Thomas Fulton, Father of Regina Harris Passes

By: Sotheastern Conference
Date: 02/03/10
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Thomas Preston Fulton, Sr., the father of Regina Harris, principal of Miami Union Academy, passed away on January 27, 2010.   The funeral is scheduled for Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ephesus SDA Church, of Winston-Salem, N.C.

Russell Funeral Home
822 Carl Russell Avenue
Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101
Phone 336-722-3459
www.russellfuneralservice.com

Ephesus SDA Church
1225 North Cleveland Avemue
Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101
Phone: 336-724-0491

Mrs. Mary Fulton (Mrs. Harris Mother)
3850 Draper Street
Winston-Salem, N.C. 27105
Phone: 336-767-0385

Thomas Preston Sr., was born on July 27, 1927 to David and Eleanor Fulton in Manning, SC. The family, which included his parents and two brothers, Roland and Herman, made their home in Winston-Salem, NC soon after his birth. This is where he graduated from the original Atkins High School in 1944, and then served in the U.S. Army and ultimately retired from RJ Reynolds Tobacco, NC Baptist Hospital and WS/FCS. He was raised in, what is now known as, St. Paul United Methodist Church, but later converted and became a member of Ephesus SDA Church where he served in numerous capacities, 1 of which was as 1st Elder.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his two brothers; and his grandson, Christopher Harris He worked a number of years in a number of areas so that he could provide for his devoted wife of 60 years, Mary Willis Fulton; as well as his 5 children, Thomas (Patricia) Fulton, Jr. of Hamilton, Bermuda, Delano Denise James of Winston-Salem, NC, Vera Regina (Pierce Charles) Harris of Miami, FL, Ronald (Denise Zaninelli) Fulton and Sonya Fulton of Winston-Salem, NC; his memories are cherished by his grandchildren, Dina (Bobby, Jr.) Goddard of Raleigh, NC, Micha James of Winston-Salem, NC, Courtenay Harris of Huntsville, AL, De’Ron Fulton of Winston-Salem, NC, Samone Tuff and Vernitra Yountz of Greensboro, NC, and Larry (Felicia) Jenkins, Sr. of Washington, DC; his great-grandchildren, Michai James of Winston-Salem, NC, Jordan and Sydney Tuff of Greensboro, NC, Tecora, Breon, Justice, Jovan, Larry, Jr. and Leah Jenkins of Washington, DC; extended family including his brother-in-law, William (Mary) Willis of Buffalo, NY; sisters-in-law, Rosa “Van” Small of Bronx, NY, Roseanna Fulton and Margaret Fulton of Winston-Salem, NC; and a plethora of nieces, nephews, cousins, church family and friends.
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Alma | Feb/07/10 07:02:00
May God give you all strength as you grieve over the loss of a loved one but may you also find comfort in the memories that you shared and the hope of being reunited with him when Jesus returns a second time and death will be finally defeated!!!! May God bless you. A big hug ...
 
Alma | Feb/07/10 07:02:00
May God give you all strength as you grieve over the loss of a loved one but may you also find comfort in the memories that you shared and the hope of being reunited with him when Jesus returns a second time and death will be finally defeated!!!! May God bless you. A big hug ...
 
Edwin Mompremier | Feb/04/10 06:02:59
I am very, very sorry for your lost. I pray that the Lord will continue to bless and keep you safe. Love you Edwin Mompremier 6th Grade Student
 
Eugenise | Feb/04/10 06:02:56
We are sorry for your lost. May the Lord strength and courage be with you Mrs. Harris and the rest of your family. Sincere condolence. Sincerely yours, Eugenise, Edwingts, Edwin, Tabitha and Veronique Mompremier Miami Fl (Miami Union Parents and children)
 
Pastor & Sis David Long | Feb/04/10 09:02:49
Sis Harris & Family Your father was a faithful soldier! He left a great legacy behind. May God's grace comfort and keep you as you mourn his loss. Pastor and Sis D. Long
 
Ronald and Janice Williams | Feb/04/10 07:02:02
We are saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers for you and your family will be offered to help sustain you during this sad hour. It is comforting to know that "We have this hope!"
 
Franklin Bell & Family | Feb/03/10 11:02:28
May the love of Our Father continue to be with you and your family. What a joy to know that nothing can seperate us from Our Heavenly Fathers Love. Bro Bell & Family
 
Launita Gaiter & Nelda Gaiter McConnell | Feb/03/10 09:02:56
Dear Regina & Family. We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your father. Thoughts of deep and sincere sympathy are with you, at this time.
 
| Feb/03/10 08:02:04
Regina, Pastor Bonner and I are so sorry for the loss of your father.Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Sincerely , Pastor & Sis. Bonner
 
Jimmie and Vivian Brown | Feb/03/10 05:02:40
Dear Regina and Family, We were saddened to hear of the loss of your father. Please accept our sincere condolence in your loss. Let's remain faithful and we can be assured of seeing him along with other family members and friends again real soon. Deepest sympathy.
 
Sandra Fletcher | Feb/03/10 04:02:45
Dear Regina and Family Sincere condolence and prayer go out to you during this time of bereavement.God will take care of you. Lovingly, The Staff and students of Perrine SDA School
 
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