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Mary Evelyn Koonce

Passed 04/01/2020

Obituary For Mary Evelyn Koonce

Mary Evelyn Sampson Jordan Koonce, 88, of New Bern died Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at Riverpoint Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Her service is 1:00 PM, Tuesday, April 7, 2020 on the grounds of First Missionary Baptist Church 819 Cypress St. A private interment will be held Wednesday at New Bern National Cemetery. Her walk thru viewing is 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Monday at Oscar's Mortuary.

She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Beasley, Havelock;; son, Michael Jordan, Winterville; one brother, Johnnie Sampson, New Bern; nine grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Due to the Coronavirus all services are following the Governor's guidelines of six feet apart and a limit of fifty Family members.


Condolences & Tributes

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Beasley, I'm sending my condolences. I remember when we worked together, how we used to share laughs together when talking about our mothers. Stay strong, my friend.

Charlene Midgette

May the fondest memories of Mother Mary Evelyn sustain you during this time. Lifting the family in prayer. Phillips Family.

Samanthia Phillips

I am so sorry for your loss. Hold the memories near and dear for she is always with you. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

Patricia Pryor

Mr. Jordan, I am so sorry for your loss. Lean on your faith, family and friends to get you through. God is good and He will take care of you and your family.

Varnell Kinnin

My condolences to the family and loved ones. Sending prayers for comfort and strength during this time.

Nancy Hobbs

My condolences to the family.

Marva Fisher Baldwin

A mother's love is always with her children.Losing a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know.But Mrs. Koonce goodness,her caring,and her wisdom live on-like a legacy of love that will always be with you and your family.May that love surround you and your family now and bring you all peace.

Delores Bryant Hatley

My sincerest prayers and condolences to the family of Mrs. Mary Sampson Jordan Koonce. I will fondly remember her singing in the No. 2 choir and the Hallelujah Chorus at First MB Church and the kind words she always had for me. May she Rest In Peace as the legacy of love she leaves behind is forever remembered.

Kendall

On behalf of the McClaud, our sincere, sincere condolences to the Jordan and Koonce family! We are so sorry for your loss!

Jacquelyn Michelle McClaud

Michael and family, may God bless you during this difficult time. You are in my prayers

Sandra Dunn

Mrs. Beasley, So sorry to hear of your loss. May God continue to strengthen you. We are here for you. Caldwell Family; Charlotte, N.C.

R. H. Caldwell

Just to let you know how sorry we were last night to hear of the passing of your dear mother. May those beautiful yesterdays always remain in your heart and your sorrows gently fade away. We love you!

~Jesse and Rae~

Eleanor Battle-Sharpe

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