Anna Catherine Amos

Anna Catherine Amos, 92, of Hardy, died Friday, January 1, 2010. Known to most as Grandma Amos, even if they weren't kin, she was born, raised and lived her entire life on a farm. She was the true example of a country girl. Most days she could be found working in the garden, in her flower beds, or tending to baby calves. Her true passion was spending time with friends and family especially her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She was also a faithful member of Halesford Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wistar P. Amos; and by two sisters, Elsie Amos and Reba Meador. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Byron and Judy Amos, Hardy; two granddaughters, Heather Williams and husband, Clifton, Hope Mills, N.C., and Robin Amos, King, N.C.; one grandson, Duane Amos and wife, Laura, of Hardy; two great-grandsons, Aaron and Joshua Williams, Hope Mills, N.C.; one great-granddaughter, Anna Amos, Hardy one niece, Bonnie Beeler and husband, John, of Clemons, N.C. The family wishes to give special thanks to Good Samaritan Hospice, her registered nurse, Jayne, and her social worker, Pam. Also, special thanks to her friend and hairdresser Robin Brabham, and sincere thanks and appreciation to her caregivers, Gloria Welch and Kathy Wilson. Funeral services will be conducted 10 a.m. Monday, January 4, 2010, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Melvin Harris officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Flowers are appreciated or memorials may be made to Halesford Baptist Church. The family will receive friends Sunday, January 3, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 982-2221.