Phyllis “Lu” Lugean Unger
May 27, 1959 ~ February 18, 2020
ROCKY MOUNT - Phyllis "Lu" Unger, age 60, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, to join those before her in their heavenly home. Born in Nash County on May 27, 1959, Lu was the daughter of the late Jacob Madison Jacobs, Jr. and Phyllis Sondra Leggett. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Michael James Unger.
Lu graduated from Rocky Mount Senior High School in 1977. She attended East Carolina University in Greenville, NC, as well as John Tyler Community College and J. Sergeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond, VA. Lu and Mike lived in Richmond for 25 years and while there, in addition to working full-time, Lu was involved in volunteer work for the local Democratic Party and the Democratic Party of Virginia. Some of her proudest moments included winning the Grassroots Award, meeting and working with Hillary Clinton, Al and Tipper Gore, as well as current U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine.
Lu is survived by several cousins and many good friends whom she loved dearly. She is also survived by her beloved cat, Vegas.
A Celebration of Lu's Life will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 2:00 PM at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1217 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount, with Pastor Laura Wittman officiating. Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of St. Paul United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, Utah 84741, www.bestfriends.org, or to St. Paul United Methodist Church of Rocky Mount, 1217 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
The family would like to thank Dr. Daniel Crocker and his staff, Dr. Mitchell Mahmoud and his staff, Dr. Lindsey Tyler and her staff, and Rev. Laura Wittman for their compassionate care.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & 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.
Visitation
St. Paul United Methodist Church Sanctuary
1217 Bethlehem Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
Saturday 2/22, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
A Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of St. Paul United Methodist Church.
Service
St. Paul United Methodist Church
1217 Bethlehem Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
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Saturday 2/22, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Celebration of Lu's Life will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 2:00 PM at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1217 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount, with Pastor Laura Wittman officiating.
Cemetery
Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
Saturday 2/22, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
A Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery.
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I remember Lu fondly from Time-Life. She was full of life and always had a smile and kind words. My prayers go out to the family. I so very sorry for your loss.
Rest In Peace my new found friend. I am Lu’s neighbor who has assisted her and taken care of Vegas for the past 9 or so months. We had some good times with ups and downs with her health but the one constant is her precious Vegas whom she has left behind. Vegas needs a new forever homes so that Lu can look down and know she is safe and loved. Lu will be missed by many. I know she is in Gods arms now and at peace with Mike and her Momma.
RIP sweet angel
I’m so sorry for your loss. Lu was a sweet and loving soul. She stood for me when it was necessary, and I was afraid. I will never forget her. God bless.
In memory of Phyllis Lugean Lu Unger, Carolyn Marks Baldwin lit a candle
I am so sorry to hear of Lu’s passing. Lu was my cousin. My mother, Eileen Bass and Lu’s mother Phyllis Leggett were cousins. I spent many happy times during my college years in the Jacobs home in Fayetteville, North Carolina as I visited them almost every Wednesday night during my college years. We would get pizza at Palace Pizza and enjoy tv at home and good company and lots of laughter. Phyllis and Jake and Lu were a big part of my growing up years. I remember watching Americans land on the moon in the Jacobs living room. Rest In Peace, Lu. I know you are with your mother and your father and Mike and I hope by now you have found my beloved brother, Tem and you are all having a wonderful reunion. Thanks for the love and the memories. Blessings. Carolyn
I am so sorry about Lu’s passing. I knew she had been sick as I spoke to her just before Christmas. She was such a kind and loving person. We sat next to each other in 11th grade English class. Lu will be missed.
I am so sorry about Lu’s passing. I knew she had been sick as I spoke to her just before Christmas. She was such a kind and loving person. We sat next to each other in 11th grade English class. Lu will be missed.
In memory of Phyllis Lugean Lu Unger, BOBBY JONES & JUDY J .jones lit a candle
My heart will always remember the cousins playing in the sand of the Outerbanks at a young age. Steve and I will always treasure in our hearts Lu’s birthday celebration at the Outerbanks where we were able to meet her most cherished friends as well. Though we lived miles apart, our love for Lu, Mike and Phyllis always endured. We send our deepest condolences to the cousins of North Carolina and her cherished friends. For our Lu, fly on girlfriend, fly on.
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My thoughts and prayers to her in heaven and the rest of the family in heaven. You will be missed Lu Lu and Robbie and I Loved You Very Much be at Peace.
Lu…Warm and witty, caring and kind, a better woman you’ll never find. Smart and efficient, a strong leader at heart, devoted to her family and friends, suffering and struggling with no desire to part. God knew it was time to take you on Home, to be with your husband and parents that you loved. So this is to Lu, hats off to you, for being yourself and always ‘ true blue’. Your smiles and tears will forever be missed!
I am so sorry to hear of Lu’s passing. We worked together at Time-Life for many years. She was a sweet person and loved the Tar Heels.