Debra Winstead Medlin
February 21, 1956 ~ December 2, 2017
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ROCKY MOUNT - Debra Ann Winstead Medlin, age 61, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, December 2, 2017. Born in Rocky Mount, NC on February 21, 1956, she is the daughter of James "David" Winstead and the late Jewel Bone Winstead.
Debra was a woman of great faith, having been a long-time member of Living Faith Fellowship Church where she will be dearly missed by many of her church family as well as her Pastor, Danny Harris and his wife Diane. She was an employee of Nash UNC Hospital for many years, where her absence is felt daily. Loved and admired by many around her, Debra always had both a loving and appreciative attitude towards others, and was known to make everyone feel special regardless of any circumstance. As she makes her new home in heaven alongside her Heavenly Father, she will be dearly missed by family, friends, and all others whom she has known and loved but will never be forgotten. Rest assured, Debra awaits the day for our sweet reunion in heaven.
Debra leaves behind to cherish her memory along with her father "David" and his wife Gladys; her devoted husband of 22 years, Ronnie Medlin of Rocky Mount; son, Ben Pridgen and his wife, Anna, of Onancock, Va; two stepsons, Rodney Medlin and his wife, Joanie, of Alabama, and Stacy Medlin and his wife, Crystal, of Clayton; grandchildren, Olivia, Levi, Whitney, Austin, Teagan, Brendon, and Phoenix. She is also survived by her three brothers, Chris Winstead of Rocky Mount, Al Winstead and his wife, Sue, of Louisburg, and Ross Winstead and his wife, Donna, of Rocky Mount; as well as several nieces and great nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Debra's Life will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 2:00 PM at the Living Faith Fellowship Church with Pastor Danny Harris officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM prior to the service at the church with burial following the services at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. In addition, family and friends are also welcomed to visit other times at her father, David Winstead's home.
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
Living Faith Fellowship Church
1090 West Mount Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
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Wednesday 12/6, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Service
Living Faith Fellowship Church
1090 West Mount Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
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Wednesday 12/6, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Wednesday 12/6
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. There is a very comforting scripture found at Isaiah 258. It says that soon Jehovah will swallow up death forever and that he will wipe away all of the tears. So we can look forward to a time when death will be done away with forever. I hope that this scripture can bring some comfort during this time.
Ronnie I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Debra. She was beautiful inside and out.
So sorry to hear of Ms. Debra’s passing. I will surely miss that contagious smile in the mornings st Nash. My prayers go out to her entire family. RIP Ms. Debra. Kim Bullock
Rest in peace Debra. You will be missed by many!!
The Education Department at Nash will never forget you. Will miss your smile and dedication to everyone at Nash. You made a difference! Our heart felt sympathy to the family.
You will forever be in our hearts.
My thoughts and prayers are with Debra’s family. I will never forget Debra’s kindness and how helpful she was to everyone who came into the education department at Nash. Debra I will truly miss you.
On Saturday, Heaven gained an Angel! As I came into work this morning and learned of her passing, my heart broke. Debra was a beautiful soul; had a generous heart and a loving spirit. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. I look forward to the day when we meet again in Heaven my friend.
May fond memories of Debra bring you comfort during this time, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family …your neighbor Lola Leonard & family
Debra was a sweet lady. She always had the material I need for my annual pert requirement,and always greeted me with a smile; I’m going to miss Debra. Praying for strength for the family
Debra was so kind in the Education Dept. at Nash General. I enjoyed meeting her and watching what truly organized lady she was. She could stick to a schedule and keep things running well. She and her talents will be missed. Rita Coggins
A beautiful colleague who will be missed by all and Nash UNC Health Care! My thoughts and prayers of comfort and peace are with Debra’s Family now and in the days to come ( Matthew 54)
I will miss Debra terribly! Nash UNC has suffered a tremendous loss! I pray strength be granted to all of her family!! ❤️
With deepest sympathy, Debra will be greatly missed; her smile, her kindness and thoughtfulness are just some of the many qualities she possessed that I will always remember. May God comfort you at this time (II Cor.13-7).
There are not enough words to say about our dear friend Debra Medlin. She was one of the kindest, most caring and considerate people I ever had the joy of knowing. She was always a bright spot in my day and I was blessed to be able to call her my friend. My deepest sympathy to her husband Ronnie and her family whom I know she loved dearly. My prayer for you is that your sadness will soon fade away and your memories of Debra will be filled with warmth, comfort and love.
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your love one. May you find comfort in knowing that your dear one is safe in the memory of God, who will remember every detail about her and bring her back again. John 528, 29 gives this assurance. Hope this thought brings comfort.
Rest in peace.
Deepest sympathy! Debra will truly be missed, she was always kind, smiling, appreciative & eager to share stories about her grand children!
Ronnie, my prayers for you will continue. Debra will be missed by all who knew her. She was so helpful to everyone in the library at Nash General. May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guard your heart and your mind in Christ Jesus. ( Philippians 47)
I always enjoyed being in Debra’s company when we worked together at Boddie- Noell. She was a sweet girl inside and out. Fly high with the Angels.
prayers for all family members in the loss of such a great woman. My association was while a nurse faculty at Nash Community college. May she rest in peace.
Ronnie, I am so sorry to hear of Debra’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless!
I will miss your smiling face.
My thoughts and prayers to Debra’s family. I had the pleasure of getting to know Debra at Nash. She will truly be missed.
My prayers are with the family. She was a sweet friend. I worked with her at Boddie Noell.
What an enormously sad loss to our Nash Family!!! Debra was one of the sweetest, kindest people I have ever known. Never anything but kind words from her. I miss her so much already!!! The library and halls of the education wing will never be the same without her sweet smile & willingness to help always. My heart aches for her family but I pray Ronnie, her children, grands, and all who loved her are comforted by the loving arms of God during such a difficult time. May the memories sustain each of you until the time has come to be reunited with Debra!
Rest in peace, sweet Debra.
Ronnie, we were so shocked and sorry to hear of Debra’s passing. We always enjoyed being around Debra at our singings and was very thankful for her support. She always had a smile and an encouraging word. May the peace and presence of God fill you and carry you. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
I will truly miss seeing Debra at Nash. She was always so sweet, and always helped me out in the library and with a smile on her face. I will always think of her when I go into the library. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Debra will truly be missed at Nash!! She always had a smile and a kind word. I know I will miss her! My thoughts and prayers are with her entire family.
I am honored and blessed to have been able to call Debra a friend. She always greeted everyone with a warm friendly smile and kind words. She would always drop what she was doing to help anyone in a time of need. You would see the sparkle of love in her eyes when she spoke of her family. These are just a few of the amazing attributes Debra possessed that I will always remember and cherish. She was truly a blessing in my life and I will miss her greatly. My condolences to Ronnie and the rest of her family.