Fannie Louise Wilson Obituary in Durham at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Fannie Louise Wilson

Mrs. Fannie Louise Walker Gongs Wilson was born to the late Tom Walker and Janie Mercer; on June 26th, 1945, in Durham, NC, the 3rd of 3 children. She would later depart this world on October 2nd, 2022, peacefully at Duke Regional. Fannie grew up in Durham, NC, receiving an education through the Durham Public School System. She attended and graduated from Hillside High School Class of 1963. She was employed at Durham Regional Hospital as a Health Unit Coordinator and retired in 2013. Later attending Durham Tech, she obtained her CNA certification practicing at Croasdaile Village Nursing Home. During her retirement years, she enjoyed plenty of traveling to her second home Las Vegas. In the late 1980’s Fannie met Oliver L. Wilson and married on June 2nd, 1990. She enjoyed baking, traveling, eating out, and shopping. Fannie was well known for her famous cakes and pies. She also loved and cherished her time with her children and grandchildren. Fannie grew up in Mount Calvary Christ Church; up until adulthood, she was a member of Union Baptist Church, where she gained her spiritual foundation by serving on the usher board. She was awarded Mother of Year due to her super mom capabilities. In her later years, she continued her faith by attending Ebenezer Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her brothers, Norman Diggs and James Diggs. She is survived by her husband, Oliver L. Wilson, and 3 children Tawanda Renea Gongs (DC), Thomas Reginald Gongs (Cindy), and Tamisha Rashanda Gongs, 7 Granddaughters, 5 Grandsons, 12 great-grandchildren, along with a host of Nieces and Nephews. Lastly, a question from Fannie. What does a true friend mean? Does it mean someone you can count on even in sickness or someone who just says I hope you feel better and never hears anything from them? Or is it someone that will check on you at least once a week to see how you are doing? Of course, it can go both ways, but I can honestly say I have had some true friends in my lifetime, even though we may not communicate like we used to. Everyone, think about what a true friend means to you.

Graveside service will be held at Glennview Memorial Park on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at 10:00 AM.

All acts of kindness are appreciated during this difficult time.

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Prayers and condolences to the Wilson and Gongs family. May Fannie rest in eternal peace and fond memories of times you shared bring you comfort at this time. Mary Dempson (HHS Class of 1963).

The Hillside High School Class of 1963 extend our condolences to the Family of our Classmate, Fannie Walker Wilson. She will be missed. We pray for peace and comfort to the family. Sincerely, Gloria Evans Rentrope, President- HHS Class of 1963.

Oliver & family, May God comfort you during this difficult time. Marilyn Womble & family

To Family and Friends of Fannie, it was such a pleasure to work with her. She was the most knowledgeable and most professional person to work with. She always had her crisp white lab coat and a pocket protector full of pens. She was so highly respected. The Blue Candle for a Carolina fan. The snazzy dressing lady down to her Carolina shoes. Praying for comfort for her loved ones. Pauline Stroud

My heart felt sympathy goes out to the family, God will grant you the peace you need to get through this. I worked with Fannie a lot of years at Durham Regional Hospital and I will miss her, May she rest in peace. Vivian Hicks

My prayers and condolences go to the Wilson family. Fanny was a beautiful person inside and out. I met Fanny at Duke regional hospital, formally Durham Regional Hospital, where she was a unit clerk. She always greeted everyone with a smile, and it her presence truly made my time there working on the floor to be filled with so much more pleasure. I will truly miss this lady, as I'm sure a multitude of people will. Her love extend it beyond measure. Rest well Fanny, you have earned your rest. You truly earned your rest. Charlotte Twyman

Sending my condolences to Oliver, children, grandchildren, family and friends of Fannie. She will truly be missed. May God bless you with comfort and peace during this difficult time. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. - Shevette Vanhook

To Oliver, Children, Grandchildren and Veronica Garrett (whom Fannie referred to as her, Daughter)."This is where your peace, strength along with joy will come" (PSALM 23). Fannie was a great mentor, friend as well as a classy lady on the job. Sincerely, Celia Blackwell-Wilson

Sending my condolence to the family and friends of Fannie .I work with Fannie many years at DRHospital.Family will be in my thoughts and prayes.Joanne Y Chapman

To Thomas, We were so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I loved Fannie she was always so sweet. Be Comforted son Ms. Arnetta and Elgin Davis

Sending my condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Fannie. I worked with Ms.Fannie at DRH for many years. She will truly be missed. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Carolyn B.Brodie

our deepest sympathytooliver on the loss of his wife thinking of you and fannie family sicerely rita ad etta

Fannie, one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met, Fannie had one of the humblest spirits. Fannie and I recently talked on the phone, when we did talk we would stay on the phone for hours I had you heavy on my mind this week. My beloved friend until we met again I will always remember you. Fly high Fannie, Fly high, Claudette Maye Suiter

My warmest and sincere condolences to the Wilson/Gongs family Fannie and I go back a very long ways and I will truly miss her.Ethel Holloway

To my neighbor, Oliver Wilson and to the Gong children and remaining family, my most profound sympathy is extended. The Scott family is sorry to learn of Fannie's passing. We are praying for you. May God bless you with his peace and his comfort.

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