Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
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DeathNov 10, 2025, Elon, Alamance County, North Carolina [24082]
BurialAlamance Memorial Park, 4039 S Church St, Alamance County, North Carolina [24082]
Flags SS-Reunion Info
FatherLawrence Worth ZIMMERMAN (1907-1998)
MotherLillie Lola APPLE (1908-1993)
ChildrenKelly Lisa (Died as Infant) (1959-1959)
Obituary Online notes for Georgie Lee YOUNGER
Georgie Lee Younger Thompson
October 9, 1936 - April 10, 2026
Georgie Lee Younger Thompson, 89, of Dallas, Texas passed away at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, Dallas, TX on Friday, April 10, 2026.
A native of Guilford County, she was the wife of the late Robert Bigler Thompson and the daughter of the late Willie J. Younger and the late Violet Woodburn Younger. Georgie spent most of her life in the Burlington area, and, following the death of her husband Bob in 2015, moved to Dallas, Texas to be closer to her son.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Walter W. Zimmerman and Helena Tapias Perdigon, respectively, stepdaughter Carlin Guite, three sisters-in-law, Carol Younger, Annette Younger and Diane Younger, three nephews Buron “Kyle” Younger, Michael T. Younger, II. and Bryan Younger, and one niece Kimberly Thomas.
She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Kelly Lisa Zimmerman and four brothers, Harold Younger, Richard Younger, Michael Younger and Anthony “Tony” Younger.
Georgie retired from Western Electric/AT&T in 1989 after more than 25 years of service. She was a lifetime member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, a non-profit volunteer organization.
Georgie had been a member of Friedens Lutheran Church and Macedonia Lutheran Church, prior to her departure to Texas.
Georgie was devoted to her family, especially her son Walter. Georgie was committed to ensuring that Walter had the opportunity to graduate from Duke University and subsequently obtain his law degree. Georgie displayed her pride in her son’s achievement with the custom license plate “DUKE MOM.” She was a Duke Basketball fan who enjoyed attending games in Cameron Indoor Stadium.
Georgie enjoyed spending time at beaches in the Carolinas with Bob, friends and family. You could often find Georgie reading books and working on puzzles when she had a quiet moment. Georgie was known for her chocolate pound cake.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the dedicated staff at Ventana by Buckner, for the excellent care she received in both Memory Care and Skilled Nursing during the final three years of her life. Their kindness, patience, and compassion brought comfort not only to Georgie but to our entire family.
A service to celebrate her life will be conducted at 3:30 pm on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at the Rich & Thompson Chapel in Burlington by Chaplain Patrick Cardwell. The family will receive friends from 2:30 pm-3:30 pm prior to the funeral service.
Georgie’s life was deeply affected by Alzheimer’s Disease. Both parents and two brothers died with the disease. Georgie struggled with Alzheimer’s disease in the final years of her life as well.
Accordingly, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Duke-UNC Alzheimer Disease Research Center, 2424 Erwin Road, Durham, North Carolina 27705.
Memorial may be made online at: https://www.gifts.duke.edu/dukehealth?designation=2910862
https://www.richandthompson.com/obituaries/Georgie-Lee-Younger-Thompson?obId=48193595 [24091]
October 9, 1936 - April 10, 2026
Georgie Lee Younger Thompson, 89, of Dallas, Texas passed away at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, Dallas, TX on Friday, April 10, 2026.
A native of Guilford County, she was the wife of the late Robert Bigler Thompson and the daughter of the late Willie J. Younger and the late Violet Woodburn Younger. Georgie spent most of her life in the Burlington area, and, following the death of her husband Bob in 2015, moved to Dallas, Texas to be closer to her son.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Walter W. Zimmerman and Helena Tapias Perdigon, respectively, stepdaughter Carlin Guite, three sisters-in-law, Carol Younger, Annette Younger and Diane Younger, three nephews Buron “Kyle” Younger, Michael T. Younger, II. and Bryan Younger, and one niece Kimberly Thomas.
She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Kelly Lisa Zimmerman and four brothers, Harold Younger, Richard Younger, Michael Younger and Anthony “Tony” Younger.
Georgie retired from Western Electric/AT&T in 1989 after more than 25 years of service. She was a lifetime member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, a non-profit volunteer organization.
Georgie had been a member of Friedens Lutheran Church and Macedonia Lutheran Church, prior to her departure to Texas.
Georgie was devoted to her family, especially her son Walter. Georgie was committed to ensuring that Walter had the opportunity to graduate from Duke University and subsequently obtain his law degree. Georgie displayed her pride in her son’s achievement with the custom license plate “DUKE MOM.” She was a Duke Basketball fan who enjoyed attending games in Cameron Indoor Stadium.
Georgie enjoyed spending time at beaches in the Carolinas with Bob, friends and family. You could often find Georgie reading books and working on puzzles when she had a quiet moment. Georgie was known for her chocolate pound cake.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the dedicated staff at Ventana by Buckner, for the excellent care she received in both Memory Care and Skilled Nursing during the final three years of her life. Their kindness, patience, and compassion brought comfort not only to Georgie but to our entire family.
A service to celebrate her life will be conducted at 3:30 pm on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at the Rich & Thompson Chapel in Burlington by Chaplain Patrick Cardwell. The family will receive friends from 2:30 pm-3:30 pm prior to the funeral service.
Georgie’s life was deeply affected by Alzheimer’s Disease. Both parents and two brothers died with the disease. Georgie struggled with Alzheimer’s disease in the final years of her life as well.
Accordingly, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Duke-UNC Alzheimer Disease Research Center, 2424 Erwin Road, Durham, North Carolina 27705.
Memorial may be made online at: https://www.gifts.duke.edu/dukehealth?designation=2910862
https://www.richandthompson.com/obituaries/Georgie-Lee-Younger-Thompson?obId=48193595 [24091]
Obituary Online notes for Walter Worth (Spouse 1)
Worth Zimmerman
October 13, 1931 — November 10, 2025
Elon, NC
Walter Worth Zimmerman, 94, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 10, 2025 at his home.
He was born in Guilford County on October 13, 1931 and was the son of the late Lawrence Worth Zimmerman and Lillie Iola Apple Zimmerman. He was the husband of 44 years to Sarah Rudd Zimmerman who survives.
Worth retired from AT&T as a parts Programmer after 30+ years.
He was a member of Harvest Baptist Church.
He was devoted to his family and especially his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956, spending most his time in Hawaii. Worth leaves a legacy of faith as his life goal was to love God and to love others. Life is filled with transitions and although Worth’s life has ended on earth, his life in Heaven is just beginning. This, Worth believed with all his heart.
Worth is survived by his wife, Sarah Lou Rudd Zimmerman of the home; his son, Walter W. Zimmerman and wife, Helena of Dallas, Texas; his daughters: Teresa Smith and husband, Gary of Gibsonville, Robin Cain of Burlington, Vickie Branson and husband, Parker of Gibsonville; eleven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
Along with his parents, Worth was preceded in death by his brothers: Raymond and Wade Zimmerman and an infant daughter, Kelly Lisa Zimmerman, who lived from March 2 till March 5, 1959.
A service to celebrate Worth’s life will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Harvest Baptist Church by Rev. Daniel Webster, Rev. Larry Lambert, and Rev. Allen Myers.
The family will receive friends on Friday evening at Lowe Funeral Home from 4:00 PM till 6:30 PM and other times at the home.
Memorial donations may be given to either Harvest Baptist Church, 3741 South Church St., Burlington, NC 27215 or Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607.
You may send your condolences at www.lowefuneralhome.com .
https://www.lowefuneralhome.com/obituaries/walter-zimmerman [24082]
October 13, 1931 — November 10, 2025
Elon, NC
Walter Worth Zimmerman, 94, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 10, 2025 at his home.
He was born in Guilford County on October 13, 1931 and was the son of the late Lawrence Worth Zimmerman and Lillie Iola Apple Zimmerman. He was the husband of 44 years to Sarah Rudd Zimmerman who survives.
Worth retired from AT&T as a parts Programmer after 30+ years.
He was a member of Harvest Baptist Church.
He was devoted to his family and especially his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956, spending most his time in Hawaii. Worth leaves a legacy of faith as his life goal was to love God and to love others. Life is filled with transitions and although Worth’s life has ended on earth, his life in Heaven is just beginning. This, Worth believed with all his heart.
Worth is survived by his wife, Sarah Lou Rudd Zimmerman of the home; his son, Walter W. Zimmerman and wife, Helena of Dallas, Texas; his daughters: Teresa Smith and husband, Gary of Gibsonville, Robin Cain of Burlington, Vickie Branson and husband, Parker of Gibsonville; eleven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
Along with his parents, Worth was preceded in death by his brothers: Raymond and Wade Zimmerman and an infant daughter, Kelly Lisa Zimmerman, who lived from March 2 till March 5, 1959.
A service to celebrate Worth’s life will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Harvest Baptist Church by Rev. Daniel Webster, Rev. Larry Lambert, and Rev. Allen Myers.
The family will receive friends on Friday evening at Lowe Funeral Home from 4:00 PM till 6:30 PM and other times at the home.
Memorial donations may be given to either Harvest Baptist Church, 3741 South Church St., Burlington, NC 27215 or Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607.
You may send your condolences at www.lowefuneralhome.com .
https://www.lowefuneralhome.com/obituaries/walter-zimmerman [24082]