Stephen Bailey Atwill
May 24, 1956 ~ June 5, 2016
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Whitakers - Stephen Bailey Atwill, III, age 60, passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2016. Born in Weldon, NC on May 24, 1956, he was preceded in death by his father, Stephen Bailey Atwill, Jr.
Steve moved to Whitakers in 1975 where he lived until his death. He graduated from Enfield Academy in 1974 and later attended Atlantic Christian College in Wilson, where he graduated with a degree in Business. Steve had a deep love of the outdoors and was an avid hunter, fisherman, and golfer. He particularly enjoyed many years of playing golf at Hickory Meadows with friends he made there. The summers of his youth were spent with his family at Nags Head and later at Wrightsville Beach. With a deep love of his family, always supporting them in their lifes endeavors, Steves kind and gentle spirit will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was especially admired for the tenacity, dedication and commitment that he demonstrated on a daily basis during his 27 year career with a single company, all hallmarks of an exceptional man striving to overcome the many obstacles in his life.
Steve leaves behind to cherish his memory, his mother and step-father, Eva and Marvin Bradley of Whitakers; brother, Bill Atwill of Lynchburg, VA; sister, Eva Atwill Robbins and husband, Will, of Greensboro; and niece and nephew, Alice and Charlie Robbins.
A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Whitakers United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Whitakers United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and 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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My heart is broken for you all!! Steve was always such a loving, kind and gentle soul. His memory will stay with so many forever. May God bring you comfort and peace knowing he is at peace now, I’m the loving arms of his heavenly Father.
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I worked with Steve for 21 years. Steve had a quiet strength and a dedicated man. I’ll miss him and it is my deepest desire that he is with the Lord Jesus.
I worked with Steve at 1197. When I heard of his passing I was truly heartbroken. He was always very kind to me. When I was out for surgery on my hands, he saw me shopping and asked me when I was coming back. Steve you will forever be missed at 1197, the days just won’t be the same without your smiling face. RIP my friend! Faith Cairns
To the family, I worked with Mr. Steve for 5 years. He was always kind, greeted me with a smile, and always said Hello. We have lost a kind, caring, humble person. I’m so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
I was so heart-broken to hear the news of the passing of Steve. I Loved his spirit, and he always had kind words to say whenever I went into Walmart. He was such a gentle man. My prayers, thoughts and condolences go out to the family of Steve. R.I.P. Steve
My Thoughts..Prayers and Deepest Condolences to the family of Steve…I also share my Condolences to his family and friends of 1197……I worked with Steve back 6 yrs ago and he was such a gentle soul whom always did as he was asked and would help in need….I’m just so truly sorry for his loss…and he will be greatly missed…Fly high with the Angels Steve and Rest in Peace
I worked with Steve for years at Walmart.He was such a great person.All of Your family at Walmart#1197 will miss you. R.I.P.Steve
I have known u since the days at Roses. U are a true kindred spirit that brightened my day when i saw u. I will never forget u my friend. Rest with the Lord cause u deserve it. Well done my friend well done.
I will always remember Steve as having a very gentle soul. Sleep in Peace Steve.
I worked with Steve from 1994-2008 when I relocated. I was so sad to hear of his passing. He was a dedicated worker and kind man. He will be greatly missed. R.I.P. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
I will always remember Steve, he was a good spirted person always doing the right thing. I hope he knows how many people really liked.him.Rip my friend!!
Steve will be greatly missed at 1197 we have worked with a very long time there was not a time he wouldn’t speak he was a great and kind guy he always asked how our lil girl was we will miss you so much We will continue to pray for the family during this difficult time Billy &Hazel Mansfield
I will truly miss Steve at #1197 he uses to speak to me and we talked everyday my thoughts and prayers are with the family r.i.p. little steve
So sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that friends care and are praying for you. Steve always had a quite nature about him and was always very polite to us whenever Allan and I would see him. Rest in peace Steve.
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I WILL MISS YOU STEVE . REST IN PEACE
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I can think of many words that describe my memories of Steve, at the top of my list are, thoughtful, genuine, honest, tenacious, and most of all, loving… I will miss uncle Steve! Peace be with you Steve, John Jordan
I will miss him. Long ago he taught me how do well at golf which also taught me how to do well with life. Kemp
Steve always brighten my week by telling a funny joke or sending an E-mail. He was a very good and unique friend.
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Steve and I started our Walmart journey together in Sept.1989.. We worked together as stockers in candy and foods and then we went on to becoming unloaders on the night shift…I truly learned a lot from him. He was a smart guy with a good heart. My friend you will be missed. I love you. Rest easy.
I started working at Walmart #1197 in 1993. Soon after I met Steve (Stevie as I called him). He was always kind and respectful. He was a sweetheart! He worked hard at whatever job he was given to do. After I left Walmart, I still did my grocery shopping there. Whenever I was nearby Stevie, I would have a chat with him and catch up. I usually hugged him before I left. He was one of 1197’s angels here on earth!! He will be sorely missed!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Marvin and Eva and family. Steve was a kind and gentle soul. God bless all of you. Belinda and George Taft (Daughter of Herbert and Judi)
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