ᐅ North Carolina Death Notices 2009-2024
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▰ Esther L Keelan

Died September 21, … More Information
Esther L Keelan went into the presence of the Lord on September 21, 2002 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Obituary published: September 22, 2002 in "Kalamazoo Gazette (MI)"

▰ Esther L Keelan

Died September 20, … More Information
Esther L Keelan, age 85 of North Carolina, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she September 20, 2002.
Obituary published: September 21, 2002 in "Charlotte Obs"

▰ Esther L Keelan

Died October 26, … More Information
Esther L Keelan, of North Carolina, born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed from this world into the next October 26, 2002.
Obituary published: October 27, 2002 in "Kalamazoo Gazette (MI)"

▰ Wilbur Lee Keel

Died October 03, … More Information
Wilbur Lee Keel, age 82 of New Bern, North Carolina, went to be with his Lord and Savior October 3, 1999.
Obituary published: October 04, 1999 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Timothy C Keel

Died April 11, … More Information
Timothy C Keel, born September 5, 1954 departed this life Sunday April 11, 2016 in Marshville, North Carolina. Timothy was 61. Tags: #Independence #School #Keel #Childrens #Christian #Rose #Sofia #Zebulon #Privette #Amanda #Amos #Lauren #Darren #Susan #Tommy #Wesley #United #Church #Potter #South #Monroe #Westley
Obituary: Timothy Christian Keel, 61, of Monroe, passed away 11, 2016.

He was born in Monroe on 5, 1954 and was the son of the late Katherine Price Keel. Tim was a 1972 graduate of Independence High School and would go on to become the owner and operator of Tim Keel Grading, formally known as Keel grading service.

Tim was a hard worker and great provider for his family. He was also a giver of his time to others in need which included supporting the St. Judes Childrens Hospital.

He had a strong Christian faith and his family meant everything to him. He was a loving dad and a great paw paw to his 3 grandchildren; Ava Rose, Sofia Gray and Zebulon Dee Privette.

He is survived by his daughters; Amanda Privette and her husband Amos; Lauren Hester and her husband Darren and by the mother of his children, Susan Keel.

Along with his mother he was preceded in death by his uncle, Tommy Price.

A visitation with the family will be held at 10am, , 15, 2016, at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, 120 Potter Rd South, Monroe NC 28111. A funeral service will immediately follow at 11am.
Interment will take place in Westley Chapel .

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital

▰ Timothy C Keel

Died April 11, … More Information
Timothy C Keel, born September 5, 1954 entered eternal life April 11, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Timothy was 61.
Family members and close friends: , Jennifer Eggerichs, Tom And Fairy Boyce, Mark Tierney, Jo Anne Kirby, Terri Vadala, Ray And Jeanie Avery, Amanda, Paul Price, David And Debbie Smith, David & Desiree Freeman, Carly Francis, Steve Lentz, Judy Broyles, Brenda Adkins

▰ Thomas E Keel

Died July 15, … More Information
Thomas E Keel, of North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 15, 1999. Thomas was 61.
Obituary published: July 16, 1999 in "Sampson I"

▰ Terry (Moore) Keel

Died May 12, … More Information
Terry (Moore) Keel, age 58 of Havelock, North Carolina, entered eternal life May 12, 2001.
Obituary published: May 13, 2001 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Stephanie Joy (Mccleney) Keel

Died August 25, … More Information
Stephanie Joy (Mccleney) Keel, age 45 of Washington, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next August 25, 2001.
Obituary published: August 26, 2001 in "Coastland T"

▰ Samuel Keel

Died December 18, … More Information
Samuel Keel, born November 19, 1951 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master December 18, 2014 in Chadbourn, North Carolina. Samuel was 63.

▰ Sally Gold Keel

Died October 05, … More Information
Sally Gold Keel, born April 7, 1928 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home October 5, 2016 in North Carolina. Sally was 88. Tags: #Charlie #Rosa #Walter #Robert #Keel #First #Church #Robersonville #Martin #Gardens #Biggs #Mike #Sandra #Capps #Allen #Farmville #Randy #Raleigh #Micky #Houston #Hank #Cindy #Melody #Blair #Kyle #Ashley #Ashleigh #Molly #Adam #Becca #Seth #Kirsten #Bryce #Bladen #Kinsey #James #Luke #Oliver #Ellis #Theo #Keels #Grocery #Sally #Scrabble #Christian #Hospital #West #Street #Squad #Williamston
Obituary: under the direction of Biggs , Robersonville, NC

Mrs. Sally Gold James Keel, 88, died peacefully at the Albemarle in Tarboro on , 5, 2016. She was born 7, 1928 to the late Charlie and Rosa James. She was preceded in death by Walter Keel, her husband of 55 years, her brothers, Charlie, Robert, and C.X. James, and Gus Keel.
services will be held at First Baptist Church of Robersonville on , 8, at 2:00 PM, with burial to follow at Martin Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be , 7, 2016 at Biggs of Robersonville from 6:30- 8:30 PM.
Mrs. Keel is survived by her son, Mike Keel and wife Sandra of Robersonville; daughter, Pat Capps and special friend, Allen Deaver of Farmville, son, Randy Keel of Raleigh, and son, Micky Keel of Houston, TX; her grandchildren, Hank Keel and wife, Cindy, Melody Knox and husband, Blair, Kyle Keel, Ashley Capps and wife, Ashleigh, Molly Beavers and husband, Mike, Adam Keel and Becca, Sam Keel, and Seth Keel; great-grandchildren Kirsten Keel, Bryce Keel, Bladen Knox, Kinsey Godley, James Capps, Luke Capps, James Beavers, Oliver Beavers, Ellis Beavers, and Theo Keel.
Sally and Walter opened Keels Country Grocery just outside of Robersonville, where Sally was the primary storekeeper for 38 years. It was there where she made many lifelong friends. retiring from the store in 1987, Sally worked part-time at the Robersonville Library, where she was able to continue to work with the public, and enjoy her passion for reading.
She also loved to knit and crochet, as shown by the many gifts that she made for her grandchildren, other family members and friends. She also loved to play Scrabble, an often competitive family game.
It was important to Sally to raise her family in a Christian home. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Robersonville, which provided strength and guidance throughout her entire adult life.
The family would like to extend a special thank-you to Martin General Hospital staff, nurses, and doctors for their loving care of our Mom.
Flowers are appreciated, or donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Robersonville, 206 West Railroad Street, Robersonville, NC, 27871, or to the Robersonville Rescue Squad.
by Biggs of Williamston and Robersonville, NC.

▰ Sally Gold Keel

Died October 05, … More Information
Sally Gold Keel, born April 7, 1928 joined the Lord October 5, 2016 in Robersonville, North Carolina. Sally was 88.
Family members and close friends: , Amy Tyndall, Liz Brown, Angela Johnston, Lorri Adams, Deborah Blount, Vickie House-davis, Theresa Jeffries, Sean Gutowski, Shelia Atkinson, Jenny Thigpen, Mondie Swift Sipe, Dawn Staley, Brenda Wiilams, Pat Bretnall, Ginny Kammer, Mary Nails

▰ Ruth Coates Keel

Died May 16, … More Information
Ruth Coates Keel, born May 6, 1922 entered into eternal rest May 16, 2017 in Leland, North Carolina. Ruth was 95. Tags: #Ruth #Paul #Dillon #Linda #Tilghman #Catherine #Rachel #Charles #Betty #Sellers #Leland #Oahu #Jean #Vegas #Maxine #Grand #Virginia #Mildred #Chatham #South #Washington #Maryland #Pennsylvania #Arizona #North #Sealtest #International #Bricklayers #Masons #Plasterers #Kresge #Wilmington #Greeter #Security #Ladies #Hanover #Outstanding #Awards #Keel #Hawaii #Oaklawn #Childrens #Living #Tree #Prince #Service #Coble #Chapel #Greenlawn #Park
Obituary: Ruth was the firstborn child of James Baston and Mollie Coates of McColl, SC on May 6, 1922. attending school in Dillon , she went to work in a local textile mill.
meeting on a blind date and within 24 hours of being introduced, Ruth married Paul Keel on 5, 1942 in Dillon, SC. remained married until Paul's death in 1987 (45 years.)
Paul and Ruth were the parents of 4 children. In 1956, they lost their beloved infant daughter, Linda Elaine, who was 5 months old. Their son, Paul Hardy, passed-on in 1995 at the tragic age of 47. Ruth was also predeceased by her parents and five younger siblings, Tilghman, Lib, Catherine, Rachel and Charles.
In addition to her two daughters, Betty Jo Sellers of Leland, NC and Oahu, HI, and Jean Giguere of Las Vegas, NV, Ruth leaves behind one younger sister, Maxine Fletcher, of Grand Junction, CO. Also left behind are her sisters-in-law Virginia Coates of Dillon, SC and Mildred Womble of Chatham, NC, was her life-long best friend. Her prodigy consists of 17 grand children, 9 great-grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and several cousins.
During her lifetime, Ruth lived variously in South Carolina, Washington, D.C., Maryland, Pennsylvania, Arizona and North Carolina, She lived in Leland for the last 30 years of her life.
Ruth's past employment included Sealtest Corporation, the International Union of Bricklayers, Masons and Plasterers and Kresge Corporation. She retired from K-Mart here in Wilmington where she was a Greeter and Security Officer.
Ruth was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary and volunteered at New Hanover Hospital for a period of time. She was the recipient of several Outstanding Achievement Awards for her church work, and also earned certificates of completion for a number of continuing education classes.
An avid traveler, Ruth was privileged to visit many noted national and historical landmarks, and in 1977 the Keel's renewed their marriage vows in a very special ceremony in Oahu, Hawaii.
Ruth was an accomplished singer, musician and song writer.
In addition to piano, she played the 12-string guitar, banjo and other string instruments. She organized and led the Oaklawn Church of God's Childrens Choir during church services, special events and as special guests at outside venues. In the early 1960's she organized and directed the very first Living Christmas Tree Cantata in Prince Georges , Maryland.
Ruth will be forever mourned and thought of with love by those who knew her.
A memorial Service will be held at 2pm on May 27, 2017 at Coble Ward-Smith Chapel. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

▰ Ruth Coates Keel

Died May 16, … More Information
Ruth Coates Keel, born May 6, 1922 went to be with her Lord and Savior May 16, 2017 in Wilmington, North Carolina. Ruth was 95.
Family members and close friends: , Maxine Fletcher, Gerry Fowler, Judy Bagley-guilford, Virginia Coates

▰ Richard Carlton Keel

Died October 06, … More Information
Richard Carlton Keel, born January 19, 1937 departed this life Sunday October 6, 2014 in Greenville, North Carolina. Richard was 77. Tags: #Ellen
Obituary: Richard was born on 19, 1937 and passed away on , 6, 2014. Richard was a resident of Greenville, North Carolina at the time of passing. Richard was married to Ellen.

▰ Ray Autry Keel

Died July 16, … More Information
Ray Autry Keel, born December 22, 1941 went to be with the Lord on July 16, 2017 in Macclesfield, North Carolina. Ray was 75.

▰ Ralph Augustus Keel

Died October 24, … More Information
Ralph Augustus Keel, born December 2, 1963 passed from this world into the next October 24, 2013 in Robersonville, North Carolina. Ralph was 49.

▰ Ralph Augustus Keel Jr

Died October 24, … More Information
Ralph Augustus Keel Jr , born December 2, 1963 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master October 24, 2013 in Robersonville, North Carolina. Ralph was 49.
Family members and close friends: , Jane Warren, Mary Edmondson, Angela A, Faye Denny, Kathy Mellette, Dolores Martin, Judy Williams, Kim Langley, Micky Keel, Paula Graham, Laura Gammons, Linda James, Sheila Swinson, Gwen Thorne, Mary Edmondson, Meredith Randazzo, N. Edens, Mary Goin

▰ Priscilla Lambeth Keel

Died July 23, … More Information
Priscilla Lambeth Keel, of Greensboro, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on July 23, 2002. Priscilla was 83.
Obituary published: July 24, 2002 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Page Clark Sr Keel

Died September 11, … More Information
Page Clark Sr Keel, age 81 of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, went into the presence of the Lord on September 11, 1998.
Obituary published: September 12, 1998 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Page Clark Jr Keel

Died October 15, … More Information
Page Clark Jr Keel, age 59 of Wilmington, North Carolina, departed this life Sunday October 15, 2006.
Obituary published: October 16, 2006 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ Nathan Benjamin Keel

Died February 26, … More Information
Nathan Benjamin Keel, born December 6, 1930 went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2015 in Bethel, North Carolina. Nathan was 84. Tags: #Herley
Obituary: Nathan was born on 6, 1930 and passed away on , 26, 2015. Nathan was a resident of Bethel, North Carolina at the time of passing. Nathan was married to Herley.

▰ Ms Sandra Keel

Died October 03, … More Information
Ms Sandra Keel, born September 21, 1952 went into the presence of the Lord on October 3, 2015 in Oxford, North Carolina. Ms was 63. Tags: #Oxford #North
Obituary: Ms. Keel was born on 21, 1952 and passed away on , 3, 2015. Ms. Keel was a resident of Oxford, North Carolina at the time of passing.

▰ Michael H Keel

Died October 11, … More Information
Michael H Keel, born October 24, 1950 died on October 11, 2016 in North Carolina. Michael was 65. Tags: #Martin #Walter #Sally #Keel #Robersonville #School #North #State #Community #Church #Flat #Sandra #Hank #Cindy #Kyle #Melody #Blair #Capps #Allen #Farmville #Randy #Raleigh #Micky #Houston #Kirsten #Bryce #Kinsey #Bladen #Biggs #Road #League #House #Foundation
Obituary: Michael H Keel, 65, passed away peacefully on , 11, 2016 at the Hospice House of Greenville. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM at Community Christian Church in Williamston with Daniel Voris officiating; burial will follow at Martin Memorial Gardens.

Mike was born in on 24, 1950 in Martin , son of the late Walter and Sally James Keel. Mike graduated from Robersonville High School and attended North Carolina State University prior to returning home to join the family farming business. He was a member of Community Christian Church. Mike enjoyed hunting, playing golf, and being a part of the Flat Swamp Community.

On 4, 1973 he married Sandra Nicholson who survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are son, Hank Keel and wife Cindy, son, Kyle Keel, and daughter, Melody Knox and husband Blair all of Robersonville, sister Pat Capps and special friend Allen Deaver of Farmville, brothers Randy Keel of Raleigh and Micky Keel of Houston Texas, grandchildren Kirsten Keel, Bryce Keel, Kinsey Godley and Bladen Knox.

The family will receive friends from 6:30-8:00 PM at Biggs in Robersonville and other times at the residence 2461 Big Oak Road Robersonville NC. If anyone would like to donate in lieu of flowers please do so to

Vidant
Service League Hospice House
In of VHMC Foundation
PO Box 8489
Greenville, NC 27835-8489

▰ Michael H Keel

Died October 11, … More Information
Michael H Keel, born October 24, 1950 entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 11, 2016 in Robersonville, North Carolina. Michael was 65.
Family members and close friends: , Joan Mills, Tiffany Sullivan

▰ Mary Margaret (Timmons) Keel

Died August 02, … More Information
Mary Margaret (Timmons) Keel, age 86 of North Carolina, born in Wolf, West Virginia, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home August 2, 2003.
Obituary published: August 03, 2003 in "Burlington T-N"

▰ Mary Lee (Roberson) Keel

Died February 13, … More Information
Mary Lee (Roberson) Keel, age 93 of Mathews, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on February 13, 2005.
Obituary published: February 14, 2005 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ Mary Lee (Roberson) Keel

Died February 13, … More Information
Mary Lee (Roberson) Keel, age 93 of Matthews, North Carolina, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home February 13, 2005.
Obituary published: February 14, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs"

▰ Margaret (Britt) Keel

Died January 30, … More Information
Margaret (Britt) Keel, 72, of New Bern, North Carolina gained her wings on January 30, 2004.
Obituary published: January 31, 2004 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Margaret (Britt) Keel

Died January 30, … More Information
Margaret (Britt) Keel, of New Bern, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on January 30, 2004. Margaret was 72.
Obituary published: January 31, 2004 in "FC Courier"

▰ Lee Stuart Keel

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Lee Stuart Keel

Died January 01, … More Information

Family members and close friends: , Rochelle Maple ( Former Co-worker ), Laura & Gordon Morris

▰ Katherine (Price) Keel

Died October 08, … More Information
Katherine (Price) Keel, of Charlotte, North Carolina, departed this life Sunday October 8, 2002. Katherine was 69.
Obituary published: October 09, 2002 in "Charlotte Obs"

▰ June (Holton) [Owens] Keel

Died September 07, … More Information
June (Holton) [Owens] Keel, age 94 of Greenville, North Carolina, died on September 7, 2014.
Obituary published: September 08, 2014 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ June (Holton) [Owens] Keel

Died September 07, … More Information
June (Holton) [Owens] Keel, age 94 of North Carolina, born in McAllen, Texas, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 7, 2014.
Obituary published: September 08, 2014 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Joseph Edward Keel

Died May 03, … More Information
Joseph Edward Keel, 83, went to be with the Lord on May 3, 1999 in Ahoskie, North Carolina.
Obituary published: May 04, 1999 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ John Wayne Keel

Died July 20, … More Information
John Wayne Keel, born February 18, 1942 died July 20, 2016 in Jacksonville, North Carolina. John was 74.

▰ Jimmy Darrell Keel

Died August 06, … More Information
Jimmy Darrell Keel, age 73 of Williamston, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 6, 2005.
Obituary published: August 07, 2005 in "Burlington T-N"

▰ Jeffrey D Keel

Died February 11, … More Information
Jeffrey D Keel, born May 19, 1958 entered eternal life February 11, 2017 in Sanford, North Carolina. Jeffrey was 58.

▰ Jean (Caho) Keel

Died February 05, … More Information
Jean (Caho) Keel, of North Carolina, born in Spring Creek Road, North Carolina, joined the Lord February 5, 2016. Jean was 82.
Obituary published: February 06, 2016 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Jean Caho Keel

Died February 05, … More Information
Jean Caho Keel, born November 23, 1933 entered eternal life February 5, 2016 in Kingsport, North Carolina. Jean was 82. Tags: #Ernest
Obituary: Jean was born on 23, 1933 and passed away on , 5, 2016. Jean was a resident of Kingsport, North Carolina at the time of passing. Jean was married to Ernest sr.

▰ Janet Murray Keel

Died March 08, … More Information
Janet Murray Keel, of Hertford, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 8, 2002. Janet was 77.
Obituary published: March 09, 2002 in "Norfolk V-P (VA)"

▰ James Walter Jr Keel

Died May 22, … More Information
James Walter Jr Keel, 86, of Rocky Mount, North Carolina departed this life May 22, 2001.
Obituary published: May 23, 2001 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ James Henry Keel

Died January 16, … More Information
James Henry Keel, of Robersonville, North Carolina, departed this life Sunday January 16, 2003. James was 70.
Obituary published: January 17, 2003 in "Norfolk V-P (VA)"

▰ James "J C" Keel

Died February 28, … More Information
James "J C" Keel, of Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina, passed from this life on February 28, 2000. James was 67.
Obituary published: February 29, 2000 in "Fayetteville O-T"

▰ Gertie Mclawhorn Keel

Died June 16, … More Information
Gertie Mclawhorn Keel, born December 2, 1928 went to be with the Lord on June 16, 2014 in Oak City, North Carolina. Gertie was 85. Tags: #Francis
Obituary: Gertie was born on 2, 1928 and passed away on , 16, 2014. Gertie was a resident of Oak City, North Carolina at the time of passing. Gertie was married to Francis.

▰ George E "Eddie" Keel

Died February 19, … More Information
George E "Eddie" Keel, age 75 of Winterville, North Carolina, went into the presence of the Lord on February 19, 2001.
Obituary published: February 20, 2001 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ Fred Henry Keel

Died January 30, … More Information
Fred Henry Keel passed away January 30, 2001 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Obituary published: January 31, 2001 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Frank Griswold Hall Sr Keel

Died January 04, … More Information
Frank Griswold Hall Sr Keel, 80, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina departed this life January 4, 2011.
Obituary published: January 05, 2011 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Ella Cambron Keel

Died February 01, … More Information
Ella Cambron Keel, born February 26, 1928 passed away peacefully February 1, 2018 in New Bern, North Carolina. Ella was 89.
Family members and close friends: , Maryann Targhetta
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