Winnie Edwards Brown
May 25, 1932 ~ July 22, 2015
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ROCKY MOUNT - Winnie Edwards Brown, 83, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 in Jefferson, NC. Winnie was born in Spring Hope, NC on Wednesday, May 25, 1932, the last of nine children, to the late Henry Rix Edwards and Bessie Delbridge Edwards. She is also preceded in death by her husband Allen Henry Brown and her eight siblings, Woodrow Edwards, Harriett Bass, Karl Edwards, Anne Johnson, Harvey Rix Edwards, Glenn Edwards, Laura Caldwell and Creth Edwards.
Surviving are her only child, daughter, Debbie B. Brown and her husband Gary Brown, both of Rocky Mount and West Jefferson, NC. Also surviving are several loving and caring nieces and nephews and her 4 grand-dogs and 3 grand-cats.
Winnie was a 1954 graduate of Park View Hospital School of Nursing. She was a very determined lady and took great pride in achieving her goal of becoming a Registered Nurse. After graduating from nursing school, and starting her career, she married her loving husband, Allen Brown in 1956. From there they moved to Cincinnati, Ohio so that Allen could continue his education in Mortuary Science and Winnie worked for Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati. When Allen completed his education, they moved back to North Carolina and continued their careers. After working many hard and long hours in the emergency room at Park View Hospital in Rocky Mount, she chose to become a teacher of Allied Health. She began her teaching career at Swift Creek High School in 1966 and then moving on to teach at Northern Nash High School until her retirement in 1987.
Winnie enjoyed laughter and having fun with her husband, family and friends. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Park View Hospital Nurses Alumnae Association and Lakeside Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 North Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804, with Dr. Jody Wright officiating. A visitation for family and friends will begin at 1:00 PM prior to the service. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery in Nashville, NC.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to the Winnie Edwards Brown Nursing Scholarship Fund, Nash Community College Foundation, P.O. Box 7488, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or to Lakeside Baptist Church, 1501 Sunset Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements are entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share your memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Forest Hill Cemetery
350 North 1st Street, Ext.
Nashville, NC 27856
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I’m going to miss her so much. With love, Ellen
Debbie and Gary, Aunt Winnie was some much fun to be around. I remember her even before you were born Debbie and how her and Uncle Allen would come over to Grandma Edwards on Sunday. When I was really young (too many years to remember my age) I remember setting on Grandma Edwards’ front porch and watching Winnie and Allen come driving up in a hearse and it scared me!!! LOL Terry and I were talking today about all the fun we had going to the football games and tail gating with you guys. Winner has always been a hoot. Remember going to Jacksonville to the Gator Bowl and getting all those Krystal burgers!!! We love you guys and will always remember the good times. Kemp & Terry Edwards
Debbie, We are sorry to hear of Winnie’s passing. Our thought and prayers are with you. We thought so much of both your mom and dad.
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Debbie, I well remember the generosity of your Mom and Dad. One example was their hosting several family reunions at their home, and I am sure that involved a lot of work for your Mom. Over the last months, I tried to stay in touch over the phone. After my surgery, she called to check on me. I really appreciated that! I will miss those conversations. Thinking of you and Gary. With love, Brenda Rampoldt
Debbie and Gary, so very sorry for your loss. Your Mom and Dad touched so many lives over the years. Keeping you close in prayer. Teresa and Al Bullard
Debbie and Gary, We have fond memories of your mon and dad. They were so kind to us as we looked for a second home in the mountains. Their home out of Jefferson was a dream. You are in our prayers. Sarah and Lloyd Bailey
Debbie. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am glad that I was able to visit with her at the family reunion for a few minutes the last couple of years.
DEBBIE AND GARY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AS YOU GO THROUGH THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME.MAY GOD SUPPORT YOU, SKIP SPRYE
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Debbie and Gary, I was in Charlotte last weekend and did not know of Winnie’s passing until Terry told me. I was planning on visiting with her and bringing some tomatoes over. I only met with her twice but was made to feel welcome as a neighbor. Please accept my sincere condolences. She is with the Lord.
Debbie I know how much you will miss her. She was so spunky! I will be thinking of you and I am sending you a big hug. Betty B. is right We have a lot of happy memories, especially all those Christmas parties and visits to the beach. My love to you and Gary.
Debbie and Gary, my prayers and thoughts are with you. God bless you, especially in this time of loss. Thank goodness we have the joyful and carefree memories of our childhood on Wimberley Avenue and Southern Blvd! Much love to you. Betty B. Trueblood
i knew it was you and your dad, only one Cotty Thompson!
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Debbie, The computer changed my signature and misspelled dad’s name. It was supposed to be Cotty Thompson, not Cory.
Linda that warms my heart. It was always such a joy to mama when one of her students went on to become a nurse. Nursing was truly her passion.
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Winnie. Dad shared it with me yesterday and loved both of your parents so much. Debbie, may you and the rest of your family and friends be washed in that peace that passes all understanding that only Jesus can provide during this time. We wish we could be there for the celebration of a life well lived. Blessings, Elana McClure Scott Thompson Cory Thompson
Thank you Susie. I spoke of your mom quite often these last few days. Even found pictures of you and me at summer camp many years ago.
Debbie and Gary, Have just learned of Winnie’s passing and send you our thoughts and prayers. You have so many wonderful memories to keep tucked in your heart and cherish. Natalie Matthews Webb The Family of George Matthews
Debbie, I am so sorry to hear about your mother.I have such fond memories of sitting in Mama’s beauty shop listening to your mother. She was so interesting. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Susie Jones