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

Obituary For Mabel Harris Burton

Mabel Harris Burton, 95 of Fuquay-Varina, NC passed October 16, 2018 at the home. Mrs Burton is survived by one sister, Hazel Ball (Maryland), two children, Gwendolyn (Sylvester) of Atlanta, Georgia, Algernon Jr. of the home,one daughter-in-law, Linda Burton, two Stepsisters, Edna Fogg and Geraldine Lane of Raleigh, NC. She also leaves a niece and nephew who were like her children, Calvin King (Gloria) of Durham, NC and Kathryn McBennett of Goldsboro, NC. four grandsons, Bernard Morgan, (Rashida) Bryan Burton, Bradford Burton, Michael Landrum (Stacy), granddaughters, Yvette McIver (Cameron) Caree Mangum, eleven great grandchildren and over twenty five nieces and nephews. Holding special places in her heart were sister-in-law, Ruby Burton Bullock (Philadelphia) and first cousins, Ada Farrar, Marie Atwater and Delores Samuels.

Viewing: 12:00 -7:00 pm Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

Wake: 12:30 - 1:30 pm Sunday, October 21, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

Funeral will be held 1:30 pm Sunday, October 21, 2018 at First Baptist Church, 105 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

Burial: Greater Christian Chapel Church, 8013 Humie Olive Road in Apex, NC 27502

Guest Book

Sorry for the loss of your mother....

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WHAT CAN I SAY CAN NOT SPECK FOR MY TWO BROTHERS MRS MABEL AND MRS EZOLLA BURTON SPEED MY SECOND MOTHER Rip MISS YOU

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To Ms Mabel's family, from friends at Almay, We offer our sincere condolences and prayers during your hours of bereavement. Ms Mabel was a pioneer and trailblazer at Almay, a lady of many firsts. She leaves a great legacy and we are so proud to have known her. May you find comfort in the words of John from Revelation 21:4.

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To the Burton Family, I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Mabel Passing. I worked with Mrs. Mabel a Lot of years at Almay. She was one of the Nicest Lady I got to Know. She also was a very good Cook. She will Surely be Missed. Each of you are in My Prayers. Catherine Holland Knightdale N.C.

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To Gwen and Family: You mother was indeed a beautiful person, such an inspiration to our family, we will miss her To Gwen and Family: You mother was indeed a beautiful person, such an inspiration to our family, we will miss her. Mrs. Sophia McDougal's children. Mary Ellen and Joan

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From the class of 1967 we send our prayers to your family.

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To Gwen and Family: You mother was indeed a beautiful person, such an inspiration to our family, we will miss her. Mary Ellen and Joan

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To Gwen, Algernon and family, I was so sorry to hear about the home going of Mrs. Mabel. She was such a wonderful and compassionate lady and always had a kind word every time I would see her. Even though she no longer will walk among you, she will always be there with you in your heart.Just remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. With love and blessings, Clarese McLean Howard, Augusta, Georgia

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My condolences to the family of Ms. Mabel, she was such a sweet lady to work with at Almay. Some people you forget, some are unforgettable...Ms. Mabel was that unforgettable. Carol Chancey

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GWEN AND AL BOOT SORRY HEAR ABOUT MRS MABEL ALWAYS HELP ME WHEN I WAS IN NEED HER WHOLE FAMILY THANK YOU Rip KENNETH AND GENEICE PEARSON

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To the Harris and Burton Family, In His own way and for His own purpose God has reached down into our family garden to pluck one of our fairest flowers and beloved Matriarch. Cousin Mabel lived a true Christian life. Her faithfulness to her family and kindness to her friends is and shall always be a living memorial to her beautiful life. May we be strengthen in His word,"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Sorrowfully submitted, Reverend Dr. Mary M. Heggie, Deacon Garnell Heggie & Family

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Gwen, Syl and Family; I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom and you have my deepest sympathy. May you find comfort in all the beautiful memories made with her. May god continue to bless you and see you through this difficult time. Much love. Jessie Phillips and Family

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Aunt Mabel, you will be missed greatly. I remember as a young lady, when Frank and I would visit, you would give us knowledge and wisdom that last a lifetime. Love to the family, Lillie and daughter Erika.

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Gwen and other family members, I extend my sincere sympathy to you all for the loss of such a beautiful lady. Ms. Mabel was always so very special to me while growing up in Fuquay. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her. RIP Faydean Utley Robinson

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I have such fond memories of Cousin Mabel from my childhood as my Sunday school teacher to adulthood when I would visit her at her home. I was always greeted with " There's my girl" accompanied with her radiant smile. She will be missed dearly. Prayers are with the family.

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I will always remember Aunt Mabel’s beautiful smile and unique laugh. The awesome memories of summertime at Aunt Mabel’s house! My deepest condolences and blessings to our family. TRoper

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To the Burton Family, Mabel was a special lady, always had kind and inspirational words of wisdom to those she met. She is our lost but haven's gain. Mary E. Booker

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Gwen , your Mother was a wonderful Woman with Style and Grace !My sincere condolences . Much love to you and your Family from your Minnesota Family .Brenda Hill , Saint Paul Minnesota

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Gwen , your Mother was a wonderful Woman with Style and Grace ! You and your Family are in my prayers !

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My dear BPW sister Gwen, so very sorry to hear your beloved mother passing. You and your family are truly in my prayers. My deepest condolences and sympathy. Much love, Octavia Evans Taylor Decatur, Ga

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We pray God’s richest blessings be yours as He comforts each one of you. Your mother was a mother to us all.

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Mrs. Mabel was a wonderful lady, with beauty and grace. Never did I see her without that smile and kind words of wisdom.I always enjoyed talking and visiting Mrs. Mabel. Rest in peace and in the arms of our Lord and Savior,Jesus Christ. Mamie Mckoy Richardson

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My sincere condolences to the family, may God continue to bless you in the days to come. J"Butch"Snelling

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