Roscoe Gene Swinson

Roscoe Gene Swinson
November 12, 1942
May 19, 2026

Funeral Service
Friday, May 22, 2026
3:00 PM
Serenity Funeral Home, Beulaville
With visitation one hour before the service

Interment
East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville

Beulaville, NC

Roscoe Gene Swinson, age 83, died Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in ECU Health Duplin Hospital in Kenansville. He is preceded in death by his son Jonathan Edward Swinson.

Mr. Swinson is survived by his wife Elaine E. Swinson of Beulaville; daughter Katina S. Holmes of Summerville, SC; daughter-in-law Stacy Teddar of Black Creek; sisters, Louise Morgan of TX, Jeanette Dixon of Maple Hill; brother, Donald Swinson of Maple Hill; three grandchildren, Dustin Holmes, Abigail Swinson, Chloe Holmes; and three great grandchildren, Kainen Moore, Avery Holmes, and Daniel Swinson.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the memorial fund at Beulaville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 394, Beulaville, NC 28518.

Robert Ray Hebert

Robert Hebert
July 1, 1938
April 20, 2026

Kenansville, NC

Robert Ray Hebert, known affectionately as “Papa” or Mr. Bob, a longtime resident of Kenansville, North Carolina, passed away on April 20, 2026. He was 87 years old.

Born on July 1, 1938, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Robert’s time in the United States Air Force brought him to Goldsboro, North Carolina. There he began a multifaceted career as an electrical contractor, real estate agent, and all-around entrepreneur. Through his hard work and dedication, he provided a strong foundation for his family while building a life rooted in eastern North Carolina. He later made Kenansville his home for many years and was the beloved husband of Jon Ann Dutton Hebert.

He is survived by his wife, Jon Ann Dutton Hebert; his sister, Juanita Wilson and husband Don, of Covington, Louisiana; his sister-in-law, Joanne Hebert, of Houma, Louisiana; his sister-in-law, Gloria Hebert, of Gladstone, Missouri; his daughter, Terry Lynn Carter, of Stedman, North Carolina; his son, Robert Ray Hebert II, and daughter-in-law, Terri Hebert, of White Oak, North Carolina; his son, James Grady Dutton Jr., and daughter-in-law, Dawn Dutton, of Panama City Beach, Florida; his son, Jonathan Stewart Dutton, and daughter-in-law, Janice Dutton, of Panama City, Florida; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and other loving family members who will carry forward his memory. He will be remembered by those who knew him in the Kenansville community for his entrepreneurial spirit and the love he showed his family.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Alcie and Lillian Hebert; his brother, Darrell “Sonny” Hebert; his brother, Alcie Paul “AP” Hebert Jr.; Paul Ray Hebert, his son; and his son-in-law, Bobby Carter.

There will be no formal funeral service. Instead, the family will hold a celebration of life at a later date. Details will be announced as they become available.

Friends and loved ones are invited to share memories and condolences with the family. Updates can be found through Serenity Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Word of Faith Food Ministries in Kenansville, NC.

Website: https://www.rise4me.com/resources/word-of-faith-food-ministries-food-pantry/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wofckenansville/

Ted Ellis Thigpen

Ted Ellis Thigpen
March 12, 1954
April 20, 2026

Funeral Service
Thursday, April 23, 2026
7:00 PM followed by visitation
Serenity Funeral Home, Beulaville

Graveside Service
Friday, April 24, 2026
1:00 PM
East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville

Beulaville, NC

Ted Ellis Thigpen, age 72, died Monday, April 20, 2026 at home. He is survived by his wife, Judy Thigpen of Beulaville; sons, Kevin Thigpen of Beulaville, Brian Thigpen and wife Zenda of Beulaville; sister, Joan Price and husband Tony of Pink Hill; brothers, Frankie Thigpen and wife Rhonda of Chinquapin, Phillip Thigpen and wife Cathy of Chinquapin; five grandchildren, Austin Stewart, Annika Thigpen, John John, Jordan Thigpen, Sara Thigpen, Ty Thigpen; and two great grandchildren, Declan Thigpen, and Landon Thigpen.

Mack Rhodes

Mack Rhodes
May 10, 1929
March 20, 2026

Graveside Service
Monday, March 23, 2026
4:00 PM
East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville

Beulaville, NC

Mack Rhodes, age 96, died peacefully at his home on Friday, March 20, 2026. He is preceded in death by his sister, Hazel Rhodes and brothers, Hughie Rhodes and Kreba Rhodes.

Mack Rhodes lived a life defined by love, faith, service, and joy. He shared 77 wonderful years of marriage with his first and only love Rosa Lee Rhodes, a testament to a deep and enduring devotion that stood as an inspiration to all who knew them.

A faithful member of Beulaville PFWB Church, now known as Pathway Church, Mack served his church family with humility and dedication as both a deacon and trustee. His steady presence, kind spirit, and willingness to serve left a lasting impact on his congregation.

Mack proudly served his country in the National Guard as a cook, where he cared for others in a quiet but meaningful way. That same caring nature carried through every aspect of his life. He was a farmer with agriculture and livestock and supported many other farmers through his role as a service man.

He found great joy on the golf course, where he spent many happy years playing the game he loved. As a member of the Southeastern Seniors Golf Association, Mack built friendships and created memories that he treasured deeply.

A man of many passions, Mack was also a pilot who embraced the freedom of the skies, and he loved the thrill and laughter of water skiing at White Lake.  These moments reflected his adventurous spirit and love of life.

Above all, Mack will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his strong faith, and his gentle, steady presence. His legacy lives on in the hearts of those who were blessed to know him.

He will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

He is survived by his wife, Rosa Lee Whaley Rhodes of Beulaville; daughters, Susan Barwick and husband Neil of Kenansville, Sonya Jones and husband Kenny of Beulaville; son, Jerry Rhodes and wife Joette of Beulaville; seven grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; and a loving cat Missy.

Dorothy Lee Smith

Dorothy Lee Smith
March 2, 1951
March 7, 2026

Services will be private.

Pink Hill, NC

Dorothy Lee Smith, age 75, died Saturday, March 7, 2026 at home. She is survived by her husband, Larry Jennings Smith of Pink Hill; daughters, Krystal Smith of Chapel Hill, Wendy Holmes of TN; sons, Jenning Smith of TX, John Smith of Wake Forest, Steve Smith of Durham; sister, Betty Lee of Pink Hill; brothers Ken Lee of Pink Hill; Brent Lee of Pink Hill; ten grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.