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June K. Whitehurst NEW BERN - June Kuleen Whitehurst, 58, passed into Heaven to be with her Lord on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, following a courageous battle with cancer. The funeral service will be conducted Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinewood Memorial Park. Ms. Whitehurst grew up in Whitehurst Station and attended Bethel High School. She went on to earn her Master's degree in Special Education from East Carolina University. In health, she willingly gave of her time and resources to serve others, putting their needs before her own. She homeschooled her two daughters and taught special education students in both Pitt and Craven counties. She was an active attendee of both Temple Baptist Church in New Bern and Covenant United Methodist Church in Greenville. Ms. Whitehurst enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her three beautiful granddaughters, and Debbie Whitehurst, her best friend of more than 20 years. She was known by her kind words, generous spirit, beautiful smile, and sparkling eyes, which remained even as her health faded. She is survived by her parents, Ralph and Louise Whitehurst of Robersonville; daughters, Anna K. Welch and husband, David, of Eglin AFB, Florida, and Jaimi Whitehurst of New Bern; and grandchildren, Maddison Welch, Meredith Welch, and Marina June Welch. Ms. Whitehurst will be remembered as a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend by those whose lives she has touched. Although she will be missed, there is comfort in knowing that she is at peace in her Father's arms. They will receive friends tonight from 6 to 8 at Wilkerson Funeral Home. Online condolences at www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Daily Reflector on Jan. 14, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for June Whitehurst

25 Entries

June, Ma and Pa and Madison

February 17, 2009

June and her family, minus one grandbaby

February 17, 2009

Flora Hunkler

January 17, 2009

Jamie, I never had the pleasure of meeting your Mom. I spoke to her on the phone and she knew how deeply I loved her. Everyone in my Church reached out to her in prayer.We wanted so much for her to be well. She had so much to offer with her caring love, but Heaven needed her. I know how your heart must be grieving,but we will all pray for you to know a peace and understanding at this sad time. My love and prayers are with you. Love, Flora

Rachel Everett Little

January 17, 2009

Anna,
My mom told me this morning that she saw the notice in the paper for your mom. I am sorry for your loss. I will always remember your mom. All the field trips & activities that we did together. She was such a sweet lady. I know it has been years since we have seen each other, but I will always remember you both. You are in my prayers as I cannot imagine what you are feeling at this time.
Rachel Everett Little Greenville, NC

Bertie Newsome

January 16, 2009

Louise,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of June. You may not remember me but we were in Precept Bible Study together several years ago. As a matter of fact, June and I were in the same Precept class about 20 years ago. She was a very sweet and genuine person. Find comfort and strength in the Lord and in knowing others are praying for you at this sad and difficult time.

Janie Eubanks

January 16, 2009

Aunt Louise, Uncle Ralph, Anna & Jaimi - Your family has always had a special place in my heart. I have many special memories with June - I remember staying with her and helping to look after you two wide open girls, I can still hear her call me "sug" in that calm and comforting voice and Leagan still talks about our trip to Virginia when June helped her with some school work. She has left her special touch on so many lives. I will miss her dearly!

Karen Sneed

January 16, 2009

Anna and Jamie,
Please know we are praying for you in the loss of your mom. We pray you will sense God's presence and love in a special way. He loves you so much.
Love in Jesus,
7 Sneeds

Timothy Copeland

January 15, 2009

Jaimi and Anna: I am so sorry at the loss of your mother, so young. She was so precious and gentle. Ann and I will miss her. "For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth: ... , yet in my flesh shall I see God: Whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another; " (Job 19: 25-27) My wife is very sick (viral infection) and I must remain home with her today. We are sorry to miss the funeral. God bless you and yours... Tim and Ann Copeland

Marty Michaels

January 14, 2009

I send my deepest condolences to June's family. I went to school with June in Bethel. She was always so kind and friendly. I'll always remember her smile.

Georgia Webb

January 14, 2009

Ralph and Louise, I am very sorry for the passing of June. I always remember that she and I almost had the same birthday. I think of you often and know that God is looking after you at this time.

Molly Ramirez

January 14, 2009

June was a person I always looked up to. Even though we hardly ever saw each other and never got a chance to "really" know each other, these last couple of years I have drawn a closeness to her that I can't explain. I will never forget our conversations and her beautiful smile. She inspired me in so many ways. Her strength and ongoing faith was remarkable. Anna and Jamie: I couldn't imagine the pain you are feeling, but I know and I know you both know your Mom is with our Lord Jesus and will always be looking down on the both of you. It's a unexplainable feeling when you have the peace and joy in your heart knowing your loved one has got a ticket into heaven and is having the chance to finally meet God face to face. When my papa died, it was hard for all of us, but we never doubted who he was spending his time with... and for that we were grateful. I will miss her always but will look forward to meeting her again someday.

Laura Flesher

January 14, 2009

Jamie, Anna, Mrs.Louise and Ralph
We are praying for you as you are experiencing this great loss. I know Ms. June is with God celebrating! We love you!

Jenny, Ricky, Madeleine and JT West

January 14, 2009

All our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Debbie Whitehurst

January 14, 2009

Mr. Ralph, Mrs. Louise, Anna, Jaimi,
I will miss June so much. I loved her. She was my friend, my inspiration, and my sister. I rejoice in knowing she is with Jesus and we will see her again soon.

Sharon Everett

January 14, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Donna Matthews

January 14, 2009

The moments we shared as cousins and as friends are ever imbedded in my heart.

Beryl and Bill Nulph

January 14, 2009

Jaimi and Anna: Your Mother was such a good friend and neighbor to myself and husband Bill. She gave him hope and comfort with his own cancer. June was one of the sweetest, kindest, friends any person could ask for. We will miss her terribly.

Mandy Smith

January 14, 2009

June, you were a treasure to so many people. You were loved and will be missed!!

Beth Hughes

January 14, 2009

Mr. Ralph,Miss Louise,Anna and Jamie, I am so sorry for your loss.June was a very special person and I have many fond memories growing up spending time with yall as you were my extended family. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. May God hold you tightly in his arms during this time.

Babs Harrell

January 14, 2009

Ms June - We love you!
I am so glad we were able to see before you went to be with the Lord. Even though we will miss you here, we know you are having the time of your life talking, singing and spending time with the Lord.

Eric, Babs, Bronson and Jameson Harrell

Darlene House

January 14, 2009

I will always treasure the time I was able to spend with June at the hospital. I admire how her faith never waivered, even at the very very end. She didn't realize what an inspiration she was to so many people. She was so courageous and cared so very much about her family. I will never forget her words to her family "I am a winner, I will be with Jesus".

Deborah Broadwell

January 14, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. June and I were cousins as well as best friends in high school. I will miss her.