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Inez Winstead Allsbrook

May 28, 1926 ~ January 13, 2017

ROCKY MOUNT - Inez Winstead Allsbrook, age 90, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2017. Born in Sharpsburg, NC on May 28, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Jerry Winstead and Willie Mae Winstead. She was also preceded in death by her husband of almost 60 years, Joseph Lee “Joe” Allsbrook; an infant son Bruce Lee Allsbrook; sister, Frances Winstead Smith; and brothers William Worsley “Pete” Winstead, Jr. and Jerry Lorenza “Sonny” Winstead. After graduating from high school, Inez moved to Rocky Mount, NC where she lived her entire Life. She and Joe were married on August 9, 1946 and in 1950, Inez and Joe became the owners of the Dairy Queen by the City Lake in Rocky Mount, NC. Her smiles and friendly nature greeted customers for over 35 years, dipping millions of Dilly Bars and serving cones with the curl on top. Her lifes great passions were family, friends, church, and playing bridge. The most enjoyable and important part of Inezs life was her family. She loved being a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She raised two wonderful sons and enjoyed working with them at the Dairy Queen, scouting and school projects, ball games, and travel. She enjoyed many years at her beach condo in Indian Beach, NC watching her grand-children and great grand-children playing in the ocean. She was a faithful member of West Haven Presbyterian Church since 1954 and served as an Elder, received the Honorary Life Membership of Presbyterian Women, served as Circle Chairperson, and founder of the GEMS Senior Luncheon group. For decades, Inez was always at the heart of the kitchen serving meals at church events. Inez played Bridge for almost 50 years, leading groups at Tau Valley and Northgreen Country Clubs as well as many bridge benefits in the community. Inez loved and was loved by many special friends from Rocky Mount to the coast of North Carolina. Inez is survived by her two sons, John Joseph Allsbrook and his wife, Carolyn, of Rocky Mount; Jerry Lee Allsbrook and his wife, Cat Rudd, of Raleigh; grand-daughter Melissa Allsbrook Koehler of Marietta, GA; grandson Joseph Allen “Joey” Allsbrook of Greensboro; great grandson Austin Robert Koehler and great granddaughter Emily Caroline Koehler of Marietta, GA; and sister Virginia Winstead Durham of Birmingham, AL. The family wishes to thank Dr. Timothy C. Smith and nurse Ms. Denise Moore for their many years of professional and compassionate care, the staff at Brookdale Senior Living, and Hospice of Nash General Hospital. Special thanks to her angelic care givers Patsy Pittman and Vickie Morris for their devotion, friendship, and love. Her dear friend, Mary Tanner, recently deceased, enjoyed spending many Friday nights with Inez. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 2:00 PM at West Haven Presbyterian Church, 1001 West Haven Blvd., Rocky Mount with the Rev. Sam Codington officiating. Burial will follow at Pineview Cemetery. Visitation with the family will begin at 12:00 PM until the time of the services. Memorial Contributions may be made to West Haven Presbyterian Church, 1001 West Haven Boulevard, Rocky Mount, NC 27803 or Hospice of Nash General Hospital, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. 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 West Haven Presbyterian Church 1001 West Haven Blvd. Rocky Mount, NC 27803 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-446-5226 --> | Tuesday 1/17, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Service West Haven Presbyterian Church 1001 West Haven Blvd. Rocky Mount, NC 27803 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-446-5226 --> | Tuesday 1/17, 2:00 pm

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  1. Sorry for your loss, grew up going to DQ with my family and continued to go there when I could, always a good place to eat and see friends, special place !!!

  2. I just heard of Inez’s passing and I am so sorry for your loss. She was a special lady friend to my father, Marion Gibson, before his passing. They shared some good times together and we were fortunate to share some good times with her as well. It’s never easy losing a parent but remember the good times and memories with her. My prayers will be with you all. Elaine Gibson Stafford

  3. I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Inez Winstead Allsbrook The bible tells us we can gain comfort from God,even during times of sorrow. 2 Corinthian 13,4 Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God. May you find comfort by relying on our heavenly father and learning more about the blessings of God’s kingdom. Local ministry volunteer

  4. Inez was a wonderful woman who provided friendship to many. I played a couple of years for the Dairy Queen sponsored summer baseball team and we would often go by after a game and be treated. Inez played bridge and shared many Friday night dinners with my dad after the passing of my mother in 2004. I’m sorry that we lost her. Woody Gibson

  5. The world is a poorer place for Inez’s passing. She was such a delightful woman – so full of life and love for those around her. I am especially appreciative for the way she filled the void in my father’s life for years after my mother passed. Losing a mom is awfully tough. Cherish the years of rich, wonderful memories she gave you. Wayne Gibson

  6. Jerry, I am sorry to hear about your mother and my family and I are thinking and praying for you— may your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful time as you celebrate a life well lived Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you

  7. I am so saddened by the passing of Inez. She was such a sweet and gentle lady; full of love and kindness. Inez was a wonderful friend to my mother. They spent lots of time playing bridge, dining out together, and just chatting about the world. I loved visiting with her and listening to her stories in that calming and joyful voice of wisdom. And boy… could she plan a party and cook up some special recipes! I will be thinking about the family today and praying for sweet memories. Love, Kathy Evans Moore


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