ATKINSON — Annie Mae Hargrove Wallace, 95, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and God’s faithful servant, was called to her heavenly home Friday, Dec. 29, 2017.
She was born Aug. 15, 1922, in Wilmington, the daughter of the late Alexander and Flora Kelly Hargrove. Also remembered is her beloved husband, Tommy Wallace; son, Thomas Hargrove “Spunky” Wallace; five sisters; and two brothers, all who preceded Annie Mae in death.
Annie Mae is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Anita and Willis Moore; son, Jessie Leon “Snooky” Wallace; grandchildren, Michael Moore (Sham), Tina Wallace, Tonya Wallace and Jacob Wallace; great-grandchildren, Brandon Moore, Christina Moore (Bri), Jessica Wallace, Hannah Wallace and Joshua Wallace; two great-great-granddaughters, Starr and Alexis; and many nieces and nephews.
Annie Mae was a faithful member of Caswell Presbyterian Church for many years. In 1940, Annie Mae opened her beauty shop, where she helped to make the ladies of Atkinson beautiful until her retirement in 1996.
Not only was Annie Mae a devoted wife and a wonderful mother, grandmother, and sister, but a generous friend to all who knew her. She created a home filled with love, laughter and good cooking. Annie Mae’s sweet, sweet spirit and beautiful smile will remain in our minds and hearts.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 31, at Caswell Presbyterian Church with Randa Scott, CRE; Richard Wurtzel, CRE; and the Rev. William Moore officiating. Burial will follow in Woodcock Cemetery.
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