Thelma Ellis Jernigan Durham, North Carolina Obituary

Thelma Ellis Jernigan

DURHAM: Thelma Ellis Jernigan, 69, passed away Friday, March 20, 2020. She was born in Bladen County, the daughter of the late Thomas C. Ellis and Myrtle L. Ellis. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jernigan was preceded in death by her daughter, Jennifer R. Toomey. Mrs. Jernigan led a women’s bible study at Braggtown Baptist Church and traveled to South Africa as a missionary over ten times. She retired from Duke University where she worked as an executive assistant with career services. She was involved with Emergency Chaplains and Pomeranian Rescue, and she enjoyed listening to Christian music and visiting Disney World. Mrs. Jernigan is survived by her husband, Michael Jernigan; daughters, Sharon J. Burmahl and husband Eric, Christy M. Jernigan, Amy T. Krizek and husband Kevin; son, Charles Toomey and wife Mary Ann; sisters, Phenie E. Bowen and husband Charlie, Sandra E. Fishow and husband Thom; grandchildren, Maxwell T. Toomey, Spencer T. Toomey, Jennifer A. Krizek, Kayla R. Krizek, Thato Chaiken; and best friend, Lee A. Chaiken. A private funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24 at Clements Funeral Chapel in Durham. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, the service is limited to 100 people, including funeral home staff, family and visitors. Thank you for your respect and cooperation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to Emergency Chaplains at PO Box 14762 Research Triangle Park , NC 27709. The family is being assisted by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. in Hillsborough. Online condolences may be sent to www.clementsfuneralservice.com.
July 19, 1950 - March 20, 202007/19/195003/20/2020
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Peggy and Fred Eckel
March 30, 2020
Our prayers are with you at this time. We always enjoyed Sunday School with Thelma and Michael.who both had strong Christian Testimonies. Fred and Peggy Eckel
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Sheila Smith
March 22, 2020
Thelma touched my life in so many ways over the years. She was an encourager, teacher, prayer warrior and beautiful Christian witness. I admired her so much. Larry and I send our love and prayers during this difficult time.
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March 22, 2020
Phenie, Sandra, Mike and all of Thelma’s family. My sincere and heartfelt condolences. May God bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Becky Glenn Blackburn
Sharon Barboza
March 22, 2020
My aunt was a very special and loving person. I love her so much and will miss her with all my heart. I take peace knowing that she is with Jesus, Granny and Papa, and Jennifer.