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Irene Baldwin

Passed 01/07/2025

Obituary For Irene Baldwin

Miss Irene Baldwin, daughter of the late Mr. Cleveland Baldwin and Mrs. Mazie Spence Baldwin, was born on February 26, 1946, in Wake County, NC. She departed this life at her beloved home on January 7, 2025, and went to be with her heavenly father. She professed hope and faith in Christ at an early age and was until her demise, a faithful member of the Bazzel Creek Missionary Baptist.

Irene developed a strong work ethic at an early, working on the family farm. From these humble beginnings, she had a strong desire and determination to further her education, achieve and to become successful.

Irene graduated from the Fuquay Consolidated High School, Fuquay-Varina, NC in 1963. She was an exemplary student and continued her education at Shaw University, Raleigh, NC. In 1967 she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education. Post graduate studies were completed at North Carolina Central University, Durham, NC, where she received a Master's degree in Education and a Principal's Administrative Certification.

Irene was an outstanding middle school teacher at Coats School, located in Harnett County School District for over 30 years. She maintained high standards and was admired and respected by her students, colleagues and parents. Her professional affiliations included the North Carolina Association of Educators, the Harnett County Association Educators, and the National Association of Educators. Irene continued working as an assistant principal at Coats School for ten years and was very dedicated.

Irene was a faithful member of the Bazzel Creek Missionary Baptist Church. She served in various capacities and committees' unit her health limited her involvement. One of her inspirations was music. She was a member of the Senior Choir and the Davis Inspirational Choir. She served as a youth choir musician / director and as a musician for the Male Chorus for several years. She enjoyed singing and imparted her musical expertise with the choirs. Irene was serious about her work and strove for perfection. she thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship of the weekly prayer group.

Irene was a dedicated member of the following organizations: Order of Eastern Star, Prince Hall affiliated where she served as Worthy Matron for Chapter 212 for several years and District Deputy Grand Matron for District 22; Heroines of Jericho; a charter member and past Loyal Lady Ruler of the Circle of Perfection; charter member of Oprah Court, Cyrene Crusaders; Golden Circle; and Daughter of Isis, Past Commandress of Kabala Court. Irene was a dynamic leader in these organizations.

Surviving to cherish precious memories are nieces: Sharon Baldwin Bentley (Kevin), Gwendolyn Baldwin Thornton, Kimberly Baldwin Williams, Barbara McLean, Dilly Conny (Terry), Gladys Baldwin, Monique Baldwin, Denise Burch (Jerry); her nephews: Felton Baldwin (Debbie) and Gregory Baldwin; her special cousins Faye Spence and Jeannette Greene (Bernard), sister-in-law Ruby Jones (Erle) and a host of other relatives and friends.

Irene leaves an indelible impression upon those who knew her. Her brilliant spirit, radiant smile and compassionate heart captivated everyone who had an opportunity to know Irene. Her passing left a legacy of love, service and faith.

Public Viewing: 1:00 - 5:00 pm on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

Viewing: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Bazzel Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

Funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Bazzel Creek Missionary Baptist Church, 1228 Wilbon Road in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

Burial: Bazzel Creek Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526


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Sarah Hanley sent Golden Days Basket for Irene Baldwin - January 12, 2025

You will be forever missed. Love Michael, Gloria, and Sarah

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you.πŸ™πŸ½πŸ•Š Bettie,James,Carolyn and Barbara(The Richardson Family)

Our condolences to the Baldwin and Spence Family. May God continue to comfort you all during this season. Blessings πŸ™πŸ™Œβœ¨οΈπŸ™ Reverend LaVerne Cofield and Mother Claudia Prince

Mrs Baldwin was one of my favorite teachers and principal I will always remember her telling me Christie hold on let somebody answer the math problem we know u know the answers lol. She taught me so much and from this day I still think bout the good times I had in her class. U will be missed

My heartfelt condolences to the Spence Baldwin Families. May God give you comfort during your time of bereavement.

To the Baldwin and Spence Families: You are in my thoughts and prayers. Irene was a beautiful, sweet lady!! Orlean Burt Newton

I was so surprised to learn of her passing. I met Ms. Baldwin many years ago through the Harnett County Association of Educators. She was a special lady and will be missed. Rest in Power. Carol Baker-Speaks former HCAE treasurer.

Prayers and condolences to the Baldwin family. King Solomon Court #3 Heroines of Jericho PHA

THE CHAPTER OF PRIDE OF JOY 579 SEND OUR PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES TO THE BALDWIN FAMILY IN THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE.WP RONALD GRIMSLEY

To the Baldwin/Spence Family: We are truly sorry to hear of the passing of Irene. Our prayers are with you today and always We love you. Thomas & Jerri Spence

We extend to you our sincere thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you. Joe and Linda Holliday & Family

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On behalf of Deacon Garnell Heggie and Reverend Dr. Mary Heggie, we extend our sincere sympathy and deepest condolences. John 3:16 tells us "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believe in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life."

Condolence to family.. I will miss my dear sister/cousin. Darlene Norris-B

To the Spence and Baldwin families, I extend my condolences and encourage you to rmember the good times- yes, Irene will be missed but the many wonderful memories will last a lifetime. Irene and I grew up in the same neighborhood, playing together as preteens. Grace and Peace unto you. Marion Tucker

We the Reade family sending ourprayers and love of comfort to the families of the Baldwin.may God bless and comfort each and everyone ofπŸ™ Carolyn Reade and family

I was blessed to have Mrs. Baldwin as my fifth grade teacher at Coats school in 1970 and she was a special teacher that got my attention and encouraged me to not to settle but to do my best. Guess I was one of her favorite at the time. Family you will continue to be on our prayers and thanks for allowing her students to share in her season. God bless

My condolences to the and prayers

My condolences to the family, and my prayers 8fBMHz

Miss Baldwin was one of my favorite teachers. She was firm and kind at the same time. She said she was going to bring me out of my shell in 5th grade. I think she did, a little. I speak of her whenever I remember my Coats School days.

My absolute favorite teacher of all times. I became a math teacher at Campbell University because of this dear sweet lady... who by the way scared the life out of me when I took her class the very first day ❀️ I never knew how much love, support, and encouragement could come from a teacher ❀️ I wish that I could be half the teacher she was ❀️❀️❀️ I love you Ms. Baldwin!!!

Condolences goes out to the Baldwin Spence family ,may the good Lord continue to strengthen and comfort you at this moment. It was always a great pleasure seeing her in church you in upon till the last Sunday before you pass .I will always run over to you to get my hug and compliment each other. Miss Baldwin you will be surly miss but I know that the good Lord was really to gain another Angel to be by his side β€οΈπŸ™πŸΎsleep on take your rest in peace honβ€οΈπŸ™πŸΎ Joy & Brian Davis family.

Condolences and Prayers for the Baldwin family. May God confort you and you find peace in him that he give you the strength to carry you through this difficult time. Jewelene McMillan and Jewel Matthews

To the family of our beloved sister, Ms. Irene Baldwin,

Hoping that the Lord will continue to bless and keep you all through this most difficult. Sis. Irene was a good person also keeping us stars on our toes :), telling us, you can learn your parts. We will certainly miss her smiling face and the talks she had with all of us. God Bless you All Family

Sis. Marilyn Johns

Condolences to our family. May God strengthen and comfort the entire family. Rest in peace cuz. Jean Burt Mangum

To the Baldwin Family:

I send my prayers and concerns to you as you journey through this valley experience.

Mrs. Baldwin was a seasoned teacher on the 6th grade hall at Coats-Erwin Middle School. I was a newly assigned teacher on the 7th grade hall. Even though we were on different halls and teaching different subjects, our common thread was the success of our students. She assisted me in many ways especially in dealing with her former students who were my current students.

May the God of peace give you strength as you reflect, reminisce, and rejoice over her life and ministry.

Pastor Kenneth Swann Cameron Grove AME Zion Church, Broadway NC

Ms. Baldwin was my 6th grade math teacher at Coats Middle. She was truly larger than life and I still talk about her to this day. She had such an amazing impact on all of her students.

Ms. Baldwin was a wonderful and great woman. I had the honor of working alongside with her at Coats Erwin Middle School for many years. Our children adored her and we as well. It saddens my heart to hear of her passing. The last time I saw her was at my cousin Tommy funeral. She has always looked the same and she always key the same personality. I pray that God will give her family strength and understanding during this difficult time. She will be missed but never forgotten. I remember one day my daughter got in trouble at school and Ms. Baldwin called me to the school. She said now Star Bailey you can't spank her with that coat hanger I said then you need to step outside. lol she was serious and after that spanking there were no more calls. I loved working with her as her bus driver and she was the best leader that we all had. R. I. P beautiful angel!

Love Star Bailey Lyon, my adult children Stephanie and Stevie "Dee" Bailey we truly love her and we will never forget her!!!

RIHP DT. IRENE BALDWIN

Miss Baldwin was one of my favorite teachers. She was a tough one, but very fair. She could swing that paddle like a Major League Baseball player 😊 I learned so much in her class. I remember seeing Hank Aaron break the home run record while in her class. I thought that was so cool!

I had the privilege of working with her brother, David. He was also a great person. My condolences to all her family and friends. I hope she realizes how important she was to so many people over the years. ❀️

Our condolences to the Baldwin and Spence families in the loss of Irene. Elder Edward Tony Lucas and family

To the family of Ms. Baldwin our prayers and condolences. Ms. Baldwin was our Teacher at Coats Union School to many of my family members. She stood Tall and was very firm with each and everyone of her students because she wanted us to be strong, knowledgeable, and be everything that we could truly be and more. She was a very fair Teacher that always got to the bottom of every situation and always left a smile on your face with some of her most Witty comments and then would tell you to get to class. Take Your Rest Ms. Baldwin πŸ™πŸ½β€οΈπŸ˜‡ Cynthia Walden & Family πŸ™πŸ½πŸ˜‡πŸ™πŸ½β€οΈ

Ms.Baldwin was to me a Suoer Hero. I was one of her bus drivers at CEMS. She was straight forward and firm. She handled every situation that came across her desk with dignity and grace. She helped when we couldn't handled it..Ms.Baldwin will be missed..Rest easy Ms.Baldwin...Yolanda Baileyβ™₯οΈπŸ™πŸ™

Such a sweet and loving person may her soul Rest In Peace Ryleigh and I will miss going over to your house with my mother. Sending love to the Baldwin family- Laquinta Spence-Hardy

She was my 8th grade math teacher. I saw her a few years back at a wedding. We talked and laughed. Take your restπŸŒΉπŸ™πŸ½

Elder Antoinette Mitchell

The hearts she touched, her memory will live forever!

Ms. Baldwin gave me the opportunity to be one of her bus drivers for CEMS. She was very stern but loving. Ms. Baldwin was kind to all the students, staff and especially her bus drivers. She went over and beyond to make sure all her bus drivers had what they needed to have a daily bus route. She also made sure we had snacks to help us through out the day. My condolences to the family. May God give you strength during this difficult time. Alfreda Wynn

I had the opportunity to be one of Ms. Baldwin's bus drivers at CEMS. she was very stern but loving. She cared for all the students and staff especially her bus drivers. She will truly be missed. My condolences to the family, may God give you strength during this difficult time.

She was my middle school teacher at Coats High School and such a wonderful person. I was always looking forward to see her at the end of the halls while we would change classes with her witty personality. She was such a beautiful and classy lady. My prayers are with her entire family. Judy Denton Paul

Miss Baldwin was my 6th grade school teacher and a great teacher she was. I'm sad she is gone but she is in heaven now. Lots of love to the family! Jeff Denning.

I have many wonderful memories of this wonderful lady. She taught me over several years in Coats school. I loved her dearly. Condolences to her family.

Terri McGill Price

Ms. Baldwin was such an amazing educator and full of personality. She is one of those teachers that always stand out in my mind when I think back on my years at Coats Elementary. My deepest sympathy goes to her family and loved one's.

Shelly Stewart Barbour

It is with deep regards that my family extends words of comfort to the Baldwin, Spence and its many branches. For we new her to be a kind, generous and loving individual. May God with his infinite grace be with the family as you mourn. Bidding Gods blessings! The Mckoy's,Geraldine, Linwood, Alvera, Joann, Maynard and Mamie

Ms. Baldwin was my favorite teacher, she profoundly impacted me, leaving an indelible mark on my life that will stay with me. I had to learn some French words to figure out what she was saying to me at times. Nothing but the best memories in her class. She was a great woman that will live forever in my heart and mind.

Oh how my heart ached on yesterday when I was called and told of your passing. I will forever remember you and how you always has words of wisdom to share and also how you tried to whisper in meetings causing us to laugh. When I look at my fez, I'll reflect on memories of you. My heartfelt condolences to your family, friends and associates. Take your rest, GOD knew best ❀️ Roszena Lowe

Our condolences to the Spence and Baldiwin family. Wilma and James Hunter.

Greater New Sweet Springs Church Pastor Jessie Mims send our sincere condolences to the family.

We, the officers and members of First Baptist Church of Fuquay-Varina, NC, send our condolences to the Baldwin family. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time of loss. Our prayers will continue to be with you today and in the days ahead. Reverend Dr. Reginald U. Lowery and First Baptist Church Family

Thoughts and prayers πŸ™πŸΎπŸŒΉ Gloria B Jones

To the Baldwin family, we were saddened to hear that Irene left us but it's also good to know that she is no longer dealing with the pains of this world. She is now singing in the Heavenly choir along side of her mother, Mother Mazzie and has joined her other siblings and her earthly father Mr Cle Baldwin. Most of all she is now in the presence of the Lord our Savior.She will be missed her but we know that she is in a good place now.. We know your hearts are heavy but just know that weeping may endure for the night but joy still comes in the morning.

The Wright Family Fuquay Varina

SBecoat

I failed to put my name on the previous post.....rest in peace Sis. Baldwin about her leadership and friendship.

PWM Valerie Jordan-Perry

There are so many wonderful memories I have of Sister Baldwin. She was a great leader and a beloved friend. She was an active participant in the success of my wedding. She hand wrote all of the addresses on the invitations envelopes. A friend indeed whom you could count on in the time of need. May she rest in peace and all of Sis. Baldwin's family be comforted.

The family of Elijah Williams and Margie Spence Williams offer condolences to the Baldwin and Spences. We are second cousins to Irene Baldwin. Our families visited often as we grew up. We played often under our grandfather's China Berry tree. We sang songs like "London Bridge is Falling Down", and "Ring Around the Roses". We held mock spelling contests. And, we honed our skills on the Alphabets before we started first grade. Catherine even taught in the same school with Irene. Irene and Dorothy were two of the people who started the Education Department at Bazzel Creek. So many memories of Irene! A life well lived! Catherine W. Jeffries, Dorothy W. McKinnie, Joan W. Goodson, Shirley W. McClain, Magdalene W. Battle, Jane W. Bullock, Jimmy Williams, Stanley Lawrence Williams

Our condolences to the Baldwin and Spence families. We pray that God's peace and comfort sustain you during this difficult time. Irene was a beautiful soul and will be missed.

The Laster, Burt, and Burt-Peebles Families

Prayers for the Baldwin & Spence Families. We know that you & we will miss this beautiful soul named Irene Baldwin. We pray for your strength & comfort. May we be comforted by ...(Excerpt).."Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning." Psalm 30:5 KJV

Juanita Bright (A Fraternal Sister & Family Friend for Years)

Irene was phornormal woman, she taught me a lot about the Eastern Stars. She will always be remembered for her dedication and commitment to the Order. Condolences to her family. PM Inez Stephenson.

Prayers for the Baldwin and Spence Families. We know that you will miss the beautiful soul known as Irene Baldwin. We pray for your strength and comfort.

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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