Obituaries

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Margaret (Peg) Karen Tiller Landreth

September 26, 2023 | Obituaries

December 29, 1944 – September 24, 2023 Margaret Karen Tiller Landreth (Peg) passed peacefully from complications of Alzheimer’s on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Born in Gallion, Ohio on December 29, 1944, to the late Jim and Mable Tiller, Peg was the fourth of five children. She was a graduate of Gallion High School, then proceeded […]

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Robert W. Nappi

September 26, 2023 | Obituaries

Robert W. Nappi, age 55, died peacefully on Friday, September 22, 2023 at home surrounded by family and friends following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Bob was born on April 4, 1968 in Schenectady, NY to Diane and the late Carl Nappi. Bob was a 1986 graduate of Niskayuna High School, in Schenectady, NY. […]

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Joyce Mildred Edelin

September 21, 2023 | Obituaries

KILL DEVIL HILLS — Joyce Mildred Edelin, 75, of Kill Devil Hills, NC passed away at her home the morning of September 18, 2023, surrounded by her family. Joyce came to the Outer Banks back in October of 2018 to retire peacefully from the hustle and bustle of DC area traffic…only to be flabbergasted by […]

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Debra Willman

September 21, 2023 | Obituaries

MANTEO — Debra Willman of Manteo, NC passed away on September 19, 2023, at the age of 66. She was born on March 3, 1957, in Fresno, CA, to her loving parents Lyla and Otto Willman, Jr. Debra’s journey in the medical field began after her graduation from Fresno State University. With her steadfast determination […]

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Victoria Nadine Caldwell

September 21, 2023 | Obituaries

Victoria Nadine Caldwell, 88, of Fancy Gap, VA, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at her home. She was born in Southport, NC, to the late Norley Franklin Britt and Ora Leigh (Holden) Britt Hylton. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her siblings, Norley Franklin Britt, Jr., Elaine Godwin, […]

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Sharon Griffith Dunstan

September 19, 2023 | Obituaries

  March 2, 1967 – September 16, 2023 KILL DEVIL HILLS — Sharon Griffith Dunstan of Kill Devil Hills, NC, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on September 16, 2023, at age 56. Born March 2, 1967 in Franklin, VA. Sharon loved every minute she shared with her family. She was at […]

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Melodie Lotz Hardham

September 18, 2023 | Obituaries

POMPANO BEACH, FL— Melodie Lotz Hardham, age 79, of Pompano Beach, Florida, passed away on August, 28, 2023, after a long struggle with COPD. She was born in Neenah, Wisconsin, on March 6, 1944, to the late Frances Leah Gifford and Rudolph Fredrick Lotz. She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as […]

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Talmage Manning Willis, Sr.

September 18, 2023 | Obituaries

July 8, 1940 – September 15, 2023 HATTERAS — Talmage Manning Willis, Sr. passed away peacefully on September 15, 2023, in his hometown of Hatteras, NC. He was born on July 8, 1940, to Catherine O’Neal Willis and Harmon Jones Willis, Sr. Talmage was called to rest at the age of 83. Throughout his life, […]

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Wayland Ward Jennette

September 16, 2023 | Obituaries | 1

BUXTON — Wayland Ward Jennette, age 79, of Buxton, North Carolina, passed away on September 14, 2023. He was born in Washington, NC, on March 8, 1944, to the late Juanita Peele and Clarence Baxter Jennette. Wayland was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his brothers, Clarence Baxter Jennette, Jr., and Leo […]

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Kevin M. Nolan

September 14, 2023 | Obituaries

SOUTHERN SHORES — Kevin Nolan, 66, passed away peacefully at home, following an extended period of medical issues on March 29, 2023. He is survived by his wife Barbara (Strozeski) Nolan. Kevin and Barbara permanently moved to NC, in 2012 from Branchburg, NJ where Kevin worked and retired from Verizon. Kevin spent his youth in […]

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Charles Richard Pelic

September 14, 2023 | Obituaries

KILL DEVIL HILLS — Charles R Pelic, age 97, of Ambridge Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Sunday September 3, 2023, in Spring Arbor of the Outer Banks, Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Chuck lived a long and illustrious life filled with challenges, fun, and laughter with very loving children, who supported him after his beloved [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Yvonne Hancher Castleman Saffell

September 13, 2023 | Obituaries

May 21, 1933 – September 10, 2023 MANTEO — Yvonne Hancher Castleman Saffell of Manteo, NC, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on September 10, 2023, at the age of 90. Yvonne was born on May 21, 1933, in Martinsburg, WV, to her parents, Madeline Strother and John Castleman, and raised [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Ronald T. Strachan

September 13, 2023 | Obituaries

On September 9, 2023, at the age of 91, Ronald Thomas Strachan bid adieu to his earthly form and boarded the flight to his next adventure. Born February 27, 1932, to Thomas and Blanche Strachan, Ron spent his youth in Dayton, OH. He was a first-generation American and the youngest of six siblings. Upon graduating [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

George Joseph Kowal, Jr.

September 11, 2023 | Obituaries

NAGS HEAD — George Joseph Kowal, Jr. Passed away Friday, September 8, 2023. George was born in Long Island, New York, and moved to Nags Head approximately 30 years ago. He was a floor installer by trade and worked part time for Food Lion in his adult years. He loved fishing, but most importantly NASCAR. [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Robert Edward Ficik

September 11, 2023 | Obituaries

KILL DEVIL HILLS — Robert E. Ficik “Bob” passed away September 5, 2023. Bob was born July 7, 1945 in Bayonne NJ. Born to immigrants John Ficik and Mary (Gnip) Ficik of Czechoslovakia who came over to the USA in 1930 with his brother John, through Ellis Island. They settled in Bayonne where Bob was [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Marianne L. Chessick

September 11, 2023 | Obituaries

The family of Marianne L. Chessick is deeply saddened to announce her passing September 7, 2023 in Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC. Born in Essex County New Jersey March 28, 1944, Marianne was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Genevieve Zabludowski. Marianne and husband, Eddie have resided happily in Manteo for decades. Marianne was [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Major Edward Curles

September 11, 2023 | Obituaries

WANCHESE — A lifelong resident of Wanchese, Major Edward Curles was called home to be with the Lord on September 9, 2023, in Nags Head. He was 87 years old. Born March 27, 1939, in Duck, NC, Major was the son of Jackson Curles and Fannie Rodgers Curles, both deceased. Major’s life was also impacted [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Patrick Clinton Wilkerson

September 8, 2023 | Obituaries

KITTY HAWK — Patrick Clinton Wilkerson died of natural causes in Kitty Hawk, NC, on August 31, 2023, at the age of 80. Patrick was a Navy man for 31 years as a professional photographer. He was a wonderful friend and will be truly missed. Rest in Peace, Patrick. Patrick is survived by his wife [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Albert Anthony Munza

September 5, 2023 | Obituaries

KILL DEVIL HILLS —  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Albert Anthony Munza, age 91, who died peacefully on Sunday, September 3, 2023. “Uncle Al” was a sweet, friendly, good man with a great sense of humor. He was born in Bronx, NY on December 13, 1931. His mother, Francesca [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Jack A. Blades

August 28, 2023 | Obituaries

Jack A. Blades, born in Somerset, Pennsylvania, on December 11, 1935, died on August 25, 2023, peacefully at home in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Jack was preceded in death by his parents James and Edna Blades; brother, Paul Blades; and sisters, Janet Stutzman and Ruth Thomas. He is survived by his wife of 48 [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Frans P. Koeleveld

August 28, 2023 | Obituaries

June 29, 1930 – August 19, 2023 SOUTHERN SHORES — Franciscus (Frans) Petrus Paulus Koeleveld, family patriarch and esteemed textile engineer, passed away on August 19, 2023. He was born on June 29, 1930, in The Hague, The Netherlands. A longtime resident of Southern Shores, NC, Frans was 93 years old at the time of [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

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