Clara Jean Vick Mullen
September 14, 1932 ~ June 29, 2022
ROCKY MOUNT - Clara "Jean" Vick Mullen, age 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, surrounded by her family. Born in Nash County, NC on Wednesday, September 14, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Vick and Effie Boone Vick. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Walter Gray Mullen; and her four brothers, Lee, Olvas, Edward and Earl, and her sister, Clarene.
Jean was a wonderful lady and a loyal friend to many. She retired from Nash X-Ray Associates. She was known wherever she worked as a dedicated worker. Known as Honey to Walt, Mama to Kenneth and Greg, and Nunnie to her grandchildren, she was a lady who loved her Lord and her family. She was especially fond of her Sunday School class and her teacher Gail Acree. Mama never sought any recognition and recognized goodness in others. She was a fierce protector of her family and a confidant to her many friends, her lunch buddies, and her "phone mates". She practiced James 1:19 throughout her life - "Be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry".
Jean leaves to cherish her memory, her "two boys", Kenneth and his wife, Debbie Mullen of Rocky Mount and Greg and his wife Kedron Mullen of Pendleton, SC; her grandchildren, Shannon Mullen Maloney (Rob), Travis Mullen and Chet Cereno; her great-grandchildren, Madison and Camryn Maloney; and a very special niece, Sharon Eatman.
A Graveside Service to celebrate Jean's life will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Mike Stamper officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the graveside services at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Jean's memory to Arlington Baptist Church Building Fund, 1500 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27803.
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
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Saturday 7/2, 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the graveside services at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
Service
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Saturday 7/2, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
A Graveside Service to celebrate Jean's life will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Mike Stamper officiating.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Saturday 7/2, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
A Graveside Service to celebrate Jean's life will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Mike Stamper officiating.
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Know that we care and our sorry we can’t be there with you. Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Clara Mullen by Jonnie and Courtney Hoffman. Send Flowers
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I am shocked to see this. Ms. Jean was my neighbor for most of my childhood and through my adolescence years. I grew up across the street from the family. Ms. Jean was always kind, generous and loved by all that knew her. She was dedicated to her family and a loyal friend to my mom and dad, as was Mr. Walt. I always knew that they had a watchful eye on me when even my parents might not have! Not! Mrs. Jean thought of me, like a daughter I think sometimes, when a position presented itself at Nash X-Ray Associates and she recommended me, I applied, and I have been with them now 32 years in September. She retired in the 90’s. We stayed connected, had lunch a few times, but not as much as we should have. I will miss you my sweet forever Ms. Jean. Much love to you Greg, Kenneth, Debbie, Shannon, Travis, and all the family.
I am so sorry for your loss and really surprised. I thought she was about ready to come home. I remember Walt and Jean from when I was a child. They were dating and came to house our real often to visit my mother a daddy. I pray the Lord will touch the family in a special way and give you peace and encouragement. You are in His presence.
We were so saddened to hear about Jean’s passing. Praying for her pain to end in God’s will. she is now comforted in Heaven with our Lord. Our prayers are now for you all, family and friends, for sweet memories and easing grief. God bless!
Sending our deepest condolences and prayers for peace and comfort. Your Light Shines was purchased for the family of Clara Mullen by Kyle, Connie, & Grayson Armbruster. Send Flowers
Chief………just heard the news. I know far too well the pain of losing a mom. I hope you will always have great memories of her. I know she was very proud of all your accomplishments.
I thought of lot of your Dad and Mom. They were part of my Williford Town. Your Mom was a dear friend of my sister, Pansy. God bless you and comfort you.