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William Judson 'Judd' Hardee, 73, of Snow Hill
Mr. William Judson “Judd” Hardee, age 73, passed away Saturday evening, June 6, 2026, at his residence in Snow Hill. Born in Pitt County on October 28, 1952, he was the son of William Earl and Janie Peaden Hardee.Judd served in the US Army following his graduation from high school and ultimately settled into a career at Cherry Point where he worked in maintenance until his retirement. Judd’s hobbies and interests covered many topics from cars, to fishing and hunting, to collecting old Pepsi bottles and match covers, to items related to the Civil War, and NASCAR and drag racing. He was always one that enjoyed a good joke, especially when it was laughing with his family and friends.Judd is survived by his wife, Billie Whitley Hardee of the home; children, Teresa H. Gillaspie (Kevin) of Davenport, Iowa, Alisha H. Riggs of New Bern, William Judson Hardee, Jr. (Dawn) of New Bern, Wendy Jones (Donald) of Snow Hill, and Michael Ervin Jones (Shauna) of Snow Hill; grandchildren, Megan Helg, William Judson Hardee III, Destiny Rowe, Keltsy Hardee, Collin Gillaspie, Matthew Gillaspie, Memphis Hardee, Manny Hardee, Gary Rowe Jr, Olivia Riggs, Sadie Hardee, and Amy Lynn Vick; a sister, Wanda Wiley of New Bern; and brothers, Timmy Hardee (Christie) and Jamie Hardee (Vickie), all of New Bern; and 6 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Hardee.Funeral Services will be held at the Eastern North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Goldsboro at 2 PM Friday, June 12th, with Mr. Chad Wells officiating.The family welcomes friends to visit with them at the residence, 675 Hwy 58 S, Snow Hill, North Carolina.Condolences may be expressed at www.taylor-tyson.com
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William Judson 'Judd' Hardee, 73, of Snow Hill
Mr. William Judson “Judd” Hardee, age 73, passed away Saturday evening, June 6, 2026, at his residence in Snow Hill. Born in Pitt County on October 28, 1952, he was the son of William Earl and Janie Peaden Hardee.Judd served in the US Army following his graduation from high school and ultimately settled into a career at Cherry Point where he worked in maintenance until his retirement. Judd’s hobbies and interests covered many topics from cars, to fishing and hunting, to collecting old Pepsi bottles and match covers, to items related to the Civil War, and NASCAR and drag racing. He was always one that enjoyed a good joke, especially when it was laughing with his family and friends.Judd is survived by his wife, Billie Whitley Hardee of the home; children, Teresa H. Gillaspie (Kevin) of Davenport, Iowa, Alisha H. Riggs of New Bern, William Judson Hardee, Jr. (Dawn) of New Bern, Wendy Jones (Donald) of Snow Hill, and Michael Ervin Jones (Shauna) of Snow Hill; grandchildren, Megan Helg, William Judson Hardee III, Destiny Rowe, Keltsy Hardee, Collin Gillaspie, Matthew Gillaspie, Memphis Hardee, Manny Hardee, Gary Rowe Jr, Olivia Riggs, Sadie Hardee, and Amy Lynn Vick; a sister, Wanda Wiley of New Bern; and brothers, Timmy Hardee (Christie) and Jamie Hardee (Vickie), all of New Bern; and 6 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Hardee.Funeral Services will be held at the Eastern North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Goldsboro at 2 PM Friday, June 12th, with Mr. Chad Wells officiating.The family welcomes friends to visit with them at the residence, 675 Hwy 58 S, Snow Hill, North Carolina.Condolences may be expressed at www.taylor-tyson.com
Susan Blizzard, Greene County Educator and Relay for Life Leader, Dies at 68
Mrs. Susan Moore Blizzard, age 68, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, surrounded by the family that she loved with all her heart and without condition.Born in Germany on November 2, 1957, while her father was in military service, Susan was the daughter of Eddie Ray and Margaret O’Neal Moore. Her family later made their home in the Hookerton Community of Greene County. Following her graduation from high school, she continued her post-secondary education at Atlantic Christian College, where she graduated with a degree in education with a concentration in science.Susan began her career as an educator teaching in Craven County for several years before accepting a position as a science teacher at Greene Central High School. During her tenure, Susan was diagnosed with breast cancer. She bravely continued to teach throughout her treatments, ultimately overcoming the disease with a resilience and determination that would come to define her entire life.As a cancer survivor, Susan organized and chaired the inaugural Relay for Life in Greene County. She served as its chairperson for many years, ultimately leading the Greene County Relay for Life to be recognized as “Tops in the Nation” for money raised per capita.Her service to her community extended to many years as a volunteer EMT with Hookerton Fire and Rescue, answering numerous emergency calls day and night. Following the disastrous flooding of Hurricane Floyd in 1999, Greene County Interfaith was formed to serve local citizens. Susan served on the Interfaith board for many years, eventually serving as President and helping guide the organization through major growth and the acquisition of a new facility.The revelation of severe financial issues in Greene County in 2012 led Susan to attend numerous commissioner meetings, where she fiercely advocated for better pay for county employees at a time when benefit cuts and furlough days were becoming commonplace. Her advocacy and energy culminated in her election to the Greene County Board of Commissioners. She served two terms, running unopposed in both elections and garnering the largest number of votes of any candidate on the ballot.During her tenure as a county commissioner, Susan was a constant and undeterred voice for better employee pay and improved county facilities. She lobbied without reservation for the construction of the Greene County Wellness Center, devoting numerous hours behind the scenes to ensure its funding and completion. The trademark of her public service was her willingness to ask unpopular questions; she remained undeterred in seeking transparency and integrity in all county matters. As a profound testimony to her desire to serve her fellowman without compromise, Susan gave eight years of leadership to the county and never once accepted the monthly monetary stipend paid to commissioners.Above all, Susan’s greatest service was to the family that she adored and supported. From her husband of nearly 50 years to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild, Susan’s love and support was always present and evident. She loved her siblings, extended family, and close friends with the same devotion. She was always the first to offer help, but the last to ask for it.After suffering a stroke in early 2026, health complications compounded. As Susan’s husband beautifully stated, “Her heart just isn’t strong enough anymore because she has given so much of it to everyone else.”Left to cherish her memory and the wonderful example of selfless service she has set, are her husband, Steve Blizzard; son, Jay Blizzard (Ashley); daughter, Sarah Blizzard (Joseph Wade); grandchildren, Christopher Blizzard (Kayla), Nathan Blizzard (fiancé, Chloe), Gracie O’Briant, Bailey O’Briant, Kinley Wade, Sadie Wade, and a soon to be born grandson; great-grandchild, Wesley Blizzard; brother, Jeffrey Neal Moore; sisters-in-law, Betty Lou Blizzard and Linda Blizzard; brother-in-law, Tommy Blizzard (Jennifer); and several nieces and nephews of the Moore and Blizzard families. In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her siblings, Donna Marie Moore and Michael Ray Moore; and brother-in-law, Carl Richard Blizzard.Funeral Services will be held graveside 2 PM Saturday, June 6th, at the Snow Hill Cemetery with her longtime friend and fellow EMT whom she ran many calls with, Larry Head officiating.The family will receive friends casually following the service and from 4 – 8 PM on Friday, June 5th, at the home of her son, Jay Blizzard.In lieu of flowers, memorials in Susan’s memory are suggested to Service League of Greenville Hospice House that rendered such wonderful care to Susan and support to her family. Those memorials may be directed to The Service League of Greenville Hospice House, 920 Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834.Condolences may be shared at www.taylor-tyson.com
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Beverly Cunningham Obituary
Ms. Beverly Ruth Cunningham, age 72, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Greendale Forest Nursing Center in Snow Hill. A native and lifelong resident of Greene County, Beverly was born June 30, 1953, the only child and Thelbert and Janet Wade Cunningham.In addition to her parents, Beverly was preceded in death by her husband of 23 years, Carnell Radford.It was Beverly’s wishes that no formal services be held.
Kelli Stroud Obituary
Mrs. Kelli Barefoot Stroud died Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center following a rapid decline in health after suffering a stroke. Born in Clinton, North Carolina, on January 26, 1965, she was the daughter of Carl and Jean Barefoot.Kelli was a 1987 graduate of Meredith College and a graduate of the Campbell University School of Law in 1990. She represented the Beaufort County Department of Social Services for two years before moving to Kinston. Kelli worked briefly at Caswell Center in administration before joining the staff of Lenoir Community College where she advised the president on legal matters and taught law related courses.After recovering from a brain tumor in 1998, Kelli worked as a full-time wife and mother and volunteered in the community and at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. Kelli was bright, funny, and social. She loved her family, the Clinton girls, law school friends, and church friends.Kelli is survived by her husband of 34 years, Stuart L. Stroud; daughter, Mary Stuart Stroud; mother, Jean N. Barefoot; brothers, Rickey Barefoot and wife Dana, and Danny Barefoot. She is also survived by many nephews, nieces, and cousins, whom she loved dearly. Kelli was preceded in death by her father, Carl Barefoot.A service celebrating and remembering Kelli’s life will be held 3 PM Sunday, May 31st, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. The family invites those in attendance to join them for a reception in the church fellowship hall immediately following the service.In lieu of flowers, memorials are encouraged to Meredith College, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, or the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke University Medical Center.Condolences may be expressed at www.taylor-tyson.com
Travis Dail Obituary
Travis Lee Dail, age 42, passed away Sunday evening, May 24, 2026. Born March 26, 1984, he was the son of the late Charles Ray Dail and Kate Moore Dail.Travis was a 2002 graduate of Greene Central High School and had worked in construction. Travis enjoyed spending time with his sons playing video games and fishing.He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Ray Dail; and brother, Michael Ray Dail.Travis is survived by his two sons, Ashton Dail of Elm City and Jackson Dail of Hookerton; mother and step-father, Kate Moore Stepp and Stuart Stepp, of Hookerton; niece and nephew, Adyn Dail and Kalyn Dail; and several special aunts and cousins.Graveside services will be held 3 PM Monday, June 1st, at the Snow Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the service and other times at the home of Stuart and Kate Stepp.Mr. Dail will lie-in-repose at Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service on Sunday from 1:00 – 4:00 PM and Monday from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM.Condolences may be expressed at www.taylor-tyson.com
Dianna Smith Obituary
Ms. Nellie Dianna Smith, age 87, passed away Tuesday morning, May 19, 2026, at her home in Goldsboro.Born on August 28, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Edgar Lee and Virginia Tadlock Smith. Dianna grew up on her family's Greene County farm, attending Shine School and graduating from Snow Hill High School before earning her degree from Meredith College. She spent several years in Washington, DC, working as the assistant to the President of the DC Transit System, before returning home to North Carolina where she eventually retired from the ECU School of Medicine.Deeply devoted to her family, Dianna also cherished the congregation at Grace Fellowship Church. She was a constant, welcoming presence as a church greeter and stayed deeply connected through her House Church and Bible Study.Dianna is survived by her brother, Nathan L. Smith and wife Libby of Snow Hill; nephew, Lee Smith and wife Kim of Snow Hill; niece, Cammie Smith of Grifton; great-nephew, Dylan Smith and wife Tiffany and their children, Lucas and Maggie, all of Snow Hill; great-niece, Bailey Smith of Goldsboro; and several cousins of the Smith and Tadlock families.A service to remember and celebrate her life will be held 3 PM Thursday, May 21st, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service with Pastor Jason McKnight officiating. The family will greet friends and extended relatives immediately following the service. A private interment will be held at the Snow Hill Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials are encouraged to Grace Fellowship Church, 327 Academy Heights Road, Kinston, NC 28504.Condolences may be expressed at www.taylor-tyson.com
Nancy Jernigan Obituary
Mrs. Nancy Ormond Jernigan, age 87, passed away Wednesday morning, May 13, 2026, at Greendale Forest Nursing Center in Snow Hill. A lifelong resident of Greene County, she was born February 27, 1939, the daughter of Charlie F. and Anna Davis Ormond.Nancy worked for more than 30 years with the former Snow Hill Tape Company and was also well known for the collards she raised adjacent to her home that she harvested and sold. Blessed with a green thumb, her talent extended beyond the collards to her yard where an abundance of flowers of all types was found. She worked alongside her late husband, James, on the farm and being a consummate homemaker, a good meal was always upon the table. When the opportunity arose, Nancy enjoyed traveling and grabbing a pole to go fishing.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Guy Jernigan; and brother, Charlie “Bud” Ormond.Her surviving family includes her daughter, Lisa Jernigan Beddard and husband Woody; son, James Albert Jernigan II and wife Tina; grandchildren, Rusty Beddard and wife Candace, Melissa Beddard Eakes and husband Brad, Neil Jernigan and wife Candace, and Tyler Jernigan; great-grandchildren, Aubrey Jaymes Beddard, Coy Allen Beddard, Grayson Guy Eakes, Anna Brooks Eakes, Landon James Jernigan, and Julie Grace Jernigan; brothers, A.C. Ormond and wife Margie, and Doug Ormond; and several nieces and nephews.Funeral Services will be held graveside 10 AM Saturday, May 16th, at the Snow Hill Cemetery with Pastor Percy Cunningham officiating.The family will receive friends immediately following and other times at the home of Lisa and Woody Beddard.In lieu of flowers, memorials are encouraged to Hull Road OFWB Church, 3984 Hull Road, Snow Hill, NC 28580.Condolences may be expressed at www.taylor-tyson.com
Paul Scott, Jr. Obituary
Reverend Paul Batteux Scott, Jr., age 95, passed peacefully at his home surrounded by the love of family on Sunday afternoon, May 24, 2026.Paul was born in Reidsville NC, the only child of Paul and Rebecca Scott. He was raised in Burlington, North Carolina and as a boy and young man he enjoyed horseback riding, pitching horseshoes and playing the saxophone in his high school band. After high school he attended and graduated from Wake Forest College and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary receiving a Bachelor of Divinity majoring in classical Greek and a Masters of Theology. Later in life he obtained a Master of Arts from Scarritt College.Paul became a United Methodist Minister and served 11 churches from the Piedmont to the coast of North Carolina. He served forty years as a full-time pastor. His last full time church assignment was at the Calvary Memorial United Methodist Church in Snow Hill where he and Glenda decided they would retire. After retirement, he continued to serve as pastor of the Jerusalem United Methodist Church in Snow Hill for several years.Music was one of his lifelong passions. Paul sang his first solo, “Jesus the Very Thought of Thee” in his hometown church. For many years, he was a soloist on WRAL’s telecast, “The Circuit Rider”. From singing in church as a child to later serving as a choir member, soloist, music director, and saxophone player, music remained a meaningful part of his life. His other passion was his wife, Glenda. She was his lover and confidant, his dictionary for remembering church members' names, his thesis typist and an incredible mother to their children.He is survived by his beloved wife, Glenda, his son, Paul Scott III and wife Ann of Belhaven,North Carolina, his daughter, Adrienne Denise Anderson of Deerfield Beach, Florida; and hisgrandchildren, Lauren, Marisa, and Parker whom he loved dearly as they referred to him as Opa.Funeral Services will be held 2 PM Thursday, May 28th, at Calvary Memorial United Methodist Church in Snow Hill. A private Committal Service will immediately follow at the Snow Hill Cemetery.The family will greet friends in the hour prior to the service from 1:00 – 1:50 PM in the Fellowship Hall of Calvary Memorial UMC and other times at the Scott residence.Mr. Scott will lie-in-repose on Wednesday from 8 AM – 4 PM at Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service in Snow Hill.In lieu of flowers, memorials are encouraged to Calvary Memorial UMC, PO Box 445, Snow Hill, NC 28580Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.taylor-tyson.com
William Johnson Obituary
Mr. William “Bill” Kenneth Johnson, age 66, of Walstonburg went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 22, 2026.A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, May 28th, from 5:00 – 6:30 PM at Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service in Snow Hill.Bill was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish and spend time out in his shop woodworking. He was known to have a heart of gold and always someone you could count on.Bill is survived by his wife of 32 years, Shelby Johnson; son, Terry Hayes; daughter, Brenda Frizzelle (Michael); brother-in-law, Jimmy Lowery; sister, Vickie Sharpe (Tracy); brothers, Robbie Best (Kim) and Wayne Best (Kim); 7 grandchildren, 5 nieces, 1 nephew, 10 great-nieces and 1 great-nephew.Bill was preceded in death by his mother, Ann Best; father, Harold Best; brother, Bob Johnson; and son, David Hayes.Condolences may be expressed at www.taylor-tyson.com
Hookerton, NC: Meet Your Mayor and Town Council
Mayor Jeff Stocks Phone: 252-746-5522 Commissioners Tim Miller Phone: 252-746-5522 Tony Rhem Phone: 252-746-5522 Billy Ray Hall Phone: 252-746-5522 Jackie Stocks Phone: 252-746-5522 Doug Spell Phone: 252-746-5522
Hookerton Electricity Services Information
The Town of Hookerton provides Electricity service to its residents. Contact Town Hall for any information on rates and setting up your service. For any power outages, please contact Town Hall.
Hookerton Issues COVID-19 Preventative Measures and Town Updates
Town of Hookerton Monthly Newsletter March 2020 As concerns about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to rise, the Town of Hookerton would like to take this opportunity to inform you of the preventative measures you can take to reduce the spread of germs. The CDC recommends: clean your hands often, avoid close contact, cover coughs and sneezes, clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. During this time, we encourage you to use our website to pay your water bill, access forms, and stay up to date on town happenings. You can also call Town Hall at 252-747-3646. If you have any questions or concerns regarding COVID-19, please call the NC Coronavirus Hotline at 866-462-3821. For mental health and substance abuse assistance, call 800-688-4232. We appreciate your assistance in helping to keep our community safe and healthy.
Hookerton Releases March Newsletter with COVID-19 Guidelines
Please click the link below to view the March 2020 Newsletter & COVID-19 Guidelines: March Newsletter
Hookerton Emergency & Public Safety Information
Emergencies: 911 Non-Emergency: (252) 747-2131 Report a Fire: 911 Fire Prevention: (252) 747-2131 Related Resources Emergency Management Fire Marshal NC Department of Public Safety
Hookerton: Business Opportunity for New Businesses
THE TOWN OF HOOKERTON has a 4400 sq.ft. SPACE AVAILABLE FOR RENT/LEASE/PURCHASE. LOCATION IS IDEAL FOR MOM/POP DINER, GROCERY STORE, OR HARDWARE STORE. ELECTRIC…
Hookerton Seeking Input for Town Plan 2040
Attention, Citizens of the Town of Hookerton: Below you will find a survey to be completed that will assist in the Long-Range planning for the Town of Hookerton. Ple…
Hookerton Launches New Town Website
Thanks in large part to our good friends at ElectriCities, we are proud to announce the creation of a new town website. This site will allow us to better communicate with o…
Hookerton Residents: Get Involved in Your Community
As the days begin to shorten and cooler weather becomes the norm, we approach the time of year when we could use a few volunteers to help plan and execute some of our commu…
Hookerton Residents: Get Involved in Your Community
"As the days begin to shorten and cooler weather becomes the norm, we approach the time of year when we could use a few volunteers to help plan and execute some of our commu…"
Hookerton Seeking Volunteers for Community Events
"<p>As the days begin to shorten and cooler weather becomes the norm, we approach the time of year when we could use a few volunteers to help plan and execute some of our community activities. Most notably the annual Christmas Tree lighting celebration. This is a great time for all of our residents to get out and see their neighbors. So even if you aren't able to help pull the event together, please be sure to come out to the celebration - and bring your family and friends!</p>"
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