Nashville - Julie Elizabeth Whichard, 60, of Nashville, formerly of Enfield and Winston-Salem, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 27, 2013.
Julie was born November 17, 1952, in Enfield. She was the daughter of the late Eugene Whichard and Marie Taylor Whichard. A graduate of UNC-Greensboro, Julie spent most of her career working in Winston-Salem. Known for her unique personality and sense of humor, she leaves many friends in Winston-Salem and the Enfield area to cherish her memory. Many kids will remember her for her elaborate decorations during Halloween and Christmas.
Julie is lovingly remembered by her mother, Marie Whichard of Nashville; sisters, Peggy W. Sammons and husband, Dean of Nashville, Cindy W. Sammons and husband Charles of Bonaire, GA, Doris W. Johnson and husband Mike of Whitakers; and a brother, John Whichard and wife Jennifer of Rocky Mount. In addition, she leaves behind three nieces and two nephews who she dearly loved and adored. Katherine Hartman and husband Mitchell, Beverly Sammons, Laura Sammons, Thomas Johnson, and Zack Whichard.
She was preceded in death by her father, Eugene Whichard; brother, Eugene Whichard, Jr., and best friend and faithful caretaker, Charlene Cox.
The family will receive friends and family Saturday, March 30, 2013 from 2:00-3:00pm at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A memorial service to remember Julie will follow in the funeral home chapel at 3:00pm with Rev. Greg O'Neil officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2418 Blue Ridge Road, Suite 208, Raleigh, NC 27607.
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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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Julie was always a good friend. Funny, smart and a wry sense of humor. To her family, my deepest sorrow on the loss of your daughter, sister and aunt. To Mrs Whichard, even 35 years later, the loss of another child cannot be any easier. I know a little about what it is like, you know far more than do I. My heart aches for your loss. May you find some peace in the coming days. Robert Adkins
To the family of Julie Elizabeth Whichard, my sincerest condolences for your loss, and as you grieve may the God who gives comfort to all comfort you and your family in your time of need as spoken of at 2 Corinthians 13
Whichard Family, Know that many share the pain of the loss of your loved one. I spent several hours scouring the pictures I had accumulated over the years. You may remember when some of them were taken. I do hope they will bring a smile to your face and some measure of comfort in having shared them. Julie touched a tremendous number of lives in her 60 years. I knew her for 42 of those years and my life was much enriched for having known her. She was an accomplished business woman and a talented athlete. Her kindness knew no bounds. She was a cherished friend and valued confidant. Julie was a lot of things to a lot of people but most of all she was the best of the best of the people I have known. Truth and loyalty were attributes that truly meant something to her. She respected people and earned their respect in return. I am privileged to have been able to call her my friend. To have been known and befriended both Julie and Charlene was a rare treat…they were quite the dynamic duo indeed. Julie, you will be missed…but you and your sly dawg sense of humor will always be remembered… Much love, Gail Dickerson (& Eva Cowan) [emailprotected]
We have all of the family in our prayers-it is tough when we have to give up a love one-but you still have each other-gain strength from each other-May our Lord bless and keep you all ROGER AND NANCY JUDGE
Our hearts are full today for your loss. Gene and Julie have each other now. They have catching up to do. May God give you the strength to get you through this difficult time. Its hard to say goodbye but the many fond memories will be with you forever. Much love, Barbara Adkins Matthews and Michael
When we lose a loved one to death, Jesus opened the way for us to gain everlasting life. (Matt.2028) grief & the feelings of helplessness can seem unbearable. At such times as these, we need to go to means of faith in the merit of Jesus shed blood, that we can we gain ; everlasting life.(John 316) The Bible gives Gods word for comfort. (2 Cor. 1 3,4) The Bible helps us to understand how Jehovah & Jesus feel about death. Jesus who perfectly reflected his Father, knew the pain of losing someone in death. (John 149) How did Jesus feel about losing his friend The account tells us that Jesus joined Lazarous relatives & friends as they grieved over this loss. Seeing them, Jesus was deeply moved. He groaned in the spirit & became troubled. Then the account says Jesus gave way to tears. (John 11 33,35) Did Jesus grief mean that he had no hope Not at all, in fact, Jesus knew that something wonderful was about to happen. (John 11 3,4) Still he felt the pain & sorrow that death brings. Jesus did not claim to perform this amazing miracle on his own. In his prayer just before calling out to Lazarus, he made it clear that Jehovah was the source of the resurrection. (John 1141,42) This was not the only time that Jehovah used his power in this way. The resurrection of Lazarus is just one of nine miracles of this kind recorded in Gods word. All of these things just show us what is to come to pass in the near future. What a wonderful gift of LOVE.