Gilbert George Sofley

Mr. Gilbert George Sofley, 84, of Advance, NC passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at his home. Mr. Sofley was born January 28, 1924 in Davie County to the late, Jim and Margie Foster Sofley. He was a US Army Veteran of WWII and was retired from I. L. Long Construction Company. Mr. Sofley was a member of Bethlehem United Methodist Church, where he served as a Trustee for many years. Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife, Nelda Beauchamp Sofley of the home; a sister, Nellie Reece Cook of Advance, two brothers; Martin and Roy Sofley of Advance; his neighbor, who was like a daughter to him; April Newman and husband Jeff and their children, Samuel, Elisabeth, and Hannah. The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 pm Wednesday, October 29 at Hayworth-Miller Kinderton Chapel in Advance. The Funeral Service will be conducted 2:00 pm Thursday, October 30 with Rev. Mark Weekley officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care Center, 377 Hospital Street, Mocksville, NC 27028.

Memorials:
Hospice and Palliative Care Center, 377 Hospital Street, Mocksville, NC 27028

Cemetery:
Bethlehem United Methodist Church