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Evelyn Gentry Obituary
March 6, 1921 - June 7, 2015
Enfield
Evelyn Leonard Gentry, age 94, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at her home in Enfield. She was born on March 6, 1921 in Halifax County to the late Jeff Leonard and Maude Randolph Leonard.
She is survived by her dog "Cookie", several cousins and
many friends.
Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the Enfield Cemetery in Enfield, NC with Rev. Kerry Peeler officiating.
Arrangements are entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
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June 9, 2015
I would like to express my feelings to all the friends and familywho knew Miss Gentry. PPlease accept my condolences on your loss. The loss of a loved one has to be the most difficult thing a person has ever had to deal with and face. While you struggle with your loss and grief, may the following bible verse comfort you and strengthen you.
Sincerely.
Evelyn/Mocksville, North Carolina
June 9, 2015
She was a very sweet person and will be miss by many people who loved her. My mother was very good friends with Evelyn. Prayers for the family and friends.
The Barkley family, Maebelle, Silva, and Ferdie
June 9, 2015
Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more that a thought apart. For as long there is a memory, they'll live on in our hearts.
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