He was an active member of First Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and sunday school teacher. He was in the U.S. Navy, a Veteran of the Korean War, U.S. Federal Probation Officer and after he retired he served as a magistrate. He was a member of Berne Lodge, Scottish Rite, York Rite and was Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of NC. He attended Mars Hill Jr College, Furman University and then the college of William & Mary.
He is survived by his wife Wilma Needham of 68 years; sons, Seth Benjamin "Benny" Needham Jr. (Cindy),
and Roger Thomas Needham (Lisa); brother Bill Needham (Hope); sister Annie Paul; grandchildren Kristin Needham (Josh Meadows), Kimberly Tallant (Patrick), Roger Needham Jr. "T.J." (Meagan); and 5 great grandchildren Mason, Isla, Thomas, Austin and Lochlan "Coast".
A funeral service for Seth will be held Monday, February 12, 2024 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church, 239 Middle Street, New Bern, NC 28560. The family will receive friends following the service.
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