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Obituary For Mrs. Heddie Lue Dawkins

When we encounter the inevitable times of waiting and Ending that are a part of life, We are called to place our faith in God, Who always draws us toward new life. Can we trust God with our future? Can we accept that we do not need to know everything about tomorrow, trusting that God will be there, Waiting for us with joy and strength? If there is a place in your life that feels like a dead end, Remember the cocoon, remember the seed, Remember the tomb. And trust there is a way through it, A way that God can see. A way to which God will lead you. -Author unknown

Heddie Hayes Dawkins, a gentle, loving, and caring woman, impacted many lives during her 81 years of life. She was born in Marlboro, SC., June 14, 1941, to the late Hamer and Pearl (McLeod) Hayes and was the seventh of ten children. Her earthly journey ended on August 30, 2022.

Heddie was very young when the family moved from SC to High Point, NC where she received her elementary and high school education. On her quest toward higher education, Heddie earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Shaw University and her Master of Science in Guidance/Counselor Education from North Carolina A&T State University. Her professional career included serving as a home-school coordinator at High Point Central High School and a counselor at Welborn Middle School until her retirement in 2007. Heddie demonstrated not only a strong work ethic, but a genuine concern and passion for the success of her students. It was natural that she gained the love and respect of her students and co-workers.

Heddie was a woman of God: a faithful and active member of Gethsemane Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School, was a dedicated member of the Mixed Choir, and a member of the Senior Missionaries under the leadership of Pastor Roy L. Fitzgerald. Her humble spirit led her to being adored by the entire congregation. She also loved being a member of a local Christian Women Fellowship group, where spiritual sisterhood and friendship went hand in hand.

Spending time at the beach with family was always a special time to relax and have quality time with her family. Heddie loved playing challenging games especially with her sisters and life-long friend, Faye Boyce.

Heddie was committed and devoted to her loving husband who passed away in 2018. In addition to her parents and husband, Heddie was preceded in death by five brothers; James, Robert, Preston, Marion, and Freddie Hayes, and one sister, Mary Bailey; sisters-in-law, Mae Frances Hardie, Elouise Johnson, Patricia Hardie, Barbara Jean Hedrick, and Della Wilks Hayes; brothers-in-law, James Bailey and Wendell Alsbrooks.

Surviving to cherish the legacy of her love, affection and determination are two sons, Edward and Bernard (Andrea) Dawkins; three daughters, Teresa, Rhonda (Shawn) Neal, and Angela Dawkins; two sisters, Willie Mae Alsbrooks and Annie Riddick; (They were certainly “three in one”); one brother, Chester (Ruth) Hayes, whom she always looked forward to visiting; four sisters-in-law, Rosa Wilson, Kathy (J.D.) Moore, Anne Hayes, and Bobby Jean Hayes; one brother-in-law, Ronald Garrison; fourteen grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends who have all been blessed by the life that she lived.

Our beloved Heddie will be missed. We carry on with love and precious memories. Amazing grace how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me, I once was lost but now am I found…..

Funeral service will be held Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Gethsemane Baptist Church, with Rev. Roy L. Fitzgerald presiding. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

The family of Heddie Dawkins wishes to express our eternal gratitude to the community, Police and Sheriff Dept., First Responders, and all of the precious souls and animals that participated in the search of our mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend. Whether it was a simple prayer, deed, or active search, we are forever grateful to you and will never forget how you made us feel. It was because of you and the grace of a loving God that we are able to get through this.

Please may any donations to the Jamestown United Methodist Church Support Group and Memory Cafe. Please make checks payable to: JUMC. Memo line should read: Dementia Outreach. P.O Box 339 Jamestown, NC 27282.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Online condolences may be sent to the Dawkins family at phillipsfuneralserviceinc.com

Guest Book

"Who Alone But Christ Can UnderStand Our Sorrow And Wipe Away Our Tears" We Pray The Love HEDDIE Left WithIn Your Hearts Will Help To Ease The Pain. Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal. To GOD Be The Glory. Love You , Priscilla, Yvonne, Faye and Sharon

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I didn't know Mrs. Heddie but kept her in prayer. I pray the family will have peace and also never lose faith in our Lord because he's faithful to the end and will never leave nor forsake you. The LORD bless thee and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee and give thee peace.

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My sincere condolences and prayers of comfort to the Dawkins family

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In the early 90's, I went to work at Welborn Middle School. I joined another new counselor, Heddie Dawkins. It took me about a minute to ask myself, "How did I get so lucky?!" We had adjoining offices separated by a door with a massive bookcase in front of it. When we moved that bookcase and opened that door, we were the talk of the school. From that moment on, we worked hard, laughed a lot and leaned on each other for support. Heddie was always "styling"with a different hairdo quite often. I couldn't wait to see her daughter's latest handiwork! I realize how much we had in common with large, loving extended families and many shared values. I know I was a better counselor and person for having known her. Heddie touched my life from the first hello with her kindness and sweet countenance. Although we had not seen each other in a long time, love for Heddie has never left my heart. Wishing her family peace. Angela Barnes

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May god comfort you in this hard time. Rest easy Heddie.

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Beautiful homecoming service fir Ms. Heddie. Rain shows a sign of peace. And it was a peaceful day❤️

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To Edward and the entire Dawkins family, we send our sincerest condolences and prayers. Pastor Anthony and Yolanda Stephenson and the McFadden Family.

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My Condolences to the Dawkins Family

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My deepest sympathies to the Dawkins family. Praying for comfort at your time of grief but Miss Heddie is with the angels now. Florence Smith-Teasley

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My condolences to the Dawkins family. May God comfort and bless you.🙏🏾🙏🏾

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My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Dawkins Family may comfort come to you during this difficult moment... my prayers to You All. Lisa Pratt and Family

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Heddie Dawkins showed me her heart through her actions toward me. I was New at my job as a counselor but she graciously showed me the way. I will not forget how this woman of God manifested His presence in her. She now has claimed a greater reward. Blessings family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rev. Dr. April Rhinehardt

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To Willie Mae Hayes Alsbrooks & Family Albert & I along with so many others in Winston-Salem were praying and hoping she would have been EARLY FOUND but hopefully some loving relief can comfort you to know that she is now resting in her Savior's arms. May our heavenly Father continue to comfort and strengthen you and your family. Peace & Love, Albert & Jeannette Ferguson Porter. W-S,NC

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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dawkins and Hayes family. She will live on in your hearts forever. To God be the Glory! Love The Gainey Family

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Our prayers are with u and your family 🙏🏽🤍 Mrs.Douglas and Demetria 🙌🏾🤍

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Many prayers. Rest well, Mrs. Dawkins

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Rest in peace, Mrs. Heddie, in the loving arms of God, condolences to the family of Mrs Heddie, God has you all as well. Howard and Sandra Austin

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My heart goes out to you for the loss of your dear friend. I know how much she meant to you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers."

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To the Dawkins family 🙏🙏I'm sending my ❤️ And 🙏 with y'all! I'm going to miss Ms Heddie! I'm glad I got a chance to meet her!! But I will never forget her!! Continue to stay strong!

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Sending thoughts and Prayers. From all of us at J. Foster Phillips Funeral Home.

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My sincere condolences to the Dawkins and Hayes family. Keeping you all in my prayers as you go through this difficult time. Willette White

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I will never forget the love ❤ your mom gave me when I needed it the most. She will always have a special place in my heart ❤. Love Randy

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My condolences to the Dawkins and Hayes family. Aunt Heddie heart was full of compassion and love I will miss her. Keeping you all in prayer. Tonya Hayes Wright (NYC)

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A PRAYER FOR YOU! I said a prayer tor you today and KNOW GOD MUST HAVE HEARD. I felt the answer in my heart. ALTHOUGH HE SPOKE NO WORDS. I didn't ask for wealth or fame - I knew you wouldn't mind. " I asked him to send treasures of a far more lasting kind. I asked that He'd be near you at the start of each new day, to grant you health & blessings & friends TO SHARE YOUR WAY. I asked for happiness; for you in all things great and small, but it was for his loving care I prayed MOST OF ALL! Y'all have our heartfelt condolences and love! Debra, Kendra, Kecia, Keiba Kennedy

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To the Dawkins and Hayes Family so sorry for your loss. I hope you all will find peace and strength during this time.🙏🏽 A.Baldwin/ Stewart Family

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Our Heartfelt condolences to the Dawkins Family.May God wrap his arms around you and bring comfort to you all,.Praying for the Family.

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Prayers and deepest condolences to the Dawkins Family. May God cover you and keep you in His loving care. Love, Shelby & Cheryl Pegues

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My prayers are with you and your family you can tell how loved she was by the outpouring support from the community May God Bless you

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To the family my heartfelt condolences go out to each and all.Im from High Point but live here in Clev.Ohio many Prayers have gone to the safety and wellbeing of Heddie during her ordeal.Shes going home and your hearts will and can grieve and have your closure.God Bless. Brenda Stepp

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To the Family of Mrs Heddie Dawkins she will be missed much Love to the Dawkins Family 🙏🏿❤️

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To the Dawkins's Family sending our Condolences to the Family Mrs Hattie was well Love and Wonderful to all

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We extend or sympathy and love to the Dawkins Family. May God continue to comfort and bring you peace in the days ahead! We love you all and will always keep you in prayer 🙏 The Garrison Family 👪

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Praying that God give all of you the strength to endure your loss and to carry on.🙏🏾🙏🏾

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My prayers and condolences to the Dawkins we are so sorry for your loss from jarid archie family.

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The Lord knew best when He called her to come Home.

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May God continue to strengthen you and the family, you are in my prayers. Love you. Trumela Crawford

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Sending our deepest condolences to the Dawkins family. May God continue to give you strength. Antron Holland & Family

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Sending our deepest condolences to Ann and the Dawkins family. We will continue to keep you in our prayers

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My prayers and condolences are with you all during this difficult time. My heart is deeply saddened for the Dawkins Family on the loss of your dear sweet Mother. May God provide you the strength to carry you through. Iris Bowden & Family Jamestown, NC

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Praying for the Dawkins Riph Mrs Dawkins you will truly be Missed From the Witherspoon Family 👪❤❤❤prayers5555

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Sending our condolences to the Dawkins family. May God continue to give you all strength during this difficult time. - The Orr Family

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So sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences are with each and everyone of you. Mouzon Family

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To The Dawkins Family, my sincere condolences in the passing of your dear and sweet mother. Please cherish her memories and she will forever live in your hearts. I am praying for you all and be strong. Trust God! Rosalyn Gilmer-Flanagan

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To the Dawkins Family, Our Hearts go out to you All during this most difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss sending prayers 🙏 and blessings too your Family. The Young Family

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Dear Angela and Family, I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your Mother. I've been praying for you all that our Heavenly Father will continue to comfort, bless, and keep each and every one of you safe in His Loving Arms. With Love, Melanie Jones

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MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE DAWKINS FAMILY. PRAYERS

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May God's love, peace and comfort always surround you. May Mrs. Dawkins' legacy of love and caring be a life long source of guidance and inspiration. Norma Hunter Alston

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Sorry for your loss

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Sending my deepest condolences to the Dawkins Family during this difficult time. May God our Father comfort you. Zelda Leach

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May The Most High God comfort your family during this time of sorrow, my deepest condolences. The Poke family.g

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I would like to give my deepest sympathy and condolences to the all of the Dawkin's family and friends. May God Continue to watch over and bless your all. The Evans Family.

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So sorry for your loss. May God continue to give you strength during this difficult time.

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My deepest condolences to each of Mrs. Dawkins' loved ones. May you have peace and comfort knowing she is home and happier than ever. As you heal may every tear be followed by sweet loving smiles. To God be the all glory🕊

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Sending our Condolences to the family for the loss of Ms. Heddie Dawkins! She was loved by many people! Hope God will give you the strength and comfort you need at this time! Thressa and Howard

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Sending our condolences to the Dawkins Family and Friends_ Love you and may God continue to give you all strength through this difficult time. Stubbs and Haliey Family🙏🏾

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Sending love, prayers of comfort and our deepest condolences to the family. Love, Helen, Traci, Kim and Family♥️

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My condolences to the Dawkins family. Your Pearl God's special jewel is resting in heaven. May God be with you all. Phyllis Kirkpatrick

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We send our deepest condolences to the Dawkins during your time of bereavement. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers. The Bruton family

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Wenchie and family my deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss of your mother, grandmother, and friend. Praying always! Monique Clowers

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Prayers To The Dawkins Family

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My condolences to family

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To our family. Sorry for your loss and we'll be praying for healing and love to everyone. Love Willie and Lennora Wright

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Sending our most heartfelt sympathy to the entire family. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Mrs. Heddie Dawkins Jerry & Sonja Townsend

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We are sending our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the ENTIRE family of Ms Heddie. May God's grace continue to be your constant strength. Pastors William & Vanessa Buckson

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Our deepest and sincere condolences to the family. -Brenda Covington, Danielle McAdams & Natashia Covington

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Our sincere condolences... - Brenda Covington, Natashia Covington & Danielle McAdams

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Hello, Family: Mrs. Heddie Dawkins' Family are close friends. Annie is my Sorority Line Sister in DST. Willie Mae is always a special sister. The entire Hayes/Dawkins Families are dear to us. We offer Love and Prayers to all. Look up, Family, and know that God will keep you. We will Honor Mrs. Dawkins' Memory! May God continue to Keep you. Rev. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green, Jr. (DST)

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Deepest condolences to the Dawkins family. Thank Johnson Family

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Deepest condolences to the Dawkins family.. The Bennett Family.

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Our sincerest condolences to the Dawkins Family. Antroinette Reed and Family

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My prayers and condolences to the Dawkins family. I met her at Welborn Middle while I was a student. She was a awesome lady that encouraged me a lot and always told me to try my best daily. I will really miss her. She will always be a angel. Maria Charles

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Desiree Boulware ♥♥♥♥♥

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My condolences to the Dawkins family. Townsend family

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Most sincerest condolences. Sandra Treadway Atlanta, GA

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"A great soul serves everyone all the time. A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again." - Maya Angelou May the memories held deep inside of your hearts, help to comfort each of you. We are sending our deepest condolences. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bennett

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Thoughts and prayers to The Dawkins family during this time. Much Love to all ! Joe & Julie Lloyd

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To the entire Dawkins Family we the Baker Family send our prayers to you at a time such as this. God has called another one of his children. When the double rainbow was seen we know that you had entered into Heaven take your wings and rest. Tim,Debra & Ra'shaun Baker.

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Deepest condolences to the Dawkins family.

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My condolences to the Dawkins Family. My God comfort each and everyone in the family and may you find peace knowing she is in Heaven with God Almighty. Praying for you. The Gilmer Family

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I was very sadden of the passing of Ms Heddie... Didn't know her but been praying for her safe every since she went missing...God Bless The Family...May God give you peace and strength to carry on 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 William and Deborah Harris

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Sending my condolences to the Dawkins Family Edward so sorry for the lost of MissHaddie just know she's inthe Armsof God she doesn't have to suffer anymore Dorothy Buchannon

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Sending our condolences to Mrs. Dawkins family and friends. Angela & Willie Johnson, Jr. & Family Greensboro, NC

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Sending our condolences to Mrs. Dawkins family and friends. Angela & Willie Johnson, Jr. & Family Greensboro, NC

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Sending our condolences to Mrs Dawkins Family. May God continue to give you all strength through this difficult time. We will continue to keep you all covered in Prayer. Adrian and Trena Davis.

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