Margaret May Cook Rorrer, 88, of 608 Victor Street in Eden, NC, went to be with the Lord and her loving husband of 69 years on Thursday, December 15, 2011. A funeral service will be held at 3 pm on Sunday, December 18, at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Eden with Reverend Michael Zumpf officiating, and Fair Funeral Home handling the arrangements. The burial will follow in Overlook Cemetery. Mrs. Rorrer was born November 28, 1923 in Spray, NC to the late Augustus Cook and Cora Jane Self Cook. Mrs. Rorrer was a faithful member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church where she was confirmed with her husband on December 16, 1945. She served for many years as a Sunday School Teacher of the Florence Nightingale Bible Class. She also served as president of the Episcopal Church Women, taught Vacation Bible School, sung in the church choir, and was involved with the Altar Guild and Daughters of the King. Mrs. Rorrer received the honor of Mother of the Year from the church in 1976. She was also involved in the Spray Fire Department's Ladies Auxillary. Margaret Rorrer retired from the Eden City School System after 25 years of service in the School Food Service Department as cafeteria manager at Lakeside School. She will be remembered for her generous hospitality to school administration, family and friends. Mrs. Rorrer was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She is survived by sons, James Brewster Rorrer and wife, Peggy of Eden and Larry Wade Rorrer and wife, Kristie of Eden. Other survivors include grandchildren, Tammy Rorrer Long and husband, Ricky of Eden, Jamie Rorrer and wife, Jamie of Kernersville, Kimberly Rorrer Garrett and husband, Mark of Eden; step-granddaughter, Cindy Bibee and husband, Rocky of Eden; great-grandchildren, Rick and Dustin Long, Anna and Aiden Rorrer, Colby and Kyndall Garrett; step-great-grandchildren, Kristin Richardson and Isaac Bibee; her sister, Magdalene Gibson; and brother, Melvin Cook. She is also survived by long-time friend, James Glidden. Preceeding her in death were her brothers, James Cook and David Cook, Sr.; and sisters, Viola Cook and Vivian Vestal. Visitation will be held on Saturday evening, 6 - 8 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence. The family would like to thank the women who have taken care of her, the staff at Annie Penn Hospital and Hospice Home. They also ask that any memorial contributions be made to St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 600 Morgan Road, Eden, NC 27288 and to Hospice of Rockingham County, PO Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
I was saddened to hear the news of Ms Margaret's passing. I have known Jimmy, Peggy and Larry for many, many years. My heart goes out to the entire Rorrer family. Thoughts and prayers at this time and God bless each and everyone of you with strength. Memories always, Peggy Siler
Peggy Siler
The Lord has welcomed another one of His own. Thoughts and prayers with love. May you find peace in the Lord.
Stephanie Roberson
Larry and family, I'm truly sorry for your great loss - And pray that the Lord will mend your sad heart -
Phyllis Brown
Mrs. Rorrer was always so kind to all the children at Lakeside School. As a sixth grade student I had the honor of working in the cafeteria and getting to know Mrs. Rorrer much better. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Vivian Patterson Phillips
Jimmy, Larry & family - Our love & condolences are with you during your time of sadness. I know it eases the pain to know your parents were not separated for long. Their marriage was one of inspiration to us all. I have fond memories of their visits between my parents & grandparents. They will be missed by many, including Scott & me.
Sherry Bell
Dear Rorrer family; I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thought's and prayers.
Sibyl Carter
Larry ,Jimmy and family . I was with great sadness when i heard of Margaret 's Passing today . Margaret was a wonderful compassionate lady that I always enjoyed seeing and talking to. I know she will be missed my many including myself. May the Lord Watch over you in you time of sorrow and may she and Warren Rest eternally in the Loving Arms of our Savior, Sam(my)Lewis , Dublin . Va.
Sam Lewis
I am sorry to hear of your loss, but the LORD has another angel our thoughts and prayers will be with each one of the family. I know it really makes the holidays hard but remember we will all see our loved ones again. (GOD BLESS) Tim & Judy Carter
Tim Carter
My love, thoughts and prayers are with the Rorrer family at this time. Margaret and Warren's inspiration and motivation in my life began when I was a teenager at St. Luke's Episcopal, and has lasted a lifetime. Words cannot express my appreciation. Staying in touch through the years has been a true blessing; I will miss them greatly. But Margaret is in her New Home now with Warren and her Heavenly Family. May God Bless and Comfort you at this time, and May Margaret's Heavenly Spirit Touch You Gently during this Christmas Season.
Billy Saunders
My thoughts are with you are this difficult time. - Debby
Debby Self Scott
God be with all of you during this time of you loss. Your mother (grandmother) was a very special lady.
Toni Carroll
Larry & Jimmy, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Just know that she is in the Lord's arms just as your Dad is. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joan Light Strutton
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