Nellie Rose Hudgins Armstrong
January 24, 1928 ~ September 5, 2016
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ENFIELD - Nellie Rose Hudgins Armstrong, age 88, passed away on Monday, September 5, 2016. Born in Aurelian Springs Community of Halifax County, NC on January 24, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Clara Smith Hudgins. She and W. Frank Armstrong were married for 56 years and made their home in Enfield, NC.
Nellie was a loving mother and wife who devoted herself to creating a home for her family that was filled with love and comfort. An accomplished seamstress, Nellie sewed the beautiful clothes she and her daughter wore and sewed for several ladies in the community. She was a member of Enfield Baptist Church for more than 66 years. During this time, Nellie served as a teacher in the Primary Department for more than 20 years, worked with VBS, and served on the Kitchen and Custodial Committees. In later years, Nellie was a volunteer when the Red Cross Blood Mobile visited Enfield and, together with her husband, delivered meals in Enfield for Meals on Wheels. Among her favorite things were rides in the country to see wild flowers and morning glories when in bloom and to see deer standing in the fields.
Nellie was predeceased by her husband, Frank Armstrong; brothers, James, Ernest, and Bennie Hudgins; and sisters, Irene H. Harlow and Sara Hudgins. She is survived by her children: Deborah Armstrong of Enfield; Steve Armstrong and wife Sue of the Salem Community; and Tim Armstrong of Enfield; and her sister, Mary H. Keeter of Enfield. Her children wish to thank the entire care team from PruittHealth Hospice for their kind and caring service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Enfield Baptist Church, 200 W. Burnette Avenue, Enfield, NC 27823.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services and other times at the home of Steve and Sue Armstrong at 7467 Watson Seed Farm Road, Whitakers. In accordance with Nellies wishes, a Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Elmwood Cemetery in Enfield, NC with Rev. Kerry Peeler officiating.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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23 Justice Branch Road
Enfield, NC 27823
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23 Justice Branch Road
Enfield, NC 27823
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My deepest condolences to the Armstrong family, may you find comfort in prayer and the beautiful words of Isaiah 258 where God promises us that He will soon eliminate all death and suffering.
It is with sadness that I write this note. To Steve and his family, Becky and I are saddened to learn of your mother’s passing. Please know that you are in my prayers and thoughts during this time. May the power and presence of the Lord Jesus Christ fill your hearts now and always! Peace to you all! Dr. Jeff Crabtree, D. Min. Harrellsville Baptist Church Harrellsville, NC I was Steve’s pastor for several years at Salem Community Baptist Church in Whitakers, NC!
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She was a wonderful member of the Baptist Church. My condolences to the whole family.
My Second Mom! Always with a warm welcome, and a cheery, Hello, A! So full of love and generosity. A gentle person with a delightful laugh and a gracious heart. I thought about her this past Sunday, remembering that when I was a gawky 10 year old, she made me a dress for a piano recital, white with red strawberries, with a full skirt that flowed just so. It made me feel beautiful, and I will always thank her for that. That and a few million other things. God created her to be a blessing to all who knew her, and she willingly cooperated with His plan. Praise be to God.
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I remember her beautiful smile and kind spirit. Her sweet spirit lives on in those she touched. Dianne Viverette
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