Search by Name

Search by Name

Calla Brickhouse Obituary


Calla S. Brickhouse EDENTON - Calla Dora Snell Brickhouse, 84, of the 400 block of Rocky Hock Creek Road, died Oct. 24, 2008, in Three Rivers Nursing Center, Windsor, N.C. Mrs. Brickhouse was born in Washington County, North Carolina, was the daughter of the late James Bennett Snell and Dora Smith Snell Mitchell. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Edna and a brother, James. A homemaker, she was a member of Philippi Church of Christ in the Cherry community of Washington County. Surviving are her husband, Patrick H. Brickhouse; two daughters, Lenita B. Campen and Kim B. Grant, both of Edenton; two sons, Patrick J. Brickhouse and wife Vicky of Spartanburg, S.C., and Mark S. Brickhouse of Edenton; two sisters, Geraldine LaForest of Mitchellville, Md., and Joyce Phelps of Edenton; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Monday at 3 p.m. in Philippi Church of Christ by the Rev. Glenn Brickhouse and the Rev. Thomas Biggs. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Friends may join the family today from 4 to 6 p.m. in Miller Funeral Home & Crematory, 735 Virginia Road, Edenton, and all other times at the residence.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 26, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Calla Brickhouse

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

Phyllis Harrell

November 2, 2008

Thinking of you and your family during this time of your loss.
My prayers and thoughts are with you. I know you will miss her,as like I miss both of my parents. May the Lord be with you. Live day to day with the memories that you have and it will help so much. God Bless

October 31, 2008

I used to work with Kim years ago. I am very sorry for your family's loss. May God be with you and bless you at this time of sorrow. Brighter days are ahead for you and they have already begun for your Mother.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Calla Brickhouse's name

Memorial Events
for Calla Brickhouse

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Calla's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Calla Brickhouse's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more