Gerald Wade Stroud
November 23, 1947 ~ February 17, 2017
ROCKY MOUNT - Gerald Wade Stroud, age 69, passed away on Friday, February 17, 2017. Born in Duplin County, NC on November 23, 1947, he was the son of the late Needham Jeffie Stroud and Goldie Mae Jones Stroud. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Terry Dean Stroud.
Gerald retired from Burlington Industries after over 30 years of dedicated service. He was active at Ephesus Baptist Church. He was a humble man, always putting others before himself and he loved his family unconditionally. He loved reading and enjoyed spending time with his family and especially loved the mountains. Gerald was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be dearly missed by all those who knew him.
Gerald leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 50 years, Bonnie Webb Stroud; son, Jeff Stroud and wife, Lou Ellen, of Rocky Mount and daughter, Rhonda Stroud of Rocky Mount. He is also survived by grandchildren, Wesley Stroud and Nora Stroud; brother, Darrel Stroud and wife, Angelia, of Black Creek; sister, Tammy Pittman of Black Creek; and several nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 12:00 Noon at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Brian Williams officiating. The family will receive friends and relatives on Monday, February 20, 2017 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to Ephesus Baptist Church, 7300 W. Old Spring Hope Road, Spring Hope, NC 27882.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and 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
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Monday 2/20, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Tuesday 2/21, 12:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Prayers for your family. Patricia Godwin. Friends with aunt Brenda a d Mary Lou.
I am so sorry for your loss. The last time I talked to Gerald I told him he looked just like his mom. RIP cousin Gerald . Love and prayers to Bonnie and all his family. Love Anita Banks Greer
Uncle Gerald was an awesome man and an even more awesome Uncle! I will miss all the laughter we shared! He was definitely one of a kind! God has taken you and one day we will see you again! I love you Uncle Gerald!! Love, Pam Barfield
Gerald was more like an older brother to me than a cousin. He was so special, and I know that Bonnie, Rhonda, Jeffery Wade, Wesley and Nora will miss him so much. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Always have our memories of our first days together, you, Bonnie, me and Ray……….what fancy meals we had that week lol…. remember Bonnie
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. So glad I got to see Gerald and you at the Class of ’66 Reunion. God Bless…… Nancy Bissette Morgan
I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Gerald Wade Stroud The bible tells us we can gain comfort from God, even during times of sorrow. We pray to our heavenly father for help to cope with the sorrow felt from the death of a loved one. By prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus. Philippians 46 May you find comfort by relying on our heavenly father and learning more about the blessings of God’s kingdom. Local ministry volunteer
Rhonda and Lou Ellen, my condolences to you and your family for your loss. Sharon Simons
I will always remember the wonderful times we had together, square dancing, camping, and just being friends.
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