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Barbara Williams Winstead

May 4, 1941 ~ November 8, 2019

ROCKY MOUNT - Barbara Williams Winstead, age 78, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2019. Born in Edgecombe County, NC on May 4, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Melton Paul Williams and Ellen Winstead Williams. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Janice Williams Davis. Barbara made a difference in the life of everyone who knew her and she leaves behind a tremendous legacy of life, love, and laughter. Barbara had a wonderful and loving relationship with her husband of 54 years, Ray. She loved her grandchildren and enjoyed watching all of their events from soccer to tennis to baseball to dancing. Barbara leaves behind to cherish her memory, husband, Ray Winstead; and daughters, Carla Winstead Luper and husband, Joseph, of Nashville, and Susan Winstead Fluno and husband, Chad, of Nashville. She is also survived by grandchildren, Cameron Luper and wife, Allie, Austin Luper, Caleb Fluno, and Marissa Fluno; brothers, George M. Williams and wife, Virginia, of Rocky Mount, Joseph F. Williams and wife, Nancy, of Macclesfield; Paul C. Williams and wife, Julie, of Rocky Mount; and several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, November 11, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Eric Packard officiating. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. The family would like to extend a special heartfelt thank you to Dr. Margaret Metts and Dr. Keith A. Lerro and their staff as well UNC Nash Health Care Systems Hospice & Palliative Care for their dedicated service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Sandy Cross United Methodist Church, 3725 Sandy Cross Road, Nashville, NC 27856. 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 Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Monday 11/11, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. Service Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Monday 11/11, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, November 11, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Eric Packard officiating. Cemetery Rocky Mount Memorial Park 4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Monday 11/11, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.

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  1. Sympathy and prayers for her family . May God give you all loving grace. Hope cherished memories of good times and many pictures will bring joy more than sadness in days to come. God’s grace is sufficient for you all. With heartfelt prayers, Martha Lancaster Barnes and family

  2. Carla, I was so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. I remember Ms. Barbara well from my many years at Hardee’s corporate. She was always such a nice and classy lady. Sending up lots of prayers for you and your family for strength, comfort and peace. God Bless You.

  3. Susan, Hugs and prayers for you and your family. I know your mama was a special lady because she helped raised a wonderful daughter. Praying your memories will bring a smile and will remind you that her love goes on through you. Love you!!!

  4. Praying for you all. Barbara was a wonderful person who loved her family. She loved to laugh!! Barbara has left lots of sweet memories that will help you in the days to come. May God wrap you in His loving arms and give you strength and peace. Love you all!❤ Love, Janet

  5. So sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. She was a wonderful person and coworker when we worked together at Hardee’s. My prayers and sympathy go out to Ray and the children and grandchildren. May God give you peace at this time of grief and sorrow.

  6. Ray I offer my condolences to you and family.. I know it’s not easy, but I believe that our heavenly father knows the grief you feel and stands with you. I’m here for you if you feel you want me to talk to. I know you have many friends that feel the same. Marshall

  7. Susan and Carla, your mom leaves such a precious legacy through her family. She was so kind and gentle, and I see that trait in both of you as well. I would get tickled at her during visits when she reminded your dad to not get to get too loud as he shared some experience they’d just encountered. She was always such a joy to be around and lifted the spirits of those in her presence. I am so glad I was able to get to know her and call her my friend. She was always a blessing to me and I will miss her.

  8. Ray, Ken and I were so sorry to learn about Barbara, she was a pretty and sweet lady. Our prayers for you and your family. God Bless you, Ken and Janelle


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