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Randy Jarrell Obituary
ROCKINGHAM — Randy Thomas Jarrell, 74, of 119 Skyline Drive, Rockingham, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017. Randy was born Dec. 20, 1942 in Rockingham, North Carolina, son of the late Ray Hampton and Ferol Davis Jarrell.
Randy retired 10 years ago, as production manager with the Richmond County Daily Journal. He worked there for more than 47 years. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, Caroline Ann Quick Jarrell; his brother, William Alexander(Dub) Jarrell; and his sister, Sandra Jarrell McIntyre.
Randy, affectionately known to us as "Poppa," was a faithful, charter member of Freedom Baptist Church. He was a devoted husband, father, "Poppa," brother, uncle and friend. He is survived by his son, Tommy Jarrell and wife, Leiah, a daughter, Lori Jarrell Long and husband, Jeff, all of Rockingham; four granddaughters, Brooke Billingsley and husband, Travis, of Cumming, Georgia, Krista Long and fiancé, William Hunter, of Hubert, Rachel and Kennedy Jarrell of Rockingham; two great-grandchildren, Hunter Wood and Anna Rae Billingsley of Cumming, Georgia; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Harold and Priscilla Coble; one brother-in-law, William McIntyre, many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and numerous special friends.
Poppa loved his family, friends, church, McDonald's coffee, Raider baseball, Washington Redskins and the New York Yankees. He boldly proclaimed his love for his family and especially for his Savior, Jesus Christ. Some of his most memorable and favorite times were spent with his family and friends, at Freedom Baptist Church, Raider baseball games and at McDonald's. He was loved by everyone who met him. His infectious smile, big heart and quick wit was known to many. To know him was to love him!
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Freedom Baptist Church in Rockingham and other times at the home. The service to celebrate his life will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017 at Freedom Baptist Church with the Rev. Ronnie McLean officiating and interment following at Eastside Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Freedom Baptist Church Building Fund, 987 U.S. 1 North Rockingham, NC 28379.
Watson-King Funeral Home in Rockingham is assisting the Jarrell family. Online condolences can be submitted at www.watson-kingfuneralhome.com.
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for Randy Jarrell
February 1, 2017
Tommy and Lori, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time. Randy was a dear friend and like a brother to me we worked together for 32 years. He was always happy never down.
-Lois Dawkins (Rockingham,NC)
Cindy Baker Nichols
February 1, 2017
May God's grace, strength, comfort, and peace be with all of you during this difficult time. Find comfort in knowing he is celebrating with his Lord and with the love of his life. He was a very special person..
Jo Ann Clark Starling
February 1, 2017
Love you all Randy fought a good fight and won sorry.I know u are heart broken and I feel your pain..God bless you all, may God give you courage to go on in life.
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February 1, 2017
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be missed deeply.. Love Always The Darwishs
donna pryce
January 31, 2017
donna pryce thoughts and prayers for is family and friends, love you all,
Stanley McDonald
January 31, 2017
My prayers are with all of you at this time. So sorry for your loss.
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