ROCKY MOUNT - Corrinne "Crin" Congleton Willcox, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. Born in Lenoir County, NC on April 11, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Wilfred Congleton, Sr. and Theeny Mohorn Congleton. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Harriett Cleaves Congleton Jones; brother, Joseph Wilfred Congleton, Jr.
Corrinne graduated from Aurelian Springs High School in Halifax County in 1956. After high school she attended East Carolina University. In May of 1957, Corrinne married the love of her life, J.N. Willcox. Corrinne worked for Edgecombe-Nash Mental Health and Rocky Mount City Schools and spent 30 years working in the school system with the preschool special needs program, specifically at D.S. Johnson Elementary. Her patience and loving soul allowed her to care for her school children every day. She joined Lakeside Baptist Church in 1960 and left marks all over the music program there. She played the organ there during the evening service for a time, became the piano player for the Children's Choir, and was very active in the Handbell Choir. Corrinne was a beloved alto in the Chancel Choir for over 58 years. She served on numerous committees throughout her membership at Lakeside. Eighty years to the day on which she was born, she passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family as they spirited her off with the chorus of "Happy Birthday". Corrinne leaves behind a long legacy of loving the finer things in life, especially those she could make with her own hands. She often shared her hidden gift of creativity through handmade birthday cards or gifts for each of her children and grandchildren. Corrinne passed on her musical talents to her children, from encouraging them to sing on long car rides to ensuring that everyone always sang to her heart's content before presents on Christmas Day.
Corrinne leaves behind to cherish her memory, husband of 61 years, J.N. Willcox of Rocky Mount; and her five children; Jan Mason Willcox Raynor (Jim) of Raleigh, Jaye Corrinne Willcox Biggs (James) of Rocky Mount, Dianne Theeny Willcox Bulluck (Trey) of Rocky Mount, John Albert Willcox (Karla) of Rocky Mount, Ami Paulette Willcox of Atlanta, GA. She is also survived by her eleven grandchildren; Elliot Thomas, Ryan Thomas (Lauren), Nathan Thomas, Allison Willcox, Casey McAuliffe, Carly Rice (Adam), Morgan Willcox, Erin McAuliffe, Emily Raynor, Paige Raynor, and Alex Biggs; sister, Agnes Lystra Congleton Fore of Rogersville, TN.
A Celebration of Corrinne's Life will be held on Friday, April 13, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Lakeside Baptist Church, 1501 Sunset Avenue, Rocky Mount, with Dr. Jody Wright officiating. Following the service, The Family will receive friends in the Sugg Foyer of the Kincheloe Building. A Private Inurnment Service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lakeside Baptist Church Music Program, 1501 Sunset Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC, in Corrinne's honor.
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
Lakeside Baptist Church
1501 Sunset Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 4/13, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Following the service, The Family will receive friends in the Sugg Foyer of the Kincheloe Building.
Service
Lakeside Baptist Church
1501 Sunset Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 4/13, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
A Celebration of Corrinne's Life will be held on Friday, April 13, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Lakeside Baptist Church, 1501 Sunset Avenue, Rocky Mount, with Dr. Jody Wright officiating.
Cemetery
Lakeside Baptist Church Columbarium
1501 Sunset Avenue
Rocky Mount , NC 27804
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A Private Inurnment Service will be held at a later date.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
In memory of Corrinne Crin Congleton Willcox, Alysia Graham lit a candle
Dianne and family, my prayers are with each one
My heart breaks for the entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know there is some beautiful music up in Heaven now.
Prayers up to the entire family. God bless❤️
So sorry to hear the passing of your loved one, our condolences to the family and friends!!
Your mom was one special lady and she will be fondly remembered by many. I am sure that she is playing the most beautiful piano in heaven. The Lord surely had it waiting for her. Praying that your joy will turn to dancing as you rest in the assurance that Miss Crin is with the Lord and you all will join her!
I was the librarian at D.S. Johnson when Corinne was working with special needs children there. She had a kind, sweet spirit and always had a smile on her face. I send my condolences to her family. Nancy Ellis
Oh Jay. My heart hurts for you. Such a lovely lady Mary Frances Winstead
My deepest condolences to the entire Wilcox family. As a member of Ami Wilcox’s F45 family here in Atlanta, GA, I know all our heart are with you and your entire family. May peace be with each and everyone of you today and always. Love, Yolanda, Lauren and Maggie
Beautiful lady, full of grace and love. You will be greatly missed. Love, Ginny, Ricky,and Paige Cobb
Our deepest sympathy to J N and the Wilcox family.
Our deepest sympathy to J N and the Wilcox family.
Condolences to the entire family for the loss of your dear love one. May many fond memories and the love of Almighty God be with y’all.
You had a sweet way of making everyone feel at ease, as if you were one of the family. We will all miss your beautiful smile. ❤️
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
My strength and prayers are with my classmate and friend Ami and her family during this time of transitioning of her mom. May His peace always be with you all. Love you Ami. RMSH Class of ‘83
We are so sorry to hear this loss. Prayers for peace & comfort for you all.
Jaye, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jan, Your Mama has always been a very sweet, talented and encouraging lady! My love and prayers are with you and your family during this time! Heaven has another Beautiful Angel!