Katherine Fountain Belk
October 22, 1957 ~ December 1, 2018
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ROCKY MOUNT - Katherine Fountain Belk, age 61, passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Born in Nash County, NC on October 22, 1957, she is the daughter of Richard Tillman Fountain, Jr. and the late Katherine "Kacky" Blue Fountain. In addition to her mother, she is also preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Richard T. Fountain, Former Lt. Governor of North Carolina, and Susan Rankin Fountain, and her maternal grandparents, Julian H. Blue and Katherine Floyd Blue.
Katherine's love for God, her family and others were immeasurable. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Her caring and giving heart led her to spoiling her dog, Wishes, and she was always looking for ways to surprise her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews with gifts and treats. She made her debut in 1978 at the Terpsichorean Club Ball in Raleigh. Katherine enjoyed traveling with her husband, Richard, and enjoyed her beach vacations.
Katherine leaves behind to cherish her memory, husband of 15 years, Richard Belk of Rocky Mount; daughter, Courtney Belk Gardner and her husband, Michael, of Wendell; sons, Conly Belk and his wife, Candice, Nathan Belk and his wife, Casey all of Nashville. She is also survived by grandchildren, Taylor Gardner, Tanner Belk, Julie Belk, Payton Belk, and Holden Belk; and brother, Richard Tillman Fountain, III. and his wife, Emily of Raleigh. Katherine is also survived by her loving nieces and nephews, Mary Norris Tilmes and her husband, Matthew, Richard Fountain, IV., Janie Fountain, all of Charlotte, Preyer Fountain and Peter Fountain all of Raleigh.
A Celebration of Katherine's Life will be held on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Christ Covenant Church, 3124 Belmont Lake Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Pastor Dennis Darville officiating. A Reception with the family will follow the service at Christ Covenant Church.
A Private Family Burial of Cremains will take place at Pineview Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Your Choice Resource Center, 400 Sunset Ave, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & 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.
Service
Christ Covenant Church
3124 Belmont Lake Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Thursday 12/6, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
A Celebration of Katherine's Life will be held on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Christ Covenant Church, 3124 Belmont Lake Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Pastor Dennis Darville officiating.
Cemetery
Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
A Private Family Burial of Cremains will take place at Pineview Cemetery.
Reception
Christ Covenant Church
3124 Belmont Lake Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Thursday 12/6, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
A Reception with the family will follow the service at Christ Covenant Church.
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Richard, The void in your life today must seem like the size of the Grand Canyon with Katherine’s departure into the presence of God. May He, in time, begin to fill that void with Him and blessings of His love and encouragement for you. You are loved, my friend. Tommy
Richard, will have you and your family in our hearts and prayers. I enjoyed meeting her and working with her for a short time at Nash Community College. Asking Gods special blessings on you during this difficult time.
Richard, Beverly and I are very sorry to hear of Katherine’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In loving memory of my dear friend, Katherine. My deepest condolences to the Fountain family and the Belk family. I am so thankful to have known her and called her a best friend. Our loss is Heaven’s gain. I will miss you so much.
Sending Our Sincere Condolences, In Our Thoughts and Prayers 🙏
Very sorry to hear of Katherine’s passing Richard. You are in my prayers. Blessings as you lovingly grieve.
When I heard the sad news of Katherine’s passing, what immediately came to mind is that fresh-faced, charming, young lady I first met back in our twenties. She instantly became one of my favorite people. She was a class act, a funny woman, but above all else, incredibly kind and resoundingly spiritual. My sincere condolences to her husband and all the members of her family. Her presence was always pure joy, and we were all blessed to have known and loved her.
I am very saddened to hear of Katherine’s passing. She was such a fantastic person and an old childhood friend. Prayers are with her husband, father, brother and all. She will be missed everywhere.
To the Fountain and Belk Families – We send our deepest sympathy to you all on your great loss. You will be in our prayers during this difficult time. Sincerely, Kathy & Chuck Monahan (residents of the Cardinal at North Hills, Raleigh)
I’ll miss Mrs. Katherine so much. She was a wonderful lady with a gracious heart!!! I did her hair for 8 years and she was constantly in my chair. We had a great time talking and sharing stories and over that amount of time she became more of a member of my family. She will always be remembered in the salon as a true friend and huge supporter of us!! She will definitely be missed!!!
In memory of Katherine Fountain Belk, Mildred J. Bunn lit a candle
Our deepest sympathies to the Belk and Fountain families. Chuck DeSantis and Eileen Dillon
To all the family and friends of Mrs Belk, please accept my deepest condolences. Sickness and death was never part of our Creator’s purpose for humankind. He created us to live forever in a beautiful paradise free from sickness, pain and even death. Please know that God yearns to fulfill his promises for his creation and will soon end death forever and bring back to life your dear loved one. (Isaiah 258; Psalms 3711; Acts 2415)
Heaven has gained an Angel as we all have lost a special and wonderful lady! Prayers and love to you Richard and the families! Rose Marie and Kenneth Wallace
Richard and family, We are so sorry for this deep loss in your family and pray for God’s strength during the coming days and weeks as you grieve and mourn the loss of someone so special to your family. Katherine will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Betty and Rich Michal
In memory of Katherine Fountain Belk, Matthew, Marlena, and Aidan Jones lit a candle
In memory of Katherine Fountain Belk, Angela Mitchell lit a candle
I have many fond memories of Katherine and her brother Richard when we were in high school and active in a Christian Coffee House called the Ancient of Days. I am very sorry for your loss. I will be remembering her family in my prayers.