Frances Blalock Rodwell
August 29, 1927 ~ June 24, 2015
Frances Blalock Rodwell, age, 87, died Wednesday, June 24, 2015, in Rocky Mount, NC. Born August 29th, 1927 in Lucama, NC, she was the daughter of the late Emmett Franklin Blalock and the late Amy Bass Blalock.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Frances was known for her outgoing personality and quick smile. A graceful woman of deep faith, she loved people, and was unfailingly optimistic.
Frances is survived by her husband of sixty-one years, Jerome T. (Jerry) Rodwell; her son, Stuart Rodwell of Raleigh; her daughter, Amy Bates (Matt) of Richmond, VA; and three grandchildren, Kathryn Rodwell of Raleigh; Rachel Bates and Justin Bates of Richmond, VA; a sister, Louise Bradley of Wilson.
Frances was predeceased by her sisters, Kathleen Hinton and Melba Daniels, and her brother, Ralph E. Blalock, Sr.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at Englewood United Methodist Church at 300 South Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC on with Dr. John Dutton and Dr. Matthew Bates, Jr. officiating. A visitation will held one hour prior to the service from 10:00am to 11:00am. Interment will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to be made to Englewood United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 7128, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements are entrusted to Wheeler Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
You may share your memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
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Saturday 6/27, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Service
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Saturday 6/27, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Oh Aunt Frances, Your smile could light up a room. You were always such a loving person. I send my prayers and strength to the love ones that you have left behind as you join GOD in heaven. You will have no more pain, but be chasing butterflies like a child in heaven.
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Heaven has gained a special lady who was loved by so many here on earth. One of the things that I remember the most about Aunt Frances was her loving smile. She was always smiling and was so kind to everyone. My love and prayers go out to her family. May you find comfort in God’s loving arms in the days ahead. Rebecca Chambliss
My heart goes out to the family of Frances at this time. Although death affects us all, nothing can really prepare us for the loss of a spouse, parent, sibling or grandparent. The Bible repeatedly speaks of the elimination of death and God’s promise of everlasting life (Isaiah 258; Titus 12). The Bible also speaks of the resurrection that Jesus Christ promised, where we will have the opportunity to be reunited with our loved ones. I pray that these scriptures and your memories of Frances will comfort you, until the time when you and her are reunited in the resurrection. Again my deepest sympathy.
To one of the most precious patients that I have ever known. Your beauty and positive attitude shined even during your darkest days. You were an inspiration and I was honored to care for you. Thankful for my angel. I will cherish it forever. May you be dancing with angels tonight.. Rest in peace my friend. Always. ..Camille
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A special lady….we were blessed to have her as our neighbor for many years. She will truly be missed. Rick & Evelyn Brown
We’re thinking of all of you & praying for God’s comforting peace during this difficult time. Love ya’ll! Chuck Rodgers’ & family.
We are moved though a silence, A quite sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word. We may not understand, why our loved one left so soon. Why they left before we were ready to say goodbye. Little by little, we will began to remember not just that they died, but that they lived. That your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. During our grief, we need to lean on God, for comfort. One of the most comfort to me is Ps. 3418 Jehovah is near to those who are broken hearted, & those crushed in spirit, he saves.