William “Bill” Bunn Brantley
December 8, 1947 ~ July 20, 2018
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ROCKY MOUNT - William "Bill" Bunn Brantley, age 70, passed away on Friday, July 20, 2018 surrounded by his family. Born in Brazos County, TX on December 8, 1947, he was the son of the late William Oscar Brantley and Mavis Bunn Brantley.
Bill graduated from North Carolina Wesleyan College and East Carolina University. He started Bunn-Brantley Enterprises with his uncle, Benjamin Bunn. Bill was a dedicated member of Calvary Baptist Church where he served as Sunday School teacher and deacon. He was active in raising awareness of adaptive methods for allowing people with handicaps to enjoy everyday life. Bill loved to go fishing, watch golf, and tell jokes. He was a loving husband, father, Pop, Bah, and Bill-Bah. Bill will be greatly missed by the many people whose lives he touched.
Bill leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 23 years, Patricia "Pat" Malone Brantley; his four children, Melissa Mayberry and husband Mike, of North Augusta, SC, Amanda Turner and husband Mike, of Goldsboro, George Collins and wife Lindsey, of Jacksonville, and Richard Collins and wife Nicole, of Nakina. He is also survived by his eight grandchildren, Zac Vaughan, Christopher Turner, Nealie Turner, Ella Collins, Silas Collins, Laura Collins, Rynn Collins, and Sam Collins; siblings, Beth Yoak and husband Chuck, Bob Brantley and wife Sharon, David Brantley and wife Becky; aunt, Joyce Bunn; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, 505 S. Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Pastor Brandon Dees officiating. Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery. The Family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
The family would like to say a special thank you to Ike Daniel and Bill's caregivers, Heather, NeeNee, and Audrey.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, 8085 Saltsburg Road, Suite 201, Pittsburg, PA 15239 or online at www.umdf.org; or 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.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Tuesday 7/24, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Service
Calvary Baptist Church
505 S. Englewood Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 7/25, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, 505 S. Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Pastor Brandon Dees officiating.
Cemetery
Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
Wednesday 7/25, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery.
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I am so saddened by Billy’s passing. So many good memories back in the day.My heart goes out to the entire family.
In memory of William Bill Bunn Brantley, Alice Burchfield lit a candle
Pat and Family, words aren’t adequate to express my heartfelt sympathy to you on your great loss. I was saddened to hear of Bill’s death. He was a wonderful, Godly mam and I admired him so much. I can only imagine the lives he has touched. I always enjoyed his Brantley jokes. He is totally healed now and enjoying being in the presence of the Lord. He loved the song Beulah Land and he has reached that heavenly place now. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. Pat, what a wonderful wife you were . God bless you and comfort you.
I am so sorry to hear that Billy has passed. I would like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. May God be with you and your family during this time of bereavement. Praying for you and your family.
Bill was such an inspiration to me and my family. I learned a lot from him. He played a big role in my salvation. He will be greatly missed.
Pat, and family, sending you love and prayers in this time of of your loss. Mr. Bill always had a smile and seemed to have a gentle spirit. He will be missed at Calvary. Frank and Debbie Joyner
Sorry to hear, my condolences to all the family and friends
I am saddened to hear of Mr. Bill’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I will always remember his humor and kindness. 🌹
Oh so many memories but the best was his smile and expressions whe he caught a fish. You’ll be missed my friend.
So sorry Richard and all family for your loss of a special loved one. Our prayers are with you all and may you receive that special blessing from God to make your memories great and your hearts happy because you know he is in Gods care now. We love you and Family. Larry , Faye and Eric Benoy.
We are so saddened to hear of Billy’s passing. Wonderful memories, a good friend and a inspiration to us all. Billy is walking with the Angels. Keeping you all in our prayers. Al and Teresa Bullard
In memory of William Bill Bunn Brantley, Mike & Kim Jones lit a candle
What sad news. Bill was a dedicated member of our wonderful church. He is now free from and walks again with his Savior. Sending my thoughts and prayers to all the family members.
So sorry to hear of your loss
I am so saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. I had the pleasure of teaming up with Bill to conduct American’s with Disabilities Act workshops to employers across the state in the 1990s. Just a few months ago we met to discuss another project. He was truly a great role model for individuals with disabilities. I will truly miss him.
Bill was a warm, gentle soul whose perseverance in the face of his physical challenges was an inspiration to everyone who met him. We were privileged to work with him on a project that was dear to his heart, and hearing his voice on the phone always made our day a little brighter. He is now free from the prison of his body, but he will be sorely missed by all those he has left behind.
Bill touched my life at NC Wesleyan. He was a force buzzing around in his wheelchair. He needed me to help with addressing and sending out letters to solicit help in getting an elevator om the main building on campus. He gave me direct instructions to get the job done as fast as possible. Working together made it an easy task. He opened awareness of the needs of others and made me realize what one person can do. I’m glad I had that brief encounter. My condolences to his lovely famly.
It was my pleasure knowing you Mr. Brantley. Praying for your friends and family. You will be missed. Debbie LaRue
Our sincere sympathies to David and family during this time of grief. God bless you with peace and great memories.
Beth and family. thoughts and prayer for you at this time.
George, Lindsey and family, Please accept my condolences. I’ll be praying for you and your family. Bonnie
So long my friend It has been an honor to have known a man of your caliber, I will forever treasure the memories and time that we spent together as you would say ( chewing the fat). Bill, I will always treasure the friendship we shared, so rest on my friend. You fought a great fight, you ran a great race now receive your just reward . Always in my heart.
I have come to know Bill through the business he enjoyed so much….I never witnessed a time that Bill was not excited about his work endeavors and was uplifting for me to spend that time with Bill. He was always with a smile when I saw him and never complained. Bill you were a friend and I will miss our conversations and sharing of stories. May god be with your family throughout the coming years…… Alan Matthews
I have very good memories of Bill. He will be missed dearly!
Pat, Thinking of you. May the peace you need be given to you – and again and again when you need it! Amy Karnehm Willis NCWC