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John Carraway Obituary
Wilmington -- John Abram Carraway, age 85, of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Feb. 3, 2012.
He was born on Jan. 13, 1927, in Pitt County, NC. He is the son of the late Abe and Melissa Carraway.
John served his country in the United States Air Force. While living in Burgaw, NC, he worked at Pender County Electric and was a member of the Jaycees. He moved his family to Wilmington in 1965. After receiving his CPA, he owned his CPA Firm in Wilmington. He was a member of Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church for over 40 years where he served as an elder, choir member, deacon and treasurer. He was a devoted member of The Gideon International, where he served as a former president, and treasurer of the Gideon camp in Wilmington. His wife, Jean is still an active member.
Including his parents, he is preceded in death by one daughter; Jonni Leigh Carraway; 4 brothers, Charlie, Harvey, Bennett, Sidney and his sister, Ruth Benton.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jean Carraway; two daughters, Donna Carraway and Sharon Clapp and her husband, Tim; grandchildren, Mark Clapp and Melissa Clapp; his sister, Martha Brooks Sandy; 2 sister-in-laws, Bernadine Carraway and Katherine Carraway; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Visitation will be held on Monday, Feb. 6, 2012, from 11:00am to 12:00pm at the Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, Feb. 6, 2012, at 12:00pm at the Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church with Dr. June Highfill officiating.
A Graveside service will follow with Military Honors at Oleander Memorial Garden, 306 Bradley Drive Wilmington, NC 28409.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideon International, PO Box 140800 Nashville, TN 37214-0800 or the Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church, 3902 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28403
The staff of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of John Abram Carraway.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Carraway
Tully Fenner
February 28, 2012
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I was going through some of my grandfathers things an found two ID tags. One is my grandfathers the other says John carraway and under Helen caraway 305 pace st Raleigh NC. If this belongs to you I would like to return it
February 10, 2012
Donna,
I will be thinking of you and your loss of yor father. He was the kind of man we want as a father, kind , gentle, loving and fun. I know you will miss him dearly. Love to see you sometime,
Denise Rogers Perry( old lost friend)
Jay and Deborah Hockenbury
February 8, 2012
Mrs.Carraway and Family:
Please accept our sincere condolences upon the passing of John. As young Christians in the 1970's, John's strong witness for our Lord increased our faith. There is no telling how many lives were blessed with his work with the Gideons. Praise God that we will see out friends and loved ones again in the Kingdom of God. Our prayer is that the Holy Spirit will strengthen and sustain you during this time of bereavement.
God Bless you,
February 7, 2012
Donna, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Norma Briggs, McDonald Elementary
February 6, 2012
Sharon & Family: We have you in our prayers due to the lost of your Father. The joy is remembering the wonderful times your Dad has given all of you. Phil and Sylvia Mobley ( part of your AUMC family )
February 6, 2012
Donna, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. From everything I've heard about your dad, he was a devoted husband, father and community leader. How proud you must be of him! Love you lots! Pat Cook, McDonald Elementary
February 6, 2012
Dear Jean,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today. Let me know if I can help you through this time.
Freddie Edwards
February 6, 2012
Millard and Martha Stimpson
Jack Stephens
February 6, 2012
I was saddened to read about the passing of your beloved relative and friend, John Carraway. If it weren't for John, I would not have been a member of Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church for 14 years friom 1979 to 1993. He and his wife befriended me, a complete stranger, at the church's October homecoming service in 1979 when I was searching for a church home. You have my deepest sympathy. John, you fought the good fight. Now RIP.
February 6, 2012
Sharon & Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. Let us know if you need anything.
In Christian Love,
Marty & Karen Klein
Jackie Bowden
February 6, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Mr. Carroway not only talked the talk but he walked the walked as he shared his faith. He was a great example and a pleasure to have worked with for so many years.
Jim and Jackie Bowden
Jim Bowden Electrical Service, Inc
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