William Speaks

Mr. William Boyd Speaks, better known as Bill, age 87, of Crumpler, NC, died on Monday, August 23, 2010 at Margate Health and Rehab in Jefferson, NC. Mr. Speaks was born on October 8, 1922 in Ashe County, NC to Frillion and Della McNeil Speaks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Adrine Wyrick Speaks. Mr. Speaks worked as a truck driver for Parker Tie Company. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel by Rev. Lonnie Carpenter and Rev. Lawrence Goodman. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Mr. Speaks is survived by: One son - Johnny Speaks of West Jefferson, NC; Two daughters - Brenda Woodie and Jackie Little, both of Crumpler, NC; One stepson - Robert Wyrick of Crumpler, NC; also surviving are five grandchildren, one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel & Gardens was entrusted with Mr. Speaks' arrangements.