GenealogyBuff.com - Hertford County, North Carolina Obituary Collection - 57
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Lewis Ray Cabiness
ROANOKE RAPIDS -- Mr. Lewis Ray Cabiness, 63, of 614 Oakley Ave., Roanoke Rapids, died Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001, at Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids.
Mr. Cabiness was born in Roanoke Rapids, the son of the late Lewis Earl Cabaness and Mary Jenkins Cabaness. He served in the United States Army and was a retired employee of New Dixie Oil Company.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Dixon Cabiness; a daughter, Brenda C. Carmichael of Halifax; two sons, David E. Cabiness and Wayne R. Cabiness, both of Roanoke Rapids; and four grandchildren, Michael Wayne Rivenbark of Roanoke Rapids, Kristopher D. Cabiness and Jody N. Cabiness, both of Littleton, and Cody B. Carmichael of Halifax.
Wrenn Funeral Home in Roanoke Rapids is handling the arrangements, where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 20 in the chapel, with Minister McCoy Moore officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m., today, Nov. 19, at the funeral home.
Ernestine Brown
LITTLETON -- Funeral arrangements are incomplete and being handled by Robinson Funeral Home in Littleton, for Ernestine Brown, 56, of Apt. 302, Littleton Elderly Apartments, who died Sunday, Nov. 18, 2001, at her home.
Robert Thomas Burgess Jr.
HALIFAX -- Funeral arrangements are incomplete and being handled by Wrenn Funeral Home in Roanoke Rapids, for Robert Thomas Burgess Jr., 76, of 84 Camellia Lane, Halifax, who died Sunday, Nov. 18, 2001, at Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids.
James Thomas Bowser
SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- Mr. James Thomas Bowser, affectionately known as Tom, of San Diego, Calif., formerly of Roanoke Rapids, died Friday, Nov. 9, 2001.
Mr. Bowser was born to Nettie and the late Wyatt Thomas Bowser on Jan. 25, 1944, in Roanoke Rapids. He graduated from John Armstrong Chaloner High School in May 1962. He served his country in the United States Navy from 1962 to 1966 and served in Vietnam in 1965. After his honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy, he worked for General Dynamics in San Diego, Calif., until his retirement.
He joined London Baptist Church at an early age. He attended church until he relocated to New York in 1962. His love for his home church never diminished throughout his life, as he often asked about the church family and requested prayer from them.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ernestine Smith Bowser.
He is survived by his mother, Nettie Mae Bowser of Roanoke Rapids; four daughters, Tonya, Charon, Michele and Carnetta; and two sons, Cornelius and Emanuel, all of San Diego, Calif.; three brothers, Joe (Melinda) of Durham, Anton (Becky) of San Diego, Calif., and Clayton (Jackie) of Roanoke Rapids; five sisters, Barbara of Roanoke Rapids, Estella (Douglas) of Bronx, N.Y., Laura (George) of Cary, Annie of Trenton, N.J., and Shirley (Nathan) of Roanoke Rapids; 12 grandchildren; four aunts; one uncle; seven nieces; seven nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 17 at London Baptist Church, located on Hwy. 158 in Roanoke Rapids. The Rev. Eugene Bryant, pastor, officiated. Interment followed in the Manley/Bowser Family Cemetery in Roanoke Rapids.
Robinson Funeral Home in Littleton is handling the arrangements, where the body reposed until 8:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 16.
Vivian Marie Barnes Dyer
KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Vivian Marie Barnes Dyer, 92, of Kissimmee, Fla., formerly of Conway and Washington, D.C., died Friday, Nov. 9, 2001, in Kissimmee.
Mrs. Dyer was born on Nov. 26, 1908, in Conway, the daughter of Edward and Florence Davis Barnes. She married Cecil Dale Dyer in 1930. Mr. Dyer died in 1965.
She lived in the Washington, D.C. area from early adulthood until 1998 where she worked in various offices. She was a member of Bethesda United Methodist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. She then moved to Florida where she remained an avid Washington Redskins fan.
She is survived by three daughters, Joan M. Foster of Wardensville, W. Va., Roberta Dale Koehler of Annandale, Va., and Bonnie J. Rogers of Orlando, Fla.; one son, Richard Dale Dyer of Rockville, Md.; one sister, Hilda Haas of Alexandria, Va.; one half-sister, Ada Finch of Raleigh; one half-brother, Edward Barnes of Virginia; one son-in-law; one daughter-in-law; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at 11 a.m., today, Nov. 16 at Conway Baptist Church in Conway. The Rev. Donald L. Etheridge officiated.
Burial will be held Saturday, Nov. 17 in the Mt. Olive Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Hancock, Md., with the Rev. Duane Jensen officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Vitas Hospice Corporation of Central Florida, 5151 Adanson Street, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32804.
Michael R. Phelps and Associates Funeral Directors in Stephens City, Va., is handling the arrangements.
Lucy Rudd Hunter
ENFIELD -- Funeral arrangements are incomplete and being handled by Clark Funeral Home in Enfield, for Lucy Rudd Hunter, 91, of Enfield, who died Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001.
Elliott "Ed' L. Collier
ORMOND BEACH, Fla. -- Elliott "Ed" L. Collier of Ormond Beach, Fla., died Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001, after a very brief illness.
Mr. Collier was born in Northampton County in May 1910, the eldest of seven children of Peter M. Collier and Mary L. Daniel, and the grandson of Mont L. Daniel. At the age of 10, the family lost both parents and the children were raised by Grandma Daniel.
Adding two years to his age so he could legally work, he began working for the "Captain" at the papermill in Roanoke Rapids. Thus began his lifelong career in the paper industry. He began early and was still actively providing his expertise at the time of his death. He had a longtime relationship with the Whippany Paper Board Company in New Jersey. During World War II, he was involved in the testing and production of the paper casing for the 81mm mortar, both in the United States and overseas. A worn passport reflects the respect and demands for his skill: South Africa, Italy, Taiwan, United Kingdom and other places lost in history.
As the master chef, he was always ready to serve you some of his famous black-eyed peas with hog jowl and corn bread on short notice.
He had a strong sense of civic duty. In New Jersey, he was an active participant in the 911 volunteer fire service. A "Life Member" of the Lions, he was an active booster of the White Cane Fund which supports various programs for the blind and visually impaired. He was an active member both in Seaboard and Ormond Beach.
Before relocating to the Florida east coast, he returned to live in his native North Carolina where he and his contemporaries could be found solving the world's problems at the "Bull Pen." These same sages would have their conclaves and partake of that gourmet delight "fish muddle."
Although he left home at an early age, he maintained close ties with his family roots. He provided support to the family church, Bethel Baptist in Seaboard, of which some considered his grandfather a driving spirit in its erection.
He will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege to meet and know him. As we say adieu to a man for all seasons, may we be comforted by our many memories.
He was preceded in death by his first wife of 30 years, Jean; and their daughter.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Irene of Ormond Beach, Fla., for whom he was a loving and caring husband; her son and grandchildren in New Jersey; his nephews, William T.L. Romei and Donald E. Buchanan; and a niece, Virginia Smith Campbell.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the "White Cane Fund," c/o Ormond Beach Lions, P.O. Box 1912, Ormond Beach, FL 32175.
Imogene Medley Magruder
LAKE GASTON -- Imogene Medley Magruder, 89, of 71 Gail Dr., died Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001, at Guardian Care in Roanoke Rapids.
She is survived by her grandchildren, Carl Phillips, and his wife, Alta, of Myrick Estates in Littleton, Carl Clinton Phillips Jr. and his wife, Ann of Front Royal, Va., Catherine Harrison of Leesburg, Va.; a great-granddaughter, Heather Jean Phillips of Front Royal, Va.; and many other great and great-great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20 at Mount Comfort memorial Park in Alexandria Va.
The family will receive friends today, Nov. 18 at Hockaday Funeral Home from 3-4:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations made be made to the Calvary United Methodist Church in Littleton. Littleton.
Clearetta Vincent Alston
ROANOKE RAPIDS -- Clearetta Vincent Alston, daughter of the late John and Callie Carter Vincent, was born on March 1, 1913, in Warren County and answered God's call to eternal rest and peace on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2001, at Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids.
During her earthly life, she accepted Christ as her personal Savior and joined the Pleasant Zion Baptist Church in Littleton.
She was united in Holy Matrimony to the late James Alston. This union was blessed with four children. After relocating to New York in 1930, she became a member of the Community Baptist Church and remained faithful until returning to North Carolina in 1971 to care for her mother. She reunited with her church and served as a dedicated member of the Mother Board and Missionary Circle until her demise.
Those surviving to continually enliven her precious memory are her three sons, James L. Alston of Calif., McKinley Alston of Irvington, N.J., and John C. Alston of Jamaica, N.Y.; two granddaughters, Ester Broadnax, and a special granddaughter, Darlene Austin; ten great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Whitt Vincent; two sisters-in-law, Jacqulyn and Lee Vincent; two special friends, Sarah and Dempsey Faulcon of Littleton; and a host of cousins and friends.
One daughter, Viola Parker, and two grandchildren, John Broadnax and Gregg Skinner preceded her in death.
Final rites will be at 7 p.m. today, Nov. 18 at Pleasant Zion Baptist Church in Littleton. Rev. James R. Jones will give the eulogy.
Robinson Funeral Home in Littleton is handling the arrangements.
Neva Pittman Bryant
ROCKY MOUNT -- Mrs. Neva Pittman Bryant was born April 14, 1919, in Halifax County. She departed this earthly life on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2001, at Pitt Memorial Hospital.
She confessed Christ and joined Allen Grove Baptist Church in Halifax at an early age. She was united in holy matrimony to the late Julius Bryant. This union was blessed with four children whom she loved dearly.
She was a 1937 graduate of Eastman High School. She was employed at Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge in Roanoke Rapids for many years until her retirement in 1984.
Those preceding her in death include all her brothers and sisters except Mrs. Vashti Davis of Baltimore, Md. and Mrs. Eartie Lee Watson of Newark, N.J.
Those remaining to cherish the beautiful memories of her life are her children, Virginia Ann Bryant of the home, the Rev. Dr. Eugene Bryant of Halifax, Edward Bryant of Battleboro, and Vernon J. Bryant of Roanoke Rapids; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20 at Allen Grove Baptist Church in Halifax with the Rev. James Barham officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. There will be a floating wake from 7-8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 19 at J.L. Williams Funeral Home in Enfield, which is handling the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wake Med. Foundation, C/O Neva Pittman Bryant, P.O. Box 514, Halifax, N.C. 27839.
Bessye C. Ralney
LAWRENCEVILLE, Va. -- Dr. Bessye C. Ralney departed ths life on Friday, Nov. 16, 2001, at Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, Va.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 21 at St. Paul's Memorial Chapel in Lawrenceville, Va. with internment in the Crestview Memorial Park Cemetery in South Hill, Va. Father Laughton Thomas will officiate.
Brown's Funeral Service of Lawrenceville, Va. is handling funeral arrangements.
