Robert Lee East , Sr.
M, #74401, b. December 1870, d. 10 August 1938
Last Edited: 15 Nov 2021
- Birth*: Robert was born in Dec 1870 at Pittsylvania County, VA.
- Marriage*: He married Miranda S. Shelton in 1890.
- Death*: Robert Lee East , Sr. died on 10 Aug 1938 at Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, NC, at age 67.
- Burial*: His body was buried at Mount Gilead, Montgomery County, NC. Little River United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Parents:
Family:
Miranda S. Shelton b. 5 Jun 1872, d. c 1917
Children:
Manie Lee East b. 19 Jan 1892, d. 4 May 1982
Trula East b. 1894, d. 1949
Daniel East b. 1896
Russell Berry East+ b. 5 Sep 1896, d. 17 Aug 1983
Sam Jones East , Sr. b. 1897, d. 1978
Loula East b. 1899
Harry East b. 1902
Mark East b. 1903
Robert Lee East , Jr. b. 14 Mar 1905
Elizabeth East b. 1906
Mary East b. 1909
Margaret East b. 1911
Trula East b. 1894, d. 1949
Daniel East b. 1896
Russell Berry East+ b. 5 Sep 1896, d. 17 Aug 1983
Sam Jones East , Sr. b. 1897, d. 1978
Loula East b. 1899
Harry East b. 1902
Mark East b. 1903
Robert Lee East , Jr. b. 14 Mar 1905
Elizabeth East b. 1906
Mary East b. 1909
Margaret East b. 1911
Miranda S. Shelton
F, #74402, b. 5 June 1872, d. circa 1917
Last Edited: 15 Nov 2021
- Birth*: Miranda was born on 5 Jun 1872 at VA.
- Marriage*: She married Robert Lee East , Sr., son of Alexander S. East and Fannie ??, in 1890.
- Death*: Miranda S. Shelton died circa 1917.
Family:
Robert Lee East , Sr. b. Dec 1870, d. 10 Aug 1938
Children:
Manie Lee East b. 19 Jan 1892, d. 4 May 1982
Trula East b. 1894, d. 1949
Daniel East b. 1896
Russell Berry East+ b. 5 Sep 1896, d. 17 Aug 1983
Sam Jones East , Sr. b. 1897, d. 1978
Loula East b. 1899
Harry East b. 1902
Mark East b. 1903
Robert Lee East , Jr. b. 14 Mar 1905
Elizabeth East b. 1906
Mary East b. 1909
Margaret East b. 1911
Trula East b. 1894, d. 1949
Daniel East b. 1896
Russell Berry East+ b. 5 Sep 1896, d. 17 Aug 1983
Sam Jones East , Sr. b. 1897, d. 1978
Loula East b. 1899
Harry East b. 1902
Mark East b. 1903
Robert Lee East , Jr. b. 14 Mar 1905
Elizabeth East b. 1906
Mary East b. 1909
Margaret East b. 1911
David Spencer East
M, #74403, b. 2 February 1915, d. 30 June 1990
Last Edited: 22 Oct 2023
- Birth*: David was born on 2 Feb 1915 at Raeford, Hoke County, NC.
- Residence*: He lived in 1930 at Marks Creek, Richmond County, NC, 1930 Census, living with his mother, listed as David S. East.
- Marriage*: He married Floree Eleanor Adamson in 1935.
- Marriage*: David Spencer East married Viola Mae Pittman.
- Death*: David died on 30 Jun 1990 at Cobb County, GA, at age 75.
- Burial*: His body was buried at Mableton, Cobb County, GA. Barber Cemetery.
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/80033640/david-spencer-east.
Parents:
Father: Russell Berry East b. 5 Sep 1896, d. 17 Aug 1983
Mother: Annie Neal Regan b. 3 Oct 1897, d. 1 Feb 1981
Mother: Annie Neal Regan b. 3 Oct 1897, d. 1 Feb 1981
Family 1:
Floree Eleanor Adamson b. 19 Jan 1919, d. 26 Nov 2007
Family 2:
Viola Mae Pittman b. 5 Apr 1915, d. 20 May 2006
Floree Eleanor Adamson
F, #74404, b. 19 January 1919, d. 26 November 2007
Last Edited: 15 Nov 2021
- Birth*: Floree was born on 19 Jan 1919 at Morrow, Clayton County, GA.
- Marriage*: She married David Spencer East, son of Russell Berry East and Annie Neal Regan, in 1935.
- Marriage*: Floree Eleanor Adamson married Grover Cleveland Gay.
- Death*: Floree Eleanor Adamson died on 26 Nov 2007 at Williamson, Pike County, GA, at age 88.
- Burial*: Her body was buried at Griffin, Spalding County, GA. Westwood Gardens.
Family 1:
David Spencer East b. 2 Feb 1915, d. 30 Jun 1990
Family 2:
Grover Cleveland Gay b. 1913, d. 1980
Thelma Hollis East
F, #74405, b. 8 April 1917, d. 15 September 1987
Last Edited: 22 Oct 2023
- Biography*: Name Source: Patty Safrit, Indiv.# 123981. Hallis or Hollis
Graduate, Hamlet, NC High School. Graduate, Wilmington, NC Beauty College. - Birth*: Thelma was born on 8 Apr 1917 at Robeson County, NC.
- Residence*: She lived in 1930 at Marks Creek, Richmond County, NC, 1930 Census, living with her mother, listed as Thelma H. East.
- Marriage*: She married Leland Durant Brooks 'Pat', son of Andrew Blake Brooks and Eula Virginia White, on 20 Jan 1935.
- Death*: Thelma died on 15 Sep 1987 at Chapel Hill, Orange County, NC, at age 70.
- Burial*: Her body was buried at Rockingham, Richmond County, NC. Richmond County Memorial Park.
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/62944398/thelma-hollis-brooks.
Parents:
Father: Russell Berry East b. 5 Sep 1896, d. 17 Aug 1983
Mother: Annie Neal Regan b. 3 Oct 1897, d. 1 Feb 1981
Mother: Annie Neal Regan b. 3 Oct 1897, d. 1 Feb 1981
Family:
Leland Durant Brooks 'Pat' b. 13 Mar 1907, d. 31 Jul 1981
Children:
Patricia Dale Brooks+ b. 2 Apr 1937, d. 11 Mar 2017
Virginia Neal Brooks 'Gennie'+ b. 20 Mar 1941, d. 16 Aug 2022
Virginia Neal Brooks 'Gennie'+ b. 20 Mar 1941, d. 16 Aug 2022
Leland Durant Brooks 'Pat'
M, #74406, b. 13 March 1907, d. 31 July 1981
Last Edited: 22 Oct 2023
- Biography*: Name Source: Patty Safrit, Indiv.# 123981. Durrant or Durant
Trainman for Seaboard Railroad. - Birth*: Leland was born on 13 Mar 1907 at Mangum, NC.
- Marriage*: He married Thelma Hollis East, daughter of Russell Berry East and Annie Neal Regan, on 20 Jan 1935.
- Death*: Leland Durant Brooks 'Pat' died on 31 Jul 1981 at Laurinburg, Scotland County, NC, at age 74.
- Burial*: His body was buried at Rockingham, Richmond County, NC. Richmond County Memorial Park.
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/62944397/leland-durant-brooks.
Parents:
Father: Andrew Blake Brooks b. 6 Mar 1881, d. 24 Nov 1953
Mother: Eula Virginia White b. 1 Sep 1889, d. 6 Feb 1931
Mother: Eula Virginia White b. 1 Sep 1889, d. 6 Feb 1931
Family:
Thelma Hollis East b. 8 Apr 1917, d. 15 Sep 1987
Children:
Patricia Dale Brooks+ b. 2 Apr 1937, d. 11 Mar 2017
Virginia Neal Brooks 'Gennie'+ b. 20 Mar 1941, d. 16 Aug 2022
Virginia Neal Brooks 'Gennie'+ b. 20 Mar 1941, d. 16 Aug 2022
Annie Berry East 'Ann'
F, #74407, b. 10 July 1923, d. 30 July 2008
Last Edited: 12 Nov 2014
- Biography*: Attended Grade and High School in Hamlet, NC.
- Birth*: Annie was born on 10 Jul 1923 at Bladen County, NC.
- Residence*: She lived in 1930 at Marks Creek, Richmond County, NC, 1930 Census, living with her mother, listed as Annie B. East.
- Marriage*: She married Delwin Randolph Croom , Sr., son of Oscar Arthur Croom and Minnie Lee Carr, on 27 Dec 1942.
- Death*: Annie died on 30 Jul 2008 at VA at age 85.
Parents:
Father: Russell Berry East b. 5 Sep 1896, d. 17 Aug 1983
Mother: Annie Neal Regan b. 3 Oct 1897, d. 1 Feb 1981
Mother: Annie Neal Regan b. 3 Oct 1897, d. 1 Feb 1981
Family:
Delwin Randolph Croom , Sr. b. 13 Jan 1922, d. 23 Dec 2008
Delwin Randolph Croom , Sr.
M, #74408, b. 13 January 1922, d. 23 December 2008
Last Edited: 28 Oct 2016
- Biography*: Attended school in Bolton, NC, Hallsboro High School. Attended Mars Hill College. Graduate of NC State College, degree in Aerospace Engineering. Pilot, US Air Force, European area, WWII.
Occupation: Engineer at NASA LaRC, Hampton, VA 23681
Delwin Rudolph Croom Sr., 86, passed away on Dec. 23, 2008.
He was born Jan. 13, 1922, in Bladen County, N.C., to Minnie Lee Carr Croom and Oscar Arthur Croom; and he grew up in Bolton, N.C. His parents and two brothers, Clifton and Wendell, and his wife of 65 years, Ann, precede him in death. During WWII Delwin was a C-47 Troop Transport pilot in the 8th Air Force serving in the European Theater. Following the War, he graduated from North Carolina State University and moved to Hampton to join the NACA/NASA research team where he worked on a variety of airplanes, spacecraft, and other flying concepts. He retired after 36 years of service. He was later inducted into the Space Technology Hall of Fame for his part in the research and development of parawings and hang gliders. For more than 50 years he was an active member of Hampton Baptist Church serving three terms as a Deacon. He was a dedicated member of the Northampton Lions Club, known for working to end preventable blindness. He had a remarkable 47-year perfect attendance record and held many offices, including President. He was honored for his devotion to the Club with the prestigious Fellowship Award. Delwin formed lifelong friendships through his associations with the church, the Lions Club, the Langley Golf Association, and several bridge groups. His family will remember him as kind, compassionate, and generous, and he will remain in our hearts forever.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.mem.com to share words of comfort with the family.
- Excerpted from the Daily Press on Jan. 12, 2009. - Birth*: Delwin was born on 13 Jan 1922 at Bolton, Columbus County, NC. Bladen County, NC?.
- Marriage*: He married Annie Berry East 'Ann', daughter of Russell Berry East and Annie Neal Regan, on 27 Dec 1942.
- Residence*: He resided in 2008 at VA.
- Death*: Delwin died on 23 Dec 2008 at age 86.
Parents:
Family:
Annie Berry East 'Ann' b. 10 Jul 1923, d. 30 Jul 2008
Dorothy Mae East 'Dot'
F, #74409, b. 3 May 1927, d. 12 December 2021
Last Edited: 17 Nov 2021
- Biography*: Name Source: self.
https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/23068665/dorothy-james/hamlet/north-carolina/harrington-funeral-home
Obituary
Dorothy East James, 94, of Hamlet, entered through the gates of heaven on Friday, November 12, 2021 at her residence.
Dorothy, also known by many as “Mama Dot”, was born May 2, 1927 in Elizabethtown, NC to Mr. Russell East and Mrs. Annie Neal East Thomas. She married Therbert Dewitt James, Sr. on September 12, 1947 and were the proud parents of Therbert Dewitt James, Jr. and Elmyra Wojcik. Because of their unwavering love, they also raised their two grandsons, Chris and Tommy James.
She was always an ambassador for Christ. Throughout her life on Earth, she refused to ever put herself first, so for eternity in Heaven, she will receive all the righteous blessings that she so deserves. She was a charter and life-long member of Calvary Baptist Church in Hamlet.
With her zest for life, contagious wit and laughter, and mouth-watering cooking, she always left people wanting more.
She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Therbert Dewitt James, Sr; brother, David East; and sisters, Thelma Brooks and Ann Croom.
She is survived by her son, Therbert Dewitt James, Jr. (Beth) of Ellerbe; daughter, Elmyra Wojcik (Mike) of Hilton Head, SC; grandchildren, Chris James (Sherrie) of Raleigh, Tommy James of New London, NC, Cathy Bunch (Thomas) of Winterville, NC, Nathan Quinn (Nicole) of Harrisburg, NC, Matthew Wojcik (Jennifer) of Raleigh, Michele Gonzalez (Raymond) of Chaddsford, PA, and Kevin Jackson of Wilmington; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Dawson, Owen, Ben, Bowen, Dominic, Eva, Grayson, Tenley, Jackson, Parker, Alyana and Cassidy.
Visitation will be Monday, November 15, 2021 at Harrington Funeral Home Chapel from 6:00pm-8:00pm.
The Funeral Service will be Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 2:00pm at Calvary Baptist Church, Hamlet, with Rev. Chris Lyerly and Rev. Chris Thornton officiating. Interment will follow at Eastside Cemetery, Rockingham.
Her everlasting words to all is: “Remember to love and not hate”.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Calvary Baptist Church, 406 McDonald Avenue, Hamlet, NC 28345.
Harrington Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the James family.
Online condolences can be made at www.harringtonfuneralhome.com.
To plant a tree in memory of Dorothy East James, please visit our Tribute Store. - Birth*: Dorothy was born on 3 May 1927 at Elizabethtown, Bladen County, NC.
- Residence: She lived in 1930 at Marks Creek, Richmond County, NC, 1930 Census, living with her mother, listed as Dorthy M. East.
- Marriage*: She married Thurbert Dewitt James , Sr. 'Dewitt' on 12 Sep 1947.
- Residence*: She resided in Oct 2017 at Hamlet, Richmond County, NC, 28345, From Apr. 2002.
Place Source: self.. From Apr. 2002.
Place Source: self.. - Death*: Dorothy Mae East 'Dot' died on 12 Dec 2021 at Hamlet, NC, at age 94.
- Burial*: Her body was buried on 16 Dec 2021 at Rockingham, NC. Eastside Cemetery.
Parents:
Father: Russell Berry East b. 5 Sep 1896, d. 17 Aug 1983
Mother: Annie Neal Regan b. 3 Oct 1897, d. 1 Feb 1981
Mother: Annie Neal Regan b. 3 Oct 1897, d. 1 Feb 1981
Family:
Thurbert Dewitt James , Sr. 'Dewitt' b. 10 Jul 1927
Thurbert Dewitt James , Sr. 'Dewitt'
M, #74410, b. 10 July 1927
Last Edited: 14 Oct 2013
- Birth*: Thurbert was born on 10 Jul 1927.
- Marriage*: He married Dorothy Mae East 'Dot', daughter of Russell Berry East and Annie Neal Regan, on 12 Sep 1947.
Family:
Dorothy Mae East 'Dot' b. 3 May 1927, d. 12 Dec 2021
John Wesley Seals
M, #74411, b. 27 April 1868, d. 16 May 1934
Last Edited: 11 Oct 2015
- Biography*: Note, Source: Betty Jo Seals Caid -
Little is known about John Wesley's background before age 21. Efforts to determine his ancestry have been futile to date. He had very little education and could not read or write (he signed legal documents with an X). However, he had good math skills and apparently was an ambitious young man and a successful farmer. He bought a farm in Robeson County, NC when he was only 21 years old, and lived on that land until his death. The old home place is still standing, but has been renovated over the years. - Birth*: John was born on 27 Apr 1868 at Robeson County, NC. Date Source: Gravestone..
- Residence*: He lived at Ten Mile, Robeson County, NC.
- Marriage*: He married Theodocia Esther Marlin 'Docia', daughter of Thomas Marlin and Emily Jane ??, on 25 Dec 1888.
- Death*: John died on 16 May 1934 at St Pauls, Robeson County, NC, at age 66. Date Source: Gravestone.
- Burial*: His body was buried at Ten Mile Baptist Church Cemetery at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC.
Parents:
Family:
Theodocia Esther Marlin 'Docia' b. 25 Jan 1858, d. 15 Sep 1940
Children:
Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie'+ b. 17 Nov 1891, d. 24 Apr 1956
Fairley Franklin Seals 'Frank'+ b. 27 Apr 1894, d. 30 Jul 1938
Emma Seals b. 6 Nov 1896, d. 25 Sep 1984
Fairley Franklin Seals 'Frank'+ b. 27 Apr 1894, d. 30 Jul 1938
Emma Seals b. 6 Nov 1896, d. 25 Sep 1984
Theodocia Esther Marlin 'Docia'
F, #74412, b. 25 January 1858, d. 15 September 1940
Last Edited: 23 Sep 2012
- Biography*: Docia stayed at home on the farm until she died.
- Birth*: Theodocia was born on 25 Jan 1858 at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC.
- Marriage*: She married John Wesley Seals, son of Aaron Seals and Christinia ??, on 25 Dec 1888.
- Death*: Theodocia died on 15 Sep 1940 at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC, at age 82. Date Source: Gravestone.
- Burial*: Her body was buried at Ten Mile Baptist Church Cemetery at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC.
Parents:
Family:
John Wesley Seals b. 27 Apr 1868, d. 16 May 1934
Children:
Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie'+ b. 17 Nov 1891, d. 24 Apr 1956
Fairley Franklin Seals 'Frank'+ b. 27 Apr 1894, d. 30 Jul 1938
Emma Seals b. 6 Nov 1896, d. 25 Sep 1984
Fairley Franklin Seals 'Frank'+ b. 27 Apr 1894, d. 30 Jul 1938
Emma Seals b. 6 Nov 1896, d. 25 Sep 1984
Katie Lee Ivey
F, #74413, b. 21 May 1921, d. 6 August 2005
Last Edited: 14 Sep 2018
- Biography*: Katie was adopted at birth by the Ivey family of Maxton, NC.
Katie and husband Bud McCoy were in the same graduating class, Berryhill High School, Charlotte, NC.
Bud, Katie, and their children were champion water skiers. - Birth*: Katie was born on 21 May 1921 at NC.
- Residence*: She lived at Maxton, NC.
- Marriage*: She married Coatesworth Henderson McCoy 'Bud', son of William Justice McCoy and Elizabeth J. Love.
- Marriage: She married Thomas McGrath Mullen 'Tom' on 28 Nov 1986. No children.
- Residence: Katie Lee Ivey lived at Charlotte, NC.
- Death*: She died on 6 Aug 2005 at Charlotte, NC, at age 84; Had Alzheimer's disease since Sep., 2004.
Carolinas Medical Center. - Burial*: Her body was buried. She was cremated with ashes spread at various locations in the surrounding Charlotte, NC area.
Steele Creek Presbyterian Church cemetery in the McCoy plot next to her husband's grave..
Parents:
Family:
Coatesworth Henderson McCoy 'Bud' b. 16 Apr 1917, d. 12 Nov 1977
Coatesworth Henderson McCoy 'Bud'
M, #74414, b. 16 April 1917, d. 12 November 1977
Last Edited: 14 Sep 2018
- Birth*: Coatesworth was born on 16 Apr 1917.
- Residence*: He lived in 1930 at Berryhill, Mecklenburg County, NC, 1930 Census. Living with parents..
- Marriage*: He married Katie Lee Ivey, daughter of Murphy Townsend and Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella'.
- Death*: Coatesworth died on 12 Nov 1977 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, NC, at age 60.
- Burial*: His body was buried. Steele Creek Presbyterian Church cemetery in the McCoy plot..
Parents:
Family:
Katie Lee Ivey b. 21 May 1921, d. 6 Aug 2005
Johnny Carlon Seals
M, #74415, b. 8 January 1923, d. 6 January 1999
Last Edited: 14 Sep 2018
- Biography*: He grew up in Cumberland and Robeson Counties, NC.
Served in Merchant Marines during and after WWII.
Relocated to Lumberton, NC. Worked for the Converse Co. until retirement. - Birth*: Johnny was born at Harnett Township on 8 Jan 1923 at Sea Gate, New Hanover County, NC.
- Marriage*: He married Irene Patricia Robertson; No children.
- Divorce*: Johnny Carlon Seals and Irene Patricia Robertson were divorced.
- Marriage*: He married Mildred Ruth Meyers, daughter of George Meyers and Francis Panuska, on 7 Apr 1954 at Baltimore, MD. No children.
- Death*: Johnny Carlon Seals died on 6 Jan 1999 at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC, at age 75; in his home.
Parents:
Father: Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie' b. 17 Nov 1891, d. 24 Apr 1956
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Family 1:
Family 2:
Mildred Ruth Meyers b. 23 Sep 1920, d. 21 Apr 1978
Mildred Ruth Meyers
F, #74416, b. 23 September 1920, d. 21 April 1978
Last Edited: 14 Sep 2018
- Birth*: Mildred was born on 23 Sep 1920 at Baltimore, MD.
- Marriage*: She married ?? ??
- Marriage*: She married Johnny Carlon Seals, son of Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie' and Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella', on 7 Apr 1954 at Baltimore, MD. No children.
- Death*: Mildred died on 21 Apr 1978 at age 57.
- Burial*: Her body was buried at Lumberton City Cemetery at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC.
Parents:
Family 1:
Family 2:
Johnny Carlon Seals b. 8 Jan 1923, d. 6 Jan 1999
Gerald C. Seals
M, #74417, b. 26 May 1925, d. 28 June 1926
Last Edited: 29 Oct 2012
- Birth*: Gerald was born on 26 May 1925.
- Death*: Gerald died on 28 Jun 1926 at age 1.
- Burial*: His body was buried at Ten Mile Baptist Church Cemetery at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC.
Parents:
Father: Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie' b. 17 Nov 1891, d. 24 Apr 1956
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Joseph Floyd Seals
M, #74418, b. 5 June 1927, d. 13 May 1989
Last Edited: 22 Oct 2023
- Biography*: Occupation - Joseph was Lumberton, NC's first Drug Officer. His last assignment was with the Police Force recruiting and training.
His hobby was woodworking. - Birth*: Joseph was born on 5 Jun 1927.
- Marriage*: He married Christine Barfield on 17 Oct 1948.
- Death*: Joseph Floyd Seals died on 13 May 1989 at age 61.
- Burial*: His body was buried at Lumberton, NC. Gardens of Faith.
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/10850557/joseph-floyd-seals.
Parents:
Father: Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie' b. 17 Nov 1891, d. 24 Apr 1956
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Family:
Christine Barfield b. 2 May 1927, d. 2010
Christine Barfield
F, #74419, b. 2 May 1927, d. 2010
Last Edited: 14 Sep 2018
- Biography*: After retirement, she travelled and went back to college.
- Birth*: Christine was born on 2 May 1927.
- Residence*: She lived at Clarkton, NC.
- Marriage*: She married Joseph Floyd Seals, son of Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie' and Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella', on 17 Oct 1948.
- Death*: Christine Barfield died in 2010.
Family:
Joseph Floyd Seals b. 5 Jun 1927, d. 13 May 1989
Emma Jean Seals1
F, #74420, b. 21 July 1929, d. 21 June 2019
Last Edited: 24 Sep 2021
- Biography*: EMMA JEAN BRITT
LUMBERTON — Emma Jean Britt, 89, of Lumberton, passed away June 21, 2019, at Lumberton Health and Rehabilitation Center.
She is proceeded in death by her husband, R.C. Britt Jr; and son, Colon Britt.
Surviving are two sons, Michael Britt, and Jeff Britt and wife, Kathy; three daughters, Deborah Hoffer and husband, John, Janis Revels, and Sharon Lovin and husband, Toy; a sister, Betty Jo Caid; 12 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.
The funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Revels Funeral Home of Lumberton is serving the family.
Published in The Robesonian from June 21 to June 22, 2019. - Birth*: Emma was born at Howellsville Township on 21 Jul 1929 at St. Pauls, Robeson County, NC.
- Marriage*: She married Ralzman Curtis Britt , Jr. 'R.C.', son of Ralzman Curtis Britt , Sr. 'Curtis' and Lela Miller, on 29 Aug 1948 at Dillon, SC.
- Residence*: She resided in Oct 2015 at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC, 28360-8431, from Jun. 2004. From Jun. 2004.
- Residence: Emma Jean Seals lived in Sep 2017 at Star, NC.
- Death*: She died on 21 Jun 2019 at Lumberton, NC, at age 89.
- Burial*: Her body was buried on 25 Jun 2019 at Lumberton, NC. Gardens of Faith Cemetery.
Parents:
Father: Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie' b. 17 Nov 1891, d. 24 Apr 1956
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Family:
Ralzman Curtis Britt , Jr. 'R.C.' b. 7 Aug 1928, d. 10 Jul 1989
Child:
Robert Colon Britt 'Colon'+ b. 17 Aug 1949, d. 11 Sep 2015
Citations
- Originally named - Mabel Virginia Seals. Later was named Emma Jean Seals sfter Gene and Emma Nooney - who were family related.
Ralzman Curtis Britt , Jr. 'R.C.'
M, #74421, b. 7 August 1928, d. 10 July 1989
Last Edited: 14 Sep 2018
- Biography*: SSN: 240-32-1865.
Note, Source: Deborah Jean [Britt] Hoffer:
Occupation - R.C. sold an insurance policy to David Marshall Williams (aka 'Carbine' Williams) and R.C. was one of the few people to be admitted to Carbine's workshop.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Marshall_Williams
Carbine Williams was convicted of murdering Deputy Sheriff Alfred Jackson Pate, a Pate Cousin. Later, Carbine invented several automatic rifles, some while in prison. - Birth*: Ralzman was born on 7 Aug 1928 at St. Pauls, Robeson County, NC.
- Marriage*: He married Emma Jean Seals, daughter of Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie' and Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella', on 29 Aug 1948 at Dillon, SC.
- Residence*: Ralzman Curtis Britt , Jr. 'R.C.' lived in 1989 at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC.
- Death*: He died on 10 Jul 1989 at Lumberton, Robeson County, NC, at age 60; at home.
Parents:
Father: Ralzman Curtis Britt , Sr. 'Curtis' b. 13 Dec 1907, d. 18 Jun 1971
Mother: Lela Miller b. 10 Nov 1908, d. 11 Feb 1994
Mother: Lela Miller b. 10 Nov 1908, d. 11 Feb 1994
Family:
Emma Jean Seals b. 21 Jul 1929, d. 21 Jun 2019
Child:
Robert Colon Britt 'Colon'+ b. 17 Aug 1949, d. 11 Sep 2015
Betty Jo Seals1
F, #74422, b. 13 April 1931, d. 21 September 2021
Last Edited: 8 Oct 2022
- Biography*: E-mail: bjcaid@nc.rr.com [works]
E-mail: bjcaid@juno.com [old]
FB: https://www.facebook.com/betty.caid
Note, Source: Betty Jo Seals Caid -
Graduated from Fayetteville, NC High School in 1949. Completed courses at the Universities of NC and KS, Bucknell University, NC State, and Worth Business College - no degree. Dressed windows at J. C. Penney in downtown Fayetteville in 1948-1949; secretary for Farm Bureau Mutual Ins. Company (Now Nationwide) in 1950-1951; and began a Federal Civil Service career in Jun. 1951 as a secretary in Headquarters, Ninth Air Force, Pope Air Force Base, NC. Secretary to Air Force Major General Robert L. Copsey, Director, Joint Air Transportation Board, and Brigadier General Paul R. Wyrauch, Deputy Commander, XVIII Airborne Corps and Fort Bragg, after 9th AF HQ moved to SC about 1954, before marrying in Jan. 1956 and moving to El Paso, TX. Returned to Fayetteville in Aug. 1963 with three small children and resumed work at Fort Bragg; retired 3 Dec., 1988 while secretary to Major General William Roosma, Deputy Commander of XVIII Airborne Corps and Fort Bragg. Was Colonel Arthur D. 'Bull' Simons' secretary when he led the famous Son Tay raid on Vietnam in an effort to free 61 American Prisoners of War on 21 Nov., 1970.
Obituary:
Betty Jo Seals Caid, a long-time resident of Fayetteville, NC, passed away at home on 21 September 2021 at the age of 90. She graduated from Fayetteville High School in 1949. She was an accomplished civil servant who completed her service as an executive secretary at Headquarters, Fort Bragg when she retired on 3 December 1988. She was a loving mother who devoted her life toward raising her three children: Charlene, Vanessa and Brian.
Betty Jo was beloved to all who knew her, especially her three children, thirteen grandchildren, and great grandson. She will be missed dearly by her many friends and extended family.
A service honoring her life will be held at Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home on Monday, September 27 at 2 PM.
Funeral arrangements by Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, 545 Ramsey St. Fayetteville, N.C. 28301
Online condolences may be made at www.jerniganwarren.com
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Betty Jo (Seals) Caid, please visit our floral store.
https://www.jerniganwarren.com/obituary/Betty-Caid. - Birth*: Betty was born at Vander on 13 Apr 1931 at Fayetteville, Cumberland County, NC. In the house that her father built..
- Residence: She lived at El Paso, TX.
- Residence: She lived at Leuriburg, PA.
- Residence: She lived at Ft. Leavenworth, KS.
- Residence*: She lived in Oct 2019 at Fayetteville, NC, 28305-4617, 503 Martine Road
from Jun., 2004.
(910) 580-6711
(910) 485-5220 - old. - Death*: She died on 21 Sep 2021 at NC at age 90.
- Burial*: Her body was buried on 27 Sep 2021 at Fayetteville, NC. Lafayette Memorial Park Mausoleum on Ramsey Street..
Parents:
Father: Bertie Carlon Seals 'Bert' 'Bertie' b. 17 Nov 1891, d. 24 Apr 1956
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Mother: Mary Ella Regan 'Mary Ella' b. 29 Aug 1899, d. 4 Jul 1960
Citations
- Name spelled 'Bettie Joe' on birth certificate.
John Charles Warwick 'Charles'
M, #74424, b. 5 November 1937, d. 11 June 2013
Last Edited: 18 Oct 2015
- Biography*: Obituary:
John Charles Warwick
Nov. 5, 1937 - Jun. 11, 2013
John Charles Warwick, 75, of Hamlet, NC, died Tues., Jun. 11, 2013 at Richmond County Hospice Haven, in Rockingham, NC.
Born Nov. 5, 1937 at Hamlet Hospital in Richmond County, he was the son of the late John Robinson and Emma Regan Warwick.
Visitation will be Jun. 14, 2013 at 10AM until 11AM at Carter Funeral Home in Rockingham, NC.
Burial will follow at 2PM at Cape Fear Baptist Church, Fayetteville, NC.
Surviving is his son, Charles Derek Warwick of Clover, SC; two sisters, Mrs. Linda Jolly of Dallas, NC and Mrs. Matilda Venable of Matthews, NC.
The family of Mr. Warwick would like to thank the staff of the Richmond County Hospice and Hospice Haven for their excellent care. - Birth*: John was born on 5 Nov 1937 at Richmond County, NC. Hamlet Hospital.
- Marriage*: He married Penelope Pete Pappas 'Penny' in 1965. Date Source: Matilda Venable..
- Divorce*: John Charles Warwick 'Charles' and Penelope Pete Pappas 'Penny' were divorced on 31 Mar 1978 at Duval County, FL.
- Residence*: He resided in Apr 2003 at Rockingham, Richmond County, NC, 28379, Place Source: self.
724 East U.S. Highway 74 Moved as of Sep., 2008). Place Source: self.
724 East U.S. Highway 74 Moved as of Sep., 2008). - Residence: John Charles Warwick 'Charles' lived in Oct 2012 at Hamlet, NC, 28345, From Oct. 2010.
- Death*: He died on 11 Jun 2013 at Rockingham, NC, at age 75; Pancreatic cancer.
At Richmond County Hospice Haven. - Burial*: His body was buried at Gray's Creek, Cumberland County, NC. Cape Fear Baptist Church Cemetery.
Parents:
Father: John Robinson Warwick b. 15 Jul 1902, d. 18 Jan 1975
Mother: Emma Wyche Regan b. 16 Oct 1905, d. 31 Dec 1995
Mother: Emma Wyche Regan b. 16 Oct 1905, d. 31 Dec 1995
Family:
Penelope Pete Pappas 'Penny' b. c 1937
Penelope Pete Pappas 'Penny'1
F, #74425, b. circa 1937
Last Edited: 14 Sep 2018
- Birth*: Penelope was born circa 1937.
- Marriage*: She married John Charles Warwick 'Charles', son of John Robinson Warwick and Emma Wyche Regan, in 1965. Date Source: Matilda Venable..
- Divorce*: Penelope Pete Pappas 'Penny' and John Charles Warwick 'Charles' were divorced on 31 Mar 1978 at Duval County, FL.
Family:
John Charles Warwick 'Charles' b. 5 Nov 1937, d. 11 Jun 2013
Citations
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Linda Kay Warwick
F, #74427, b. 25 August 1941, d. 28 April 2021
Last Edited: 27 Nov 2021
- Biography*: Name Source: Matilda Venable.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/gastongazette/name/linda-jolly-obituary?id=6561177
Linda Warwick Jolly, 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at her home with her loving family by her side. Linda was born in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina on August 25, 1941 and is the daughter of the late John Robinson Warwick and Emma Wytch Regan Warwick.
Linda's stories and her sense of humor will be missed by her many friends and family. She loved hummingbirds and Willie Nelson music.
She is survived by her loving daughter, Tamela Jolly.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents; brother, John Charles Warwick; sister, Matilda Venable.
A Celebration of Life Service will be at a later date.
Online condolences may be made at:
www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com
Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is serving the Jolly family. - Birth*: Linda was born on 25 Aug 1941 at Mecklenburg County, NC.
- Residence: She lived in 1986 at Stanley, NC.
- Residence: She lived in 1994 at Charlotte, NC, 28209, 4607-G Hedgemore Drive.
- Residence: She lived in 1995 at Matthews, NC.
- Residence*: She lived in Jun 2013 at Dallas, Gaston County, NC.
- Death*: She died on 28 Apr 2021 at Dallas, Gaston County, NC, at age 79.
Parents:
Father: John Robinson Warwick b. 15 Jul 1902, d. 18 Jan 1975
Mother: Emma Wyche Regan b. 16 Oct 1905, d. 31 Dec 1995
Mother: Emma Wyche Regan b. 16 Oct 1905, d. 31 Dec 1995
Emma Matilda Warwick 'Matilda' 'Tilly'
F, #74429, b. 17 January 1944, d. 22 October 2018
Last Edited: 8 Nov 2018
- Biography*: Name Source: self.
HUNTERSVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA
January 17, 1944 - October 22, 2018
Matilda Venable, 74, passed away on Monday, October 22, 2018. The Venable Family have entrusted arrangements to Boston's Mortuary.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at Calvary Church, Charlotte, NC on Friday, November 2, 2018, at 7:00 pm. - Birth*: Emma was born on 17 Jan 1944. Date Source: self..
- Residence*: She resided in Oct 2016 at Matthews, Mecklenburg County, NC, 28105-5721, 509 Deer Creek Drive, (704) 847-5775, from Apr 2002
Place Source: self.. - Death*: She died on 22 Oct 2018 at NC at age 74.
Parents:
Father: John Robinson Warwick b. 15 Jul 1902, d. 18 Jan 1975
Mother: Emma Wyche Regan b. 16 Oct 1905, d. 31 Dec 1995
Mother: Emma Wyche Regan b. 16 Oct 1905, d. 31 Dec 1995
James Robert Green
M, #74432, b. 11 August 1914
Last Edited: 19 Nov 2013
- Birth*: James was born on 11 Aug 1914.
- Marriage*: He married Jessie Mae McLeod, daughter of Cobin Robert McLeod 'Robert' and Ella Rebecca Pate, on 10 May 1941.
Family:
Jessie Mae McLeod b. 26 Sep 1911
Theodore Martin Underwood , Sr.
M, #74433, b. 31 March 1908, d. 23 May 1991
Last Edited: 8 Aug 2013
- Birth*: Theodore was born on 31 Mar 1908.
- Marriage*: He married Ruby Lester McLeod, daughter of Cobin Robert McLeod 'Robert' and Ella Rebecca Pate, on 30 Oct 1930.
- Death*: Theodore died on 23 May 1991 at age 83.
Family:
Mallie Faith Wynn
F, #74437, b. 15 December 1935, d. 19 August 1992
Last Edited: 8 Aug 2013
- Birth*: Mallie was born on 15 Dec 1935.
- Death*: Mallie died on 19 Aug 1992 at age 56.
Dorothy Jean Underwood
F, #74438, b. 19 February 1938, d. 11 August 1981
Last Edited: 8 Aug 2013
- Birth*: Dorothy was born on 19 Feb 1938.
- Death*: Dorothy died on 11 Aug 1981 at age 43.
- Burial*: Her body was buried at Cross Creek at Fayetteville, Cumberland County, NC.
Parents:
Father: Theodore Martin Underwood , Sr. b. 31 Mar 1908, d. 23 May 1991
Mother: Ruby Lester McLeod b. 14 Aug 1913
Mother: Ruby Lester McLeod b. 14 Aug 1913
Augusta Marie Hamilton
F, #74447, d. 7 April 1989
Last Edited: 8 Aug 2013
- Birth*: Augusta was born.
- Death*: Augusta died on 7 Apr 1989.
- Burial*: Her body was buried at Lafayette Memorial Park at Fayetteville, Cumberland County, NC.
Alton M. Hayes
M, #74454, b. 10 December 1910, d. 19 June 1967
Last Edited: 17 Nov 2013
- Birth*: Alton was born on 10 Dec 1910.
- Marriage*: He married Myra Elizabeth Pate, daughter of Grover Cleveland Pate , Sr. and Mary Vina Marsh, say 1960.
- Death*: Alton died on 19 Jun 1967 at age 56.
Family:
Myra Elizabeth Pate b. 15 Mar 1916
Wyatt Cumpler , Sr.
M, #74455, b. 29 July 1928, d. 12 October 1977
Last Edited: 4 Dec 2013
- Birth*: Wyatt was born on 29 Jul 1928.
- Marriage*: He married Myra Elizabeth Pate, daughter of Grover Cleveland Pate , Sr. and Mary Vina Marsh, say 1968.
- Death*: Wyatt died on 12 Oct 1977 at age 49.
Family:
Myra Elizabeth Pate b. 15 Mar 1916
Jerry M. Cattle
M, #74456
Last Edited: 23 May 1998
- Birth*: Jerry was born.
- Marriage*: He married Nellie J. Hanchey.
- Death*: Jerry died.
Family:
Nellie J. Hanchey
F, #74457
Last Edited: 4 Dec 2013
- Birth*: Nellie was born.
- Marriage*: She married Jerry M. Cattle.
Family:
James C. Wilson
M, #74464
Last Edited: 23 May 1998
- Birth*: James was born.
- Marriage*: He married Katherine R. ??.
- Death*: James died.
Family:
Katherine R. ??
F, #74465
Last Edited: 17 Jan 2013
- Birth*: Katherine was born.
- Marriage*: She married James C. Wilson.
Family:
Willie N. Smith
M, #74476
Last Edited: 23 May 1998
- Birth*: Willie was born.
- Marriage*: He married Lilly ??.
- Death*: Willie died.
Family:
Lilly ??
F, #74477
Last Edited: 17 Jan 2013
- Birth*: Lilly was born.
- Marriage*: She married Willie N. Smith.
Family:
Earl Cleveland Townsend , Jr.
M, #74485, b. 27 October 1936, d. 18 June 1938
Last Edited: 10 Oct 2013
- Birth*: Earl was born on 27 Oct 1936.
- Death*: Earl died on 18 Jun 1938 at age 1.
Parents:
Father: Earl Cleveland Townsend , Sr. b. 4 Nov 1911, d. 23 Sep 1991
Everette Counts
M, #74489
Last Edited: 17 Jan 2013
- Birth*: Everette was born.
- Marriage*: He married ?? ??.
Family:
?? ??
F, #74490
Last Edited: 17 Jan 2013
- Birth*: ?? was born.
- Marriage*: She married Everette Counts.
Family:
J. W. Black
M, #74492
Last Edited: 17 Jan 2013
- Birth*: J. was born.
- Marriage*: He married Mary K. ??.
Family:
Mary K. ??
F, #74493
Last Edited: 17 Jan 2013
- Birth*: Mary was born.
- Marriage*: She married J. W. Black.
Family:
William Alfred Pate , Jr.
M, #74498, b. 26 April 1942
Last Edited: 17 Jan 2013
- Birth*: William was born on 26 Apr 1942.
- Burial*: His body was buried at Cape Fear Baptist Church Cem. at Cumberland County, NC. Butler Nursery Road, Gray's Creek Township.
Parents:
Father: William Alfred Pate , Sr. b. 11 Dec 1920, d. 15 Apr 1963