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Mary Jarman Koonce

Passed 08/10/2025

Obituary For Mary Jarman Koonce

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.


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My deepest condolences to you the Koonce Family. Karen koonce you are such a blessing. May your heart be healed as the days continue for you. I love you always! Nisha

Denisha Andrews

Aunt Mary I am deeply grateful for the precious memories we shared. God bless your spirit. I love you and will truly miss you. Thank you for being such a loving sister to my mother, Nancy Brooks. My heartfelt condolences to the entire family.

Nowell Brooks(nephew)

.rs Mary what a beautiful woman, l love you@!!Rest East

Renee Harris

Correction. The Koonce family.

Jerry Spencer

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.

Jerry Spencer

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

Mike and Joan Sidberry

My condolences to the family for your loss, pray 🙏 that GOD comfort you in your time of need.

Marie Williams

God's Grace and Blessings

Al Mills- family in Delaware

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.

Pastor Willie & Rosa Haddock Johnson, Sr.

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.

Dannie Hill

Offering, Our sincerest condolences to the Koonce Family. Prayerfully with God's Blessings. Much Love, Barbara Hawkins Perry, Donnica & D'Onnica Perry !!!

Barbara Hawkins 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 🕊

Christopher Smith(Berry)

Karen, I'm sending prayers and condolences to you and your family. I am sorry for the loss of your mother.

Lori Davis

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.

Mary Ward Collins

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.

Harvey Grist Sr.and family

We are Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the Koonce family.

Althea Culley, Donnie & Bernette Morris

Donnie & Bernette Morris

My condolences on Ms Mary 's passing,, may the angels strengthen you all through this sorrow

Sandra Reaves McCoy

To the family, we send our sincere condolences to you all. May she Rest in Heavenly Peace

Mike and Joan Sidberry

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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