Boyd's Funeral Service | Warrenton, NC
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Obituary For Loretta Alston
Like a shadow in the moonlight Like the whisper of the seas Like the echoes of a melody Just beyond our reach In the shadow of our sorrow Past the whisper of goodbye Love shines through eternity A heartbeat from our eye
Mrs. Loretta Alston, age 51, of Warren County, North Carolina departed this life Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday, January 17, 2020 at 2:00 PM at New Life Church in Henderson, North Carolina. (250 Red Oak Road in Henderson, North Carolina)
The body will be on view Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Boyd & Royster Funeral Services in Warrenton, NC from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Loretta leaves to cherish her loving memories, her son, Ezekiel Williams of Durham, NC; mother, Mary Alston of Warrenton, NC; sister, Towanna Alston of High Point, NC; family in love; Thomas (Rhonda) Williams of Durham, NC and a special aunt, Diane (Don) Cherry of Durham, NC and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
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Guest Book
Loretta, (Retta) my dearest and oldest friend. Best friends are sisters we choose. Sisters not by blood but by the heart. Nothing will ever take the moments or the memories we shared away. The Loretta that I will remember was selfless and full of laughter. Lord, thank you, for placing her in our lives. She will be truly missed but never forgotten. Ezekiel, Towanna, Mama Mary know that I will always be here for you. Lord, I prayed for her healing and now I know in my heart she has been restored, no more pain or suffering. Sleep on rest in peace my sista for we will meet again. Thank you for being my sister friend. Love always and forever Cynthia Alston
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We pray the many memories will comfort you during this hour. Charles Talley
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Loretta you will be truly missed but never forgotten. I will never forget how Loretta saved a student from drowning in Greensboro College pool. Loretta and one of our friends were walked over to the gym and we were looking for additional friends. Shortly after arriving in the gym, there was a girl screaming in the middle of the pool because she was drowning. I didn’t know how to swim and me along with another friend was looking for items to throw into the pool in order to help her. Loretta dived into the pool with all her clothes on and saved her life. After Loretta saved her life, she showed us the scars and bruises she received from the girl that was fighting her while she was trying to save her from drowning. From this act alone, Loretta taught me how to be courageous. And, she taught me that you must be willing to take the bruises, fight and scars that goes along with saving someone. A pure Biblical demonstration of how many are called but few are chosen. Rest on my sister friend as we will rejoice knowing you’re among the Angels looking over everyone. And to the family, I send my deepest heart felt sympathies to you. Please know you are definitely in my prayers. – Loretta’s friend from Greensboro College Gazelle Williams
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Loretta you will be deeply missed. Your laughter always filled the room. I know you had the best of friends and family who stood by you and cared for you. My prayers go to them and your son. Kendra and Carolyn Adams.
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Loretta I will forever remember all of the laughter we shared, the summers we spent together, the holidays and tears. Our last conversation where you told me what I meant to you. I promise you, I will go all the way and not break my promise, my cousin my crazy "Retta". Love your cousin Stephanie. If heaven has internet, you are reading how much I love you.
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Loretta I will forever remember all of the laughter we shared, the summers we spent together, the holidays and tears. Our last conversation where you told me what I meant to you. I promise you, I will go all the way and not break my promise, my cousin my crazy "Retta". Love your cousin Stephanie. If heaven has internet, you are reading how much I love you.
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Ms Devine, Ms. Devine you are a true Queen. You will be truly missed but you will not be forgotten. As I look over to my make-up bag I will think of you. I Thank you for all that you taught me/encouraged me while at RHG. Be blessed my friend sleep easy until we meet again. Juana Smith and Byron Brown
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Our prayers are with the Alston Family. Tamara Alston Higgs,Travis n Charity
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Sending prayers for peace to your mom ,son and entire family. Tori Hargrove
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I was saddened to hear of the passing of my college classmate and friend. We shared a lot of laughs during our tenure at Greensboro College. I hadn't seen or talked to Loretta in years but often thought about her. My prayers and thoughts are with her family and friends during this time and the days to come. From your college friend Gwen Pollock. May you RIP.
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Loretta I know that you are at rest with God and His Angel. My heart goes out to your Mom Mary, Zeke and to all your family. You were a dear and sweet person and I will truly miss your laughter and smile. Rest Well my Sister! Love Sabrina Coleman Christmas and Family
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From your roommate Alicia Jefferson Frasier. Loretta Alston you will truly be missed. You were a beautiful person inside and out. You were the best roommate I had during our college days at Greensboro College in NC. I will never forget the generosity you displayed when you would offer me to come to your home town and spend time with your family on some weekends because I was so far away from my home and family in NJ. You were so full of life and laughter. Giving my deepest condolences to the family my thoughts and prays are with you
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Loretta Alston you will truly be missed. You were a beautiful person inside and out. You were the best roommate I had during our college days at Greensboro College in NC. I will never forget the generosity you displayed when you would offer me to come to your home town and spend time with your family on some weekends because I was so far away from my home and family in NJ. You were so full of life and laughter. Giving my deepest condolences to the family my thoughts and prays are with you.
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Ms. Loretta and family will always have a special place in our hearts through my mother Ms. Johnson who together with Ms. Loretta build a larger extended family for us. Rest In Peace and peace be with those left behind.
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Such a beautiful person inside and out and you will truly be missed. I send my condolences and prayers to your son and family. Rest in eternal peace Loretta ❤ Nichole Caines
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WE will keep the family in our prayers.Tamara Alston Higgs n Family E
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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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