Henry Cooper Edmondson
November 7, 1952 ~ April 29, 2017
ROCKY MOUNT - Henry Cooper Edmondson, age 64, passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2017. Born in Edgecombe County, NC, on November 7, 1952, he was the son of the late Charles Thomas Edmondson, Sr. and Lanie Tolston Edmondson. He was also preceded in death by two of his siblings, Barbara Edmondson Johnson and Charles Thomas "CT" Edmondson, Jr.
Henry graduated from Rocky Mount Senior High School in 1971. He was drafted, joined the United States Navy, and was able to attend East Carolina University for one year before serving his country as Yeoman 2nd Class Petty Officer from 1972 to 1976. He earned his Associate's Degree in Accounting from Nash Community College. He went on to work with his father at Edmondson Accounting Service and eventually took over the family business. Henry was an avid ECU supporter and fan through the good times and bad. He was a dedicated member of the ECU Pirate Club, West Edgecombe Ruritan Club, and Rocky Mount Evening Optimist Club. Henry loved ECU and was known for his tailgating, Brunswick Stew, and ECU road trips. He was a member of Englewood United Methodist Church. Henry was a loving husband, father, G-Daddy, and friend and will be dearly missed by all those who knew him.
Henry leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 42 years, Llewellyn Worsley Edmondson; daughters, Kelley Edmondson Tyndall and husband, Chris, of Rocky Mount; and Ashley Edmondson Van Liere and husband, Daniel, of Greenville. He is also survived by grandchildren, Darcy Anne Tyndall, Ayden Lane Tyndall, Stella Reagan Van Liere, and Henry Thatcher Van Liere; sister, Dianne Edmondson Scheibe and husband, Dick; and six nieces.
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Englewood United Methodist Church, 300 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount with the Rev. Terry Williams and Rev. Jim Bell officiating. Burial will follow at Brake Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Englewood United Methodist Church, 300 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or Boys & Girls Homes of North Carolina, Inc., Credit Club: Rocky Mount Evening Optimist Club, 400 Flemington Drive, Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and 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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Llewellyn, Kelly, Ashley and family, I will miss Henry more than words can say. Love all of you.
Llewellyn, I’m so sorry to hear about Henry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do. Carol Lancaster
Our thoughts and prayers are with Henry’s family. Lensey & Nancy Murray
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From your life in Edgecombe side of town, Little League with Steve, Christ Church stews and barbeques, to Oakwood Swim Team promotions and a forever Pirate; Henry was the eternal Optimist. We are thankful to have been part of his world where enthusiasm and goal setting was always in the air and acceptance of everyone was a given. God bless the family, Llewellyn, Kelley, and Ashley. You were his world and though he reached out to everyone, he could never have been so helpful without your support and love. Backing him up. Love ya’ll, Steve and Rita
Henry was just a good guy!!!! Honored to have called him a friend!!! May God’s love comfort all the family & friends in this time of sorrow!! old taylor
Llewellyn, Kelly, Ashley and family, our hearts are broken to hear of Henry’s passing. We have lost a dear friend but you have lost your rock. Please know that you are all in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. May God wrap his arms around you and bring you comfort now and in the days ahead. Teresa and Al Bullard
Llewellyn, we heard in Sunday School this morning about Henry’s passing. Please know that you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers as you deal with your loss. May God comfort and sustain you now and in the days and weeks to come. Nancy and Bobby Ellis
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Being a employee for 22 years at Edmondon Accounting Services. I can truly say u had to know him to love him. What a kind and loving individual. Never meet a stranger everyone was a friend. Lou kelly Ashley Darcy addin, G daddy will greatly be miss but will never be forgotten. Stay strong family and always remember the good times and laughter Henry gave to us. Rest In peace Henry….. Shonquella Arrington
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Llewellyn and family. Love, hugs, and prayers for all of you. Henry will be missed by so many.
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Our hearts go out to you and your family Llewellan.
A Yellow candle to represent the Gold from our high school days. Rest in Peace my Rocky Mount Senior High Classmate.
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Danny and Frances Southerland
So sorry for Loss of Henry, he will greatly be missed. James and Cathy Hollifield
Llewelyn, Ben and I are so sad to hear of Henry’s passing. We both have memories of his kindness, love of his family and love of his Pirates. Please know we will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his loving arms around all of you and comfort you during this difficult time. Ben and Ruthie (Grayson) Toler
Rest in Peace Big Guy
Llewellyn, I was so sorry to hear of Henry’s passing. I have fond memories of you both at RMSH. You and your family will be in my prayers during this very difficult time. Laura (Dennis) Poore
Our hearts are broken for you, Llewellyn, and your precious family. We will hold you in our hearts and prayers. Sending you our love and blessings. Annette and Bob Allen
Henry will always be remembered for his ability to bring a quick smile to anyone who talked with him. He just had a personality that was people friendly. I know that the pirate family will miss him, but his family will always have him in their hearts.
Henry did my taxes for over 35 years. He was more than my tax preparer, I counted him as a dear friend. We played racquetball almost every day for several years. We ate lunch together a couple of times over the past 3 weeks. My heart has been broken since I learned of his passing and my prayers go out for Llewellyn and the family. This is a great loss for all who knew him. I thank God that I had the opportunity to know and call him my friend. Harry R. Kahn
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Henry you were one of the nicest people I ever met. I enjoyed all the time I spent with you. Playing golf, hanging out at the MNO farm, eating his brunswick stew, getting my taxes done at the last minute to name a few. Thank you Henry for being you and I know Heaven just got a super soul added to it’s roster. You will be truly missed by all who knew you. May God bless and comfort your family and keep them safe. David & Linda Mosley
Henry was a great man, he made me laugh the few times I met him easier than anyone else ever had. Rest in peace, friend
The the Edmondson Family Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal! God Bless! Katrina Thorne, CDC RMHS
Henry was one.of the nicest guys we have ever known.It is very painful for us We will miss. our friend for always. He was the kind of person you were just we happy to be around. He was the only person that loved ECU.more than us. JIm and Shelia Daniels
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Dene L. Dawes