Mrs. Julia L. Leake Medley Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For Mrs. Julia L. Leake Medley

Again in Love, God in His infinite wisdom has sent the Angel of silence, releasing the sweet, gentle spirit of Mrs. Julia LaRose Leake-Medley on August 4, 2022. Her soul is safe with the Heavenly Father, to dwell throughout eternity.

Mrs. Julia LaRose Leake-Medley also known as “Big Gal” departed this earthly life on Thursday, August 4, 2022 in Troy, North Carolina. She was born November 2, 1958 to the late Mr. Torrence “Jimmy Leake Jr. and Mrs. Sylvia Ann Dumas Leake. She was the oldest granddaughter of Joe and Eunice Dumas-Our Matriarch.

Julia fondly accepted Christ as her personal savior at an early age and joined Mountain Grove African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, where she served as Sunday School Superintendent, Trustee, and on the Financial Committee. Julia was always the Delegate for the Annual Conference.

Julia was a 1977 Graduate of West Montgomery High School. After high school she entered North Carolina Central University, and later transferred to Montgomery Community College where she received her Associate Degree in Criminal Justice.

Julia was employed at Southern Correctional Institutional for 21 years, where she was a faithful employee. She was also employed at Monarch Inc., as a Direct Developmental Specialist, who serve Special Needs Children.

Those who preceded her in death are her father, Torrence “Jimmy” Leake Jr. Her maternal Grandparents, Joe and Eunice Dumas and Herman Clark. Her Paternal Grandparents, Torrence Sr. and Mattie Lilly-Leake. Two maternal Aunts, Lula Mae Collins and Joann Hughes. One Uncle, Nathanial Dumas.

Those left to cherish her loving memories are her husband, Donny Jay Medley of Mount Gilead, NC; two daughters, Ms. Taylor Medley of the home and Ms. Monique McKinney of Greensboro, NC. Her mother, Mrs. Sylvia Ann Leake of Mount Gilead, NC. One sister, Mattie J. Jones (Harry) of Highland Springs, Virginia. Five brothers, Earnest A. Leake, Jimmy R. Leake (Veronica) of Mount Gilead, NC, Reverend Everett (Cathy) Dumas of Troy, NC, Joe S. Leake and Toree S. Leake both of Mount Gilead, NC. One God-Daughter, Barbara Jean Litaker of Washington DC, one God-son, Corey McDonald Jr. of Candor, NC and one special God-Grandson, Josiah Cummings of Greer, South Carolina. Four aunts, Naomi Bogans, Ethel Lee Stanback both of Mt. Gilead, NC. Tonya Dumas-Davis (Michael) of Chicago, Illinois and Rose Dumas of Bridgeport, Connecticut. Two uncles, Alexander Dumas (Ruby) of Phoenix, Arizona and Russell Dumas (Barbara) of Greensboro NC. Nine sisters-in-law and seven brothers-in-law. Special friends: Norma Goins, Priscilla Simmons, Amanda Leak and Cynthia Ferrell. One special niece, Ja’Mya Leake. A host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.

The Services to Honor the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Medley will be on Saturday, August 13, 2022, 11:00am, Leah Levin Auditorium, 100 School Street, Mount Gilead, North Carolina. Interment will follow at Ingram Chapel AME Zion Church Cemetery, Mount Gilead, North Carolina.

The public viewing for Mrs. Medley will be on Friday, August 12, 2022 from 3:00-7:00pm at Smith's Funeral Home.

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It was truly a pleasure to have know Julia. She will be missed.

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My Sincere Condolences to the Family 🌹

Beautiful sister. Rest in peace 💕

Loved ones may leave the world but they never leave our Hearts. Your cousin in law Bug!

Rest in Power cousin! You were always genuine, real, and loving. You spoke the truth and lived in your truth. You will be missed.

Although sad to hear of Julia's passing, we must keep in mind that God knows best. Julia and I went all through grade and high school together. She was a kind person, and I will always remember her curious smile. I will miss running in to her from time to time, but know we will reunite in Heaven.
To her family, may God bless and comfort you in this trying time, Cynthia Thompson

You are loved by so many and you will be greatly missed. Medley you were my partner at Southern Correctional. Rest in Peace my girl❤️🙏😭

To our family, you will all be in our prayers during this tough time for all of us. Big Gal will truly be missed.
With love from The Morrison Family.

No words can describe how you were to us. Thanks for being there when no one else would. Family we're praying that Jesus will give you the comfort and strength during these times. Rest easy my sister.
George & Samantha Bowden

To The Leake & Medley Family, Condolences to the family. May God give you comfort and peace during the loss of your love one. The House Family

Condolences to the Medley, Leake and extended families. Julia was the same all the time, smiling and very pleasant. I had heard she was to retire from Southern Correctional Institution, from which I was formerly employed, this year and every time I saw her, I'd ask, have you retired yet? Her reply was, "It's coming up soon". The Lord had a better retirement for her, eternal life. God Bless the family and you are in my thoughts and prayers. Beverly A. Harris, Mt. Gilead, NC (Mayor) (Retired LPN SCI 2016)

I have known Julia all of my life.Through school,work and adulthood. She always seemed happy and was fun to be around.There has to be a spiritual reward awaiting a person such as Julia. Family you are in our thoughts and prayers. (Charles, Nell and Lewis Smith Family)

Sending condolences during this time of sorrow. Praying strength and comfort for the family & friends of Mrs. Medley.

We are praying for the family Mrs Medley will be truly missed at SCI and in the community

Our deepest condolences to the Leake family at this time.
Lee Young family.

We offer our deepest condolences to the Leake family at this time. May God give you eternal peace by his sideEGD.
Lee Young family.

Condolences to the Leake and Medley family. Julia will be truly missed by everyone that knew her. From Kevin and Cynthia King.

Julia will be sorely missed in the Mt. Gilead community and with the Mt. Gilead Children's Home. She was a great person, funny and had a kind spirit. I was proud to call her my friend. Sleep on Julia... Love Always, Letisha Calloway

Our deepest sympathies go out to the Leake and Medley families. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. From Chris and Cindy Davenport

The World lost a true blessing but, Heaven has gain the sweetest most kindhearted Angel to ever grace this earth. Julia will be greatly missed by all who knew her because she touched so many people's lives. Praying for her family and may God Bless and Keep you in the weeks and months to come.

My condolences go out to the entire Leake and Medley family. Julia(biggale)you will be missed dearly, words can't describe how we all feel.Your wings has spreaded open fly home my sister

My condolence goes out to the Leake/Dumas/Medley Family. All will genuinely miss Julia including her family, classmates, and friends. Take your rest cousin!
Mary House

Julia will be truly missed, such a kindhearted lady. She was always so nice to me and had a funny laugh! Prayers for the family, May God continue to bless you all

My deepest condolences and prayers to you all.May God give you comfort and peace

I am Keith headen sorry for your lost Julia was a beautiful class mate she will be miss may God have her in his kingdom

Condolences to the family.

I miss you so much mommy you will definitely live thru me I love you so much please come visit me I love you my queen rest up 😔😘

"I never would have felt ready to say good-bye to someone as special as Ms.Medley, she was a godly woman that love to talk and shared her beliefs. This timing feels especially tough. Praying for your family's comfort and strength for the days and weeks ahead. I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY.

I was saddened to hear of your loss. Officer Medley and I worked together at southern correctional before my Retirement.she was a joy too work with and the nice things she had say. She will truly be missed. Praying for the family and friends.RIP

To her family: please know her work family (Southern Correctional Inst.) are praying for you. She was a pleasure to work with & know. May God give you comfort now & in the weeks ahead. Sending you my love & know you're being prayed for.