1931
2016
Buck Wooten, 85, of 313 Rockledge Rd, New Bern passed away Thursday, November 24, 2016 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC. He was born October 21, 1931 to the late John Council Wooten and Mildred Croom Wooten.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Peggie Thompson Wooten; 3 daughters, Sandra Franks (Jesse) of New Bern, and Susan Robinson (Tim) of Raleigh, and Sharon Ward (Richard) of New Bern; sister Dorla Guyton of Morehead City; and grandchildren, Christopher Riggs (Alisha), Cody Franks (Laura), Stephen Robinson (Sheridan), Tracie Brown (Jason), Summer Bohm (David), Bryan Robinson (Jamie), Shelly Whitehead (Corey), Elizabeth Ward and Catherine Ward; and 9 great grandchildren.
Buck was a member of First Baptist Church, where he formerly served as a deacon. He loved his Lord and was a loving husband, father, and amazing "Daddy Buck" to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was also a member of St. John's Masonic Lodge No. 3, New Bern Scottish Rite Bodies and the Sudan Shriners.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Monday, November 28, 2016 at Cotten Funeral Home, followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Richard Seagle officiating. Burial will be at Greenleaf Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to First Baptist Church Senior Adult Activities, 239 Middle Street, New Bern, NC 28560. Friends are invited to share memories and sign the online guest book by visiting www.cottenfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory.
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December 24, 2016
Jeanne Huhn
So very sorry for the great loss of Buck! He was one of my favorite men always so kind and loving. He had the best sense of humor, also! He is with my mom now in heaven and with His Lord and Savior! I just found out today! Every member of his family will be in my thoughts and prayers! Loved him so very much! What a great man of God and family man! He will be missed by all who knew Buck! God received another special, angel!
November 30, 2016
Janice Dawson
Dear Sharon,
Thinking of you and all of your family at this sad time.
Janice Dawson
November 29, 2016
Sandy Merchant
Sharon, I'm so sorry about the loss of your father. Hugs & prayers to you & your family.
November 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Buck and I are first cousins, but rarely saw each other. May God bless your family. Love, Nicky Croom, Kinston
November 27, 2016
Tom and Judi Horne
We were so sorry to hear of Buck's passing. He was such a kind, sweet man with a heart of gold. We pray that the precious memories that you all have of your times together will help to ease the pain in your heart. Our prayers are with you and your family.
November 27, 2016
"Linda and I share the grief and sorrow with Buck's passing and the void he leaves for everyone who ever knew him. Daddy Buck will be missed by all.
Gene and Linda Riggs
November 27, 2016
"Linda and I share the grief and sorrow with Buck's passing and the void he leaves for everyone who ever knew him. Daddy Buck will be missed by all.
Gene and Linda Riggs
November 26, 2016
Phillip Edwards
No words can express how all of you are feeling at this time.My thoughts are of the wonderful years Buck shared with each of us .The love and caring ways he had for each life he touched.No one ever did without when he was around and that quiet chuckle he had you knew he was pleased with what you had said.I loved that man and he will always be in my heart as well as his family.May the Lord hold you Buck in his arms you will truly be missed here on this earth but the Angels are singing now.
November 26, 2016
Jimmy&Debbie Ruffin
So sorry for your loss Chris Riggs and family. I know from Chris' conversations that he was and still is dear to your hearts. Have comfort that he is now in a better place with no pain or sorrow, and you will see him again in Glory. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow and loss.
November 26, 2016
Kim Mills
My heart aches for your entire family Sharon! Your dad was like a second dad to me growing up and I will miss him dearly. Hugs to you, mama P and the entire family.
November 26, 2016
Rieko Evans
I knew it would be inevitable but when it became too obvious to be not able to keep you here near Peggie, Sandra, Susan, Sharon and all of your family including me it was a saddest Morning. God needed you more up in Heaven, I know, and you are no longer suffering, that's our solace. Goodbye Buck, You will be forever remembered until I come up there and give you a hug. I will visit you at Greenleaf often. Love, Rieko
November 25, 2016
Jackie Riggs Robey Haines
Just saw a post on Jason's page - I am so very sorry to hear about Buck. The fond memories of him and my Daddy will make me smile forever. Such a shock to hear especially with the holidays here. I will keep all of the family in my prayers - I am so happy that Peggy has so many strong shoulders to lean on and her three daughters for support. And to the grandchildren, so sorry that you guys have to go through this again. Family is precious and fragile - please let me know if I can do anything for any of you - and I truly mean that. Love and hugs to all.
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