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Obituary For Mr. Winston Vernon Wellington

Mr. Winston Vernon Wellington “Papa” 75, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on July 1, 2020 in Greensboro, NC after a short stay at Moses Cone Hospital. He was born December 29, 1944 in Lucky Valley, St. Catherine Jamaica to the late Herman Wellington and Maudeline A. Johnson. He was also preceded in death by two sisters. He was from a large family, so from an early age he always assumed the role of caregiver to his younger siblings.

He migrated to the United States of America on February 1973 to work in the Furniture Industry. After many years of working in furniture he started his own cleaning business while still working a fulltime job. He finally retired from Guilford County Schools in 2015 and ended the cleaning business in 2017. Since then he’s been enjoying retirement at home.

He was a devoted Christian and a faithful member of Greater New Hope Baptist Church.

Left behind to cherish his memory are Delrose, his wife of 46 years; daughter, Nadine; grandson, Shannon; extended family, Kay, Kevin and Noel along with sister, Laurel; brothers, Carlton, Bradford, Fitzroy, Albert, Wilbert, Devon, Barrington and Desmond; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A private funeral service will be held Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Greater New Hope Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Piedmont Memorial Gardens. Mr. Wellington may be viewed on Friday, July 10, 2020 at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Guest Book

Uncle Winston was a very admirable and loving man. He impacted my life as a young child, I remember when he usually wakes up in the morning to test his sugar levels but on one particular morning he asked me to help him and that was the day I said I wanted to become a nurse. As I grew that desire faded but Papa was always a factor in my life. I didn't get to visit often as I live in another country but it was always a pleasure to see him. He had the best smile and the best hugs. Even though he didn't remember me the last time he saw me. He still greeted me with hugs and kisses. I knew he remembered me somehow. Uncle Winston, I will miss you. I'll miss your smile, hugs and snores lol. Rest In Peace papa! Love you lots.

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On behalf of the Rouse Family, we send our condolences and love to you all! You will forever be in our prayers! Catrina, Kingston, Martha, Johnny Sr, Johnny III, and Marie

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Winston you are going to be missed dearly. I remember when I came to you. I was 9 moths pregnant with Anika and you cook me some real Jamaican yam and steamed fish with okra, and you sister Dell, Neil , Kiven, and Maxine took care of me. That is one thing l will never forget. I know you are tired, but God call you home where there is no pain, no sorrow, no crying, but peaceful rest. You will always be in our hearts love you and God blessings - The Marks Family

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Very saddened to hear of the passing of our wonderful friend, Winston. We never met a more friendly, caring and kind hearted man. He was forever thinking about and helping others while forsaking himself. We will remember him always. He is with his God now. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loving family. Cecil & Sandra Ryman

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A good heart has stopped beating, but a heart that has touched so many lives can't help but live on in those it loved. Rest In Peace Winston (Bro Ren) you will be missed. Albert and family

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To The Wellington Family, we are so very sorry to hear the passing of Dear Mr.Winston. Such a Sweet and Caring Family ( Mr. Winston, Mrs Rose, Kevin and all Family Members ). May God comfort and give you strength during this very difficult time, please know you will always be in our prayers and thoughts. God Bless Always. We Love Yall, Beverly Hayes and The Harriss & Covington Family / HPNC

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Janice Allen

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Mr. Wellington a great friend a true man of God He was dedicated to the word of God, his wife, job and friends.He was there always when you needed him

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Old School was a brother in Christ, a worthy Guilford County Schools employeee. Mr. Mac

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To the family, my prayers are always with you. I am so sorry for your loss but know that God's grace is sufficient and will sustain you. I will forever miss my friend and brother. love you family Anne White

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God Saw You God saw you getting tired, When a cure was not to be. So He wrapped his arms around you, and whispered, "Come to me". You didn't deserve what you went through, So He gave you rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best And when I saw you sleeping, So peaceful and free from pain I could not wish you back To suffer that again. Rest In Peace Papa You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. Love Kevin

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Papa I am writing you this letter to you up above, to tell you how much I miss you with all my heart and love. I do not know why you had to go, it just wasn't fair, I am left with this sorrow, sometimes too much to despair. It is hard to not touch you, it is hard to not see you. I hear you whisper inside my thoughts, I feel you around me, I know you live on through all the lives you have touched. I know someday I will see you again, in my heart I will hold you close and keep you safe until then. Always remembered and loved Kay Young

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Papa. You will be missed. Will always remember your hey baby when I said hello. Take your rest. You are safe in his arms now. Love, Anita Neil

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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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