Ondra Faye Turner Gainey
August 14, 1946 ~ June 22, 2019
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ROCKY MOUNT - Ondra Faye Turner Gainey, age 72, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019. Born in Portsmouth, VA on August 14, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Rev. George Scott Turner, Jr. and Doris Aiken Turner.
Ondra retired as an elementary school teacher with the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools System following over 20 years of dedicated service and was a member of Sunset Avenue Baptist Church. She especially enjoyed being on the water along with her husband, whether it was just cruising along the coast or chasing the wind on the family sailboat. Ondra also loved spending time with her ladies' bridge club whereas laughter was always a common place. Throughout her life she touched the lives of many around her with her contagious personality and smile. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to all, Ondra will be dearly missed and never forgotten.
Ondra leaves behind to cherish her memory, her husband, Earl Nelson Gainey of Rocky Mount, sons, William Gainey and wife, Stacey, of Morehead City and Justin Gainey of Wilmington. She is also survived by grandchildren, Jackson, Mya, Charlotte, and Finn Gainey; brothers, Scott Turner and wife, Janice, of Wilson, Oliver Turner and wife, Carol, of Hamlet, and Sam Turner and wife, Brenda, of Rockwood, TN; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Ondra's Life will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Chris Hawks, Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Hamlet, officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM following the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to UNC Nash Health Care Systems Hospice & Palliative Care, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or Second Baptist Church, 518 4th Street, Hamlet, NC 28345.
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.
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Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
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Wednesday 6/26, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Visitation with the family will be from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM following the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
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Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 6/26, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Celebration of Ondra's Life will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Chris Hawks, Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Hamlet, officiating.
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Praying for the family. God bless and comfort each of you. Sincerely, The Wylies
So sorry to here this. I knew Ondra growing up in Hamlet, went to school with her brothers. We went to GA’s together and GA camp. She was a wonderful person, always smiling and so friendly. I remember when the new Pastoral home was build and I wanted a room just like Ondra’s. Still haven’t gotten my like Lavender room yet but one day will. My prayers go out to her family and friends.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Although I have not seen any of the family since our younger years, the Turner family was special in my life. Rev. Turner was my pastor and baptized me and I graduated from high school with Nelson and Janice and was in school with Scott and Ondra. I so enjoyed keeping up with and living vicariously through Ondra and Nelson’s many trips on their sailboat. No finer people exist and I know you will miss her tremendously but are comforted that you will join her when our Lord returns. Prayers are with you.
I knew Ondra only for a short period of time, but I knew from the first time I met her that she was one of those rare gems that lived life to the fullest, loved everyone unconditionally, and always radiated a positive energy that touched everyone she met. She was a beautiful lady, inside and out, and I feel blessed and privileged that our paths crossed. It was a joy to be around her! Keeping her family in my thoughts and prayers… much love to all.♥️
Normally, I never have a loss of words but today is the exception. I never will understand why bad things happen to good people. Ondra and I attended school from the 5th grade until graduation. Over the years, we have kept in touch and have been on their sailing stop schedule for many years. Nelson and I are submarine brothers. I loved her parents, all her brothers and Nelson and Ondra. As our east Hamlet friends slowly disappear, each loss gets harder to take. Every death calls for an explanation but even if we had explanations, it would not remove the hurt or resolve the loss in our hearts. Our love to all her family.
Nelson and family, You know we cherished the time that we spent with Ondra whether on the computer or in person she was a joy and a delight. Our lives are better because we crossed paths with this sweet, sweet woman.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Dear Ondra thy good and faithful servant..
Ondra was a gift from God! Her smile and love for all was special! We enjoyed our shared moments on the water, in the water and playing Farkle! She will be in our hearts always and will forever be missed and loved. We were blessed to have had our moments together. Our prayers, love and hugs go out to her family who will miss her dearly. Rest well Ondra and we pray you’er with your Mom & Dad.
Heartfelt prayers for the Gainey family…
To all the Turners, Ondra was a wonderful. loving lady- full of laughter and joy. I do so appreciate that she continued to reach out to our nephews, Sam and Spencer, over the years. It was great to meet more of the family at Sam’s wedding. It meant the world to him that you all were there. God bless you and may you feel His peace-her loss will not be an easy thing to bear. Nelson, my heart aches for you, Will , and Justin and the whole clan.
Everyone who knows Her will Dearly miss her.Special person!
Troy and I are so blessed to have had the privilege of knowing kind, sweet and wonderful Ondra. We are praying for all of you.
In memory of Ondra Faye Turner Gainey, Troy and Gay Lynn Lucas lit a candle
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I’d like to express my heartfelt condolences to the entire Turner family. You all were a part of my life at Second Baptist Church and I’m glad the Hendricks and Turners were friends. I’ve been gone for 37 year, but have enjoyed staying in touch with many of you through Facebook. I loved Ondra’s posts when sailing. She always seemed so happy. Nelson, I never really got to know you, but seeing you through Ondra’s eyes, you pass the test for a good man and husband. I’m so sorry for your loss. May God give you all comfort and peace through this difficult time. Tommy Hendrick
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Nelson, Will,Justin and families, Kenneth and I were so sorry to hear about your loss! Heaven has surely gained a special Angel! Love and prayers for all of you.
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May God lift you up and embrace you with his comfort in your time of need.
Our love and prayers are sent to you Nelson and the family. We know she is at Peace with her Heavenly Father. Her health is completely restored. We love you!
Our deepest condolences. It was our pleasure to know and spend time with a beautiful and sweet lady at the beach. Her presence will be missed.
Nelson, Will, Justin and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all close in prayer.
Nelson – We will always cherish our winter with you and Ondra in the Florida Keys. Her smile and good nature lives on, in our boat and in our hearts. Love to you and your family. – TONY & TESS, sv Endurance
A WONDERFUL Lady, a WONDERFUL Family, Our LOSS, Heavens GAIN, Prayers for Gainey and Turner Families.
Nelson and family I am so Sorry for your loss. Ondra was one terrific person. We will miss seeing both of you on your trips thru Wrightsville Beach on your sailboat headed to Florida. It was wonderful spending some time with you before your departure from SeaPath for lands south. Our prayers and thoughts. Bobby Susan Crenshaw Wrightsville Beach, N C
We are sadden to hear about your loss. I know she will be missed by many, but we take comfort in knowing she is at home in heaven with her Lord and with her parents and other family. God bless and comfort your family
I was so sorry to hear of Ondra’s passing. Ondra was a genuine person. She made you feel when you first met her that you had known her all of your life and you felt comfortable in her presence, Nelson, Will and Justin I know you will miss her greatly and my prayers are that Jesus will comfort you in the coming days and months as only he can do just think of the home coming she has been experiencing with no more sickness and pain. May God be with you and your family at this time.
Nelson and Family, Ondra will truly be missed. She always had a smile for you regardless how terrible she was feeling. The first time I truly remember her was at a picnic on the beach in the Bahamas. You all were getting ready to go to the Abacos and then to the US. My daughter, remembers how you took care of Ian when you were at Cape Lookout. She was such a dear friend. We will miss her.
ONDRA WAS A BEAUTIFUL AND COURAGEOUS LADY. SHE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE THAT KNEW HER. PRAYING FOR HER FAMILY.
Nelson and family, Our deepest condolences on the passing of Ondra. Ondra always brought a smile to everyone. She was kind, gracious, loving and a warm human being. We had the pleasure of spending time on their family sailboat with Ondra and Nelson. It was such a joy to spend time with both of you and will always remember the wonderful time getting to know you.. I know she will be missed by so many family, friends and and acquaintances. Our sympathy and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. Her faith in the Lord tells us that she is finally home, hearing Glory, Glory! We will miss you!
I am sending sincere heartfelt condolences to the Family! Retired co-worker ROE, Loretta
Our sincere condolences to you, Nelson, and your family. We are keeping you in our prayers. Ondra was a wonderful person that we enjoyed getting to know.
Nelson and Family, we were so sorry to hear of Ondra’s passing. We enjoyed many good times at the Covington Reunions in Hamlet and Fayetteville, spending time together and enjoying the fellowship and meals. We also kept up with you guys going up and down the waterways on your boat. It’s sad that many families and relatives are spread so far apart that they hardly see each other anymore. God bless you and your family. Norman & Margaret Rachels, Phoenix, AZ.
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Nelson and family, we just learned of Ondra’s passing today. Our sympathy and prayers go out to you. Deborah and John Aldredge
Leiza and I were saddened to learn of Ondra’s passing. Looking back at photos, we recalled pleasant times at the River Rat Yacht Club, where we first met Ondra and Nelson in the early 2000’s. We always enjoyed hearing about their experiences traveling up and down the ICW on Last Boat. Our memories of Ondra include that great smile and her cheerful, friendly and accepting personality. RIP sweet lady.
One year has gone by already. We all miss Ondra so much
Birthday girl today. Sure do miss those birthday calls.
Two years now. We all still miss her so very much.
Your 75th birthday today! Jackson is going off to college. You would be so proud of all of the grandchildren.
Three years today and will always be missed so very much