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Ed Conjura, a man of sharp wit, amazing energy, and a truly remarkable mind, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, at the age of 82. Ed lived a life that was anything but ordinary – full of laughter, adventure, and a love of learning. Ed’s academic journey was impressive as it was unique. From […]
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KILL DEVIL HILLS — Gary Ronald Church, 82, died January 9, 2025 in the love and comfort of his Kill Devil Hills home. He was preceded in death by his son, Ronald, both parents, and three brothers. Gary spent his career as a musician – a lead singer in bands that he ran and bands […]
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KILL DEVIL HILLS — Lola C. Thompson, 90, passed way of natural causes January 9, 2025. Lola was predeceased by her husband, Carl Ray Thompson; her son, Carl Robert Thompson; her parents, Gordon and Lena; as well as her three siblings. Lola was born in Ashland, Ohio and grew up in Point Pleasant, WV. After […]
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It is with great sadness we announce the death of Gary Edward Ferguson of Nags Head, North Carolina. Gary passed away on December 12, 2024 after sustaining a severe brain injury. Gary was born on June 23,1950 in Wilmington, Delaware, to Elizabeth Anne and Cecil Ferguson, Jr. After graduating from Stephen Decatur High School in […]
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KITTY HAWK — Margaret Ramsey “Peggy” Roughton passed away of natural causes January 6, 2025 at her Kitty Hawk, NC home. Peggy was 93 years old. She was born in Mount Carmel, PA, the daughter of the late William and Mary Ramsey. Peggy was active, extremely smart, and a kind and loving wife and mother. […]
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February 24, 1946 – January 7, 2025 NAGS HEAD — Donna Lee Price Savage passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, in Nags Head, NC, at the age of 78. Born on February 24, 1946, in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of the late Katherine Fletter Price and Arthur Price. She was also preceded […]
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KITTY HAWK — Kerrie Jean Lanigan Daly, 56, of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2025. Kerrie was born on May 15, 1968, in Greenlawn, New York, to Donald and Edna Lanigan. Kerrie graduated from SUNY Binghamton with a degree in political science and earned a paralegal certificate from The George […]
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KILL DEVIL HILLS — Megan Elizabeth Zobel was born on July 4, 1994 as a beloved daughter to Reid and Linda passed away on January 2, 2025. As the oldest sister to Hannah, Katelyn, David, she always loved her family- growing up playing barbies and dress up. Megan loved music and singing- from a young […]
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BUXTON — Nancy Ellen (Cooke) Giannotti, born June 25, 1937, in Lawndale, NC, is now praising Jesus in heaven having passed away peacefully at the age of 87 in Greenville, NC, on January 4, 2025. Nancy was a rare gift in this world, to know her was to see the love of Jesus. Growing up […]
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KITTY HAWK — Dolores Lorraine Whamond died peacefully in her Kitty Hawk, North Carolina home on Jan. 1, 2025. She leaves behind her husband of 43 years, William E. (Bill) Whamond, who was her loving caregiver during the final years of her life. Dolores was the mother of Heather Whamond of East Hartford. CT and […]
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June 8, 1942 – January 4, 2025 WANCHESE — Charles Forrest Brodie, Jr. ascended to heaven on January 4, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at his home. He was born on June 8, 1942, in Roanoke, VA. His love of trains and building race cars quickly developed into a profession in the automotive parts industry. [...] Obituaries | Full Article
August 6, 1975 – December 28, 2024 OCRACOKE — Christopher Robin Waller, 49, died peacefully at his home on Ocracoke Island, NC, on December 28, 2024. A native of Ocracoke and graduate of Ocracoke School, Chris was a handyman with many skills, such as carpentry, heating and air work, and plumbing. He was employed by Carl O’Neal [...] Obituaries | Full Article
September 3, 1950 – December 5, 2024 KILL DEVIL HILLS — William Terry Dunn, known to some as WT or “Wild Thing,” passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 5, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born on September 3, 1950, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Clifford and Margaret Dunn. WT graduated [...] Obituaries | Full Article
Richard Lauder McEwan, Sr. “Dickie” passed away unexpectedly on December 10th, 2024 from complications caused by pneumonia. The son of Winnifred and John McEwan, Richie was born in Albany, NY on January 21st, 1940. McEwan joined the U.S. Navy in 1960 where he served as a yeoman aboard the USS Newport News CA-148 and enjoyed [...] Obituaries | Full Article
April 8, 1976 – December 27, 2024 SOUTERN SHORES — Lori Frances Oldham Godfrey, age 48, passed away on December 27, 2024, at her home in Southern Shores, NC. Born on April 8, 1976, in Akron, OH, Lori lived a life filled with love, compassion, and dedication to her family and her profession. For the [...] Obituaries | Full Article
March 2, 1932 – December 26, 2024 KILL DEVIL HILLS — James Lee “Jim” Feeney of Kill Devil Hills, N.C., passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024 at the age of 92. A proud husband and father, James is survived by his loving daughters Jane, Karen (Ed), Nancy (Tim), Mary (John), Maggie (Lauron), and Kellie [...] Obituaries | Full Article
April 14, 1935 – December 17, 2024 KILL DEVIL HILLS — Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt Luise Friedhilde Zeller, née Hertel, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on December 17, 2024, at the age of 89. She was preceded in death by her husband Armin Josef Zeller and her sister Karin [...] Obituaries | Full Article
November 28, 1939 – December 26, 2024 NAGS HEAD — Sally Moore Herbert Roof, born on November 28, 1939, in Halifax County, NC, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, at the age of 85 in Nags Head, NC. She devoted her life to being a homemaker, creating a nurturing and loving home for her [...] Obituaries | Full Article
December 25, 1961 – December 18, 2024 WANCHESE — Laura Belle Boning of Wanchese, North Carolina passed away on December 19, 2024 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. She was born in Dover Foxcroft, Maine on December 25, 1961. Laura was a beloved mother, sister, spouse, coworker, and friend. She radiated kindness and generosity. Her family [...] Obituaries | Full Article
AVON — Evelyn Jean “Jeanie” Gray, passed peacefully Thursday, December 26, 2024 at her home in Avon. Jeanie was born in Hopkinsville, Kentucky on December 7, 1941. She met and married the late Cyril M. Gray Jr. in Hopkinsville, Kentucky on October 17, 1960. Cyril served in the military for 30 years where Jeanie supported [...] Obituaries | Full Article
KILL DEVIL HILLS — Stephen Alexander Simon, 50, of Kill Devil Hills, NC, has gone to be with our Lord. Steve was greatly loved by his parents, Becky Williams, Steve Simon and Diana Simon; his brothers Allen Simon (Jennifer) and Paul Simon; his sister Sophia McConnell; and nephews James and Nikolas McConnell. Steve spent his [...] Obituaries | Full Article
Submitted by Joan L. Collins Darrell McNary Collins, 69, a native of Manteo, NC, passed to the Great Beyond on Christmas Eve with his wife Tonya by his side. He graduated from Elizabeth City State University with a B.S. in Geology/Minor in History. As a college student, the story of the Wright Brothers captivated Darrell [...] Obituaries | Full Article
