Dr. Adrianne Cheek Miles

Dr. Davina Adrianne Cheek Miles, 52, of Wake Forest, went home to be with her victorious King Jesus on Sunday, May 5, 2024. For more than three years, Adrianne fought a difficult, faith-filled battle with cancer until the Lord, in his sovereign timing, granted her eternal healing in his presence.

 Adrianne, born in Alamance County on October 20, 1971, embarked on a remarkable journey of academic and spiritual fulfillment. After graduating from Graham High School, she pursued higher education at North Carolina State University, earning both her bachelor's and master's degrees in English with a concentration in linguistics. Her passion for learning led her to pursue her PhD studies at the University of Texas at Austin, where she continued to excel.

 Throughout her life, Adrianne served her Lord in various capacities, touching the lives of many with her unwavering faith and compassion. She served in many capacities at North Wake Church in their MOPS, women's, and youth ministries and devoted many hours supporting Runner's Camp. Most recently, she served as Associate Professor of English and Linguistics at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and the College at Southeastern, where she inspired countless students and shared her love for Christ.

 As a beloved wife and mother, Adrianne's family was her greatest joy and priority. She poured her love and devotion into nurturing her loved ones, creating a home filled with warmth and love. Her unwavering faith served as a guiding light for her family, instilling in them the values of compassion, kindness, and service.

 In the years to come, Adrianne will be deeply missed, but her impact will endure through the countless lives she influenced.

 A funeral service will be held at 2 o’clock, Saturday afternoon, May 11, 2024 at the Binkley Chapel located on the campus of Southeastern Seminary. A private burial will be held in the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Cemetery.

 Adrianne is survived by her husband of 28 years, Scott Miles; sons, Zac Miles and Jake Miles, of Wake Forest; parents, Bobby & Ramona Cheek of Graham; siblings, Jacinta Wright & husband Brandon of Gibsonville, and Gabriel Cheek & fiancé Genny Davis of Graham; father-in-law & mother-in-law, Donald & Sally Miles; brothers-in-law, Wayne Miles & wife Dana, and Kevin Miles & wife Kimberly; nieces & nephews, McKenna Beddingfield & husband Byron, Madeleine Bond & husband Ivan, Ava Wright, Aaden Wright, Isabell Cheek, Andrew Miles, Amelia Miles, Sarah Miles and Julie Miles; great-nephews, Owen & Maddox Beddingfield; great-niece, Griffin Bond; extended family, friends and colleagues all over the world.

 In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in honor of Adrianne to continue her legacy at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Dr. Davina Adrianne Cheek Miles Society for Women in Scholarship Endowment.

 Friends may visit with the family from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday evening, May 10, 2024 at North Wake Church "Building 1 Lobby", 1212 South Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587.

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