Mary Jestine Jarman Koonce, 93, was called to rest at her residence 2609 New Bern Avenue on Sunday, August 10, 2025.
The family will receive friends at residence Monday thru Thursday from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Public viewing hours are 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM Friday at Oscar's Mortuary.
Funeral services 1:00 PM, Saturday, August 30, 2025, Pilgrim Chapel FWB Church 2420 Hwy. 55 W New Bern. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
She is survived by five daughters, Cora Boyd, Chicago, IL, Karen Koonce Hamilton, New Bern, Sandra Koonce Goodwin, New Bern, Lorraine Koonce, Fayetteville, NC, Cynthia Koonce Coon, High Point, NC; two sisters, Nancy Brooks, Hillsborough and Elsie Green, Trenton, NC; seventeen grandchildren; a host great- grandchildren and great-great-grand grandchildren.
.rs Mary what a beautiful woman, l love you@!!Rest East
Correction. The Koonce family.
Jerry Spencer
To a woman I admire greatly. I send my deepest condolences to the family. I've known Mary for several decades when I was a teenager living in Pembroke. We always talked. She was so kind and loving. May the Lord bless the combs family. Amen.
Sincere condolences to the family. It's really hard to lose your mother, so lean on each other and friends and family too. May she Rest in Heavenly Peace
My condolences to the family for your loss, pray 🙏 that GOD comfort you in your time of need.
God's Grace and Blessings
To The Koonce Family The Loss Of Your Mother Your Mother was a Sweet Soul, always greeted you with a smile, and would say come on in. Your Mother was a Truly Special Person. When you see the clouds, think of her. When the cool breeze touches you, know that she is free. When you feel the sorrow of you being apart, know that she is not lost; She is a part of your heart. Unfortunately, we will not be able to attend the funeral. But know that we will be with you in the Spirit 🙏🏽 Pastor Willie & Rosa Haddock Johnson, Sr. Charlotte, N. C. Garfield & Gloria Haddock, Jr. Trenton, N. C. Rodney & Shadonna Gunn Burlington, N. C.
My Aunt Mary is the most positive person in my life always. Her words ring on in my mind; her presence in my heart. Loving, kind, a good word/message no matter the situation.
Offering, Our sincerest condolences to the Koonce Family. Prayerfully with God's Blessings. Much Love, Barbara Hawkins Perry, Donnica & D'Onnica Perry !!!
May God Bring the Koonce Family peace and comfort during the passing of a Great Woman. Mrs Mary may you now take your Rest!! A Life well Lived!! I will forever remember the visits,the conversations,the laughs,the wisdom,the hugs and your infectious smile. I will forever be your "Kissy" Rest Well!! Love Ya from me amd the Berry Family 🕊
Karen, I'm sending prayers and condolences to you and your family. I am sorry for the loss of your mother.
Mary you be missed, loved you so much,You were a Mother to me and my sibling through it all. Now take your rest, We loved you but God loved you best.
Ms. Mary was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. We honor her wisdom, her strength, and the love she gave so freely. Rest easy now, Ms. Mary. Your journey is complete, your soul at peace.
We are Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the Koonce family.
Althea Culley, Donnie & Bernette Morris
My condolences on Ms Mary 's passing,, may the angels strengthen you all through this sorrow
To the family, we send our sincere condolences to you all. May she Rest in Heavenly Peace
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