William Douglas Ezzell
April 30, 1931 ~ May 18, 2013
William "Bill" Douglas Ezzell, Sr., 82 years of age, peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013 in his home with his family by his side. He was born in Nash County on April 30, 1931, the son of the late Jessie Ezzell and Zollie and Minnie Tharrington. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Tharrington and wife Miriam.
After graduation from Red Oak High School, Bill met the love of his life and married his soulmate of 63 years, Ina Moore Ezzell who passed away June 2012. Together they built a life that centered around God, family, friends, and their community. An avid golfer and sports enthusiast, Bill designed, developed and built Green Hills Golf Course 1961-1985. A man of strong convictions, Bill also completed Divinity School and together, he and Ina became the founding members of Rock Church in Wilson NC from 1971 - 2008. Throughout his life Bill shared his faith, love, wisdom, and humor with all.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his daughter, Sherryl Ezzell Tipton and husband Ed of Greenville; his son, William Douglas Ezzell Jr. and wife Robin of Rocky Mount; three grandchildren, Tanya Ezzell Andrews and husband Matthew of Momeyor, Kelsey Elizabeth Tipton of Los Angeles CA and Williams Douglas Ezzell III of Rocky Mount. He will also be remembered by his brothers, Walter Tharrington and wife Mary and Richard Tharrington and wife Beth; sister, Jean Tharrington Gilbert and husband John; and many loving relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimers Research Foundation, 1305 Navaho Drive, Suite 101, Raleigh NC 27609.
A memorial service to celebrate Bill's life will take place at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home in Rocky Mount on Wednesday, May 22, 2013. The visitation will begin at 12:30 p.m. followed by the service at 2:00 p.m. with Mike Clark officiating. Graveside service will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery following the service. The family will receive friends at the home of Bill and Ina Ezzell.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 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, NC 27804
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Wednesday 5/22, 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 5/22, 2:00 pm
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Forest Hill Cemetery
350 North 1st Street, Ext.
Nashville, NC 27856
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