Brenda Lee Whitaker Silver
July 14, 1961 ~ March 5, 2024
ENFIELD – Brenda Lee Whitaker Silver, age 62, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Born in Edgecombe County, NC on July 14, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Howard Whitaker and Gracie Langley Whitaker. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Jennie Whitaker, Gladys Whitaker, and Evangeline Whitaker.
A woman of great faith, Brenda was a member of Evangelistic Church Of Deliverance in Weldon for many years and was also the church’s Sunday School superintendent. Devoted to a lifetime in education, she retired from the Halifax County School District after over 30 years of dedicated service and following her retirement, she went to work for KIPP Halifax College Prep School. Blessed with an infectious smile along with a giving and welcoming personality, Brenda was a laborer of love to all she encountered, never met a stranger, and was always there to help others in need. A devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friend to many, Brenda will be forever loved and deeply missed by all who knew her.
Brenda is survived by her husband, Clayton Silver; her son, Antwione Whitaker and daughter in law, Jacqueline; her daughter, Charnekeya Dixon; her grandchildren, Antwione Whitaker, Jr., Jaylen Whitaker, Brendayah Whitaker, Samariyah Dixon, and SaKoir Felton; her sisters, Ella Lynch (Ray), Mary Whitaker, Hazel Whitaker, Barbara Whitaker, and Debra Williams (Tony); her brothers, Thirel Whitaker (Shiron) and Melvin Whitaker (Christine); and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
A Celebration of Life Service to celebrate Brenda’s life will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Ave., Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
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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To the family and friends of Brenda. It is with sincere sympathy that we extend our condolences for your loss. We pray that you will find healing, comfort and peace through our Lord Jesus Christ who loves you beyond measure!
Death is something we will all encounter and if we don’t make a decision now before we die, about giving our lives to Him, we will face serious consequences for rejecting Him and His love for us, after our departure from this world. Jesus paid a tremendous price for us by taking the wrath of God on the cross, on our behalf, for our sins and rebellion against God. God, being our Creator, sent Jesus, His Son, to lay down His life for us, so we would never have to face God’s eternal judgement once we leave this earth. Death is not the end for any of us. We will all live on, but where is determined by whether or not we surrender our lives to the Lordship of Jesus Christ who is the only way to God the Father and to our salvation from sin, death and destruction. Jesus is only a prayer away. A simple prayer like “Lord Jesus, I believe you are God’s Son who He sent to pay the price for my mistakes, sins, and rebellion against God. Please forgive me for all I have done in rebelling against you, Lord.
I now give and surrender my life to you and ask that you be my Lord and Savior. Thank you for saving me from God’s eternal judgement and allowing me to now be a part of you and your royal family forever. In your name, I pray. Amen. ” God bless you and keep you always during this hour of your grief. I pray you will realize that you’re never alone when you’re in Christ Jesus. His Word guarantees us He will never leave or forsake us.
Ms. Silver, you will truly be missed by your KIPP Halifax Team & Family. We send prayers and well wishes to your family.
Mrs. Silver, I didnt know you but kids speak highly of you. It saddens me to see them dealing with the news of your passing. I will keep your loved ones in prayer. My daughters both Yari & Zaira Olivarez would like to share a few words; Yari says, “Dear Mrs. Silver’s family, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a good teacher to me & my class. She didn’t deserve to die. “ Zaira says, “Dear Mrs. Silver family, she was a nice teacher to me, she was kind & nice. I wanted her to my teacher again. I am sad.” May God bless you & keep you in his glory.
My Dear Aunt Bren,
I’m still in shock. I don’t want to believe this. I will hold tight to all the memories I have of you. You didn’t like taking pictures..lol..but that’s okay because I still remember. To the most loving, caring auntie I loved, I just want to simply say “Thank You”, Thank You, Thank You for all you have done. Well Done Thy Good and faithful servant. Well Done! Until we meet again. Kiss all of our loved ones in heaven 🕊
Love Your Neice,
Tee ❤️💔
I worked with Brenda at Southeast High School for many years. She was always kind and helpful, she will ne missed. God makes no mistakes she is resting in His arms now
Rest In Peace, My Dear Sister. Always in my Heart
Your loving and kind personality would warm up a room. Your smile and words of wisdom would always make you feel better. Now that God has called you home your love will live on through us all. Your generosity and kind hearted way will truly be missed. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.” “No one ever told me that grief felt so much like fear.” “Grief is not a disorder, a disease or a sign of weakness. It is an emotional, physical and spiritual necessity, the price you pay for love. Love you Aunt Bren…
Love Rudy…❤️❤️
On behalf of our late founders, Bishop William and Mother Lucille Cheek, Evangelistic Church of Deliverance Ministry, we reflect on the foundation of two principals that qualify us for the kingdom-our works of faith and labour of love. And so on this day, we celebrate Sister Brenda Whitaker Silver for your kingdom work has been done! To God be the glory!
From our family to yours,
In Love and Faith Forever,
The Cheek Family
Love will heal your hearts! Love heals❤️
Alma Faye Freeman
Roanoke Rapids N. C.
My deepest Condolence To The Family of Brenda Lee Whitaker Silver. When the Lord calls our loved one home, he leaves a gift of precious memories in exchange. Family hold on and cherish your precious memories and let them give you strength,and comfort during this most difficult time of sorrow..
Dear Brenda, It broke my heart to learn of your passing, you was such a dear friend, to me. When I ask you for your help you took me under your wings and did just that.’Oh’ how I loved when you taught Sunday School (Evangelistic Church Of Deliverance) Weldon North Carolina you made it so beautiful to learn from your teaching. Rest in peace my Spiritual Sister in Christ Jesus for I will always honor and cherish the generosity,and love you gave me.
Forever Friend
Alma Faye Freeman Roanoke Rapids N. C.
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family of Brenda. She worked as Secretary at Southeast High School when l served there as Assistant Principal, she was always willing to assist me whenever l needed her and she had a smile that would light up a room. Rest in Peace Brenda 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of my dear sweet friend Sis Silver. She was someone who I admired and truly loved and respected. I enjoyed our talks about the Lord, and collaborating with her about Sunday school and how to reach this generation when it comes to serving the Lord. She always gave words of wisdom. She will be missed greatly! Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying that peace and strength surrounds you all in this difficult time. God Bless You and Comfort You!! Sis Victoria Moody and Brother Terry Moody
Charnekeya,
Sending you my love and heartfelt condolences in the passing of your mom. She was so precious and will be missed. Love you and praying for you
Quitina
To the family, this is cuz.
Better known to family as little sister.
My prayers will be with you all.
Brenda was a very special person.
She, was gifted with a smile that could brighten up anyone’s Days are nights.
God bless her with a heart Of love cares, and needs, for others
She loved the Lord He Made her beautiful from the inside out. Love to my family.
Marcella Smith.
I offer my most sincere condolences to the family of Brenda Silver. She and I worked together in Halifax County Schools for many years. I will never forget the warm greetings I received at Southeast Halifax and that lovely smile that came with it. She has left a legacy and I will forever remember her in a fond way. Sending prayers to her family.
In loving memory of Brenda Silver. To the family: we are so very sorry for your loss but remember her legacy lives on in you. With sympathy and love
Words can not express how thankful I am to have encountered an incredible woman like her. As my Sunday school teacher growing up she have shared so much wisdom and knowledge to me that I will never forgot. She always told me “Travis, it’s the word of God that’s going to sustain you.” I will always hold that near to my heart. I love her and will miss her very much.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Bren, you will be truly missed and fondly remembered for your beautiful smile, generous heart, meek spirit, and love for God and people. Love you always!
-Krissy Pittman Martin
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family of Brenda Whitaker Silver. I have fond memories of our time working together in Halifax County Schools. She was always extremely kind and helpful – a beautiful person inside and outside. Continued prayers and condolences.
Sending love and heartfelt condolences to the Brother Clayton, Antwione, Charnekeya, grandkids, brothers, and sisters of Sister Brenda Silver. I will always remember your contagious smile and welcoming warm demeanor growing up. I pray that the family finds comfort during this difficult time, but also acknowledge that you are resting peacefully in God’s arm’s.
With Love,
Takiysha (Ke)
I was heartbroken to hear of Brenda’s passing. We used to work together at Southeast Halifax High School for many years. I will always cherish the wonderful memories we shared. Please know that my prayers are with you that God will give you peace that surpasses all understanding. Rest in peace my sister, God bless. Venise Marrow & family
Whitaker Strong 🖤