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Laura Ward Flye

August 18, 1958 ~ June 29, 2021

BATTLEBORO - Laura Ward Flye, age 62, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. She was born in Nash County, NC on August 18, 1958. She was preceded in death by her father, James Haverson Ward, Jr. Laura retired after 33 years of dedicated service with the Nash Rocky Mount School System. She was a longtime member of Battleboro United Methodist Church where she graciously served in many capacities: Helpful Hands Committee, Church Plate Sales, Church's Women Society, Annual Church Auction. Laura was a very active and faithful servant who loved her family, adored her grandchildren, her church family, and her community. She enjoyed working in her garden. Laura was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and sister and will be missed by all who knew her. Laura is survived by her mother, Joan Mixon Ward of Battleboro; her husband of 42 years, Marvin Randall "Randy" Flye of Battleboro; her daughters, Andrea Flye Hudson (Justin) of Pilot Mountain and Marci Flye Vick (Kurt) of Battleboro; her grandchildren, Maggie Maye Hudson and Braxton Ward Hudson; her brothers, Steven "Steve" Michael Ward (Lisa) of Battleboro and James "Haverson" Ward III (Susan) of Columbia, SC; and her beloved nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service to celebrate Laura's life will be held on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Battleboro United Methodist Church, 229 E. Battleboro Ave., Battleboro, NC 27809 with Rev. Earl Cochran officiating. A Private Family Burial will take place at Battleboro Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Laura's memory to Battleboro United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 178, Battleboro, NC 27809. 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 Battleboro United Methodist Church 229 E. Battleboro Ave. Battleboro, NC 27809 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-442-9260 --> | Saturday 7/3, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm A Funeral Service to celebrate Laura's life will be held on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Battleboro United Methodist Church, 229 E. Battleboro Ave., Battleboro, NC 27809 with Rev. Earl Cochran officiating. Cemetery Battleboro Cemetery 408 W. Battleboro Road Battleboro, NC 27809 A Private Family Burial will take place at Battleboro Cemetery.

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  1. I’m so sorry to hear of your loss may God give you the strength you need at this time my prayers are with the entire family

  2. Our hearts are with her family that remains. She is now with our mothers. May she rest in love and peace. We love you all. Cathy and Steve Lee

  3. To Laura’s family We are so very sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! We pray for comfort and peace during the days and weeks ahead!🙏🏻🙏🏻 Cindy and Greg Dawes

  4. Randy, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that we are keeping you and your family close in prayer. – Teresa and Al Bullard

  5. Laura was a very dear friend to all she met. I loved getting to know her and working with her some at the bus garage. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. She always had a smile and was willing to help any way she could with buses. Prayers to her family. She was definitely a treasure! RIP my friend.

  6. Laura was a very dear friend to all she met. I loved getting to know her and working with her some at the bus garage. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. She always had a smile and was willing to help any way she could with buses. Prayers to her family. She was definitely a treasure! RIP my friend.

  7. Our deepest condolences for your family’s loss You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.

  8. Haverson We are so sorry for the passing of your sister. Our prayers go up to you and your family

  9. My heart goes out to Randy, Joan, Jean , Bruce and all her extended family. She knew how to light up a room with her beautiful smile and laughter. My memories growing up with her brought joy in all occasions with her enthusiasm, lightheartedness, honesty, love and determination. I will always remember the joy she exuded when she married YOU, Randy. Sending my love, thoughts and prayers to all of you! With love, Cammy

  10. May the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace You leave a host of those who love you dearly God bless them all

  11. Sending prayers, sympathy, comfort to all Laura’s family. Haverson, we will keep you and your family in our prayers. God bless you. Helena Specialty Credit Dept. Candace, Sonya and Patricia

  12. My sincere condolences to the family of Laura, she was such a caring person to me, whenever I had a route issue or bus stop issue she took care of it without hesitation, Laura always seemed to like what she did at her job and for that I truly appreciated her.

  13. To Andrea and family I am so sorry for your loss and pray for your comfort at this time and all the special days ahead when your loss will once again prick your heart. Cherish your memories of the very special lady you called Mom. She was a wonderful, caring person.

  14. Very sorry, for your loss. Our prayers are with Randy and her children and grand children. Let us know if anything we can do for you. Carmen and Milly Scarbel

  15. May God’s peace and comfort rest upon the family during this difficult time. Laura leaves with her former co-workers and friends her legacy of love. She was a spirit of Godliness. She was a kind and loving woman. I worked with her through her 33 years of service with the former Nash County Public Schools which eventually became Nash-Rocky Public Schools. and now back to Nash County Public Schools. I never saw her when she wasn’t smiling and willing to assist you with anything. She will definitely be missed by all that knew her. I love you my dear friend. Jesus is rejoicing with the angels on your homecoming to Him and our Heavenly Father.


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