Millette Perry Sorie
March 12, 1958 ~ December 21, 2021
ROCKY MOUNT - Millette Perry Sorie, age 63, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. Born in Wake County, NC on March 12, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Millard S. Perry, Jr. and Carolyn Joyner Perry.
Millette graduated from East Carolina University with a Bachelors degree in Education and she received her Master's Degree from The Citadel in Charleston, SC. She started her teaching career as a middle school science teacher in Summerville, SC before moving to Rocky Mount and retiring from Nash Rocky Mount Public Schools after 34 years of teaching. Millette was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and dear friend and will be missed by all who knew her.
Millette is survived by her husband of 26 years, Edward Earl "Eddie" Sorie of Rocky Mount; her son Dan-Michael Sorie of Rocky Mount; her sister, Lisa Perry Goswick and husband, Ronnie, of Louisburg; her sister-in-law and best friend, Brenda Sorie Somerville of Rocky Mount; her brother-in-law, Ricky Sorie and wife, Sandra, of Rocky Mount; her nieces, Heather Joyner of Greenville and Ashley Cannon and husband, Dash, of Rocky Mount; her nephews, Rodney Goswick of Franklinton, Mahler Joyner of Louisburg, Blake Sorie and wife, Kelly, of Rocky Mount, and Tyler Sorie of Tulsa, OK; great-nieces, Megan Goswick, Aubrey Cannon, Eva Sorie, Madeleine Sorie, and Hallie Sorie; and great-nephews, Sam Sorie and Connor Sorie.
A Celebration of Millette's Life will be held on Monday, December 27, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, 505 S. Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804, with Rev. Brandon Dees and Rev. Ricky Sorie officiating. Visitation with the family will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall of Calvary Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Millette's memory to Calvary Baptist Church, 505 S. Englewood Drive, 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.
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Calvary Baptist Church
505 S. Englewood Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Monday 12/27, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Visitation with the family will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall of Calvary Baptist Church.
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Calvary Baptist Church
505 S. Englewood Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Monday 12/27, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
A Celebration of Millette's Life will be held on Monday, December 27, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, 505 S. Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804, with Rev. Brandon Dees and Rev. Ricky Sorie officiating.
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Lisa I am so sorry for your loss. I know how close you were and how much you loved your sister. Words are inadequate, but I am thinking of you and wishing you peace. Your friend, Darlene
We are so sorry to hear about Millette. We are praying for you and your family.
Eddie, I’m so sorry to see this sad news. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am very saddened by the passing of Millette. I visited with her in her home in the summer, and am grateful to have done so. She will be missed.
Millette and I taught together for years at Edwards Middle School. She always had a smile that would light up a room. As a new teacher at that time, many moons ago, she would listen and offer a shoulder to lean on numerous times. I send my sincere thoughts and prayers for your loss, but hope your memories of that beautiful soul can sustain you, in time.
My heart is broken!I am so sad to hear about sweet cousin.My prayers are with all of you.
She was truly a special woman and a mentor who not only knew God but lived the love she had for HIM daily. I knew her from Edwards Middle School. Prayers for the family. Heartbreaking. She will truly be missed.
I am so sorry to hear of Millette’s passing. I never met Millette but Brenda always talked about her and I knew she was a beautiful gem. May all of the wonderful memories give you strength. Sending prayers to the family. God Bless you.
I am so sad to hear about the passing of Mellette. She was such a sweet person and always had a smile. I loved talking to her and will surely miss her as my neighbor and my friend. My prayers and thoughts are with Eddie and the family
Eddie and family, we lift you in prayer for peace and comfort. We are so sorry for your loss. Hugs and love, Susan Frazier & Edith Skinner
I am so sorry to hear of Millettes passing , My heart goes out to her family You are all in my thoughts and prayers,
Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about Millette. We are praying for peace that passes understanding for Millette’s family and for you and your family.
Millette and I have shared many adventures and good times growing up. We went to Camp Mundo Vista in 6th grade – a GA camp that challenged us to grow spiritually and spend time in the Word. We went to the beach together, sang together, adored Monte Towe and the NCSU bball team together. We have kept in touch over the years and she has always been a bright spot in my life. I will miss you dear friend, but know that you are in Good Hands. With love to family, Jan ( and Barry) Roberts Hossler.
In memory of Millette Perry Sorie, Clyde Sifford lit a candle
In memory of Millette Perry Sorie, Jennifer Pitts lit a candle
Eddie, we are so sad to hear of Millette’s passing. She was such a wonderful friend, always smiling, so uplifting and a joy to be around. She will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Teresa and Tim Morris
Just getting to know Milette as she so faithfully served at Calvary Baptist Church. She has a humble servant heart and used her gifts of administration, helping, and serving to show God’s love. Imagine the thousands of lives she touched over the years in education. What a treasure!
Words cannot express how much I will miss you.
Prayers for Eddie, Lisa and the rest of the family. Cherish the good memories. Millette will see Millard and Carolyn again.
Millette is to precious to be forgotten and to priceless to be replaced. Someone so special as MIllette is truly rare to find. She had a contagious smile and was so kind and caring. I attended high school with Millette and I can honestly say she was loved by everyone she came in contact with. Such a beautiful lady inside and out. I will continually keep her family and friends in my prayers.
Millette was a wonderful person to work with. Although I haven’t seen her in years, I still have fond memories of her beautiful smile.
Millette was a wonderful person to work with. Although I haven’t seen her in years, I still have fond memories of her beautiful smile.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all close in prayer.