Anna Carter Dwiggins

Obituary: Anna Carter Dwiggins, 86, formerly of Kannapolis, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2015 in Nokesville, Virginia, where she had been living with her daughter, son-in-law, and grandson. She was born December 6, 1928 in Rowan County, the daughter of the late Levi Carter and Susie Bissell Carter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Leroy Dwiggins, her son, Thomas Brian Dwiggins and granddaughter Catherine Burgess Anna had previously worked at Cannon Mills and was a member of North Kannapolis United Methodist Church where she served as Church Secretary as well as membership in the UMW and Autumn Friends senior citizens group. She was a 1947 graduate of Cannon High School. The youngest of 11 children, Anna was raised during a time of great sacrifice and commitment. She was a true and faithful servant of God and through his son, Jesus Christ, she bore witness to his ministry to those who knew her. She was an active choir member and also participated at church-sponsored meals and events. She was deeply loved for her compassion among her friends and relatives. She enjoyed gardening and received great joy in providing for hummingbirds during the summer. As a mother, she imparted many life lessons as well as unconditional love for her children. Her grandchildren were a great source of pride and she felt a special love for her great-grandchild. In later years, her health declined but not her spirit. Even though her memory failed, she continued to engage her mind by reading and enjoyed lively conversation with everyone who visited when she returned for brief visits back to Kannapolis. She had a well-lived life and her presence will forever influence and be a part of the memory of those who loved her. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at North Kannapolis United Methodist Church, 1307 N. Main St., Kannapolis, NC, officiated by Rev. Ron Hartman. The family will receive friends beginning at 2:00 PM, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 PM. Interment will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. She is survived by a daughter, Julia Dwiggins Burgess (Mike) of Nokesville, Va., two sons, Robert Alan Dwiggins (Sonia) of Kannapolis and James Edward Dwiggins (Maurya) of Charlotte, 3 grandchildren, Anna Moring Stanley (Jason), Steven Dwiggins, Owen Burgess, great grandchild, Kemp Stanley, a sister, Eunice Haigler of Marshville as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the North Kannapolis UMC Building Fund. Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com
Visitation: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Saturday August 8, 2015 North Kannapolis United Methodist Church

Service: 3:00pm Saturday August 8, 2015 North Kannapolis United Methodist Church

Interment: Carolina Memorial Park Kannapolis, NC