William Stowe,Sr

William Monroe Stowe, Sr, 90, of Hatteras, NC died on August 31, 2010.  Mr. Stowe was the son of the late Ulysses and Annie Gaskill Stowe and the husband of the late Velma Morris Stowe.  He was also preceded in death by three sisters, a grandson, and four great grandchildren.

Mr. Stowe was a commercial fisherman, a veteran of World War II and was retired from the North Carolina State Ferry Division.  Mr. Stowe was one of the first ferry captain’s at Hatteras Inlet.  Mr. Stowe was a Mason and a member of the Eastern Star.

Mr. Stowe is survived by three daughters, Eloise Glonek and husband Al, Natalie Swindell, Belle Hedrick and husband Michael and one son William (Bill) Monroe Stowe, Jr and wife Jennifer.  Thirteen grandchildren, Sixteen great grandchildren and Two great great grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held in the front yard of his home 57084 Kohler Road, Thursday September 2, 2010, at 10:00 A.M.  by the Rev. Dwight Burrus and the Rev. Cory Oliver.  Burial will take place in Quidley Cemetery in Buxton.  In the case of inclement weather, services will be held at Twiford’s Island Chapel in Hatteras.  Mr. Stowe before death requested in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Hatteras Methodist Church, P.O. Box 310, Hatteras, NC 27943 or Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 442 Hatteras, NC 27943

Thomas Waddington

On Saturday, August 28, 2010, Thomas S. Waddington, 64, left his home in Elizabeth City to go to his home in heaven to be forever with the Lord.

He is survived by his wife, Joan; daughter Natalie Waddington; son, Jack Waddington and wife Renee; and seven grandchildren he loved so much, Christopher, David, Brian, Isaac, Caroline, Karlie and Elizabeth.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas F. Waddington in March 2005 and Helen H. Waddington in March 2010.

Mr. Waddington was employed in the coal industry for more than twenty years in Virginia, West Virginia and Ohio.  He and his family have owned Good News Christian Storehouse in Elizabeth City since October 1991.

An Open House will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the home, 1706 Darian Drive, Elizabeth City, NC.

Elizabeth Lindsay

Elizabeth Marshall Lindsay, 87, of Bell’s Island, Currituck, NC died Saturday, August 28, 2010 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Virginia Beach, VA.  Born in Norfolk, VA, she was the daughter of the late James Hubert Marshall and Elizabeth Richardson Marshall and the wife of the late William David Lindsay.  She was an accounting clerk for the Naval Supply Center, Norfolk, VA until 1980.  During the fifties, she worked as a crafts instructor for the Home Demonstration Club in Currituck County.  She was a past member of the Tidewater Western Riders Association and a member of Coinjock Baptist Church.

She is survived by her son, Charles Louis Williamson and wife Pilar of Mexico, City, MX; her stepson, Randall David Lindsay and wife Christine of Elizabeth City, NC; two step grandchildren, Steven Lindsay and Beth Lindsay, both of Washington, DC, her brother Robert Lee Marshall and wife Phyllis of Virginia Beach, VA; her sister-in-law Francis Davis Marshall of Rural Retreat, VA; and many nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brother James H. Marshall, Jr., and her first husband Charles Louis Williamson of Spring, TX.

A funeral service will be Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Mr. Wayne Twiford officiating.  The family will receive friends following the service in the lobby of the funeral home and at other times at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Randall Lindsay, 310 Lane Drive, Elizabeth City, NC 27909.  Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, % Angels for the Cure, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 4560 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462.  Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is in charge of arrangements.

Betty Lyon

Betty Lyon

Josephine “Betty” Lyon, 85, of Kill Devil Hills, NC died Wednesday, August 25, 2010 in Southern Shores.  Born in Weston, WV, she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Lucille Carder and the widow of the late Cecil Lyon.

Mrs Lyon is survived by her two daughters, Melony Lynne Sillis and Melissa Lee Wright both of Southern Shores; two sons, Jeffrey Vernon Lyon of Decatur IN and Roger Carder Lyon of Myrtle Beach, SC; nine grandchildren Brenda Lowe, Steven Sillis, Christopher Sillis,  Jason Dohrman, Shannon Dohrman, Lindsey Wright, Breanna Lyon, Christy Fallon and Troy Lyon; and  12 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 930 B Wellness Drive Greenville, NC 27834

JoAnna Kratz

JoAnna Surface Kratz, lovingly known to family and friends as Jodi, age 42 of 210 East Chesapeake Road, Owings, MD died Tuesday, August 24, 2010, at Albemarle Hospital.  Jodi was a native of Elizabeth City, NC, the daughter of Martin Louis Surface and Doris Mills Surface and  the widow of Bill Kratz.  She was a graduate of Northeastern High School,  East Carolina University and a member of Friendship United Methodist Church in Friendship, MD.  Jodi is also survived by her son, Michael Adam Kratz of Owings, MD; a sister Cindy Surface and Elizabeth of Rehoboth Beach, DE; two brothers, Luther Surface and Amanda of Chesapeake, VA and Martin Surface and Rachel of Elizabeth City, NC; and numerous nieces and nephews.  A memorial service will be held Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Friendship United Methodist Church.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund for church renovation has been established in Jodi’s name at Friendship United Methodist Church, 22 West Friendship Road, Friendship, MD 20758.  Twiford’s Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Surface and Kratz family.

Cathy Smith

Orange Park, Florida

Cathy Lynn Smith (nee Burrus) 50, passed away, suddenly, on Thursday, July 22, 2010.  Born in Victoria, Texas to Cathy Burrus (Buxton, NC) and the late Conrad Burrus, Sr., she will be remembered for her love of riding her Harley-Davidson motorcycle and her love for her four dogs.  She will be deeply missed.

In addition to her father, Conrad, Sr., Cathy is predeceased by her brother, Conrad D. Burrus, Jr.  She is survived by her husband, William P. Smith of the residence and her brother, Calvin T. Burrus of Buxton, NC.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, August 28, 2010 at Buxton United Methodist Church in Buxton, NC.  Interment of Cremains with Military Honors will occur immediately following the service at Quidley Cemetery, also in Buxton.

Twiford Funeral Homes’ Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements.

Clara Hendren

Clara Winslow Hendren, 91, of Tyner, NC died Saturday, August 21, 2010 at Britthaven of Edenton. Mrs. Hendren was born June 16, 1919 in the Belvidere Community of Perquimans County, and was the daughter of the late Charlie Thomas Winslow and Mary Elizabeth White Winslow. She was a member of Up River Friends Meeting.  Survivors include her husband, Robert L. Hendren; daughters, Phyllis H. Lane and husband Thomas of Tyner, and Cindy H. Fodell and husband Charles of Raleigh; brother, Ernest Melvin Winslow of Elizabeth City; three grandchildren, Tammy L. Grunkemeyer and husband Joseph of Lorton, VA, and Matthew H. Fodell and Robert J. Fodell of Raleigh; and great-grandson, Nathan T. Grunkemeyer of Lorton, VA.  She was preceded in death by three infant daughters; sisters, Olive W. Culipher, Bernice W. Chappell, and Ruth W. Layden; brothers, Arnold W. Winslow, Robert E. Winslow, Chester T. Winslow, Charles Kenneth Winslow, and Clinton Ray Winslow.  A funeral service will be held Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Rev. Richard Wilcox and Rev. Frank Carter officiating. Burial will be in West Lawn Cemetery. There will be a time of visitation and fellowship on Monday, August 23, 2010 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home and also immediately following the service in the funeral home lobby. Memorial contributions may be made to the Up River Friends Meeting at 523 Up River Road, Belvidere, NC 27919. Twiford Funeral Home, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City is assisting the Hendren family with arrangements.

Norman Mitchell

Nags Head, NC

Norman James Mitchell, 45, died August 21,2010 at Britthaven Nursing Home in Nags Head NC. Norman was born in Portsmouth in the Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Living in Nags Head for years he worked in the construction business and worked for his Brother-in-law Chris Lindberg. . He had a big heart and embraced his love for his family.

Survivors include his Mother, Dolores E. Mitchell and 3 sisters, Deborah M Bolt, Gail M Schaefer and Clarice M Lindberg. Also, remembering his Father, Clarence E Mitchell and brother, Clarence E Mitchell Jr.

A ceremony and remembrance of Norman’s life will be held on Sept. 25,2010 at the Old Nags Head Cove Clubhouse in Old Nags Head Cove NC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Twiford Funeral Home, POB 595, Manteo, NC 27954, to help with funeral expenses.

Twiford Funeral Homes’ Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements.

Sylvia Crank

Sylvia Leary Crank, 76, of 1121 West Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC, died Friday, August 20, 2010 at Albemarle Hospital.  She was born in Camden County, to the late John M. and Elsie Harrison Leary and was the wife of Jack Dempsey Crank of the residence.  Mrs. Crank was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  Besides her husband of 47 years, Mrs. Crank is survived by her sons, Dwayne Crank and wife Kim and Kevin Crank and wife Patricia all of Elizabeth City, NC; seven grandchildren, Mark Haislip, Shane Haislip, Brycen Crank, Jasmyn Crank, Andrew Lilley, Brittany Crank, and Carson Crank; and four great grandchildren, Taylor, Morgan, Anmarie, and Magdalyn Haislip.  Mrs. Crank was also preceded in death by a daughter, Deborah Haislip, a sister, Angeleen Jones, and five brothers, Arliss, Albert, Douglas, Jack, and Phillip Leary.  A funeral service will be held Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel with Rev. F. Joe Griffith officiating.  Burial will follow in the Wesley United Methodist Church Cemetery in Old Trap.  The family will receive friends Monday evening from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home and at other times at the residence.  Twiford Funeral Home, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Crank family.

Brian Mouring

Brian Wayne Mouring, 20, of Gloucester, VA, went to be with the Lord Wednesday morning, Aug 18, 2010.  He died in shallow water at Oregon Inlet at Nags Head while on a camping trip with his friends.  This was not a “freak accident,” a “rogue wave,” or a “rip tide.”  Brian was young and strong and the surf was moderate.  This was a direct act of a loving God in whom we fully trust.  Our pain is deeper than the ocean itself, and we miss him more than can be put into words.  But we know Brian is with the Lord, where we will one day hold him again.  Brian attended Denbigh Baptist Christian School in his early years, finishing his high school days at Summit Christian Academy. 

He was an intern student this summer at NASA Langley Research Center where he was able to work alongside his father, a precious time now made even sweeter.  He was about to begin his second year at Thomas Nelson Community College as a Civil Engineering student.  He attended Petsworth Baptist Church in Gloucester and frequently visited Liberty Baptist Church in Hampton.  Brian sealed his eternity in heaven when he trusted in Christ for his salvation on May 23 of this year.  He loved soccer, drawing, spending time with his close friends, and his wit was so sharp.  He was a great example to many.  Never will he be replaced or forgotten.  God holds him now.  We will see him again.

Brian is survived by his parents, Chris and Kimberly Mouring, his two brothers, Matthew and Philip Mouring, his sister, Rachel Mouring White and her husband Eric, all of Gloucester, Virginia.

He is also survived by his girlfriend, Lindsay Lutterloh, his paternal grandparents, John and Betsy Mouring of Newport News, his maternal grandparents, Wayne and Mary Johnson of Raleigh, NC, his great-grandmother, Alene Byrd of Ocala, Florida, his nephew Josiah White, and his niece Samantha White.

A Memorial Service celebrating Brian’s Life will be held at 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at Liberty Baptist Church in Hampton, VA.  There will be a time of visitation and fellowship from 2:00 – 4:00 pm, immediately prior to the memorial service.  In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made to Summit Christian Academy, where a fund will be established in Brian’s honor to tangibly continue his impact there.  Their website is www.summitchristianacademy.org.

Twiford Funeral Homes’ Colony Chapel, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements.