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JACKSON, Clara Styron

OCRACOKE - Clara Styron JACKSON, 81, died Sunday, December 3 in Ocracoke.  Mrs. Jackson was born in Ocracoke and was a homemaker.  She was a member of the Ocracoke United Methodist Church.  She was the daughter of the late James and Rhoda Gaskill Styron and the widow of the late George Guthrie Jackson.  She was also preceded in death by a sister, Lucy Hart.  Mrs. Jackson is survived by two sons: James W. Jackson, Jr. and wife Linda of Ocracoke, and Eugene M. Jackson and wife Sandra of Greenville; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at the Ocracoke United Methodist Church on Wednesday, December 6 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Joyce Reynolds officiating.  Burial will be in the Ocracoke Community Cemetery.  Twiford Island Chapel, Hatteras, is assisting the family.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, December 5, 2006; pg. 10A)

JACKSON, Eugene Mathew

Eugene Mathew Jackson, 68, of Greenville died June 8 in Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, surrounded by his family.  Born on August 13, 1950, in Morehead City, he lived most of his life on Ocracoke, before moving to Greenville in 2001.  He worked for the Hyde County Sheriff Department as chief deputy for Ocracoke until his early retirement in 1997 after 17 years of service due to health reasons, and he was a longtime member of the Freemasons.  He was preceded in death by his parents, George Guthrie Jackson and Clara Styron Jackson, and his “other parents,” Monford (Monk) and Iva Garrish.  Among his survivors are his wife of 50 years, Sandra Garrish Jackson, of Greenville; his oldest son Jeffery Allen Jackson and his wife Kellie, of Greenville; his youngest son, Eugene Bruce Jackson and his wife Heather, of Winterville; his older brother and his wife, Jimmy and Linda Jackson, his niece and her husband, Melinda and David Scott Esham; and his nephew, Jamie Jackson, all of Ocracoke.  Gene was a rare combination of someone who had a love of life and a firm understanding of what was important — the simplicity of living a life with those you love.  He was a wonderful husband, father, friend, provider and protector, and he loved his family and friends with all that was in him.  Even through adversity, he always maintained his bigger than life personality and awesome sense of humor and was well-loved because of them.  We will miss him dearly, but we know that he is rejoicing in heaven with his heavenly Father and family.  A celebration of life service will be held at 1p.m. Saturday, July 13, at Ocracoke United Methodist Church, School Road.  (Ocracoke Observer - June 21, 2019)

JACKSON, George Guthrie

OCRACOKE - George Guthrie JACKSON, 83, of Ocracoke and Elizabeth City, NC, died Friday, October 21, 2005 in Ocracoke. He was born in Ocracoke to the late George W. and Metta O'Neal Jackson and was retired from the NCDOT Ferry Division. Mr. Jackson was member of the Ocracoke United Methodist Church, the Masonic Lodge, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during World War II.  Mr. Jackson is survived by his wife, Clara Styron Jackson of the residence; two sons, James W. Jackson, Sr. and wife Linda of Ocracoke and Eugene M. Jackson and wife Sandra of Greenville, NC; a brother, Nathaniel Jackson of Ocracoke; a step sister, Ellen Robinson of Ocracoke; four grandchildren and one great grandchild.  A funeral service will be conducted on Monday, October 24, 2005 at 2:00 PM at the Ocracoke United Methodist Church by the Rev. Joyce Reynolds. Burial will be in the Community Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the residence.  Twiford's Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is in charge of arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Sunday, October 23, 2005)

JACKSON, George Washington

OCRACOKE - George Washington JACKSON, long-time resident of Ocracoke, died at Sea Level Hospital on Saturday, March 5th. He was 69 years of age. Death came after several heart attacks. He spent most of his life here on Ocracoke, though from time to time he worked off the island. In 1910 he was married to Meta O'Neal who survives. Also surviving are two sons: George Guthrie Jackson and Nathaniel Jackson, both of Ocracoke; and a daughter, Mrs. Lillian Fulcher of Ocracoke. Also considered a daughter is Mrs. Ellen Robinson, who spent early childhood years in the Jackson home following the death of her own mother; two brothers: Wilson and Oscar Jackson of Ocracoke. Funeral services were held at the Ocracoke Methodist Church on Monday afternoon with Rev. W.R. Hale officiating. Interment was in the Ocracoke Community Cemetery. (The Coastland Times - Friday, March 11, 1955; pg. 2)

JACKSON, Lillian Gaskins

IN OCRACOKE - Mrs. Lillian Gaskins JACKSON, 92, died February 9 in a nursing home in Morehead City following a long illness.  Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 12, in the Ocracoke United Methodist Church by the Rev. Guy Soule, Jr., pastor.  Burial followed in Community Cemetery.  Mrs. Jackson was a native and life-long resident of Ocracoke and a member of the Ocracoke United Methodist Church.  She was the daughter of the late Zora B. and Mrs. Cora dean Gaskins and wife of the late William W. Jackson.  Surviving is one brother, Matthew Gaskins of Beaufort, N.C.  (The Southern Post - February 16, 1983; pg. 9)

JACKSON, Lottie S.

NORFOLK - Lottie S. JACKSON of the 3100 block of Lorraine Ave., a retired laborer, died Feb. 11, 1992, in a hospital. Mrs. Jackson was born in Hyde County, N.C. She was the widow of James Jackson Sr. and was a member of Solid Rock Disciples Church of Christ. Survivors include a daughter, Lois Willey, and a sister, Lida Brown, both of Norfolk; 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Solid Rock Disciples Church of Christ by the Rev. Floyd Parker. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may join the family at the residence. Graves Funeral Home is handling arrangements. (Virginian-Pilot - Saturday, February, 15, 1992; pg. 2D)

JACKSON, Nathaniel

OCRACOKE - Nathaniel Jackson, 78, died Saturday, February 17, 2007 in Nags Head. Born in Ocracoke, he was the son of the late George Washington and Metta O'Neal Jackson and was the widower of Colleen Wahab Jackson. He was a retired building contractor and commercial fisherman and attended the Ocracoke United Methodist Church. Mr. Jackson is survived by a daughter, Vivian Jackson Henning and husband Bobby of Manteo and a sister, Ellen Robinson of Ocracoke. Besides his wife and parents, Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by a sister, Lillian Fulcher and a brother, George G. Jackson. A funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, February 22, 2007 at 1:00 PM at the Ocracoke United Methodist Church by the Rev. Joyce Reynolds. Burial will be in the Ocracoke Community Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives at the church on Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. Twiford's Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is in charge of arrangements.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, February 20, 2007; pg. 12A)

JAMES, Annie Jordan

SOUTH MILLS - Annie Earlene Twiford Jordan JAMES, 66, of South Mills, died Thursday, Sept. 30, in an Elizabeth City hospital. Mrs. James, a native of Hyde County, N.C., was a homemaker and a Methodist. She was the daughter of the late Murl and Ruby Berry Twiford. She is survived by her husband, Bonnah P. James of the home; two daughters, Lana Waddell and Sylvia Denson, both of South Mills; two sisters, Elizabeth Midgett of Stumpy Point, N.C., and Essie Boyd of South Mills; a brother, Listen G. Twiford of Elizabeth City; five grandchildren; a great-grandchild; 3 step-children; and 3 step-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 3, in Stumpy Point Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Twiford's Colony Chapel, Manteo, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today and other times at the home of Margaret Midgett in Stumpy Point. (Virginian-Pilot - Saturday, October 2, 1993; pg. 2D)

JAMES, Edna Silverthorne

Edna Silverthorne James died January 23, 2011 at her home in Elizabeth City, NC.  She was 102 years old.  Edna was born to Edward L. Silverthorne and Judith Mann Swindel Silverthorne on August 28th, 1908 in Hyde County, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Milburn M. James, and her seven sisters, Ruth Hatcher, Annie Hastings, Winnie Munden, Hilda Riddick, Estelle Duncan, Hallie Dyer and Hazel Pritchard.  Mrs. James was a graduate of Elizabeth City High School. She was the bookkeeper, secretary and part owner of New Home Appliance Company in Elizabeth City, N.C.  She enjoyed studying genealogy and took great pride in tracing her family tree back to the Mayflower.  She was a member of the Eastern Star and Blackwell Memorial Baptist Church.  Her father was one of the charter members and founders of the First Christian Church in Elizabeth City.  She is survived by several nieces and nephews and dear friend Anita Beard. The closest to her heart was Connie Thornley who was a special blessing to Edna for many years and had the great honor of attending to her in her final hours. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the caregivers who showed her so much care and compassion, Carol Williams, Jeanette Gallop, Fenita Johnson, Carolyn Johnson, Robin Reid and Elaine Hill.  Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 27th at 3:00 p.m. at Twiford Memorial Chapel with Corey Miller officiating. Burial will follow at New Hollywood Cemetery. The family will join friends following the funeral service in the visitation area of the funeral home.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the James family.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

JAMES, Lydia

JARVIS, Annie Lucas
Washington Progress - Thursday, July 6, 1911; pg. 5

JARVIS, Blanche W.

GREENVILLE - Mrs. Blanche W. JARVIS, 90, of Greenville, died Tuesday night at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville. Graveside services will be today at 2 p.m. at Belhaven Community Cemetery, Belhaven, with Rev. Caswell Shaw officiating. Born in Hyde County, Mrs. Jarvis lived in Belhaven for many years but for the past 14 years she had been a resident of Greenville. She was a member of St. James United Methodist Church in Greenville and a member of Town and County Senior Citizen's Club. Survivors are two daughters: Mrs. Olive J. Jones of Greenville and Mrs. Kathryn J. Barnes of Lumberton; two sons: Walter C. Jarvis of Morehead City and Warren B. Jarvis of Milton, Fla.; 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home of Greenville (Washington Daily News - Thursday, Sept. 19, 1985) [Kindly submitted by Claud W. Carawan, Jr.]

JARVIS, Charles Edward

POINT HARBOR - Charles Edward JARVIS, 61, died Sunday, January 30 at his residence. He was a native of Hyde County and the son of Charlie Homer Jarvis of Nags Head and the late Irene Midgett Jarvis. Besides his father, Mr. Jarvis is survived by his wife, Peggy Vestal Jarvis of the home; two daughters: Tammy McGown and Sandra Vestal, both of Hyde County; three step-daughters: Elisabeth Templeton, Rebecca Suddeth, and Melanie Templeton, all of Point Harbor; a sister, Nora Willis of Dare County; three brothers: Bobby Jarvis and Jackie Jarvis, both of Dare County, and Gene Jarvis of Hyde County; and 6 grandchildren. Memorial services will be conducted in the Powells Point Baptist Church on Wednesday, January 31, at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Eugene McLawhorn. Twiford's Memorial Chapel in Elizabeth City is in charge of arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Thursday, February 1, 2001; pg. 10A)

JARVIS, Charles R.
Hyde County Herald (Swan Quarter) - Thursday, October 21, 1954; pg. 1

JARVIS, Charlie Homer

KITTY HAWK -- Charlie Homer JARVIS, 84, died Saturday, Feb. 23, 2002, in Sentara Barco Nursing Home. He was born in Swan Quarter, N.C., to the late Lottie and Saddie Jarvis, and was a carpenter. He is survived by his daughter, Nora Elizabeth Willis of Colington Harbor, N.C.; three sons, Robert Eugene Jarvis of Engelhard, N.C., Jackie Rex Jarvis of Hendersonville, N.C., and Bobby Andrew Jarvis of Kitty Hawk; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Charles Edward Jarvis. A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25 at Austin Cemetery in Kitty Hawk with the Rev. Eugene McLawhorn officiating. Twiford Colony Chapel in Manteo is handling the arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, February 26, 2002; pg. 6A)

JARVIS, Constance Ann Swain

Constance “Connie” A. Jarvis, 75, of Engelhard, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.  Connie was born in Fort Belvoir, VA on September 9, 1948 to the late Clarence Alton and Ruby Lee Faircloth Swain.  She was married to Bobby Andrew Jarvis, Sr. who preceded her in death.  She was a member of the Lighthouse Christian Fellowship where she was very active and even served as a trustee.  She more recently attended the Engelhard Christian Church.  Her working years were spent as a cook in a childcare facility. Connie loved the Lord. She loved singing, dancing, and spending time with her family and friends.  A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.  She is survived by two sons, Bobby A. Jarvis, Jr. of Arden, NC, and Troy A. Jarvis and wife Julie of Kill Devil Hills, NC; five grandchildren:  Lauren Jarvis, Kayla Jarvis, Ryan Jarvis, Preston Jarvis, and Cuyler Hopkins and husband Kevin;  three great-grandchildren:  Jameson Jarvis, Jackson Jarvis and Theodora “Theo” Hopkins; and three sisters:  Sandra S. Gibbs and husband Jimmy of Engelhard, Sylvia Bell Harris of Barco, NC, and Pamela L. Faulkner and husband George of Somerset, PA.   In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her infant son, Roy A. Jarvis.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  (Bryan Funeral Home)

JARVIS, David Wilson

David Jarvis, 97, of Simpsonville, SC, passed away March 18, 2019.  He was born July 8, 1921 in Swan Quarter, NC. He served 21 years in the U.S. Navy through World War II in the Pacific on the destroyer USS Goldsborough as well as the USS Missouri.  David was in the Battle of Okinawa and the Battle of Iwo Jima.  He also served during the Korean War, as well as the Cuban Missile Crisis, before retiring as a U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer.  After retirement from the Navy, David attended Heating and Air Conditioning school on the GI Bill. He was a Supervisor for BP Oil in Norfolk, VA. After moving to South Carolina, David worked as the Building Superintendent for the Greenville County Law Enforcement Center until his retirement in 1985.  David was predeceased by his wife, Edna Tamagno Jarvis and his son, James Jarvis. He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Caroline Prentiss Jarvis, three grandchildren, six great grandchildren, two nieces and two nephews.  Visitation and Memorial Service will be in Remembrance Chapel in Woodlawn Memorial Park at 3:00 PM on Friday March 22, 2019, with burial to follow at the same location.  (Mackey Funerals & Cremations at Woodlawn Memorial Park - Greenville, SC)

JARVIS, Foster Linwood

SWAN QUARTER - Foster Linwood JARVIS, 72, died unexpectedly Wednesday evening. A Hyde County native, Mr. Jarvis was the son of the late Foster Lincoln and Mattie Bell Gibbs Jarvis. He served 26 years in the U.S. Navy, retiring in 1969 as Senior Chief Petty Officer. During his years of service, he was in World War II, in the North American Naval Mission in Chile from 1951-54, and served in Vietnam in 1968. He was a member of the Fleet Reserve. Following retirement, he worked with Weyerheauser Corp. as an electrician and was a member of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Funeral services were set for 3 p.m. Saturday in Oakdale Cemetery, Washington. Rev. Gary Fulton will officiate. Military honors will be offered by the U.S. Navy. Surviving are his wife, Helga Muller Jarvis; three sons: Ronald Lee Jarvis of Columbia, Bryan Erich Jarvis of Greenville, Roger Dale Jarvis of Hatteras; two daughters: Helga Marlene Jarvis and Barbara Lynn J. Brooks, both of Swan Quarter; a brother, Henry Lincoln Jarvis of Norfolk, Va.; 6 grandchildren. Mr. Jarvis was preceded in death by a brother, Carl M. Jarvis, in 1987. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association. The family will receive friends at the home in Swan Quarter. Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - October 1993)

JARVIS, SR., Harry Glyn

Harry Glyn Jarvis, Sr. age 90, of Yorktown, died at his home on Monday, June 6, 2022, with his family by his side. Harry was born on June 1, 1932, to the late Harry Jackson Jarvis and Christine Tolan Jarvis. Glyn graduated from Belhaven High School in 1950, where he played football and helped run the family business as a fur trader in New York while growing up. Then he worked with the Merchant Marines traveling throughout the world. He joined the Army and served in the Korean War from 1952-1954; where he was quickly promoted as a Tank Commander. After the war he returned home to help run the Engelhard Fish & Oyster Company with his father and siblings. He married Odessa Williams Jarvis on December 25, 1954. Five years later in 1959, he packed up his wife and small family and moved to Key West, Florida. In 1962 he returned home to help his father run the family business. Glyn then built the Oyster Creek Marina in Swan Quarter, North Carolina in 1964. During the mid-60’s the Oyster Creek Marina was a popular spot to hang out and hosted Saturday night jamborees of banjos, harmonica playing, making music, and dancing. Glyn himself often played the harmonica with local bluegrass bands when given the opportunity. His marina was only run by himself, his wife, children, and a few occasional friends when called upon. He would later add another successful business: The Anchor Seafood Restaurant & Fish Market in Chesapeake, Virginia from 1970-1976. Glyn was also active in North Carolina politics, helping elect Lt. Jimmy Green of North Carolina in 1977 and other politicians during his lifetime. He was also instrumental with help and support in restoring the old Belhaven School, named the J.A. Wilkerson School. He was very supportive of his community and donated to the local Fire & Rescue for helping save his life in 2006. Glyn moved to Yorktown, Virginia in 2017 to be closer to medical facilities and family. Glyn was very proud of his family ancestry, his wife, and his children. He will be greatly missed by his devoted wife of 67 years and his large family and friends. Glyn is preceded in death by his parents, his son, Kent Jarvis of Swan Quarter, NC; and brother Laurin Jarvis of Engelhard, NC. Glyn is survived by his wife, Odessa, their children, Susan Jarvis Mattson (John) of Hayes, VA, Harry G. Jarvis Jr. (Kelly) of Williamsburg, VA, Gwen Newman (Eddie) of Swan Quarter, NC, Madge Williams (Lee) of Swan Quarter, NC, ten grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, brother Ralph Jarvis (Sophia) of Swan Quarter, NC, and sister Esther Pearl Liscum of Chincoteague, VA. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on July 30, 2022, at The John A. Wilkerson Center in Belhaven, NC at 4:00 pm. Services under the direction of Hogg Funeral Home & Crematory of Gloucester Point, VA.  (Hogg Funeral Home)

JARVIS, Henry Lincoln

NORFOLK - Henry Lincoln JARVIS, 80, of the 1200 block of Pascal Place, died July 6, 2000, in a local hospital. Mr. Jarvis was born Aug. 31, 1919 in Hyde County, N.C., and has been a resident of Norfolk for the past 46 years. He was the son of the late Foster L. Jarvis and Mattie B. Jarvis. Mr. Jarvis retired from the U.S. Navy as CWO-4 with 23 years of service. He later retired as president of Stanwick Corporation. He was an avid golfer and a member of the Swindlers Golf Association in Oceana.

JARVIS, Haven Marshall

SWAN QUARTER - Haven "Harry" Marshall JARVIS died July 23, 1954 in Tucson, Arizona. He was born January 20, 1892 in Swan Quarter, Hyde Co., N.C. and was the son of Brock Samuel and Mary Adelaide Harris Jarvis. He enlisted in the U.S. Army at Norfolk, Virginia on January 9, 1915 and was furloughed to the reserves March 18, 1920 at Ft. Kawehaweha, Hawaii. He was employed at the Veterans Hospital in San Francisco, California for five years and two years in Albuquerque, New Mexico before moving to Stockton, California. He operated an automobile dealership there until he moved to Arizona for his health in 1952. He is survived by his widow, Carrie Evelyn Turnbull Jarvis; two daughters: Caroline Adelaide Jarvis Coats of Tripoli, Libya and Ruth Evelyn Jarvis Davison of North Las Vegas, Nevada; and 6 grandchildren. (Unknown newspaper) [Submitted by Caroline Jarvis Coats of Venice, Florida]

JARVIS, Hazel Tolan

ENGELHARD - Hazel Tolan JARVIS, 81, long time resident of Engelhard, died February 27 at her home. She was born in Lowland community, the daughter of the late Homer Stion and Pearl Matilda Ross Tolan. She was the widow of Harry Jackson Jarvis. She was a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church in Belhaven. Surviving are three sons: Harry Glyn Jarvis of Swan Quarter, Wayne Laurin Jarvis of Engelhard and Ralph Eugene Jarvis of Swan Quarter; a daughter, Esther Pearl J. Carden of College Park, Ga.; three brothers: Homer S. Tolan, Jr. of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, Delma R. Tolan and William Frost Tolan, both of Belhaven; three sisters: Evelyn Tolan and Elaine T. Wade, both of Thomasville and Marjorie T. Ratcliffe of Pantego; 14 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 7 great- grandchildren; and 2 step-great-grandchildren. A brother, Hal Elmo Tolan, preceded her in death in 1989. Funeral services were held Monday at the family plot in North Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery on Highway 99, with the Rev. W.L. Brickhouse and Steve Bryan officiating. Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, March 2, 1993)

JARVIS, Jesse Lodwick

SWAN QUARTER - Jesse Lodwick JARVIS, 85, died December 25 at the home of his caregivers and friends, Elerie McLawhorn and Philip Peachey. Born in Hyde County on August 24, 1915, he was the son of the late John W. and Mollie Griffin Jarvis. He was a farmer and fisherman. Surviving are two sisters, Marietta J. McKinney and Nellie J. McKinney, both of Scranton; a brother, David W. Jarvis of Taylors, S.C.; nieces: Mary Ann O'Neal and Larue Brinson; nephews: Wayne, Jimmy and Ronnie McKinney and Jimmy Jarvis. He was preceded in death by a twin sisters, Mollie Annie Jarvis and a brother, John S. Jarvis. Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 27 at Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter. Linwood Adams officiated. Burial followed at the family home place. Pallbearers were Eric Swindell, Chris Swindell, Anthony Swindell, Edmond Swindell, Richard W. Swindell and Philip Peachey, Sr. Arrangements by Bryan Funeral Service in swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Thursday, December 28, 2000; pg. 10A)

JARVIS, Joyce Mills

WILLIAMSTON - Joyce Mills JARVIS, 60, of Hilltop Road, died February 28, 1997. A funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Biggs Funeral Home Chapel in Williamston. (Virginian-Pilot - March 2, 1997; pg. 7B)

JARVIS, Justus Greenwood

SWAN QUARTER - Funeral services for Justus Greenwood JARVIS, 55, were conducted Saturday at 3 p.m. from Calvary Presbyterian Church near Swan Quarter by Rev. Howard Williams and Rev. T. Macon Spencer. Burial was in the Jarvis family cemetery nearby. Mr. Jarvis, who had lived near Swan Quarter practically all of his life, died Thursday afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Burnell Gibbs at Middletown, following an illness of several months. He was born at Swan Quarter, the son of the late Albin and Margaret Bridgman Jarvis. He was a member of Providence Methodist Church in Swan Quarter. During his lifetime, he had been a farmer and a fisherman. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Willa Gordon Jarvis; three daughters: Mrs. Burnell Gibbs of Middletown, and Mrs. Bruce Hodges and Mrs. Cecil Flowers, both of Swan Quarter; two brothers: Heber Jarvis of Augusta, Ga., and Charlie Jarvis of Hemmingway, S.C.; one sister, Mrs. Lillian Jarvis, of Swan Quarter; 6 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. (The Coastland Times - Friday, August 5, 1955; pg. 4)

JARVIS, Martha S.
The Greensboro Patriot - Friday, Nov. 18, 1859; pg. 3

JARVIS, Mollie
The Coastland Times - Friday, Feb. 21, 1958; pg. 2

JARVIS, Ralph Linwood

Mr. Ralph Linwood Jarvis, age 80, a resident of River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Washington, died Thursday, December 10, 2015.  A funeral service will be 2:00 PM Sunday, December 13, 2015 in the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home in Belhaven with James Scheffler officiating.  Burial will be at a later date.  The family will receive friends 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Paul Funeral Home in Belhaven.  Mr. Jarvis was born in Hyde County on October 9, 1935. He was the son of the late Heber Latham Jarvis and Janie Sadler Jarvis.  Survivors include three sons, Ralph Jarvis, Jr., Johnny Jarvis, Wayne Jarvis; a daughter, Patty Lou Palmer; nine grandchildren and one sister, Frances Lilley.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Jarvis is preceded in death by five brothers, Latham Jarvis, Jr., Walter Lee Jarvis, Norwood Jarvis, Heber Jarvis and Ray Jarvis.  Paul Funeral Home of Belhaven is honored to serve the Jarvis family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

JARVIS, Rosalind Shanklin
Raleigh Christian Advocate - Wednesday, December 13, 1882; pg. 6

JARVIS, Sarah Vaughn

FAIRFIELD - Sarah Vaughn JARVIS, 91, of Church Street, died December 31, 1999 at Pungo District Hospital in Belhaven. Born in Hyde County, September 18, 1908, she was the daughter of the late Willie Mack and Nancy Roscoe Vaughn. She was first married to Norfleet Ballance who died in 1934, later was married to Harvey Murl Carawan who died in 1972 and last married to Carlton Jarvis who died in 1984. She was a member of the Fairfield Christian Church. Surviving are three sons: Sidney Murl Carawan and Willie Mack Carawan, Sr., both of Fairfield, and Billy Gene Carawan of El Paso, Texas; a daughter, Maggie B. Hodges of Engelhard; two sisters: Jessie Tolan of Belhaven and Dorothy Lilly of Chesapeake, Va.; 11 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Johnnie Ballance; a grandson, Michael Ballance; a sister, Lula Modlin and two brothers, Willie Mack Vaughn and Vivian Vaughn. Funeral services were held Sunday at Fairfield Christian Church. William W. Booth officiated. Burial followed in Soule Cemetery. Arrangements were by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, January 4, 2000; pg. 5A)

JARVIS, Walter

ENGELHARD - News was received Monday, February 2, 1953, of the death of Walter JARVIS in Washington, N.C. He was 84 and a native of Engelhard, N.C. He was the father of Merritt R. Jarvis of Portsmouth, grandfather of Thomas Bie and great-grandfather of Dorothy Kristen Bie of Portsmouth. Funeral arrangements are pending. (The Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, February 3, 1953) [Submitted by Ann Byrnes LaDue of Norfolk, Va.]

JARVIS, Warren

Warren Jarvis of Milton, FL died on Saturday, March 30, 2013, at the age of 85.  He was born in Hyde County, North Carolina.  In 1955, he married Joan McKenna, and together they adopted two children. After serving in the Navy during WWII, Warren worked for the Veterans Administration, Federal Home Loan Bank Board, Tampa Federal Savings & Loan Association, Sarasota Federal S&L, before becoming President of First Federal S&L of Winter Haven. His civic activities included serving as Salvation Army President, Winter Haven Downtown Council President, United Givers Fund President and STAR Student Program Chairman of the Congressional District. Warren relocated to Milton with Clearwater Federal’s purchase of First Federal S&L of Santa Rosa County. His civic activities included serving as Santa Rosa County Hospital Board of Trustees Chairman, Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Progressive Milton Association President, United Way of Santa Rosa County Board Member. His two greatest passions were astronomy (Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association) and ham radio (Milton Amateur Radio Club). Warren was a thoughtful man with a dry sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. Warren is survived by his wife, Joan and two children, Mark and Karen, grandson, Evan and two sisters: Olive Jones and Kathryn Barnes of Columbia SC. A service organized by Lewis Funeral Home will be held at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church at 11 am, Friday, April 5th. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association and Milton Amateur Radio clubs. A reception will precede the service in the Parish Hall at 9:30 am. Burial will be at Barrancas Cemetery in Pensacola at 1:15 pm.  (Washington Daily News - Friday, April 5, 2013)

JARVIS, Wayne Laurin

ENGELHARD - Wayne Laurin JARVIS, 70, of 19 Summerlin Lane, Engelhard, died Saturday, April 9, 2005, at his home.  Born in Beaufort County, May 23, 1934, he was the son of the late Harry Jackson and Hazel Tolan Jarvis. He was the former owner and operator of Engelhard Fish, Shrimp and Oyster Co. and a veteran of the Korean conflict, having served in the U.S. Navy. He was an active member of the New Life Assembly of God and enjoyed hunting and fishing as his favorite hobbies.  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 12, at the New Life Assembly of God. Pastor Jim Wells will officiate. Burial will follow at Soule Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Emerson Liscum, Michael Gibbs, Vernon Carr, Alex Meadows, Al Schmitt and David Medina.  Surviving are his wife, Olga Jarvis; two daughters, Laura White of Edenton and Lynn J. Carr of Williamsburg, Va.; three stepsons, Robbie Nicholson of Greenville, David Medina and Ricardo Medina, both of the home; two stepdaughters, Cynthia Roberson of Ayden and Cynthia Medina of the home; two brothers, Harry Glyn Jarvis and Ralph E. Jarvis, both of Swan Quarter; a sister, Esther Pearl Liscum of Chincoteague, Va.; two grandchildren and three step-grandchildren.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his former wife, Joyce Mills Jarvis.  The family suggests that memorials be directed to New Life Assembly of God Building Fund, P.O. Box 97, Engelhard, NC 27824.  The family is receiving friends at the home.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter.  (Washington Daily News - April 12, 2005)

JARVIS, William Kent

William Kent Jarvis, 46, of 81 N. C. Highway 45, Swan Quarter, died Thursday, September 4, 2014, at Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC.  Born in Washington, N. C. on November 20, 1967, he was the son of Harry Glyn and Odessa Williams Jarvis. He is survived by his loving wife Karen Thompson Jarvis.  Kent was an entrepreneur owning his own construction company in Florida and most recently he and his wife owned and operated The Hyde Away Café in Swan Quarter, NC.  He was a member of the Swan Quarter Pentecostal Holiness Church and a member of Marked Men for Christ.  Surviving in addition to his wife and parents are two daughters, Victoria Dare Jarvis and Kasidy Lynn Jarvis both of Swan Quarter; step-daughters, Raina Diedrick, Roxanne Diedrick-Yee and Danielle Diedrick all of Florida; a brother, Harry Glyn Jarvis, Jr. of Williamsburg, VA; three sisters, Susan Lynn Mattson and husband, John of Hayes VA, Gwen J. Newman and husband, Eddie of Swan Quarter and Madge J. Williams and husband, Lee of Scranton; step-grandchildren, Tyler Diedrick-Hines, Jada Yee and C.J. Yee.  Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10 a.m. on September 13, 2014 in the Swan Quarter Pentecostal Holiness Church, 14 Academy Street, Swan Quarter. Mike Wheeler, pastor will officiate.  Kentwas a member of Marked Men for Christ and the family requests a memorial donation in lieu of flowers. Memorial donations may be directed to and made payable to, Swan Quarter Pentecostal Holiness Church, P.O. Box 130, Swan Quarter, NC 27885., Swan Quarter.  (Bryan Funeral Service)

JARVIS, Wilson
The Greensboro Patriot - Friday, Nov. 18, 1859; pg. 3

JEFFERIS, Thomas K.

OCRACOKE - Thomas K. JEFFERIS of Ocracoke died Friday, Dec. 7, in a Greenville hospital. He was the husband of Mrs. Elizabeth H. Jefferis of the home. Besides his wife, Mr. Jefferis is survived by one daughter, Elizabeth J. Barlett of London, England; two sons: Lot H. Jefferis of Dickenson, North Dakota and Frank D. Jefferis of Evanston, Ill.; 3 grandsons and 3 granddaughters. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Twiford's Island Chapel, Hatteras, is in charge of arrangements. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, December 11, 1990)

JANETTE [JENNETTE?], Annie Lee
Raleigh Christian Advocate - Wednesday, Aug. 10, 1887; pg. 5

JENNETTE, Benjamin Franklin
North Carolina Christian Advocate - Thursday, March 10, 1910

JENNETTE, Bertie Sawyer
Hyde County Herald - Thursday, Nov. 30, 1944; pg. 1

JENNETT, Carl Clifton
Raleigh Christian Advocate - Wednesday, December 1, 1886; pg. 5

JENNETTE, Charles Edison

Charles Edison Jennette, 77, of 195 Makelyville Road, Scranton and more recently a resident of Cross Creek Health Care Center, died early Saturday, February 23, 2008, at Cross Creek following failing symptoms of Alzheimers Disease.  Born in Hyde County, July 14, 1930, he was the son of the late B. C. and Lily Greene Jennette.  He was married to the former Anne Bowen who preceded him in death.  A resident of Grifton for many years while working with E. I. Dupont Corporation, he returned to his native Makelyville Community after retirement.  He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy, a good neighbor and a good friend to all who knew him.  Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at Eunice Chapel Church of Christ. Phil Emmert will officiate.  Burial will follow in Warner Cemetery.  Surviving are a daughter, Sherian Elaine J. Swindell and her husband, Michael of Scranton; a son, Walter Greene Jennette and wife, Ginger of Stokes; a sister, Wilma J. Blake of Portsmouth, VA; grandchildren, Michael Shannon Swindell of Grandy, Cameron Douglas Swindell of Scranton, Sherian Nicole Swindell of Kill Devil Hills, Joshua Kane  Jennette of Tucson AR and Kristina Leigh Jennette of Roxboro; great-grandchildren, Michael Ian Swindell of Grandy and “Maggie” Margaret Ann Swindell of Scranton.  He was preceded in death by brothers, Walter Horace Jennette, Delbert Greene Jennette, Victor Uriah Jennette; sister, June Marlowe J. Hamilton.  The family will receive friends at Bryan Funeral Service on Monday evening, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and other times at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Swindell, 6959 Sladesville/Credle Road, Scranton.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, February 26, 2008; pg. 10A)

JENNETTE, Charlotte Robinson

Charlotte Robinson Jennette, 91, of 6965 Turnpike Road, The Rose Bay Community, Swan Quarter, died at her home on Friday, July 23, 2010.  Born in Hobucken in Pamlico County, May 1, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Lula Pollard Robinson.  She was married to Garland W. "Ting" Jennette who preceded her in death in 2002.  She graduated from Hobucken School, later graduated from Montreat College in Montreat, N. C., joined the U. S. Navy and served in WAVES until the end of World War II, then entered Appalachian College and later attended East Carolina in Greenville.  After her education endeavors she did work in the field of nutrition within the seafood industry.  She was an active community servant exerting efforts in behalf of the Rose Bay Community Building; faithful to her faith and in the Providence Church which later merged with the congregation of Soule United Methodist Church where she continued to be active in United Methodist Women; served on the Community Advisory Board of Cross Creek Health Care Center and was active in Hyde Chapter 213, Eastern Star.  Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday at the family plot in Pamlico Memorial Gardens in Washington.  Pastor Jerald Craddock and Steve Bryan will officiate.  Suriving are a daughter, Nancy J. Reid and her husband, Russell of the home; a brother, Bert Robinson and wife, Frances of Hobucken.  She was preceded in death by four brothers and a sister.  The family will receive friends at Bryan Funeral Service on Sunday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m and other times at the home.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, July 27, 2010; pg. 10A)

JENNETTE, David Pender
(The Coastland Times - Friday, Sept. 25, 1959; pg. 2)

JENNETTE, Garland Windley "Ting"

Garland Windley "Ting" Jennette, 86, of 6965 Turnpike Road, The Rose Bay Community, Swan Quarter, died Friday evening, August 23, 2002 at Pungo District Hospital in Belhaven.  Born In Hyde County, July 27, 1916, he was the son of the late Jeremiah Manning and Virginia Dare Alcox Jennette.  He graduated from the Swan Quarter School and was married to the former Charlotte Robinson who survives.  He worked as a wholesale distributor of seafood and also farmed.  He was an avid hunter with memberships in several hunting clubs including Rose Bay Hunting Club, Montgomery Hunting Club and Sladesville Hunting Club.  He was a member of Atlantic Lodge AF&AM in Swan Quarter and was a veteran of World War II having served in Iwo Jima with the U.S. Army.  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the gravesite in Pamlico Memorial Gardens, Washington.  Rev. Ken Davenport and Rev. Valerie Ballance will officiate.  Masonic graveside rites will be rendered by Atlantic Lodge AF&AM.  Surviving in addition to his wife is a daughter, Nancy J. Reid of Angier; and several nieces and nephews.  The family will receive friends at Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter, Sunday evening 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and at other times at the home.  (Raleigh News and Observer - Sunday, Aug 25, 2002)  [Obituary kindly submitted by Art Carawan.]

Funeral services were held Monday at the graveside in Pamlico Memorial Gardens, Washington.  The Rev. Ken Davenport and the Rev. Valerie Ballance officiated.  Masonic Graveside Rites were accorded by Atlantic Lodge AF & AM.  Arrangements by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, August 27, 2002; pg. 10A)

JENNETTE, George
The Coastland Times - Tuesday, August 13, 1974; pg. 16

JENNETTE, Harold

Mr. Harold JENNETTE of Washington, died Friday, Dec. 2, 2005, at Britthaven of Washington.  A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday in Mt. Hebron Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ) with Vice Bishop Samuel Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Jennette family cemetery, Bayview.  Mr. Jennette was born Dec. 13, 1925, the son of the late Samuel and Lee Jennette. He attended the Hyde County schools. He was married to Cora W. Jennette, who preceded him in death March 12, 1998. He retired from the N.C. Department of Transportation. He was a member of Mt. Hebron Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ), where he served as chairman of the deacon board, assistant superintendent of the Sunday school and worked for a number of years on the pastor’s aide and beautification committees.  Survivors include two foster children, Debra Hicks and Fred Hicks of Washington; one brother, Henry Jennette of Lincoln, Del.; and two foster grandchildren.  A viewing will be held today from noon to 8:30 p.m. at Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington. The family will receive friends other times at the home.  (Washington Daily News - Wednesday, December 7, 2005)

JENNETT, Hattie Pauline & Vivian Grace
Raleigh Christian Advocate - Thursday, Feb. 4, 1909; pg. 12

JENNETT, child of Jesse
Washington Gazette - Thursday, October 25, 1894; pg. 3

JENNETTE, J.E. [John Edward]

Mr. JENNETTE, assistant keeper of the Gull Shoal light house was drowned on last Monday afternoon. He left a wife and two children, one about 2 years, and the other five months old. Mr. Jennette was from Hatteras. (The Washington Gazette - Thursday, March 5, 1896)

The body found of Mr. J.E. JENNETT, the assistant keeper of Gull Shoal lighthouse. He had been dead since February 17th. Body found near Oregon Inlet and taken to Manteo where his brother lives. (The Washington Gazette - Thursday, June 4, 1896; pg. 3; column 5) [Posted here with kind permission from John H. Oden, III]

JENNETTE, J. [John} Monroe

JENNETTE, Jones Mann

LAKE LANDING - Jones Mann "King" JENNETTE, 86, died Friday, December 30, at his home. He was born February 15, 1908, son of the late Jones Samuel and Lillie Belle Mann Jennette. He was a retired farmer and merchant. Mr. Jennette spent his life, except for 5 years in the military service, on the Jennette ancestral farm at Lake Landing, Hyde County. He was a member of St. George's Episcopal Church. Surviving are a sister, Millicent Jennette Waits of Lake Landing; and 5 nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the family plot in St. George's Episcopal Church Cemetery in Lake Landing. The Rev. Hilary West will officiate. Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, January 1, 1995; pg. 10A)

JENNETTE, Julia Ball

Mrs. Julia Ball JENNETTE, 76, of Pantego, died at the Pingo District Hospital in Belhaven Sunday morning.  Mrs. Jennette was born at Scranton and had lived in the Pantego comminity for 42 years.  She was a member of the Wilkerson Chapel Church of Christ and was married to David P. Jennette.  Surviving, in addition to her husband, are four daughters: Mrs. Clifton Lee of Pantego, Mrs. Otis Brinn of Portsmouth, Va., Mrs. William Shaw of Greenville, and Mrs. Marvin Askew of Plymouth; two sons: Ivia of Washington, N.C. and Mayhew of Pantego; two sisters: Mrs. Dan Fisher of Scranton and Mrs. Tillman Jarvis of Swan Quarter; one brother, Martin Ball of Norfolk, Va.; 21 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Wilkerson Chapel Church of Christ near Pantego conducted by the pastor, Rev. Harold Turner.  Burial followed in the Belhaven Community Cemetery.  (The Coastland Times - Friday, October 3, 1958; pg. 5)

JENNETTE, Lilly B.
The Daily Journal - Sunday, October 15, 1882; pg. 1

JENNETTE, Mrs. Benjamin E. (Louvenia Marie Gibbs Jennette)

MRS. JENNETTE DIES AT AGE 100 - Mrs. Benjamin E. Jennette, age 100, died in her sleep at New Bern, N.C. Saturday morning.  She was a native of Hyde County N.C. and was born October 4, 1868.  She is survived by four daughters and two sons, Mrs. James R. Lockerman, Sr. of Danville; Mrs. Fred A. Thomas of Greensboro. N.C.; Mrs. William L. Coble of New Bern, N.C.; Mrs. Frank M. Young of Fairfield, N.C.  Hubert Jennette and Alton Jennette, both of Raleigh, N.C. and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday at 1 p.m. from the Pollock Funeral Home in New Bern N.C. Interment will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Greensboro N.C.  (The Danville Register [Danville, VA] – Sunday, December 29, 1968; pg. 3B)  From R.S. Spencer: I found her and her husband in Find-A-Grave in Green Hill Cemetery in Greensboro.  Her husband was Benjamin Edgar Jennette.  Also buried in the Jennette plot is the son, Alton M. Jennette b. Feb. 22, 1900  d. Aug. 27, 1983.

JENNETTE, Lutie Boomer

LAKE LANDING - Mrs. Lutie B. JENNETTE, age 104, Hyde County's oldest woman, passed away Thursday, April 7th at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. J.A. Waits, at Lake Landing. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon from Amity Methodist Church at Lake Landing by the pastor, Rev. Angus M. Cameron. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mrs. Jennette was born July 15, 1850, the daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. Sam E. Boomer of Lake Landing. She spent most of her lifetime in Hyde County, having lived for short periods with descendants in Belhaven and Elizabeth City. Survivors include two sons: Jones M. Jennette of Lake Landing and Lawrence Jennette of Elizabeth City; 18 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. (The Coastland Times - Friday, April 15, 1955; pg. 5)

JENNETTE, Lydia Frances Alcox

JENNETTE, Mamie F.  [same as Mary Francis Jennette below]
Raleigh Christian Advocate- Wednesday, September 13, 1893; pg. 7

JENNETTE, Mary Francis
Raleigh Christian Advocate - Wednesday, Aug. 16, 1893; pg. 6

JENNETT, Mehetabel
Raleigh Christian Advocate - Thursday, Nov. 17, 1859; pg. 4

JENNETT, Melville Troy
Lizzie Bonner Scrapbook owned by F. Thomas Carmine, Jr.

JENNETTE, Rena Sparrow
The Coastland Times - Friday, March 19, 1943; pg. 1

JENNETTE, Robert
Unknown newspaper - circa May 1919
From the Lizzie Bonner Scrapbook owned by Thomas Carmine
NOTE: Tombstone birth date is Dec. 9, 1853

JENNETTE, Robert Eugene

GREENVILLE - Robert Eugene JENNETTE, 56, formerly of Engelhard, died Sunday, May 12, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville.  Born in Virginia, he was the son of Hila Jones Jennette Johnson and the late Eugene Dill Jennette.  He served in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1965 and was a building contractor.  Surviving are his mother, Hila J. Johnson of Greenville; a son, Bobby Jennette of Greenville; a daughter, Gretchen J. Brown of Saluda, Va.; a brother, Thomas Jennette of Engelhard; and two grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the family plot at St. George's Episcopal Church Cemetery, Lake Landing in Hyde County.  The Rev. Tom Midyette of Greenville will officiate.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, May 14, 1996; pg. 16A)

JENNETTE, Sarah Belle
Washington Daily News - February 19, 2015

JENNETTE, T.H. (Thomas Henry)

JENNETTE, Victor Uriah

Victor Uriah JENNETTE, 72, of 490 Makelyville Road, Scranton, died Monday, October 22, 2007 at UNC Hospital/Medical Center, Chapel Hill.  Born in Hyde County, January 31, 1935, he was the son of the late B. C. “Papa B” and Lillie Green Jennette.  He worked for many years in textiles with Dupont Corp. where he retired at the age of 50.  Following his retirement he devoted his time to helping people in the community demonstrating his heart for others.  He was presently serving as  vice-president of the Hyde County Historical and Genealogical Society and attended Epworth United Methodist Church in the Sladesville Community.  Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Warner Cemetery on Loop Road. The Reverend Valerie Ballance and Steve Bryan will officiate.  Surviving are his wife of almost 49 years, Kay Paul Jennette; a son, Victor Uriah Jennette, Jr. and his wife, Tammy of Grifton; a daughter, Cindy J. Cole and her husband, Stacy of Kinston; a brother, Charles Jennette, a resident at Cross Creek Health Care Center in Swan Quarter; a sister, Wilma J. Blake of Portsmouth, VA; three grandchildren, Krystal Nicole Jennette, Collin Uriah Jennette and Shana Miller; a special niece, Norma Jean Blake Mello of East Freetown, Mass.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Walter Horace Jennette and Delbert G. Jennette; a sister, June Marlowe Hamilton.  The family will receive friends at Bryan Funeral Service on Wednesday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and at other times at the home.  (Bryan Funeral Service obituary posted Thursday, October 25, 2007)

JENNETTE, Wanda Weston

Wanda Weston Jennette, 76, of Engelhard died, Monday, February 1, 2021, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital, Washington.  Mrs. Wanda was born in Hyde County on February 29, 1944.  She was the daughter of the late Palmer Swindell and Eunice Blake. She was married to Tommy Jennette who survives.  She enjoyed reading, fishing, watching basketball, the beauty of the outdoors, and gathering with friends while sharing a cup of coffee at Jesse’s store in Engelhard.  A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 4, 2021, at the family plot in Fulford Cemetery. Pastor Jerald Craddock will officiate.  In addition to her husband surviving are three sons; Leon Gibbs, Richard Gibbs, and Jeffrey Gibbs all of Engelhard; one daughter, Yvette Gibbs of Engelhard; nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by a son, Michael John Gibbs, a brother, Richard Weston, and a sister Barbara Gibbs.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  In keeping with COVID19 guidelines face masks and social distancing is suggested for all attending the visitation and the service.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  (Bryan Funeral Home)

JENNETTE, William Shaw
The Independent (Elizabeth City, N.C.) - Friday, February 18, 1921; pg. 6

JEANNETTE / JENNETTE, William Wallace

JENNINGS, Christine Cox

Mrs. Christine Cox Jennings, 78, died Wednesday morning, Nov. 1, 2000, at the Brian Care Center in Winston-Salem. Mrs. Jennings was born March 29, 1922, in Engelhard, Hyde County, to the late Roy Starr and Lucy Williams Cox. She attended Chowan College and worked at Camp Davis during World War II. After that she moved to Durham, where started a public stenographer business and was secretary for the Durham Jaycees. She and her husband, Kenneth Jennings, met and were married there in 1947, and moved to Winston-Salem in 1958. She was a homemaker and worked in her husband's architectural firm in Reynolda Village as secretary and bookkeeper for 14 years. During that time she established and operated the Village Soda Shop. She is survived by her devoted husband of Winston-Salem; a son, K.B. "Ken" Jennings Jr. and wife Cindy of Winston-Salem; and two daughters, Cindy Jennings and husband Bob Livingstone of Blacksburg, Va., and Amy Jennings and husband Bob Briggs and their children, Elizabeth, Sammy and Emily Briggs of Spokane, Wash. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, at Centenary United Methodist Church, by the Rev. Roland T. Barnhardt and the Rev. B Edward Ritter. The family will receive friends after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Centenary United Methodist Church in her name. (Winston-Salem Journal - November 2, 2000)  [Submitted by Lucinda Jennings]

JERNIGANS, India Burrus

FAIRFIELD - India Burrus JERNIGANS, 78, of Route #1, died December 31. Funeral services were set for 2 p.m. Saturday in Star of Zion Disciples Church. Rowsom Funeral Home in Columbia is in charge. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, January 5, 1997)

JOHNSON, Andrew
(The Coastland Times - Tuesday, August 15, 1989; pg. 10A)

JOHNSON, Sr., Charlie Randolph

MANTEO- Charlie Randolph JOHNSON, SR., died Monday, April 6.  He was the son of the late Henry Vanderbilt Johnson, Sr. and Mrs. Belle S. Johnson.  He was born in Alligator on July 25, 1941, raised in Engelhard and spent his formative years working for D.O.T. while settling in Manteo.  Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Belle S. Johnson of Engelhard; son, Charlie Randolph Johnson, Jr. of Manteo; and daughter-in-law, Anthonette; two sisters, Jacqueline Faye and Vanessa Ann, both of Engelhard; and one brother, Henry Vanderbilt Johnson, Jr. of Raleigh; one sister-in-law, Charlotte; and granddaughters: Aricah, Rayah, Danette and Destiny; and grandson, Daniel; and the soon-to-be Johnson twins; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends; ex-wife and her children.  Funeral services will be at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Engelhard on Saturday, April 11 at 1 p.m.  Funeral arrangements are by Rowsom Funeral Home.  (The Coastland Times - Thursday, April 9, 2009; pg. 10A)

JOHNSON, Elder Emanuel Leaman

ENGELHARD - Elder Emanuel Leaman JOHNSON, 87, a resident of Engelhard, N.C., died Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2004 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital.  A funeral service will be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. at Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Emanuel Benson officiating.  Burial will follow in the Spencer Cemetery in Engelhard.  Elder Johnson was born in Hyde County on Feb. 27, 1917 to the late Leaman Johnson and Melissa McCuller Johnson. He attended the Governor Morehead School for the Blind. Upon completion of his studies, he attended Shaw University Divinity School in Raleigh, N.C.  He was an ordained minister of the Washington-Norfolk District Assembly Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ).  Survivors are: one daughter, Ruthell Howard of Arlington, Va.; one son, Ralphell Howard of Brooklyn, N.Y.; four sons-in-kind, Archie Howard and Pompey Howard, both of Brooklyn, N.Y., Lester Howard of Aurora, N.C., and Eugene Howard of Accokeek, Md.; a devoted friend and companion, Isa Howard of Engelhard; and a devoted cousin, Claude Mann of Brooklyn, N.Y.  The family will receive friends at the home.  Arrangements are by Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home.  (Washington Daily News - Saturday, October 2, 2004)

JOHNSON, Ernestine

Ms. Ernestine Johnson, 67, died Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008, at Calvary Hospital in Bronx, N.Y. A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday in Saint Lydia Baptist Church, Swan Quarter, with the Rev. Moore officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  Ms. Johnson was born March 10, 1940, the daughter of the late Columbus and Viola Johnson. She attended the Hyde County Schools at Engelhard and graduated from Liberal Christian School in Bronx, N.Y. She further her education at Manhattan Community College, Hunter College, Lehman College and the Gibson School of Modeling and Charm, graduating on April 11, 1969. She was employed with the New York Board of Education as a counselor prior to her retirement.  Survivors include two sisters, Myra Claggett of Portsmouth, Va., and Marion Johnson of Engelhard; three brothers, Pernell Johnson, Andrew Johnson and William Henry Johnson; goddaughter, Khaliah Johnson of Engelhard; and six brothers, Sammie Johnson of Engelhard, Columbus Johnson, Prentis Johnson and Bradley Johnson, all of Bronx, N.Y., John Johnson of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Busie Shelton of Fairbanks, Alaska.  She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.  The family will receive friends at the home of her sister, Marion Johnson, 36 Slocum Lane, Engelhard.  Arrangements are by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington.  (Washington Daily News - Thursday, February 21, 2008)

JOHNSON, Henry Vanderbilt

ENGELHARD - Henry Vanderbilt JOHNSON, 70, died Aug. 14 in his home. Mr. Johnson was born in Columbia. He had retired from the Army after 27 years. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Belle Johnson; two daughters: Jacqueline Johnson and Vanessa Johnson, both of Engelhard; two sons: Charlie Johnson of Manteo and Henry Johnson of Tarboro; three sisters: Nola Bailey and Daisy Leary, both of Columbia, and Mary Johnson of New York City; 11 grandchildren and a great- grandchild. Funeral services were held Sunday in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church by the Rev. C.R. Anthony. Burial was in Brown Memorial Cemetery. Rowsom Funeral Home, Columbia, handled arrangements. (The Coastland Times - August 20, 1991)

JOHNSON, Hettie Marie Tolson

OCRACOKE - Hettie Marie Tolson Johnson, 57, of Sarah Ellen Lane, died June 26, 2007, in Heritage Hospital surrounded by her family and many friends. She was a loving mother and friend, a cosmetologist by trade and an expert gardener, artist, herbalist and spiritual healer by passion. She was the daughter of the late David "Sonny Boy" Tolson and Geraldine O’Neal Tolson of Ocracoke. She was preceded in death by her brother, Mack "Doodle" Tolson. An informal memorial service will be conducted today at 7 p.m. in the Oak City Baptist Church in Oak City, N.C., with the Rev. Chris Shelton officiating. The visitation, in the fellowship hall, will immediately follow the service. A memorial service will be held on Ocracoke at a date and time to be announced. She is survived by her husband, James B. "Jake" Johnson of the home; two daughters, Rebecka Leigh Johnson of Maui, Hawaii, and Heather Marie Johnson of Ocracoke; one son, James David Johnson of Ocracoke; two brothers, Howard "Catbird" Tolson and wife Sarah of Buxton and David Tolson and wife Tammy of Ocracoke; four nephews, Neil "Tuna" Tolson of Buxton, Matthew "Catbird Jr." Tolson and Casey Tolson, both of Ocracoke and Duane Dugger of Mississippi; and one niece, Carol Ann Peterson of Virginia Beach.  Arrangements are by Shingleton Funeral Home of Wilson, N.C.   (The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, June 28, 2007)

JOHNSON, Hila Jennette

GREENVILLE - Hila Jennette JOHNSON died Monday, March 31 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital.  Mrs. Johnson, a native of Beaufort County, attended Business College in Norfolk, Va. where she met and married her husband, Eugene Jennette and lived in Virginia Beach where they raised two sons.  Mr. Jennette died in January 1962.  She moved to Greenville in 1963 where she met Dennis Johnson and married in 1966.  She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church.  Surviving are one son, Thomas C. Jennette of Engelhard; a step-son, Dennis Johnson of Arlington, Va.; 2 granddaughters, 2 grandson and 6 great-grandchildren; a sister, Vida Everett of Belhaven; and a brother, Elbert Jones of Pantego.  She was preceded in death by a son, Robert E. Jennette and two sisters, June Dunbar and Rosa Chaplin.  Funeral services were held Wednesday at the family plot in St. George's Episcopal Church Cemetery in Engelhard.  The Rev. Thomas Midgette officiated.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter.  (The Coastland Times - Thursday, April 3, 2003; pg. 10A)

JOHNSON, Jamie Lynn

TYRRELL COUNTY - Jamie Lynn JOHNSON, 23, died on September 3, 1998 as a result of a tragic automobile accident in Hyde County. She was born in Chowan County and was the daughter of James Michael Johnson and Sylvia Hollis Johnson Padron, both of Tyrrell County. She was a member of Sound Side Missionary Baptist Church and and employed as a housekeeper at the Tan-A-Rama Motel in Kill Devil Hills. Besides her parents she is survived by a son: James Kyle Johnson; a sister: Carie Marie Johnson; and her grandfather: Walter Davenport. Burial was at Sound Side Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Tyrrell County. (Tyrrell Tides Newsletter - September 1998--with permission from Jimmy Fleming, Editor)

JOHNSON, Linda Davis

Mrs. Linda Davis Johnson, age 66, a resident of Washington, NC, died Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Vidant Inpatient Hospice of Greenville, NC.  Funeral services will be private.  Mrs. Johnson was born in Hyde County on June 16, 1947 to the late Jasper R. Davis and Edna Cuthrell Davis.  On December 21, 1974, she married Dr. Donald Carl Johnson, who survives.  Mrs. Johnson was a graduate of the East Carolina University School of Nursing.  In addition to her husband, Mrs. Johnson is survived by two brothers: Bobby Davis and wife Shirley of Virginia Beach, Virginia and Jack Davis and wife Jimmie of Rockledge, Fla., three sisters: Joan D. Russ and husband Wayne of Bath, NC, Dorothy D. DePorter and husband Bob of Louisville, KY and Nancy D. Christian and husband Bill of Lumberton, NC, three stepchildren: Dr. Michael D. Johnson and wife Debbie of Goldsboro, NC, Marilyn J. Daw and husband Ronnie of Washington, NC and Sandra J. Asby and husband Harley of Washington, NC, eight step grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Johnson is preceded in death by a sister: Geneva Mason.  Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Johnson family.  (Paul Funeral Home)

JOHNSON, Thomas Harris

ELIZABETH CITY - Thomas Harris JOHNSON, 95, of W. Ehringhaus St., died May 19 in a hospital. Mr. Johnson, a native of Hyde County, was the son of the late Algin and Nancy Harris Johnson. Survivors include three daughters: Nancy Sawyer of Elizabeth City and Lena McDonald and Elizabeth Williams, both of South Mills; 16 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and 17 great-great-grandchildren. The funeral will be conducted at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday in Twiford's Memorial Chapel by the Revs. Wiley Godfrey and Steve Jones. Burial will be in Memory Gardens Cemetery. (The Coastland Times - Tuesday, May 22, 1990; pg. 9A)

JOHNSON, Viola Gibbs

ENGELHARD - Mrs. Viola Gibbs JOHNSON, 89, of Engelhard, died Monday, May 3, 2004, at her home.  A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church in Engelhard. Burial will follow in St. Lydia Cemetery in Swan Quarter.  Johnson was born May 24, 1914, in Hyde County. She was the daughter of the late Pauline Lacus Gibbs and the late Lem Gibbs Sr. She attended public schools in Hyde County. She was a member of United Full Gospel Revival Center in Plymouth. In December 1935, she married Columbus Johnson who preceded her in death on Dec. 8, 1996.  Survivors include six sons, Sammy Johnson of Engelhard, Columbus Johnson Jr. and Johnnie Johnson, both of New York, N.Y., Prentis Johnson and Bradsley Johnson, both of Bronx, N.Y., and Buzie Shelton of Alaska; three daughters, Ernestine Johnson of Bronx, N.Y., Myra Claggett of Portsmouth, Va., and Marion Johnson of Engelhard; a brother, Lem Gibbs of New York; 54 grandchildren; and 52 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by three sons, William Henry Johnson, Andrew Johnson and Pernell Johnson; and two step-daughters, Francis Benston and Pearlie Young.  The family will receive friends at the home.  Arrangements are by Randolph Funeral Home, 219 N. Bonner St., Washington.  (Washington Daily News - Sunday, May 9, 2004)

JOLLIFF, Laura Blanche Howard

Laura Blanche Howard Jolliff, 98, of Ocracoke, NC died Thursday, April 26, 2018, at Spring Arbor of the Outer Banks. A native of Ocracoke Island, she was born December 8, 1919, to the late Elizabeth Ballance Howard and Stacy Howard.  A lifelong member of Ocracoke United Methodist Church, Blanche worked as a clerk for the United States Postal Service.  Blanche is survived by three nephews, Frankie Garrish, Wilson Garrish, and Perry Wahab; and numerous great and great-great-nieces and nephews. Along with parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Guthrie Jolliff; sisters, Lela Grafton Howard, Lois Ann Howard Wahab, and Etta Mae Howard Garrish; a brother, Kenneth Lawrence Howard; a niece, Virginia Wahab Daulton; and a nephew, Roy Wahab.  A funeral will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at Ocracoke United Methodist Church with Pastor Richard Bryant officiating. Burial will follow at the Howard Family Cemetery.  Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements.  (Twiford Funeral Home)

JOLLY, Gladys Brosch
The Coastland Times - Thursday, Sept. 10, 1981; pg. 11A

JOLLY, Helen A. Dubock

GULROCK - Helen A. Dubock JOLLY, 90, of Gulrock Community, Engelhard, died Tuesday, September 17 at Sentara Nursing Home in Barco (Currituck Co.).  Helen, a native of New York, was born to the late Robert William and Maud Markham Dubock.  In 1932 she moved to Hyde County with her husband, the late Leonard Jolly, making Gulrock her home.  Her love for the history and people of the county led her to write articles for the local newspapers (including The Coastland Times) concerning them.  She was associated with the Laymen's Home Missionary Movement and active in home Bible studies.  Survivors include her daughter, Ruth J. Wilson of Manteo; one grandson, Stephen J. Wilson of Ocracoke; one granddaughter, Anna Wilson of Manteo; and one great-granddaughter, Josephine Anne Wilson of Manteo.  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 at Bethany United Methodist Church in Gulrock with Pastor Valerie Ballance and David Lounsbury, Jr. of Chester Springs, Pa. officiating.  Burial will follow in the Brooks Cemetery.  Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter is handling arrangements.  (The Coastland Times - Thursday, September 19, 2002; pg. 11A)

JONES, Avner Warren
July 21, 1949 - February 14, 2018

Avner Warren Jones, “Whatcha Know Good”, 68, of the Gull Rock Community, Engelhard, died, Wednesday, February 14, 2018.  Born in Beaufort County he was the son of the late, Bill Jones, Sr and Lucille Sadler Jones. Avner worked in the Seafood industry for over forty years. His unique character made him one of a kind. Engelhard and Far Creek will not be the same without Avner’s big heart. He liked to play jokes on people and was an avid deer hunter.  Per his request no services are scheduled at this time.  Surviving is a son, Adam Travis Jones and wife, Regina of Engelhard; a daughter, Ginger J. Byrd and husband, George of Gull Rock, one grandson, Brian Byrd; a brother, Charlie Jones and wife, Carolyn, of Fairfield; two sisters; Sue Harper and husband, Bobby of Bath and Cathy Ireland and husband, Robbie of Engelhard.  He was preceded in death by a brother, Myron E. Jones, Jr.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  (Bryan Funeral Home)

JONES, Burlie

JONES, Cecil O.

PORTSMOUTH, VA. - Cecil O. JONES, 83, of Ferebee Ave. died Aug. 10, 1997, in Hampton. A native of Ponzer, N.C., he was employed by Royster Fertilizer Co. Survivors include his wife, Earline Jones; daughter, Gayle J. Riddick and her husband, George, of Williamsburg; son, Ronnie Wade Jones and his wife, Charlotte, of Portsmouth; two sisters, Ina Gibbs of Swan Quarter, N.C., and Meredith Sawyer of Ponzer; three grandchildren, Georgia Kummerle, Gina Dubuisson and Ronnie W. Jones Jr.; and 2 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, today from 6 to 8 p.m. and other times at 719 Brunswick Road, Portsmouth. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. (Virginian-Pilot - Tuesday, August 12, 1997; pg. 8B)

JONES, Dr. E. H.

RALEIGH - Funeral services for Dr. E.H. JONES, retired Hyde County physician, were conducted yesterday morning from the home of his son, O.V. Jones, at 620 Wills Forest Street, by Rev. C.K. Proctor, superintendent of the Oxford Orphanage, and Dr. Milton A. Barber, rector of Christ Church in Raleigh. Masonic rites were conducted at the grave by the William G. Hill Lodge. A quartet from Edenton Street Methodist Church sang "Rock of Ages" and Abide With Me." Dr. Jones, who died in his 89th year, is survived by four children: Mrs. E.M. Wright of Oxford, Mrs. I. Peele of Goldsboro, Mrs. J.M. Wright of Mt. Olive, and O.V. Jones of Raleigh; one brother, C.A. Jones of Norfolk; and 12 grandchildren. Out-of -town relatives here for the funeral were C.A. Jones and children, Mrs. Clyde Rutter, Leslie Jones and Dr. Vance Jones, all of Norfolk; Mrs. Bob Tunnell, Mrs. Staten Howard and Miss Lucy Berry, all of Swan Quarter; Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Fetner and Miss Mary Louise Wright, all of Hamlet. Pallbearers were H.A. Fetner, J.L. Cuthrell, J.S. Filghum, Eugene Arnold, Alphonso Lloyd and Charles G. Matthews. (Unknown newspaper - April 1934) [Submitted by Merlin S. Berry of Gambrills, Md.]

JONES, Earline Gibbs

JONES, Elizabeth Fisher

Mrs. Elizabeth Fisher Jones, 95, of Fairfield and most recently a resident of Cross Creek Health Care Center, died Sunday April 10, 2016.  Born in Hyde County, August 27, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Morgan and Annie Juanita Young Fisher. She was married to H. Carlyle Jones, Jr., who preceded her in death.  She was a member of the Fairfield United Methodist Church, a member of the former Order of the Eastern Star Hyde County Chapter. She loved Hyde County and its people.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday April 12, 2016, at the family plot in Fairfield Cemetery. Pastor Joshua Horne will officiate.  Surviving is a son, Michael Fisher Jones of Chesterfield VA; a daughter in law, Mary Deans Jones of Raleigh; six grandchildren, Thomas Carlyle Jones, Jr., Anna Lee Zoller, Elizabeth Christensen, Laura Deans Munn, Julie Neal Jones and Michael Fisher Jones, Jr.  She was preceded in death by a son Thomas Carlyle Jones.  The family sends their heartfelt appreciation to the staff of Cross Creek Health Care Center, for the compassionate care provided in her final years.  The Family will receive friends Monday evening from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter.  (Bryan Funeral Service)

JONES, Elma Brinn

VIRGINIA BEACH - Elma Brinn Jones, 89, died Saturday Oct. 16, 2010. She was born Nov. 16, 1920 to Pearl J. and James S. Brinn in Hyde County, North Carolina. She moved to the Tidewater area when she married. Elma was a member of the Laurel Avenue Church of Christ in Chesapeake for 63 years. For many of those years, she taught youth Sunday school class and was active in the Ladies Ministries. She was predeceased by her husband, Dewey W. Jones and her son, Dewey A. Jones. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Shelby Jones Bennett and husband James of Virginia Beach and Ruth Jones Headen and husband Todd of Kentwood, Mich.; two grandsons, Jeff Bennett and wife Lisa of Powder Springs, Ga., and Derek Jones and wife Megan of Virginia Beach; two great-granddaughters, Madison and Macy Bennett of Powder Springs. A visitation will be held Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 4889 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. A celebration of life will be held Wednesday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. at Avalon Church of Christ, 844 Woodstock Road, Virginia Beach, VA.  (Virginian-Pilot - Monday, October 18, 2010)

JONES, Flossie Midgette

ENGELHARD - Flossie Midgette JONES, 98, died Monday, September 4, at Pungo District Hospital. Born in Hyde County, June 24, 1902, she was the daughter of the late Charlie and Addie Brinn Midgette. She was a member of Middletown Christian Church and was the widow of Elbert Randolph Jones who died June 3, 1960. Surviving are her daughter, Marceline Jones Sears of the home; five grandchildren: Myron Edwin Jones, Jr. of Brunswick, Ga., Avner Warren Jones of Engelhard, Sue Jones Harper of Belhaven, Cathy Jones Ireland and Charlie Randolph Jones, both of Engelhard; a daughter-in-law, Lucille S. Jones of Engelhard; two sisters: Evy Midgette and Hylan Russ, both of Pantego; 14 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death in addition to her husband were a son, Myron Edwin Jones, Sr. on January 3, 1981; a son-in-law, Frank William Sears on December 8, 1995; a great-great-grandson, Zachary Taylor Jones; brothers: Norflet Midgette, Alva Midgett and Jule Midgette; and sisters: Aileen Midgette, Clearine Doscher and Amy Ratcliff. Funeral services were held Sept. 6 at Engelhard Christian Church. Scott Sukeforth and Steve Byran officiated. Burial followed in Middletown Christian Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Bryan Funeral Service in Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Thursday, September 7, 2000; pg. 12A)

JONES, Franklin D.

ENGELHARD - Franklin D. JONES, 52, died October 30, 1993. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. today in Mount Pilgrim Disciples Church of Christ in Engelhard, N.C. Rowsom Funeral Homes in Columbia, N.C. is in charge. (Virginian-Pilot - November 6, 1993; pg. 2D)

JONES, George William "Bill"

Islander Bill Jones, 78, died on Jan. 28 in Vidant Hospital, Greenville, after suffering a fall on Ocracoke Island.  His wife and sons were with him, and he died peacefully. Everyone who knew him loved him and he loved us all.  He was the husband of Lida Inge Wylie Jones.  George William “Bill” Jones, Jr. was born on December 13, 1944, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late George and Alice Jones.  Bill grew up in Talladega, Alabama. He attended (and loved) Indian Springs High School in Pelham, Alabama. He received a bachelor’s degree from Davidson College, a Master of Divinity from Columbia Seminary, and a Doctor of Divinity from Louisville Seminary.  Bill met Lida on a blind date when they were sophomores in college. They married after graduation and took a six-week road trip to California and back. That was the beginning of 54 wonderful years of marriage.  Bill served as a pastor at Waverly Road Presbyterian Church (Kingsport, Tenn.), Covenant Presbyterian Church (Johnson City, Tenn.), and Balmoral Presbyterian Church (Memphis, Tenn.). He taught a faith of tolerance for all people no matter who they were or what they believed. He touched countless lives with his love and grace.  After 31 years in the ministry, Bill retired and began a part-time career as a storyteller. His stories will be available soon for all to hear on YouTube at the channel “Bill Jones, Storyteller.”  In 1999, Bill and Lida attended a storytelling workshop with Donald and Merle Davis on Ocracoke.  They fell in love with the island and moved there in 2007. Although they enjoyed trips off the island, a big smile and a sense of peace came over Bill every time he boarded the ferry back to Ocracoke. He loved walks on the beach, sunsets, island birds, and, most of all, the community.  As a teenager, Bill took his first backcountry canoe trip in the Quetico boundary waters. He loved it so much he returned many times to lead groups through Outward Bound school and took numerous friends and family members over the years. His last canoe trip was in 2019 with his sons and his granddaughter, Shannon.  Movies gave him great joy. He cataloged more than 12,000 movies that he watched over his lifetime and passed this passion on to his children.  Music was a big part of Bill’s life. He sang in the male chorus and the Lamplighters quartet at Davidson and was a member of each church’s choir where he loved to sing “O Holy Night” on Christmas Eve.  He enjoyed Christmas music and also Spike Jones, Ella Fitzgerald, Dean Martin, Molasses Creek, Everly Brothers, Coyote, John McCutcheon, Chet Atkins, Johnny Mathis, Chad Mitchell Trio, Jimmy Durante, Martin Garrish and an endless list of artists. Christopher and David have both played in bands and music is a huge part of their lives.  Bill loved books and introduced his children to “The Hobbit,” “The Lord of the Rings,” “Watership Down” and other stories that show how the world is full of magic and wonder. Geoff recently began a career as an author, and Bill was his most supportive and devoted fan.  The love that Bill and Lida shared for one another is beyond measure. They shared laughter, joy and comfort. They took care of each other. Together, they made the world a better place.  Bill / Dad / Mr. Jones / Papa / “Tantese” will be remembered by all as a gentle, kind, loving, and joyful man.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons (Geoff, Christopher, David) and their families. Geoff, Erin, Shannon (17) and Sydney (14) live near Denver. Christopher, Sharon, Alex (16) and Owen (13) live near Boston. David and Jennifer live in San Francisco. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and an extended family he loved dearly.  A celebration of Bill’s life is planned for March 26 on Ocracoke.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to one of the following:

    ARTS - Storytelling and music drew Bill and Lida to Ocracoke. Bill sponsored and volunteered at the Ocrafolk festival and loved the Latino festival. Both events are run by Ocracoke Alive.  https://www.ocracokealive.org/donate.html

    HISTORY - Bill volunteered at the Ocracoke Preservation Society museum. He loved connecting with visitors and sharing the history of the island. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VV7PMLEUX7NZQ

    EDUCATION - Bill volunteered at Ocracoke School and shared his love of learning with students on the island. Charlotte Castro was the daughter of dear friends Marcy Brenner and Lou Castro. When Charlotte passed away in 2010, Lida and Bill started the “Charlotte Castro Scholarship Fund” for Ocracoke School seniors to support her memory. Keeping this tradition alive would honor him.  Make checks payable to “Ocracoke School” with a memo: “Charlotte Castro Scholarship Fund.” Mail to Ocracoke School, PO Box 189, Ocracoke, NC 27960.

    HEALTH - The Ocracoke Health Center does an amazing job caring for residents and visitors, including those who struggle to afford health care. Bill often said the doctor and staff were the best he ever knew, and he would love to help keep them going strong.  Make checks payable to “Ocracoke Health Center” with a memo: “contribution in honor of Bill Jones.”  Mail to Ocracoke Health Center, PO Box 543, Ocracoke, NC 27960

JONES, Henry C.
The Coastland Times - Friday, November 29, 1963; pg. 3

JONES, Herbert S. Jr.

ENGELHARD - Herbert S. JONES, JR., 65, of Dunnellow, Fla. died Sept. 17 in a Crystal River Florida Hospital. He had moved to Florida from Virginia Beach, Va. four years ago. A native of Rockville, Colo., he was the son of the late Herbert S. and Mary F. Jayne Jones. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, he served in World War II and the Korean Conflict and was a retired employee of the U.S. Postal Service. He attended the First Assemblies of God Church in Dunnellow. Funeral services were set for 3:30 p.m. Saturday in Engelhard United Methodist Church with the Rev. Gladys Williford, pastor, to officiate. Burial will follow in Fulford Cemetery. Surviving are his wife, June Neal Jones, formerly of Engelhard; a son, S. Neal Jones of Williamsburg, Va.; two daughters: Valarie J. Taylor of Kingston, Tenn. and Robin J. Dempster of Indian Rock Beach, Fla.; three brothers: Jack W. Jones of Colorado Springs, Colo., Richard Bunn and Jake Bunn, both of California; three sisters: Rita J. Chiles of Denver, Colo., Josephine J. Gianzero of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Sue J. Cagle of California; and 9 grandchildren. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall of the church from 2:30 p.m. until the hour of the funeral on Saturday. Arrangements by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter. (The Coastland Times - Sunday, September 22, 1991)

JONES, Hertford
The Hyde County Herald - Thursday, May 24, 1956; pg. 1

JONES, Josephine
Washington Progress - Tuesday, April 16, 1889; pg. 3

JONES, Julie Neal
January 31, 1972 – December 20, 2018

Julie Neal Jones, 46, of Manteo, died, Thursday, December 20, 2018. Born in Richmond, VA, she was the daughter of Michael Fisher Jones and Patricia “Patty” Neal Jones who survive.  Julie was a member of the Church of the Outer Banks Church where she recently was baptized.  She loved her church, music, and art.  Prior to her return to North Carolina, she resided in New Orleans for 20 years, where she enjoyed the culture. She was a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in Social Work and a master’s in Special Education from the University of New Orleans. Julie’s charity work allowed her to travel the world sharing her love for people with others.  A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 23, 2018, at the family plot in Fulford Cemetery. Joey Fitzgerald and Jerald Craddock will officiate.  In addition to her mother and father, surviving is a brother, Michael Fisher Jones, Jr. of Kill Devil Hills; two aunts, Mary Margaret Gill and husband, Larry of Swan Quarter and Mary Deans Jones of Raleigh and eight cousins.  She was preceded in death by two uncles, Pete Neal, and Thomas Jones.  The family will receive friends immediately following the service.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  Bryan Funeral Home)

JONES, June Neal

June Neal Jones, 84, formerly of Engelhard and more recently residing in Tennessee, died on Monday, August 26, 2013, at Hospice House in Williamsburg, VA where she became ill while visiting.  Born in Hyde County, June 22, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Harold Jones and Mamie Ruth Payne Neal.  She was married to Herbert Steven Jones, Jr. who preceded her in death in 1991. Mrs. Jones was a dedicated Christian and worked in prior years with The FBI, Christian Broadcasting Network and served as a volunteer with God’s Spiritual Network for Addiction while living in Florida and served wives and children who were abused.  She loved to read and study the Holy Bible, enjoyed gardening, and had a passion for history and the heritage of Hyde County.  She also had a love for animals.  Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday at Soule United Methodist Church, Swan Quarter.  Pastor Jerald Craddock will officiate.  Burial will follow in Fulford Cemetery, Engelhard. Surviving are a son, Steven Neal Jones, and wife, Stephanie of Williamsburg, VA;  two daughters, Valerie Jones Taylor and husband, Ronald of Kingston, TN  And Robin Jones Dempster of Chattanooga TN; seven grandchildren, Kristan, Timothy, Rachel, Allison, Christopher, Ashley and Lindsey; eight great-grandchildren.  She was also preceded in death by a sister, Geraldine Neal Ballance.  The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  (Bryan Funeral Service)

JONES, Lucille Sadler

Lucille Sadler Jones, 89, of Engelhard, died Friday, August 19, 2016, at her residence.  Born in the community of Rose Bay, May 4, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Charlie R. and Pearl Harris Sadler. She was married to Bill Jones, Sr., who preceded her in death.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am. Monday, August 22, 2016 at the family plot in Soule Cemetery. Rev. C.L. Reynolds and Steve Bryan will officiate.  Surviving are two sons, Avner Jones of Gull Rock, Charlie Jones and wife Carolyn of Fairfield; two daughters, Sue J. Harper and husband Bobby of Bath, Cathy J. Ireland and husband Robbie of Engelhard; 12 grandchildren, Eddie Jones, Benny Jones, Ginger Byrd, Adam Jones, Scott Harper, Michael Harper, Robbie J. Ireland, Joseph Ireland, Edwin Spencer, Ricky Spencer and Keri Hodges; thirty one great grandchildren; four great- great grandchildren; a brother, Travis Sadler and wife Chris of Washington; eight nephews; five nieces and her special friend and caretaker, Wanda Blunt.  She was preceded in death by a son Myron E. Jones, Jr.; a great grandson Zachary Jones; four brothers, Robert Lee Sadler, Gaston Bell Sadler, Lindsey Warren Sadler and Mac Deree Sadler; two sisters, Hazel Worthman and Kathleen McKinney.  The family will receive friends immediately following the service.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  (Bryan Funeral Home)

JONES, Masil Cutrell

PORTSMOUTH - Masil Cutrell Jones, 88, a former long time resident of Portsmouth, departed this life May 10, 2011. Born Oct. 26, 1922 in Hyde County, North Carolina, she was a charter member of West Side Christian Church where she was active in the Christian Women's Fellowship, the Ruth Bible Class and a Sunday School teacher for 25 years. Masil was also a member of the Ladies Shrine Zulekia Court No. 35, Jesterettes, Cedarettes Portsmouth Forest No. 143, Scottish Rite Ladies, and Order of the Eastern Star Esther Chapter No. 37. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, a kind and loving mother and grandmother and a true friend to others. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter H. Jones and her parents, Carl and Blanch Cutrell. Survivors include three daughters, Linda J. Baker and husband Ronald, Gayle J. Wood and husband John, Debra J. Ripley and husband Earl; her sister, Doris Kerr of Washington, N.C.; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 12, in West Side Christian Church by the Rev. Cyd Cowgill. Burial will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling these arrangements. The family would like to thank the staff of Dominion Village at Chesapeake and Hospice for the compassionate care they provided.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Wednesday, May 11, 2011)

JONES, Maurice

HYDE COUNTY - Maurice JONES died November 7, 1819 in Hyde County. (Raleigh Register - December 3, 1819) [Excerpt taken from "Marriage and Death Notices from the Raleigh Register and North Carolina State Gazette 1799-1825" complied by Carrie L. Broughton; pg. 156]

JONES, JR., Myron Edwin

Myron Edwin Jones, Jr., 64, of 480 Lazy Lane, Engelhard, died Thursday April 5, 2012 at Vidant Pungo Hospital in Belhaven.  Born April 24, 1947 he was the son of the late Myron E. Jones, Sr. and Edna Lucille Sadler Jones who survives.  Myron loved to be on the water and to shrimp, he served his country during the Vietnam War.  A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday April 8, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the home place 480 Lazy Lane, Engelhard.  In addition to his mother he is survived by two sons, Myron E. Jones, III and wife Jessica of Apex, NC, Benny R. Jones and wife Christy of Phoenix, AZ; two brothers Avner W. Jones of Gull Rock, Charlie R. Jones of Fairfield; two sisters Sue J. Harper of Bath and Cathy J. Ireland of Engelhard; ten grandchildren and many great nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by a grandson Zachary T. Jones.  Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service.  (Bryan Funeral Service)

 

JONES, Nancy M.

Raleigh Christian Advocate - March 30, 1870

Submitted by Linda Lau

[Note: Nancy was about 49 years of age when she died, not 19.  See the 1860 Hyde Co. census.]

 

JONES, JR., Samuel G.

NORFOLK, VA. - Samuel G. JONES JR., died Aug. 17, 2003, in a Norfolk hospital. He was in his 90th year. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Singleton Jones. Born in Swan Quarter, N.C., his family moved to the Berkley section of Norfolk in 1914. He was the son of the late Samuel G. Jones Sr. and Mary Ruth Kelly. Mr. Jones attended public school in Norfolk. After graduating from Virginia Polytechnic Institute in Blacksburg, Va., he received his Doctor of Juris Prudence from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Va.  Mr. Jones was chairman of Berkley Machine Works and Foundry Company Inc.  He was a member of Christ and St. Lukes Episcopal Church, Norfolk, and served on its vestry for many years. He was a generous and quiet benefactor to many. Known for his whistling, he loved his family and friends and lived his life with exuberance. Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy J. Seaman and her husband, A. Richard Seaman Jr., of Roseland, Va., Melinda J. Cocke and her husband, William T. Cocke, of Virginia Beach; two sons, Samuel G. Jones III and his wife, Janyce, of Scottsville, Va., and Kelly C. Jones and his wife, Cynthia Rector Jones, of Norfolk; a sister, Mary Ruth Scott of Virginia Beach; three brothers, William C. Jones and Howard E. Jones, both of Virginia Beach and Charles A. Jones of Troy, Mich.; stepmother, Ursula Jones of Virginia Beach; half sister, Carolyn Jones; a half brother, Selby Jones; 13 grandchildren, Kelly M. Jones, Elizabeth L. Jones, Justin S. Calliott, Anne S. Bruguiere, Caroline S. Seaman, Grace T. Jones, Kelly Jones Jr., Laura S. Jones, Samuel C. Cocke, Mariah K. Cocke, Sara T. Cocke, W. Andrey Cocke and Anya K. Cocke; three great-grandchildren, Sallie Bruguiere, Michael Bruguiere and Kira Lee Jones; and a very special friend, Iris Lasky. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Christ and St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 560 W. Olney Road, Norfolk, by the Rev. James W.H. Sell. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Family will be at 7437 Dehlman Ave., Norfolk, VA 23505, following the service. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements.  (The Virginian-Pilot - Monday, August 18, 2003)

JONES, SR., Samuel G.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. - Samuel G. Jones Sr., 84, of 5548 Sajo Farm Road, president of Berkley Machine Works & Foundry Co., Inc., and operator of Sajo Farm, died Tuesday in a Norfolk hospital. Jones, a native of Poplar Ridge, N. C., had been hospitalized for about two months, having been injured in an automobile accident on an area highway.  He was the husband of Mrs. Ursula Jones and had lived in this area most of his life.  He went with the foundry firm in 1915, and six years later bought it and then became president. He had operated the 290-acre Sajo Farm in the county and at the beach since about 1926. He was a member of Providence United Methodist Church of Swan Quarter, N. C., and Ocracoke United Methodist Church, Ocracoke, N. C.  Besides his widow, survivors include two daughters, Mrs. N. O. Scott and Miss Carolyn U. Jones of Virginia Beach; five sons, Samuel G. Jones and Charles A. Jones of Troy, Mich., W. C. Jones, Selby S. Jones, and Howard E. Jones of Virginia Beach; 17 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.  A funeral will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in H. D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Norfolk, by the Rev. James Creech. Burial will be Thursday at 4:30 p.m. in Springers Point, Ocracoke, N. C.  Memorial donations may be made to Ocracoke (N. C.) United Methodist Church or the Providence United Methodist Church of Swan Quarter, N. C., and Assembly of God Church. (The Virginian-Pilot - Wednesday, September 29, 1977; page 20A) [Kindly submitted by Betty Spencer.]

JONES, SR., Thomas Carlyle

Thomas Carlyle Jones, 69, passed away into the presence of his Lord and Savior, March 3, 2010, at Raleigh Rehabilitation and Healthcare. He was born August 24, 1940 in Columbia, NC, to his parents Elizabeth Fisher Jones and the late Henry Carlyle Jones.  Raised in Fairfield, in Hyde Co., NC, Thomas graduated from Duke University in 1962, with a degree in Political Science. He served 7 years in the NC National Guard. He retired from Overnite Transportation Company, where he worked for over 32 years. Above all he loved his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren.  He is survived by Mary Lee Deans Jones, his loving wife of 42 years; dear children: son Thomas Jones Jr. and his wife Stephanie, daughters Anna Zoller and her husband Spencer, Beth Christensen and her husband Barry, and Laura Munn and her husband Keith; grandchildren: Dorothy and Luke Jones, Abby and Grace Zoller, Ariel, Jake, and Barry Christensen, and Megan and Rhett Munn. In addition to his mother, he will also be missed by his brother Michael Fisher Jones of Richmond, VA and his loving aunt Dorothy Dudley of Fairfield, NC.  The family will receive friends from 3:00 – 3:45 pm on Sunday March 7, at Mitchell Funeral Home, 7209 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh. A graveside service will follow at 4:00 pm, at Raleigh Memorial Park. Pastor Richard Wynne will officiate.  (Mitchell Funeral Home, Raleigh, NC)

JONES, Thomas Vance

Thomas Vance Jones, 79, of 1695 North Lake Road, Fairfield, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at Pungo District Hospital in Belhaven.  Born in Hyde County, October 7, 1930, he was the son of the late Roland L. and Inez Starnes Jones.  He attended N. C. State University after completing high school, later served in the U. S. Army and in the Army Reserves; was a member of the Fairfield United Methodist Church where he served as Sunday school superintendent for more than 30 years, farmed for more than 40 years and later worked with the U. S. Postal Service as rural carrier for 20 years and retired in March, 2008.  He served his community and county as a member of the Hyde County Board of Commissioners, a member of the ABC Board, the Fairfield Drainage District board.  Mr. Jones' "extended family" is acknowledged with gratefulness as The Fairfield Coffee Crowd, Community Home Care and Hospice, The Post Office "family" and Pat Spencer.  Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Fairfield United Methodist Church.  Pastor Valerie Ballance and Steve Bryan will officiate.  Burial will follow in Fairfield Cemetery.  Surviving are his wife, Joyce Ballance Jones; a son, Vance Jones of Manteo; two daughters, Rita J. Franklin of St. Matthews, SC and Lisa Jones of Manteo; a daughter-in-law, Dolly Jones of Manteo; two grandsons, Gunner Jones and Dillon Jones both of Nags Head.  Tommy was preceded in death by a brother R. L. Jones who died as a child and a sister, Margaret J. Killebrew who died in July, 2009.  The family will receive friends at Bryan Funeral Service on Friday between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. and other times at the home.  (The Coastland Times - Sunday, March 7, 2010; pg. 10A)

JONES, Tilpha

HYDE COUNTY - Mr. Tilpha JONES died on the 3rd inst. at the residence of G.H. Satterthwaite, Sr. near Leechville, age 84. (The Washington Gazette - Thursday, June 12, 1884; pg. 3; column 4) [Posted here with kind permission from John H. Oden, III]

JONES, Timothy A.
(The Coastland Times - Friday, Sept. 25, 1959; pg. 2)

JONES, Tresia Genevee Adams

Mrs. Tresia Genevee Adams Jones, 73, of 6786 N.C. Highway 94, Fairfield, died Friday, April 27, 2007, at home.  A funeral will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Sunday in Fairfield Church of Christ with Clifton Fox officiating. Burial will follow Monday at 4 p.m. in Stanton Cemetery, Stanton, Ky.  Mrs. Jones was born in Stanton, Ky., on May 12, 1933. She was the daughter of the late Thair and Elizabeth Elkins Adams. In 1954, she married James Samuel Jones, who survives. She was a member of the Ponzer Ruritan Club. In recent years she was the recipient of the Governor’s Award for Volunteer Service. She had been active in Church of Christ ministry for more than 50 years and spent much of her time involved in the Fairfield Church of Christ food pantry serving Hyde County and the area.  Survivors include three sons, Terry L. Weikert of Grand Ledge, Mich., Thomas G. Weikert of Greensboro, and Timothy R. Jones of Athens, Tenn.; two daughters, Brenda K. Fox of Lexington, Tenn., and Pamela Joy Jones of the home; 18 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by three brothers.  The family will receive friends today from 7-8:30 p.m. at Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter, and other times at the home.  (Washington Daily News - April 29, 2007)

JONES, Vergie Lois Williams

Vergie Lois Williams Jones, 85, of 3703 Camp Leach Road, Washington, died early Friday, September 8, 2017, at her home after a long illness.  Born in Tyrrell County, June 22, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Romulus and Marie Spencer Willams. She worked for many years in food service and was a member of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ.  Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday at Pleasant Grove Church of Christ. Steven Mills will officiate. Burial will follow in the Family Cemetery across the road from the church.  Surviving are a son, Benjie Gibbs, Jr. and wife, Cammeron of Fairfield; four daughters, Teresa G. Hewitt and husband, John of Elizabeth City, Blondie G. Marslender and husband, Carlton of Washington, Marie G. Meekins and husband H. L. of Washington and Betty G. Cherry of Washington; a sister, Vera Kaye Blanford of Washington; 12 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.  Mrs. Jones was also preceded in death by a daughter, Clara Faye G. Lane; a sister, Dessie W. Sanderson and a brother Dorrie Williams.  The family will receive friends at the church fellowship hall during the hour prior to the funeral on Sunday and at other times at her daughter’s home, 3713 Camp Leach Road.   Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.  (Bryan Funeral Home)

JONES, Walter

TYRON, April 8 - Funeral services for Walter JONES, prominent attorney of Tryon and senior partner in the law firm of Jones & Massenburg, were held from the residence this afternoon with Rev. O.L. Robinson, pastor of the Methodist Church, officiating. Interment in the Tryon Cemetery followed. Death occurred yesterday about noon. Mr. Jones was born in Fairfield, Hyde County, in 1879. In 1903 he completed his law course at Wake Forest College and represented Hyde County in the General Assembly the following year. He practiced law in Hyde County for about ten years before coming to the western part of the State. In 1911 he married Miss Ella Roberson of Burlington, who, with one daughter, Miss Kathleen, a student at North Carolina College for Women, survives him. Two brothers: Tom and Hertford Jones of Fairfield, and one sister, Mrs. E.H. Spencer of Richmond, Va., also survive. Deceased with his family made his home in Tryon for about fourteen years and had been actively identified with the business and religious life of the community, having been a director of the Tryon Bank and Trust Company and an official of the Methodist Church. A great concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the casket to his last resting place this afternoon (Unknown newspaper - April 1931) {Submitted by Merlin S. Berry of Gambrills, Md.]

JONES, Walter B.

FARMVILLE, N.C. - Mourners turned out on street corners Wednesday to pay respects to the late U.S. Rep. Walter B. JONES, the only congressman many of them had known. Jones, whose political career carried him from the Farmville town hall to leadership on Capitol Hill, died Tuesday in a Norfolk hospital. He was 79. He had represented his northeastern North Carolina district on Capitol Hill for 26 years. The congressman's body was flown by Coast Guard helicopter from Norfolk to the airstrip in Kill Devil Hills. From there, a procession formed for a four-hour 145-mile drive to a funeral home near his home in Farmville. The procession traveled through Dare, Hyde, Beaufort and Pitt counties in the southern part of the old 21-county 1^st Congressional District. The cortege drove along U.S. Route 264, a highway of farming and fishing communities that Jones traveled many times throughout his 45-year political career. Along the route, flags flew at half staff and traffic stopped as the black and gray hearse bearing the congressman's body passed. The procession included Jones' second wife, Elizabeth Fischer Jones; his son, state Rep. Walter B. Jones Jr., and his daughter, Dot Dee Slaughter. In Manteo, a half-dozen people stood at an intersection to await the cortege, which drove through town at 11:15 a.m. "Flags for the Babe Ruth leagues, the senior center on the beach, just a phone call,'' said Lois Twyne, of Manteo, as she wiped tears. "Just a dear friend.'' In Engelhard, about 50 people lined both sides of the highway in the eastern Hyde County community to pay their respects to the congressman and his family. "I only remember three representatives in my lifetime - Lindsay Warren, Herbert Bonner and Walter Jones,'' said Murl Carawan, 57, a security officer for a bank in Engelhard. ``It's going to be hard to replace him. As a matter of fact, you don't replace people of his character.'' "I know that he has always been there for people in his district,'' said Jo Ellen Cuthrell, 40, an administrative assistant at the bank. "He was always willing to listen.'' About 10 miles west, 30 student government representatives and their teachers stood in front of Mattamuskeet High School as the cortege passed. The principal addressed the students before the procession arrived to describe what the congressman had done for Hyde County. Hyde residents said Jones will be remembered for his help to build a high-rise bridge that crosses the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway in the western part of the county. The bridge, crossed by the procession en route to Farmville, bears Jones' name. "Everybody here felt that if they needed someone, Jones would be there for them,'' said math teacher Cathy Johnson, 30. "He was always easily accessible to the public.'' Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today in Greenville Memorial Baptist Church, 1510 Greenville Blvd., in Greenville. Burial will be at Forest Hills Cemetery on Green Street in Farmville. WNHW-FM, Nags Head, reported Wednesday that Elizabeth Fischer Jones will meet with friends at the Jones' south Nags Head cottage from 2-6 p.m. on Saturday.

Photo by Walter V. Gresham, III - The flag-draped casket of U.S. Rep. Walter B. Jones, D-N.C., is carried to a hearse by Coast Guardsmen on Wednesday. North Carolina State Troopers, National Park Service personnel and local officials stand in the ranks at the First Flight airstrip in Kill Devil Hills. (The Virginian-Pilot - Thursday, September 17, 1992; pg. 1D)

JONES, William Henry
North Carolina Christian Advocate [Greensboro, NC] - Thursday, December 8, 1910; pgs. 14-15

JONES, William Jay
Dare County Times - Friday, March 26, 1943; pg. 4

JONES, Dr. Z. Vance

NORFOLK - Dr. Z. Vance Jones, 58, retired physician and secretary-treasurer of the Berkley Machine Works and Foundry Company, Inc., died yesterday at 8:45 a.m. at his residence, 801 Magnolia Avenue, after a long illness. He was forced by ill health nine years ago to relinquish this machine works position, which he had held for 25 years. Dr. Jones was born at Swan Quarter, N. C., on January 28, 1895, the son of the late Charles A. and Mrs. Nancy Jane Spencer Jones. He had been a resident of Norfolk for 35 years. He was also a treasurer of the Berkley Permanent Building and Loan Association. Dr. Jones virtually ceased his practice of medicine after becoming affiliated with the Berkley Machine Works, having practiced only a few years since 1945. He was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd and also was active in the Masonic order. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Edythe M. Jones, and two sons, Z. V. Jones, Jr., of Norfolk, and Dr. Louis E. Jones, USAF; two daughters, Mrs. Jay G. McKie, of Honolulu, T. H. and Mrs. W. D. Beard of Elizabethtown, Ky.; two brothers, Leslie E. Jones and Samuel G. Jones, both of Norfolk; one sister, Mrs. Clyde Virginia Rutter, of Norfolk; four grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. The body was removed to the H. D. Oliver Funeral Apartments where funeral services will be conducted tomorrow at noon by the Rev. Norman T. Slater, rector of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. [The Virginian-Pilot, Wednesday, October 21, 1953. A photograph of Dr. Jones accompanied this obituary which was kindly submitted by Betty Spencer.]

JORDAN, Mrs. Bell Sawyer

SWAN QUARTER - Mrs. Bell Sawyer JORDAN, age 85, died in the Beaufort County hospital Tuesday morning, March 23, 1971.  Funeral services will be held in the Rose Bay Baptist Church at 2 p.m. Thursday by the Rev. Macon Harris, Jr.  Burial will be in the family cemetery at Rose Bay.  Mrs. Jordan was the daughter of the late Peter and Orpah Berry Sawyer and the widow of the late S. L. Jordan.  A native of Hyde county she had been making her home in Washington for the past several years.  She was a member of the Rose Bay Baptist Church.  Surviving are two sons, Ray Jordan of Newport News, Va. and Roy Jordan of California; one brother Luke M. Sawyer of Swan Quarter; two grandchildren.  Pallbearers will be Dewey Sawyer, Sidney Credle, Thurman Evans, Arthur Windley Carawan, Harvey Mason and Paul O'Neal.  (Washington Daily News - March 23, 1971)  [Kindly submitted by Pat Richard.]

JORDAN, Dora Williams

PORTSMOUTH - Dora Williams JORDAN, 96, a former resident of Highway 99 South Burbage Cross Roads Community of Belhaven, N.C., died Oct. 6, 2000, in Portsmouth. She was married to the late Harvey W. Jordan who preceded her in death in 1953. Mrs. Jordan was a member of the St. Clairs Church of Christ, and was a retired elementary school teacher having taught in the Bath Elementary School and the Hyde County and Elizabeth City schools systems. (Virginian-Pilot - Sunday, October 8, 2000; pg. 7B)

JORDAN, SR., Henry Grandis

NORFOLK, VA. - Henry Grandis JORDAN, SR., 44, husband of Mrs. Amy E. Jordan and son of the late Henry Jordan and Martha A. Gray, a native of Elizabeth City, former resident of East Lake and a resident of South Norfolk for 12 years, died Saturday at 10:01 a.m. in the Norfolk Hospital after a brief illness. He was employed as a machinist in the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and was a veteran of WW II. Besides his wife, he is survived by three daughters: Mrs. Julian Haywood of Colington, Mrs. Louise Lawrence of South Norfolk, and Mrs. Sandy Lee Jordan of South Norfolk; one son, Henry G. Jr. of South Norfolk; three sisters: Mrs. Hattie Crank of Durham, Mrs. J.R. Duvall of Kitty Hawk and Mrs. Cornelia Neal of Engelhard; three brothers: William Gray of South Norfolk, Bruce and Thurston Gray of Stumpy Point; and 2 grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Monday morning at 10:30 in the chapel of the Twiford Funeral Home in Manteo by Rev. C.W. Guthrie of Wanchese and burial followed in East Lake Methodist Church cemetery. Mrs. Elmo Daniels and Miss Lottie Gallop sang "The Old Rugged Cross", "Jesus Is Calling", and "Beyond the Sunset." They were accompanied at the organ by Mrs. Dallas Tillett. The casket was covered with a pall of yellow mums and yellow glads. Maxwell Lawrence, Johnny Twiford, Bernice Mann, Donald Midgett, James G. Jordan and Noah Byrum served as pallbearers. (The Coastland Times - Friday, December 25, 1953; pg. 1)

JORDAN, Mary

Died in Currituck, Hyde County, on the 31st ult., Mrs. Mary JORDAN, widow of John Jordan, dec'd., aged about 85 years.  (The American Recorder - Friday, September 7, 1821; pg. 3, col. 1) [Posted here with kind permission from John H. Oden, III]

JORDAN, Mary

The Rev. Jeremiah Mastin will preach the funeral sermon over the remains of Mrs. Mary JORDAN, late of Hyde County, on Sunday next (23rd inst.) at the residence of Whyriot Ormond, Esq. on Bath Creek. The friends and relations of said deceased are invited to attend without further invitation. (American Recorder - Friday, December 21, 1821; pg. 3; column 1) [Posted here with kind permission from John H. Oden, III]

JORDAN, Ray Aubrey

NEWPORT NEWS - Ray Aubrey Jordan, 73, died Tuesday, May 1, in Newport News.  A native of Swan Quarter, N.C., Mr. Jordan retired from C&O; Railroad in 1975 after 15 years of service.  Survivors include his wife, Lucille Phillips Jordan; one daughter, Carolyn Roper of Newport News; and one grandchild.  A funeral will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday in Peninsula Funeral Home. Burial will be in Parklawn Memorial Park, Hampton.  The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 tonight in the funeral home.  (Daily Press (Newport News, VA) - May 3, 1990)

JORDAN, Rena Sparrow

Rena Sparrow Jordan, resident of Bath NC, went home to be with her Lord early Sunday morning, January 9, 2022.  She was 81.  Rena was born in Hyde County to William (Bill) Edward Sparrow and Pattie Christine Daniels Sparrow in September 1940.  The family later moved to Belhaven NC where Rena attended John A. Wilkinson School.  She served as her class treasurer and was a cheerleader.  She was the youngest of four siblings and was preceded in death by her brother, Glen Sparrow.  She is survived by her sisters, Norma Sparrow Sikes and Elizabeth (Liz) Sparrow McGowan.  After graduation she married Plum Beamon Jordan of Ransomville, NC, who also preceded her in death.  Rena and Beamon had four children: Natalie Jordan Clark, Chris Jordan, Sonya Jordan Selby, and Patrick Jordan.  She also had seven grandchildren: Ashley Harding, Jordan Clark and Rachel Clark Mayer, Brent, Brittany S. Sessions, and Ben Selby, and Chelsey Perry Babcock.  She was blessed with eight great grandchildren: Jackson, Brantley, and Clayton Harding, Emaline, Sparrow, Jude, and Magnolia Clark, and Matthew L. Mayer.  She loved and will be remembered by a multitude of nieces, nephews and many dear friends.  Rena spent her life as a devoted wife and loving mother.  She was founding member and faithful, active servant in many capacities of the North Brunswick Christian Church in Brunswick, GA before returning to North Carolina later in life.  Having lived in North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia, Rena loved St. Simons Island, GA best.  This also created a love of History and fostered her love for reading.  She enjoyed travelling and took many trips with her husband and family.  She also enjoyed Genealogy, fishing, going to auctions with her friends and spending time with her family.  There will be a graveside service at Saint Clair’s Church of Christ Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at 2:00 PM.  The family will receive visitors at the Selby Farms, Hwy. 92, afterwards.  (Paul Funeral Home)

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