Deborah Calhoun Whitley
August 16, 1948 ~ February 12, 2018
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ROCKY MOUNT - Deborah Calhoun Whitley, age 69, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018. Born in Edgecombe County, NC on August 16, 1948, she was the daughter of the late George Dempsey Calhoun, Sr. and Evelyn Taylor Calhoun. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Chris Taylor Calhoun.
Deborah retired with the City of Rocky Mount as a data processor with over 20 years of dedicated service. She was a member of West Edgecombe Baptist Church. A loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Deborah will be dearly missed and will never be forgotten.
Deborah leaves behind to cherish her memory, son, Lance Whitley and Kelly Radford, of Rocky Mount; and daughter, Brigette Pridgen and husband, Sammy, of Rocky Mount. She is also survived by grandchildren, Samuel Pridgen and wife, Megan, Ashley Pridgen and fianc, Marcus Joyner, Justin Pridgen, Logan Whitley, Sara Grace Whitley, great-grandchildren, Cali Pridgen, Brooklynn Joyner, and Easton Joyner; brothers, George Dempsey Calhoun, Jr. and wife, Audrey, of Elm City, Kelly Lee Calhoun and wife, Ellen, of Rocky Mount; sister, Becky Calhoun of Rocky Mount; and several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Deborah's Life will be held on Friday, February 16, 2018 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Joe Price officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and other times at the home of her daughter, Brigette Pridgen, 59 Nancy Taylor Lane, Rocky Mount.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to West Edgecombe Baptist Church, 13821 NC Hwy. 43, North, 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
Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 2/16, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and other times at the home of her daughter, Brigette Pridgen, 59 Nancy Taylor Lane, Rocky Mount.
Service
Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 2/16, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Celebration of Deborah's Life will be held on Friday, February 16, 2018 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Joe Price officiating.
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Our sincerest condolences to Deborah’s family and friends during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and payers are with the family. Danny and Sherry Bunn
Deborah was my special friend from 5th grade through highschool, marriage , children and grandchildren. Deborah helped me understand diabetes when my youngest daughter was diagnosed. She will forever hold special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with Brigette, Lance, grandchilden ,her brothers,Kelly and George and sister Becky. In Loving Sympathy, Martha L. Barnes and husband Tom
Our prayers and love for you all during this difficult time. She was a kind and sweet lady. God bless you all.
Sorry to hear of Deborah’s passing. I have so many happy loving memories of us growing up. Deborah was always so thoughtful and kind to my mom, that meant so much. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Brenda Todd Weise
To George, Kelly. and Becky, Time seems to be chipping away at our family. But time can never erase the memories and love that we have shared with Deborah and all the other Calhoun family. Please know that I share your grief and loss and I will have you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, H.D. Griffin
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Deborah was the epitome of kindness and gentleness ✝️ She loved everyone and everyone loved her❤️ Prayers for her family.
Our thoughts and prayers are for her family and all extended family. I didn’t know her that long. I remember running into her twice at the store where she greeted me with her special smile. Always had a smile n made me feel welcome at church. Will be missing her but know she is rejoicing with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Lance and Family, Very sorry for your loss. May GOD comfort you during this difficult time.