He was a member of Faith FWB Church and his interests included, fishing, camping, music, and helping others.
He is survived by his mother, Sarah W. Cahoon , one daughter, Alberta Hildenbrand, and one brother, Harry Sutton, all of New Bern; three sisters, Judy DeCamp of Aurora; Sarah Bell and Sandy Ammons, both of New Bern; and two grandchildren.
Services will be held at 10:30 am Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at Cotten Chapel. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Burial will be held at Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Religious Community Services 919 George St., New Bern, NC 28560.