Trice Funeral Home, Inc. | Fuquay-Varina, NC

Obituary For Faydean U. Robinson

Faydean Utley Robinson was the fourth child born to Clinton and Hoyie Winston Utley on December 10, 1950 in Fuquay, NC.

Faydean’s childhood was happy, free and adventurous as she, along with her many cousins, enjoyed playing outdoors and creating lasting memories. After moving from Fuquay to the city, she met the love her life, Charles Robinson, also known as “Hammer,” at J.W. Ligon High School. Nobody could pronounce “Hammer” quite like Faydean! Married May 15, 1971, Faydean and Charles became one heart, one hand, and one love. To this union they had two beautiful daughters, Elestine (Tina) and Shaunda. Faydean was a devoted mother, doting Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She also had a lasting attachment to her fur babies, Matt and Tazz. Not only was her home immaculate but she made it warm and inviting to everyone and she kept her pantry and refrigerator stocked for her Grands. Faydean was an amazing southern cook of foods and desserts and was always prepared with something to feed friends and family.

Upon graduation from college, she began her professional career at Dillon Supply. Later her professional work included a number of progressive positions at the Department of Public Instruction and the NC General Assembly. She retired first, as Governor Easley’s personal scheduler and ended her professional career at the State Bureau of Investigation. Among many awards and mentions, Faydean received the North Carolina Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award from Governor Michael Easley.

Faydean enjoyed fellowshipping with family and friends in her spare time. She especially enjoyed dancing, good music and great food. She was an active member of the Fuquay Consolidated and Ligon High School Alumni Associations. She was a disciple of Poplar Springs Christian Church, where she was a dedicated member of the Senior Ministry and was celebrated in 2014 as “Ms. Poplar Springs.” Her faith was nurtured at home and church. Exemplary of her faith, she was a steadfast confidant to her sisters, faithful friends to many and dedicated matriarch of her family.

Faydean was preceded in death by her parents and her stepfather, Ralph Johnson, sister Cletta Joyce and brother, Walter Clement.

She will be forever cherished by her husband, Charles B. Robinson, daughters Elestine “Tina” Robinson Mitchener and Dr. Shaunda Robinson Cooper; son-in-Law Larry Mitchener; granddaughters Dwanique W. Tann (Carmel Tann) and Tinae Williams; great-grandchildren Heavenly, Meioni, and Courtlen Charles; sisters Hoyie U. Baker and husband Lattie Baker, Jr. and Shelia Johnson and lifelong companion Chris Leach; brother-in-law Jimmie Robinson and wife Anga; 9 nieces and nephews, 11 great nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends.

Visitation 2:00 - 5:00 pm Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay - Varina, NC 27526

Funeral will be held 12:00 pm Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at Poplar Springs Christian Church, 6115 Old Stage Road in Raleigh, NC 27603.

Burial: Church Cemetery

Guest Book

Love and Miss you Granny. I know you are looking down on us . - Dee

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We love you GG ! Happy Birthday. From Heavenly , Meioni and Courtlen . We miss you .

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Happy Heavenly Birthday to the best grandma ever . You are missed more than you will ever know . You made me the woman I am today. "Give anything to hear half your breath " we love you grandma. Long live Faydean Big Steppa .

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Ma, you were my best friend and confidant. Life is not the same without you but I know you are resting in peace. Happy Heavenly Birthday! Love you ❤️

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Mama, Losing you still doesn't seem real. I love you and miss you. I hope you are smiling in heaven. Happy Birthday Queen🎉🎉

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Happy birthday sweet heart miss you so much. love you for ever. Hammer

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To my everything and my constant friend, I want to wish you a heavenly 72nd birthday, December 10, 1950. I love you ma and it will not be the same without you, Tina.

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Happy Birthday My Dear Cousin and Beloved Friend. Miss You. December 10, 2022

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Remembering a dear sweet lady. Sending love and condolences to Mr. Robinson, Tina and family. ~ Nikki Walker Lyons

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Rest In Peace another beautiful friend gone to soon

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To the Robinson and Utley Families: It is with heartfelt sympathy and prayers that we express sincere words of condolences to your families during this hour of bereavement. Treasure the fond memories that were created and always remember that Our Heavenly Father is with you. The Word of God promises that He will never leave nor forsake us. He will carry you through. God bless each of you.

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Beautiful homecoming! Heaven has gained a queen with her crown.

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It is during times, such as these, when words seem so inadequate. However, on behalf of the Winston family, I would like to express

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My sincere condolences to the Robinson family. You will be highly missed! Peguy Matuvanga

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Faydean was such a beautiful uplifting kind woman oh God that always lite-up the space that she occupied. Nevertheless, she has left a beautiful family that will continue to shine just as bright. We love you🌷

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My condolences to the Robinson Family. We are praying for strength and comfort during this difficult time. Levon and Ann C. Holiday

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Cliff and Patrice Rogers Baker

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PSCC Usher Ministry

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Sincere prayers and condolences to the family. May God Bless you. Bobby Bost

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Sorry to hear of the loss of Faydean. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Darnell and Peggie Bailey.

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My deepest sympathy to her family. I was blessed to have worked with her at the NC State Bureau of Investigation. To know her was to love her. She quickly became my friend and I am blessed to have known her. She loved her family and friends beyond measure. I pray that God will comfort you all as you go through these difficult days. Connie Grantham

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My husband and I were privileged to live next to Faydean and Hammond for several years. She was an absolutely wonderful person who had a bright smile and kind word for everyone she saw. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time. James and Bethany Crosby

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Heartfelt condolences and prayers to the Robinson, Utley and Baker families on the loss of Mrs. Faydean. She was truly one of the sweetest people I've met and always had a bright smile on her face. She will truly be missed. May God provide comfort and strength during this difficult time. With Love, Lasharronda Chalmers Harris

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Barbara Diane McNeill, Class of 1969 sends best wishes and prayers to the family.

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Shonda, Our deepest condolences on the transition of your mother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Greg & Mildred Brown

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I miss my dear frinnd

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I will truly miss you. Charles and the your daughters, grandchildren, your extended family. We have share so much togather over these many years. Every moment we spent talking. The battle with health was not yours, but the Lord. I knonw He will take care of us. We are thankful for what He has already done. When our birthdays come next month, I will be thniking about you Miss you so much. RIP Your friend, Nan Staggers

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Words can not express how I feel today. Faydean was a great friend. We shared many long conversations, activities with our families, including family reunions, outdoor BBQ The loss does hurt;however when I think about the goodness of Jesus and all that He has done for us, I am over joyed just realizing, how belessed we are to have had you these many years. We were born seven days apart. I will miss you so uch. I pray that God stengthen your family during these difficulet days ahead. I am here for your daughters, grandchildrens and Charles as I have always been.

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To Shaunda and the Robinson Family: I am blessed to have been in the presence of Mrs. Robinson. She was the epitome of greatness and was such a graceful person. Her smile was warm and infectious presenting positivity to all. She will be missed tremendously. May God continue to bless you and your family throughout this difficult time. My prayers are with you. J. Twitty

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My most sincere condolences to Faydean's family.I was blessed to meet her in 2001 while working with NC General Assembly.We you immediately connected and have remained friends since. Faydean had a wonderful personality and always glowed. She had a presence in the room wherever she went. Hammer, my heart breaks for you. Will keep you and your family in my prayers.I consider Faydeanon of my best friends.

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To the Family of Faydean Robinson. My prayers are with you during this time and afterwards. She always put a smile on others face with her smile. Carol Fleming

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My condolences to the family for your loss. Faydean will be truly missed. Myrtle Holloway

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Condolences to the Family of Faydean Robinson. She was a beautiful person and her smile always put a smile on others face. Rest In Peace...You will be missed.

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My Condolences and Prayers go out to the entire family and friends.........So sorry for your loss...... Camilla A.Twitty from Warrior,Alabama

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I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Faydean. I worked with her at the Department of Public Instruction and in Governor Easley's office. To her family may the sweet memories you shared with her bring you comfort. Gloria Byrd

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Condolences and prayers to the Robinson Family from Johnnie R Arrington and family.

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Condolences to the families of Charles and Fayedean.

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Sending our sincerest condolences to Charles,Tina,Shaunda and family. We are sorry for your loss. Faydean was a beautiful person. You're in our prayers. Stanley and Gwen Partin

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To the family... she was an Angel given to us on borrowed time. Without her love mom and dad would have never met and my siblings and I wouldn't be here. She was always checking on mom even if it meant sending Tina to the house. Hammer would go check on dad in the rehabilitation facility and he told my sister how much those visit meant to him before his passing. From the Yon family, we Love you all.

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Faydeen was one of God's shining stars in our church family at Popular Springs Christian Church. We are praying for everyone. Roger and Thora Mickens

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Faydean had a presence at the state Capitol that made it a pleasure to come to work each morning. She would greet me with a smile, a hug, and those wonderful family pictures she treasured. What a sweet and kind person she was. And what a positive impact she had on the life of so many that she greeted. I will miss her and I am grateful to have known her. Governor Mike Easley

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My you Life continue through the Spiritual Universe protected my the Most High Creator

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Charles and family, my prayers and thought are with all of you. Loria Johnson

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To the Utley, Robinson and Baker families, the Drayton and Sykes families send their heartfelt love and offer sincerest condolences to our first cousin's family. We love you all and are still in disbelief that our cousin Sister Faydean is gone. She will surely be missed. We pray that God's love and comfort will rest, rule and abide with you all. Rest in peace dear cousin. We loved you but God loved you more. Sisterly and with much love, Cousins Mary Gladys Drayton Sykes and Walter Wallace Drayton and families.

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Rest In Peace my classmate. You will be truly missed. Sequenta Singletary

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Rest In Peace my classmate. You will truly missed. Sequenta Singletary

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Rest In Peace my classmate. You will be missed.

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Condolences to Charles and the Robinson and Baker family. You will continue to be in our prayers. Dennis & Carol Davis

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Condolences to the family our prayers are with you. Jimmie, Ruth, Curt, Wilma, Jazmine and Jayana Hooker.

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May your hearts and souls find peace and comfort during this time of bereavement. May God be with you to strengthen you and heal your sorrow. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for the loss of Faydean. We will miss her presence at church. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Eunice Winston Jr. & Family

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Cousin Fayedean you really will be missed. All your hugs, smiles, and always words of encouragement after church services that you gave me. May God keep the family at peace during the time of mourning. Melissa Winston Brown

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May your memories of her sustain Faydean's beloved family. Rest in eternal peace. Claire Jenkins Porter

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My sincere condolences and prayers to Charles and Faydean's entire family Barbara RowlandWilliams

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With deepest sympathy of the passing of cousin Faydean. We will forever have memories of her loving smile and her bubblie personality. May God surround the family with comfort and peace to give them the strength needed during this very difficult time. Falton & Varetta Judd

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Our deepest sympathy to the family of such a lovely and personable lady. Grova and Rhonda Bridgers

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Faydean's smile could light any room! I pray for her family's consolation during this difficult time. Joyce Russell

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Faydean was always wearing a smile, friendly with a sweet loving personality. My prayers and sympathy goes out to the family. Heaven has gained another Angel. Rochelle W. Reed

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Condolences to the Utley and Robinson family.. Faydene was an awesome friend, neighbor, and high school classmate (class of 1969).. I really missed you all when you moved but knew you were only a phone call away.. your smile, encouraging words and faith will never be forgotten.. we love all of you.. always a lady..❤️❤️ Gwendolyn Alston Bobbitt, Chasity. Sydney and Seth🙏🏿🙏🏿

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My deepest condolences to the Robinson Family. Ms. Faydean was a beautiful person who touched you as soon as you saw her smile. She was always happy and knew what to say to cheer you up. She was my church buddy who never set far from me and my family. Ms. Faydean will be truly missed but heaven is getting another angel RIP. James and Jackie Baldwin.

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I am sorry for the loss of my Cousin Faydean Utley Robinson. To the Utley and Robinson Family, you have my deepest sympathy. Praying for the family 🙏❤️. Mamie Mangum Chalmers

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To know Faydean was to LOVE her! Proberbs 17:17 "Friends love at all times" is absolutely fitting. She was a woman of God whose witness was unconditional with every step she made in life. She was a ✨Champion of Life! ✨ She was the Queen Bee when she was with The State Dept of Public Education! Her presence was a gift of internal light and new hope. She lived a mighty purposeful life, ALWAYS willing to go over and beyond reflecting strong integrity and work ethics (and always groomed and dressed to the nines)! I will always love and cherish my Faydean heart strings! Now a humble Angel among us. Heaven is now brighter! 🌟 😇🌟🕊 ~Connie Joyner, NCDPI

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To know Faydean was to LOVE her! Proberbs 17:17 "Friends love at all times" is absolutely fitting. She was a woman of God whose witness was unconditional with every step she made in life. She was a Champion of Life! ✨ She was the Queen Bee when she was with The State Dept of Public Education! Her presence was a gift of internal light and new hope. She lived a mighty purposeful life, ALWAYS willing to go over and beyond! I will always love and cherish Faydean! Now a humble Angel among us!🌟 😇🌟🕊

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Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to the family during this difficult time. May God provide His comfort and peace. —Kim Robinson Hopkins

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Heartfelt condolences to Faydean's family. She brought sunshine every single day. Dedicated to public service, she shared her sparkling personality with every person who contacted the Office of the Governor and the other agencies with which she worked throughout her long career. You could not speak to Faydean without being uplifted!

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With Heartfelt Sympathy May the Lord comfort the family and give them peace. Dorothy Binns

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Condolences to the family... Darlene Norris-Bowden

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We were so sorry to hear about the passing of our cousin Faydean. Please know that our prayers are with the family. With caring Sympathy. The Eunice Winston Family, Mattie, James, Billy, Lawrence, Thomas, Varetta & Debra

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Praying for God's Peace and Strength during this most difficult time..Cuzzin Faydean had a smile that would light up the room!! Love Ya'll

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The Deacons of Poplar Springs want to send prayers and blessings of comfort to the families of Faydeen. She will be missed greatly.

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To Hoyie and other family members. We will all miss faydeen. Growing up together was always fun spending nights at you all's home. Those were some fun times that we're never have again until we get to heaven where we're going to join our other family and friends. Till we meet again. With love your cousin Mary Ellen.

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A bright light has left our circle for now. Your J. W. Ligon 1969 classmates.

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To Faydean beautiful family,I am sending, my Condolences, Love & Prayers to each of you.I know she would be miss by you all but just know she will also be missed by me. Besides her kindness, her smile was like no other,always beautiful and warm. May God Bless and comfort you at this time of your precious loss🙏🌹🙏

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My thoughts and prayers are with Faydean's family members. Her presence will be greatly missed from the Annie Bell Davis' Fellowship Ministry at Poplar Springs Christian Church. I am thinking of each of you in this time of sorrow and asking God to surround you with His perfect peace and love. Sincerely, Mildred Evans Keith

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I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in prayer. Sarra Bridgers Sweeney

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Sending condolences to Robinson and Utley family. Joy comes in the morning . Ralph and Brenda Joyner

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During this time of bereavement, our prayers is to uplift this family that they will understand God's love and mercy over them as they grieve this beautiful lady. Praying that the family will take their grief and turn it into strength. Lean into God's arms and allow him to carry you during your time of sorrow.

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Our sincere condolences to the Robinson Family. William and Meta Harris

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To the Robinson ,Utley and Baker family-I extend sympathy during your time of grief. May you find comfort knowing that others care. Hoyie, your sister was a beautiful lady and will never be forgotten- God will see you through this, just Trust Him -Your classmate and Zeta Sister - Jessie Dewar

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Tina and the Robinson family you all are in my prayers.I send my condolences and love, I pray that God will hold you all in his loving arms, comfort you all with his warm felt 💜❤️ love Carolyn Blaylock

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My Heart is so heavy with the passing of Ma Faydean what a sweet passionate person. Always had a smile, kind words and lots of wisdom. I'm truly going to miss her and our little talks and hugs which would make it all better. Family stay strong take good care of dad he's going to need you'll. Praying that God gives you Peace and Comfort Ronald & Robin Jenkins

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I'm numb and my heart is heavy. Faydean a wonderful cousin will truly be missed. Family I pray that God keep His loving arms around us, bring us peace and comfort at this very difficult time.

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Tony & Ella Mebane We are sad to hear of the passing of Faydean. She was a beautiful person. I will remember her beautiful smile and encouraging words Keep Up The Good Work! Family God Bless! ❤️🙏🏽

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Faydean will be missed. The loss of a loved one is never easy. Likewise the challenges the family have already faced have been difficult also. It will take time to adjust and lots of loving care to heal. We are here to offer any help you may need. GOD will walk with the family. Just call on him. Glenn, Otis, and Elaine Freeman

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Prayers for God's comfort and His peace (that passes all understanding) during this difficult time Love, Panya

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God is your ever present help. Dr. Alice J. Garrett Dr. Chaunte Garrett

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Sending prayers and condolences to the Utley/Robinson family. Rest in peace. Everine Whitaker

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Condolences to the Robinson family James & Shirley Leach

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Prayers and condolence. Very special smile always. RIHP Evangelist Fannie Byrd

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RIHP. Very precious person. Always so happy. My prayers and condolences to the family.

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I forgot to add my name, Nicol Mitchell-Richardson

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I had the pleasure of working with Faydean at DPI. She was a beautiful, comical coworker who supplied me with some wisdom. To the Robinson Family, I am so very sorry for your loss, and may God be with you at this time.

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For the husband, children, sister (Hoyie) and extended family with its many branches my family and I were deeply saddened to hear of your loved one Faydean's passing Faydean was one that processed a beautiful smile, comical laughter, gracious personality with a warm and gentle heart. It is my prayer that God continue to bestow upon each of you his love, grace and mercy. Rest on my friend in the arms of your Savior,Jesus the Christ.Mamie Mckoy Richardson

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I call Mrs. Faydean my Work Mom. She trained me at my current job and we became very close, talked about everything and had a lot of laughter. I will truly miss calling her to catch up on things going on in our lives and etc. Sending my love and condolences to Mr. Charles, Tina, Shaunda, grands, great-grands and all her loved ones. She will truly be missed. May the Lord comfort and keep you all. Yolanda Taylor-Adams

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I am heartbroken. Faydean was such a kind and sweet soul and her smile really lit up a room. I always enjoyed catching up with her at the J.W. Ligon class of '69 reunions. She will be missed. My deepest condolences to Charles and the rest of the family. Millie Dunn Rogers

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I am heartbroken. Faydean was such a kind and sweet soul and her smile really lit up a room. I always enjoyed catching up with her at the J.W. Ligon class of '69 reunions. She will be missed. My deepest condolences to Charles and the rest of the family.

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Condolences to the family, may God comfort you in the loss of your loved one. Praying for the family🙏🙏. Jean Burt Mangum

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Condolences to the family, may God comfort your heart during this time of your loss of your dear love one.

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To the Robinson Family, Keeping you in prayer during the loss of Faydean. Frances Forte Hinton

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Sincere condolences to the family. Mrs.Faydean was truly a beautiful soul. We honor God for her life.

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Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to the family during this tough time. Please accept my deepest condolences. Renee Myatt

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Hammer and family. My heart is heavy with the passing of Faydean. Oh ..such a delightful and lovely person both inside and outside. The United Classes of 1969 and especially the RB Harrison 1969 will surely miss her beauty, her smile, her laugh and her positive attitude. Such fun on all our trips..put the music on and she was on the floor..cane/pain and living it up.We are here for you just call. Deborah Atkinson..Charlotte,NC

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My deepest condolences to the Robinson Family.

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So sorry for your loss. Deepest Sympathy. Milton ,Josephine Bailey and Family

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My heart is so heavy right now. Aunt Faydean was such a beautiful and sweet person. No matter how long it would be that we would see her, it was just like picking up from where we left off at. She was always on point with her style and always had a smile that would light up the whole room. Her and uncle Hammer was a true example of "God filled black love"! I'm so glad the last time I saw you was at Aunt Boot's birthday celebration and we had a ball.....laughing, dancing and just having a good time. You will truly be missed but where you're going there is no more pain or tears. To Uncle Hamnmer, Tina and Shauna....on behalf of the Thomas family we are sending our deepest condolences and prayers for strength. We are just a phone call away ❤❤❤ - Dianne, Crystal, Chris and Sherrod Thomas

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My heart is so heavy right now. Aunt Faydean was such a beautiful and sweet person. No matter how long it would be that we would see her, it was just like picking up from where we left off at. She was always on point with her style and always had a smile that would light up the whole room. Her and uncle Hammer was a true example of "God filled black love"! I'm so glad the last time I saw you was at Aunt Boot's birthday celebration and we had a ball.....laughing, dancing and just having a good time. You will truly be missed but where you're going there is no more pain or tears. To Uncle Hamnmer, Tina and Shauna....on behalf of the Thomas family we are sending our deepest condolences and prayers for strength. We are just a phone call away ❤❤❤

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RIP my friend....Lynda R. White

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We are so sorry for your loss, sending prayers and love. Al and Pat McCutcheon

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With heartfelt condolences

- To Educate Learn and Lead

What a beautiful lady and loving classmate (J W Ligon class of 1969). Will miss her smile and her positive spirit. Praying God's continued love and comfort to Charles and the family she loved so dearly. RIP, Faydean. You earned your wings! Maxine Miller Smith

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My sincere condolences to the family. Faydean was truly a gem. She will truly be missed. Vanessa Snellings

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Deepest condolences. Shelia Maxwell

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Deepest sympathy Ruby Hodge

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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God's peace and comfort be with you during this difficult time. Ronnie & Gwen Johnson

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May the sweet communion of the Holy Spirit comfort the Robinson family during the time of your grief. Faydean was a wonderful person. Love y'all! The Taylor Family.

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Rev. Kevin V. James

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Words can not express how I feel right now to hear of your passing. My prayers and Condolences goes to Pop Charles and the family. You have touched many lives in this world. Rest in His Presence for your work is done.

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Condolences to the Robinson Family from the Harrison Family of Warrenton,NC

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My condolences to the Robinson family. I prayer for strength and confort during this diffectlt time. Kim Stewart

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I was in total shock when I heard of Fayedean's passing today. Such a beautiful and loving lady. She will be missed. Sending my sincere condolences to the family. R. I. P Marilyn Sanders

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Our heart felt condolences to Robinson's family. Praying God will give comfort and peace. Ralph & Cathy Harris

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May God Grant strength and peace during this difficult time for the family. God bless you.

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We are sending you are deepest sympathy during this time. We wish you nothing but comfort and peace during this time. We love you Sis. Love always, Kiesha, Jay, Kayla and Aniya ❣️❤️❣️

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Condolences to the Robinson Family from the Harris Family of Biltimore Hills

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Cousin Faydean was so sweet and Loving and she made the Best Chicken Salad, My Heart is so Broken, I Will always keep Cousin Faydean in my Heart. Shapon Staton

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Our Prayers Are With The Family. Shapon,Michael and Mickaya Staton

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May Jehovah Shalom continue to strengthen and comfort you.

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I will eep the family in prayer

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Condolences to the family my prayers are with you at this time!

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We send our sincere condolences to you with love and prayers for your loss. Faydean's smile was always infectious. She was always willing to lend a hand and a hug.

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Sending love and prayers to the family. ABDavis Fellowship Ministry

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With heartfelt sympathy during your time of bereavement.May God bring the family comfort during this difficult time.Faydean a wonderful Woman of God,she will definitely be missed.

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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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