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Doris Broome Obituary

NEW BERN - Doris Koonce Broome, 84, of New Bern (formerly of Trenton) passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2009. Born in Jones County on December 19, 1924, she was the daughter of Zack and Leah Stilley Koonce. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Zack Koonce, Jr.; and sister, Lucille (Billie) Cobb. Survivors include her husband, Billy Thomas Broome; daughter, Sheryln Kaye Broome and husband David Britten, of Washington State; sons, Michael Gene Broome and wife Faye, of Jacksonville, Fla. and Richard Paul Broome and wife Joan, of the home; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Bobbie Bradshaw of Kinston; and brother, William Hayes Koonce of Kinston. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Westview Cemetery with the Reverend Curtis Raines officiating. Funeral arrangements by Howard-Carter Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at www.kinston.com. (Paid obituary)

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Published by Free Press from Jan. 16 to Jan. 19, 2009.

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Carla Casey

January 18, 2009

Uncle Bill, Sherrie, Michael and Ricky,
I Know you are all so sad at this time of a great loss. I will miss Aunt Doris so much. She was always so very special to me. I saw so much of Grandmother when I would look at and talk with Aunt Doris. I'm sure she is in Heaven telling Grandma and Grandpa all about our family. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Just remenber I love you.

Faye Warren

January 16, 2009

Doris was the life of the Stilley family reunion. I will miss her greatly. March will never be the same. I looked at the family photo taken in Trenton 3/2008 and can see that brilliant smile and remember the fun stories she shard with us. This is truly a great loss to the Stilley Family.

With love and admiration,

Bill and Linda Teal

January 16, 2009

Bill and Children,
As you know your mother was one special lady! She truly took me "under her wing" especially during the past few years as I experienced family losses and extended her love and support that helped get me through some rough days. I will never forget her and will try to live by the role model she set before me. What a sad time it is is here for us....but I can imagine a "Stilley Reunion" is taking place on the other side. We love you and will continue to pray for God to grant you peace and comfort your heart as only He can.
Love,

Terry Koonce

January 16, 2009

We will miss you Aunt Doris ....My thoughts and prayers are with our family !
Love ,
Terry A. Koonce

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