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Bakersville, NC

 

Edith Greene Burleson, age 94 of Greene Cove Rd, Bakersville, NC passed away November 3, 2011 at her home. She was a Native of Mitchell County, NC and the daughter of the late Will A. and Hester Letterman Greene. She was retired from Mitchell County Public Schools where she worked in the Cafeteria, and was a member of Roan Mountain Baptist Church.

 

Survivors include a daughter Libby Burleson Whitson and husband Gerald, of Bakersville, NC, and one granddaughter Melissa Whitson Colbath, of Black Mountain, NC.

 

She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Burleson, one sister Clara Louise Greene, and brothers Guy, George, and Ed Greene.

 

Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 6, 2011 at 3:00PM in Roan Mountain Mountain Baptist Church with Don Stafford and Mark McKinney officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Green Young Cemetery.

 

Henline – Hughes Funeral Home is assisting the Burleson Family.

George Ann Greene Lakes

   Posted Fri November 04, 2011

My Dear Libby,
Wish I could be there to comfort you in your time of loss of your Mother. She was the most wonderful Aunt Edie any neice could ever have. I loved her with all my heart and so thankful that she had such a long and fruitful life. I have a picture of her on my phone that was made on October 20th, 2011, one by herself and one with Johnny. If you would like copies let me know and I will get them to you. I love you Libby.

Your cousin,
George Ann Greene Lakes

Jada Daniels

   Posted Sat November 05, 2011

Libby, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Jada

Gloria Houston & Ruthie Houston

   Posted Sat November 05, 2011

We are heartbroken to learn of Edith's death, Lib. She was such a dear fine person, and we loved her. My brother and I referred to her as our "Biscuit Edith," because she made the best biscuits we ever tasted. That was a high compliment and made her smile when we told her.

Our hearts are with you.I can't breathe around funerals with all the chemicals and flowers, but, please know that we are there with you. Also, please let us know if there is anything we can do to support you and your family.

We send our love.

Fran Buchanan

   Posted Sat November 05, 2011

Libby, My heart aches for you. I know your Mom was your best friend as well as your mother. You were there for her and your dedication was so evident. I feel so blessed to have known Edith. She was the type person you wanted to be around, so upbeat and happy, yet she was so caring and always ready to help others. She was a "special" friend to my Mom and I'll never forget her and will miss her tremendously. But there's great consolation in knowing she is in a special place prepared for her by Christ and one day we'll be with her. Praying for you and I love you. Fran

Ginger Peterson

   Posted Sun November 06, 2011

Libby,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Ms. Edith was a wonderful and fun person to be around. She and my mother worked together in the school lunchroom, I have known known her for sometime. Edith had a smile and laugh that just stayed with you as you went separate ways. To those that knew her she will always be a part of us until we meet again.

Our prayers are with you.
Love,
Ginger Peterson & Irene Gouge

Margie Ledford

   Posted Tue November 08, 2011

Dearest Elizabeth,

I am one of your fellow classmates from the graduating class of 1966. I have only fond memories of your mother, Edith. She was always very pleasant and kind to me and my parents. She was always so eager to give me an little extra portion of some foods she knew that I really enjoyed eating! I loved that special attention too. My wonderful parents, Laura and Taft Ledford, had alot of respect and admiration for your her

My prayers and sympathy are with you and your family during this very sad time. May God comfort you and, always keep the wonderful memories of your Mother close to your heart.

Margie Ledford (in my senior year my last name was Gouge)

Joyce Beauchamp

   Posted Wed November 09, 2011

Libby, I just learned of your Mama's passing. Since I don't work at
the flower shop anymore, I can't keep up with the deaths.
Had she been sick lately?
I always enjoyed talking to her and I know you will miss her more
each day....
Sorry for you loss!
Joyce

marcia mcneill

   Posted Fri November 11, 2011

Libby,

My prayers are with you and family,the years me and you worked together,I
injoyed,knowing your mother.Also in my school years. I remember the stories
you had about the things you did over the weekends. Libby keep the memories
close at heart.

Love, Marcia

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