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Robert B. Bates

March 18, 2019 | Obituaries

FRISCO — Mr. Robert B. Bates passed away suddenly Friday, March 15, 2019 in Frisco, NC. He was 92 and preceded in death recently by his wife, Doris.

Robert was born in in Oklahoma. He was a retired Naval officer who served his country bravely in World War II. He also completed law school and was a practicing civil service attorney form many years on the Washington, DC/Maryland area. Robert loved to dance and particularly enjoyed country music- his favorite was “Faded Love” by Bob Wills.

Robert Bates is survived by his two daughters, Rhonda Bates (Wes) of Frisco, and Carol Wilson (Ron) of Ocala, FL as well as a dear friend Donna C. Hayden of Avon, NC.

The family will honor Robert’s wishes and forego memorial services. Memorial donations in Robert’s memory are being gratefully accepted at the Dare County SPCA.

Condolences to the family may be expressed via the online register at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.

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George Ray Stallings

November 27, 2024 | Obituaries

November 16, 1958 – November 25, 2024 George Ray “Bird” Stallings, 66, of Rocky Mount, NC, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024, at his second home in Buxton, NC. Born on November 16, 1958, in Rocky Mount, NC, George lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love. Ray earned his bachelor’s degree from [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Eric Paul “Rick” Foutz

November 26, 2024 | Obituaries

May 1, 1959 – November 20, 2024 FRISCO — Eric Paul “Rick” Foutz, born on May 1, 1959, in Roanoke, VA, passed away on November 20, 2024, in Frisco, NC, at the age of 65. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Pensacola Mae McClease

November 26, 2024 | Obituaries

MANTEO — Pensacola Mae McClease, born October 26, 1932, was called home to be with the Lord on November 22, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of Norfleet Price Meekins and Bessie Mae Meekins. Pensacola was preceded in death by her beloved siblings, Lillian Austin, Beatrice Lee, Theodore Meekins, her grandson, LeQuan Golden, and her [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Kenneth William Pekrun, Sr.

November 26, 2024 | Obituaries

August 29, 1934 – November 24, 2024 MANTEO — Kenneth William Pekrun, Sr., born on August 29, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2024, in Manteo, North Carolina, at the age of 90. Kenneth was a man who embraced the great outdoors, finding joy in both hunting and wood carving. He [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Walter M. Wells, Jr.

November 26, 2024 | Obituaries

August 9, 1941 – November 21, 2024 WAVES — Walter “Skip” Marshall Wells, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024, in Waves, North Carolina, at the age of 83. Born on August 9, 1941, in Beltsville, Maryland, Skip lived a life full of love, adventure, and fulfillment. [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Anne Elizabeth Riffe

November 21, 2024 | Obituaries

Heaven gained the sweetest angel on November 18, 2024. Anne Elizabeth Riffe, 85, passed away peacefully in her home. She was born in North Hamptonshire, England to the late Leonard and Agnes Manning. She met her late husband, Jack, there while he was serving in the Air Force. They had been married 50 years at [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

John Patrick Canning Sr.

November 21, 2024 | Obituaries

John Patrick Canning Sr., of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 9, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Edward and Margaret Canning, John was the fifth of eight children in a close-knit Irish family. John graduated from Father Judge High School in 1966 [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Elaine Jordan

November 21, 2024 | Obituaries

January 25, 1959 – October 31, 2024 Elaine Jordan sadly passed away at the age of 65, surrounded by her family in the United Kingdom. Surviving is Julie (Sister), Steve (Brother-in-law), Samantha (Neice), and Bradley (Nephew). Elaine was the eldest of two children of Jean and Wally and was born in Chatham, Kent, England, and [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

John Edward Simpson

November 21, 2024 | Obituaries

June 16, 1960 – November 15, 2024 OCRACOKE — John Edward Simpson, beloved father, brother, partner, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024, in Ocracoke, N.C., at the age of 64. Born on June 16, 1960, in St. Petersburg, F.L., John lived a life rich with passion, dedication, and love. A proud graduate [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

Richard S. Lawrenson, Jr.

November 20, 2024 | Obituaries

May 3, 1936 – November 18, 2024 KITTY HAWK — Our dad, Richard S. Lawrenson, Jr. of Kitty Hawk, was peacefully transferred into the presence of his God and Savior on Monday, November 18, 2024. He moved to the Outer Banks from Durant, OK, recently after the death of his wife of almost 70 years [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

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