Georgia Davis Roberson, 61, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 20, 2011 after a long courageous fight with cancer with her husband by her side. She was born March 27, 1950 in Nash County, daughter of the late George Arlo Davis and Esma Ford Davis. She was also preceded in death by her beloved aunt, Lillie H. Ford.
A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 39 years, Douglas S. Roberson Jr.; two sons, Brandon S. Roberson and Douglas S. Roberson III and wife Amanda; grandchildren, Kaydon Grace and Conner ; sister, Delores Davis Joyner and husband Ray Joyner; and niece, Jennifer Joyner. She will also be remembered by her brother-in-law, Gus Roberson and wife Carolyn; their children, Kristie Driver and husband David, Lori Roberson and Will Roberson; and brother-in-law, Randy Roberson and wife Ann; and their son, Brad Roberson and wife Rachel; and fourteen cousins.
We will remember Georgia for her love for her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, her family, especially her sons and precious grandchildren and her many friends.
During her career at Nash Community College, Georgia touched the lives of countless students as a Career Developer. She loved her associates and students.
A service to celebrate Georgia's life will be held at 3:00pm Sunday, July 24, 2011 at First Baptist Church with Dr. Bill Grisham officiating. Visitation with the family will be 1:30pm to 3:00pm prior to the service, and following, the burial at Pineview Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Friends of Hospice of Nash General, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount NC 27804.
The family would like to express a special thanks to Dr. Mark Graham and her Hospice caregivers and to her beloved church family for all the love and support provided to Georgia and to the family through the many years of her illness.
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.
Visitation
First Baptist Church (Rocky Mount)
200 S. Church Street
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Sunday 7/24, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Service
First Baptist Church (Rocky Mount)
200 S. Church Street
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Sunday 7/24, 3:00 pm
Cemetery
Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Georgia was such an inspiration to many breast cancer survivors during her years in remission and beyond. I am sure she is basking in the Glory of God now!
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Doug, i have known you and Georgia for many years growiiing up with you and Gus and going to school wth Georgia. God has another hero and a precious angel. God bless you and your family during this time. Love, Sylvia Ezzelle Long
To the family of Georgia let me say, she will always be remembered as a smiling, positive person. We grew up together although totally different in personality. She was quiet and reserved and accomplished ,as she formed herself through our younger years. We were educated at the same schools –grew up in the same neighborhood and shared the same circle of friends. She will be missed and she being dead–yet speaketh. Ralph L. Downing
Georgia and I worked very closely for many years at Nash Community College. She was one of my most favorite people. She was always so upbeat and had a smile on her face. I missed her every day after she retired. My prayers to the family. She was very loved by a lot of people and wil be missed dearly.l
Doug I Remember Georgia from Bassett school,rm wilson,and senior high. She always was such a sweet lovely person.I know she had a long struggle with her illness,but always was positive when Brian and I would see her.I know she loved the Lord, and He is comforting her now.May His peace be with you and her family. Sandra and Brian Lamm
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Georgia was a rare woman who touched the lives of many at Nash Community College, but mine especially so. As my student, co-worker, and friend, Georgia made me laugh – and cry- and see life for the precious gift that it is. She brought passion to all that she did from Service Learning to Critical Thinking. I keep the Eiffel Tower from her Europe trip in 2008 on my desk as a reminder to live fully each and every day. You are a courageous and faithful family because I know Georgia did not fight this battle alone. My prayers are with you all. May she rest at last in peace. Marbeth Holmes (Her Hippie friend) LOL
To Douglas Roberson and family Georgia was a wonderful co-worker and we enjoyed the various projects she was involved in. Our prayers are with you. Keith Smith
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