December 7, 2023, 82, Goldsboro —

Clarence Johnson Weeks, Jr., better known as “Buddy”, 82, passed away on December 7, 2023, at home with his family by his side. Buddy was born in Edgecombe County on December 30, 1940, to the late Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Johnson Weeks of Tarboro. Buddy is survived by his wife Isabelle Partin Weeks; a daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth Weeks Hott and Justin of New Bern; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert Todd Weeks and Missy of Sugar Hill, Georgia. In addition, Buddy is survived by four grandchildren: Mary McCullen Hott, Elizabeth McCain Hott, and Hudson Thomas Hott of New Bern; and Ava Noel Weeks of Sugar Hill, Georgia. He is also survived by his one sister Mary Alice Weeks Fountain of Davison, N.C., and several nieces and nephews.

Buddy graduated from the School of Education at East Carolina University. After graduation, Buddy taught middle school math and science in Virginia and North Carolina for over 30 years. His students always described him as a caring teacher, who was always willing to help them be successful in school. In addition, Buddy was a Charter member of the Sugarfoot Shag Club of Goldsboro and enjoyed socializing and dancing with his wife and shag friends. Buddy had a lifelong love of Carolina beach music, and could always be found listening to his favorite beach music radio shows every weekend.

Buddy was a long-time member of Saint Paul Methodist Church in Goldsboro. He loved God and shared that love with others. In his final days, he knew without a doubt that he was going home to be with his Lord.

Buddy will be remembered for his sweet smile and friendly disposition by many students, fellow educators, friends, and family. He loved people and found such joy in being surrounded by family and friends. He especially loved cutting up and joking with his grandchildren. Special to his heart was his beloved wife and best friend Isabelle who he shared 45 years with in their home in Goldsboro. Buddy loved his children and grandchildren and was so proud of each of them. He was always happy and excited when they could all be together, and cherished every moment that he spent with his loving family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Buddy’s memory to

The family will receive friends on Monday, December 11, 2023, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Saint Paul Methodist Church followed by a service to celebrate Buddy’s life at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary with Rev. James H. Harry presiding. Interment will follow at Willowdale Cemetery in Goldsboro.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Seymour Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.