Daniel “Bro” Louis Royal, 71, passed Monday, February 9, 2026.
The family will receive friends 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM., Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the home of Ms. Brenda Middleton, 1904 New Bern Avenue, Pembroke Community.
Daniel's funeral service is 12:00 PM., Friday, February 20, 2026 at Oscar's Memorial Chapel.
The Interment will follow at New Bern Memorial Cemetery.
He is survived by his siblings, Bishop George Emerson Royal (Pastor Hazel) New Bern, Dr. Erroll Royal (Pastor Phyllis) Raleigh; Brenda Middleton, New Bern, Reverend Barbara Davis (Victor) Garner, Velma Newton, New Bern; Cathy Bacon, Columbus, OH., and Vonshelia Hampton (Charles) Chicago, IL; a host of nieces and nephews.
Sincere condolences for your loss. Prayers for strength and comfort, trusting nothing is too hard for God.
To the Royal family, It has been a joy getting to know each of you. Daniel was a one of a kind person, mostly quiet and easygoing. Please know you all are in my prayers as always and I love each of you. SMY
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