Mary Ann Rivenbark, 96, of Burgaw, a caring mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed gently from her earthly life on Sunday, March 15, 2015 at Leland House.

She was born June 19, 1918 in Pender County, the daughter of the late Herbert and Josephine Rackley Blanton. She was also preceded in death by her sons, Danny Ray Rivenbark and Ronny S. Rivenbark; and sisters, Hazel Wood, Vada English and Eileen Fussell

Ann is survived by her daughters, Gloria R. Herman (Jeffry) and Patricia R. Pridgen (Dennis "Pat"); daughters-in-law, Sandra Rivenbark and Vicki Rivenbark; ten grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and extended family.

First and foremost Ann was a devout Christian and was a faithful member of First Assembly of God in Wallace as long as her health permitted. She was the BEST mom and a loving grandmother with a gentle spirit, but had a firm hand when it came to discipline. Being a good cook and wonderful homemaker, she created a home filled with love and sunshine. Ann loved the outdoors, especially working in her yard. Mary's sweet, sweet spirit, her steadfast faith in her Lord and her gentle smile will always be remembered.

The family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Burgaw Chapel with service at 11:00 a.m. The Reverend Leo Bracken will officiate with burial to follow in Riverview Memorial Park. Casketbearers will be Micah Pridgen, Sidney Lanier, Mitchell Wooten, Ken MacGillivray, Chris Rivembark and Jeff Herman.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
The family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Burgaw Chapel with service at 11:00 a.m. The Reverend Leo Bracken will officiate with burial to follow in Riverview Memorial Park. Casketbearers will be Micah Pridgen, Sidney Lanier, Mitchell Wooten, Ken MacGillivray, Chris Rivembark and Jeff Herman.