Horace L. Felton, Sr.
Horace L. Felton Sr., 87, passed away Friday, September 03, 2010. A native of Rocky Mount, he was the son of the late Shade and Lula Felton. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Louise G. Felton; son, Lee Felton; brothers, Marvin, Jake, Arky, Vernon, Donnie, and Gordon Felton; and sister, Eunice Fowden.
Horace served in numerous capacities for several decades with the Rocky Mount School System. He dedicated his life to the nurturing and development of children. He was very fond of Braswell Elementary School where he served as principal for many years.
He is survived by his brother, Clifton Felton of Rocky Mount and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service to celebrate Horace's life will be held at 2:00p.m. Sunday, September 05, 2010 at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. David Beam officiating.
Flowers are welcomed or memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church Preschool Fund, 100 S. Church Street, Rocky Mount NC 27804.
The family would like to thank his special caregivers for the love and devotion that they showed Horace during his illness.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Ave., Rocky Mount, NC. You may share your memories and send condolences to the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Service
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Sunday 9/5, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
We are so sorry for your loss.
What I remember about Uncle Horace was his great enthusiasm and smile!
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