William "Bill" Hewitson Price, Sr., 100 years of age passed away Saturday evening April 26, 2014 at Morehead Nursing Center in Eden.
The funeral service will be held Tuesday April 29th 11am at First Presbyterian Church of Eden with burial to follow in Overlook Cemetery. Fair Funeral Home is assisting the family. Mr. Price was born November 15, 1913 to the late Charlie and Mamie King Price in Leaksville, NC. He was in the Army Air Corps during WW II, and worked at Spray Exxon for 60 years where he was co-owner with his brother Joe Price. He also served on the Eden City Council for 19 years.
Surviving are his son William H. Price, Jr. and wife Sarah of Pinehurst, NC, daughter Susan King Potts and husband Ramsay Douglas Potts of Alexandria, VA, two brothers Rangeley Price and wife Lois of Raleigh, NC, Charlie Price of Bermuda Run, NC, one sister Mary Jane Lewis and husband Ven of Port St. Lucie, FL, special nephews Preston and Phillip Price of Eden, 6 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.
Preceding him in death was his wife of 74 years, Hazel Robertson Price.
The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: First Presbyterian Church, 582 Southwood Dr., Eden NC 27288.
Online condolences can be made to www.fairfuneralhome.com
We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a fine man and represented our City well during his tenure as City Councilman. We are keeping you all in our prayers that you all will feel God's presence during this time and days to come.
Debbie Thompson Horton & Odessa Thompson
Wow! What an amazing man to have known for so many years. His knowledge led our community forward with such progress in the 19 years of service. His friendliness and servitude at the Exxon, always greeted with a smile and a sense of thankfulness. For those who really knew him, understood his unique wittiness.
Today, the City of Eden has lost a leader, mentor, guide and deep friend. I send my love and prayers to the family during this time of loss,but a celebration in God's house. May God comfort you with his loving arms wrapped around you and his Holy Spirit in you.
Tommy Griffin
I don't know if my first message went through, but three of the Price brothers--Garr, Joe, and Bill--were my neighbors on the same block in Leaksville, between Hamilton and Patrick. All were fine men whom I fondly remember.
Sam Gwynn
To The Family:
My condolences and prayers go out to you all. Brother Price was not only a leader in our City, but a veteran and leader there also. Rest assure that Brother Bill is among friends and fellow veterans that have gone on before.
C. D. Grant
Phillip, Preston and family, What a wonderful man I loved seeing him when I visited Arbor Ridge always happy and friendly. My deepest sympathies go out to each one of you. May God give you all comfort during this difficult time.
Lisa Wright Hines
To the entire Price Family - I'm sorry to hear of Mr. Bill's passing, he will truly be missed... A great man who left big shoes to fill.
But I was also excited , because he's in the arms of Jesus- (R.I.P.-Mr Bill) we loved you but God loved you best.
David "RIKKI" Price
To The Family:
It was a joy and privilege to have known Bill and Hazel. We will all miss Bill very much. He was a friendly and loveable person. May God bless each one of you.
Walter & Gloria Gauldin
Walter and Gloria Gauldin
So sorry to hear that Mr. Price has died. Very nice, friendly man and will be missed by the community. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Joyce
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