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Frank Ramey Livesay

November 7, 1931 ~ June 7, 2019

RALEIGH - Frank Ramey Livesay, age 87, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2019. Born in Rocky Mount, NC on November 7, 1931, he was the son of the late John Ramey Livesay and Ethel Ellis Livesay. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, John Thomas Livesay and Rev. Alexander Ellis Livesay; and sisters, Virginia Livesay McKoy and Nan Livesay Roberson. Frank graduated from Rocky Mount Senior High School in 1951 where he was president of the senior class. He played varsity football and basketball, won the Civitan Citizen's Award, and was a delegate to North Carolina Boys' State. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the US Coast Guard and was stationed in Bermuda, performing search and rescue until 1954. Frank returned to North Carolina and attended NC State University. He became a tobacco auctioneer, then went into sales for M&M Tank Lines and Colonial Oil Company. Later, he founded Livesay and Associates, a commercial real estate firm, and led a successful real estate career until retirement in 2010. Frank was a big guy with a commanding personality and booming voice to match his plaid pants. He loved life and was full of joy. When asked, "How are you doing?" he would always answer, "If I were doing any better I couldn't stand it!" He was always the life of the party. Big Frank's Bloody Mary's are famous all over Eastern North Carolina. An avid NC State fan, he was a committed Kiwanis Club member, president of the Cotillion Club of Rocky Mount, an enthusiastic volunteer for Meals on Wheels and loved a good round of golf. He adored his wife, Charlotte Anne, and treated her like a queen. Like his idol, Frank Sinatra, he did it his way. Frank leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 57 years, Charlotte Curtis Livesay; and his children, Frank Ramey Livesay, II (Samantha) of Blounts Creek, Leigh Livesay Gates (John) of Raleigh, and Curtis Stephen Livesay (Amy) of Cary. He is also survived by grandchildren, Kailey Elizabeth Livesay, Frank Ellis Gates, Wade Manly Gates, John Sterling Gates, IV, Thomas Erasmus Daniel Gates, Katherine Isabelle Gates, Peyton Anne Livesay, and Rachel Elizabeth Livesay; sister, Edith Harriet Livesay; and several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Frank's Life will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 2:00 PM at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 301 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Father David Buck officiating. A visitation will follow the service in the Commons Area of St. Andrews Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Apex Rescue Squad, 315 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27502; Duke Hospice-Hock Family Pavilion, 4023 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, NC 27704; or St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 301 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. 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 St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Commons Area 301 S. Circle Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Wednesday 6/12, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm A Visitation will follow the service in the Commons Area of St. Andrews Episcopal Church. Service St. Andrew's Episcopal Church 301 S. Circle Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-443-2070 --> | Wednesday 6/12, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm A Celebration of Frank's Life will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 2:00 PM at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 301 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Father David Buck officiating.

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  1. Dear Friends, Flora and I met Frank and his dear wife Charlotte several years ago here at Waltonwood-Cary Parkway. Frank soon earned the nickname The Governor and in his booming voice, and in his own words, he would tell everyone around the dining table how he suffered through WWII in the U.S. Coast Guard on the island of Bermuda. We enjoyed this man of God and dear wife immensely during their stay here. Now Frank is with the Great Healer and his Savior, Jesus Christ and he will live in eternal peace with Him forever. Our love and prayers are with Charlotte and we ask the Blessings of God Almighty over this wonderful family of theirs. Joe and Flora Kosarski, Waltonwood-Cary Parkway

  2. My condolences to the family. Please be comforted by the Bible’s promise of the resurrection. John 528,29, Acts 2415. If you would like to learn more about the wonderful promises in the bible, please visit jw.org.

  3. Sending condolences from my family to yours for the passing of your father, Stephen. My prayers go out to the entire Livesay family.

  4. In memory of Big Frank. We are so sorry for your loss. May the many memories and stories of Big Frank bring a smile and may the thoughts, prayers and hugs bring you comfort. Love and hugs to you Frank (aka Uncle Frank) and to the family. We love you.

  5. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I hope that you find peace that he is not suffering any longer and that God has him in his arms now.

  6. Our sincere condolences to all the family, especially Ms. Charlotte. We really enjoyed spending many laughs and good times with Big Frank and will always cherish the memories we had together. He was truly unique, classy, and a very special man to all who knew him.

  7. My sincere sympathy to the family. May 2 Cor 13,4 be of comfort to you and your family The Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort who comfort us during our trials.


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