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Obituary For REVEREND GEORGE BERNARD RORIE
Reverend George Bernard Rorie was born December 17, 1958 to the union of Joshua Rorie, Sr. and Arie Harris Rorie in Lilesville, NC. Reverend Rorie departed this life on July 20, 2026 at his home, 1470 White Store Road, Wadesboro, NC.
Reverend Rorie received his formal education in the Anson County Schools and was a graduate of Bowman Senior High School. He accepted Christ as his personal savior at an early age at Henry Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Lilesville, NC.
His last employment was at Valley Proteins where he worked faithfully for 8 years. In his leisure, he enjoyed fishing, playing pool and basketball.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joshua Rorie, Sr. and Arie Harris Rorie; his son, Timothy Short and his daughter, Ashley Rorie; two brothers, Joshua Rorie, Jr. and Charlie Thomas Rorie; and one sister, Nancy Rorie.
Reverend Rorie leaves to cherish his memory: his loving wife, Shelia Rorie; granddaughter, ChiβTim Short; stepson, Walter Richardson; and godson, Jermyion Cash. His siblings: Dr. Marie Aldridge of Washington, DC, Bertha Gaddy of Ansonville, NC, Emma Gatewood (Clyde) of Charlotte, NC, Brenda Watson (Reginald of Cheraw, SC, Mary Little (Alvin) of Morven, NC, John Lee Rorie of Morven, NC, Walter Rorie (Rosa) of Lilesville, NC, Rev. Charles Rorie (Amy) of Rockingham, NC, Clarence Rorie (Barbara) of Charlotte, NC, and Richard Rorie (Hannah) of Clarksville, TN. Two aunts, Annie Mae Harris of Washington, DC and Janie Harris of Lilesville, NC. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins
The Homegoing Service will be on Monday, July 27, 2026, 1:00pm, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will follow in the family plot of the Henry Grove Baptist Church, Lilesville, North Carolina.
The family will greet family and friends on Monday, July 27, 2026 from 12:30-1:00pm and at all other times at the Rorie Homeplace, 3505 Vintage Road, Lilesville, North Carolina.
The public viewing will be on Sunday, July 26, 2026 from 1:00-4:00pm.
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Add A CondolenceSending Out My Prayer & My Deepest Condolences To The Rorie Family,His Wife Mrs.Rorie & His Nieces Shena Rorie & 2 Sisters.,l Will Keep Y'all ln My Prayer,He Will Truly Be Missed,He Was Very Sweet Person.
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So sorry for the loss of this precious family member. Emma, Angela, Monie we are here if you need anything π β€
My condolences to the family!! Mary, you know I am a phone call or text away!!β€οΈ
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Sending prayers and condolences to the family that God will comfort and strengthen you today and days ahead. Love Rosa Linton High Point NC
Pops I shielded alot of tears can't believe u gone u were like my daddy u will always be in My heart forever
My thought and prayers are with you doing this difficult time , you have my sympthy .Bro : Ernrst Pegues
My prayers, sympathy, and love go out to the Rorie family. Our families are closely connected as we grew up in the same area. Rev. Bernard and I were classmates. We started out at T.W. Bennett (Henry Grove School) in Lilesville and went to Church together at Henry Grove Baptist Church. May the Lord continue to bless and keep your family during this challenging time. Pastor Patricia Parson Cole
Condolences and prayers to the family, Ruth Moore, Ohio
My Deepest condolences to the Rorie family in your time of loss.
Sending up prayers to Rorie family. I pray God comfort you doing this time. Just hold on to the memories . A long time friend of my family.
My sincerest condolences are with you during the loss of our friend, classmate and co-laborer in the gospel, Bernard. My favorite memory of Bernard was when we sat in those bleachers at Anson Middle and High school watching our kids, Ashley and Brice play basketball. Those were some great times. My sincere condolences are being extended to Teresa and the Rorie family. Praying for your peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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My thoughts & prayers are with the family, Bernard has been my friend since we were kids. You will truly be missed my friend.
Praying π for the family cousin love β€οΈ yall Loretta Burns Jackson
Sending my Condolences to his family and friends may Reverend Bernard RIP π
My heart is truly saddened to hear of the passing of my childhood friend and classmates. Growing up together is a bond that time will never erase, and I will always remember the memories we shared. To the entire family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God surround you with his love, comfort, and peace during this difficult time, and may cherished memories you hold bring you strength in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy, Pam Rivers-Smith
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Sending condolences to the Rorie family. May God comfort your family and help you to find peace and comfort during this time James, Lena Melton
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Condolences to the family, may you leep well Darryl Edwards & fΓ m
My deepest condolences
My sincere condolences to the family. May our heavenly father grant you all his strength, comfort, his blessings and wisdom during your time of bereavement. Love ya'll much. Melvin and Family.
On behalf of Myself and the staff of the Anson County Sheriff's Office, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all those affected by this loss. We stand with our community in offering comfort, strength, and support, and we hope you find peace in the memories you shared and the love that surrounds you.
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and pray you find peace in your memories. We love you .
My condolences to the Rorie family praying π RIP Rev Rorie aka Pops you will truly be missed you will surely be missed by uncle Wayne and Quint you gave it a good fight
Sending prayers and sincere condolences to the Rorie family β€οΈππΎ
My thoughts and prayers go out to my sister- in- law Mary and to the entire Rorie Family..
I'm so sorry to hear about Bernard. We were classmates and I remember him as always being a really nice guy. My prayers to his family. May you find comfort in God's Word. (Revelation21:3-5)
Praying for the Rorie family... which will always be my family as well. Bernard RIP with your family in heaven... you will be missed hereπ’π’ππΎππΎππΎππΎβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
My deepest condolences to the entire Rorie family....πππ
Sending our love and prayers to the Rorie Family. You have our deepest condolences .
Condolences to the family RIP Classmate 77ππΎ
Sending my sincere and heartfelt condolences to my Rorie family during this most difficult time. Sorry to hear Bernard passed away. Praying for the entire family.ππΏππΏ
Sorry for your loss Bessie Teal and family
Praying for entire family as GOD continue to give you comfort. Caleb & Catherine Sturdivant
My classmate he gained his wings he can rest easy now RIP praying for the Rorie family that God comfort them doing their time of sorry fly on Rev Rorie
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
