Hazel Goff Taylor, age 89, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 25, 2012. Born in Edgecombe County on May 24, 1923, she was the daughter of the late William David Goff and Annie Pitt Goff. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Henry Battle Taylor; and siblings, Peggy Goff Ferguson, Jean Goff Walston, William Frank Goff, and David Calvin Goff.
Hazel was a lifelong member of Whitakers United Methodist Church.
A loving mother and grandmother, she leaves behind her daughter, Vickie Taylor Whaley and husband Steve; granddaughters, Stephanie Battle Whaley, Jennafer Whaley Nunnery and husband Jason, and Susan Blair Whaley; great-grandchildren, Presley Taylor Nunnery and Bowen Robert Nunnery; sister, Burcha Goff Augst; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A service to remember Hazel will be held at 2:30pm Saturday, September 29, 2012 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Robl officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 1:00pm to 2:30pm prior to the service. Burial will be at Whitakers Cemetery following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Endtime Harvest Ministries, 2016 Rosewood Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27801 or a charity of your choice.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff and her caregivers at Magnolia Glen of Raleigh. Their loving care and support of Hazel was greatly appreciated.
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.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
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Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 9/29, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Saturday 9/29, 2:30 pm
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Vickie, I am so sorry about your mother. Zuzu told me about her death yesterday, and I read her obituary today. She was such a lovely lady. Her outside lovliness was obvious, but I could tell from the short time I knew her, that her inside lovliness was equal. I have loved seeing both of you at Magnolia Glen, and I will miss you. My heart goes out to you now, and to your family. Please know that I will be thinking of you, both now and in the months ahead. My best, Rae Jarema (Evelyn Hassell’s daughter)
Mrs. Whaley, I’ve been in touch with Jenna but I wanted to reach out to you personally too. I was sorry to hear about your loss of your mom. I knew her through the eyes of Jenna (her nana). i can still see Ms. Hazel sitting at the kitchen table by the window a smiling face as we entered the house after an afternoon of play outside. She was a friendly face, very sweet, and I always enjoyed talking with her when she came to your home to visit when we were kids. Your family will be in my prayers! Melissa (Touch) Triano
Vickie, I want to share my condolences over your loss of your mother. She was truly a southern lady. I have not seen her in several years, but I remember her sweet smile and soft voice. My prayers are with you and your family. Olivia (Pitt) Gallagher
Mrs. Whaley, My Prayers are with you and your family in this time of Great Loss. I have traveled near and far but your mother’s Inner strength touched me. Even when she was having a hard time she stood tall and reached out to others. Her gentle smile was conforting. It has been an honor and priviledge to know her personnally. Her life touched me and touched many. may you be blessed and conforted today and always. Marie.