Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
DeathJun 19, 2010, Alamance County, North Carolina [25779]
BurialAlamance Memorial Park (Mausoleum), 4039 S Church St, Alamance County, North Carolina [25779]
FatherEverett Lea RUMLEY Sr. (1921-1985)
Mother“Watha” Iona GOSNELL (1921-2006)
Spouses
Marriage1958 [25778]
Children(Confidential, Female)
Obituary Online notes for Rev. Everett Lea RUMLEY Jr.
6/21/2010
The Rev. Everett Lea Rumley Jr.
BURLINGTON — The Rev. Everett Lea Rumley, Jr., age 69, of Burlington, died Saturday, June 19, 2010 at his home after several months of failing health.
A native of Alamance County, he was the son of the late Everett Lea Rumley, Sr. and the late Iona Lynette Gosnell Rumley and was married for over 50 years to Martha Sue Wrenn Rumley, who survives. Everett served in the U.S. Air Force for 15 years and rose to the rank of Captain. He was the former fleet maintenance manager in the Transportation Division of Burlington Industries and later retired in 2006 as the V.P. of Operations for Melton Industrial Truck Service. He also worked part time with the Alamance Eye Center. Rev. Rumley was a member of Holly Hill Baptist Church, where he served on the Board of Deacons and for 35 years was a Sunday School teacher at Holly Hill and Brookwood Baptist Church. He attended Seminary at Duke University and later at Southeastern Seminary in Wake Forest, NC and served as a marriage counselor out of his home.
Rev. Rumley is survived by his wife of the home; three daughters, Laura Butler and husband, Bill, of Durham, Jan Walker and husband, Kevin, of Supply, NC and Robin Meier andhusband,Brian,ofColorado Springs, CO; a son, Everett “Skip” Rumley, III and his partner, Daniel R. Gray, of Greensboro; nine grandchildren, Ashley Coble Barnhardt,
Adam Coble, Jason Coble, Cassie Rowe, Clair Rowe, Gavin Walker, Kyle Meier, Austin Meier and Susan Meier; a sister, Kathy Morris of Concord, NC; and two brothers, Dr. Steve Rumley of Apex and Dennis Rumley of Burlington.
The funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 PM Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at Holly Hill Baptist Church by Dr. Steve Rumley, Rev. Mark White, Dr. Tim Taylor and Rev. Dale Taylor. Entombment will follow at Alamance Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends from 6-8 Tuesday evening at Holly Hill Baptist Church. Lowe Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Rumley family.
Memorials may be made to Holly Hill Baptist Church, 2818 Edgewood Ave., Burlington, NC 27215 or Hospice and Palliative Care of Alamance-Caswell, 914 Chapel Hill Rd., Burlington, NC 27215.
You may sign the online register book at www.lowefuneralhome.com [25779]
The Rev. Everett Lea Rumley Jr.
BURLINGTON — The Rev. Everett Lea Rumley, Jr., age 69, of Burlington, died Saturday, June 19, 2010 at his home after several months of failing health.
A native of Alamance County, he was the son of the late Everett Lea Rumley, Sr. and the late Iona Lynette Gosnell Rumley and was married for over 50 years to Martha Sue Wrenn Rumley, who survives. Everett served in the U.S. Air Force for 15 years and rose to the rank of Captain. He was the former fleet maintenance manager in the Transportation Division of Burlington Industries and later retired in 2006 as the V.P. of Operations for Melton Industrial Truck Service. He also worked part time with the Alamance Eye Center. Rev. Rumley was a member of Holly Hill Baptist Church, where he served on the Board of Deacons and for 35 years was a Sunday School teacher at Holly Hill and Brookwood Baptist Church. He attended Seminary at Duke University and later at Southeastern Seminary in Wake Forest, NC and served as a marriage counselor out of his home.
Rev. Rumley is survived by his wife of the home; three daughters, Laura Butler and husband, Bill, of Durham, Jan Walker and husband, Kevin, of Supply, NC and Robin Meier andhusband,Brian,ofColorado Springs, CO; a son, Everett “Skip” Rumley, III and his partner, Daniel R. Gray, of Greensboro; nine grandchildren, Ashley Coble Barnhardt,
Adam Coble, Jason Coble, Cassie Rowe, Clair Rowe, Gavin Walker, Kyle Meier, Austin Meier and Susan Meier; a sister, Kathy Morris of Concord, NC; and two brothers, Dr. Steve Rumley of Apex and Dennis Rumley of Burlington.
The funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 PM Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at Holly Hill Baptist Church by Dr. Steve Rumley, Rev. Mark White, Dr. Tim Taylor and Rev. Dale Taylor. Entombment will follow at Alamance Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends from 6-8 Tuesday evening at Holly Hill Baptist Church. Lowe Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Rumley family.
Memorials may be made to Holly Hill Baptist Church, 2818 Edgewood Ave., Burlington, NC 27215 or Hospice and Palliative Care of Alamance-Caswell, 914 Chapel Hill Rd., Burlington, NC 27215.
You may sign the online register book at www.lowefuneralhome.com [25779]
Obituary Online notes for Martha Sue (Spouse 1)
Martha Sue Wrenn Rumley
November 5, 1940 — November 20, 2025
Burlington
Martha Sue Wrenn Rumley, born on November 5, 1940, in Alamance County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025.
A devoted member of her community, Martha's life revolved around her family and her passion for the medical field, which she approached with boundless enthusiasm and commitment.
Martha met the love of her life, Everett Lea Rumley Jr., at the tender age of 14 in church and married him when she was 18. Their 50 plus years of marriage were marked by deep love and partnership, a bond that remained strong until his passing. Together, they raised their children: Laura Butler, Robin Meier (Bryan), Jan Walker and Everett "Skip" Rumley III. Her family was her greatest joy, and she cherished every moment spent with them.
Martha was not only a mother but also a grandmother, including L. Ashley Barnhart (Steve), J. Adam Coble (Cheryl), P. Jason Coble (Ashley), Kyle Meier (Marie), Austin Meier (Cinzia), Susan Meier, Cassie Carlton (Taylor), Clair Barbour (Brandon), and Gavin Walker. The arrival of sixteen great-grandchildren further expanded her family, bringing her an abundance of joy and laughter, which she treasured deeply.
In her professional life, Martha dedicated herself to the medical field, a career she found immensely fulfilling. She was known for her straightforward and generous nature, always offering help and support to those around her. Her personality could be described as “to the point,” displaying the honesty and clarity she embodied in her life. Her strong faith and beautiful relationship with God were central to her existence, grounding her in love and harmony.
Martha served as an Air Force wife, taking pride in raising her children while supporting her husband during his military service. Her dedication to her family and faith created a supportive and nurturing environment that fostered growth and love.
Martha will be lovingly remembered not only by her children and grandchildren but also by her faithful furry companion, Charlie, who provided her companionship and comfort.
Despite the loss of her beloved husband, daughter Jan Walker, and her parents, Howard William Wrenn and Connie Lea Weaver Wrenn, as well as sons-in-law Kevin Walker and James “Bill” Butler, Martha’s legacy continues through her loving family.
Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew her, as they reflect on a life well-lived, full of love, kindness, and unwavering faith. [25778]
November 5, 1940 — November 20, 2025
Burlington
Martha Sue Wrenn Rumley, born on November 5, 1940, in Alamance County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025.
A devoted member of her community, Martha's life revolved around her family and her passion for the medical field, which she approached with boundless enthusiasm and commitment.
Martha met the love of her life, Everett Lea Rumley Jr., at the tender age of 14 in church and married him when she was 18. Their 50 plus years of marriage were marked by deep love and partnership, a bond that remained strong until his passing. Together, they raised their children: Laura Butler, Robin Meier (Bryan), Jan Walker and Everett "Skip" Rumley III. Her family was her greatest joy, and she cherished every moment spent with them.
Martha was not only a mother but also a grandmother, including L. Ashley Barnhart (Steve), J. Adam Coble (Cheryl), P. Jason Coble (Ashley), Kyle Meier (Marie), Austin Meier (Cinzia), Susan Meier, Cassie Carlton (Taylor), Clair Barbour (Brandon), and Gavin Walker. The arrival of sixteen great-grandchildren further expanded her family, bringing her an abundance of joy and laughter, which she treasured deeply.
In her professional life, Martha dedicated herself to the medical field, a career she found immensely fulfilling. She was known for her straightforward and generous nature, always offering help and support to those around her. Her personality could be described as “to the point,” displaying the honesty and clarity she embodied in her life. Her strong faith and beautiful relationship with God were central to her existence, grounding her in love and harmony.
Martha served as an Air Force wife, taking pride in raising her children while supporting her husband during his military service. Her dedication to her family and faith created a supportive and nurturing environment that fostered growth and love.
Martha will be lovingly remembered not only by her children and grandchildren but also by her faithful furry companion, Charlie, who provided her companionship and comfort.
Despite the loss of her beloved husband, daughter Jan Walker, and her parents, Howard William Wrenn and Connie Lea Weaver Wrenn, as well as sons-in-law Kevin Walker and James “Bill” Butler, Martha’s legacy continues through her loving family.
Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew her, as they reflect on a life well-lived, full of love, kindness, and unwavering faith. [25778]