Helen Chappell Vinson
Helen Chappell Vinson
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Helen was a native of Nash County, NC, born on May 5, 1925 to Earl and Mabel Warren Chappell. She was a member of Meherrin Baptist Church and worked as a bank teller for many years, as well as she was a Shrinette for ten years and an Exchangette for over twenty years. Helen was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister.
Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Vinson, Jr., her second mother, Janie Brown Chappell, a son, Douglas Vinson III; two brothers Edward and Earl Chappell Jr., and a special friend, Raleigh Johnson.
Left to cherish Helen's memory is her daughter, Julie Vinson and her husband Ronnie Byrd of Murfreesboro; , granddaughters, Sherri Vinson Bull and Aprille Vinson Stutts of Greensboro; two great-granddaughters, Hailey and Danielle Bull of Greensboro; two great-grandsons, Tanner and Bryson Stutts of Greensboro; a sister, Frances Chappell and her husband Richard Liverman of Cofield, a sister-in-law, Myrle Curle of Como, daughter-in-law, Christie Murphy of Greensboro, her devoted and loving caregivers, Louise Sharp and Lorraine Pierce, and her special companion Calita, along with numerous nieces and nephews
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service, Ahoskie, NC.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2014, at 3:00 PM at the Meherrin Baptist Church, Murfreesboro, NC, with the Rev. Josh Parsons, officiating, with burial in the Meherrin Baptist Church Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the United Hospice of Rocky Mount, 301 South Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or Meherrin Baptist Church, 519 Meherrin Lane, Murfreesboro, NC 27855
Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service - Ahoskie Chapel is handling the arrangements for the Vinson family and online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.garrettsykesfs.com.
Jane Markert
August 25, 2023
I will never forget my neighbor Helen, first person I met in the neighborhood. Kindest person I knew from day 1 Aug 1993 until I left Dec 2012. I miss her presence in my life so much and think of her often. Loads of fun and sad memories in our neighborhood in Murfreesboro.
Elizabeth Seagle
September 4, 2014
Julie and Family, Bob Reid called me to tell me of your mother's death. My mother was Thelma Boone Cooke, a first cousin of your mom's, who loved her very much. I have very fond memories of reunions at Aunt Nancy's house in Whitakers, playing with you and your brother Doug when we were all children. Your mom was such a very sweet and loving person ... my prayers are with you all.
September 3, 2014
My sincere condolences for the loss of your dear Helen. Life seems to fly by all too quickly. How loving God is to console us with his promise of eternal life.~John 3:16
May you continue to find needed comfort in God's Word and each other.
Gloria Vinson Lassiter
September 2, 2014
Prayers being lifted up for Helen's family. She was a very kind, caring person and she will surely be missed.
May got keep his comforting arms around you at this time.
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Amelia Vann Howard
September 2, 2014
I was asking about Helen not too long ago. She was a special lady - who meant a lot to my mom and dad as well as me. So sorry for your loss, Julie and family. Blessing to all.
Harry Vann
September 2, 2014
I have many fond memories of going to Douglas' and Helens' house with my brothers and sister growing up. She always kept up with over all these years. My condolences to Julie and her family members, Merle and family, and the Chappell family, and other caregivers.
Harry Vann
September 1, 2014
OUR SYMPATHY TO ALL THE FAMILY. HELEN WAS A SWEET LADY AND WE CALLED HER A SPECIAL FRIEND!! SINCERELY!
GLENN AND FRANCES MARTIN
AND FAMILY
Earl Chappell III
September 1, 2014
It is with both joy and sadness that I experience writing in this book today. I have had the joy of a renewed relationship with my Aunt Helen since my father's death. Aunt Helen was jovial, inspiring, and loving. I am deeply saddened because the renewed relationship has been too short. I know that Aunt Helen is with the Lord. I pray for Ron and Julie during this time.
Helen and her family
Jane Markert
September 1, 2014
To all of Helen's family members, I express my deepest sympathies. Helen was my very first friend and neighbor when I moved to Murfreesboro in 1993. She was always supportive, loving, spirited and there for me for 15 years. I have really missed her caring presence in my life. I love you Helen. Rest in Peace. Blessings to Julie & Ron and the rest of her extended family. Janie
Leo and Iris Wiggins
September 1, 2014
Praying God's blessings and comfort will be with you during these difficult days.
Sandy Smith
August 31, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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