Enloe Mortuary | Shelby, NC

Obituary For Novella Sinkler

Mrs. Novella Hunt Sinkler, 93, of Shelby, NC entered eternal rest peacefully on Friday, January 7, 2022 at Peak Resources in Cherryville, NC. She was born on March 31, 1928 in Grover, NC to the late Willie M. Hunt.

Novella attended Camp High School and in her earlier years she said she had lived in 9 different houses. One day while walking on Carolina Avenue, she was approached by Manning “Stick” Sinkler and he asked her “Do you like chicken”. She replied “Yes.” He stuck his elbow out and said “Grab this wing.” They were married on July 21, 1946 and remained married for 74 years until his death on December 17, 2020.

Novella attended cosmetology school in Gastonia, NC and became a licensed beautician in 1962; a pioneer in the art of cosmetology in Shelby, NC. Novella was a devoted and faithful member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Shelby. She established the Young Adult Choir and loved every member over the many years. She will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Manning “Stick” Sinkler; her daughter, Mrs. Selena Grace Sinkler Rodgers and two sons, Manning “Stick” Sinkler, Jr. and Darrell Akers Sinkler.

Novella leaves to cherish fond memories to her son, Dennis Chico Sinkler (special friend, Angie Surratt); a sister, Claudette Williams; three granddaughters, Denise Kee of Austin, TX, Damara Nicole Sinkler of Charlotte, NC and Danielle L. Griffin (Adam) of Henderson, NV; six great-grandchildren, Taivion Taylor, Amias Griffin, Kaela Johnson, Miles Griffin, Eliana Griffin and Kyan Johnson and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A special thanks to her Goddaughters, Mrs. Mary Sue Degree and Mrs. Ella Fullenwider and best friend, Mrs. Leedesia Brooks.

The funeral service for Mrs. Sinkler is private. There will be a viewing from 8:30 AM until 10:30 AM on Monday, January 24, 2022 at S. T. Enloe Memorial Chapel. The service will be livestreamed starting at 12:45 PM from the Facebook page of Enloe Mortuary. Burial will take place for Mrs. Sinkler at Webb Memorial Lawns.

Guest Book

To Sinkler Family my sympathies to you all she was a lovely lady who will be missed truly

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To the Sinkler Family, So Sorry for your Loss of your Mom, Dennis.Praying for you and your Family.Sylvia Jones and Petty Family.

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To Dennis and family, my heartfelt condolences. May God grant you comfort,strength, and peace. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. (Ps.116:15) Raymond Mitchem

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The Elmore family always considered Ms Sinkler and family to be so special to us. We loved and cherished our friendship over the years and she will forever remain close in our hearts. May God Bless, Comfort and give you all Peace in the days to come without you loved one. Love, Lewis, Stephany & Marshall

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Mrs. Sinkler will be truly missed. She was such a blessing to everyone she came in contact with. I can remember when I was 14 or 15 yes old. Mrs. Sinkler used to pick me up weekly and take me to choir rehearsal. Rest on Angel

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I offer my condolences to the family. Your mom was a jewel, always had a kind word. Her beautiful smile made everything feel so inviting. And her love that she had for her husband and children was unconditional. She will be missed, but never forgotten. Love Tina Sydnor

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Sending Condolences to the entire Sinkler Family, May the Love and Peace of GOD Be with you all. Doris McKissick

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To Dennis and family Sending my love and prayers for peace, comfort and strength to you and family during this difficult time. Your Mom was such a sweet,Christian lady. Hold on to all her beautiful memories.

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My sister, Ramona R McDaniel & I were very sorry to learn of the death of Novella. We want to express our sympathy to the family, and you are in our prayers. I fondly remember Novella when I was a child and she lived on the Knott in Shelby. She was a very pretty young lady who had a smile for everyone. Spurgeon Roberts, Denver Co.

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Mrs.Sinkler was a beautiful lady inside and out.My prayergoes out to you Dennis she will truly be missed RIP Mrs.Sinkler love you

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Dennis we share in your grief and extend our deepest sympathies. Grandma Sinkler's beautiful presence will be missed. Her warm and caring nature filled us with so much love, and her kindness and generosity of spirit touched those who knew her. It is this warm spirit and memories that will live on in us forever. May God embrace each of you with peace and comfort. —George, Velma, Kim and Chris

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Sending my condolences and prayers to the family. Terry Gregory !!!

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To the Sinkler Family, Dennis I'm so Sorry for your Loss.Still Praying 🙏🙏🙏 for you.Luv.

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Mrs.Novella was the best beautician I have ever known.Mrs.Novella always met you with a kind smile no matter on the job are off and she was kind to all because I just love to go to her shop whether getting hair done are not.RIP

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We must now embrace all our collective memories of good times, laughter, and love so easily shared by our family, and especially our sweet Nouvella. Her warm smile and soft laughter could always light up the room! Much love to Dennis and the rest of the family as I pray for your continued health and strength. ♥️🙏🏿♥️ Billie Faye Wilson Moss

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My thoughts and prayers to you Dennis and your family. May the Lord give each of you comfort and peace. May you have much joy from all the sweet memories. Kim Morrow Pasadena CA

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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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