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1920
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2009
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Alva Schenck Obituary
She was born July 22, 1920, in Cleveland County, a daughter of the late Anderson "Anse" and Laura Amanda Beam Webber. Alva lived her life in service to God and others. She worked in the cafeteria at Waco High School and as cafeteria manager at Washington High School. Alva was also employed at Burlington Industries and Sweetree Mills. A devoted church member, Alva sang in the choir, was an usher and president of the Missionary Society, a Sunday school teacher and deaconess. Alva's lifelong desire was to finish high school and at the age of 73, she received her GED from Cleveland Community College.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Odell, Davis, Royster, Russell, Floyd, Vance, Avery, Anderson, Ezell and J.P.; and her sisters, Eurie, Enola, Pearl, Bessie and Jettie Mae.
Surviving members of Alva's family include her devoted husband of 68 years, John Henry Schenck Sr.; four children, Vivian S. Kelly of Southern Pines, John Henry Schenck Jr. (Gloria) of Shelby, Joanne S. Brower of Greensboro and Alfred A. Schenck (Mary) of Centreville, Va.; three grandchildren, Tamara N. Huchinson (Keith) and Steven M. Kelly, both of Greensboro and John A. Schenck of Centreville; one step-grandchild, Angela Ross of Shelby; one great-grandchild, Daniel Jeremiah Hutchinson of Greensboro; and a host of relatives and friends that complete the family circle.
Funeral: Wednesday, April 1, 1 p.m., Washington Missionary Baptist Church
Visitation: The family will receive friends 30 minutes before the service, at the church and other times at 2150 Stoney Point Road, Shelby.
Burial: Washington Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery
Officiated by: The Rev. Frances Webber
Funeral home: Enloe Mortuary
Online condolences: www.enloe.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Alva Schenck
Thomas Smith
April 3, 2009
I was a student at Washington High School whem Ms Schenck was preparing great meals for us. I did not realize it at the time but, in a conversation with her during one of my visits to North Carolina I learned from her just how concerned she was for the students and the hurdles she had to jump over to give us the meals that she felt we needed.
I was also a classmate of one of her children, Johnny, and knew the the others.
I will always have mmories of our conversations at school and the visits to her home later.
Thomas Smith
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James stowe
April 3, 2009
Johnny,my prayers and condolences goes out to you and your family during this time of grief.I remember your mother when she worked in lunchroom at Washington school when we were going to school.
Phyliss Clark
April 1, 2009
It was an honor to help take care of Alva Jay at Carillon assisted living. She was a precious lady and we loved her very much. What a wonderful legacy she leaves.
Louis & Harvetta Fuller
April 1, 2009
May God always give you peace and comfort as you go through this time of bereavement. You mother will be missed by many.
Randy & Blondie Brown
April 1, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Eddie & Mary Carlisle
April 1, 2009
Al,
May God's Word sustain and comfort you and your family as you celebrate your lovely Mother's life and legacy. Take assurance in knowing she is indeed happily celebrating her new home with the Father, Son and the Holy Ghost!
Courtnea & Felicia Johnson
April 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tomika Withrow & Family
April 1, 2009
Aunt Alva Jay you will be missed and that beautiful smile!!! I will keep the family in my prayers. Giving my deepest sympathies
Phyllis & Lloyd Davis
March 31, 2009
My family and I am were deeply sadden to hear of your loved ones passing. May God and family provide you comfort and love at this time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. God bless your Mother and receive her with loving open arms.
Mary D. Sims
March 31, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Goldene Kee & Family
March 31, 2009
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Nishie Whitworth & family
March 31, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Grover & Kathy Whitworth
March 31, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
James & Brenda W. Floyd
March 31, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
March 31, 2009
May you be lifted up by the joys you share and the friends that care. When you feel weak, lean on the only one that is able to keep you from falling. God never fails.
The Brower/Waddell Families
Brenda Ross
March 31, 2009
May the peace of knowing God's love comfort you at this time. My prayers are with all the family members of my Great Aunt Alva J.
Terry/Betty Howell
March 31, 2009
Our heartfelt condolences go out to your family at this time but god's eye is on the sparrow(Alva J.)and she is resting in his arms.
Mr. & Mrs. John T. ,"JT" Roberts & Family
March 31, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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