Gwendolyn Ezzell Rotan
1936 - 2025
Gwendolyn Ezzell Rotan, 89, passed away at her home in Clemmons, North Carolina, on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
Gwen was born on March 31, 1936 in Old Dock, North Carolina to the late Colen Lee Ezzell and Vera Formyduval Ezzell. Gwen graduated from Whiteville High School, Whiteville, NC and from Campbell University, Buies Creek, NC. After serving as a lab technician for several years, Gwen became an assistant teacher with Asheboro County Schools for 21 years.
Gwen married Addison Judson Rotan on July 8, 1961. She was a good and faithful follower of Jesus as she devoted herself, alongside her husband, to ministry for over 57 years. Together they served in churches throughout several NC counties. Gwen will be remembered for her love for Jesus, her service as a pastor’s wife and the love for her family.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband and a brother, Gene Ezzell.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Beverly Buffaloe, of Clemmons, and Kenneth Rotan (Jennifer), of Wallburg; brothers, Bobby Ezzell (Rosanna), Billy Ezzell (Gloria), and Jerry Ezzell (Michelle); grandchildren, Andrew Buffaloe (Megan), Justin Buffaloe (Sarah), Kristina Rotan, Katherine Rotan, Jackson Rotan; great-grandchild, Kacey Schuhen.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 27th at 2:00 p.m. at Pfafftown Baptist Church, 4336 Transou Road, Pfafftown, NC 27040. The family will receive friends and loved ones beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Gwen will be laid to rest, alongside her husband, in the sacred garden at First Baptist Church of Asheville, Asheville, NC.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607.
Beverly, Ken and families, I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was such a kind, friendly lady. God bless and comfort you. Sincerely, Beth Younts
To the family – Gwen was a true friend. Judson and Gwen were a special couple, we shared many happy times together and we missed them so much when they moved from Asheboro to the Asheville area. They were so faithful in First Baptist and had lots of wisdom to share and pass on. Gwen’s health had declined in recent years and now she is no longer in pain. We truly know she is celebrating “Victory in Jesus”.
Gwen was a very special lady. Always sharing God’s love with you. She will be missed by many and loved by all. Special prayers for Beverly and Ken and their families.
Gwyn was a special friend and neighbor. Michael and I always enjoyed our special times visiting with her; a christian lady who was always encouraging and sharing God’s love. Asking God’s comfort for Beverly and family,