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Robert Wayne Jessup

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Birth	:	9 Jul 1928
Death	:	8 Jul 2021 Dobson, Surry County, North Carolina, USA
Burial	:	Pilot Mountain City Cemetery, Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate	:	36.3918343, -80.4809418
Description	:	Robert Wayne Jessup, 92, of Pilot Mountain, passed away peacefully at Woltz Hospice Home on July 8, 2021. Born July 9, 1928, the son of Robert and Drucilla Cook Jessup. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, two sons and daughters-in-law: Brent (Kathy) Jessup, Chet (Sharon) Jessup, and two grandchildren, Austin Robert Jessup and Elizabeth Marion Jessup, two sisters Nell J. Baker (Bill) and Gail J. Durham. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, three sisters, and the love of his life, his wife for 60 years, Frances Gordon Jessup. Wayne grew up on the family... Read More	Robert Wayne Jessup, 92, of Pilot Mountain, passed away peacefully at Woltz Hospice Home on July 8, 2021. Born July 9, 1928, the son of Robert and Drucilla Cook Jessup. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, two sons and daughters-in-law: Brent (Kathy) Jessup, Chet (Sharon) Jessup, and two grandchildren, Austin Robert Jessup and Elizabeth Marion Jessup, two sisters Nell J. Baker (Bill) and Gail J. Durham. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, three sisters, and the love of his life, his wife for 60 years, Frances Gordon Jessup. Wayne grew up on the family farm in Westfield. He was drafted into the U.S. Army and honorably discharged. Wayne tended the farm for many years in addition to a 28-year career at R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company as a packing machine operator. He devoted his time away from work to his family and church. Wayne cherished time with his children and grandchildren instilling in them his love, faith, and strong work ethic. His interest included UNC basketball, women's basketball, NASCAR, and singing gospel music. Wayne was a competitive "Rook" and "Checkers" expert and loved all kinds of desserts for his sweet tooth. He also enjoyed his "meal" families at the Squeeze Box and Hardee's. Wayne was a charter member of Friendly Chapel Church and was the oldest living member. He was an integral part during construction of the church and maintained the grounds for several years. Wayne served as a deacon and was a member of the choir for more than 50 years. Mr. Jessup will lie in state at Cox-Needham Funeral Home on Friday, July 16th and Saturday, July 17th. Funeral services will be conducted at Friendly Chapel Church in Pilot Mountain, on Sunday, July 18, 2021, at 3:00pm. The family will greet friends at 2:00pm on Sunday at Friendly Chapel Church prior to the service. Bro. Ryan Whitt will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Pilot Mountain City Cemetery. Cox-Needham Funeral Home is respectfully serving the Jessup family. Online condolences may be made at www.coxneedham.com .

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Where is Robert Wayne Jessup's memorial?
Robert Wayne Jessup's memorial is located at: Pilot Mountain City Cemetery, Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA.
When did Robert Wayne Jessup death?
Robert Wayne Jessup death on 8 Jul 2021 in Dobson, Surry County, North Carolina, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Robert Wayne Jessup's memorial?
Latitude: 36.3918343
Longitude: -80.4809418

Family Members:

Parent

Robert Lee “Bob” Jessup

(1890 - 1948)

Drucilla Cook Jessup

(1890 - 1988)

Spouse

Frances Geraldine Gordon Jessup

(1932 - 2011)

Siblings

James Monroe Jessup

(1915 - 1917)

Virginia Ruth Jessup Jessup

(1917 - 2003)

Boyd Rufus Jessup

(1919 - 1999)

Rachel “Peg” Jessup

(1922 - 2010)

Betty Lois Jessup Tilley

(1925 - 2019)

Infant Boy Jessup

(1932 - 1932)

Jean Gail Jessup Durham

(1937 - unknow)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Pilot Mountain City Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3918343, -80.4809418

2. Green Family Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3956630, -80.4833990

3. Lovells Chapel Church Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3879160, -80.4652290

4. Tucker-Stone Cemetery
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Coordinate: 36.3990000, -80.4954167

5. Bennett Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3988991, -80.4957962

6. Rescue Baptist Church Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3898080, -80.4613240

7. Beulahland Baptist Church Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4037330, -80.4954900

8. John Denny Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3755989, -80.4910965

9. John Wesley Hill Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4000282, -80.5012817

10. Stone Family Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3695070, -80.4689960

11. Friendly Chapel Church Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3635292, -80.4816132

12. Whitakers Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3763008, -80.5105057

13. Sulphur Springs Baptist Church Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4074440, -80.5108871

14. Lawrence Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3716080, -80.4537230

15. Hills Presbyterian Church Cemetery
Hills Grove, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4234161, -80.4621658

16. Captain Bill Wilson Family Cemetery
Brims Grove, Stokes County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4168750, -80.4405590

17. Worth Cemetery
Ararat, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4180130, -80.5205710

18. Jessup Family Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4282990, -80.4563980

19. McDaniel Family Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4285800, -80.4560500

20. Carey Bird Denny Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3582000, -80.5177500

21. Hills Village Family Cemetery
Hills Grove, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4352200, -80.4594500

22. Ararat-Cedar Hill Primitive Baptist Church
Cedar Hill, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3671265, -80.5306778

23. Cox Cemetery
Pilot Mountain, Surry County, USA
Coordinate: 36.3743890, -80.5353890

24. Brim Family Cemetery
Stokes County, USA
Coordinate: 36.4026952, -80.4201749