Linda Manning Gupton
November 24, 1947 ~ December 15, 2013
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Linda Manning Gupton, age 66, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 15, 2013. Born in Rocky Mount on November 24, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Ollie Manning and Hazel Stallings Manning of Rocky Mount. She was also preceded in death by her brother Kenneth Manning.
Linda dedicated her life to the care and nurturing of her family. Her family was her life and she enjoyed every minute of making them feel special everyday, especially on birthdays and holidays. She loved her husband, Larry and they were together for 48 short years. Her strong belief in God carries on through the legacy she left with her children and her daily prayers for them. A founding member of Harvest Baptist Church, Linda loved her church and church family.
Along with her mother, she leaves behind, Larry C. Gupton Sr.; daughter, Gina G. Moore and husband Johnny of Wilson; sons, Larry Clayton Gupton Jr. and James Wesley Gupton, both of Rocky Mount; grandchildren, Ashley Lauren Moore and Sarah Lynn Moore; and brother, James Louis Manning and wife Judy of Rocky Mount.
The family will receive friends and relatives 6:00pm to 8:00pm Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A service to remember Linda will be held at 2:00pm Wednesday afternoon at Harvest Baptist Church with Rev. Gary Wood, Dr. Farrell Osborne and Rev. Craig Edwards officiating.
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.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Tuesday 12/17, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Harvest Baptist Church
2325 Old Mill Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
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Wednesday 12/18, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Linda was a dear neighbor and friend. I had the privilege of living next to her for over 10 years. During the summer she was always outside cutting grass and working in the yard. She would always throw up her hand with a smile or speak. She loved going with her family on vacations to Myrtle Beach. I am truly sorry to hear of her passing. The world will seem a little dimmer without her smile. Kim Baker
Anyone who ever was privaledged to know Linda, will tell one that they will never be the same.. Linda’s infectious smile, her laughter, her kindness and desire to serve and help others will be forever in our hearts.. A friend, a sister, a a joy to know you, Linda..You are always with us…May all of your family whom you loved so dearly, be blessed and comforted by the innumerable things you shared and gave to all of us…Travis ,Sue, and Joe Miskelley…….Tucson, Arizonaa
Gina, Johnny and Sara, So sorry to hear about the passing of your mothergrandmother. She was a special person, so sweet and a lot of fun, I was glad that I got to meet her. I know she will be missed. I am praying for you all. Love Ya’ll!!!!
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Gina, my daughter Nikki was a student of yours at NEW….a long time ago…I read with deep sorrow about your mom passing. As I cherish the time I have with my daughters now, I remember so well the close relationship you and Linda had. I hope those memories carry you through this difficult time. Linda was a beautiful woman who made friends easily and left an impression that remained through the passing of time. I wish you peace with the closure of a life well-lived. Debbie Joyner
Linda was one of a kind and she will be missed by so many — including her family in South Carolina. Her smile , her laughter, her warm hugs – always making you feel like you were so special, her love of family and her love for God will be part of my memories of her. We might not have been able to make it to visitation, but know our hearts were there. Heaven has gained another angel.. Judy Manning Vaughn
Larry, Jeanna and family, So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She was always so much fun to be around. Always remember the good times as she was such a joy to be around. May God Bless you and your family. Mavis Cash (Michelle Ferrell’s Mom)
Our prayers are with your family. Melissa Williams
Linda was such a beautiful example of a Godly woman; she has passed down those deeply held beliefs to her children and grandchildren. Her family was truly blessed to have her and I know they will carry on her legacy. May God comfort them all during this very difficult time. Donna and Steve Gardner
I am very saddened today to hear of the passing of my dear friend Mrs. Linda. In 2002 I was given Linda and Larry’s phone number by Bro Craig Edwards as I told him I was moving from WV to Rocky Mount and needed a good independent fundamental baptist church to attend there. The first time I spoke with Mrs. Linda I knew she loved God. WHAT A TESTIMONY SHE HAD! During our stay in RM the Gupton’s took Tim and I under their wings and made us part of their family and church family. We worshiped God together and shared some very special memories. Mrs. Linda was a woman of great faith and a precious and beautiful person inside and out. I called Mrs. Linda my adopted North Carolina mom and I thank God for allowing me to meet her and for the time that I was able to spend with her and her wonderful family. My prayers are with her family as I know God will comfort them as only he can. Here are some pictures I wanted to share from our trip in 312 to Mt. Airy, NC. We were able to have a wonderful time of christian fellowship together with our families and attend an amazing church service together at Bro Craig and Linda’s Edward’s church. We will see her soon in glory Praise God! Love and prayers, Melissa, Tim, Timothy and Micah Chapman
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My sincere condolences to the Gupton family for your loss. Meditating on Jehovah promises in his word the Bible such as one day there bring no more death, and having the hope of seeing our dead loved ones again gives us comfort-Rev 214,5, John 528, 29!
The Absolute best of the best!!! I am so blessed to have known you here as a dear friend and a wonderful second ”MAMA” to my Joe.. We miss you and love you more every day……So many smiles, laughs and wonderful memories of you…….