Photo courtesy of Sanders Funeral Home - Smithfield
508 N. 12th St. Smithfield, North Carolina
Nov 1, 1928 – Sep 19, 2022 (Age 93)
Dwendle Estella Oates McLean, Born November 5, 1928, in Sampson county to the late Alford & Estella Oates. She departed this life at her home she ate Sampson County Schools in Newton North Carolina. She was a devoted member of St. Peter's disciples of Christ until her health started to decline. She held positions as President of the Usher Board, She was a member of the Christian fellowship she also was on the mission board and a member of GRDA Usher of the Smithfield District. She was a member of the Flora Club she was also a member of the ever-ready club. Ms. Dwendle was a hardworking woman. She worked as a domestic worker. When her kids were small she also worked at lighting Antecedent for many years. She worked at K.R. Edwards tobacco Factory she retired and she went on to work for a lawyer Jimmy Narron. She worked as a nanny for Lampe her last final job was taking care of Rodgers. She proceeded in death by her husband; Eillis McLean one son Charles Watson two grandsons Marcus Raynor DeAndr'e Raynor two sisters Noralena and Mary Frances, and eight brothers. She leaves to cherish her earthly memories for daughters Barber McLean (Charles) of Raleigh NC Louise usher(Bobby) Stella Taylor (Allen) Melvin Ricky Watson of Smithfield NC two bonus Larry Sneed and Robert Whitfield. Eight granddaughters, Eight grandsons,20 great-grandchildren, and 9 great-great-grandchildren a host of nieces nephews, and cousins whom she loved dearly. MaMa I love you, you may be gone, But definitely, never-forgotten you're home now where there is no pain or no worries. Love Your, Baby Girl Billie Viewing : Saturday, September 24 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM Sanders Funeral Home Chapel 806 E. Market Smithfield Smithfield, NC 27577 Wake: Sunday, September 25 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM St Peter's Disciples Church Of Christ 1011 Massey St. Smithfield, NC 27577 Funeral Service: Sunday, September 25 1:00 PM St Peter's Disciples Church Of Christ 1011 Massey St. Smithfield, NC 27577 Interment: Sunday, September 25 Price Cemetery Selma, NC Get Directions
My deepest condolences. Rest In Peace Ms Gwen.
Doris McMillan
September 24, 2022 | Goldsboro, NC | Family Friend
Sorry for your lost. We're praying that God sustain you as you go through this difficult time. May you find comfort form the word of God.
James Usher
September 24, 2022 | Rose Hill | Family Friend
On behalf of the Jack and Mamie Oates family, we say goodbye to our beautiful aunt Dwen. She now joins Harvey, Richard, Leamon, Mary Francis, my father James (Jack), Martin, Robert, Lorenzo, aunt Lena. We love them all and to beautiful aunt Dwen, goodbye.
May God bless you and Heaven smile upon you.
Anthinette Oates Hines and Family
Anthinette Oates Hines
September 24, 2022 | Herndon, VA | Family
To Pam & family, though life will never be the same, time will gently heal you as love surrounds your heart wit tender memories. Shirley & Ervin
Shirley Barnes Ervin & family McBride
September 24, 2022 | Henrico, VA | Family
We are sorry for your loss and we pray that God will give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Chester and Brenda Harris Family
Chester Harris
September 24, 2022 | Selma, NC | Family Friend
an angle has gone
my deepest sympathy
to the family love
Clyda Bryant
September 23, 2022 | FAYETTEVILLE, NC | Family
James and I are so sorry for your loss!!
Glenda Danley
September 22, 2022 | Dunn, NC | Family Friend
I'm so sorry to hear about Nana's passing to all the family I hope I can get to come around in your time of sorrow
431 Brogden Rd Smithfield Sherrod
September 22, 2022 | Smithfield, NC | Acquaintance
We at The Tabernacle can only imagine the grief and sorrow that you bear. May you find comfort during this time as God strengthens your heart with His love and peace.
With caring thoughts and prayers from Rev. Dr. Robert O'Neal, Senior Pastor and the church family of O'Neal Revival Tabernacle, 500 Richardson Rd, Zebulon NC.
Rev. O'Neal
September 21, 2022 | Zebulon, NC | Friend
