All Obituaries

God is the keeper of our mind and soul and even in times of grief and sorrow, His love and strength can make us whole. Unite with us in prayer as we reflect on the life of Mrs. Queenie Rountree, 96, of Grifton, who died on June 2, 2026, at ECU Medical Healthcare Center, Greenville, NC.  

God is the keeper of our mind and soul and even in times of grief and sorrow, His love and strength can make us whole. Unite with us as we reflect on the life of Mr. Randolph Brown, 90, who died June 1, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete.

God is our refuge and strength, the One who carries us through life's most difficult moments. Even in seasons of grief and sorrow, His love provides comfort, His grace brings peace, and His strength helps us move forward one day at a time. Please unite with us in prayer as we remember the life and legacy of Mr. Rodney E. "Lunch" Meadows, 39, of Kinston, who entered eternal rest on May 31, 2026. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in the ...

God is the keeper of our minds, our hearts, and our souls. Even in seasons of grief and sorrow,  His unfailing love and sustaining strength have the power to mend what is broken and bring peace to those who trust in Him. We invite you to unite with us in prayer as we reflect upon and celebrate the life and legacy of Mrs. Diane White, 71, of Kinston, North Carolina, who entered eternal rest on May 30, 2026, at while in the care of Harmony Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ...

With heartfelt sympathy and compassionate care, we announce the earthly transition of Ms. Devon Michelle Dawson,43, of New Bern, formerly of Vanceboro, who peacefully transitioned from labor to reward on Monday, May 25, 2026, while in the comfort of her home. She was born December 3, 1982, in Craven County to Margaret Mitchell Jones and the late William James Dawson. The service remembering her life and legacy will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, May 30, 2026  in the sanctuary of Queen ...

With heartfelt sympathy and compassionate care, we announce the earthly transition of Mrs. Betty Ward Green Griffin, age 87, of Wolfforth, Texas, formerly of Vanceboro, North Carolina, who peacefully departed this life on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at her residence.  She was born January 30, 1939, in Craven County to the late Joe Ward and Lizzie Nobles.  A Celebration of Life will be held 12:00Noon Saturday, June 6, 2026, in the sanctuary of Mills Chapel Free Will Baptist ...

God is the keeper of our mind and soul and even in times of grief and sorrow, His love and strength can make us whole. Unite with us in prayer as we reflect on the life of Ms. Tempsie Ward, 65, of Trenton, who died on May 20, 2026, at Brook Stone Living Center, Pollocksville, NC.   The Management and Staff of Trinity Funeral Services are privileged to provide a service with the spirit of Excellence, Dignity, & Devotion to the family of Ms. Tempsie Ward  "Diligent in ...

God is the keeper of our mind and soul and even in times of grief and sorrow, His love and strength can make us whole. Unite with us in prayer as we reflect on the life of Mr. William "Sonny" Sutton, 76, of Virginia, who died May 11, 2026. A service celebrating his life and legacy will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in the Memorial Chapel of Trinity Funeral Service, 1276 US HWY 258 N., Kinston,  Burial will follow in the Parrott Cemetery, LaGrange Visitation ...

OFFICE NOTICE OF TRANSITION With heartfelt sympathy and deep reverence, we announce the peaceful transition of an esteemed Civil Rights Leader, community advocate, and servant of justice, Mr. Bennie Robert Rountree peacefully transitioned on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the blessed age of 91. A dedicated champion for equality and social justice, he faithfully stood alongside some of the nation’s most influential civil rights voices, including Martin Luther King Jr. and Jesse Jackson, ...

With heartfelt sympathy and compassionate care, we announce the earthly transition of Mr. Beecher Jay King, 82, of Vanceboro, who departed this life on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 while in the care of CarolinaEast Medical Center, New Bern.  The Service of Celebration honoring his life and cherished memories will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, May 11, 2026, from the sanctuary of Rouse's Abundant Life, Inc. 7162 NC-903, Ayden, NC 28513 Interment with honors will follow in Eastern Carolina ...