Rachel Lambert

Rachel Starrette Pierce Lambert, 87, of Statesville, died Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Gordon Hospice House.
She was born in Iredell County on March 4, 1932 to the late Allen G. Starrette, Sr. and Lula Hartness Starrette. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Alfred Eugene Pierce and 4 sons; Alfred C. Pierce, Ricky Pierce, Donald Pierce and Michael Pierce. Also preceding her in death were 3 sisters; Martha Ann Starrette, Lucille S. Outlaw, Frances S. Atkins and 2 brothers; Ray Starrette and Carroll Starrette.
Rachel was a graduate of Statesville Senior High School and was retired as part owner and sales associate with Starrette’s Office Equipment, Inc. She was a devoted member of Diamond Hill Baptist Church where she was very active, especially working in the nursery for many years. Rachel was a faithful wife and servant of the Lord, a quiet and humble lady who had a sweet nature and loved helping others. Most of all, she was a loving and precious mother to her family.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband; Ray Lambert, 2 sons; Timothy Lane Pierce of Statesville and Kenneth Pierce of Mooresville, 9 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, 2 sisters; Lois S. Poston of Statesville, Miriam S. Drake (Curtis) of Kinston, NC, and 2 brothers; Ray Starrette (Sadie) and Thomas Starrette (Ann).
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 2:00 pm at Diamond Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Larry Holleman officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. The family will visit with friends Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Nicholson Funeral Home.
For those who prefer, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Iredell County, 2347 Simonton Rd., Statesville, NC 28625. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.nicholsonfunerals.com for the Lambert family. Nicholson Funeral Home is serving the Rachel Lambert family.