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Wayne Eugene Bridges

February 10, 1942 ~ December 11, 2021

ROCKY MOUNT - Wayne Eugene Bridges, age 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Born in Miami-Dade County, FL on February 10, 1942, he was the son of the late Eugene Edgar Bridges and Ora Anne Ragans Bridges. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Craig Bridges. Wayne came to Rocky Mount to work at Consolidated Diesel, where he worked for many years. Many knew him as the man who ran everyday on his lunch hour and after work rode for many miles on his bicycle. Wayne was a kind and gentle man, loving husband, father, grandfather and brother and will be dearly missed by all those who knew him. Wayne is survived by his wife of 32 years, Martha Strawbridge Bridges; his sons, Brian David Bridges (Janet) of Fletcher, NC and Kelly Daniel Bridges of Randolph, MA; his granddaughters, Eliana Bridges and Eden Bridges; his brother, Ty Bridges of Sparta, GA; his sister, Mary Anne Wirth (Phil) of St. Augustine, FL; and three nieces and one nephew. A Celebration of Wayne's Life will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor John Scott officiating. Visitation with the family will follow the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home until 4:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Wayne's memory to Lottie Moon Offering, Parkwood Baptist Church, 1731 Hunter Hill Road, 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. Visitation Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Wednesday 12/15, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Visitation with the family will follow the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home until 4:00 PM. Service Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Wednesday 12/15, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm A Celebration of Wayne's Life will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor John Scott officiating.

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  1. Martha, we are so sorry for your loss! You were so dedicated to Wayne. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!

  2. Martha, I am so sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing. You were so devoted to him before his illness and during his illness, I want you to know that my heart hurts for you but rejoices for Wayne. My Mom loved you both so much and talked about the two of you visiting with her before and during her illness. That has always meant so much to me the time you both spent with her. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this time for peace and comfort during the coming days.

  3. I don’t think I ever knew anyone who loved hymns anymore than Wayne. We had the blessing of serving with Wayne on the ministry team from Parkwood to the nursing home each week to lead praise and worship and Bible study there. I took over after Wayne was unable. I’ve seen him sing hymns with an undeniable joy in his heart. One of his favorites was number 475 in the Baptist hymnal Victory in Jesus we sang each week for many many years. Wayne is singing at the foot of Jesus from his mansion in glory the old old story of Jesus and His Love. ….some sweet day I’ll sing up there the song of victory!!!! David and Becky Brantley

  4. We remember Wayne as a Christian brother, good friend, and encourager. While we thank God that he is with His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, we know he will be missed. – Dale and Shelia Lenker

  5. Martha I am so sorry for your loss I know you have wonderful memories of Wayne may God bless and keep you in His care 🙏❤️🙏


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