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Curtis Randolph Ormond Sr.

Curtis Ormond Obituary

NEW BERN - Curtis Randolph Ormond Sr., also known as "Dit," passed peacefully on Tuesday evening, January 11, 2011, surrounded by his family. Born in Pamlico County on November 16, 1930, he lived most of his life in New Bern. Randolph worked in the trucking business with his father, brothers, and son before retirement. He was a builder, a gardener, and a beekeeper. He was a member of Beech Grove United Methodist Church. He will be remembered for his integrity, determination, and subtle sense of humor.

Randolph was preceded in death by his parents, Wesley and Melba Ormond; his brothers, William (Billy) and Rayfield Ormond; and sister, Katie Pearl.

Randolph is survived by his beloved wife, the former Louise Atkinson. Randolph and Louise celebrated 59 years of marriage on Christmas Day; his son, Randy and wife, Julie; his daughter Debbie Zang and husband, Ross; his three grandchildren, Matthew and Alisha Zang, and Meghan Ormond; and one great-granddaughter, Cloey Sanders, all of New Bern. To cherish his memory, he is also survived by a special brother-in-law, Frank Atkinson; sister-in-laws, Katy Atkinson, Hazel Atkinson, Peggy Ormond and Audrey Ormond; also, many dear nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The family will receive friends at the home of Louise Ormond, 1330 N.C. 55 West, New Bern.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 16, 2011 at Beech Grove United Methodist Church, 1037 Washington Post Road, New Bern.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Beech Grove United Methodist Building Fund, 1037 Washington Post Road, New Bern, NC 28562.

Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sun Journal from Jan. 13 to Jan. 16, 2011.

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Doris and Dalton Murphy

January 17, 2011

Debbie, Randy and Louise: We just found out about Randolph and wanted you to know you have our sympathy and prayers. We are truly sorry for your loss. Doris and Dalton Murphy

Bucky and Mary Richardson

January 16, 2011

To the Ormond Family:

Please accept our condolences on the passing of Mr. Ormond. Our prayers are with you.

The Richardsons

January 14, 2011

Louise:
I did not know Curtis beyond a greeting when I visited your shop but the love between the two of you was apparent. My condolences on your loss.

Gary Ross, New Bern

Nancy Watson

January 14, 2011

Ms. Louise,
I was sorry to hear about Mr. Ormond's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 14, 2011

We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. During this time there will be grief from your loss and happiness with your memories, embrace both, he is only gone in flesh , he remains with you forever in your heart. We love you all, Jessee, Susan and Larry

Betty Tripp

January 13, 2011

Debbie and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
May God keep you in his loving arms.

Andrea Lofton

January 13, 2011

Mrs. Debbie, you and your family are in my prayers during this time. Love you...

Anthony Jones

January 13, 2011

Mrs Louise, Sorry to hear of your loss.We will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless Virginia & Tony Jones

pam west toler

January 13, 2011

Randy,Debbie and Family, Sorry for the loss of your father. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.. God Bless, Pam West-Toler

Susan McCosley-Leggett

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Gene Hill

January 13, 2011

Please accept my condolences for your loss.

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