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Thomas Minges Obituary
Born in Richmond, Va., Mr. Minges was reared in Greenville and attended Greenville City Schools, and was a graduate of East Carolina University. Currently Chief Financial Officer and Chairman of the Board, he spent his entire career at Pepsi-Cola Minges Bottling Group. He was former Chairman (two-terms) of Carolina Pepsi Bottlers, a member of the N.C. Soft Drink Association and a member of the National Marketing Committee of Pepsi Cola. He served on the board of directors of the Greenville Boys and Girls Club, First Citizens Bank and Pitt Memorial Hospital Foundation. He was also a charter member of the Breakfast Rotary Club, a lifetime sponsor of Ducks Unlimited, an avid supporter and fan of East Carolina University and a member of Jarvis Memorial United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray Donald and Virginia Waring Minges; sister, Barbara Minges Davis; and a brother, Donald Minges.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Kay Branton Minges; daughters, Michelle Minges, of Goldsboro, Heather Minges Wiggins and husband, Brian Carey Wiggins, of Kinston, Kristen Minges Nobles and husband, Matthew David Nobles, of Greenville, and Courtney Blair Minges, of Nashville, Tenn.; grandchildren, Miller Elizabeth, Anna Claire and Landon Minges Wiggins, all of Kinston; sisters, Pat and Ginger Minges, both of Greenville; beloved family pets, Charlie, Max, Callie, and Lucy; and dear family friend, Casper Evans, of Greenville.
The family will receive friends today from 4 to 6 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Pitt County Animal Shelter, 4550 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 or to the NC Veterinary Medical Foundation, 4700 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27606.
Online condolences at www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Minges
John Clark
July 6, 2011
To Ginger and Family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. May God continue to strengthen you and loved ones. Your classmate - John B. Clark
Suzanne J. Brooks
June 18, 2011
Words seem to be insufficient at expressing my heartfelt sympathy during your time of loss. The Pepsi meetings won't be the same without Tom. His family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Scott Sloan
June 16, 2011
To the Minges family ; I had the pleasure of working for the Pepsi-Cola Company in the early eighties. I have often said they were the best years of my life. Primarily because of my relationship with the Minges family but specifically Tom and Jeff. They were fierce competitors as well as dear friends. They have remained dear friends long after my departure from Pepsi. My thoughts and prayers are with the Minges family and God Bless Tom...
Cheryl Burgess (St. Peters) and family
June 14, 2011
michelle, i am so sorry to hear of your loss. my family sends condolences to you and yours. you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Christian
June 14, 2011
Dear Kay and Heather,
I am so very sad to hear about Tom. He was such a wonderful sweet man, and I loved seeing him at Christian's. I have read so many wonderful stories about him on-line. I am so happy I knew him back in North Carolina. I will always remember how much he adored his family. He will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lots of love to you.
betty perry
June 13, 2011
May God continue to bless this beautiful family during their time of sorrow
Jennifer Aniskoff
June 13, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Minges family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sabrina Holloman-Cox
June 13, 2011
Michelle, I was very sorry to hear about your dad. I will keep you in my prayers.
Pam Carraway
June 13, 2011
My heart and prayers are for you and your family. I have many fond memories and will always cherish them. You ahve such a fine family and you all have contribute so much to our community. It is so appreciated. May God bless you at this time of giref and sorrow. Praise be to God.
Peggy Shuping
June 12, 2011
Kay, my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family upon this tragic shock of the loss of your Tom.
anonymous <3
June 12, 2011
prayers for faith, strength, and family at this time and in the days to come.
Roneca Wallace
June 12, 2011
Heather,
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Roneca H. Wallace (MAT cohort)
russell cayton
June 12, 2011
Ginger and Kay I'm so sorry for your loss but cherish all of the great memories that we all have shared. Tom was a great guy.
Scott and Debra Stoll
June 11, 2011
Kay and girls, We are truely sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless each and everyone of you. Tom was a remarkable and kind man and will be missed by many.
June 11, 2011
Kay and girls so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. He loved you so much.I saw him not to long ago and he gave me an update on Blair,Kristen and the grand babies. He was so proud. Betty Fulford
Cindy Harrison Carter
June 11, 2011
Tom will be missed. I love you guys. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Missy Smith
June 11, 2011
Dear Michelle,
I am so sorry for you loss. I am thinking of you. Much Love.
Missy Daughtry Smith
Bob Simon
June 11, 2011
My best to Kay and all the kids. Lots of fond memories of the Minges family at the Beef Barn over the decades. Rest in peace Tom. Bob
Mike Steele
June 11, 2011
Rock was a great guy....and a great friend.....we will all miss him dearly......ms
Chris Humphrey
June 11, 2011
Heather, Brian and Minges family:
Thinking of and praying for you guys during this difficult time. May God bless.
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