Mrs. June Wren Myers, 95, a resident of Arbor Acres Methodist Retirement Home, died on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at Fitzgerald Health Center in Winston-Salem.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, March 23, at Leaksville United Methodist Church. A private burial will be held at a later date in Lawson Cemetery.
Mrs. Myers was born January 30, 1918 in Siler City, NC, the daughter of the late Junius Wren and Margaret Jane Parker Wren. Her mother died in the flu epidemic of 1918, so she and her sister went to live with their aunts in West Virginia. When her father married Cara Lambe Siler, the sisters were reunited with the family in Siler City. Mrs. Myers graduated from high school in 1934 and was the salutatorian of her class. She graduated from Greensboro College in 1938 with credentials to teach English, History and French and did teach for a few years. Mrs. Myers was the choir director at the Leaksville United Methodist Church in Eden for many years. She was an accomplished pianist, having learned to play at an early age under the guidance of her step-mother. Mrs. Myers enjoyed playing for others as an accompanist for a high school glee club, Sunday School classes, substitute organist in church or as an after-dinner entertainer for senior citizens. She was an accomplished writer, having gotten "the bug" to write in college. She wrote poems, essays and short stories for which she received awards at the Rockingham County Fine Arts Festival. Mrs. Myers was a lifelong democrat and a committed Christian.
Having had four successful marriages, Mrs. Myers helped to raise three children. She was preceded in death by her first husband, William Lawrence Wilson in 1959. She is survived by their son, Lawrence Wilson (Francine) of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas; granddaughter, Leigh Arden Beck (Joey) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; son, David Wilson (Anita) of Winston-Salem, NC; granddaughter, Dr. Amy Wilson (Dr. Ben Ott) of Salisbury, NC; great-grandchildren, Ethan and Emma Ott; grandson, Brian Wilson (Rachel) of Garner, NC; great-granddaughter, Marley Wilson; daughter, June Hundley (Bob) of Spencer, NC; grandson, Bobby Hundley (Lauren) of Durham; granddaughter, Sallie Hundley of Salisbury. Mrs. Myers' second husband, Ray Butler, passed away in 1985. She is survived by Mr. Butler's sons, Bob Butler of Louisburg, NC and Lindley Butler (Lelia) of Reidsville; seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. In 1993 she lost her third husband, Bill Craig and is survived by Mr. Craig's daughters, Peggy Bryant and Nancy Ryan of Cumming, GA; three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Her fourth husband, Reverend Horwood P. Myers, Jr., passed away in 2011. Mrs. Myers is survived by Reverend Myers' sons, Horwood P. Myers, III (Garland) of Boone, Thomas Myers (Barbara) of Clinton, NY and James Myers (Cynthia) of Charlotte; five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. She is also survived by brother-in-law, Dr. Edwin G. Wilson (Emily) of Winston-Salem.
In addition to her parents and aforementioned husbands, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Dr. James C. Wren and sister, Margaret Wren Craig.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Leaksville United Methodist Church, 603 Henry Street, Eden, NC 27288 or to Arbor Acres Methodist Retirement Home, 1240 Arbor Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104. The family would like to express their sincere thanks for the kindness of the staff at Fitzgerald Health Center at Arbor Acres.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 23, 12:30 pm to 2 pm at Leaksville United Methodist Church, prior to the memorial service commencing at 2 pm.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
I'm sorry to hear about June and she was a sweet lady. May the Lord be with the families.
Beverly Allen Thomas
When i moved to Leaksville June was my landlady. She quickly became a good friend and mentor. I have greatly admired her for so many years and have wonderful memories of shared experiences with her. Love to all her family.
Pat Moore
June was such an outstanding musician. I can hear her piano accompaniment even now as I remember this faithful church friend. Sympathy to David, Anita, Amy, and all the rest of the fine family she leaves behind. What a blessing to have lived 95 years and to have been able to bestow as many blessings upon others as June did during her busy lifetime.
Fern Ragan
I remember June as such a vivacious lady. Her enthusiasm was contagious! She was a lovely person. Blessings on all those left to mourn this wonderful Christian lady. Love, Martha Harden Smith
Martha Harden Smith
June and Family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She must have been a lovely lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Susan
Susan Warlick Collins
June, Though I never had the privilege of meeting your mother, I know she was a treasure because of the dear friend you are to me. Please know I am lifing you and your family up in prayers to our Heavenly Father that all of you will be filled with His comfort and daily strength.
Ginger Pack
Dear June and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a great lady and had a great life. I know she loved her music and was great in all aspects of it. Hope you are doing well at this difficult time in life. Lost my mom 10 years ago, so I know what you are going through. Again, you have my deepest sympathy.
Susan Pulliam Childrey
The residents of Arbor Acres so appreciated Mrs.Myers's talents. She was a blessing to many people.
Candy Drake
June, Remembering you and your family in my prayers during this difficult time.
Sarah Talley Pierce
Anita & David, My deepest sympathy in the passing of David's mother. It sounds like she was an amazing woman. My prayers & thoughts are with you.
Elaine Kimel
Lawrence and family, My deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your mother. May God bless you with peace and comfort.
Sarah Crowder McClure
I was so saddened to hear of June's death. My sincere sympathies to the family.
Mary Jane (Crews) Lahman
So sorry to hear of June's passing. I have such fond memories of going to visit "Pop" and June. She was always so welcoming and nice to us "wild" Bobbitt boys. Although we only got together a few times as adults I know she knew we all loved and appreciated her. Thank you June and God bless you. Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends at this time.
Steven Bobbitt
OUR THOUGHTS, LOVE & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. WE ENJOYED SEEING HER WITH HO BCAJ44RWOOD AT CHURCH.
Lynn & Hollis Prior
My condolences to the family on your (and our) loss. I have many great memories of June. I always appreciated that she was a life-long learner--I remember when she took up classical guitar--she must have been in her sixties then. She has certainly inspired me musically. I give thanks for her long life--and for being such a great next-door neighbor all those years.
Andy Gwynn
Anita and David I'm sorry to hear about the loss of mother. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Valerie George
Lawrence, David, and June: Your mother was always the perfect nextdoor neighbor, and I don't think my mom ever quite got over her moving away! She was always great at church, too, especially in trying to get us to raise our voices in the LUMC junior choir. My best to all of you and yours.
Sam Gwynn
June, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I never met your mother but she had to be an awesome lady with all of her accomplishments. You yourself are an amazing lady and I am so blessed that our paths have crossed. Take comfort in knowing your mother is walking the steets of gold and she is so happy praising Jesus.
Lori Safrit
June ~ so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was always so enthusiastic in all her endeavors and had such a tremendous love for life. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts & prayers.
Susan Cunningham
Our deepest sympathies to the June Wren Myers family for your loss. We met June (and became part of the family) when our son,Ben, married David Wilson's daughter, Amy. We will fondly remember June as having a love for life and her family and for the positive influence she had on the many lives she touched. She will be missed.
Tom & Rita Ott
June was an exceptional, multi-talented friend. I first met her when Bob and I joined Leaksville United church where we learned to appreciate her and her family and the contibutions she made to the commmunity and church. We are thinking of all of you. Sincerely, Addie and Bob%
Adeline Wilkerson
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