Hannah Mercer Cashwell
October 27, 1927 ~ August 18, 2020
ROCKY MOUNT - Hannah Mercer Cashwell, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2020. Born in Columbus County, NC on October 27, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Frazier Mercer and Alma Mercer. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Manley Cashwell, as well as 2 brothers and 3 sisters.
Hannah is survived by her sister Betty Lou Bennett; her son, Robert Cashwell; her daughter Rose C. Parks (Ross); grandchildren Matthew (Amber), Andrew (Jamie), Zachary (Rebecca), Samuel, Rebekah, and Makayla; great-grand children Kara, Rylee, Ashlynn, Evelyn, Penelope, Isla, and Hudson; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Hannah taught the second and third grades for many years. Her teaching career began in Columbus County during WWII. After the war, she enrolled at East Carolina College, graduated with a Bachelors degree in education, began teaching at West Edgecombe School, and finished her career at N.E.W. Christian Academy. After retirement, her activities included volunteer tutoring, visiting home bound church members, delivering food for Meals on Wheels, and being a member of the West Edgecombe Homemakers Club. For over half a century, she was a faithful member of West Edgecombe Baptist Church.
The family would like to thank the staff at Spring Arbor and Hospice for the care they provided.
A private family funeral will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the memorial fund at West Edgecombe Baptist Church. During this time, it is understandable that family and friends would like to visit and express their sympathy. You may contact the family by placing an online condolence on our website or send a card. Again, we understand this is a difficult time, but we encourage exhibiting safety and courtesy to everyone involved in these services.
Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.
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In memory of Hannah Mercer Cashwell, Gail Chewning Proctot lit a candle
My deepest sympathy to Rose and her family and to Dan. Your mom was compassionate lady, best school teacher,prayer warrior and Bible scholar. Her smile was radiant,her comments so sincere . I have truly missed visting her since March. God give you all peace and mercy. Cherish memories of good times and her love til you meet at pearly gates of heaven. No doubt she is happy with your dad worshipping Jesus together again. In Christian love, Tom and Martha Lancaster Barnes
Rose and Dan, my prayers are with you.
sweet sweet lady..my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
I pray God give Rose,Dan and grandchildren peace,mercy and hope. Ms Cashwell was compassionate, teacher, loving Christian and Bible scholar. Her words were soft spoken and received in love. Iwas blessed to know her as family of God at West Edgecombe Baptist church and as teacher at West Edgecombe School. I enjoyed visiting her at Spring Arbor and have missed our conversations since March. In Christian sympathy, Martha Lancaster Barnes and husband Tom.
Dan and Rose, So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing, she was such a nice person and I always enjoyed my brief chats with her when bringing her stew. Both your mother and father were there for everyone and helped so many students at WE and people in the community as well. You were truly blessed to have them as your parents.
Dan- I’m sorry that I am just now offering my condolences, I’m living in Missouri now and just learned of your mom’s passing. I remember her as such a kind and loving woman and I know the loss you must feel. I’m grateful for the time I had to know her. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you.
In memory of Hannah Mercer Cashwell, Christina Manning lit a candle