Rolo Lassiter Obituary Rolo Turner Lassiter, Jr. September 20, 1931 - April 24, 2023 Boykins - Rolo Turner Lassiter, Jr. passed away at home in Boykins on April 24, 2023. Born in Whitakers, NC, on September 20, 1931, he was the son of the late Lorelle Taylor Lassiter and Rolo Turner Lassiter. He was predeceased by his parents, a brother, Eddie Lassiter and two sisters, Irene Ford and Ella Pearce. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dorothy Edwards Lassiter, their children, Rolo T. Lassiter, III and his wife Pammy, Lisa Haver and her husband David, and Lil Hawthorne and her husband Johnny. He was a beloved "Gramps" to six grandchildren: Joey Lassiter and his wife Cassie; Dr. Brian Haver and his wife Maggie; Grant Haver and his wife Stephanie; Will Hawthorne and his wife Rachel; Ashton Hawthorne; and Ann Morgan Hawthorne. Four great-grandchildren will remember him fondly: Lily Marie Lassiter, Luka Stephen Lassiter, Lucien Turner Haver, and Henley Claire Hawthorne. He is also survived by the Edwards Family. A graduate of Boykins High School, R. T went on to attend N. C. State University before returning to Boykins to become president of White and Lassiter Timber Co. R. T. served as the Boykin's Lions Club president, Zone Chairman and State Awards Chairman, and, as a 70-year Mason, he served as both master and District Deputy. Additionally, R. T. served on the Boykins Town Council. Beyond this service to the community in and around Boykins, R. T. was also a veteran and a member of the American Legion. He was committed to serving not just his peers, but the younger generation as well: R. T. served as a Boy Scout leader for 30 years, receiving many awards including the Baptist for Scouting award, and he taught the youth Sunday School class at Boykins Baptist Church. As a further outpouring of his devoted faith and service to the Lord, he was a life deacon and choir member of Boykins Baptist, taught the Ladies Bible Class, and went on several mission trips with the church. The funeral will be held Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 2:00 in Boykins Baptist Church. Memorial donations may be made to Boykins Baptist Church or Boykins Masonic Lodge. www. wrightfuneralhome. org Rolo Lassiter Obituary (1931 - 2023) - Boykins, VA - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Rolo-Lassiter-Jr 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/rolo-lassiter-obituary?id=51714796 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/Rolo-T-Lassiter/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Rolo Turner Lassiter, Jr. passed away on 24 April 2023 in Boykins. Born on 20 September 1931 in Whitakers, NC, he was survived by his wife Dorothy, their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He served in various community roles and was a veteran. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services The funeral for Rolo Turner Lassiter, Jr. was held on 26 April 2023 at Boykins Baptist Church. Memorial donations were requested for Boykins Baptist Church or Boykins Masonic Lodge. ### The Edited Obituary Rolo Lassiter Obituary Rolo Turner Lassiter, Jr. 20 September 1931 - 24 April 2023 Boykins - Rolo Turner Lassiter, Jr. passed away at home in Boykins on 24 April 2023. Born in Whitakers, NC, on 20 September 1931, he was the son of the late Lorelle Taylor Lassiter and Rolo Turner Lassiter. He was predeceased by his parents, a brother, Eddie Lassiter and two sisters, Irene Ford and Ella Pearce. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dorothy Edwards Lassiter, their children, Rolo T. Lassiter, III and his wife Pammy, Lisa Haver and her husband David, and Lil Hawthorne and her husband Johnny. He was a beloved "Gramps" to six grandchildren: Joey Lassiter and his wife Cassie; Dr. Brian Haver and his wife Maggie; Grant Haver and his wife Stephanie; Will Hawthorne and his wife Rachel; Ashton Hawthorne; and Ann Morgan Hawthorne. Four great-grandchildren will remember him fondly: Lily Marie Lassiter, Luka Stephen Lassiter, Lucien Turner Haver, and Henley Claire Hawthorne. He is also survived by the Edwards Family. A graduate of Boykins High School, R. T went on to attend N. C. State University before returning to Boykins to become president of White and Lassiter Timber Co. R. T. served as the Boykins Lions Club president, Zone Chairman and State Awards Chairman, and, as a 70-year Mason, he served as both master and District Deputy. Additionally, R. T. served on the Boykins Town Council. Beyond this service to the community in and around Boykins, R. T. was also a veteran and a member of the American Legion. He was committed to serving not just his peers, but the younger generation as well: R. T. served as a Boy Scout leader for 30 years, receiving many awards including the Baptist for Scouting award, and he taught the youth Sunday School class at Boykins Baptist Church. As a further outpouring of his devoted faith and service to the Lord, he was a life deacon and choir member of Boykins Baptist, taught the Ladies Bible Class, and went on several mission trips with the church. The funeral will be held Wednesday, 26 April 2023 at 2:00 in Boykins Baptist Church. Memorial donations may be made to Boykins Baptist Church or Boykins Masonic Lodge. www.wrightfuneralhome.org Rolo Lassiter Obituary (1931 - 2023) - Boykins, VA ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Rolo Turner Lassiter, Jr. | |---------|----------------------------------| | Age | 91 | | Birth | 20 September 1931; Whitakers, NC | | Death | 24 April 2023; Boykins | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |---------------------------|---------------------|-------------| | Rolo Turner Lassiter, Jr. | Decedent | Boykins, VA | | Dorothy Edwards Lassiter | Spouse | Boykins, VA | | Lorelle Taylor Lassiter | Predeceased Parent | --- | | Rolo Turner Lassiter | Predeceased Parent | --- | | Rolo T. Lassiter, III | Child | Unknown | | Lisa Haver | Child | Unknown | | Lil Hawthorne | Child | Unknown | | Joey Lassiter | Grandchild | Unknown | | Dr. Brian Haver | Grandchild | Unknown | | Grant Haver | Grandchild | Unknown | | Will Hawthorne | Grandchild | Unknown | | Ashton Hawthorne | Grandchild | Unknown | | Ann Morgan Hawthorne | Grandchild | Unknown | | Eddie Lassiter | Predeceased Sibling | --- | | Irene Ford | Predeceased Sibling | --- | | Ella Pearce | Predeceased Sibling | --- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Graduate of Boykins High School 2. Attended N. C. State University 3. President of White and Lassiter Timber Co. 4. Served as Boykins Lions Club president, Zone Chairman, and State Awards Chairman 5. 70-year Mason, served as both master and District Deputy 6. Served on the Boykins Town Council 7. Veteran and member of the American Legion 8. Boy Scout leader for 30 years 9. Received Baptist for Scouting award 10. Taught youth Sunday School class at Boykins Baptist Church 11. Life deacon and choir member of Boykins Baptist Church 12. Taught the Ladies Bible Class 13. Participated in several mission trips with the church