Katie Eddins Vance, 89, of Zebulon, NC, finished her journey here on Earth and went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
Katie was born on March 13, 1936, in Wakefield, NC, a daughter of the late Hubert Herman Eddins and late Martha Manning Eddins. She was graduate of Meredith College where she received a double major in English and Music. She was an English teacher for the Atlanta public school system. She was a member of Wakefield Central Baptist Church. She was a professional pianist and organist and played at many churches in the area. In her spare time, she enjoyed shoe shopping. She loved her friends and family dearly.
She was married to the love of her life, John Dalas Vance, Sr., who predeceased her on May 29, 2020.
She is survived by a daughter, Kathe Vance, and husband, Colin Farnsworth; a daughter-in-law, Beverly; two grandchildren, Lauren Vance and Lee Vance and wife, Kelsi; and a brother, Wilson Eddins.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by a son, Dr. John D. Vance, Jr.; and a brother, Franklin Eddins.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 10 AM at Strickland Funeral Home with the Reverend Jack Glasgow officiating. A private interment will take place in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens at a later date.
Strickland Funeral Home and Crematory, 211 W. Third St., Wendell, NC, 27591, 919-365-3612, is serving the Vance family.
Katie Eddins Vance
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Katie Joyce was one of my favorites cousins of the Manning-Green families! She had a kind spirit and and an infectious laugh that made us all feel good! Billy and I send love and prayers to Kathe, Colin, Wilson and all her family. There is comfort knowing she is healthy today and is with John, Johnny, Martha, Bubba, Franklin and all her special Manning, Green and Eddins relatives!
Harry and I loved John and Katie. They were very special people at WCBC.
My heart is saddened by the loss of another dear first cousin. Katie, Franklin, Wilson, Aunt Martha and Uncle Herman were always important and special to our Green family. We spent many happy hours together both in childhood and adulthood. Katie was always an accepting and kind lady, cousin and friend, and I know she will be missed by many. I agree with Betsy – she had a wonderful chuckle/laugh that was easily and often “expressed.” It was amazing how she faced every physical challenge that came her way with courage and grace. You were a wonderful daughter and caregiver for Katie, Kathe, and we’re praying for you, Colin, Wilson and all your family. I can just imagine the multitude of Vances, Eddins, Mannings and Greens who welcomed her into Heaven, Rest in peace, dear Katie. You were loved!
Very loving person rest easy now Mrs.Katie 🙏❤️🦋
Katie Joyce was well-loved by many! As a young girl, I looked forward to seeing Katie and her family each time they came to visit Aunt Martha and Uncle Herman (“Bubba”) because that meant not only did I get to see her and John, but also Johnny and Kathe! A bonus would be if Kathe also brought their dog! As sad as I am now to learn of Katie’s passing from this earthly life, I take comfort in knowing that she is now no longer sick or in pain, but, instead, is rejoicing in Heaven with God, our Father, and the rest of her family who predeceased her in death. I will continue to remember and pray for Wilson, Kathe, Colin, and the rest of Katie’s family.
My Love and prayers to all of the remaining family . She was a dear friend all of my life…..
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