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Thomas West Obituary

THOMAS LEE WEST

LUMBERTON — Thomas Lee West, 88, of 1012 E. Ninth St., Lumberton, died at his daughter's home in Anderson Creek, N.C., on Dec. 30, 2017.

Mr. West was surrounded by his immediate family and was listening to one of his beloved Glorymen CD's as he took his last breath in this world and went home to glory.

Mr. West was born in Robeson County, to the late John "Johnny" Hector West and the late Florida Floyd West. He was an active member of East Lumberton Baptist Church (ELBC) and served as a deacon, Training Union director, and choir member for many years. Mr. West and his wife were active volunteers at Golden Living Nursing Home and with the Extension Department of ELBC as they tried to minister to senior citizens and shut-ins. He was a farmer for much of his life while also being a Robeson County Rabies Control Officer for many years and also a Heavy Equipment Operator for Robeson County Landfill for many years.

Mr. West was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Hilda West Branch, Horace West, Gertrude West, Floyd West, Vardell West and J.C. West; and many other beloved family members and friends.

Mr. West is survived by his wife, Laura Lee Frye West of the home; a daughter, Vickie West and husband, Joe M. Denning of the Anderson Creek area of Harnett County; two sons, Donald Lee West and wife, Brenda Jeanne Ellis West and Ronald Lee West, all of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; a sister-in-law, Hattie Mae Hannon West Ivey and husband, Rock, of Lumberton; two granddaughters, Jody Kay Westing and husband, Brian Worley, of Roy, Wash. and Jackie Lee West-Denning of Indiana; and a stepgreat-granddaughter.

A visitation brunch will take place prior to the service on Saturday, Jan. 6, beginning at 11 a.m. at East Lumberton Baptist Church's Fellowship Hall. The family will also receive friends following the burial.

Following the visitation, a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. in East Lumberton Baptist Church's Sanctuary with Rev. Michael Bowen officiating. Burial will follow at Meadowbrook Cemetery.

Mr. West will be greatly missed, as he was a dedicated Christ follower and a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and caring friend. He was a wonderful Christian example for his family and for others as he faithfully loved and served our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to East Lumberton Baptist Church, 201 Whiteville Ave., Lumberton, N.C., 28358.

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.FloydMortuary.net.

Published by The Robesonian from Jan. 4 to Jan. 5, 2018.
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Mrs. West and family we are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all during this time. Curt Locklear, Janice Locklear, and Shirley Steen

January 9, 2018

Praying for all of you. I did enjoy talking to Mr.West at Mrs.Gladys. I only did their yard for a short time but he made a great impression. Until we all meet again my prayers are with you.
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January 7, 2018

Don, Ron, and Jeanne, May God comfort you and all your family during this time. We enjoyed meeting your mom and dad when they would come to Shiloh years ago. What a talented, loving family who loved God. May your dad rest in eternal peace. Sincerely, your old friends, Cindy and Luke Miller

Cynthia Miller

January 4, 2018

May God bless you during your time of sorrow. Mr. Tom was a wonderful christian and a friend also. With our deepest sympathy. In Christ, Dewey & Nancy Sykes

January 4, 2018

Praying for all the family during this difficult time. Bruce Walters

January 4, 2018

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