The Daily Advance

Benny Dale Rinehart, Sr., Lt. Col., USMC, Ret., 87, of 912 West Queen Street, and more recently of The Landings of Albemarle, died there on Monday, April 15, 2024. Mr. Rinehart was born in Louisville, Illinois on August 29, 1936, and was the son of the late Delbert Lowell and Charlene Luceal Atchison Rinehart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean Spencer Rinehart; a daughter, Linda Dale Rinehart Green; a brother, Albert Lowell Rinehart; and a baby sister, Jacquelea Rinehart. Lt. Col. Rinehart's military career spanned more than 22 years, serving in both the Army and Navy before joining the Marine Corps. Service included a tour of duty in Korea and...

Martha "Frances" Miskelly Shannon, 86, of Elizabeth City, NC died Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Waterbrooke Assisted Living. Born on October 21, 1937 in York, SC, she was the daughter of the late David Ervin Miskelly and Carrie Chavis Miskelly and the widow of Earl Richardson "Dick" Shannon, Sr. Frances was a retired nurse spending most of her career serving at the VA Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC. Her real job was raising three boys while Dick served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Frances was a member of Cann Memorial Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth City and MacPherson Presbyterian Church during her years in Fayetteville. Frances met Dick at a baseball game in Rock Hills, SC and their...

Bruce Lane White, 76, of 317 Yellow Hammer Road, died Sunday, April 14, 2024, in his home. Mr. White was born in Perquimans County on February 2, 1948, and was the son of the late Wayland L. White, Jr. and Geraldine Lane White. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Clay White. Retired from the Roll Finishing Department of International Paper (formerly Union Camp Corp.) after 30 years of employment, many will remember the friendships established through his longtime enjoyment of Quail hunting. He was raised in the faith of Chappell Hill Baptist Church. Surviving are his children, Sharon Denise White of Edenton and David Bruce White of Hobbsville; three sisters,...

Morjorie Lorraine "Margie" Williams, loving matriarch, devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away at the age of 84 on April 5, 2024, at her home in Kitty Hawk, NC. Margie was born on March 31, 1940, in Norfolk County, VA. Margie's life was filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments spent with her family. She attended Churchland High School in Portsmouth, VA, and went on to have a fulfilling career at M.O.S Electric before retiring after 20 years of dedicated service. Known for her warm heart and nurturing spirit, Margie found joy in being a homemaker, and her passion for gardening, sewing, crocheting, and travel was evident to all who knew her. She...

Dora Butts Newbern, 84, of Powells Point, NC passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2024. Dora was born in Halifax County on November 30, 1939 to the late Marvin A. Butts, Sr. and Irene Arrington Butts. She was a member of Hebron Methodist Church in Jarvisburg NC. Dora met her husband of 58 years, William Norman Newbern, Jr at Louisburg College in 1959. She retired after 30 years of service, acting as the Powells Point Postmaster where she greeted everyone with a smile and piece of gum. After retirement, she spent her days in the garden and refilling all the many bird feeders throughout her yard. Dora was preceded in death by her husband, William Norman Newbern, Jr.; son, William...

Albert Kenneth Myers, Sr., 91, of Hertford, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024 in Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, Elizabeth City. Mr. Myers was born in Princess Anne, VA on May 8, 1932, and was the son of the late Lewis Omar, Sr. and Nora Frances Barnes Myers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wives, Geraldine Louise Munden Myers and Minnie Elliott "Marie" Ayscue-Myers, his son, Albert K. Myers, Jr., a sister, Barbara Scott, and by brothers, Edward, Freddy, and Lewis Jr. Retired as a manager from Meyers & Tabakin Furniture Company following 23 years of employment, he had formerly enjoyed fellowship in Fountain of Life Church. Surviving is his...

Chris was born at Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA on October 24, 1966 to R. Lawrence Sahr (deceased) and Jane Gay (Pruett) Sahr. Chris graduated from Hudson High School in Hudson, OH. He received his Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio University in Athens, OH. Most recently Chris worked as a Telecommunications Engineer for Shentel, headquartered in Edinburg, VA. Chris was married to Ann (Mance) Sahr for almost 35 years. They have three children: Kailyn M. Campbell (William Chris), Michael C. Sahr, and Hannah J. Sahr (Jesse Culberson); and two grandchildren: Nehemiah Campbell and William (Liam) Campbell. Chris is survived by his mother and brothers: Timothy A. Sahr...

Annette Hooper Gibbs Bundy, 80, formerly of Adams Swamp Road, and more recently of The Scotland House Assisted Living in Scotland Neck, died there on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. Mrs. Bundy was born in Currituck County on June 26, 1943, and was one of nine children born to the late Samuel and Evelyn Gibbs of Barco. In addition to her parents and siblings, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thurman Lee "T.L." Bundy, Jr. A homemaker, she had also served as a volunteer at the Sentara Nursing Center in Barco and had faithfully attended Lighthouse Tabernacle as long as her health allowed. Surviving is a sister, Charlotte Faye Jackson of Broken Arrow, OK, a brother, Leland Gibbs of...

Margaret Gilliam Turner, born Margaret Eleanor Alley, and also known as "Bug" of Elizabeth City, NC, and previously of Louisburg, NC passed away Sunday morning, March 31, 2024. Born a tiny premature baby on April 12, 1938, Bug was the daughter of the late Johnny and Bessie Flow Alley of Franklin County having lived near Louisburg, NC. As an infant, she was small enough to fit in a saltine cracker box and slept in an open drawer in her mom's dresser. She was indeed a miracle from God since the day of her birth. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Jimmy Gilliam, and later her husband of 25 years, Carlton Kentwood Turner; a stepson, Mark...

Melvin Leigh Evans, age 75, of Moyock, NC went to live with his Lord Jesus in Heaven on March 30, 2024. Melvin was born on March 3, 1949 in Norfolk, VA to the late Orion Lenox and Bessie Belle Powers Evans. He was a loving husband, affectionate and caring father, and the best Papaw. He loved his family, he loved Jesus, and he was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He was humble and compassionate with a big heart for others and had an unforgettable smile. Melvin was a lifelong Moyockian, except for the two years he spent at N. C. State earning his Associate Degree in Applied Agriculture. Primarily, Melvin was a farmer and spent the majority of his career as...

Lane T. Meyers died of natural causes at her Grandy residence March 25, 2024. Survivors include her husband, Linvel Meyers of the home as well as other relatives and friends. Lane was an artist as a child and grew to become accomplished in all painting techniques including watercolors, oils, acrylics and, especially, pastels through rigorous training, talent, creativity and production, both nascent and finished. She was a natural musician and played, by ear and with enthusiasm, the recorder, harmonica, guitar, banjo and piano, but most beautifully the flute (Lane had three). She developed into a wonderful cook, trying and tweaking others recipes and developing her own dishes; her early...

Elbert Curtis Parks III, Chief Petty Officer, USN, Ret., 71, of 200 Troy Drive, died Saturday, March 23, 2024, in his home where he was cared for by his family. Mr. Parks was born in Newport, Rhode Island on May 17, 1952, and was the son of the late Elbert C., Jr. and Gertrude Beere Parks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Ann Cox; and by his brother, Larry Parks. A 1971 graduate of Kempsville High School, he joined the Navy and retired after 20 years of service. His career encompassed Boot Camp and training school in Great Lakes, IL in 1971, serving on the USS Columbus (CG-12) from 71 to 73, the USS Forrestal (CVA-59) from 73 to 74, working in Naval Support...

Grayling Kelley Riddick, 68, passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of Saturday, March 23, 2024. A resident of Perquimans County since 2021, he was happy to look at the waters of the Perquimans River where he spent his final days at home. Mr. Riddick was born on December 14, 1955, grew up in Gates County, and was the son of the late Jimmie and Jessie Riddick. Raised on a farm with his parents, two brothers and a sister, agriculture was in his blood. He left family farming to go to work with the late W. Rufus Harrell at Central Grain in 1974. Working with Mr. Harrell until the company was acquired by Parkway Ag in December of 2000, he remained with Parkway until he retired in...

On Friday, March 22, 2024, Charles Thomas "C.T." Mansfield, 92, of Tyner, passed away peacefully at home. Born in Perquimans County on November 16, 1931, he was the son of the late Freeman Noah and Margaret Barber Mansfield. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Ruth Boyce Mansfield and his siblings, Rachel Mansfield Mulik, Willie Mae Mansfield Shannon, Irene Mansfield Hurdle, Odus Mansfield, and Othus Mansfield. Mr. Mansfield retired from United Piece Dye Works as the 3rd shift Supervisor in the Examining Department. He held many positions at his church, Great Hope Baptist Church, where he was Deacon Emeritus. An Army veteran, he served in...

Dr. Ashraf Ul Alam, aged 88, of Elizabeth City, NC passed away on March 18, 2024 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA. Born on January 16, 1936 in Bangladesh, Dr. Alam dedicated his life to education and service. He served as a Professor at Elizabeth City State University. His commitment to teaching touched the lives of many students over the years. Dr. Alam is survived by his beloved wife, Bilquis Ara Alam; his son Enver Alam; and his grandchild Angelina Alam. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anis Uddin Ahmed and Meher Ara Ahmed. A visitation was held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Twiford Memorial Chapel on Thursday, March 21, 2024, followed by a funeral service...