Carol Jean Best Obituary in New Bern at Oscar's Mortuary, Inc.

Obituary For Carol Jean Best

Carol Jean Stratton Best, 71, of New Bern was called to rest Thursday, May 14, 2026.

Her Service is 12:00 PM, Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Oscar's Memorial Chapel.

She is survived by her children, David Bonds and Derrick Bonds, New York, NY, Cameron Best (Wallisha), New Bern, Isabelle Moore (Herlis) New Bern, Joshua Best, New Bern; two brothers, Kelvin Shingles, Grand Prairie, TX, Hebie Allen (Angela) Virginia Beach, VA; one sister, Jackie Joseph (Basil), New York, NY; nineteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law Martha Ann Walker (John) Brooksville, FL and Edna Best, Jamaica-Queens, NY.

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Dearest Carol, we walk so many paths together and apart. I held on to you because I felt it was the right thing to do. I will always remember the talks we shared and the laughter we had. Sometimes the path was dark and sometimes so bright. But to walk with you made my life seem right. Love and peace to you.

Ann WALKER

My sincere condolences to Carol's family. She was one of a kind. ❤️ May God's Grace and Peace be with you all. I have very fond memories of my friendship with her. Rest in peace my friend. I'm remembering our girls trip as I write this. I was sick the whole trip, but we made the best of a bad situation. This trip ment so much to you. I enjoyed our time together. The good and the bad. ❤️🙏🏾

Brenda Rogers

On behalf of the SAMPSON family, allow me to extend our heartfelt condolences, love and prayers for the loss of your beloved mother!!! I pray that God will strengthen and provide comfort to each of you as only He can do!!!🙏🏽💙

Betty Sampson

My condolences to all the family members.Carol was always around my mom Margaret Canady and we were always over to her house when we were growing up as kids.Carol will be missed.Much love to you all. Sonika Johnson and Alvin Moore,Jr.

Sonika Johnson