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William Arthur Van Dyke

May 14, 1967 ~ September 7, 2019

Rocky Mount - William, beloved husband of Susan J. Van Dyke, died unexpectedly on September 7, 2019. He is a graduate of East Duplin High School, Beulaville, NC. He worked as an air conditioning mechanic and construction worker. He met his wife, Susan, in 1991, and they married a year later in Whitakers, NC. Will was a talented artist and lover of all things outdoors. His motorcycle and Labrador retriever, Duke, was his constant companions over the past few years. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need, and was a true country gentleman. He is survived by his wife, and many cousins in the Duplin County area. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations are welcome to the Harold Cooley Library in Nashville, NC. Thank you to Nash General Hospital Emergency Staff, and Dr. Grace Jere. 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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  1. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed by the Tharrington family, especially Cody and Joseph. David and Joann Tharrington

  2. Susan, I am so sorry to hear about your loss, You will certainly be in my prayers and thoughts. Will was a very fine artist, I have the pictures he drew hanging in my new house.

  3. Susan, my heart is saddened for you, my good friend. May the memories you have of the many years you shared with Will sustain you. May God’s love strengthen you and bring you peace. You are in my prayers. Sarah Bailey


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