Bertha "Bertie" Pleasants Daniel

November 25, 1915 - April 15, 2017

Cary

Bertha "Bertie" Pleasants Daniel passed away on April 15, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. A Cary native, she was the daughter of Alphius Harrison Pleasants and Ida Cook Pleasants. She graduated from Cary High School in 1932 as the valedictorian of her class. She continued her education at State College (now NCSU) and The Raleigh School of Commerce. She retired from the NC Highway Commission (NCDOT) in 1979 after thirty plus years of service.

Bertha was preceded in death by Jeter E. Daniel, Sr., her husband of 32 years; nine brothers; six sisters; and multiple nieces and nephews. She is survived by her son, Jed E. Daniel, Jr., his wife, Jo and grandsons, Harrison and Carson; daughter, Anne Daniel Hailey and grandchildren Kim, Courtney, Arthur and Rebecca Hailey and Emily Daniel Hailey Stokes; three great grandchildren, Quinn Alderman, Gigi Stokes and Birdie Hailey; a special niece and Scrabble partner, Virginia Dare Jones; her "special girls" and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Although Bertha was a person of many talents and interests, her greatest love was for her family, church and community. Bertie was a gracious, generous Christian woman and southern lady. She personified selflessness and unconditional love for her family and friends, and always modeled a servant's heart.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 18 from 6:00-8:00pm at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 200 SE Maynard Road, Cary. The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 10:30 am at First United Methodist Church in Cary, 117 S Academy St., Cary. A private interment service will be held at Raleigh Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Bertha's memory to First United Methodist Church in Cary, The Salvation Army, or the charity of your choice.

Arrangements for the Daniel family are under the direction of Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, Cary. Online condolences may be made to www.brownwynnecary.org

I have fought the good fight, I finished the race, I have kept the faith. Timothy 4:7

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Published by The News and Observer from Apr. 18 to Apr. 23, 2017.

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Susan Powell (Dewey) Brinkley

April 19, 2017

A lovely lady endowed with a remarkable memory of past
Family and events. Extremely loyal to Powell first cousins....
We loved her too. Most gracious. We join you in your pride.
The Powell family of Fuquay.

Anne Wells

April 18, 2017

Anne, Rebecca and family...I was so sorry to hear of Mrs. Daniels' death. She was such a sweet lady and always wore a smile. Your mom was one of the very first people I met when I joined FUMC some 30 years ago and she immediately put me at ease. Our church has lost such a dear Christian but Heaven has gained another angel. You are all in our (Jenny, Sarah and myself) thoughts and prayers.

Elaine Steinbeck

April 18, 2017

Anne and family,: Steve and I offer our sincere sympathy along with comforting thoughts and prayers, Elaine Steinbeck

Johanna Christian

April 18, 2017

Anne,Jed and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bertha was a very dear friend of mine. I am so going to miss our visits together. She was an awesome lady who will always hold a special place in my heart.

Paula & John Potts

April 18, 2017

Rebecca & Anne and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and are lifting you and your family up in prayer in the days ahead. May you find comfort in your many wonderful memories of such a great mom & "Bertie".

Shirley Sprinkle

April 18, 2017

Thank you Mrs. Bertha, for all the kindnesses, laughter, and comradery. I loved knowing you and sharing stories and Chocolate Chip cookies. You showed everyone great love, and will remain a constant reminder of how love is supposed to be shown.
As the mother you were to your children, you will be greatly missed.
God blessed me with you.

April 18, 2017

Bertha was always one of my favorite people at
Glenaire . She was truly an example of growing old gracefully. It always warmed my heart to have a short visit with her.LaVoyce Harrell ({Ruby Chambers daughter )

Angela Pace

April 18, 2017

Cary and Mrs. Daniel's family lost an icon of grace. She will be missed by so many people. Jed and Anne, I send my condolences to you and your families.

Cathy Rich

April 18, 2017

Anne, I am so sorry about your loss. Your mother was a special person and I know you will miss her. Can't believe your and Trina's loss so close together. Gone but not forgotten and she will always be in your heart. Love and Prayers,
Cathy Rich

Emily Stokes

April 17, 2017

Bertie Girl,
I miss you so very much! My heart aches for 1 more hug, 1 more kiss, 1 more minute with you. I am comforted by the fact that one day we will be reunited in Heaven and I will be able to get all the hugs and kisses! I LOVE YOU more than any words can convey.

Love,
Emmy Daniel

William Green

April 17, 2017

Bertha's legacy is enormous.
She leaves several generations of her family with a legacy of love.
She has become a role model for so many members of her family and beyond.
She leaves a legacy to First UMC of saintly, unselfish service to her Lord.
She leaves a legacy of community good will, hospitality, and "can do" spirit to the town of Cary.
She leaves a legacy to me of kindness.
I have been privileged to know Bertha as one of her pastors for over 28 years!
In June of 1989, she showed me kindness when I arrived in Cary.
That kindness never ceased.
After every visit with her, she smiled, thanked me, and said a kind word.
Those words of kindness will live on in me.
Thank you, Bertha!
Rev. H. William Green

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