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Mattie Giles Obituary
Mattie Rush Giles passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2012 surrounded by her family. She was born on November 26, 1914 in Bristol, VA, a daughter of the late Bill and Maggie Rush. Mattie worked at Dan River Mills for 20 years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a very caring person and a friend to all. She enjoyed working in her flowers, shopping, needlework, and spending time at Lake Norman with her family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Earnest Giles, her son-in-law, James Garrett Lawrence, and 13 siblings. Mattie is survived by her daughter, Gerri Lawrence of Greensboro, NC, granddaughter, Donna Lawrence Sugg and husband Joe of Julian, NC, great-grandson, Garrett Sugg of Red Bank, NJ, great-granddaughter, Ashlyn Sugg of Greensboro, NC, and sister-in-laws, Eva Oakley of Riedsville, NC, Earnestine Rush of Abingdon, VA, and Earnestine Rush of Hayesville, NC. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at 11:00 AM at Townes Memorial Chapel with Reverend Tim Earnhardt and Reverend Sarah Doss officiating. Interment will follow at Danville Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Townes Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Stokesland United Methodist Church, 212 Murphy Circle, Danville, VA 24541. Townes Funeral Home and Crematory, 215 West Main Street, Danville, VA , is serving the Giles family. www.townesfuneralhome.com Sign the guest book at www.GoDanRiver.com
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Gayle Lawson
June 29, 2012
I'm so sad to hear of the loss of "Miss Mattie". Heaven has certainly gained a beautiful angel. Although I only knew her a short time, I'm so thankful to have had the opportunity to become acquainted at family reunions. She always made me feel as if I belonged to the family and was a truly special lady. She and I shared many "Martha" memories. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Roy& Ann Williams
June 28, 2012
Gerri,we are sorry to hear about your mothers death. We know how much you loved her and how much you will miss her. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Kendra Tucker
June 25, 2012
I'm sad & joyful at the same time! My family are better people to have known Mr. & Mrs. Giles! Wonderful people, friends & neighbors! God Bless the family & know that you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Misty (Horner) Smith
June 25, 2012
Mattie was such a sweet person - she was so kind to me and had such a sweet spirit. She will be truly missed here on this earth - looking forward to that reunion day in Heaven when we can see her again. Your family is in my prayers - love you all -
Ashlyn Sugg
June 25, 2012
Nanny you were one of the strongest ladies I knew . I am so lucky I was blessed to be able to have a great grandmother like you in my life for almost 21 years. Thank you for everything you have done and all the great advise you have given me over the years ! I love you and can not wait to see you again someday !
Love always
Ashlyn
Darrell Myers
June 25, 2012
We will miss Mrs. Giles. She has joined Mr. Giles in Heaven now. What a great role model couple they were. May we all have learned how to live and love each other through their lives. The rides to Church, the words of wisdom and encouragement and the meals and true friendship throughout my whole life, wow! Thanks for being our friend! Until we meet again in Heaven, Love, Darrell and family
Joyce Rush
June 25, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. We loved Aunt Mattie very much. Lonnie and Joyce Rush
Tina Beaver-Garren
June 25, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of Mattie's death. My prayers are with the family.
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