Evelyn Willie Gay Glover
May 12, 1929 ~ August 11, 2021
ROCKY MOUNT - Evelyn Willie Gay Glover, age 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, August 11, 2021. Born in Nash County, NC on May 12, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Willie Sloan Gay and Lucy Wells Gay. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Alton Glover, Sr. and their young son Robert Alton Glover, Jr.; her sisters Mary Alice Gay Brown, Emma Lou Gay Pippen, and her brother Marvin Ray Gay.
Evelyn was a knowledgeable and adored home economics teacher for many years in the Rocky Mount area public schools and retired after 37 years of dedication. She was a faithful charter member of Englewood United Methodist Church of which she served in many capacities throughout the years.
Evelyn and Robert welcomed many friends and family into their home over the years with wonderful meals and loving fellowship. All were always welcome and their generosity was extended and felt by anyone who entered their home.
"She is clothed in strength and dignity and laughs without fear of the future."
Proverbs 31:25
Evelyn is survived by her beloved son, Clifton Keith Glover and wife, Fran, her loving granddaughters, Cameron Glover Robey and husband, David, and Chandler Glover Hatley and husband, Zach, and her new great granddaughter, Addison Lawrence Robey, each whom she adored and was extremely proud; her devoted niece Melody Lohmeyer and husband Bill. Evelyn's family will be forever grateful for her loving caregivers, Betty Croom, Saleta Hines, and Mary Pittman.
A family burial will be held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Englewood United Methodist Church, 300 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or to the charity of your choice to help others in need.
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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Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
A family burial will be held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I pray God’s presence will watch over you during this sad time. I thought she was the sweetest person but I missed having her as my teacher at NNSH. She taught my Mama, Jean ( Edwards ) Proctor though. May she Rest in Peace. 3
Such a wonderful teacher and friend. Peace and Love to her family. Karen Kennedy
One of the sweetest teachers that O had.
So sorry to hear of Mrs.Glover passing. She talked me at Northern Nash High School.She was a kind hearted teacher and put her everything into her class. I never forgot her kind words she spoke into my life,along with her giving of cloth for my Mother was not able to get the tool I needed for the class.She was more than a teacher to me.May God reward her for goodness.May the Family lean on God for strength.He will see you thru.
In memory of Evelyn Willie Gay Glover, Cheryl Landin lit a candle
Cliff, Fran, Cameron, Chandler, and Addison, we are very sorry for your loss. May God comfort you at all times and give you peace and strength when you will need them most only He can give. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. David, Cheryl, and David Landin Jr.
In memory of Evelyn Willie Gay Glover, V. Gail Proctor lit a candle
Always a sweet lady. Always!! NNSH class of 1974