ROCKY MOUNT - Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, age 77, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019. Born in Nash County, NC on August 24, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Sam J. Batchelor and Bessie Smith Batchelor. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, George T. Sawrey, Sr.; three brothers, Dalmar S. Batchelor, Julian A. Batchelor, and Harl C. Batchelor; two sisters, Omer Batchelor Summerlin and Mary June Batchelor Carrico.
Dorothy was an active member of Southside Baptist Church where she dearly loved serving Christ with her Christian brothers and sisters. She retired from First Union National Bank (now Wells Fargo) with 40 years of service. Dorothy spent many years volunteering at Enjoy. She loved traveling and spending time with family. Dorothy's greatest wish and prayer was that all her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren would join her in Heaven one day.
Dorothy leaves behind to cherish her memory, husband, Billy R. Vick; daughter, Denise Sawrey Reason and husband, Marvin, of Elm City; son, George Sawrey, Jr. of Rocky Mount; step-sons, Jeff Vick and wife, Sherri, of Taylors, SC, and Mike Vick and wife, Susan, of Rocky Mount. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Tonya Sawrey Hadnott, Ashley Sawrey Jones, Amanda Sawrey Stalls, Josh Reason, Joah Reason, Thomas Sawrey, Ben Vick, Caitlyn Vick Greene, Jordan Vick, Emily Vick, and Anna Reese Vick; and 15 great-grandchildren; and best friends, Mary Williford and Barbara Sullivan.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at 2:30 PM at Southside Baptist Church, 4948 Carter Road, Elm City, NC 27822, with the Pastor CJ Cauble officiating. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. A visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of Southside Baptist Church.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to Southside Baptist Church Building Fund, 4948 Carter Road, Elm City, NC 27822.
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
Southside Baptist Church Sanctuary
4948 Carter Road
Elm City, NC 27822
Thursday 7/25, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
A visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of Southside Baptist Church.
Service
Southside Baptist Church
4948 Carter Road
Elm City, NC 27822
Thursday 7/25, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at 2:30 PM at Southside Baptist Church, 4948 Carter Road, Elm City, NC 27822, with the Pastor CJ Cauble officiating.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Thursday 7/25, 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
We love you Dorothy! ❤️. Will miss seeing you on Sunday while eating. Shelter in the arms of God!
Sincere condolences on the passing of Aunt Dorothy. What a beautiful heart she had. Her memories will live on in those of us that were blessed to have her in our lives. Have a belated birthday celebration for mom in heaven.
There are no words Aunt Dorothy to tell you how much you will be missed. I love you so much ! May God keep you safely in his loving arms.
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Jasmine lit a candle
My prayers are for the family, may God surround you with His loving grace. I hope cherished memories of good times will help bring a smile and laughter soon.
So sorry to hear of your loss u and your family are in our thoughts love Jackie
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Evelina lit a candle
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Nancy Rose lit a candle
I am so sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing.She was a genuine christian who lived out her faith every day. I will always cherish my memories of her and especially her help to Susan and I when we were getting married and needed here expertise on a home loan. May God comfort your hearts as only He can.
May your spirit live forever, I love the Vick Family. Stay strong ♥️
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Frances Proctor lit a candle
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Dorothy’s passing. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May God give you all peace and comfort during this time of grief.
Words can not fully express my grief. Dorothy had a sweet personality and she had a mother (Ma Bessie) who was just as sweet. Hoping they are together now.
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Vick, Truman & Sandi Vickers lit a candle
We are so sorry for the loss of such a sweet, wonderful soul! Aunt Dorothy will be truly missed.
We Love You.!
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Joan Weeks lit a candle
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Paul Armstrong lit a candle
Our deepest sympathy along with our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Denise and the family during this time. Dorothy was a kind and caring lady who treated us as friends during her years at First Union. She will be greatly missed.
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Faye R Cary lit a candle
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Mary Frances Winstead lit a candle
Sorry Very Sorry For Your Loss! Thoughts And Prayers With All Of You ! She Was Such A Sweet Caring and Beautiful Lady !
In memory of Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick, Janice Killebrew lit a candle