James Pressley Obituary

MOUNT HOLLY - James Dalbert "J.D." Pressley, 77, died Jan. 27, 2013, at Kindred Care and Rehab in Gas-tonia.

He was a retired automotive radiator mechanic and was preceded in death by his parents, James Henry and Catherine Helms Pressley; his wife Donrea Shipton Pressley; two brothers, Norman and Morris Pressley, and two sisters, Donna Auten and Mary Waters.

Survivors include three daughters, Wanda Barnes of Mount Holly, Debra P. Guida and husband Nick of Stanley, Audrey H. Smith and husband Jerry of Supply, N.C.; a son, Jimmie O. Hill and wife Paula of Lexington; grandchildren, Ashley, Dominick, Anthony, Michelle, Lisa, Kenny, Joy, Daniel, and Jennifer; seven great-grandchildren; a brother, Weston Pressley and wife Peggy of Iron Station; and a sister, Levado Porter and hus-band Carl of Taylorsville.

The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly.

Interment will follow in Hillcrest Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Published by Gaston Gazette on Jan. 29, 2013.
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Levado, I just heard about the passing of JD. I am so sorry. I will always remember him as children when we went to church together and your mom teaching my Sunday School class. May God be with you and the whole family during the days ahead.

Rick & Joyce Bush

January 30, 2013

Wanda, there are no words that can ease the pain of the loss of your father. Please know that you and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sandy Watkins

January 30, 2013

Sorry for your Loss

Ron Titus

January 29, 2013

Loved ones can be taken, but memories are forever. We are thinking about you Audrey and your family. We love you. Billy and Liz

January 29, 2013

I was a class mate of JD's for a number of years. I remember his sense of humor.
I know he will be missed. James Loftin

January 29, 2013

Lisa Beverly

January 28, 2013

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Lisa Beverly

January 28, 2013

You will be missed dearly,hope you have a good time with the Lord in heaven, sweet dreams.

Jimmy & Paula Hill

January 28, 2013

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