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Patsy Staley Obituary
SALISBURY - Patsy Ruth Carter Staley, age 82, died Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013 at Tucker Hospice House, Kannapolis, after a period of declining health.
She was born Aug. 2, 1930 in Orange County, the daughter of late Lawrence Thomas Carter and Odell Ward Carter. Patsy was a 1948 graduate of E.M. Holt High School, Alamance County.
Patsy was employed with Wachovia Bank in Burlington from 1948 until 1963. During that time she also worked for the City of Burlington. Later in her life she served as a teacher assistant from 1974 to 1988 having worked in the Stanly County Schools and Kannapolis City Schools. She was a member of New Hope Lutheran Church, Kannapolis. She was married to her husband, Rev. Maurice E. Staley on April 2, 1950 at Alamance Lutheran Church. She was a pastor's wife since 1966 having helped her husband in his various pastoral ministries: Mt. Zion and New Bethel Lutheran Churches, Richfield, from 1966 to 1981; Center Grove Lutheran Church, Kannapolis, from 1981 to 1994; and Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Salisbury, from 1995 to 2008.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a brother, Robert L. Carter.
Survivors include her husband, Rev. Maurice E. Staley; her son, Roger N. Staley & wife, Martha of Cornelius; her daughter, Carol S. Stamper of Concord; grandchildren, Lauren S. Sailors, Adam Staley, Jordan Staley, Matthew Stamper, Andrew Stamper, and Cynthia Stamper; and two great-grandchildren, Noah and Cooper Sailors.
Visitation and Services: The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013 at New Hope Lutheran Church, 1615 Brantley Road, Kannapolis, officiated by Rev. Kim E. Trabold. Friends and family are invited to the graveside service that will held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at Alamance Memorial Park, Burlington. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall after the service.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to New Hope Lutheran Church, 1615 Brantley Road, Kannapolis, NC 28082 or Hospice & Palliative Care of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081.
Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com, Kannapolis, who is handling the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Patsy Staley
February 24, 2013
Patsy was my teaching assistant at Jackson Park School for awhile back in the late 80's, and she was a wonderful person. Although she had terrible back pain, she was always positive and had a smile for everyone. Let it comfort you to know that she is free from pain now.
Sincerely,
Lynette Cannon
Larry & Kaye Shive
February 22, 2013
Pastor Staley & family,
So sorry to learn of Patsy,s passing. Have only fond memories of her and her beautiful smile during the years at Center Grove. She is now enjoying a new life without pain. Our prayers are with you and God,s Peace be with you in the coming days. We love you. Larry & Kaye.
Julie Rushing
February 21, 2013
I have known the Staley's it seem's like my whole life. Growing up at Centergrove Luthern Church, i have very fond memories of them both. I am so very sorry for her passing, but i know she is with her maker and King!
Jill Straughn
February 20, 2013
I knew Patsy from coming in our office. She was so funny. Always said exactly what she was thinking. She never came in without making us all laugh. She never left one time without asking me about my daughter who was having some medical issues. She will be sadly missed.
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Johnny Williams
February 20, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
February 19, 2013
Please allow me to express my heart felt sympathy Maurice to both you and the family at the loss of Patsy. Take consolation in knowing that she now walks with the Lord.
Sincerely
Milton F. Clapp
Chris Stoudt
February 19, 2013
The light of your love will glow forever.
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