All Obituaries

Donna Guthrie Hilbert, 77 years old of Morehead City, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. Donna was born January 26, 1946, in Morehead City to the late Sam and Peggy Guthrie. She attended East Carolina Teaching College and then returned to Morehead City where she was a teacher in Carteret County up until retirement. Ms. Donna is known fondly for her love of teaching and children. Up until her passing she kept in touch with former teaching staff, many students and her...

Nancy E. Hibbs, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the Crystal Coast Hospice House on September 25, 2023, in Newport, NC. She was born to Clarence and Rosa Thurber on August 16, 1926, in Pawtucket, RI. There will be a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at Cedar Grove Cemetery in Newport, NC. Nancy was known for her kindness and generosity, not only within her family but also within...

James David Shelor, Jr. 80, of Morehead City, passed away Thursday September 21, 2023, at his home. His memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 29, 2023, in The Family Life Center of Glad Tidings Church, with Chaplain Rick Brooks officiating. James was a graduate of Hargrave Military Academy, in Chatham, VA; and afterwards attended UNC Chapel Hill, where he received his bachelor's degree with a double major in history and political science. He worked many years as...

John C. Frenzel, 66, of Morehead City, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023, at his home. In the early hours of September 21, 2023, John Charles Frenzel passed away surrounded by his family.  A Millbrook, NY native for most of his life, he enjoyed the sun and ocean breezes living in Morehead City, NC for the past two years.  John was born on July 28,1957 to Tony and Peggy Frenzel of Millbrook.  After high school, he worked in Houston, TX for a few years and then returned...

Jennings Brown, 80, of Swansboro, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at Carteret Landing. Arrangements are pending at this time. Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noebrooks.net Arrangements by Noe-Brooks Funeral Home, Morehead City, NC.

Rodney Earl Lewis, 55, of Beaufort, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023, at his home. Rodney attended First Free Will Baptist Church of Beaufort. He was a member of the Crystal Coast RC Club, which is a model airplane flying club that he enjoyed dearly.  He is probably best known for his 32 years of dedicated service as a funeral director at Brooks Funeral Home and Crematory of Morehead City. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at First...

Ronald H. Peacock, 71, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away on September 18, 2023. He was born September 10, 1952, in Fort Lee, Virginia, the son of Margaret Robena Whitehurst and Delton Hardy Peacock. Ron graduated from the University of Florida Law School in 1980, and also served our country as a Commanding Brigade Staff Intelligence Officer in the United States Army. He lived an incredibly full and diverse life of adventure. In addition to practicing law and serving in the army, he...

Eva Burgos, 82, of Havelock, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at her home. Arrangements are pending. Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noebrooks.net Arrangements by Noe-Brooks Funeral Home, Morehead City, NC.

Denise Yvette Clodfelter Bell, 61, of Newport, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at her home. The family is planning a Celebration of Life event in her honor. The date and location will be announced later. In April 2022 Dee Bell was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). After this unimaginable diagnosis she chose to spend her days at home, close to family. Dee fought hard to stay with her family, but she ultimately lost her battle with ALS on September 17th, 2023. Dee...

Sheila Bieri, 76, of Newport, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at her home surrounded by loved ones.  The family will celebrate Sheila’s life privately.  Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noebrooks.net Arrangements by Noe-Brooks Funeral Home, Morehead City, NC.