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Obituary For Fayma Louise Avent
Mrs. Fayma Louise Howell Avent, a native of Shelby, NC, was born to the late Famon Whitney and Alice Louise Wilson Howell on December 6, 1950. She departed this life on Saturday morning, May 1, 2021 at Duke Hospice in Durham, NC.
On June 28, 1980, Fayma was joined in holy matrimony to James Edward Avent, Jr. To this union was born two daughters, Allison Elaine Avent and Alexis Kristine Avent. In addition, Fayma reared and raised a son, Adam Maurice Avent.
Fayma was educated in the Shelby Public School system and briefly attended Allen Preparatory School in Asheville, NC. She graduated from Shelby High School in 1968. Fayma received the Bachelors Of Arts (1972) and the Masters of Education (1973) degrees in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University Of North Carolina at Greensboro. She was initially licensed as a Speech Pathologist in 1976, and concurrently completed her Certificate Of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology.
She worked for the Greensboro City School /Guilford County School system for forty years, retiring in 2012. After retirement, Fayma served as a Speech Pathologist consultant for the Guilford County Schools until February, 2020. As a dedicated educator, she cared about and touched the lives of many children and later their children.
Fayma as a leader in the St. James Presbyterian Church served in many positions, notably, Moderator Of The Board Of Deacons and Girl Scout leader. Whatever the Church asked of her, she would do it with a smile and the task with excellence.
Fayma’s spiritual journey began in her early childhood with her baptism at Shiloh Baptist Church, Shelby, NC in which her Mother was a leader and hard worker who mentored Fayma and many other children there, inclusive of the family.
Fayma was preceded in death by her parents, uncles, aunts, cousins and other family members.
Left to cherish her loving memory are her husband, James E. Avent Jr., son Adam M. Avent, daughters, Allison E. and Alexis K. Avent, as well as a host of cousins, family members and friends.
MAY THE WORK I HAVE DONE SPEAK FOR ME
In lieu of flowers the family has requested that remembrances be made in the form of contributions to the cancer society.
A public viewing will be held on Thursday, May 13, 2021 from 12pm-2pm in the Cassie Coote-Brown Memorial Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home.. A private graveside service honoring her life will be held on Friday, May 14, 2021 at Lakeview Memorial Park.
Services Entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home (336)-272-6109
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We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Fayma. She was a dedicated parent and worker for Harris/Mintz School of Dance Arts. We watched Allison & Alexis grow up with Harris/Mintz. James, Allison and Alexis just know we are praying for your strength during this difficult time in your life. LaVerne Harris Davis, Carolyn Mintz Strachan and The Harris/Mintz School of Dance Arts.
Dear James, please know that our hearts go out to you and your family. Fayma's passing is a great loss for you all and for this community. God bless you through this very hard time. Bill and Susan Ridenour
So sorry to hear of your loss, you and your family are in my prayers. Beckie Branch
Brother James Avent you and your family are in our prayers. Please accept our condolences.We are very sorry to hear of Fayma's passing. She was always happy and smiling when I saw her. May Gods Mercy and Grace be with your family. Brother and Mrs. Kenny H. Faulkner
To: James Avent: Very sorry to hear about the lost of your wife. Will keep you and your family in our prayers during this difficult time. Billy & Mary Covington
My thoughts and prayers have been abundant for James and all family members in recent days as they are today. My memories of Fayma are bright and sunny. Each time I attended a high school reunion I was always so excited to see Fayma and James as I headed in their direction to get in line !! I can't really say who had a bigger smile or could have been more gracious between this loving couple of 40 years. I do know without out any doubt Fayma was a beautiful lady both inside and out. This lady will be missed by many. Amen
Wow. There are so many positive things I could share about Fayma. I don't even know where to start she had a beautiful smile and infectious laugh but the qualities I most admired about Fayma were her incredible patience and work ethic. Under the most adverse conditions she was always very graceful. I remember her being one of the last people to leave the building and then coming to work the next morning with bags of work that she brought home. Fayma did whatever she had to do to get the job done and always with her patented smile. I will also remember how she proudly doted over her daughters. She was an amazing mother, wife, colleague and friend. She's a star who's light will be greatly missed.
Bill Sampson
When I first met Fayma, that wonderful smile of hers made me feel welcome in the school I was working at. She has always been a ray of sunshine. Jackie HIines
My heart filled sympathy goes out to the family of Fayma Avent. Fayma was always kind and thoughtful to me and everyone. Her kind words and friendly smile always lifted me up. Her cards were always an inspiration to me during difficult times. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Fayma will truly be missed. Oscar Reid Jr.
Fayma was one of the most beautiful souls I've ever met. Her calm, quiet yet oh-so-funny and electric demeanor with that beautiful, bright smile was addicting to be around. Fayma was smart and wise, patient and kind, poised and eloquent, a colleague first but a friend more importantly. The number of lives she's profoundly impacted is countless, mine included.The joy and pride brought by her family was unmatched; she beamed when she talked about you. To James, Allison, and Alexis - I'm holding you close in my heart and prayers, and I thank you for sharing your most precious wife and mother with me. -Jenny Reilly
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