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NETTIE THIGPEN Obituary
FAYETTEVILLE — Nettie Houston Thigpen, 93, died on April 28, 2012. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday May 5 at 11 a.m. at Evans Metropolitan Church , 301 N. Cool Springs St, Fayetteville, NC
Survivors: son Cressie Thigpen Jr, daughter Betty Thgpen-Beck, and sister Margaret McKoy
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Ocean City Beach Citizens Council
May 7, 2012
The Ocean City Beach community extends it deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. The community is deeply saddened by the passing of Mrs. Thigpen. We may never know how far one person's love has spread, but we know how that love has graced our community. And we will treasure that knowledge forever. While we know that words are only a small gesture of support, we want you to know that her spirit has touched many people's lives in our community. We know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. And we find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. We will continue to hold you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Ricardo Morgan
May 7, 2012
Lizzie,Patti and Mashella and the entire family, please know you all are in our prayers and thoughts. Your Aunt Nettie was a dear lady. Quick wit and lots of insight. She will be missed. Earth has no sorrow heaven cannot heal. Keep the faith... Ric Morgan
TERRY STATON
May 5, 2012
Patti and Marshella...my prayers are with you and your family..I remember your aunt making those beautiful frat and sorority ornaments...She will be missed Be Encouraged.Miss you guys..
Yolanda Willilams
May 4, 2012
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Barbara Robinson
May 4, 2012
Ms. Thigpen was there my first day of school. A grande lady who was so tall and regal with those glasses that hung neatly with a chain. Her smile to me calmed my first day jitters for this most important of days as I announced myself, "I am Betty Ann's friend". She warmed my confidence and always reminded me of that day. I cherish that memory!
May 4, 2012
Mary Baker-Sinclair, our sympathy to you and your family during this time. May God continue to wrap his arms around your family with his never fading love. We only heard how loving, warm and charming "Aunt Nettie" was. May she rest in Peace.
JC and Maxine Grantham, Fairview Heights, Illinois
May 4, 2012
My prayers go out to the Thigpen family,God will take care of you.
Ken Free of Greensboro,NC.336-681-0499
May 3, 2012
Sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God continue to strengthen you in the days to come. With deepest sympathy.
-James W. Roper (Florence, SC)
PRISCILLA PORTER
May 3, 2012
My heartfelt sympathy to the family. I knew both your parents and they were truly dear to me during my time of grief. May God give you strength and courage and may you always have fond memories.
Priscilla B. Porter, Rockingham, NC
Edna Earle Blue
May 3, 2012
She was a wonderful lady. Dan and I are grateful we had the pleasure of meeting her. May she rest in peace.
Linda (Melvin) Daniels
May 2, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Class of 1970
May 2, 2012
Betty & Family,
With Deep Sympathy, The sadness of the passing of your loved one is shared by many. May the thought of knowing that friends share in your sadness be a comfort to you...
Betty McPhatter Redmon
May 2, 2012
I was a student of Mrs. Thigpen. So happy that she was with us this long. My condolences to the Family.
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