ᐅ North Carolina Death Notices 2009-2025
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▰ Charles M Rev Spence

Died March 08, … More Information
Charles M Rev Spence, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, passed from this life on March 8, 2001. Charles was 70.
Obituary published: March 09, 2001 in "Gaston G"

▰ Charles M Rev Spence

Died March 07, … More Information
Charles M Rev Spence, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, went into the presence of the Lord on March 7, 2001. Charles was 70.
Obituary published: March 08, 2001 in "Gaston G"

▰ Charles M Rev Spence

Died March 06, … More Information
Charles M Rev Spence, 70, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven March 6, 2001.
Obituary published: March 07, 2001 in "Gaston G"

▰ Charles Henry Spence

Died October 31, … More Information
Charles Henry Spence, age 58 of Durham, North Carolina, entered eternal life October 31, 2005.
Obituary published: November 01, 2005 in "News Journal (DE)"

▰ Carolyn Highfill Spence

Died January 07, … More Information
Carolyn Highfill Spence, born November 18, 1931 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her January 7, 2017 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Carolyn was 85.

▰ Carolyn Highfill Mcgee Spence

Died January 07, … More Information
Carolyn Highfill Mcgee Spence, born November 18, 1931 went into the presence of the Lord on January 7, 2017 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Carolyn was 85.

▰ Carole Parker Spence

Died September 25, … More Information
Carole Parker Spence, born May 14, 1938 entered into eternal rest September 25, 2015 in Pink Hill, North Carolina. Carole was 77. Tags: #Leonard
Obituary: Carole was born on May 14, 1938 and passed away on , 25, 2015. Carole was a resident of Pink Hill, North Carolina at the time of passing. Carole was married to Leonard sr.

▰ Cammy N Spence

Died October 04, … More Information
Cammy N Spence, age 36 of Bryson City, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2000.
Obituary published: October 05, 2000 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Brenda Radford Spence

Died September 15, … More Information
Brenda Radford Spence, born July 16, 1961 passed from this life on September 15, 2017 in Kinston, North Carolina. Brenda was 56.

▰ Betty Alena (Winters) Spence

Died December 27, … More Information
Betty Alena (Winters) Spence, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, died on December 27, 2008. Betty was 80.
Obituary published: December 28, 2008 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Bernice Spence

Died April 26, … More Information
Bernice Spence, a resident of Charlotte, North Carolina for decades, died April 26, 2005 in Charlotte, North Carolina at the age of 79.
Obituary published: April 27, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs"

▰ Bernice Spence

Died October 26, … More Information
On October 26, 2005, Bernice Spence, 80 of Murphy, North Carolina passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: October 27, 2005 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Bernice Spence

Died October 25, … More Information
Bernice Spence, of Murphy, North Carolina, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home October 25, 2005. Bernice was 80.
Obituary published: October 26, 2005 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Artis P Spence

Died June 12, … More Information
Artis P Spence, of Lillington, North Carolina, passed from this life on June 12, 1997. Artis was 79.
Obituary published: June 13, 1997 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ Annie (Bembrey) Spence

Died September 09, … More Information
Annie (Bembrey) Spence, of Greenville, North Carolina, went into the presence of the Lord on September 9, 2005. Annie was 92.
Obituary published: September 10, 2005 in "Daily Reflector"

▰ Anne Kelly (Cox) Spence

Died January 02, … More Information
Anne Kelly (Cox) Spence, 35, of Charlotte, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 2, 2006.
Obituary published: January 03, 2006 in "Charlotte Obs"

▰ Alpheus Benjamin Spence

Died September 21, … More Information
Alpheus Benjamin Spence, of North Carolina, born in BRUNSWICK CO, Virginia, entered Heaven's gates on September 21, 2003. Alpheus was 88.
Obituary published: September 22, 2003 in "Burlington T-N"

▰ Alethia (Felton) Spence

Died June 11, … More Information
Alethia (Felton) Spence, age 72 of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, passed from this life on June 11, 1999.
Obituary published: June 12, 1999 in "Hampton Roads V-P (VA)"

▰ Albert Clinton Spence

Died November 22, … More Information
Albert Clinton Spence went into the presence of the Lord on November 22, 2014 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

▰ Paul Lionel Spenard

Died June 11, … More Information
Paul Lionel Spenard, born March 9, 1935 went to be with the Lord on June 11, 2017 in Walkertown, North Carolina. Paul was 82.

▰ Paul Lionel Spenard

Died June 11, … More Information
Paul Lionel Spenard, born March 9, 1935 died on June 11, 2017 in Clemmons, North Carolina. Paul was 82.

▰ John Marshal Spelman Jr

Died February 14, … More Information
John Marshal Spelman Jr , born October 7, 1935 died February 14, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. John was 80.

▰ John Marshal Spelman Jr

Died February 14, … More Information
John Marshal Spelman Jr , born October 7, 1935 entered Heaven's gates on February 14, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. John was 80.

▰ James Barker Spelman

Died February 07, … More Information
James Barker Spelman, of North Carolina, born in Connecticut, went into the presence of the Lord on February 7, 2001. James was 75.
Obituary published: February 08, 2001 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Betty Jean Spelman

Died August 22, … More Information
Betty Jean Spelman, born September 21, 1935 entered eternal life August 22, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Betty was 83.

▰ William Albert "Buck" Spells

Died February 02, … More Information
William Albert "Buck" Spells, age 62 of Goldsboro, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 2, 2006.
Obituary published: February 03, 2006 in "News Argus"

▰ William Spells

Died January 31, … More Information
William Spells, age 62 of Goldsboro, North Carolina, entered eternal life January 31, 2006.
Obituary published: February 01, 2006 in "News Argus"

▰ Selma Inez Blackman Spells

Died July 14, … More Information
Selma Inez Blackman Spells, born November 22, 1918 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home July 14, 2016 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Selma was 97.

▰ Selma Inez Blackman Spells

Died July 15, … More Information
Selma Inez Blackman Spells passed away July 15, 2016 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

▰ Robert Lee Spells, Jr

Died December 25, … More Information
Robert Lee Spells, Jr , born October 23, 1950 passed away peacefully December 25, 2014 in Wilson, North Carolina. Robert was 64.

▰ Norman "Sarge" Spells

Died February 20, … More Information
Norman "Sarge" Spells died unexpectedly on February 20, 1999 at the age of 59 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Obituary published: February 21, 1999 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ Mrs Pauline Whitley Spells

Died March 14, … More Information
Mrs Pauline Whitley Spells, born December 24, 1918 entered eternal life March 14, 2016 in 215 Durham St. Smithfield, North Carolina. Mrs was 97. Tags: #Haven
Obituary: Visitation:
, 20
1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Sanders Chapel
806 E Market St
Smithfield, NC 27577 Wake:
, 21
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
St Peters Disciples Church Of Christ
1011 Massey St.
Smithfield, NC 27577 Service:
, 21
12:00 PM
St Peters Disciples Church Of Christ
1011 Massey St.
Smithfield, NC 27577 Interment:
21
Rest Haven
Smithfield, NC 27577

▰ Mr Robert L Spells

Died August 22, … More Information
Mr Robert L Spells, born October 20, 1938 entered into eternal rest August 22, 2016 in Wilson, North Carolina. Mr was 77.

▰ Mr Archie Spells

Died January 04, … More Information
Mr Archie Spells, born October 27, 1933 passed away peacefully January 4, 2016 in Smithfield, North Carolina. Mr was 82. Tags: #Smithfield #North
Obituary: Mr. Spells was born on 27, 1933 and passed away on , 4, 2016. Mr. Spells was a resident of Smithfield, North Carolina at the time of passing.

▰ Mr Robert L Spells

Died July 20, … More Information
Mr Robert L Spells, born August 31, 1928 entered Heaven's gates on July 20, 2015 in Wilson, North Carolina. Mr was 86. Tags: #Wilson #North
Obituary: Mr. Spells was born on 31, 1928 and passed away on , 20, 2015. Mr. Spells was a resident of Wilson, North Carolina at the time of passing.

▰ Elder Robert L Spells

Died August 22, … More Information
Elder Robert L Spells, born October 20, 1938 passed from this world into the next August 22, 2016 in Wilson, North Carolina. Elder was 77.

▰ Willie Roy Spellman

Died April 08, … More Information
Willie Roy Spellman, age 63 of New Bern, North Carolina, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Willie April 8, 2019.
Obituary published: April 09, 2019 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Richard J Spellman

Died June 28, … More Information
Richard J Spellman, born February 10, 1941 entered into eternal rest June 28, 2017 in North Carolina. Richard was 76.

▰ Queen Lewis Spellman

Died January 10, … More Information
Queen Lewis Spellman, of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, joined the Lord January 10, 2002. Queen was 86.
Obituary published: January 11, 2002 in "Norfolk V-P (VA)"

▰ Phillip Emmanuel Spellman

Died February 19, … More Information
Phillip Emmanuel Spellman, age 81 of New Bern, North Carolina, gained his wings on February 19, 2019.
Obituary published: February 20, 2019 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Mrs Delois Elizabeth Alford Spellman

Died May 16, … More Information
Mrs Delois Elizabeth Alford Spellman, born May 17, 1949 died on May 16, 2021 in 1111 Furlong Dr. Smithfield, North Carolina. Mrs was 71. Tags: #Hospital #Short #School #Smithfield #Dietary #Johnston #Lazy #Farm #Pond #Wesley #Church #Delois #Pastor #Committee #Womens #Society #Usher #Kitchen #Wesleys #Choir #Faithful #Singers #Birth #Praise #Conference #Stewardess #Class #Trustee #Gods #Trust #Bobby #Sanders #Apex #Medlin #Angier #Allen #Bluffton #Failey #Charleston #Williams #Four #Alford #Zola #Clayton #Helen #Raleigh #Buntion #Bennettsville #Family #Chapel #Market #Service #Cleveland
Obituary: Delois Elizabeth Alford-Spellman was born on May 17, 1948, in Bennettsville, SC to the late Vice Alford and Mary Matilda Johnson Alford. Proceeding in death, she had 6 sisters and 5 brothers. She departed this life on May 16, 2021, at Rex Hospital. She enjoyed cooking delicious dishes for everyone and spreading her love to us all.
Delois attended Short Journey School in Smithfield and furthered her career as Dietary Aide for Johnston Lee head start. In her spare time, she catered for different events and worked at the Lazy O Farm and the Pond at Lazy O Farm in Smithfield.
She joined Wesley AME Church at a very early age, and she loved her church. She was very dedicated and committed to God and Wesley Chapel where she served faithfully in many areas.
Over the years, Delois held various roles at Wesley Chapel AME Church including serving as a member of the Pastor Aide Committee, Womens Missionary Society, the Usher Board, and the Kitchen Committee. She was a lead singer of Wesleys Gospel Choir, Faithful Gospel Singers, the new Birth Choir, and the Praise Team. She also joined the J.O.C.O. Community Choir and N.C. Annual Conference Choir, Stewardess Board, Usher Board, Class Leader, and Trustee.
Deloiss favorite sayings were I got you prayed up and Gods got your back & I love you to the moon and beyond. When anyone would say I love you she would respond I love you more. The message that she wants all her friends and family to know is to Trust in God and keep the faith, live a clean and pure life.
She leaves to cherish her loving memories: 5 children, (proceed in death) Bobby Lee Sanders; Mr. Tony Sanders of Apex, NC; Mrs. Doris Medlin (Neil) of Angier, NC; Mrs. Angela Allen (Juan) of Bluffton, SC; Mrs. Shelby Failey (Rodney) of Charleston, SC. 16 grandkids, 10 great grand-kids One sister; Mrs. Betty Williams of Four Oaks, NC; 4 sisters-in-laws: Mrs. Lina Alford of Apex, NC; Mrs. Linda Alford and Zola Mae Alford both of Clayton NC; Helen Stancil of Raleigh NC; One great aunt, Mrs. Betsy Buntion of Bennettsville, SC and her church Family -Wesley Chapel AME, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Visitation:
, May 21
1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Sanders Chapel
806 E Market St
Smithfield, NC 27577
(919) 934-8416 Graveside Service:
, May 22
2:00 PM
Wesley Chapel AME Church
867 Cleveland Rd
Smithfield, NC 27577

▰ Lucille Gibbs Spellman

Died December 14, … More Information
Lucille Gibbs Spellman, born May 11, 1934 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her December 14, 2013 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Lucille was 79.
Family members and close friends: , Denise, Joe & Carol Lovrinic, Denita Gibbs Howerton, Naomi Spellman, Pat Spellman

▰ Lottie Mary Spellman

Died September 30, … More Information
Lottie Mary Spellman went into the presence of the Lord on September 30, 2014 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

▰ Lillie "Mama Bill" (Mintz) Spellman

Died April 26, … More Information
Lillie "Mama Bill" (Mintz) Spellman, of Henderson Co, North Carolina, passed from this life on April 26, 2009. Lillie was 94.
Obituary published: April 27, 2009 in "Hendersonville T-N"

▰ Johnny Spellman

Died August 17, … More Information
Johnny Spellman, age 63 of Kinston, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest August 17, 2000.
Obituary published: August 18, 2000 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Janie Louise Bryant Spellman

Died July 25, … More Information
Janie Louise Bryant Spellman went into the presence of the Lord on July 25, 2019 in Cove City, North Carolina.
Obituary published: July 26, 2019 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Harriet Ann (Pierce) Spellman

Died December 30, … More Information
Harriet Ann (Pierce) Spellman, age 56 of North Carolina, born in Michigan, entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 30, 2002.
Obituary published: December 31, 2002 in "MorningStar"

▰ Eugene Spellman

Died February 06, … More Information
Eugene Spellman, of North Carolina, born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, went to be with the Lord on February 6, 2005. Eugene was 89.
Obituary published: February 07, 2005 in "Hendersonville T-N"

▰ Elizabeth Mary Spellman

Died March 14, … More Information
Elizabeth Mary Spellman, born April 9, 1928 passed away peacefully March 14, 2017 in New Bern, North Carolina. Elizabeth was 88. Tags: #Elizabeth #Halbritter #Lincoln #Betty #Mary #William #Pawtucket #West #High #Thomas #Jack #Pembroke #Brown #Jacks #Francis #Spellman #York #Julliard #Milton #Longmeadow #Irvington #Ridgefield #Bern #Saint #Catholic #John #Cynthia #Richard #Lucy #Randolph #Edward #James #Katie #Hallsville #Wendell #Country #Greenleaf #Cotten #Neuse #Chrystal #Hospice #Rock #Newport #Plantation #Crematory
Obituary: Elizabeth Mary Spellman, known to everyone as Betty, the wife of John William Spellman, Jr. (Jack) of New Bern, NC, her husband of more than 67 years, died 14, 2017 at age 88. Born Elizabeth Mary Halbritter on a farm in Lincoln, RI on 9, 1928, Betty was the daughter of Mary Elizabeth (McCoy) Halbritter and William E. Halbritter. Betty grew up in Pawtucket, RI and was a 1945 graduate of West Senior High School, which had been built by her beloved uncle, Thomas P. McCoy, long-time mayor of Pawtucket. An only child, Betty delighted in the company of her many cousins and friends. She met Jack in the spring of 1946 while in her freshman year at Pembroke in Brown University. married in Pawtucket 25, 1949, a week after her graduation from Brown, in a wedding ceremony conducted by Jacks uncle, Francis Cardinal Spellman of New York.

Betty was a talented lyric soprano who majored in music at Brown. She was considering enrolling at the Julliard School in New York and pursuing a professional music career when marriage and family intervened. Betty raised her six children in Milton, MA, Longmeadow, MA, Irvington, NY and Ridgefield, CT, before relocating to New Bern in 1977. Upon moving to New Bern, she transitioned from homemaking and became a respected real estate agent; winning many leadership awards before retiring about ten years ago. Throughout it all, Betty was devoted to her family and friends, and especially to her beloved husband Jack. Betty maintained a resilient upbeat attitude toward life that was an inspiration to all that knew her. A woman of deep religious faith, Betty was a communicant of Saint Paul Catholic Church.

Bettys husband Jack survives her, as do six of her children; John T. Spellman and his wife Cynthia McCollum of New York, NY, Thomas P. Spellman of New Bern, NC, Richard H. Spellman and his wife Lucy of Randolph, MA, Edward J. (Ned) Spellman of New Bern, NC, James F. Spellman and his wife Katie of Hallsville, TX and Mary E. Telfer of Wendell, NC, in addition to twelve grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

The funeral for Betty Spellman will be , 17, 2017, at 11 am in Saint Paul Catholic Church, 3005 Country Club Rd, New Bern, NC, followed by a private graveside service at Greenleaf Memorial . Calling hours will be , 16, 2017 from 4-7 pm at the Cotten , 2201 Neuse Blvd, New Bern.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chrystal Coast Hospice House, 100 Big Rock Weigh, PO Box 640, Newport, NC 28570. Messages of condolence may be addressed to John W. Spellman, Jr., 315 Plantation Drive, New Bern, NC 28562.

by Cotten and Crematory.

Online condolences may be made to the Spellman Family at

▰ Elizabeth Mary Halbritter "Betty" Spellman

Died March 14, … More Information
Elizabeth Mary Halbritter "Betty" Spellman, born April 9, 1928 died on March 14, 2017 in New Bern, North Carolina. Elizabeth was 88.
Family members and close friends: , Aunt Jae, Lillian
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