Katherine Weaver Obituary Katherine Edwards Weaver December 2, 1930 － December 13, 2023 Franklin － Katherine Edwards Weaver, 93, passed away on December 13, 2023 in East Pavilion with her loving and devoted daughter by her side. She was born on December 2, 1930, in Sunbeam, VA and was a daughter of the late Luther Thomas Edwards and Elma Britt Edwards. She was also predeceased by her husband, James Weldon Weaver; a sister, Martha E. Bishop; a brother L. T. Edwards, Jr.; and several half siblings, Grace Whitfield, Mamie Wilson, Vassie Shelton, and Marvin Edwards. Katherine worked for Union Camp Corporation for 34 years as a paper tester in the humidity room, the lab, and later as the phone system operator and cashier in the main office where she came to know so many and where all who met her would be met with a sweet smiling face. She will be remembered for her sweet and kind ways and love towards all. Katherine would always prepare a pie or food for anyone that she knew needed comfort or that just needed to be remembered. She was a former member the Southampton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She grew up attending Sunbeam Baptist Church and was presently a member of Franklin Presbyterian Church. She loved butterflies, flowers, working in the yard and planting flower beds. Many memorable trips were made through the years to Branson, Nashville, White Lake, NC, Nags Head, Washington, DC, and our beloved Myrtle Beach. She loved to go shopping and most anywhere with her daughter at her side. Katherine loved her family and never forgot to send her siblings a birthday card each year. She loved animals and always had a beloved family pet. She was very caring and faithful to her family and siblings and was always there in times of sickness or need. She lived a strong faith in God and instilled this faith daily in her daughter and many of her family and friends. Her journey in life influenced many in such loving and positive ways. Katherine had much determination and strived daily to provide for her daughter and see that she grew up to receive a college education. Her love and loyalty for her daughter and family never faltered and remained steadfast throughout her life. Katherine is lovingly remembered and survived by her daughter Kaye Weaver; her Bichon Grand Dogs, Ben and Jerry; three brothers, Cecil E. Edwards, William R. "Bill" Edwards, and Robert J. "Bobby" Edwards, all of Franklin; and many nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly. A Funeral Service will be held at 2PM Saturday, December 16, 2023 in Wright Funeral Home with Rev. Hoyle Green officiating. Burial will follow in Poplar Spring Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30PM Friday in the funeral home and suggests that memorial donations be made to Franklin Presbyterian Church. Her daughter would like to thank Traditions Health Hospice for their care, support and love, and her nurse Siobhan, Chaplain David, and the many angels present throughout her journey at East Pavilion nursing home. She is eternally grateful to her private caregivers Martha Raiford, Nancy Wright, Angelina Smith, and Earnestine Mallory. Thank you for being her angels of love and our extended family over the past year. God bless you all. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory － Franklin on Dec. 15, 2023. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Katherine-Weaver 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/katherine-weaver-obituary?id=53845241 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Katherine Edwards Weaver, 93, passed away on 13 December 2023. Born on 2 December 1930 in Sunbeam, VA, she worked for Union Camp Corporation for 34 years. Katherine was known for her kindness and love of family. She enjoyed nature, travel, and shopping with her daughter. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A funeral service was held at 2 PM on 16 December 2023 at Wright Funeral Home, with Rev. Hoyle Green officiating. Burial followed in Poplar Spring Cemetery. The family received friends on 15 December from 6 to 7:30 PM at the funeral home. ### The Edited Obituary Katherine Edwards Weaver December 2, 1930 - December 13, 2023 Franklin - Katherine Edwards Weaver, 93, passed away on 13 December 2023 in East Pavilion with her loving and devoted daughter by her side. She was born on 2 December 1930, in Sunbeam, VA and was a daughter of the late Luther Thomas Edwards and Elma Britt Edwards. She was also predeceased by her husband, James Weldon Weaver; a sister, Martha E. Bishop; a brother L. T. Edwards, Jr.; and several half siblings, Grace Whitfield, Mamie Wilson, Vassie Shelton, and Marvin Edwards. Katherine worked for Union Camp Corporation for 34 years as a paper tester in the humidity room, the lab, and later as the phone system operator and cashier in the main office where she came to know so many and where all who met her would be met with a sweet smiling face. She will be remembered for her sweet and kind ways and love towards all. Katherine would always prepare a pie or food for anyone that she knew needed comfort or that just needed to be remembered. She was a former member of the Southampton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She grew up attending Sunbeam Baptist Church and was presently a member of Franklin Presbyterian Church. She loved butterflies, flowers, working in the yard and planting flower beds. Many memorable trips were made through the years to Branson, Nashville, White Lake, NC, Nags Head, Washington, DC, and our beloved Myrtle Beach. She loved to go shopping and most anywhere with her daughter at her side. Katherine loved her family and never forgot to send her siblings a birthday card each year. She loved animals and always had a beloved family pet. She was very caring and faithful to her family and siblings and was always there in times of sickness or need. She lived a strong faith in God and instilled this faith daily in her daughter and many of her family and friends. Her journey in life influenced many in such loving and positive ways. Katherine had much determination and strived daily to provide for her daughter and see that she grew up to receive a college education. Her love and loyalty for her daughter and family never faltered and remained steadfast throughout her life. Katherine is lovingly remembered and survived by her daughter Kaye Weaver; her Bichon Grand Dogs, Ben and Jerry; three brothers, Cecil E. Edwards, William R. "Bill" Edwards, and Robert J. "Bobby" Edwards, all of Franklin; and many nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly. A Funeral Service will be held at 2 PM Saturday, 16 December 2023 in Wright Funeral Home with Rev. Hoyle Green officiating. Burial will follow in Poplar Spring Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 PM Friday in the funeral home and suggests that memorial donations be made to Franklin Presbyterian Church. Her daughter would like to thank Traditions Health Hospice for their care, support and love, and her nurse Siobhan, Chaplain David, and the many angels present throughout her journey at East Pavilion nursing home. She is eternally grateful to her private caregivers Martha Raiford, Nancy Wright, Angelina Smith, and Earnestine Mallory. Thank you for being her angels of love and our extended family over the past year. God bless you all. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Katherine Edwards Weaver | |---------|-------------------------------------------| | Age | 93 | | Birth | 2 December 1930; Sunbeam, VA | | Death | 13 December 2023; East Pavilion, Franklin | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |--------------------------|--------------------------|-------------------------------| | Katherine Edwards Weaver | Decedent | Franklin | | James Weldon Weaver | Predeceased Spouse | -- | | Luther Thomas Edwards | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Elma Britt Edwards | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Kaye Weaver | Child | Unknown | | Cecil E. Edwards | Sibling | Franklin | | William R. Edwards | Sibling | Franklin | | Robert J. Edwards | Sibling | Franklin | | Martha E. Bishop | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | L. T. Edwards, Jr. | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Grace Whitfield | Predeceased Half-Sibling | -- | | Mamie Wilson | Predeceased Half-Sibling | -- | | Vassie Shelton | Predeceased Half-Sibling | -- | | Marvin Edwards | Predeceased Half-Sibling | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Worked for Union Camp Corporation for 34 years 2. Roles included paper tester in humidity room, lab worker, phone system operator, and cashier in main office 3. Known for her sweet and kind ways 4. Former member of the Southampton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary 5. Grew up attending Sunbeam Baptist Church 6. Member of Franklin Presbyterian Church at time of passing 7. Enjoyed butterflies, flowers, and working in the yard 8. Loved traveling to places like Branson, Nashville, White Lake, NC, Nags Head, Washington, DC, and Myrtle Beach 9. Enjoyed shopping and going out with her daughter 10. Sent birthday cards to siblings annually 11. Animal lover who always had a family pet 12. Known for her strong faith in God 13. Determined to provide for her daughter and ensure she received a college education 14. Had two Bichon "Grand Dogs" named Ben and Jerry ### Publication Details | Place | Name | Date | |------------|----------------------------------------------|------------------| | Legacy.com | Wright Funeral Home and Crematory , Franklin | 15 December 2023 |