Edwina Bullock Wadford
Franklinton
Edwina Bullock Wadford was a beloved grandmother, devoted mother, dedicated wife, faithful organist and gentle follower of God. She was born July 23, 1936 in Oxford and passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2019, in Raleigh..
A nurturer of people, animals, and plants, Edwina’s patience and pound cakes are legendary. She happily made many, many sacrifices to serve her immediate and extended family, and was the backbone of her family for many years.
She was a valedictorian of Creedmoor High School, attended Wake Forest College, and carried her love for research into every aspect of her life. Edwina faithfully played the organ at Neuse Baptist Church for 56 years. She was an avid reader, a re-purposer of all things, and a shining example of selfless service for other to emulate.
She was pre-deceased by her husband, Albert F. Wadford; brother, A. Bradley Bullock; and parents, William Edwin Bullock and Lillian Cannady Bullock Bouzard. Surviving are her sister, Brenda Bullock; children Nyle F. Wadford (Teresa), Paige W. Smith (Scott), and Trent A. Wadford; grandchildren, Christian, Tara, Chandler and Braxton Wadford; cherished niece, Jolie Jones; and many other special nieces and nephews.
The funeral was held at 2 pm. Wednesday, July 10, 2019. at Neuse Baptist Church, 4444 Louisbury Road. Burial followed at Pine Forest Memorial Garden.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Neuse Baptist Church Mission Fund, 4444 Louisbury Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811
Graham B. Gray
Raleigh
Graham B. Gray joined his heavenly Father on Wednesday, July 3, 2019. He was born December 11, 1940 in Stokes, a son of the late John Gray and Blanche (Congleton) Gray. Graham was predeceased by his brother, Reginald Gray.
Graham is survived by his wife, Brenda Gray; his children, Denise Love and husband, Joel, Regina Johnston and husband, Jay, Tammy Price and husband, Brian, Gina Smith, Denise Edwards and Jack Milam; his brother, Dr. John Gray Jr.; grandkids, Jared and Kristen, Sean and Montana, Zach, Megan, Brendan, Brett, Skyler and Kiley; and also five great-grandkids, Mason, Liam, Shepherd, Amelia and Micah.
Born and raised in Stokes, Graham was the youngest of three boys. After graduating from East Carolina University with a degree in industrial technology he moved to Virginia and then Louisiana, before finally settling back to Raleigh to be close to his family. He worked in chemical water treatment sales with several companies before he retired to do his own consulting.
Graham was an active member of Richland Creek Community Church. He loved God and his family like none other. He made friends with strangers and was quick to pray for a need. He was known for his kind heart, ready laugh, constant stories and desire to be a famous banjo player (that should make you smile). He shared his love of music by picking a guitar/banjo with his grand kids and his love of napping by viciously snoring in his recliner for all to enjoy. His vocal rendition of “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” moved people to tears. He enjoyed a good game of golf, catching fish and chatting with anyone who would listen. He would hold an audience of one captive with his stories. He shared all his experiences (good and bad) with his grand kids in hopes they could learn from his life. He was loved by all who knew him and celebrated as a man of God.
The funeral was held Monday, July 8, 2019, at Richland Creek Community Church. Interment was held privately for the family at Pinewood Memorial Gardens in Greenville.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Richland Creek Community Church Basement Fund.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811
Mary Louise Willey
Franklinton
Mary Louise Willey, 67, of Franklinton died Friday, July 5, 2019, in Raleigh. She was born August 16, 1951 in Steubenville, Ohio, a daughter of Gabriel and Irene Rozsa. Mary was predeceased by her father, Gabriel.
Mary retired after years of working in the nursing field and at Food Lion to spend time being a full-time grandmother and caregiver. She enjoyed cooking, hunting for new recipes, gardening, crafting, reading, playing Words with Friends, crossword puzzles, watching Christmas movies, HGTV, The Hallmark Channel and The Price is Right, and listening to Elvis music. Christmas was Mary’s favorite holiday and she enjoyed telling everyone how many days there were until Christmas. She enjoyed watching her loved ones faces as they opened gifts on Christmas morning. Mary will be remembered for taking care of others; going out of her way to help others and never expecting anything in return.
She is survived by her mother, Irene (Laposki) Rozsa; her husband, John Linville; her children, Tom Willey (Caryn), Brandi Willey Flock (Chris) and Tommy Linville (Priscilla Yates); her grandchildren, Kylie Willey, Ashlyn Flock, Peyton Flock, and Mason Flock; her sisters and brothers, Irene Ann Moore (Dale), Patty Cornelius, Helen Grimm (Jerry), Gabe Rozsa (Ginny), Cathy Woods (Ed), Jim Rozsa (Beth), John Rozsa (Liz), Kevin Rozsa (Debbie), Lisa Poole “Charlie” (Ty Beagle); 23 nieces and nephews, 26 great-nieces and nephews and four great-great-nieces and nephews.
A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 12, 2019, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Gift of Gratitude, Wake Med Foundation, 3000 New Bern Ave., Raleigh, NC 27610.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811
George G. Ferrell Jr.
Wake Forest
George G. Ferrell Jr., 65, passed away on July 4, 2019 at Transitions LifeCare in Raleigh. He was born on June 17, 1954 to George and Emily Jane Baker Ferrell in Wake County. George was preceded in death by his father, George G. Ferrell, Sr.
He graduated from Wake Forest High School. Although George was born in the Piedmont, he loved North Carolina’s coast and spent many years in the Topsail Beach area, working for Winn Dixie, managing the Loggerhead Inn and as a cook at the Smokehouse Restaurant in Surf City. After retiring George returned to Wake Forest, where he met and married the love of his life, Ada.
George enjoyed his retirement, spending time with his dogs, Chase and Skylar, cooking and doing yard work. During his last few weeks in and out of the hospital, he would tell Ada and Jennifer that he loved them, and then reminded them to water his flowers. George loved to watch NASCAR and golf and was a big fan of Chase Elliot and Tiger Woods.
He is survived by his wife, Ada Holding Ferrell; his mother, Emily Jane Baker Ferrell; his brother, Tim (Amy) of Zebulon and sister, Pam Moore (Gordon) of Louisburg; daughter, Jennifer Ferrell Sensinger; step-daughters, Robyn Dinkel (Joel) of Charlotte and Victoria Fisher of Wake Forest; and three grandchildren.
Visitation waa held Sunday, July 7, at the home of Tim and Amy Ferrell, in Zebulon. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Rolesville Baptist Church Building Fund, PO Box 185, Rolesville, NC 27571 or Transitions LifeCare, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.”
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811
