Louise Dunn Gatewood, 80, formerly of 201 Sunset Drive in Eden, passed away Sunday night, September 30, 2012, at Hospice Home of Rockingham County in Wentworth, NC.
A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, October 4, at Charity Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Gatewood was born August 19, 1932 in Rockingham County, NC, daughter of the late Luther and Tinnie Ratliff Dunn. She was a charter member of Charity Baptist Church where she served as treasurer and a member of the Women's Auxillary. Mrs. Gatewood was a retiree of Fieldcrest Mills after 38 years of service. In her early years, prior to marriage, she managed the Railroad Cafe. Her passion was cooking for her beloved family and she loved gardening and taking care of her home, as well as going to church on Sunday.
She is survived by her daughters, Robin G. King and husband Allen of Dallas, Texas, Ervine Fallen of Eden and Evelyn Richardson and husband, Gary of Greensboro; granddaughter, Jessica Fallen of Roanoke, Virginia; great-granddaughter, Hailey Marie Green of Roanoke, Virginia; brothers, Frank Dunn, Pete Dunn, Leroy Dunn, George Dunn and Mike Dunn; and sisters, Magdalene Hopkins, Teresa Archibald and Betty Jo Nelson.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Percy "Mutt" Irvin Gatewood and her sister, Judy Thomasson.
Vistiation will be held on Wednesday evening, 7 - 9 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at 201 Sunset Drive in Eden.
The family would like to extend a special thank-you to the staff of The Brian Center and of Hospice Home of Rockingham County for all their care and support.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Rockingham County, PO Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Dear Robin & family, I am so sorry to hear of Louise's passing. I pray that you can find comfort knowing she is now with her Saviour in a BEAUTIFUL place where she will suffer no more. She was such a sweet, dear lady who ALWAYS had a smile on her face that without a doubt was contagious. When we were together, we always made each other laugh...I will miss that! Cherish each memory that you have and know that it's NOT goodbye...it's UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN! I love you all...
Arlene Wade
may god bless and comfort all the family in this time of your loss peggy atwal patrica wright
peggy atwal
So sorry for your loss. Steve and I visited Mrs.Gatewood at Brian Center often and developed a great friendship with her. We will miss her smile and her laugh. Betty Jo, all the times we visited with her, we never knew she was your sister. May God comfort your family during this time.
Candice and Steve Voss
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. We remember the days long ago at Pilgrim Holiness, now, Trinity Wesleyan and the good times and laughs we all had. Please know you all are in our prayers and pray each of you will feel God's loving presence with you. God bless each of you.
Debbie Horton & Odessa Thompson
Robin & Family, My deepest sympathy to you and all of your family. God Bless. Gigi Hensley- Corum
Gigi Hensley Corum
My thoughts and prayers are with this precious family at this difficult time. It was my pleasure to know and love Louise during Barry's stay at the Brian Center. She was such a wonderful lady, and I know she is at peace now in the arms of her Lord. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Sharon Bateman
Robin, I am so sorry to hear about Louise's passing. She was so sweet and precious! I used to love visiting her at the Brian Center and giving her a manicure! She always had a smile on her face and I will treasure those memories that I have with her. I hope you find comfort in knowing that she is in a much better place now. If you need anything at all please let us know. Love, Kristin, Brian, and little Avery
Kristin Kennedy
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please know that the entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. She will be truly missed.
Ron, Lisa, & Codey Harbour
Ervine, Evelyn and Robin. I"m so sorry about Louise"s death. I thought the world of her. She was a sweet woman. I"ll be thinking about all of you.
Kay Montgomery
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family sharing this great grief. Aunt Louise is truly home now and smiling. Some of my most cherished memories as an only and lonly child was a fun and safe place she allowed me to visit with the best homemade biscuits and gravy that I still remember to this day. May the comfort of family and friends in this time of sorrow support you and help you see what a difference one life has made to many. Love,Villie, David, Shanon (Erica) and Patrick Haizlip
Villie Haizlip
Just wanted all of you to know you are in my prayers. Mama will be missed. But, she lives in our hearts always!!! The funeral was beautiful!!! You all have an special place on my heart. Growing up together was so awesome!! love all of you!!!
wanda denny
love her and will miss her smiling face. Harriett
Harriett R. Smith
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