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Katie Caton Obituary

NEW BERN - Mrs. Katie Price Caton, of 2145 N.C. 17 North, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at the age of 93. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Henry Caton Sr. and a daughter, Mary Jo Caton. She was the youngest of twelve children and daughter of Lanie Price and Cason Scott Price. Katie lived most of her life in the Antioch community and was a lifetime member of Antioch Free Will Baptist Church.

Katie kept busy on the farm and in the garden where she loved growing tomatoes and other vegetables. For many years she sold her vegetables at the farmer's market. She was very active in her church, sang in the choir and was also active in the Ladies Auxiliary. In her earlier years, she enjoyed participating in the home demonstration club.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, August 31, 2013 at Pollock-Best Funeral Chapel with her brother-in-law, the Rev. Jesse Caton officiating. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park.

She is survived by two daughters, Brenda White and husband, Floyd White Jr. of New Bern and Helen Harrell and husband, Michael Harrell Sr. of New Bern; one son, William H. Caton Jr. and wife, Carol of Pineville, NC. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jim White and wife Ellen of Quebec, Canada, Wayne White and wife, Joanna of New Bern, Todd White and wife Chevonne of Warrenton, Va., Wendy Caton and husband Marc, of Stokesdale, NC, Anita Bell and husband Joe of Wake Forest, NC, Katie Kraniak and husband Bob, of Camden, NC, Dr. Gentry Caton and wife Allison of New Orleans, La., Dedee Dunn and husband Robert, of Kinston, NC; sixteen great grandchildren, two great great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home and at other times at the home of Mrs. Caton.

The family would like to thank caregivers Connie Gehris and Becky Newton for all of the love and attention they gave her at home. A special thanks to the staff of the oncology unit at CarolinaEast Medical Center, nurses Sherra, Brian, Dedre, Frank, Kim and Sarah.

Friends are invited to share condolences and sign the online guest book by visiting www.pollockbest.com.

Arrangements are by Pollock-Best Funerals & Cremations.



Published by Sun Journal from Aug. 29 to Sep. 1, 2013.
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miss kaite will be missed by many people. she was a wonderful person. I know we miss her a lot

willie & rose fornes

September 4, 2013

Ms. Katie was always a very sweet person. So sorry to hear about your loss.

Ahna Fulcher Still

September 1, 2013

I worked for your Family in tobacco in 1969 and they were very kind to a young man that summer, who was trying to make money to pay for senior year.We worked hard for 7 dollars a day 4 days a week. I learned a lot and had your mothers good cooking. Thank you.

Jake Farmer

September 1, 2013

Helen and Family, Major and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom.Sorry that we cannot be there to share the celebration of her life.You and your whole family will be in our thoughts and prayers today.May the great memories you have sustain you in the days to come. Love you, Majors Sam and Linda Bivans

August 31, 2013

Very sort for your loss. Ms Katie was very good to me and will be missed by many

Ray Baker

August 31, 2013

Very sorry to hear of your loss. Mrs Katie was so sweet. You all had many good years and memories I know. Thinking of you all

Lori Peele

August 31, 2013

Brenda and Family, You are in our prayers. Mrs. Caton was a lovely lady. May God Bless you.
Bill and Kathryn Wishon

Bill &Kathryn Wishon

August 30, 2013

Brenda,Helen,& Billy ,so sorry.I know your Mom is happy now too be with your Dad & our Lord.Tack & Barbara.

August 30, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Prayers are with you at this time and for the days to come.

Joan Turbeville

August 30, 2013

Billy,Brenda,and Helen, So sorry for your loss.Our thoughts are with you and yours at this time.

Jeannie,Rudolph Wood

August 30, 2013

Remember your happy times to help you through your dark days - even though I didn't know Ms. Katie personally, we always knew of her from living in the neighborhood - her name just rhymed - giving directions - "just past Ms. Katie Caton's house" - and they knew where you were talking about - praying for God to give you peace and comfort

Darlene Drake Whitfield

August 29, 2013

I know that she is rejoicing with her Lord and her Husband and family and friends in Heaven We will keep the Family in our prays.

Billy& Kathy& Family Fordham

August 29, 2013

Ms Brenda I signed the guest book on Pollock's site. Love and prayers and Peace from God sent your way.

Lynn Daniels

August 29, 2013

So sorry thoughts and prayers to you all. I will be out of town for services. Sorry.

Debbie Register

August 28, 2013

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