Betty Jean Cox
, North Carolina
Born in 1940 in Middlesboro Kentucky to the late Ralph and Helen Langston Lockey her family moved to Havelock NC in 1942. Off and on for the past 80 years Betty has called Havelock home. She graduated from Havelock High School in 1958. She married Donald Cox and they began their life of 59 years together. During years of service in the USMC they lived in several different locations throughout the country. Betty has been a member of the First Methodist Church of Havelock for more than 75 years. She served on many boards and committees during that time and is one of the oldest members of the congregation. Betty had several careers in her lifetime with the longest being a Civil Service Employee on board Marine Air Station Cherry Point while serving as a hospital administrator and supply clerk. After retiring Betty thoroughly enjoyed working with Jim and Cindy…
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John "Tom" Thomas Black Jr.
, North Carolina
Leaving behind to honor Toms life and legacy are his daughter Pamela Eliasson and her husband Donald stepdaughter Pam Hartline and her husband Russell daughterinlaw Kelly Black granddaughters Zoey Black Dianna Eliasson Quinn Black and Ava Eliasson brother William "Bill" Black sister Brenda Beck and husband Mike and many loving family members and close friends. Tom was a 3rd generation graduate from Stevens Institute of Technology and had a successful career as a mechanical engineer with Babcock and Wilcox Company. Being born in New Jersey raised in Ohio and living in various cities Tom was always drawn to the North Carolina coast for vacations and later retired there with Jo for many years of enjoyment. Tom was always happiest sailing on the Great Lakes golfing with his golf buddies walking his dog and enjoying the beach with family and friends. He lived his life quietly but with depth and integrity…
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Tayler Scott Cummings
, North Carolina
His children held a special place in his heart and being their dad was his most cherished role. His love for his family will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Tayler is survived by his loving wife Jalen Cummings his children Nicole Cummings Eli Cummings Aubrey Cummings and Natalie Cummings his mother Missy Malley and stepfather Tim Malley his brothers Matthew Cummings and Mycah Cummings his sisters Jordan Williams James and Jade Cummings his grandparents Mike and Sandra Powers his aunts Joy Jeff Wendy Mike and Tracy and his cousins Melissa Christopher Brittany Aaron Caleb and Sam. Though Taylers time here was far too short the love he shared with his family will live on through the memories they hold dear and the lives he touched. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Cotten…
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