Felipe Jose Morales, 45, of New Bern died Saturday, May 16, 2026 at his residence.

His funeral mass will begin at 11:00 AM Friday, May 29, 2026 at St. Paul Catholic Church 3005 Country Club Rd. New Bern. His burial will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00AM-11:00 AM prior to the service.

He is survived by his wife, Heather Retzler of the home; one son, Felipe D. Morales of the home; one daughter, Scarlett Morales of the home; one brother, Daniel Morales of New Bern; two sisters, Angela Morales of New Bern and Gina Morales of Florida.