Gertrude Alethia (Wellington) Camps

Gertrude (Gert) Wellington  Camps of Salisbury NC peacefully ended her journey of life to be with The Lord on September 25, 2025 in her home with her family by her side.

Gertrude (Gert) was born to Willie and Lessie Crump Wellington on November 18, 1937, in Lexington NC. She graduated from Price High School. She also attended Rowan Tech. She retired from Salisbury VA Medical Center working in the Nursing Services after 29 years. While employed at the VA Medical Center she received the Secretary's Award for Excellence in Nursing. She Also worked part time at the Brian Center of Salisbury. 

Gert was a member of First Calvary Baptist Church where she was a member of the Missionary Circle #135. She was also a member of the Senior choir and Darcus Sunday School Class.

Gertrude was a caring, funny, and loveable person. She loved taking care of her yard and flowers. She enjoyed puzzles and crossword puzzles, and crocheting. She also enjoyed cooking and baking. She loved The Lord, her family and friends. 

Gertrude was preceded in death by her parents Willie and Lessie Crump Wellington, Spouse William  A. Camps Sr. and son Reginald Camps Sr, Siblings Nadine Wellington, and Bertie Mae (Ernest) Hoyle. She was also preceded in death by her grandchildren Michael Shawn, and Keri Camps. 

Gertrude leaves to cherish her memories her sons, Henry (Joann) E. Bridges Jr of Salisbury, William (Angela) A. Camps Jr of Cleveland, NC and Michael Brian Camps of Lincolnton, NC. Sisters Mary Patterson of Salisbury, NC, Lavern Webb of Salisbury, NC. Brother Willie Wellington Jr. She has 10 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Life Celebration Service will be held on, Friday, October 3, 2025 at First Calvary Baptist Church, 400 S. Long St., Salisbury, NC  28144.  Rev. Dr. David C. Camps, Pastor.  Rev. Dr. Leamon Brown, Eulogist. Visitation: 12:00 p.m. Funeral: 12:30 p.m. promptly.

Interment will follow at Rowan Memorial Park, 4125 Franklin Comm Center Road,  Salisbury, NC  28144.

Hairston Funeral Home, Inc., is serving the family with sincere care and compassion.  Online condolences may be sent to; hairstonfh.com

The family gathering will be held at the home located at, 304 Mitchell Ave., Salisbury to greet guests. 

NO PUBLIC VIEWING WILL BE HELD.

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