Mary Alethia Frederick Burns, 87, a resident of Kitty Hawk NC, Kill Devil Hills, NC and Coatesville, PA passed away April 25, 2022, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
Mrs. Frederick was born in Swan Quarter, NC, the daughter of Matthew and Elizabeth Blake. She was a full-time fully devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Lee had a huge heart, a positive outlook always and loved to celebrate any occasion with family and friends. She loved music and dancing. She often reminisced about the time she spent with close friends line dancing at the Thomas A. Baum Senior Center.
Mrs. Frederick is survived by her husband Dennie G. Burns of Kitty Hawk, two daughters, Linda Wilkinson and Phyllis Jean Wilkinson of Coatesville, PA, two sons, Kenneth Frederick of Grandy, NC and Mark Frederick of Honey Brook, PA. She was the beloved grandmother to eight grandchildren – seven boys and one girl. She was great-grandmother to eight beautiful children – four boys and four girls.
She was predeceased by her first husband, Ernest Marvin (Marv) Frederick, her parents, and two brothers, Russel Blake of Vienna, WV and Gus Blake of Bell Haven, NC.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church on Saturday, May 7, 2022, at 5:00 pm with Rev. Rob Robinson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, remembrance donations may be made to the American Cancer Society 404 Jessup Street, Elizabeth City NC 27909, http://www.cancer.org/.
Twiford Funeral Homes, Outer Banks is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.
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Ron/Linda Clark
Linda and I just heard the sad news. I got to meet her at your house a few years back when the Girl Thang bunch met in Nags Head. So glad the two of you had those years together.. I remember her comment to me when we were introduced she said “I have heard about you and I replied “ hope it was positive “. Great Lady-sending our love and prayers.
Alline Aydlett
Kenny and family, I am so sorry to see this obituary about your mom. She was a dear lady. I always loved talking to her. She had such a positive outlook on life. I was surprised to see her age. She always seemed much younger.
Tony & Linda Lombardi
Thoughts and prayers with you Ken and your family. Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom.
Rita Ross Brandt
Ken and family, my thoughts and prayers are with your family. I am sorry to hear of your Mothers passing..
May your faith and wonderful memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Melanie Smith
Lee was such a kind sweet person we knew her from being customers at our jewelry store Millennium Jewelers her and Marv were special people and to her family she will now RIP.
Rebekah Hammond Singer
To Lee…practically grew up at your house…wonderful memories. God bless all family…xo
Judi and John Muir
Lee and Marv were our best friends when we lived at the beach for 17 years. I was her line dance teacher for many of those years. We have so many wonderful memories of our times together. The last time I saw her was at the oyster roast in Stumpy Point and we caught up like we had never been apart. Our hearts hurt for your loss and our prayers will be for your family..
Judi and John Muir
We have so many wonderful memories of our times together. The last time I saw her was at the oyster roast in Stumpy Point and we caught up like we had never been apart. Our hearts hurt for your loss and our prayers will be for your family.. I was her line dance teacher for many years at the beach and we made many trips together. John and I really loved Marv and Lee.
Georgine Armstrong
I was the girl mascot when she graduated from West Hyde High School.
Her mother was the first babysitter for my sister Jane.
I always enjoyed seeing her at the school homecomings.
She will be sorely missed.
Love in Jesus!
David Burns
I will miss you so much Miss Lee.
Anna Johnson
I fondly remember Lee at our water aerobics classes and other occasions. She always had a big smile, lots to talk about, and so much kindness. May her beloved family and friends find comfort and peace.
Martha Mooney
THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF ALETHIA MAY YOU ALL FIND COMFORT IN GODS GRACE .LEE SURLEY WAS A GREAT PERSON .I HAVE NOT SEEN HER SINCE I LOST MY HUSBAND 1 YEAR AGO THIS APRIL .OFTEN SAW HER AT THE STEAK HOUSE FOR SUNDAY DINNER .MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND GIVE ALL THE FAMILY MY LOVE, DELIA C MOONEY FAIRFIELD N.C.
Angela white
Kenny and family,
I am so sorry about your mother! She was an absolutely amazing person! Love and hugs to you all!
Angela Mooney White
Newport NC
Marianne Daily
Mark, Jer and Family,
So very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. She always seemed to be so happy and vibrant when surrounded by all of you. I’m sure that she will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.