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Elizabeth Lancaster Obituary
FARMVILLE - Elizabeth Ann Rice Lancaster was born in Wilson, NC to the late Clyde Guthrie
and Elizabeth McCormick Rice on June 20, 1940.
She grew up in New Bern, NC. On June 27, 1969 married James Allen Lancaster, also of New Bern. A year later, they moved to Farmville where Jim joined his stepfather in the Insurance Business. They were married for nearly 58 years until his death on March 17, 2017.
In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Lancaster is also preceded in death by her older brother, Clyde Rice.
She is survived by her son James Allen Lancaster, Jr. (Jan) of Newport, NC - daughter Elizabeth Courtney Lancaster of Wilmington, NC,son Brian Vinson Lancaster (Jennifer) of Morehead City, NC - four grandchildren - Allison Lancaster, Vinson Lancaster, Parker Lancaster, Austin Shackleford (Jordan) - and two great-grandsons- Ransom Shackelford, Adler Shackelford and 1 great-granddaughter-Hollis Jo Shackelford. Also surviving are sisters Linda R. Morris, Penny R. Barnhill (Bob) and brothers Paul Rice (Ludie) and Charlie Rice(Gail) and sister in law Vicki Rice. Also, many nieces & nephews.
The memorial service will be Saturday, March 8th at 12:30 pm at Saint Peter's Catholic Church in Greenville, N.C The family will receive family and friends at 11:30am prior to the service.
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Liz Hunt Fairman
March 11, 2025
Dear Allen, Courtney and Brian,
So sorry to hear of your mother passing. I always thought she was the sweetest mama on Walnut Street. My most recent memory of her was when my mother passed away and it was a comfort to have her visit and she made the best macaroni salad! I am sure your memories will bring you comfort.
Sincerest sympathy,
Liz Hunt Fairman
Darlene McKeel Gaynor
March 10, 2025
She was such a sweet person and my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Diane Lee Garris
March 8, 2025
Brian, please accept my deepest condolences. Sending love and prayers. I just saw Ms. Ann in church last Saturday. She was always so very kind.
Marie Easley
March 8, 2025
Ann was a gracious and lovely lady. I feel blessed to have known her and offer my condolences to her family. She will be missed.
Trena Johnston
March 8, 2025
Ms. Ann was one incredible, amazing and beautiful lady inside and out. It was a blessing and a true honor to call her my friend and extended family. I just fell in love with her sweetness when I started running Curves in Farmville. My love, tightest hugs and prayers go out to her beloved family and her special group of gals who I would get to see at Plank Road on Friday evenings. You will be missed immensely but never forgotten!!
Fred and Debbie Austin
March 8, 2025
Ann was a very special woman that had a positive, yet practical outlook to us and our shared community. We are so thankful to have known her and we will keep her family in our hearts.
Lana Cromer
March 8, 2025
Cortney and family,
Sincere condolences in the loss of your mother.
Dee ballard
March 7, 2025
What a wonderfully sweet lady Ann was to everyone. A bit younger than I, but I loved being with her and her family. A treasure to have known her during our younger years. Rest well with James Allen. Dolores Stephenson Ballard (Dee)
Janice Cutchin
March 7, 2025
I am truly heartbroken to hear of Anne´s death. She was a genuinely beautiful lady both inside and out. I was proud to consider her a forever friend.
May the Peace of the Lord be with each of her Precious Family.
Eva B. Cook
March 7, 2025
So sorry for your loss. May God bless the family in the days to come. Prayers lifted for peace and comfort.
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