Ed Killebrew Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Ed Killebrew (Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina). Ed, born on December 20, 1939, passed away on August 31, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Ed for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Ed’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Killebrew and Annie Sue Killebrew; his wife Ollie Mae; and his sisters, Mary Alice Brewer and Barbara Hedspeth.
He is survived by: his daughters, Tammy Killebrew and Donna K. Glass (Darrell); his granddaughter Leslie Dara Glass; and his siblings, Joseph John Killebrew (Mary Lee) and Shirley Nelson. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, and many extended family members and friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Wrenn Funeral Home (1015 W 5th St, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Cedarwood Cemetery (225 Kemp Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870).
