Bernard Edward Spinks Obituary in Greensboro at Perry J. Brown Funeral Home

Obituary For Bernard Edward Spinks

Mr. Bernard Edward Spinks, age 77, made a peaceful transition to eternal rest on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. He was born on August 15, 1943 in Greensboro, NC to the late Burley, Jr., and Ella Louise (Whren) Spinks.

He graduated from James B. Dudley High School in 1963. Bernard met and married the love of his life, Catherine Williamson in 1964. He served in the United States Army and retired from the Army Reserves. He retired from Coca Cola in Atlanta, GA. He was musically inclined with the saxophone and played with the Thunderbirds, Roy Roberts Experience, James Brown, Chuck Jackson, Gary U. S. Bonds, and Dionne Warwick.

Mr. Spinks was a member of Institutional Baptist Church.

Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife, Catherine; daughters, Michele Spinks of Greensboro, NC and Victoria "Vicki" Spinks Keller (Rogers) of Charlotte, NC; brothers, Victor Spinks (Lin_da) and Burley Spinks (special friend, Mischelle Thompson) of Greensboro, NC; grandchildren, Shaun Morehead and Chase A. Keller of Charlotte, NC and Ryan A. Keller of Apex, NC; great.grandchildren, Jaylon, Kamara, K'Lon, Mackenzie, Kaden; and a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A public viewing will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 from 12pm-2pm in the Cassie Coote-Brown Memorial Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home. A private graveside service honoring his life will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at Salisbury National Cemetery in Salisbury NC.

Services Entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home (336)-272-6109

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I am sorry for your loss. Pastor Anthony Spinks.

I'm saddened at the transition of my fellow Dudleyite & marching band member.Bernard was a quiet friendly man and,we all enjoyed our time with him.May his family be comforted by our Lord & Saviour;Jesus Christ.

I cherish this man who i hold in high regard as my father. Eternal rest from your earthly son.

Memories of you will forever burn bright. I truly miss my buddy but I will see you again. Rest in peace. Rena White and family

You will always be in my prays. Marilyn

We will so dearly miss your physical presence but you will forever be in our hearts....Rogers and Vicki Keller

I am going to miss you very much Mr. B. I love you. Rest in Peace.
Cheryl

Rest in peace God bless you

To the Spinks family, I am sorry for your loss and my condolences to the family. it was a pleasure serving our country with him.
(Ret) Captain Troy S. Sheppard, 422 CA BN

Bernard was a kind and humble young man, neatly dressed with words of encouragement and wisdom to others. We are deeply saddened by your loss. We want you to know that our thoughts will be with you during the days and weeks ahead. Hold on to God's unchanging hands and all will be well. With Our Sympathy, James B. Dudley High School Class 1962 Benevolence Chairperson Cynthia G. Farrington

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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