Annette Whitley Hatley

Annette Whitley Hatley, 88, of Albemarle, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on October 27, 1936, to the late Curtis Joseph and Nola Belle Barbee Whitley. She was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth Eldridge Whitley and his wife, Carrol Hudson Whitley.

Annette was a life long member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, where she served as the pianist for the Primary Children’s Department for over 30 years. She had a passion for music and taught many children piano lessons in her home over the years. Annette had a strong faith in God and drew strength and comfort from it.

Annette will be fondly remembered for her gentle spirit, her kindness, and the love she had for everyone. She never met a stranger and enjoyed conversing and connecting with everyone around her.

Annette is survived by her husband, Edward Ernest Hatley of 69 years, a sister-n-law, Diane Harris (Joe), niece, Kim H. Burris, (Fiance Jeff J. Kahn), great nephew Corey L. Almond, ( Fiance, Alicia E. Austin) great nephew, Cavin C. Almond, nephew, Mark S. Whitley (Nancy S. Whitley), great niece, Mary Beth Lipscomb, (Charles), their children Presley and Jack, great nephew, Chris Whitley (Jessie) and their children Carsyn and Madisyn.

A graveside service will be at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, on September 8, at 2:00 pm with Reverend Tab Whitley officiating. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall immediately after the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests you consider a memorial to: Tillery Compassionate Care, 960 N First Street Albemarle, NC 28001 or Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 17236 Frog Pond Rd. Oakboro, NC 28129

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Hatley family.