Lottie McAlister High
June 22, 1924 ~ August 19, 2013
Mrs. Lottie McAlister High of Rocky Mount, NC passed away Monday, August 19, 2013 after an extended illness. She was born on June 22, 1924 in Central, South Carolina to Lottie Gillespie McAlister and Edd Hall McAlister. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Dr. John Thomas High of Rocky Mount; her siblings, Arthur, James, Claude, Vernon, Henry and Jack McAlister, and Mrs. Cappie Black, all of the Upstate South Carolina area.
Mrs. High is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Ann High and husband Bill Deans, and Margaret H. Privott and husband Cameron, all of Rocky Mount; and two sons, John Thomas High, Jr. and wife Karen of Raleigh, NC and Robert McAlister High and wife Marie of Durham, NC. Grandchildren: Andrew Stephen High and wife Leanne, Amanda Elizabeth High, John Randolph Deans, Richard McAlister Deans, David Lewis Deans, Cameron McAlister Privott, Thomas Winborne Privott and Emily Alexander Privott. She is also survived by her dear friend, Mrs. Velma Lyons of Whitakers, NC and a very special Angel.
Mrs. High was Valedictorian of her high school class, attended Central Wesleyan College (now Southern Wesleyan University) and moved to Rocky Mount in 1948 as a bookkeeper for Chandler Department Stores. She met her husband, a local optometrist, and resided in Rocky Mount where she was a homemaker and active in numerous local organizations. She served on
the North Carolina Zoological Council for 12 years during the zoos formation and earned the NC Order of the Long Leaf Pine for her efforts. She was known for her ability to converse on any subject from sports to politics, her keen sense of humor, generosity towards others, and in the last years of her life, her tremendous love and pride for her grandchildren.
Mrs. High was a member of West Haven Presbyterian Church. The family will have a private committal followed by a service of celebration at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 11:00 am conducted by the Reverend Dr. Preston Smith. Visitation will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to West Haven Presbyterian Church, 1001 West Haven Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC, 27803: Agape Village Foundation, PO Box 7175, Rocky Mount, NC, 27804; or Autumn Care of Nashs Residents Council Courtyard Fund, 1210 Eastern Ave, Nashville, NC, 27856.
The family would also like to thank Peggy Thomas, Senetra Daniels, and the excellent staff of Autumn Care of Nash for their professionalism, friendship and loving care.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 North Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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I never met Lottie, but I know she was a wonderful person to have such a great family! Rest in peace and the loving embrace of Heaven. Karen Cotton
I never met Lottie either but have heard many stories that made me smile and think in a way I did know her. She certainly has left beautiful legacy with her wonderful family.
I’m sorry for your loss! I didn’t know Lottie personally, but I know what it feels like to lose a loved one in death! During this time of sadness, comfort is needed, and Jehovah(Ps 8318), provides comfort through his word the bible(2 Cor.13-5). Just imagine a time, when there will be no one will saying that they are sick, -Isa.3324! Will death continue to be our enemy The bible states that the last enemy death, is to be brought to nothing,-1 Cor. 1526. How wonderful to know that death will be no more,-Rev 214, 5. How wonderful it would be to see Lottie again! When Jesus was on earth he was deeply saddened by the death of his friend Lazarus! He comforted Lazarus sister Martha by saying your brother will rise. I am the resurrection and the life. He that exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life, -John 1123-25. This is what happen! By the power of his father Jehovah, Jesus resurrected his friend Lazarus,-John 1138-45! The bible promises a resurrection hope, -John 528, 29! May your family be comforted and have peace! Please feel free to e-mail me, if you have questions [emailprotected]
I had met Mrs. High some 46 years ago through her daughter, Charlotte. I remember her as being a very loving wife and mother and a quite nice person. I will remember her and her family in my prayers. Chuck Houseworth Raleigh, NC
Love was the reason for the ransom sacrifice, showing the great love that Jehovah & Jesus had for all of mankind. (John 316) What a wonderful gift we have been giving, to have the hope of seeing our loved ones once again. Death is the age-old enemy, we all meet as our journey end. It is never pleasant, when we loss someone we love. The pain at times, is so heart breaking, that our tears, keep on flowing. (Ps. 3418) Even the perfect man, JESUS CHRIST, Gave way to tears. So greatly grieved was he over the death of his friend, Lazarous. (John 1135) Without fear the way ahead