William “Wayne” Vick
January 28, 1942 ~ May 7, 2018
ROCKY MOUNT - William "Wayne" Vick, age 76, passed away on Monday, May 7, 2018. Born in Nash County, NC on January 28, 1942, he was the son of the late William Phesington Vick and Eleanor Willey Vick. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Troy Vick.
Wayne worked at Pepsi Bottling Ventures and retired after 30 years. He was a creature of habit. Every morning he would go to Hardee's to enjoy breakfast and discuss politics with his retired friends. He would take Duke to the Wishing Well Farm Kennels so he could enjoy playing outside with his canine friends. Wayne also would visit Sammy's to continue his discussion of politics and the local news. You would find Wayne dinning most nights at Brian's Cheesesteaks or K & W.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory daughters: Sandra Keeter (Arnold) of Roanoke Rapids, Lori Clay (Brandt) of Enfield and Lisa Lambert (Tim) of Roanoke Rapids; son, Mike Vick (Mandi) of Rocky Mount, NC. Wayne leaves behind 8 grandchildren: A.J. Keeter (Amber), Jennifer Keeter, Chris Clay (Kelsey), Matthew Clay, Lauren Barlow (Justin), Timmie Lambert (Caitlin), Michael Vick and Makaleigh Vick. 5 great-grandchildren: Hayden Barlow, Waylon Barlow, Laiten Lambert, Baylor Lambert and Jace Clay; and his favorite canine companion, Duke. He is also survived by his sister Betty Faye House of Rocky Mount and brother, David Vick (Becky) of Whitakers; and several nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Whitakers Cemetery.
The Family will receive friends and relatives on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Johnson Funeral Home, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount and other times, the family will receive friends at the home of his daughter, Lori Clay.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Wishing Well Farm Kennel, 2449 Leggett Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27801.
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
Location Not Available
Wednesday 5/9, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Family will receive friends and relatives on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Johnson Funeral Home, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount and other times, the family will receive friends at the home of his daughter, Lori Clay.
Service
Whitakers Cemetery
Hwy 33 East
Whitakers, NC 27891
Thursday 5/10, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Whitakers Cemetery.
Cemetery
Whitakers Cemetery
Hwy 33 East
Whitakers, NC 27891
Thursday 5/10, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Whitakers Cemetery.
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In memory of William Wayne Vick, Jackie and Keith Clarke lit a candle
Lisa and family, so sorry for the loss of your dad. God bless you all with peace and wonderful memories. Marcia Allsbrook Royal
Dear Vick family, At this difficult and painful time I hope you’ll accept my condolence and deep regrets for your loss for I lost my entire family to this enemy death and would like to share where i found hope and comfort at that time. I found this in what I read in Jehovah Gods word the Bible at John528,29 for there it tells us we’ll see our love ones again in the resurrection when Jesus brings them back here on earth and Isaiah258 tells us that this enemy death will be swallowed up forever. These scriptures and others help me cope with my loss and get through each day because now I know I’ll see my love ones again and so can you. I wanted to share this with you now when hope and comfort is needed hoping this will help you also in some way for this is my purpose in sharing this with you at this time and please know that I do share your grief and hope you’ll feel free to let me know if I accomplished my purpose. I hope to hear from you. Sincerely, GM
Every day for ten years Wayne has brought Duke to WishingWell Kennel. It was like having my dad back because both had jobs that kept them on the road. Both were walking gps, restaurant critics… and both believed that food is love. Wayne always brought biscuits for our foster dogs. When they heard his truck they would press their faces to the window and drool. We will miss him so much. Wayne, I promise to give your boys their biscuits.
Mike, Lori and Family, We were so surprised and sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. This was so quick. God always has a plan and we don’t understand sometimes the reason. I know you have lots of memories of dad and Freddie has lots of memories of the race days with him. I pray God will comfort you all during this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My prayers are with you all. May God give you peace and comfort. I am so sorry for your loss.
My sincere sympathy on your loss. Prayers for peace & comfort in the coming difficult days.
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So very sorry to hear of your loss. It is NEVER easy. Prayers for peace and comfort through the grieving process. Love you.
Mike and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. I have many great memories of working with him at Pepsi. Please know that you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Buddy and Bobbie Robinson