Mr. William Nelson Liles Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For Mr. William Nelson Liles

To everything there is a season. A time to be born and a time to die, and so it was with our beloved Mr. William Nelson Liles, the son of the late Edmond and Ruth Hubbard Liles. To many of his friends, he was known to them as “Nelson.” He was born on June 6, 1946 in Anson County, North Carolina.

Nelson was educated in the Anson County School System. He was a graduate of Henry Grove High School, Class of 1965. After graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army. He was a Vietnam Veteran and received an honorable discharge from the United States Army. Nelson served as Commander of VFW Post #10403, Wadesboro, North Carolina.

Nelson received an Associate Degree in Engineering from South Piedmont Community College, located in Anson County. He retired from Aeroquip in Norwood, North Carolina and was a faithful employee of Smith Funeral Home for over fifty (50) years.

He confessed Christ at an early age and joined Gatewood Station African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. He was a devout member who gave his life and service to his church where he served on many committees. He was a loving and caring brother. He inspired us all in his lovable and unselfish manner. He believed in family and the unity of love. He was a strong person that embellished life and lived it to the fullest. He will be deeply missed.

In addition to his parents, Nelson was preceded in death by one sister, Albertha Liles Streater and one brother, Joe Liles Jr.

To cherish his memories, he leaves: one sister, Ms. Clara Ruth Liles, Lilesville, NC; five brothers, Mr. Herbert Hugh Liles (Dee Dee), Winston-Salem, NC, Dr. Abram Liles (Marie), Oxford, NC, David Liles (Mary Ruth), Lilesville, NC, R.J. Liles, Lilesville, NC and Ervin Thomas Liles (Dora), Lilesville, NC, sisters-in-law, Georgianna Liles, Winston-Salem, NC, Nancy Ann Tyner, Winston-Salem, NC; the love of his life, Linda Barrett, her daughter, Carolyn Barrett and grandsons, Cedarius Barrett and Christan Sellers, Wadesboro, NC; five nephews, four nieces, five great nieces, seven great-great nieces and one great-great-great niece. His God daughters, Mattie Parker (Gene), Durham, NC, and Kishia Dunlap, Wadesboro, NC. A host of cousins, relatives and friends.

The Homegoing Services will be on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, 1:00pm, in the Chapel of Smith Funeral Home, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be in the Liles family plot, Gatewood Station AME Zion Church Cemetery, Morven, North Carolina.

The Liles Family will greet family and friends on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 from 12:30-1:00pm.

The public viewing will be on Monday, January 9, 2023 from 4:30-6:00pm at Smith's Funeral Home.

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With our deepest sympathy from The Kirby family in Charlotte.

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"Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise." Luke 23:43
The family of Thomas and Doretha Steele will hold you in their prayers at this time of loss.

SENDING OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY PASTOR ANNIE STREATER RORIE & FAMILY

With our deepest sympathy from Maurice and Irene Harrington family

Clara, R J praying for you and the rest of the family. Sorry for your loss. May God hold you in arms through your grief. Carolyn M Richardson & Family

Condolences to the Liles family on the loss of your brother Nelson. He could always make you laugh. My husband Rick enjoyed going on Motorcycle club rides with him. He always had stories to tell. Rick & Mae Frances Teal AKA Mickey.

Look to Jesus for strength, He's passing by this moments. Praying for the Family. Preston Waddell

Clair Ruth and brothers: We have known our families for so long: going to school together, Sharing time at Gatewood Station Church, and times spent laughing and talking together. I am praying that the passing of time, God,and the love of family and friends will bring you strength and surround you with comforting memories.

To Clara Ruth and Family I will truly miss Nelson making me laugh! No matter how busy or tired I was when he came by the deli you better believe I would be laughing when he left.Just remember "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal." Denise Robinson & Family

Sending thoughts and prayers to the Liles family.May God comfort and give you peace.R Heilig

To the family of William Nelson Liles. There is no emptiness God can't fill, no loneliness He can't see you through. In the time of your sadness may the Lord lead you to a place of peace. Edgar and Lily Hailey

Sending our condolences and prayers to the Liles family during this difficult time.
Lemanuel Kersey & Family

To the family of William Liles may the memories held deep inside your heart help to comfort you...You're in our prayers.
We are sending our deepest condolences - Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Bennett

My sincere condolscences to the Liles Family. Tammy Moore & Family

Clara Ruth and Family, we send our deepest condolences to you at this time. I pray that God will comfort you and give you peace. Elaine, Francis & Vanessa Leak ( Lessie Gray's children) Rosa Ellen Richardson

With deepest sorrow we convey condolences to the family at the homegoing of your love one.
Rev Dr Theodore Little, Jr., Pastor (Ret), Dome of Canaan, Chesapeake, VA

My deepest condolences to the family. Vivian Kellock

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.I have known Nelson all of my life. Always a smile on his face. Thomasina Montgomery

Sending sincere condolences and prayers of comfort to my neighbors the Liles family. Dr. Teresa A. Smith

Sending my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Nelson. I will truly cherish the fonds memories of him being my next door neighbor. All respect to war vet who didn't take no mess and who was truly a respectable man on Mockingbird Hill. Take your rest sir. 🙏🏽❤️
Much Love Always,
Cedrik Pickett

Sending my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Nelson. I will truly cherish the fonds memories of him being my next door neighbor. All respect to war vet who didn't take no mess and who was truly a respectable man on Mockingbird Hill. Take your rest sir. 🙏🏽❤️

To ClarRuth and the Liles Family you have our deepest sympathy. Prayer and Faith work together. From your cousin's in Charlotte. Charles,Annie,Lorraine,Zerelda,& Iris

Sending prayers and condolences to the Liles family.Much love from TerryAnn Diggs

Extending our deepest and sincerest condolences to the family during their time of bereavement. - The Harrington Family (Tommicenia, Nikki, Tara, & Steven)

So Sorry for your loss praying Mae Richardson and Family.

Condolences to the Liles Family. Mr. And Mrs. Edward Simon. 2

We are deeply sorry for your loss. In this sorrowful time, we extend our heartfelt condolences. We will keep your family in our prayers. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your loved one rest in peace. Delores, Ora, Abram and Patricia Caple

Our sincere deepest sympathy for the loss of Nelson. My God continue to guide you through this difficult time. The Streater family

Condolences to the Liles family.We will continue to pray for you,Nelson was our classmate at Henry Grove High School,class of 1965.

Our Deepest Condolences To The Family. Nelson will be missed. 🙏🏼 Helen Tillman & Family

Nelson was one of the friendliest people you could ever meet. He will definitely be missed🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽 My sympathy goes out to his family ❤️🙏🏽❤️

Condolences to the Liles family. Dianne Gatewood

Clara R./brothers & entire family; Praying to God for much family comfort! He was Like a brother to our family! Oh,How he shall be missed! 💘 Caleb & Catherine

Annie Robinson and family. I am sorry for the loss of your loved one.You are in my prayers.

Praying for the Liles Family. We have been next door neighbors for years and Nelson was a great neighbor. He loved our community alone with many others who have passed on. He always has a word and a laugh for you. He will Truly be missed. Mockingbird Hill / 52 for life. The Lee & Pickett Family.

Praying for the family! He was a gem and will be missed. Heather Watkins and family

My condolences to the family praying 🙏

Lydia Allen

To the Liles family you have our deepest condolences. Praying for strength at this difficult time!!Bruce and Mary Sturdivant and family!!

Our cousin Nelson will be missed by all who knew him, especially the Mockingbird Hill Family. We either stopped by or blew the horn and waved when passing by. We are praying for our entire family. Rest N Peace!!! Callie & Susan Little and the Sturdivant Family

You have our deepest sympathy and you are in our prayers. To my classmate, RJ may God keep you in his loving care. Rosa Wall-Little & Family

Our condolences to the Liles family. Luther and Barbara Morris

Our Sincere Condolences To The Liles Family, Friends & Smith FH Staff. Rest In Paradise Nelson 🕊🌹 Barbara A. Ratliff & Family

Our sincere condolences to The Liles Family, Friends & Smith FH Staff. Rest In Paradise Nelson 🕊🌹

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! I was shocked to hear of your passing cuz! I did not expect that the last time we talked would be the LAST time we talked!! May you rest in complete and absolute peace!
Keetra Sturdivant & the Sturdivant Family