Lois Avery was the only daughter of the late Deathia Avery and Clarence McPherson. She was born and raised in Johnston County. Growing up, she was a member of Willow Spring Free Will Baptist Church. She graduated from Short Journey High School and later went back to school to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA).
Lois became a dedicated CNAII and worked at several nursing facilities and private duty work. She was a hard worker and took pride in ensuring her patients received optimal care. Lois cared for her patients as if they were her own family, making sure they were always clean and fed.
Lois was the matriarch of her family and always gathered everyone by feeding them. She loved cooking and enjoyed watching everyone adore her food. She was known for her sense of humor, colorful personality, and left an imprint on any room she entered. She had a passion for being well-dressed and loved to dance. Lois deeply loved and cared for her family and friends.
Lois will be dearly missed and always remembered. She passed away peacefully on May 12, 2023, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her daughters, Jackie Trice (Conrad) of Benson, NC, and Sharon Avery of Clayton, NC; two granddaughters, Latasha Joyner (Craig) of Clayton, NC, and Dominique Avery-Kennedy of Wendell, NC; three grandsons, Derrick Trice (Mary) of Garner, NC, Jaquan Avery-Kennedy of Clayton, NC, and Aaron Wallace of Clayton, NC; three great-granddaughters and six great-grandsons; and a host of other family and friends.
Viewing: 2:00 - 4:00 pm Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Trice Funeral Home Chapel in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
Funeral will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
Burial: Mablewood Cemetery in Clayton, NC.
Masks are required in order to attend the viewing and or funeral service.
Notre Jones sent Beautiful Dreams for Lois Marie Avery - May 21, 2023
Sending my deepest condolences
-Earl & Notre Jones
Aric Brown sent Sweet Moments for Lois Marie Avery - May 20, 2023
I'm sorry for your loss. Ms. Avery was one of the coolest people I have ever meet and she will be missed dearly.
To the family of Sister Lois Marie Avery, Our prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time of bereavement. Pastor LaQuon Rogers, Lady Briana Rogers and the Willow Spring Free Will Baptist Church.
Sincere condolences to the family. May the beautiful memories of Ms Lous Marie Avery comfort you.
Y. Wilkins
My Condolences to the entire family. I am truly going to miss you and your cooking.
Lois was the best stepmother ever; she never made a difference between us and have always been there when needed.
We will love you always. Vanessa, Randy, Sylvia, Andrea and Gerald Perry
❤️🙏🏾I will always remember the good time we had at Jackie's retirement dinner RIP Mrs.Lois ❤️Robin Randolph🙏🏾❤️
We are praying for you and your family. If you need anything, please let us know. Tyson snd Joycelyn Allison
Sending my prayers and condolences to the family. Remember Lois as one of the best cooks and her humor.Rest in heaven. Jackie Curtis Glover
My condolences too the entire family.May God wrap his arms around you all in this of need. Ms.Lois was so loved and will be missed truly.
The Parham family extends our sincere condolences and prayers to the family. Love Renee & Terry
Lois we will miss your sense of humor, your home cooked meal, along with your generous heart. You will forever be in our memories. RIP
Conrad
Enjoy working with MS.Lois, she was a caring person and a hard worker rest easy now my friend your work is done. 🦋 💐 👚🩺
The Poole Family would like to express our sincere sympathy for the loss of Lois Avery. We loved her very much and we will truly miss her. May God bless the family during this difficult time. Rest in peace Lois.
I will be thinkng about the good time we share together our school days ,working together. You will be miss . Take your rest you earn it .
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.