Wilmer Atkins Rumbley, 96, peacefully went to be with the Lord late Wednesday evening, March 20, 2013, at Morehead Nursing Center where she had been in residence since September, 2010.
Her funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Monday, March 25, at Hampton Heights Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Ridgeview Memorial Gardens in Eden.
Mrs. Rumbley was born on April 22, 1916, in Woolwine, Virginia; she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Ida Weaver Atkins. As a young woman, she left Woolwine to find a job in the big town of Leaksville (now Eden). She would end up working at Spray Cotton Mill, Fieldcrest, and then retiring from Karastan. Not only did she work outside the home, raise five boys, and take care of her aging in-laws, but also, she was a charter member of Hampton Heights Baptist Church where she willingly served in various capacities during her lifetime. Having had five boys, she felt it necessary to offer her assistance in the nursery. She was a member of the Ladies Sunday School class and an active member of the Willing Workers and the Baptist Women. Her favorite thing to do was to cook and bake for her sons and their families up until she had a stroke in 1996.
She is survived by her sons, Larry Rumbley and wife, Frances of Eden, Ron Rumbley and companion, Maureen Jordan of Whitsett, Braxton Rumbley and wife, Jeanne of Eden, Ken Rumbley and companion, Carolyn Tidwell of Cramerton; four grandchildren, Brandon Rumbley and wife, Michelle, of Eden; Brian Rumbley, and wife, Melissa of Reidsville, Misty R. Helsabeck and husband, John of Raleigh, Laura R. Goard and husband, Greg of Eden; and seven great-grandchildren, Tatum and Keegan Rumbley, Nicholas and Emma Rumbley, Katie and Maddie Helsabeck and Will Goard.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Allen Reid Rumbley; her son, Malcolm Reid Rumbley; her three brothers, Jesse, Brice and Reuben Atkins; four sisters, Annice Hinson, Lizzie Earles, Ozella Wilmouth, and Maltie Wilmouth.
The family is especially grateful for their mother's special friends, Faye Bailey, Kay McNeely, and Darlene Riddle, as well as the nurses at the Morehead Nursing Center.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Hampton Heights Baptist Church, 1323 Washington Street, Eden, NC 27288.
The family will receive friends on Sunday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence of Mrs. Rumbley at 915 Carter Street, Eden.
Brandon and Family, We were sorry to hear of Wilmer's passing. She was a very sweet lady and will be missed by many. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Look to the Lord and he will see you through.
Mandy Holt Roberts & Faye Holt
I have very fond memories of Aunt Wilma, some of my best memories come from my childhood when families would get togather....the family is complete now in heaven Mom Dad all the children..what a blessing in heaven.God bless this family...
Cheryl Wilmoth Taylor
With deepest sympathy I'm so sorry for your loss.Mrs Rumbly was such a sweet lady,my mom Faye is really going to miss sitting with her ,she talked about her all the time.Wonderful person she was.
karen ritter
Larry,Ronald,Braxton,Kenneth I was sorry to hear of the passing of Great Aunt Wilmer. I will always remember her and Great Uncle Allen coming over to grandmother Wilmoth and us coming to vist her. She was the last of a great group of brothers and sisters who's lifes we were all blessed to have shared in. You guys and your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers David Wilmoth
David Wilmoth
Our sympathy goes out to you and your family. We know Ron through Maureen and have become to love him very much. He talked alot about his mom and only said nice loving things. Danny I both lost a parent a few years ago within 6 months of each other. No matter how much you prepare, it is hard to say goodbye. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Danny and Amelia Hicks
Amelia Hicks
Braxton, Jeanne and family: I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Rumbley's passing. It is a blessing to know you will see her one day in heaven. I know that this is a difficult time as well as a time to rejoice for a life well lived. Praying for you all.
Debra Stowe
Dear Larry, Frances and family we are deeply saddened for your loss. You and all your family will remain in our prayers, for continued comfort and strength from our Lord throughout the days ahead. Love, Darrell and Teena
Mr.&Mrs. Darrell L Reece
sorry for your loss
lester & beth marley
Larry, Ronald, Braxton & Kenneth, My thoughts and prayers are with you all on the loss of your Mother. So many fond memories of your family.
Vicki Burcham Hobbs
Brian, Braxton, Laura,and Jean and family, I am so sorry for you loss. Brian you have always been souch a good friend and Braxton, you have been such a life couch and football coach to me in the past. I am sure that your mother/grandmother lived a very carrying and christian life. Just wanted to tell you all that I love you and good speed in your grief and recovery of this tragic circumstance, put at the same time,an upilifting home going! May God continue to bless each of you! With all of our love, Doug, Vickie, Brie amd Brooke Corum.
doug corum
Braxton, Jeanne, Laura and Brian, I just saw this and am so sorry I am so late in responding. I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May all of you feel the arms of God wrapped around you, giving you peace during this difficult time. You are all im my thoughts and prayers. Miss and love all of you. Debby
Debby Howard
As grandma's oldest grandson, I feel such regret in not knowing she passed away. I love grandma regardless how far away I live from her. Hoping my dad, Ron Rumbley would have placed my name in the announcement as being her grandson.
Chet Rumbley
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Born: Saturday Apr 22, 1916
