October 11, 2021, 85, Goldsboro –

Edward V. Cenate, Sr. age 85, passed Monday at his home. Born in Bellows Fall, VT, he was the son of the late Wilford and Eva Cenate and the husband of the late Helen Cenate. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Thursday, October 14, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at the Family of Faith Community Church with Pastor John Earnest officiating. A time of visitation for family and friends will be held following the service at the church.

Mr. Cenate is survived by his sons, Joseph Cenate, Edward Cenate, Jr. (Evelyn) and Peter Cenate; brother, Wilford Cenate, Jr. (Ruth); sister, Jean Breen; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; special angels, Karen Earnest and Julie Lee.

Along with his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Judith Gail Johnson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Family of Faith Community Church, 4784 Hwy 70 East/P.O. Box 11477, Goldsboro, NC 27530 or Community Home Care & Hospice, 2309 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC  27534.

Shumate-Faulk Funeral  Home is serving the Cenate family and online condolences may be directed to www.shumate-faulk.com.