Florence Marie Latimer Clinton, North Carolina Obituary

Florence Marie Latimer

<p>On Sunday, October 10, Florence Marie Burns Latimer, 93, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family. She was the last child born to the late Frank and Adeline Wooster Burns in Rescue, Virginia on May 6, 1928.&nbsp; In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Linwood &ldquo;Buck&rdquo; Latimer, along with eight brothers and sisters.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Florence lived a fulfilling life as a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She proudly retired from the Department of Social Services after dedicating 25 years of service to Sampson County. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Clinton and instilled the importance of faith in her family. She enjoyed traveling, cooking, reading, and attending dance recitals and ball games. Being &ldquo;Mee Mee&rdquo; to her three great-grandsons, however, was her greatest joy.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>She leaves behind to cherish her memory her three daughters: Denise Mitchell and husband John of New Bern; Nancy Butler and husband Joe of Clinton; Penny Horne and husband Lyman of Clinton; grandchildren: Bradley Quick, Matt Butler, Ashley Montgomery (Robbie), Sara Hunter (Patrick), Katie Butler (Eric); great-grandchildren: Lake, Drew, and Gray Montgomery; and special friend, Shari Parker.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The family respectfully requests no visitors in the home due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service Wednesday, October 13 at 11 a.m. at the Clinton Cemetery with Dr. Ray Ammons officiating.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made in her name to First Baptist Church, 408 College Street in Clinton or Community Home Care &amp; Hospice, 126 E Elizabeth Street, Suite B in Clinton.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
May 6, 1928 - October 10, 202105/06/192810/10/2021
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Sharon Burns Miller
October 17, 2021
Sincerest sympathies to the family. Our father was Travis Burns and he loved Florence very much.
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Ila Hobbs
October 15, 2021
I am so sorry for you loss. I didn't know of Florence passing until today. Please know that I will keep you all in my prayers. She loved you girls. Everyday at DSS , she would speak of you all.
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Lynette Williams
October 14, 2021
I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious mom. She was always so kind and it was obvious how much she loved each of you! Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
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Connie Sullivan Miller
October 13, 2021
So sorry for your loss thinking of you all with love and prayers
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Denise Scronce
October 13, 2021
Denise, Nancy and Penny, I am so sorry to hear this news and wish i had known before the service. When I was in college, I worked a DSS one summer doing filing for their backlog of paperwork. I loved stopping by and chatting with your mom every day, several times a day. ... Continue Reading
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BARBARA STROUD
October 13, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers .
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Janet Sharpe
October 12, 2021
Penny and Nancy so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was a sweet lady, and very pretty. My love and prayers to you both and your family.
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Sandra Pridgen
October 12, 2021
Sorry for the loss of your sweet Mother and Grandmother. She always looked beautiful, and I know she will be missed by all the family. Prayers for peace and comfort at this difficult time.
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Betty McCullen Britt
October 11, 2021
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Bessie Underwood
October 12, 2021
So sorry to hear of the passing of your love one, Florence Latimer. She was such a kind and sweet person. My sincere condolences to the family.