Doy Ray Rhue

Doy Ray Rhue, 75, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.

A funeral service to honor Doy Ray’s life will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, February 15th at Munden Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Richard Patterson. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m., prior to the funeral service. For those unable to attend, the service can be viewed through his obituary page on Munden Funeral Home’s website. The service will remain on the Funeral Home website for 90 days.

Doy Ray was born on November 23, 1949, in Carteret County, NC, to the late Ira Thomas Rhue and Eloise Jarman Rhue. 

A respected member of the Mason Franklin Lodge #109 in Beaufort, NC, Doy Ray was a well-known figure in the Down East community. He proudly owned Rhue Construction Company, where he worked diligently to assist numerous families in moving their homes throughout Carteret County. Known for his inventive spirit, Doy Ray was a natural jack of all trades, able to fix and repair anything that came his way with remarkable skill.

Affectionately referred to as a “mover and shaker," he was dedicated to getting the job done, and his spirited personality earned him the endearing nickname of “troublemaker.” For those who knew him, there was truly only one Doy Ray, vibrant and full of life.

Doy Ray had a unique fascination with the world around him and enjoyed collecting a variety of items that reflected his interests and passions. His contributions and unique personality will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Doy Ray will be remembered as a devoted fiancé, proud father, and supportive grandfather. 

Those remaining to cherish his memory are his fiancé, Stephanie Murray of Beaufort, NC; brothers, Alvin Thomas Rhue (Sandra) of Beaufort, NC and Suthy Wayne Rhue of New Bern, NC; grandson, Michael Rhue of Girdwood, AK; and his sidekick, his dog Coat “Pocket”.

In addition to his parents, Doy Ray was preceded in death by his son, Doy Ray Rhue Jr.; and brother, Albert Lee Rhue.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to Loaves & Fishes Community Center, 1730 Live Oak St., Beaufort, NC 28516 or the Masonic Home for Children, 600 College St., Oxford, NC 27565.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net.

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory in Morehead City, NC.