Smith's Funeral Home | Wadesboro, NC

Obituary For Ms. Cantranece D. Rorie

Cantranece Debrena Rorie was born on September 12, 1992 and departed peacefully on Monday Morning, March 4, 2024 in the loving arms of her family. Known to everyone as “Chick”, a nickname given to her by her Father as she arrived at a little over 2 lbs as an early preemie in a yellow onesie. Cantranece fought valiantly until the end, blowing her family a whisper of the sweetest kiss as she gained her wings and answered the call to be with Jesus.

“Chick” started her education at the Happy Days Daycare in Marshville, NC, where Ms. Cindy was happy to learn how to care for her and love her. Cantranece stayed in the baby room assisting her teacher way too long after she had outgrown the baby room. She showed an aptitude for Math and Problem Solving at an early age.

Cantranece attended Union County Public Schools from Pre-K through Graduation. She graduated from Forest Hills High School as a member of the class of 2010. Cantranece also obtained her associate degree from SPCC as a High School Senior during this time for CNA I and II as she had dreams of becoming a nurse. Ms. Cantranece D. Rorie graduated from the University of NC at Greensboro (UNCG) with a B.S. Degree in Sociology.

Cantranece still had a longing for the nursing field, so she went back to school and received her Licensed Practical Nurse Certification from ECPI University and started practicing in 2019. Again, Cantranece dazzled her professors and they took a personal interest in her career and goals. Chickie loved being an LPN and expressed her love of nursing through her care for her residents. Cantranece was in school and studying to be a Registered Nurse when the health challenges started. She pressed on. Cantranece was employed by Monroe Rehabilitation Center in Monroe, NC and preferred the 3rd Shift where her patients liked to stay up and hang out with her. She also worked as a Travel Nurse, visiting different locations around the area and working extra shifts on her days off from Monroe Rehab. Chick was known to be a hard worker and dependable and often called upon by her Superiors to assist with patient care.

Ms. Cantranece Debrena Rorie was preceded in death by her Grandparents, Clarence and Hattie and Rorie, Lizzie Jane McDonald Simon, Joe Louis Duncan, Paul and Nannie Thomas, and James and Beulah Duncan.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her parents: Willie Jay and Deborah McDonald Rorie, Four Siblings: Kam A. McDonald, Holly V. McDonald (of the Home), Willie R. Marsh (Erika), and Michael Marsh; three Nieces: A special Niece Reagan O. Capel, that she joyed in helping to raise, Emari D. Marsh, and Destinee Allen; two Nephews: Willie K. Marsh and Dei’Keibren Allen; Aunts: Shelia Merritt, Regina Ingram (Wayne), Kimberly F. Simon, Mary E. Rorie, Shirley E. Crowder (Danny), Wanda Jordan (Roger), Hattie Jeanette Thomas (Tony), and Joyce A. Moore (Bobby); Uncles: Scottie C. Simon, LuShawn J. Simon, Earnest Lee Rorie (Margaret), James Calvin Rorie (Delphinia), Clarence Alexander Rorie (Lucinder), Joel E. Rorie (Francis), and Perry Rorie (Angela); Great-Aunts and Great-Uncles: Sarah Frances Leake, Edna Gordon, Emma Smith, Genova Griffin (Paul), Shirley Broadway, Amos Duncan (Margaret) Earl Broadway (Everlyn) and Paul Autry; Special Extended Family Members: Deacon Larry Bivens (Audrey), Pastor Clay Parker (Wilma) and families; Best Friends: Danielle Martin-Polk (Santoine) and Jenea Jenkins; A host of cousins and friends.

The Services to Celebrate Ms. Rorie's life will be on Sunday, March 10, 2024, 3:00pm, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be in Rorie Family Plot, Olive Branch Missionary Baptist Church, Marshville, North Carolina.

The Rorie and McDonald Families will greet family and friends on Sunday, March 10, 2024 from 2:30-3:00pm at Smith's Memorial Chapel and at all other times at the family residence.

The public viewing will be on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 3:30-5:30pm.

Guest Book

I am so saddened to learn about Cantranece! She was such a sweet little girl when she was in my PreK Class at Marshville Elementary! She was a strong person then and seeing her picture I can't believe how beautiful she was! Deborah and family , I'm so very sorry! Sending prayers and hugs to you all during this time! Mona Diggs

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Kam, I was saddened to hear of your loss. Please share my sincere condolences with your family. I am praying for your peace, comfort and understanding. God Bless You! Leon Gatewood

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Willie (Bay) and Family, Words alone aren't enough to express the sadness of this loss. Distance does not change the fact that Cantranece is and was my niece. I pray you will cherish the rich memories, the warm smiles and laughter, the joy of her presence. May the memories warm your hearts and bring you peace and comfort. With much love and sympathy, Joyce (Rorie) Moore & Family, ❤️

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Willie (Bay) and Family, Words alone aren't enough to express the sadness of this loss. Distance does not change the fact that Cantranece is and was my niece. I pray you will cherish the rich memories, the warm smiles and laughter, the joy of her presence. May the memories warm your hearts and bring you peace and comfort. With much love and sympathy, Joyce (Rorie) Moore & Family, ❤️

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Willie (Bay) and Family, Words alone aren't enough to express the sadness of this loss. Distance does not change the fact that Cantranece is and was my niece. I pray you will cherish the rich memories, the warm smiles and laughter, the joy of her presence. May the memories warm your hearts and bring you peace and comfort. With much love and sympathy, Joyce (Rorie) Moore & Family, ❤️

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Take your rest princess you will always be in my heart ❤️

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Take your rest princess you will always be in my heart!!! ❤️

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Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Praying for continued comfort and strength during this difficult time. Love Donna Liles

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chick's impact on your life, and the lives of others, is a testament to the beautiful soul she was. May God comfort you during this time and days to come. Hubbard family.

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My sincere thoughts and prayers For the Rorie Family Love Shanae Colson class of 2010

- Shanae Colson

Kam we are thinking of you and your family. We pray for peace and comfort. We love you LaShae Lipscomb and Felicia Jefferies.

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Condolences to the Rorie Family. Keeping you all lifted in prayer. God bless you all.❤️ Sarah Rushing Robinson & Family

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It was a honor to be your cousin it was a honor to come pray with you but we know that God has a true and angel. I'm gonna miss your smile and that little voice but in my heart your memories will alway be there until I see you again. I love you and I can see you walking with Jesus on your way to your new mansion in heaven. Wear your wings well and I'll knock on your door when I get there.

- Walter Rorie

Sending my sincere condolences to you and your family. She was a dear classmate! She was so smart and a fire ball. I will always remember her ❤️class of 2010

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Wishing you comfort in the loss of your beautiful daughter Cantranece . I have fond memories of her growing up and the wonderful care she was given by her mother. May you have peace and comfort in the days to come.love the Potter family

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Kam and family. I am praying for you all. Tracy Holloway

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Condolences from Trey Miles and family.

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My condolences to the family, praying that God will comfort and give you all peace in the days to come. Shirley Parker

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Holly I am praying for you and your entire family. Chick was perfect and she will be missed. I am so deeply sorry for your loss!

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Please accept my deepest condolences. Chick was an amazing person and I'm honored to have been called friend.

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MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL CONTINUE TO BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DEBROAH AND WILLIE. I HOPE GOD CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU COMFORT, PEACE AND STRENGTH AS YOU NAVIGATE LIFE WITHOUT YOUR PRECIOUS AND BELOVED DAUGHTER. THE GOOD MEMORIES SHE LEAVES WILL CONTINUE TO LIVE IN YOUR HEARTS NOW AND FOREVER. MARSHA HAILEY AND FAMILY

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Family, my thoughts, and prayers are with you all. May the Father grant you strength, peace and understanding. I love you all. Monica Simon

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My condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss. Cantranece you will be missed.

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Chicky, I'm at a loss for words. You were a sweet and spunky soul. You will be SO missed. God Bless your family and give strength through this hard time.

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To :Deborah, Willie, and your families. Praying for God to comfort you during this difficult time. God bless you.❤️ The Ledbetters, Sharon, Eddie and James

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Kam, we are thinking of you and your family during this most difficult time. The bond & love that you shared with your sister(s) was deeply felt and will forever live on through you and others. We love you and we will continue to keep you all lifted in our prayers.... The Buchanon/Polk Family

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So sorry for your loss ! Condolences and prayers, Brenda Merriman🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾

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Sending my deepest sympathy to the Rorie and McDonald family. Cantranece was such a kind and caring person. Always loved conversing with her when I saw her. She will certainly be missed. Andrea Marsh

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Prayers to the Rorie Family. My condolences 🙏🏾❤️ Sherry Gaither

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To: Willie and Family, Our Condolences to the entire family of Ms. Cantranece D. Rorie. We are very sorry about the loss of your Loved One. From your "Rorie" cousins originally from Peachland NC. Sincerely, Delane Rorie, Dianne Rorie, Emma Rorie Smith, and Family of Vernice Rorie(deceased)

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Willie, Deborah and Kam, I am so sorry for your loss, My prayer is that God will wrap His loving arms around you as you deal with her presence no longer in the home. Norma Tillman

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Willie, Deborah & Kam, my deepest sympathies to all of you. I pray God will give you strength and comfort as you deal with the loss of your baby girl.

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Sending comfort and prayers to the family. You will be missed babygirl.

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My condolences to the family.

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Willie & Family, We imagine the tremendous pain you are enduring after the loss of your beautiful daughter and sister. Relish in her lasting gift of fond memories with her as she everlastingly smiles from above. Perry & family.

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Prayers for the family. Crystal McLendon and family

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Kam, We are thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember your beautiful sister. We love you! Alexis and Tabaitha... your Buchanan Beauties

- Alexis Broome

Sympathy and prayers to the Rorie and McDonald families. In Sympathy Jacqueline Anderson

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Our Beloved Cantranece aka 'ChickChick'...May you rest peacefully and your light shine as bright in Heaven as it did on earth. We Love You. Perry, Angie, Juwan & Deshon Rorie

- Angela Rorie

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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