Rubelle Carter Baum, age 95, of Elizabeth City, NC died April 4, 2022 at her home. She was born February 16, 1927 to William Wesley Carter and Reva Riddick Carter in Pasquotank County. She graduated from Central High School as the salutatorian for the Class of 1943.
She married and had two children, Beverly Annette Baum Honaker (John) and Tony Baum (Linda Madrey). She is also survived by a sister, Rachel Stevenson Naughton, of Elizabeth City; two brothers, Robert Burrell Carter of Elizabeth City, NC and Melvin Spencer Carter of Fayetteville, NC; seven grandchildren; Cheryl Morgan (Eric), Scott Honaker (Erin), Stephen Baum, Mark Honaker (Elly), Robert Powell, John Honaker, III and Stephanie Bennett; six great-grandchildren, Kristin, Thomas, Seth, Bryce, Max and Grayson; and two great great-grandchildren, Skylee and Macee. She was predeceased by siblings Edith Waller, Dorothy Saunders, and Rev. William Carter.
Rubelle will be remembered for her longevity working in the Belk’s Mens Department, her dedication to both Calvary and Corinth churches, and her talent for cooking 12-layer chocolate cakes. She was so proud that her cakes were enjoyed by many, including a Governor of Virginia!
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Twiford Memorial Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Corinth Baptist Church, 1035 US-17 South, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 with Pastor Greg Carr and the Rev. Don Carter officiating. Burial will be in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Twiford Funeral Home, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 is serving the Baum family. Online memorial condolences may be sent to the family at www.TwifordFH.com. To plant a tree in memory of Mrs. Baum or to send flowers to the family, please visit www.TwifordFH.com/send-flowers.
Contact Information:
Twiford Funeral Home (Elizabeth City)
405 East Church Street,
Fax: 252-335-4329
Email: J.J.Twiford@TwifordFH.com
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Joyce B Harris
My prayers and special thoughts are with you. Many memories of this dear lady.
Barney and Jane Higgins
Praying for Ms Rubelle’s family. She was always so sweet when I was growing up at Calvary. May your memories bring you much joy in the days to come.
Betsy Meads
I worked with all of the”sisters” at Belks in the seventies. Prayers for the family
Andrew and Robin Satterfield. Wilmington NC
Tony and family
Andrew and I are sorry to hear of your loss , may God comfort you all at this sad time
Ken Bateman
My condolences to the family. May God bless everyone during this difficult time.
Ken Bateman
Kevin Doxey
I always looked for Mrs. Rubelle when I went to Belk’s! She always knew what I liked and would show me the deals! I have bought a many a cake from her over the years too! Sweetest lady, I just loved her! So sorry for your loss.
Nancy Perry
Mrs Rubelle was a sweet lady. I worked with her and after she retired loved helping her shop at the store. She will be missed dearly.
Keeping everyone in my thoughts and prayers!
Tracy Pierce
I will surely miss Miss Rubelle. She was like a grandma to me. At Christmas, I would take my girls over there to enjoy her beautiful Christmas tree and she showed us how to fix Christmas goodies a few years. She loved cards, so we would always make sure to look at her cards that were hanging up behind the door. She also enjoyed pictures of her grandchildren and I feel like I know everyone in the family. She was always ready to give a big smile and a hug to us when ever I opened the door to come in. I met Rubelle at Corinth church . We would sit with her or behind her pew so we could talk every Sunday. She loved church and loved her family. I just wanted you to know how special she was to me and how much she meant to us. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Patricia Bledsoe
Tony , Linda , Robert, Steve ,
I’m so sorry for your loss . I will be saying prayers for your family during this time of sorrow. If you need anything please call me .
Love and Prayers
Joe and Pat Garrish
Tony, so sorry for your loss. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Mildred Godfrey
My thoughts, prayers, and love for all of the family! She and I had some good times while I fixed her hair!!!
Sarah Betz
I have very fond memories of Mrs. Rubelle from Calvary Baptist Church. Thoughts and prayers for her family.
Sudie Saunders
Your mom was a special lady. I enjoyed working with her at Calvary and enjoyed every minute from cooking the butterbean lunches to working on the Church’s History Books. Always looked for her at Belk’s and really missed her when she retired. My last visit with her was great and lasted for twice as long as we “looked” back over the years. Thinking of all of you during this time.
Georgine Armstrong
Holding you close in heart during these difficult days. Ms Rubelle was a special lady.
Van Boothe
Such a sweet Lady. I had the pleasure of being her Department Manager at Belk’s. After moving from Elizabeth City, I would stop in and visit when I was in town. And yes, her Chocolate Cakes were awesome. My prayers are with the family.
Velma Gray
So very sorry for your loss. Mrs. Rubella was a very special kind, loving lady. Knew her from Belk as well as a friendly neighbor. Our prayers will be with the family. I know God will bless you all with many precious memories.
Velma and George Gray
Donna Meads Davidson
Tony and Linda, so sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers are with you and the whole family,,, may God wrap His arms around all of you , and give you His peace…
Toni Dupree
Rubelle was a wonderful person. Praying for you all! The Dupree family.
Ella Godfrey
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ms. Rubelle. She was one of the first ones to welcome my family in the neighborhood and she and my mother was good friends. I’m going to miss seeing her sitting on the porch giving a wave and a smile like she always do. Prayer for the strength and comfort of her family.
The family of Marion Murden
Peggy Bray
Sending my sincerest condolences to Mrs. Rubelle’s Family. She was such a special lady. I grew up with her at Calvary Baptist Church. I remember her well with the butter bean lunches. as well at Belk s Dept Store. She was always so helpful to me and my Husband. I took my Mom over a couple of years ago and we had such a nice visit at her home. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Andrew Smithson
With sincere sympathy at the passing of Mrs . Baum. I remember her kindness at Belk’s so many years ago. My mother thought highly of her and her family. She was a sweet lady indeed.
Liz Parker
Annette, your mom was so special! Love to you and all the family. Buddy and Liz Winder Parker
Theresa Eike
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and the family in my prayers.
Pat Rice
Bev I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. Sorry I just found out. Prayers coming your way for you and your family