Stephenson. He was a former member of the Wanchese Lions Club and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Foce.

  Mr. Stephenson is survived by his wife, Brenda Daniels Stephenson of the residence, a stepson, Thomas Harrison and wife Heather of Kill Devil Hills, two daughters, Karen Conn and Cathy West, two sons, Thomas and Andrew Stephenson, 1o grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

  A graveside memorial service will be held Thursday , Dec. 10, 2 p.m., at CudworthCemetery wth the Rev. Dr. Jerome Smithofficiating. The family will receive friends and relatives at the residence. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations my be made to The Salvation Army.

  Twiford funeral Homes, Manteo, is assist ing the family with arrangements.

Carolyn Marie Bascue Harris

  Carolyn Marie Bascue Harris, 71, of Manteo, died Sunday, Dec. 6 in a Norfolk, Va. hospital. Mrs. Harris was born in Martinsburg, W.V. to Arthur and Mary Dick Bascue. She was a retired finance officer for Dare County schools and a member of Manteo Baptist Church. She was an organist and pianist for Manteo Baptist Church and formerly, the Martinsburg Baptist Church since she was 16 years old. She loved camping, her family and all of the kids at school.

  Mrs. Harris is survived by her husband, Ja,es L. Harris of  the   residence, three daughters, Lisa Gayle Whitt of Manteo, Jean Marie Edmonds of Fredericksburg, Va. andJennifer Blandford of Moyock; two sons, William Edward Shanholtzer Jr. of Manteo and James Arthur Harris of Fuquay Varina, and Stephanie Lorynn Harris, a granddaughter whom she raised; a brother, Charles Bascue of Houston, Texas, 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

  A celebration of life will be held at ManteoBaptist Church on Sunday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Ken Simpson and the Rev. Steve Crewesofficiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

  Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Robert D. Johnson

  Robert D. Johnson, 81, of Nags Head, died Friday, Dec. 4. Born in Oneida, N.Y., he was the son of the late DeForest and Rose Honyost Johnson and was the widower of Vivian GrinnelJohnson. He was a retired veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served as a helicopter maintenance chief on the Presidential helicopter staff.

  Mr. Johnson is survived by two sisters, Norma Jean Fera of Oneida, N.Y. and Jean Hadsel of Kingston, N.Y. and a stepson, John Sanborn of Kill Devil Hills.

  No local services will be held, per Mr. Johnson’s request. He will be buried a sea. Twiford Funeral Homes, Manteo, is assistingthe family with arrangements.

 

Alta Jean Gray

   Alta Jean Holloway Gray, 71, died Wednesday, Nov. 4, at her residence. Born in Campbell County, Tenn., she was the daughter of the late Samuel Odell Holloway andthe late Marian Hazel Mitchell Holloway. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Billie Jean James; a sister, Ann Fredrickson; a brother, Paul Holloway, and a granddaughter, Samantha Foster

  Mrs. Gray is survived by her husband, Osborne Gibb Gray, Jr. of the residence; two daughters, Suzanne Williams and Kelly Jean Gray, both of Avon; three sons Mitchell C. James of Hatteras, Brian K. James of   Buxton, and Shawn James of Chesapeake, Va.; one step-son, Ozzie Gray of Jarvisburg, eleven grandchildren including a special granddaughter, Savannah Mulder who was raised by Mrs. Gray, and seven great-grandchildren.

Margaret M. Cafferty

  Margaret m. Cafferty, matriarch of the Cafferty family, passed on, went to join her friends and family in heaven on Wednesday, Nov. 4.

  She was preceded in deathby her beloved husband Thomas A. Cafferty, her mother andfather Elizabeth and David McClunn, her brother Rt. Reverend Monsignor Justin McClunn, and her daughter Deborah Cafferty White.

  She is survived by her sons Thomas D. Cafferty and wife Debra of Great Falls, Va. and Timothy M. Cafferty of Kitty Hawk; her grandchildren Lauren and Stephanie Cafferty of Great Falls, Va. ;Justin, Connor, Mackenzie, Sinclaire and Laine Cafferty of Kitty Hawk; Katherine Margaret and Ashley White of Lynchburg, va., and a host of other relatives and friends.

  Born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., the granddaughter of famed New York Senator Garth Cronin who was the largest bridge and tunnel contractor in New York in the early 1900’s, Marge came from the top society of New York. She graduated from DumbartonCollegein Washington, D.C. withamaster’s degree before making her way to the Outer Banks withher husbandwhere she partnered withher Tom on many successful businesses, including Kitty Hawk Realty and Rentals. After Tom’s passing in 1974, Marge became one of the first female company owners on the Outer Banks as she continued to grow the company to great success that has now spanned more than 45 years.

  She was an active member of the local board of Realtors and served on the organization’s board of directors for several years until her retirement. She also was active in the Dare County League of Women Voters, a noted patron of charitable cases, an one of the founding members of the Outer Banks Catholic Parish.

Gudrun Swanagan

  Gudrun Hedwig Uphues Swanagan, many knew her as “Goody,” age 82, of Wilkinson Street in Kill Devil Hills, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Virginia Beach General Hospital. Goody was born in Swinemuende, Germany on the Baltic Sea, Aug. 10, 1927, to Bernard Ludwig Uphues and Frieda Draeger Uphues. She met and married the late Master Sergeant Clarence Edward Swanagan of the U.S. Army in 1949. She spent many of her years traveling throughout Europe, Japan and the U.S. She was the mother of the late Mike E. Swanagan.

  She served as president of the American Legion Auxiliary of the Outer Banks and enjoyed spending her time playing cardds with all her friends at the Baum Center. She will be dearly missed.

  She is survived by a sister, Gisela Seidel, a brother, Bernhrd Uphues, a half-sister, Barbara Abu-Sakr and a half-brother, Klaus Uphues, all of Germany; a daughter, Linda L. Thompson, son-in-law Jon C. Thompson and grandson Zach D. Thompson, all of Kill Devil Hills; a granddaughter, Katie N. Thompson of Columbia, Md. and a grandson, Mike E. Swanagan II of Southhill, Va.

In Memory of a Mother: “I remember thee in this solemn hour, my dear mother. I remember the days when thou didst dwell on earth, and thy tender love watched overme like a guardian angel. Thou has gone from me, but the bondwhich unites our souls can never be severed, thine image lives within my heart. may he meciful Fher rewad tee fr thfaithflness an kindnesstou has vershon me; may He lift up thel light of the countenance upn thee nd grant thee eternal peace! Amen“

  Twifrd Funeral Home, Colony Chapl, Mateo, is assising th family it arranemnts.

Helene McGinnis

  MANTEO, N.C. — Helene K. McGinnis, 87, died Saturday, Oct. 24, in Roanoke, Virginia. She was born July 4, 1922 in Lounsberry, N.Y. , the first of Lena and Earl Keesler’s three daughters. A graduate of Candor High School, she earned a business degree at Ridley College in Binghamton, N.Y.

She enslisted in the Women’s Army Corp (WAC) shortly after unit was begun in 1943. She served at Camp Shanks Army base, New York, and Fort Ogletree, Ga.,  as a small arms inspector, test firing weapons specialist. She was a member of the WAC’’s 1945 championship basketball team. She received an honorable discharge from the WAC unit on Jnuary 27, 1946.

  After receiving her Army discharge, she worked in accounting  at Cornell University until her marriage to Dennis E. McGinnis in 1951. He preceded her in death on Oct. 26, 2005.

  Raising her family, she played an active part in all community activities: 10 years in the “Lost Colony” production, PTA member and supporters of the Manteo schools, and an officer of the first Manteo High School booster’s club. She was a dedicated volunteer worker for the Dare County Board of Elections.

  Helene enjoyed the company of her close friends in Manteo, Dora Midgette, Estelle Wilson, Alice Kellogg andAlene Midgett, meeting for coffee each morning for almost 40 years. This tradition started at Fearing’s drugstore in downtown Manteo in 1966 and continued at McDonald’s well past the turn of the century.

  For the past seven years, Helene has been in the loving care of her son Brian and his wife, Ursula, and their sons, Brian and Thomas. The loving care and consideration they have given Mom has extended her life and made it meaningful.

  She is survived by her five sons, Dennis and his wife Kit of Manteo;  Brian and his wife Ursula of Stewardsville, Va.; Kevin and his wife Renee of Sunbury; Sean an his wife Jeanne of  Hickory; and Terry and his wife Anna of  Manteo; six grandchildren, Bryan, Thomas, Sarah, Katheryn, Matt and Milly; sister Betty Kroplin of Spencer, N.Y.

  A memorial remembrance gathering will beheld at Twiford’s Funeral Home in Manteo Saturday, Oct. 31, at 1 p.m.