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Willie Stallings Obituary
Willie is survived by his wife Jane Johnston Stallings of the home; daughter, Wendy Stallings Radcliff, husband Stacy, grandchildren Laurel and Ian of Greenville, NC; son Billy, his wife Christi, grandsons Caden and Christian of Kinston, NC; his sisters Ava Wilkins, and husband Gordon, of Cape Carteret, NC; Betsy Jones, and husband David, of Kinston, NC; his uncle Willard Stallings and wife Valera of Kinston, NC; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Willie was a loving and supportive husband, father and grandfather. He was fiercely competitive in whatever sport or hobby he participated in. He was an avid sailor and his latest hobby, Autocross, afforded him many hours of enjoyment. Willie was an artist, the barbecue king, a historian and lover of music. He was a generous and wonderful friend, possessing a huge heart and sincere interest in the lives of those he cared for.
The family would like to express their gratitude for the exceptional care he received from Dr. Rick Gorman and the staff of New Bern Cancer Care. Condolences and words of hope may be made at www.pollockbest.com. Memorials, in Willie's memory, may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, 4200 Morganton Road, Suite 300 Fayetteville, NC 28314, or www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, February 9, 2013, at First Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Bill Hawkins officiating. The family will receive friends following the services in the Session House. Major Stallings, Ret. will be interred, with full Military Honors, at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Willie Stallings
K. Hacker
February 25, 2013
Dear Jane and family; The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 40 of New Bern NC wanted to let you know how sorry we are to hear about your husband's passing on 1 Feb 2013. He served American during the Vietnam War. Being a recipient of a Silver Star says a lot about your husband. Serving in the National Guard as well as the U.S. Army and being inducted into NC Military Academy Hall of Fame.
The longer we live the more we learn, yet all our experience doesn't really seem to help when it comes to the loss of someone we care about. Veterans throughout the U. S. have lost a good friend. May God bless you and your family.
K. Hacker
Ch 40 DAV Adj
February 16, 2013
Jane,
It is with terrible sadness that I read of Willie's passing. We all had so many good times together. There was no better Grouper chief and if Willie were to judge no better cooker of pigs. He will be sorely missed. However you will never, ever be forgotten and will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Tex and Melinda Payne
First Grade Picture
Bill Pritchard
February 13, 2013
Jane , and Family : I haven't been in touch with Willie since 1961; but we had a lot of "fun" getting into and out of 'trouble ' at Contentnea High School... He studied hard , and played tough on the football field... I remember his '55-56 Studebaker ...with the Packard engine ... and many other fun time... He was "one of a kind " ...as I am sure you well know...It was My privilige to have been his acquaintance !
Kenneth Mize
February 13, 2013
Dear Jane and Ava,
I regret hearing of Willie's passing. He was a lifelong friend and American patriot. For those of us who know and love him, he will be deeply missed but forever remembered.
Deepest sympathy,
Kenneth Mize
Robbie & Kim Murphy
February 12, 2013
Billy and family,
Sorry for your loss. May the Lord bring everyone comfort during this time.
February 11, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Donna Hyman
February 9, 2013
You know I love Willie and you! So sorry for everyone's loss. Your loving friends will be with you in the coming times. What a GRAND guy and character to be missed!
Carol Lunney-Miller
February 8, 2013
Jane so sorry for your loss and the loss to all of us whose lives were touched in a positive way by Willie.
Debby Entwistle
February 8, 2013
Jane I am so sorry to hear of Willie's passing. He was such a sweet man. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will always be with you because you will carry him in your heart....
Robin
February 8, 2013
Jane, I am Diane's friend from Winston Salem and I was there not long ago. I am so teriibly sorry about the passing of Willie. He always had a good story to tell. Always a pleasure to see him when I visited. He will be teriibly missed.
Pat Avery
February 7, 2013
Willie,
Semper fi.
Pat
John and Barbara Davis
February 7, 2013
So sorry for your loss .
Mike's Tire and Auto
February 6, 2013
Jane and Family. We were so very sorry to hear about Willie. We will miss him stopping by and telling one of his many stories. He was a good friend to all of us.
February 6, 2013
Jane I was so sorry to hear of Willie's passing. He was always so positive and funny. I know he fought the good fight. Love Cheryl Adams
February 6, 2013
Jane, I was so sorry to hear about Willie. I'm sure he fought a valient fight. Take care Love Cheryl Adams
Rosalie Paradine
February 6, 2013
My sincerest condolences at your time of loss. Willie and you were in the top ten for my favorite clients. My prayers and thoughts go out to you. Please feel free to contact me if there is anything you ever need from our firm, Stubbs & Perdue.
February 6, 2013
Ava and Family,
We are very sorry to hear this news and we wish God's peace on his and your families at this time.
Bill and Barbara Daughety
Donna and Fred Halstead
Steve Hill
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Troy and Carole Williams
February 6, 2013
Very sorry to hear of Willie's passing. He always had a smile and good word for anyone he encountered. I will miss him.
Buck Adams
February 6, 2013
Jane,
I know this is hard for you as I have been through the same situation in the last five months. My thoughts and prayers be with with you and the family at this time. God Bless You...Susan Bayliss
February 6, 2013
Jane and family,so sorry to hear of your loss. Sam and I will remember all of you in our prayers. He is suffering no more and gone to a much better place. Life does hand us hurdles to deal with but always remember, God is in charge and knows what is best for all.
If we can do anything, let us know.
In Christian love, Janet and Sam Birmingham.
Lib Smith
February 5, 2013
So sorry to hear of Willie's death. My husband, Gene Smith, and I went on many Guard conventions with Willie and had wonderful memories. He was a very special friend and he will be missed.
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