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Wayburn Birmingham Obituary

Wayburn Hager Birmingham "Waybe" CHARLOTTE - Wayburn Hager Birmingham, age 92, of Charlotte passed away Sunday, August 25, 2013. She was born October 2, 1920 in Davidson, North Carolina the daughter of the late Genevieve Christenbury Hager and Cleve Hager. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Ben Birmingham and sister, Marguerite Wagoner. Mrs. Birmingham was a strong southern lady who loved her family and always put them first. She was a longtime member of St. John's Baptist Church and active in the Unity Sunday School Class. She retired after a 33 year career from Employers Mutual Company as the Administrative Service Manager. Surviving are her daughters, Lynn Birmingham of Nashville, TN and Bobbi Newland (Peter) of Fernandina Beach, FL; grandchildren, Missy Smith, Brian Liles, Scott Newland and Mark Newland (Ragan); great grandchild, Austin Smith; sister, Dorothy "Dot" Propst; and numerous other loving family. A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM Friday, August 30, 2013 at McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon Memorial Park, 5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212. A graveside service will follow at 11:00 AM Friday in Sharon Memorial Park Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held 12:00 PM Friday, August 30, 2013 at St. John's Baptist Church, 300 Hawthorne Lane, Charlotte, NC 28204. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. John's Baptist Church or Harris Hospice Unit, PO Box 33549, Charlotte, NC 28233-3549. Condolences at www.McEwenfs.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Aug. 28, 2013.

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Diana Fuller

September 3, 2013

Bobbi, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how close you were to your mother and the strong bond. I am so sorry I couldn't be with you to offer support as you did for me during my loss. My prayers are with you and your entire family during this sad time.

Kimberly Wren (Comer)

September 3, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. Your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you find comfort in the beautiful memories you keep and love of one another.

J B

September 2, 2013

I am very sorry for your loss and the family is in my prayers. May God give you the comfort and strength needed during this difficult time.

Viveca Paddon

August 29, 2013

Bobbi,
I want you to know that I have you and your family in my prayers. I know that you and your mother were close but I never had the opportunity to meet her personally. However, I do know you and as her daughter, I am certain that her beautiful personality and spirit had to be awesome. Bobbi, her picture looks a lot like you, especially, the gorgeous smile and twinkling eyes. In the days ahead may God's love and that of family and friends be a comfort at this tender time in your life. Love to you sweet KD Sister and friend! Here's a warm hug from both Peter and myself.
Viveca and Peter Paddon

Beth Moose Swanner

August 29, 2013

Hey Bobbi: I just received news of this from Hooper via email. (God bless Hooper for letting "our sisters" know!)
I am so sorry I cannot be there for you tomorrow, as I am out of town right now. Please know I love you dearly and know your mother must have been a wonderful and special lady-she had YOU! I will keep you close to my heart and you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Thinking of you with love,

Christine Curtis

August 29, 2013

Bobbi, words can't express how my heart goes out to you. Your mom was an incredible lady and you loved her deeply. Trust that she felt your love and devotion. For what it's worth, I have a big hug waiting for you in Nebraska.

Jane Genten

August 29, 2013

Dear Bobbi, Lynn and family,
Your mom reminded me so much of my mother. It was a joy every time I visited her to help with her talking watch or trying to find a magnifier so she could identify her money. She was charming and very sweet, just like my on mother. Now she can see and hear again. I hope you feel her spirit all around you.
Sincerely,
Jane Genten, Social Worker/ NC Services for the Blind

Brigitte Rinaldi

August 28, 2013

Bobbi and Lynn,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet mama. I will always remember her as a kind soul and full of grace. May you find comfort knowing that she is with her heavenly father. You were wonderful daughters....so much love in your family! Praying for you all.

August 28, 2013

Lynn, we are so sorry for your loss, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Just know we are here for you. Joyce Payne and The Joy Sunday School
Class of Harpeth Heights Baptist Church

Margee Boner

August 28, 2013

Bobbi, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I know she was a very special lady. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Barbara Winters

August 28, 2013

Waybe was such a good friend to me and I loved her dearly. I will miss our conversations and sometimes sharing memories of our days at EMC. Praying for you all and I am so sorry for you loss. I love you.

Paula Harkey

August 28, 2013

Waybe was a special lady. She hired me at EMC. I remember her kindness to all. I am so sorry for your loss but I know she lives in all of you and in our memories. Paula Harkey

Jeanne Rouse

August 28, 2013

Bobbi-
I'm so sorry to learn of your mother's passing: she was a beautiful lady who will be missed. May the love of family and friends carry you through this sad time. Jeanne Rouse, KD [LRC '71]

Vickie Deal

August 28, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of MIss Waybe. She was a special lady to us, and we loved her dearly! We will miss her, but know she is rejoicing in heaven!! Heaven gained another saint! Grace Deal, Vickie Deal, and Tracy Peek

sandra owens

August 28, 2013

Dot,
I am so sorry to hear of your family s loss....Might God be especially close as you and Waybe s other loved ones "carry on"....
Surely she now knows of God s bright sunshine tomorrow...........

Sandra Owens
(Helen Cagles friend)

Elicia Harwood Hinkel

August 28, 2013

Bobbi & Family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories, your faith, and the love of family and friends.

Nelda Wright

August 28, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Waybe.. We have been friends so long.. back to 1940's. Please have someone in family who remembers us.. Nelda and Frank Wright to contact me.
Thanks. My prayers are with you all today.

August 27, 2013

Dear Roomie--
So sorry to hear your mom is gone--she was wonderful to me all the times you took me home with you in those LR days. I can even remember the sound of her voice. I wish I weren't on this side of the world and could be there to tell you how much I love you and how much I understand, from losing my own mother and from knowing yours, what you feel today. I'll be thinking of you both on Friday.

Linda Lightsey Rice (Minneapolis, MN)

August 27, 2013

Bobbi-I'm so sorry to learn of the loss of your mom. I know this is hard for your family. My sympathy to you, Lynn and the others who loved your mom so well for so long. With love, Brenda Showfety Henderson

Pam Stephens

August 27, 2013

Bobbi,
Losing your mom is a hard, hard thing. Remember the woman she taught you to be and you will get through it all. Upon the loss of a parent, we realize how much they gave to us and we are so thankful for the blessings they have been to our lives. Wish I could give you a hug. Certainly tinkling of you and your family.
Pam Stephens

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