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Edwin Braxton Poythress

December 22, 1931 ~ October 14, 2021

ROCKY MOUNT - Edwin Braxton Poythress, age 89, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021. Born in Vance County, NC on December 22, 1931, he was the son of the late Cyrus Thomas Poythress and Osceola Young Williams (Poythress) King. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Janet Abbott Poythress; his sisters, Irene Fenner Poythress, Zera Poythress; his brothers, Marion Thomas Poythress, George Madison Poythress and William Young "Bill" Poythress. Edwin leaves behind to cherish his memory his daughters, Patricia Shumack (Don) of Nashville and Diana Zwilling (Gregg) of Wake Forest; his son, Michael Poythress(Deborah) of Castalia. He is also survived by grandchildren, Kristen Robinson (Ryan), Elizabeth Shumack (Bruce), Kelley Poythress (David); great-grandchildren, Joel, Gideon and Bailey Robinson; and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Edwin's Life will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021 4:00 PM at RISE Church, 3520 Bishop Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Minister Ryan Robinson and Pastor Richard Gurganus officiating. A visitation will be from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of RISE Church. The family would like to say a special thank you to Maxine Moore, Cassie Arrington, Linda Nicholson, Veronica Dancy, Velma Richardson and Idell Perry for their care and dedication to Edwin and our family. 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 RISE Church - Rocky Mount Campus 3520 Bishop Road Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-557-1793 --> | Sunday 10/17, 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm A visitation will be from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of RISE Church. Service RISE Church - Rocky Mount Campus 3520 Bishop Road Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-557-1793 --> | Sunday 10/17, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm A Celebration of Edwin's Life will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021 4:00 PM at RISE Church, 3520 Bishop Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Minister Ryan Robinson and Pastor Richard Gurganus officiating.

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  1. My sincere condolences to this loving family, I will always remember Mr. P because I could not pronounce that last name as much as I tried, so he said just call me Mr P and he would answer to that. Mr P was a funny man he could always make you laugh even if you weren’t in the mood.

  2. My sincere condolences to this family. Mr. Poythress hired me, fresh out of school, back in 1983 for my first job at Hardee’s corporate. I learned a lot from him…he gave me a chance that laid the foundation for my career. He was a very smart man and he was kind. My prayers for all of you during this difficult time.

  3. My sincere condolences to the Poythress family. I worked for Mr. Poythress at Hardee’s and he was a nice man and a gentle soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  4. Sending prayers for your family. We are sorry to here of your loss. May God wrap your family in his arms and send you peace. Love James and Hettie


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