Brenda Rogers Whitehurst

Brenda Gail Rogers Whitehurst, age 76, passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022. Born in Rocky Mount, NC on November 19, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Stephen William Rogers and Mary Ida Hardy Rogers. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Danny Stephen Rogers.

Brenda was a member of Englewood Baptist Church. She enjoyed working in her yard, helping dear friends, and spoiling her grandson. Brenda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Left to cherish her memories are her husband of 54 years, William “Bill” Roy Whitehurst, Jr. of the home; her son, Chris Whitehurst and wife, Tracy, of Rocky Mount; her grandson, Ayden Whitehurst; and multiple close cousins and lifelong friends.

A Funeral Service to celebrate Brenda’s life will be held on Friday, June 3, 2022, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Charles Taylor officiating. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.

Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.