Beaufort Co., NC Obituaries - Sa

Beaufort County Obituaries

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Carrie Tate Sadler

MAYSVILLE - Carrie Tate Sadler, 85, formerly of Swan Quarter, died January 20, at Britthaven Nursing Home of Jacksonville. Mrs. Sadler was a native of Beaufort County. She was preceded in death by her son, Edward Sadler, and her daughter, Christine Stotesberry. Surviving are four granddaughters: Carol S. Aman and Wanda S. Morton of Maysville, Lisa Stotesberry of Felda, Florida, and Susie Gibbs of Engelhard; and three grandsons: Marty Sadler of Maysville, Curtis and Ernie Stotesberry of Swan Quarter; 14 great-grandchildren; and her son-in-law, Roland Stotesberry of Swan Quarter. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 23, at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Maysville with the Rev. George Packer officiating. Burial will be in the Dogwood Memorial Cemetery in Maysville. The family will receive friends at the home of Jack and Carol Aman in Belgrade. (The Coastland Times (Manteo, NC) - Thursday, January 23, 1997; pg. 8A)

Emmett Darrell Sadler, Sr.

Mr. Emmett Darrell Sadler, Sr., age 82, a resident of 517 Schoolhouse Road, Belhaven, NC died Friday, November 24, 2006 at the Pungo District Hospital. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday November 28, 2006 at the Bethany United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Linda Rowe. Burial will follow in the Winsteadville Community Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Skip Mountcastle, Buddy Mountcastle, Donnie Loes, Carroll Selby, Timmy Selby and Cliff Davis. Honorary pallbearers will be David Davis, Greg Davis, Scottie Selby, Ronnie Loes, Gary Loes, Danny Selby, Frank Davis and Ben Selby. Mr. Sadler was born in Beaufort County on July 31, 1924 son of the late Jesse Sadler and the late Effie Carawan Sadler. He attended Beaufort and Carven County Schools and served his country in the Army during World War II. Mr. Sadler participated in the Campaign of Rhineland where he was wounded in action. He received a Purple Heart and a Combat infantry Badge ribbon with one Bronze Star. Mr. Sadler married the former Jackie Selby on May 8, 1949 who survives. He worked as a truck driver with Selby Land Concepts until his retirement in August of 2001. Mr. Sadler was a member of the Beaufort County Post 15 of the American Legion, a member of the Washington VFW Post 6088 and a member of Bethany United Methodist Church. Surviving along with Mr. Sadler’s wife of the home is a son: Emmett “Dee” Sadler, Jr. of Belhaven; a daughter: Jane S. Van Staalduinen and her husband Leonard of Greenville; a brother Royce Sadler of Bridgeton and two grandsons: Ben Van Staalduinen and James Michael Van Staalduinen both of Greenville. The Sadler family will receive friends at the home located at 517 Schoolhouse Road, Belhaven, NC. Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the Sadler family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Monday, November 27, 2006)

Henry M. Sadler

Mr. Henry M. Sadler, 81, of Newport News, Va., died Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006. A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the chapel of W.J. Smith & Son Funeral Home, Newport News, Va., with Richard Pulsifer officiating. Burial will be private. Mr. Sadler was born in Washington, but moved early in his life to the Virginia Peninsula where he lived for 40 years. He was a graduate of Newport News High School. He served in the Navy for four years, where he was in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with One Star. He worked for NACA for 10 years and then spent 29 years in banking. He retired from the Bank of Virginia as executive vice president in 1985. He coached basketball, served on PTAs, worked with the Boy Scouts, the Rotarians, the Better Business Bureau and the Virginia College Fund. For many years he was chairman of the National Society to Prevent Blindness. He was married to Betty Sadler, who survives. Survivors include five children, Carol S. Contarino of Richmond, Va., Henry M. Sadler III of Hawaii, Mark S. Sadler of Roanoke, Va., William P. Sadler of Chesterfield, Va., and Karen K. Sadler of Richmond, Va.; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Friday at the funeral home following the memorial service. Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Thursday, October 26, 2006)

Ruby Hopkins Sadler

Mrs. Ruby Hopkins Sadler, 65, of 174 Wells Ave., Washington, died Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006, at her home. A graveside service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday at the Belhaven Community Cemetery with pastor Ron Estes officiating. Wayne Hopkins, Stanley Hopkins, Wayne Sadler, Ben Windley, B.T. Quidley and Jimmy Coltrain will serve as pallbearers. Mrs. Sadler was born May 13, 1941, to the late David and Blanch Foster Hopkins. On Sept. 4, 1962, she married William H. Sadler who preceded her in death on July 12, 2000. Mrs. Sadler was a homemaker, an ordained minister and was a member of River City Christian Center. Survivors include two daughters, Tammy Sadler Osnoe of Washington and Cynthia Sadler Radcliff of Bath; one son, William Randall Sadler Sr. of Washington; one brother, David Stanley Hopkins Jr. of Kill Devil Hills, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Paul Funeral Home of Washington and other times at the home at 174 Wells Ave., Washington. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Sadler family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Wednesday, October 18, 2006)

Rajie A. Saleeby
April 11, 1956-March 16, 2001

Rajie A. Saleeby, 44, of Temecula died March 16. He was born in Washington, N.C., and was a regional sales manager. Mr. Saleeby served in the Navy and was a member of West Band Masonic Lodge 434 in Lewisville, N.C. Survivors include his wife, Roslea R. Saleeby; daughter, Katherine Elaine Saleeby of Temecula; sons, James Richard Saleeby and Nicholas Parker Saleeby of Temecula; and sister, Katherine Prescott of Greenville, N.C. Services were pending. Arrangements: Caring Cremation Services. (San Diego Union-Tribune (San Diego, CA) – March 31, 2001)

Elgin Jerome Salisbury

Master Elgin Jerome Salisbury, 13, of 360 Turkey Trot Road, No. 1, Washington, died Thursday, April 20, 2006, at home. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in The Assembly of The Children of God, Washington, with Elder James Beatty officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington. Master Salisbury was born in Pitt County on June 26, 1992. He was the son of Willa Smith Latham and Jerry Louis Salisbury and the stepson of Donnie Earl Latham. Survivors include three brothers, Michael Spruill, Quincy Spruill and Tyrell Salisbury, all of Washington; two sisters, Kishea Spruill and Tarsha Spruill, both of Washington, and his grandmother, Shirley Fleetwood of Richmond, Va. The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service. Arrangements are by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, April 22, 2006)

John Anthony Sanchez

Mr. John Anthony Sanchez, 54, of Washington, died Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007. A funeral will be conducted today at 2 p.m. in Triumph Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. C.B. Gray officiating. Burial will follow in the Crandol family cemetery. The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service. Arrangements are by Dickens Funeral Service, Inc., of Tarboro. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, January 5, 2008)

Mildred Butler Sanderford

Mildred Butler Sanderford of Cary, NC, died August 16, 2007, at the age of 101. She was born in Chocowinity, the eldest daughter of Laura and Frank Butler, and grew up in nearby Washington, NC, where she was educated in the public schools before going on to North Carolina State College for Women (now UNC-G). A member of the class of 1927, she majored in English and education; taught school in Bath and Milton; and in 1927, married Everett C. Sanderford of Raleigh. In 1936, Mildred and Everett moved to Cary where they spent the rest of their lives. Both were devoted to family, church, and community. Mildred particularly valued formal education and life-long learning. She was a leader in Cary Woman’s Club and its early efforts at community beautification: some of the club’s plantings of flowering trees and shrubs still enhance the historic district. During WWII, she contributed to the war effort not just by helping with her victory garden and canning much of what she grew, but especially by returning to teaching. She was the first garden editor of The Cary News and a founding member of the Cary Garden Club. In 2002, the club honored her with a life membership in the Garden Club of North Carolina. She was also a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Cary and recently of Westwood Baptist Church. Her husband, Everett, her sister, Laura Meredith Benton, her brother, John Butler, and two sons-in-law, Harold McEntire and William Marley, preceded her in death. She is survived by her three daughters, Patricia Gruber and husband, Ira of Bellaire, TX, Everette Claire Marley of Cary, and Barbara McEntire of Cary; sister, Dorothy Wright of Washington and Hope Mills, NC and her sons; and 8 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild — all of whom will greatly miss her nurturing and love. Mildred’s family will receive friends at Westwood Baptist Church, 200 Westhigh St., Cary on Saturday morning, August 25, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Funeral services will begin an hour later at the church with burial following at Hillcrest Cemetery in Cary. Mildred’s family wishes to express its appreciation to Dr. James Parsons for his humane practice of medicine; to Mary, Ruth, and Joanne for their many kindnesses in attending Mother; and to the staff of Mayview Convalescent Center and of Wake County Hospice for their care and wise guidance. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Sunday, August 19, 2007)

Lula Mae Bryant Sanders

Mrs. Lula Mae Bryant Sanders, 58, of 706 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington, died Tuesday, July 25, 2006, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital, Greenville. A funeral will be conducted at noon Saturday in Word of Life Worship Center (formerly Mt. Sinia Church), Washington, with Bishop Aaron McCarter officiating. Burial will follow in Whitfield and Whitley Cemetery, Washington. Mrs. Sanders was born in Beaufort County on Jan. 8, 1948. She was the daughter of the late Catherine Bryant Dixon and Bennie Carter. She attended the Beaufort County schools. She was a day care provider with Tender Love Day Care, Washington. She was a member of Word of Life Worship Center, Washington. Survivors include one daughter, Jasmine Bryant of Chocowinity; five sons, Aaron Bryant of Chocowinity, Milton Bryant and Robert Bryant, both of Garner, and Thomas Bryant and Troy Century, both of Washington; her grandmother, Charlotte Roberson of Baltimore, Md.; 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held today from 2-8 p.m. at Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington, and other times at the home. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Friday, July 28, 2006)

Evelyn Bragg Sapp

Evelyn Bragg Sapp, 77, a homemaker, died Nov. 24 at Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol Township. Mrs. Sapp was born in Washington, N. C., and lived in Bristol Borough for 50 years. During the 1950s, she operated a small restaurant in Bristol Borough for several years. She was a member of Bethel A.M.E. Church in Bristol Borough and the Twilight Temple Lodge 106, Bristol Township. Her husband, William C. Sapp, died in 1983. She is survived by five daughters, Vivian Smith, Bertha Currington, Rosalie Sapp, Louise Ormond and Stephanie Young; two brothers; 11 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at Bethel A.M.E. Church. Burial was in Bristol Cemetery. Arrangements were made by P. Rosamond Gray, funeral director, Bristol Township. (The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, PA) – December 3, 1989; pg. B39)

Linda Heggie Satchel

Mrs. Linda Heggie Satchel, 56, of 550 Mary St., Chocowinity, died Saturday, July 7, 2007, at Beaufort County Hospital, Washington. A funeral will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday in Beech Grove FWB Church with pastor Paul Foxworth officiating. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery, Washington. Mrs. Satchel was born in Beaufort County. She was married to Robert Satchel, who preceded her in death. She was a member of Beech Grove FWB Church, where she served on the stewards, mother board, trustee board and was a member of the choir. Survivors include one daughter, Penny Stokes of Winterville; two sons, Gregory Heggie of Charlotte, and Robert Cedric Satchel of Raleigh; four sisters, Chris Powell and Gloria Walker, both of Chocowinity, Brenda George of Vanceboro, and Teresa Chapman of Pinetown; one brother, Marion German of Chocowinity; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Wesley Heggie. The family will receive friends Friday from 4-8 p.m. at Beech Grove FWB Church and other times at the home. Arrangements are by Blake Phillips Funeral Services, Greenville. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Friday, July 13, 2007)

Charlie Eugene Satterthwaite, Jr.

Mr. Charlie Eugene Satterthwaite Jr., 67, of 222 Alleghany Road, Santee, S.C., and formerly of Belhaven, died Friday, Nov. 10, 2006, at home. A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in Woodstock Free Will Baptist Church, Belhaven, with Elders Redden Leggett and Horace Griffin officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Mr. Satterthwaite was born in Beaufort County on Oct. 21, 1939. He was the son of the late Lillian S. Satterthwaite and Charlie Satterthwaite Sr. He attended and graduated from the Beaufort County schools. He retired from Golden “D” Meat Packing Company, Brooklyn, N.Y. He was first married to Velma Lanier Satterthwaite, who preceded him in death. On Feb. 10, 1992, he married Nancy Taylor Satterthwaite, who survives. He was a member of Holly Grove Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ), Belhaven. Survivors include seven daughters, Denise Willis Tyson and Charlene Renee McNeil, both of Greenville, Charisse Taylor and Shirley Taylor, both of Brooklyn, N.Y.; Francine Taylor and Sharon Denise Taylor, both of Bronx, N.Y., and Annette Taylor of Manhattan, N.Y.; six sons, Dewayne Lanier of Bath, Charles Bryon Satterthwaite of Atlantic City, N.J., Darren Satterthwaite and Keith Satterthwaite, both of Greenville, Harold Taylor of New York, N.Y., and Rayshawn Smith of Santee, S.C.; three sisters, Joyce Arthur, Mary Moore and Lisbon Spencer, all of Belhaven; one brother, John William Satterthwaite of Belhaven; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Wilma Stewart and Eleanor McCloud and one brother, Archie Satterthwaite. The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service. Arrangements are announced by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Friday, November 17, 2006)

Guy Franklin Satterthwaite

BELHAVEN - Guy Franklin Satterthwaite, 61, supervisor of the Belhaven Street Department, died Friday night at his home at 202 Washington St. in Belhaven. He was born in Beaufort County on March 22, 1924, the son of the late U. Thomas Satterthwaite and Nettie Nixon Satterthwaite of Belhaven. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. A graveside service will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the Community Cemetery in Belhaven with the Rev. Linwood Adams officiating. Surviving in addition to his mother are his wife, Eleise B. Satterthwaite; two sons, Larry Satterthwaite of Belhaven and Tommy Satterthwaite of Hiddleburg, Miss.; one daughter, Mrs. Carol Carrowan of Bath; three brothers: Earl Satterthwaite of Plymouth, Jim Satterthwaite of Pantego and Bruce Satterthwaite of Belhaven; and two sisters: Mrs. Doris Johnston and Miss Helen Satterthwaite, both of Belhaven. Visitation will be at the home at 202 Washington St. Arrangements are by Paul Funeral home. (unknown 1985 Beaufort County newspaper) [Kindly submitted by Pat Richard]

Marvin L. Satterthwaite

Mr. Marvin L. Satterthwaite, 45, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, in Cocoa, Fla. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Temple of Jesus Christ United Church in Washington with pastor Anthony Saxton of Rochester, N.Y., officiating. Mr. Satterthwaite was born Nov. 11, 1961, in Beaufort County. He was the son of Evalena Satterthwaite and Marvin “Red” Little. He graduated from Washington High School. His employment was with NASA in Florida. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was married to Jackie Roberts Satterthwaite, who survives. Survivors include two daughters, Lashana Satterthwaite and Danielle Satterthwaite, both of Cocoa, Fla.; two brothers, Tyrone Satterthwaite of Washington and Taquan Little of Brooklyn, N.Y.; four sisters, Veronica S. Chapman of Newport News, Va., Tadra Satterthwaite of Washington, and Hilda Little and Evelyn Little, both of Brooklyn, N.Y., and one grandchild. The family will receive friends at the home of his sister, Tadra Satterthwaite, 989 W. Ninth St., Washington. Local arrangements are by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Friday, October 26, 2007)

Ora Lee Ebison Satterthwaite

Mrs. Ora Lee Ebison Satterthwaite, 85, of 1110 Thompson Lane, Washington, died Tuesday, March 16, 2006, at home. A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday in Mount Hebron Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ) with Bishop Samuel Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington. Mrs. Satterthwaite was born in Beaufort County on Nov. 11, 1920. She was the daughter of the late Freeman Ebison Sr. and Adora S. Ebison. She attended the Beaufort County schools. She was married to Andrew Satterthwaite, who preceded her in death. She was a member of Mount Hebron Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ), where she served on the Mother Board and in several auxiliaries. Survivors include one sister, Gennie L. Ward of Washington. The family will receive friends at the home. Arrangements are by Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home, Washington. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Friday, May 19, 2006)

Georgia Fonville Saunders

Georgia Fonville Saunders of the 2600 block of King Court, a retired sales clerk, died July 17, 1993, in Sentara Hampton General Hospital. Mrs. Saunders was born in Aurora, N.C., and was the widow of Samuel T. Saunders Sr. She was retired from Gates Theatrical Costumes Co., Norfolk, and was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church Berkley in Norfolk and the Workers for Christ Circle. Survivors include three sons, Samuel T. Saunders Jr. and Wilbert E. Saunders of Chesapeake and Paul G. Saunders Sr. of Hampton; five sisters, Vera F. Smith and Maggie F. Brickhouse of Chesapeake, Helen F. Taylor and Evaughn F. Bryant of Baltimore and Mable F. Daniels of Norfolk; one brother, Chester Fonville of Chesapeake; three grandchildren; and one daughter-in-law, Frances G. Saunders of Hampton. A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Mount Zion Baptist Church Berkley, Norfolk, by the Rev. Dr. Charles Hart. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. The body will be placed in the church at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Fitchett Funeral Home is handling arrangements. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – July 20, 1993; pg. D2)

Mary L. Saunders

Mary L. Saunders, 90, of the 1000 block of Centre Ave., died April 30, 2001. Born in Bath, N.C., she was the widow of Joseph M. Saunders Sr. and a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church where she was active as a Deaconess Emeritus. Mrs. Saunders is survived by three sons, Joseph M. Saunders Jr., John E. Saunders and Walter G. Saunders; two sisters, Josephine Freeman and Kattie Benito; four grandchildren, Gwendolyn M. Washington, Patricia Saunders Nixon, Jacqueline L. Herbert and Joseph M. Saunders III; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Ebenezer Baptist Church by the Rev. Wayne Robinson. Burial will be held in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Fisher Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – May 3, 2001; pg. B6)

Lillie Beatrice Mann Saunderson

Mrs. Lillie Beatrice Mann Saunderson, 70, of Brooklyn, N.Y., and formerly of Pantego died Tuesday, March 28, 2006, at Cobble Hill Nursing Home in Brooklyn. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at Morning Star Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ) in Pantego with Elder Andrew Boomer Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Broad Creek Cemetery in Pantego. Mrs. Saunderson was born Jan. 19, 1936, in Beaufort County. She was the daughter of the late Sarah Credle Mann and John Hilton Mann. She attended the public schools of Beaufort County. She was married to Artis Lee Saunderson, who preceded her in death. She was employed as head waitress and business partner of her husband at the 3-D Restaurant in Brooklyn. She was a member of Morning Star Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ). Survivors include her children, Ronnie Saunderson, Aonie Saunderson, Donnie Saunderson, Connie Saunderson, Vonnie Saunderson, Lonnie Saunderson, Bonnie Saunderson and Barry White; a sister, Eva Mae Mason of Pantego; 18 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Mason. Arrangements are by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington. . (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Sunday, April 2, 2006)

Mary-Lee Saunderson

Ms. Mary-Lee Saunderson, 53, of New York and formerly of Pantego, died Saturday, Dec. 2, 2006. Ms. Saunderson was the daughter of Reuben and Ida Mann Saunderson of Pantego. She had made her home in New York since graduating from the former Pantego High School. Survivors include one daughter; one son; five sisters including Hortense Saunderson Whitney of Pantego and two brothers. Condolences may be sent to the Saunderson family in care of Armstrong Funeral Home, 822 Saint Johns Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Wednesday, December 6, 2006)

Christine McLawhorn Sawyer

Christine McLawhorn Sawyer, 81, died Friday, June 13, 1997, in Greenville Villa. Mrs. Sawyer, a native of Beaufort County, had lived most of her life in the Calico community. Survivors include five daughters, Betty L. James of Norfolk, Patricia Williams of New Bern, Sally S. King of Littleton, Rebecca S. Kight of Chesapeake, Naomi Telliho of Sagerton, Pa.; four sons, Bud Sawyer, Mickey Sawyer and Donnelle Sawyer, all of Greenville, and Kenneth G. ''Tadpole'' Sawyer of Calico; sister, Estelle Guthrie of Chocowinity; 30 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Mrs. Sawyer was preceded in death by her grandson, Christopher Scott Kight of Chesapeake. A funeral will be conducted at 3:30 p.m. today in Wilkerson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Pinewood Memorial Park. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – June 15, 1997; pg. B7)

Darlene Kittrell Sawyer

Darlene Kittrell Sawyer, 46, of the 1200 block of N. Highway 343, died June 24, 2002. She was born in Washington, N.C., the daughter of Bobbie B. Kittrell of Portsmouth and the late M. Heyward Kittrell and was the wife of Cecil Sawyer of the home. Besides her husband and mother, Mrs. Sawyer is survived by a daughter, Melissa Lang of Shreveport, La.; a son, Oscar Heyward Goff of Shawboro, N.C.; two stepsons, Cecil Duane Sawyer of South Mills, N.C., and John Louis Sawyer of Erie, Pa.; a sister, Debbie Adams of Portsmouth; a brother, Michael Kittrell of Portsmouth and four grandchildren. A funeral will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Twiford's Northside Chapel by the Rev. Johnny Ikner. Burial will follow in New Hollywood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and other times at the residence of Sallie Adams, 1264 N. Highway 343, South Mills, N.C. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – June 26, 2002; pg. B7)

Dewey James Sawyer, Jr.

Dewey James Sawyer, Jr., 71, formerly of Edenton, died Friday, June 28, 2002, in the Veteran's Health Center, Murfreesboro, Tenn. Mr. Sawyer was born in Bath, N.C., and was the son of the late Dewey J. Sr. and Mary Bembridge Sawyer. A disabled veteran, he had served in the United States Navy. Surviving are cousins and extended family. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Beaver Hill Cemetery, Edenton. Miller Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – July 1, 2002; pg. B6)

Don Carrow Sawyer

Mr. Don Carrow Sawyer, 68, of 143 Riverside Road, Washington, died Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at the Beaufort County Hospital. A graveside funeral service will be held at High Noon, Saturday, February 23, 2008 at Oakdale Cemetery with The Rev. Don Wiesner officiating. Aubrey Moore, Hal Parker, Roy Parker, Fred Willis, Ansil MacMillan and Bill Paulson will serve as pallbearers. The Board Members of the Washington Yacht and Country Club will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, February 22, 2008 at Hillside Funeral Service and other times at his home. Don was born August 27, 1939 in Beaufort County, son of the late Virginia Carrow Sawyer and Bennie Franklin Sawyer. In 1962, he married the former Betsy Patrick. Don served in the U.S. Army and in 1969, he went to work as a sales representative for American Tobacco Co. He worked his way up to District Sales Manager and retired from the company January 11, 1995. After retirement, he helped his son at Flemings Front End Service until cancer struck in 2007. Don put up a long, hard fight. Don was an avid boater. He served as Commodore of the Washington Yacht Club for three years and on the board for eight years. He was on the Board of Directors of the Washington Yacht and Country Club, where he worked very hard for the betterment of the club. It was his passion. Survivors include his wife, Betsy Patrick Sawyer; his son, Don Sawyer, Jr.; grandchildren, Sarah Catherine Sawyer and Don Sawyer, III; his brother, Terry Sawyer and wife, Alida of Washington; nephews, T.J. Sawyer and wife, Jamie of Greenville and Matthew and Daniel Sawyer of Washington; and his father-in-law, Dennis W. Patrick and wife, Joyce of Greenville. Hillside Funeral Service of Washington is serving the Sawyer family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Friday, February 22, 2008)

Elizabeth Ruth Stevens Sawyer

Mrs. Elizabeth Ruth Stevens Sawyer, 84, of 353 Wright’s Creek Road, Belhaven, died Friday, March 7, 2008, at Pungo District Hospital in Belhaven. A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Belhaven, with Dean Fulford Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Pamlico Beach Community Cemetery at Ryder Hill. Timothy Sawyer, Bryan Sawyer, Jonathan Sawyer, Bobby Furman, Larry Huffman and Walter Murl Johnson will serve as pallbearers. Anthony Furman will serve as an honorary pallbearer. Mrs. Sawyer was born in Petersburg, Va., on July 24, 1923. She was the daughter of the late John Harry and Hester Penelope Grammar Stevens. She was married to Ira Bonner Sawyer, who preceded her in death Dec. 19, 2001. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Pamlico Beach Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include her children, Donald Furman of Blounts Creek, Claudette Kelly, William Seth Sawyer, Bonner Sawyer and Teresa Huffman, all of Belhaven; one sister, Virginia Flemming of Washington; eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Nelson Furman; one brother, John Harry Stevens; one sister, Naomi Stevens and one granddaughter, Jessica Huffman. The family will receive friends today from 6-8 p.m. at Paul Funeral Home, Belhaven, and other times at the home. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, March 8, 2008)

G. Harold Sawyer

Mr. G. Harold Sawyer, 86, a resident of 200 Pine Street, Ridgewood, Washington, NC died Saturday, September 01, 2007 at Ridgewood Manor. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 4, 2007, 11:00 a.m. at Harvest Church with Ron Estes and Tad Tankard officiating. Burial will follow in Asbury United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday night , September 3, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Hillside Funeral Service and other times at the home. Mr. Sawyer was born in Beaufort County on July 11, 1921. He was the son of the late Grover Edward Sawyer and Cassie Woolard Sawyer. On August 10, 1941 he married Minnie Trueblood his beloved wife off 66 years who survives. He graduated from Washington High School. After graduation he served his country in the United States Army where he served for seven years in the Artillery Division as a Staff Sergeant. Mr. Sawyer then attended the New York School of Mechanical Dentistry. He returned to Washington where he owned and operated the Washington Dental Lab for 50 years. He also served as a Lay Minister at Asbury United Methodist Church. Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons, Grover H. Sawyer, Jr. and wife Carol of Washington and Philip Rodney Sawyer and wife Paula of Ellicott City, MD. Three grandchildren, Jason E. Sawyer of Austin, TX, Brendan M. Sawyer of Rock Hill, SC, David M. Sawyer of Ellicott City, MD., and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother Hilton Sawyer. (Hillside Funeral Service obituary)

Helen Sasnett Sawyer

Mrs. Helen Sasnett Sawyer, age 94, a resident of 48 Cox Road, Washington died Friday afternoon, December 22, 2006 at Britthaven of Washington. A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Sunday December 24, 2006 at the First Presbyterian Church in Washington officiated by Rev. Darryl Evans. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Tony Sawyer, David Sawyer, Brian Windley, Neal Windley, Steven Windley, George Sawyer and Jakob Reinink will serve as pallbearers. Mrs. Sawyer was born in Beaufort County on July 6, 1912, daughter of the late Joshua Sasnett and Cassie Braddy Sasnett. In February 1934, she married Willie R. Sawyer, who preceded her in death on July 23, 1974. Mrs. Sawyer was retired as a seamstress with Samson Shirt Factory. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Washington. She is survived by her children: Ray Sawyer and his wife, Carol of Washington and Linda Windley and her husband, Donald of Selma; her brother: Russell Sasnett of Charlotte; her grandchildren: Tony Sawyer, David Sawyer, Rae Jean Reinink, Brian Windley, Neal Windley, Steven Windley; her great grandchildren: George Sawyer, Avery Reinink, Jakob Reinink, Janna Reinink, Leah Windley, Logan Windley and Ava Windley; her sister-in-law: Janet Sasnett; niece, Leigh Tetterton whose love and attention to her was very special; many nieces and nephews and devoted family friend, Ann Gabsch Cherry. In addition to her husband and parents, her son, James Frederick “Fred” Sawyer, preceded her in death on October 10, 1965. She is also preceded in death by her sisters: Jessie Cameron and Wenona Jones and her brothers: Mayhew Sasnett, Warren Sasnett and Bonnie Sasnett. The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 PM Saturday December 23rd at Paul Funeral Home in Washington. The family wishes to thank the staff of Britthaven, especially the 200 Hall, for their love and attention to Mrs. Sawyer. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Sawyer Family. (Paul Funeral Home obituaries - Monday, December 25, 2006)

Hilton Earl Sawyer

WASHINGTON - Mr. Hilton Earl Sawyer, age 83, a resident of 145 Honey Pod Farm Road, Washington, NC died Tuesday morning, March 28, 2006, at his home. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 31, 2006, at the First United Methodist Church in Washington. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday March 30, 2006 at Paul Funeral Home in Washington and other times at the home. Complete arrangements will be announced by Paul Funeral Home of Washington. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Wednesday, March 29, 2006)

Mr. Hilton Earl Sawyer, age 83, a resident of 145 Honey Pod Farm Road, Washington, N.C., died Tuesday morning, March 28, 2006, at his home. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 31, 2006, at the First United Methodist Church in Washington officiated by the Rev. Ray Wittman. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Grover Sawyer, Rodney Sawyer, Cliff McCabe, Fritz Tanner Sr., Jim Vosburgh and Mat Tanner will serve as pallbearers. The Kiwanis Club of Washington and Jimmy Johnson will serve as honorary pallbearers. Mr. Sawyer was born in Beaufort County on March 17, 1923, son of the late Grover Sawyer and Cassie Woolard Sawyer. He was a 1942 graduate of Washington High School and attended George Washington University. On July 26, 1943, he married the former Helen Jones, who survives. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Sawyer worked in retail sales with Kenneys and Belks, and in 1950 purchased his own business. He was owner/operator of Hilton’s Men Shop. During the past 55 years, he has provided men’s clothing to Beaufort and surrounding counties and was known as an icon for downtown Washington. Mr. Sawyer was a member of the Historical Downtown Washington Merchants Association, a member of the Washington Jaycees and a member of the Kiwanis Club of Washington for 45 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Washington for 56 years. He served as treasurer and on the Administrative Board of the church. Mr. Sawyer loved to fish and garden and was an avid Duke fan. In addition to Helen, his wife of 62 years, he is survived by his two daughters, Patricia “Tish” Moore and her husband, Dr. Mike Moore, and Sheila Tanner and her husband, Fritz Tanner Jr., all of Washington; his grandchildren, Gretchen Moore Heiler, Gwyn Moore McCabe, Mat Tanner, Elizabeth Tanner and Ann Hunt Tanner; his great grandchildren, Collin Heiler and Sadie Heiler; and his brother, Harold G. Sawyer and his wife, Minnie, of Washington; and nephews, Grover Sawyer and Rodney Sawyer. The family will receive friends from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, March 30, 2006, at Paul Funeral Home in Washington and other times at the home. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Sawyer family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Thursday, March 30, 2006)

Mack D. Sawyer, Sr.

Mack D. Sawyer, Sr., 75, Shephard Road, Orlando, died Friday, Jan. 5. Mr. Sawyer was a retired manager for Bishop Office Furniture Warehouse. Born in Aurora, N.C., he moved to Central Florida in 1957. He was Presbyterian and a member of the American Legion. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Survivors: wife, Mary R.; son, Mack D. Jr., Winter Park; sister, Clara McIntosh, Charleston, S.C.; two granddaughters. Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home, Oviedo Chapel. (The Orlando Sentinel (Orlando, FL) – January 7, 1996; pg. B4)

Violet Christine Rose Sawyer

Mrs. Violet Christine Rose Sawyer, age 82, a resident of 1151 West Pungo Street, Belhaven, NC died Sunday February 10, 2008 at her home. On February 10, 2008 our loving and dear mama and nanny was called home. She will be forever remembered in our hearts and will be missed more than words could ever say. We find our comfort in knowing she is resting with our Lord and Savior and know we all have that same assurance. We will see her again for all eternity. A funeral will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday February 13, 2008 at West Belhaven Church of Christ officiated by Bob Beltz and Jon Langley. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Sawyer’s grandsons: Sport Sawyer, Kevin Sawyer, Clay Cooper, Ryan Cooper, Chris Craddock and a grandson-in-law, Lee Williamson. Mrs. Sawyer was born in Hyde County on March 4, 1925, daughter of the late Ira Rose, Sr. and the late Gladys Lee McKinney Rose. She attended Hyde County and Beaufort County Schools. Mrs. Sawyer married Thomas Ruffin Sawyer on June 20, 1942, who survives. She was a homemaker and a member of West Belhaven Church of Christ. Surviving along with Mrs. Sawyer’s husband Thomas of the home are three daughters: Patricia S. Cooper and husband Larry of Elizabeth City, Carolyn S. Craddock and husband Rayvon of Belhaven and Kathy Sawyer of Belhaven; a son: Freddie Sawyer and wife Diane of Belhaven; two sisters: Mary Powell of Belhaven and Iris Furlough of Washington; eight grandchildren: Sport Sawyer and wife Susan of Belhaven, Kevin Sawyer and wife Belinda of Washington, Lisa Cooper of Greenville, Mandy Williamson and husband Lee of Elizabeth City, Clay Cooper and wife Stephanie of Elizabeth City, Ryan Cooper and wife Alison of Elizabeth City, Chris Craddock of Belhaven and Carson Sawyer of Belhaven and eight great grandchildren. Mrs. Sawyer was preceded in death by a sister: Mable Cuthrell and two brothers: Ira Rose, Jr. and Coleman Rose. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today February 12, 2008 at Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven and at other times at the home. Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the Sawyer family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Tuesday, February 12, 2008)

Nellie Gray Nobles Scheutzow

Mrs. Nellie Gray Nobles Scheutzow, 82, a resident of 5270 Sidney Road, Belhaven, died Saturday, Oct. 20, 2007 at Pungo District Hospital in Belhaven. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday at Oakdale Cemetery in Washington and conducted by the Rev. Eric Hill and Joe Price. The following will serve as pallbearers: Shawn Scheutzow, Todd Woolard, Christopher Price, Denny Price, Leslie Haddock Jr. and Billy Bell. Mrs. Scheutzow was born in Chocowinity on Feb. 2, 1925. She was the daughter of the late Charlie Richard Nobles and Lillar Laughinghouse Nobles. Mrs. Scheutzow was a retired seamstress with Samson Shirt Factory. After her retirement, she worked as a homemaker and a caretaker. On May 24, 1927, she married Charles Albert Scheutzow, who preceded her in death on Feb. 7, 1980. Survivors include two daughters, Pamela S. Haddock of Conetoe, April S. Clayton of Belhaven; two sons, Charles A. Scheutzow of Pinetops, Richard Scheutzow of Belhaven; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Paul Funeral Home in Belhaven and other times at the home of the daughter, April Clayton, at 5044 Sidney Road, Belhaven. Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the Scheutzow family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Monday, October 22, 2007)

Dorothy Hunnings Scott

Mrs. Dorothy Hunnings Scott, 72, of Dale Circle died Aug. 19, 1994. Mrs. Scott was born in Beaufort County, N.C., and was the widow of Jesse Hobson Scott. Mrs. Scott had retired as the snack bar hostess at Southampton Memorial Hospital and was a member of Hunterdale United Church of Christ and its Senior Citizens Group. Survivors include three daughters: Wilma S. Stone of Longwood, Fla., Shirley S. Malik of Winter Park, Fla., and Wanda S. Ferguson of Fort Myers, Fla.; two sons: Jesse H. Scott of Cropwell, Ala., and Warren W. Scott of Asheville, N.C.; one sister: Nora H. Ham of Franklin. Mrs. Scott was predeceased by one son: Ritchie Scott. Other survivors include 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday in the Hunterdale United Church of Christ by the Rev. James X. Camak. The burial will be in Poplar Spring Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Wright Funeral Home from 4 to 6 p.m. today. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, NC) – August 20, 1994; pg. B2)

Ethel Scott

Ethel Scott, 63, of the 1500 block of Fairbanks Ave., died May 7, 1999, at her residence. She was born in Washington, N.C., a daughter of the late Adora Small Ebison and Freeman Ebison. She was a member of Garden of Prayer Worship Center, Norfolk, its Usher Board No. 2 and Senior Choir. She was the widow of Willie Lee Scott. She is survived by two daughters, Sandra D. Wiggins of Alexandria, Va., and Ethel D. Foy of Virginia Beach; three sons, Anthony L. Scott, Christopher Scott and Willie D. Scott, all of Norfolk; four sisters; two brothers; eight grandchildren; one cousin; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Garden of Prayer Worship Center, Norfolk, by Bishop L.E. Willis. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Hale Funeral Home is in charge. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – May 12, 1999; pg. B8)

Gary DeWayne Scott

Mr. Gary DeWayne Scott, age 37, of Washington, died Friday, December 14, 2007. A memorial service will be held 9 a.m. Friday, December 21, 2007 at the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home, Washington conducted by Pastor Travis Boyd. Mr. Scott was born in Bakersfield, Calif. on February 17, 1970. He was the son of Paula Kay Waldo Scott Hall and the late Gary Wayne Scott. Mr. Scott was an automotive mechanic. Mr. Scott is survived by his wife, Rebecca Scott of the home; his mother, Paula Kay Waldo Hall of Bakersfield, Calif.; a daughter, Jessica Scott of Shelbyville, Tenn.; a son, Cameron Scott of Shebyville, Tenn.; and four stepsons, Chris Lemley, Shilo Hartley, Hunter Hartley, and Dillon Bullock all of Washington. In addition to his father, Mr. Scott was preceded in death by a sister, Melissa Hall and his step- father, Steve Hall. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Scott family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Wednesday, December 19, 2007)

Lillie Moore Scott

Lillie Moore Scott, 87, of Hampton slipped into a peaceful sleep and entered into eternal life on Sunday, May 12, 2002. Born in Aurora, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Parsey and Eliza E. Moore. Mrs. Scott was the widow of Allen Scott. She was preceded in death by a son, Allen Scott, and a grandson, Timothy Hines. She retired from Riverside School of Nursing after more than 20 years of service. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, East End. Survivors include a son, Columbus Scott; two daughters, Mildred Hines and Edith Fulford (Brehon) of Chesapeake; a sister, Geneva Moore of Bonnerton, North Carolina; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a very special niece, Dorothy Goodson. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at First Baptist Church East End. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing for Mrs. Scott will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. Arrangements are by O.H. Smith and Son Funeral Home. (Daily Press (Newport News, VA) – May 14, 2002; pg. C6)

John Gill Seaman

WASHINGTON - Mr. John Gill Seaman, 80, of 6693 Highway 264 East, Washington, died Monday, March 27, 2006 at his residence. A celebration of his life will be held from 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at Hillside Funeral Service, 4500 Highway 264 East, Washington. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Sayville, Long Island, NY at a later date. Mr. Seaman was born January 1, 1926 in Suffolk County, New York. He was the son of the late Silas Carman Seaman and Jeanne Grasset Seaman. He was a graduate of Bayport High School in Long Island, NY and a veteran of the US Marine Corps, serving in WWII. He was a retired building construction manager with the State of Virginia. Mr. Seaman had been a resident of Beaufort County for approximately 16 years. He was a former member of the Masons. He was an avid sailor and was often referred to by his family as “Captain Blythe.” Survivors include his daughter, Cheryl Anne Seaman Thompson and her husband, Leonard W. of Virginia Beach, VA; two sons, John G. Seaman, Jr. of Yorktown, VA and Henry W. Seaman of Richmond, VA; two sisters, Alice S. McDonald of Colorado Springs, CO and Jean S. Mitchell and her husband, Douglas of The Villages, FL; and one granddaughter, Johnna Lea Backus and his best friend, Mary W. “Tillie” Cutler. He was preceded in death by his grandson, James Aaron Thompson and one sister. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Wednesday, March 29, 2006)

Lessie Veraldine Lanier Selby

Mrs. Lessie Veraldine Lanier Selby, age 66, a resident of Cross Creek Health Care Center and a former resident of 35363 US Hwy. 264, Engelhard, NC died Thursday June 21, 2007 at Pungo District Hospital. A funeral will be held 11:00 Am Monday June 25, 2007 at the Engelhard Christian Church officiated by Scott Sukeforth and Rev. Charles Reber. Burial will follow in the Selby-Spencer Family Cemetery. Bill McCue, Matt Halla, Landise Cuthrell, Randy Midgett, Odell Williams and Danny Carawan will serve as pallbearers. Mrs. Selby was born in Beaufort County on January 2, 1941 daughter of the late David Ronald Lanier and the late Lillian Belle Carawan. She was a 1959 graduate of Pantego High School. Mrs. Selby married Sherwood Jones Selby on October 20, 1965 who preceded her in death on June 13, 2006. She was a homemaker and owner of Selby Pool Room in Engelhard. Mrs. Selby attended Engelhard Christian Church. Survivors include two daughters: Sherri Denise Selby and her fiancé Bill McCue of Engelhard and Viola Kaye Selby Williams and her husband Odell of Swan Quarter; a brother: Herman Lanier of Kinston; a sister: Gladys Spruil of Creswell and two grandchildren: Tyler Williams and Mary Grace Williams both of Swan Quarter. Mrs. Selby was preceded in death by a sister: Josephine Gibbs in 2003 and a brother: William Nichols in 1988. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday June 24, 2007 at Engelhard Christian Church and at other times at the home located at 35363 US Hwy 264, Engelhard. Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is serving the Selby family. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, June 26, 2007; pg. 10A)

Mary Wallace Selby

CARY - Mary Wallace Selby, 68, of 111 Valenta Ct., Cary, passed away Tuesday, June 29, 1999 at Rex Hospital, Raleigh. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, July 3, 1999, at 1:30 p.m., at Bath Christian Church, Bath, NC. Mrs. Selby as born April 21, 1931, in Beaufort Co., NC, the daughter of the late James Edgar and Willie Belle Winfield Wallace. She was a retired aide in the Public School System, and had lived in Cary for the past several years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Lewis Selby, Jr. Surviving are two sons: Howard Lewis Selby, III and wife, Michele and Edgar Wallace Selby, both of Bath, NC; two daughters: Cori Theresa Selby, and husband, Richard A. Fritz of Marco Island, Fla. and Yvonne Selby of Cary; a sister, Frances Gordon of Manassas, Va. and one grandson, Kristofer Koley Selby. (The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) – July 1, 1999; pg. B8)

Hazel Warren Shane

Hazel Warren Shane of the 3400 block of Glen Arden Road died Dec. 21, 2003. Mrs. Shane was born in Belhaven, N.C., and was the widow of Llewellyn Shane Jr. She was the former owner of Shane Realty and Insurance in Norfolk. She is survived by her son, Marvin Price of Virginia Beach and three nieces, Shirley Martin and husband Ray of Virginia Beach, Peggy Brooks of California and Theda LaVake of Wisconsin; and also a very special (second son), Danny Dabbs of Virginia Beach. No services are planned. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – December 23, 2003)

Glen M. Sheppard

Glen M. ''Shep'' Sheppard, 68, passed away at his home on Oct. 10, 2002. Mr. Sheppard was born in Washington, N.C., and was the son of the late Edward F. and Joanna Cutler Sheppard. After graduating from high school, he served five years as an electrical apprentice. He was a retired electrical estimator for E.G. Middleton, Inc., where he served as vice president from 1975 until he retired in 1996. He was a member of the Tidewater Joint Apprentice Training Committee, NECA Joint Apprenticeship Committee, I.B.E.W. Local 80, and past president of the Electric League of Norfolk. He was also a member of Bayside Baptist Church. Survivors include his devoted wife of 44 years, Mary Frances Smith Sheppard; daughters, Angela Sheppard Underhill and husband Tom, Tracie Lynn Sheppard; sons, Shawn C. Sheppard and wife Leandra and Stuart M. Sheppard; grandchildren, Jessica Sheppard, Dahne Mezzenga, Alexandra Sheppard and Reece Sheppard; sister, Gray Clayborne; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Kellum Funeral Home, 601 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach. Burial will follow at Rosewood Memorial Park. The family will receive visitors today from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) – October 13, 2002; pg. B7)

James E. Sheppard

James E. Sheppard, 69, of the 5000 block of Bark Lane, a retired HVAC metal mechanic, died Sept. 27, 1994, in Virginia Beach General Hospital. Mr. Sheppard was born in Beaufort County, N.C., and was retired from the City of Virginia Beach after 17 years of service. He was a member of Aragona Christian Church and Fraternal Order of Eagles #3204, Virginia Beach. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, Peggy R. Sheppard and was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret V. Sheppard. He is also survived by two daughters, Lynn Huffman of Virginia Beach and Leigh Austin of Blounts Creek, N.C.; a son, James R. Sheppard of Virginia Beach; a sister, Audrey B. Butcher of Virginia Beach; three brothers, Roy E. Sheppard of Virginia Beach, Dalton Sheppard of Ogdenburg, N.Y., and Billy Sheppard of Belhaven, N.C.; and four grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Kellum Funeral Home, Bonney Road Chapel, by the Rev. William Campbell and the Rev. Alvin Thompson. Burial will be at 3 p.m. in Davis Cemetery, Pantego, N.C. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home, where an Eagles memorial service will be at 6 p.m. (The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, NC) – September 29, 1994; pg. B6)

Rudolph Henry Sheppard

CAYCE - Services for Rudolph Henry Sheppard, 87, will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel. Entombment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum, with Masonic rites. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Mr. Sheppard died Tuesday, October 28, 2003. Born in Washington, N.C., he was a son of the late Leonard M. and Rosa Alice Sheppard. He was staff manager at American General Insurance Company, a member of the Cayce Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite, the Jamil Shrine Temple and Cayce United Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Esther Moore Sheppard; son, Ronald H. Sheppard of Gaston; daughter, Steva S. Gentry of Hope Mills, N.C.; brother, Ralph Sheppard of Rocky Mount, N.C.; two grandsons, Paul Eugene Gentry and Steven Lawrence Gentry. He was predeceased by six brothers and two sisters. (The State (Columbia, SC) – October 30, 2003; pg. B4)

William H. Sheppard

William H. Sheppard, 40, of New Port Richey, died Wednesday (April 12, 1995) at Columbia New Port Richey Hospital. Born in Washington, N.C., he came here 14 years ago from Morristown, Tenn. He was a retired Air Force veteran and a Baptist. He was a member of the Pearl of the West Masonic Lodge, the Egypt Temple Shrine 146 F&AM, the Scottish Rite Consistory Valley of Tampa and the York Rite Bodies, Clearwater. Survivors include his wife, Kathy; and a daughter, Laura, New Port Richey. Dignified Funeral Alternatives, New Port Richey. (St. Petersburg Times (St. Petersburg, FL) – April 14, 1995; pg. 11)

George Richard Shirley

CHOCOWINITY - George Richard (Rick) Shirley, 53, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 1996. Arrangements are incomplete at Paul Funeral Home, Washington. N.C. (Greensboro News & Record (Greensboro, NC) - September 30, 1996; pg. B3)

Edith Jones Shoffner

Mrs. Edith “Irene” Jones Shoffner, age 89, a resident of 304 Pamlico Drive, Pamlico Village, Washington, died Friday, May 18, 2007 at Beaufort County Hospital. Graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday at Pamlico Memorial Gardens, Washington, conducted by Steve Hill. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers: Peter Allen, T. W. Allen, Will Martin, Jason Day, Bill DeBrauwer and Jason Madre. Mrs. Shoffner was born in Greensboro, N.C on September 9, 1917. She was the daughter of the late Ira Clarence Jones and Velna Shoffner Jones. Mrs. Shoffner worked as a storekeeper for Betsy Ross Clothing store, store clerk for Taldo’s Dress Shop, and retired as supervisor of service and shipping department at Hamilton Beach. She served as church organist at Mt. Hope United Church of Christ for 25 years. Mrs. Shoffner attended First Church of Christ in Washington. Mrs. Shoffner was married to Garland Wayland “Pete” Shoffner, who preceded her in death, May 8, 1989. Mrs. Shoffner is survived by three daughters, Sandra Shoffner Martin and husband, William Neil Martin of Greensboro, Mary Lou Shoffner Madre and husband Philip Madre of Chocowinity, N.C., Garleen Shoffner Woolard and husband, Hal Woolard of Washington, N.C.; three sisters, Louise Jones Greeson of Liberty, N.C., Mary Frances Jones and Jean Jones Greeson both of Julian, N.C.; six grandchildren, Peter Owen Allen and wife Tammy Allen, Mary Beth Martin Day and husband, Jason Day, Thomas Walt “TW” Allen and wife Lisa Allen, William Neil “Will” Martin, Jr. and wife, Lauren Martin, Sara Olivia Woolard and Edith Lauren Woolard; three step grandchildren, Nikole Madre DeBrauwer and husband, Bill Debrauwer, Jason Madre and wife, Rebekah Madre, Courtney Madre; and six great grandchildren, Jackson Thomas Allen, Kyle Rose Allen, Cameron Avery Allen, Madigan Raine Allen, William Madre “Liam” Debrauwer and Nora Elizabeth Madre. In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Shoffner was preceded in death by five brothers: Harry Jones, Floyd Jones, Clarence Jones, Jack Jones, and David Jones. The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 19, 2007 at Paul Funeral Home, Washington and other times at the home, 304 Pamlico Drive, Pamlico Village, Washington. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Shoffner family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – Saturday, May 19, 2007)

Polly Grissom Shortridge

Ms. Polly Grissom Shortridge, 61, of 316 NE 61st Street, Oak Island, died Friday, Jan. 25, 2008. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at Pamlico Memorial Gardens with D.J. Maxey officiating. Ms. Shortridge was born in Beaufort County on Aug. 16, 1945, daughter of the late Samuel and Myrtie Edwards Grissom. She was a graduate of Chocowinity High School and was a former employee of the Washington Garment Factory. Survivors include one son, Thomas Lewis of the home; one brother, Phillip Grissom of Chocowinity and two sisters, Peggy Leggett of Washington and Patsy Davis of Chocowinity, The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. prior to the service on Tuesday at Paul Funeral Home of Washington. Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Shortridge family. (Washington Daily News (Washington, NC) – January 28, 2008)

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