Pearlie Mae Bridgers

1922 - 2017

Pearlie Mae Bridgers obituary, 1922-2017, Riegelwood, NC

Pearlie Mae Bridgers

1922 - 2017

BORN

1922

DIED

2017

Pearlie Bridgers Obituary

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Pearlie Mae Bridgers, 94, of Riegelwood passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents: Johnathan and Lola Helms; four brothers: McKinely, Claude, Roy, Paul; two sisters: Ettra and Ruth. She is survived by daughter: Lola Bridgers Meggs and husband Bobby of Riegelwood; three sons: David Bridgers and wife Veda of Brunswick, Alfred Bridgers and wife Jeri of Delco, Mark Bridgers of Riegelwood; ten grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. Pearlie was Salutatorian of her high school graduating class of 1939. Her hobbies were her family who she loved with all her heart and working in her flower garden. She especially enjoyed cooking special dishes that they loved. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Riegelwood for at least 50 plus years. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 13, 2017 from 6-8pm at Wesley United Methodist Church in Riegelwood. A funeral service will be Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 2pm at the church with Dr. Jerry Martin officiating. Burial will follow service in Weyman Methodist Church cemetery. At other times, the family will receive friends at 17491 Old Lake Rd. Riegelwood, NC 28456. The family would like to express their gratitude to Premier Living of Lake Waccamaw, NC, Dr. Berry, all the wonderful caregivers, and Lower Cape Fear Hospice of Whiteville. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the cemetery care fund of Weyman Community Cemetery c/o Dianne Rabon 156 Narrow Gap Rd. Riegelwood, NC 28456 or the building fund of Wesley United Methodist Church 104 Hwy 87 South Riegelwood, NC 28456.

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February 14, 2017

Gloria Bridgers Lupton posted to the memorial.

February 14, 2017

East Columbus Cafeteria Staff posted to the memorial.

February 14, 2017

Kent Stephens posted to the memorial.

Gloria Bridgers Lupton

February 14, 2017

Lola David Alfred mark, so sorry to hear about your mother. I loved also she was a very kind and sweet sister-in-law.

East Columbus Cafeteria Staff

February 14, 2017

Mr. Bridgers you are in our prayers and forever in our hearts

Kent Stephens

February 14, 2017

Lola, David, Alfred and Mark: I am very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of your mother and the family and will keep you all in my thoughts.

Sharon Bowen

February 14, 2017

Praying for the family, she was a VERY strong lady.

Tyler Pierce

February 13, 2017

So sorry to hear about your loss. She was a special lady, and the head of a special family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Linda Millar

February 13, 2017

Lola. I do remember what a great mother and what a great cook!! I know you'll miss her. I miss my Mama everyday. Thoughts and prayers are with your family!! Love to all. Linda Helms Millar

Linda Millar

February 13, 2017

So sorry to hear about your Mom. I wish we got to see eachother more!! I miss and love you all!! Linda Helms Millar

Lara Keaton Barber

February 13, 2017

While, I never met this beautiful lady, I have known the kindness that she must have possessed as shown by her son Mark, and the grandchildren that I have been fortunate to know. My prayers are definitely with you at this time. A long life well-lived and now she has gained her rest. Blessings of Peace and Comfort to the Bridgers family.

glenn helms

February 13, 2017

Lola: So sorry to learn of your Mom's death. Eloise and and I are sadden for you and family but remember her from years ago as a kind and caring person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Glenn

Linda Taylor

February 13, 2017

Mark, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Just know that she is now at peace and not suffering. Hold on to your memories and the love that she has for all of you. If you need anything, we are just a phone call away. Love you all. Billy, Linda, Ashley and Brian Taylor

suzanne schultek

February 13, 2017

...We only met you once, and you were so gracious and accepting us into the family! You lived a life of love of family and love of God...who can ask for more than that?! Be happy in your new heavenly home and watch over the family and pray for us !
God's peace,
Suzanne and Ed Schultek

Philip and Dorothy Fowler

February 12, 2017

Mark and family, we are sadden to hear of the passing of your beautiful mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May the love of God wrap each of you with his comfort and strenght during this most diffcult time.

James & Sandra Keith

February 12, 2017

Please accept our most heart felt sympathies for your loss...... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Susan Croom Furr

February 12, 2017

So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful mother.

Sue Sisson (Long)

February 12, 2017

So sorry to hear of Mrs. Bridgers passing. Sending love to you all.

Larry & Tricia Cribb

February 12, 2017

We were sorry to hear about Ms. Bridgers, we always enjoyed visting with her and the family when we would visit Carlene at Premier Living. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Barry Helms HELMS

February 12, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family while we rejoice as this dear child of God has received her ultimate reward. She has "fought a good fight and has finished the course". Love, Barry & Wanda Helms

Margaret Sanderson Pope

February 11, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with each of her family. May God be with you and give you peace.

Sylvia & Winkey Ward

February 11, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss. Everybody loved Ms. Pearlie.

Robert & Jackie Fuller

February 11, 2017

Thinking about all of you during this difficult time. What a wonderful legacy this sweet lady leaves behind in her family. Praying for peace and comfort for each of you.

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February 14, 2017

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