Albert H. Maxwell Jr.
Feb. 21, 1937-May 29, 2014
Albert Herr (Al) Maxwell Jr. of Rolesville died suddenly on Thursday, May 29, 2014. He was born on February 21, 1937, in Asheville and was the loyal son of the late Albert H. Maxwell Sr. and Nelda Wilson Maxwell. He grew up in Morganton and then attended college at NC State University, where he received his BS in Electrical Engineering. Al began working at Westinghouse after graduating in 1959 and continued there until his retirement in 2000.
He was preceded in death by Linda Pitts Maxwell after 34 years of marriage.
Al is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 11 years, Sandra Jean Maxwell and her three children; Becky Irwin, and her husband, Phil, Bill Wells and his wife, Wendy, and Greg Wells. Also surviving are their grandchildren; Nick and Lindsay Irwin, Calvin and Kelsi Wells, Amanda Berube and one great-grandson, Geoffrey.
He was the sweetest Daddy to his two daughters, Elizabeth Maxwell Fondo and Sarah Maxwell Collins. He was the very proud grandfather of Ashley and Jacob Naegele, Maxwell, Davis and Wade Collins. He is also survived by his only brother, James Maxwell. He was loved by many brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and one special son-in-law, Luis Fondo. He will be missed by many dear friends and neighbors.
If you knew Al you would surely agree he was the perfect picture of God’s fruits of the spirit; love, joy, long suffering, peace, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. (Galatians 5: 22-23)
A strong, close family was a vital part of his life. Spending quality time enjoying family, finding beauty in all things in nature, and corny jokes and puns were some of his favorite things. He was a gentle man and a true gentleman. If he could whisper some things to us now, he might say these words:
“I thank you for the love each has shown. But now it’s time I traveled on…though you can’t see or touch me, I’ll be near. And if you listen with your heart, you’ll hear… All my love around you soft and clear… And then, when you must come this way, I’ll greet you with a smile and welcome home.”
John 14:1-3 “Do not let your heart’s be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.”
A memorial service was conducted at 3 o’clock Sunday afternoon, June 1, 2014, at Hope Lutheran Church in Wake Forest.
The family would like to sincerely thank the friends and family who have expressed their sympathy at this sad time.
Al was an active member at Hope Lutheran Church and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Lutheran Church, 3525 Rogers Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.brightfunerals.com.
Raymond Edwin Wasser Jr.
Raymond Edwin Wasser Jr., 89, of Wake Forest passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2014, at the Franklin Manor in Youngsville. He was born in Mercer, Penn., the son of the late Georgine McClure Wasser and Raymond Edwin Wasser Sr., and was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Navy.
Funeral services were held at 3 o’clock Saturday afternoon, May 31, 2014, in the Chapel of Bright Funeral Home with Chaplain Alan Murphy officiating. Burial was in Wake Forest Cemetery with military honors.
Mr. Wasser is survived by his wife, Virginia Falske Wasser; a son, Raymond Edwin Wasser III of Satellite Beach, Fla.; daughters, Patty Wasser of Hudson, Fla., Mary Kelly of Brasstown and Georgine Wasser of St. Petersburg, Fla.; step-children, Joseph Meyer of Aurora, Ill., James Meyer of Wake Forest and Jeffrey Meyer of St. Petersburg, Fla.; 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to Amedisys Hospice, 3320 US 1 Hwy, Franklinton, NC 27525.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.brightfunerals.com.
Ruth Pearce Bailey
Ruth Pearce Bailey, 71, died Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at Rex Hospital. She was born in Wake County, the daughter of the late Alva Allen Pearce and James Daniel Pearce, and was a member of Stony Hill Baptist Church. Mrs. Bailey was retired from Carolina Sportswear in Creedmoor.
Funeral services were held at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon, May 30, 2014, at Stony Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Jeff Mayfield and the Rev. Dr. Mike Jones officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Bailey is survived by her husband of almost 52 years, Millard Bailey; sisters, Ruby Babb and husband, Doug, of Lillington and Mae Harrison and husband, Bobby, of Wake Forest; brother, Ricky Pearce and wife, Debra, of Wake Forest; her beloved dog, Scooter; sister-in-law, Lathie Ray; and by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Louise Baker.
Pallbearers were Edward Allen, Robert Williams, Jason Pearce, Justin Pearce, Danny Babb, and Ted Lowery.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.brightfunerals.com.
Rawlings L. Denson Sr.
Rawlings Leon Denson Sr., 81, of Franklinton passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at Maria Parham Medical Center. He was born in Lynchburg, Virginia, the son of the late Otha William Denson and Helen Louise Burnette Denson. He was retired from IBM as a senior scientist after 23 years of service. Mr. Denson was a veteran of the United States Army, having served in the Korean War, and was a member of the American Legion Post 52.
Funeral services were held at 11 o’clock Saturday morning, May 31, 2014, in the Chapel of Bright Funeral Home with the Rev. David Averette and the Rev. Don Ward officiating. Entombment was in Pine Forest Memorial Gardens with military honors.
Mr. Denson is survived by his sons, R.L. Denson Jr. and wife, Gwen, and Barry Denson and wife, Donna, all of Franklinton; grandchildren, Michelle Denson Bolt and husband, Stephen, of Belmont, Hubbard Chapman III and wife, Melissa, of Bunn and Alvin John DeBats III and wife, Jocelyn, of Cameron; great-granddaughters, Elaine Louise Bolt and Lillian Kay Bolt; nine step great-grandchildren; and sister, Evelyn North and husband, Frank, of Lynchburg, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Dowdy Denson; sister, Daisy Druscilla Valenti; and by his brother, Agee Otha “Buddy” Denson.
Pallbearers were Phil Womble, Andy Floyd, Hubbard Chapman III, Al Conyers, Steve North, Bob Miller, Brendan Magee, and Kevin Carroll.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.brightfunerals.com.
Karen Diane Schindler
Karen Diane Schindler, 68, of Raleigh passed away on Tuesday May 27, 2014, at the William M. Dunlap Center for Caring after a long battle with cancer. Karen was born in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of the late Charles Peter George Ditsch and Hattie Evelyn Bade Ditsch, and was retired from IBM after a successful and rewarding 25 years of service.
During her retirement she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, honing her many artistic talents, and doing charitable work for those in need. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who was admired by everyone for her strength, courage, and great sense of humor.
Karen is survived by her husband of 35 years, Fred H. Schindler Jr.; daughters, Kristi Vanderbeek and husband, Chris, of Willow Springs and Shelby Gorman and husband, John, of Kimberton, Penn.; stepdaughters, Jackie Garman and husband, Briton, of Edmond, Okla., and Joanna Schindler of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and grandchildren, Taliah, Kylie, Hattie, Maya, Joelle, Joshua, Woody, Zelle, Ethan, and Aidan.
A celebration of Karen’s life will be held near her birthday in July. The celebration will be open to all and details will be communicated at a later date.
Memorial gifts may be made in Karen’s name to the Assistance League Triangle Area, P.O. Box 98477, Raleigh, NC 27624 or to Transitions LifeCare, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.brightfunerals.com.
Ralph F. Schmoeger Jr.
Ralph Frederick Schmoeger Jr., 89, of Wake Forest passed away Sunday, May 25, 2014, at his home. He was born in LaSalle County, Illinois, the son of the late Viola Liebhart Schmoeger and Ralph F. Schmoeger Sr. Mr. Schmoeger is a veteran of the United States Navy and was retired from Parker-Hannifin Corporation after 20 years as an engineer. He was a parishioner of Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Church where he sang in the church choir.
A Mass of Christian Burial was offered at 10 o’clock Friday morning, May 30, 2014, at Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. Burial was in Pine Forest Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Schmoeger is survived by his wife of 66 years, Madylon Harrington Schmoeger; sons, Terry Lee Schmoeger and wife, Patricia, of Raleigh and Duane Allen Schmoeger of Angier; grandchildren, Adam Schmoeger, Stephen Schmoeger, Kevin Schmoeger and Joseph Schmoeger, all of Raleigh; and sister, Paula Tiggeman of LaSalle, Illinois.
Memorial gifts may be made to Transitions Life Care (Hospice), 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607-6372 or to St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, Of Living Stones Campaign, 520 W. Holding Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.brightfunerals.com.
Coralee ‘Corky’ Blewitt
Coralee “Corky” Blewitt, 73, of Wake Forest passed away on Saturday evening, May 24, 2014, at Rex Health Care in Raleigh. She was born in Steubenville, Ohio, the daughter of the late Anna Pochuvay Blewitt and Raymond Blewitt, and was retired from Athey Products in Wake Forest.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Corky is survived by a daughter, Cynthia Sharp and husband, Tony, of Lakeland, Fla.; a son, Christopher McClenathan and wife, Tina, of Galion, Ohio; sisters, Donna Blewitt of Wake Forest, Elizabeth Jenkins of Utah and Carolyn Seaman and husband, George, of Richmond, OH; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond Blewitt Jr. and Walter Blewitt.
Online condolences may be directed to the family a www.brightfunerals.com.
Joyce M. Wright
Joyce Mustain Wright, 81, of Wake Forest passed away Sunday evening, May 25, 2014, at Hillside Nursing Center. She was born in Warren County, the daughter of the late Margie Peoples Mustain and Curtis Mustain, and was retired from Wake Forest Care Center as a nursing assistant. Mrs. Wright was married to Willard “Jack” Wright, who preceded her in death.
Funeral services were held at 11 o’clock Tuesday morning, June 3, 2014, in the Chapel of Bright Funeral Home with the Rev. Randy Ayscue officiating. Burial was in the Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
Joyce is survived by her children, Jackie Wright and wife, Mercedes, of Melbourne, Fla., Ricky Wright and wife, Cindy, of Elkton, Md., Deborah Greenough of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, Steven Wright of Raleigh, and Susan Shull and husband. Mike, of Sherman, Texas; sisters, Jane Edwards and Patsy Rogers of Middleburg, and Nancy Ayscue of Henderson; brothers, Eugene Mustain of Afton and Carlton Mustain of Ft. Meyers, Fla.; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Online memorials may be directed to the family at www.brightfunerals.com.
Joe Willard ‘Buddy’ Eddins Jr.
Joe “Buddy” Eddins Jr., 65, of Rolesville died Monday, June 2, 2014, at Transitions Life Care Center in Raleigh. He was born in Wake County, the son of the late Lillian Alice Weathers Eddins and Joe Willard Eddins Sr. Buddy was the owner and operator of the Rolesville Market until 1990.
Per Buddy’s request a private graveside funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, in the Rolesville Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. J. Marshall Neathery and Rev. Dr. Randy Bridges officiating.
Buddy is survived by his wife, Alford Eddins; daughters; Tammy Perry (Bryan) and Terri Eddins (Buck Smith); a son, Jay Eddins (Kelly); sisters, Patsy Woodlief (Donnie) and Phyllis Daniel (James); and grandchildren, Meri Ashlen, Chelsea, Brittany, Seth, Haley, Trey and Maci.
Flowers are accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Transitions of Wake County 250 Hospice Circle Raleigh, NC 27607 or to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105.
Friends may visit with the family from 10 to 11:30 Wednesday morning, June 4, 2014, in the Rolesville Baptist Church Family Life Center.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center.
