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Winfrey PEARCE Obituary
Winfrey was a native of Aulander, N.C., and was a Peninsula resident since 1959. He was Owner/Operator of Wimpy's Country Market in Tabb from 1959 to 1966 and was employed at Benthalls Market in Phoebus as a manager and butcher until he was 84.
Winfrey was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Melva Pearce.
He is survived by two daughters, Wenda Henry of Yorktown, Bonnie Olrogge and her husband, George of Yorktown; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
The family would like to extend their appreciation to the staff of Regency Health Care Center and the York County Fire & Rescue/Life & Safety.
Services will be private. The family will be at his residence.
In lieu of flowers or memorial donations, the family requests that you perform an act of kindness for someone.
Arrangements by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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December 15, 2009
Just heard about Wimpy's death today. So sorry, as it isn't easy losing a parent at any age we may be. Many fond memories of my parents and yours and in later years Peggy and Leigh.
Ella Mae Kyle Wimer
Barbara Kraft
December 11, 2009
Wimpy, your dad, was a great person and a dear friend of my father, Gus Kraft. They had a lot of fun together. Heaven is a joyous place now that they are joined together again along with Frank & Charlie Welch; Leonard Newcomb,
Tony Grasso and Emmett Bender.
Wayne & Teeny Emerson
December 10, 2009
Bonnie & Wenda, So sorry for your loss. Although I didn't really know your Dad well, I do know he has been a reliable constant in both of your lives. God bless you both.
December 10, 2009
The Rash family will miss Wimpy, He touched our lives. Our love and support will always be here for you.
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