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BORN
1939
DIED
2020
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1401 W. Dixon Blvd
Shelby, North Carolina
Rebecca Heafner Obituary
She is preceded in death by her parents Ralph Sr. and Argie Clayton; and granddaughter, Stephanie Heafner. Becky leaves behind her husband of 61 years, Hal Heafner; daughters, Jill Heafner, Tina Greene and husband Gary, and Shannon Tomlin and husband Dewey, all from Shelby; son, Alex Heafner and wife Susan of Lake Lure; grandchildren, Dallas Tomlin, Matthew Tomlin, Elizabeth Heafner and Samuel Heafner; sister, Joy Lee Burns of Troy; brother, Ralph Clayton Jr. and wife Faye of Reidsville; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. Becky was a retired shift supervisor at PPG, and a member and Sunday teacher at Union Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held 2pm, Friday, September 4, 2020, at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home, with the Revs. Michael Shumate, Ralph Clayton Jr., Alex Heafner and Elliot Miller officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Union Baptist Church Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center
Online condolences: www.claybarnette.com
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September 7, 2020
May the God of comfort bring the family peace in this difficult time.
Linda Beaty
September 5, 2020
Worked with Becky for many years. Wonderful lady and great sense of humor. It was a pleasure to have known her. I pray your family finds peace in this time of need.
Linda Beaty
Sandra Gossett
September 3, 2020
I worked with her at L K she was sweet and so much fun to work with.The family is in my prayers.
Jessica Ward
September 3, 2020
Becky was such a sweet lady. I enjoyed being her nurse. She was definitely one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Joyce Cook freind and co- worker
September 2, 2020
Becky was a wonderful Christian lady,I loved being around her..She was full of laughter and always put a smile on my face.I know she is so happy in Heaven. ❤
Doug Philbeck
September 2, 2020
Had the pleasure of working with Becky for 10 years. A sweet and wonderful soul.
Donn Stallings
September 2, 2020
May God bless you and your family and give you peace, comfort and strength !
David Queen
September 2, 2020
I work for Becky for many years. She was always cutting up and made an outstanding supervisor. She will be missed .
Bobby Buchanan
September 2, 2020
I loved Becky and so did everyone else! Worked with her for many years and she was always uplifting and very funny! I sure will miss her.
Judy Henderson Dulin
September 2, 2020
"Becky" was full of life, love and laughter. She was a joy to know and could always put a smile on your face. I am blessed to have know her. I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for God to give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Nancy Bumgarner
September 2, 2020
Becky was a fun loving person. I enjoyed work with her at PPG for many years. We had many good times. I will miss you sweet lady.
Nancy Bumgarner
Angie Conner
September 2, 2020
May God bless your family in this time of sorrow. Praying He surrounds you with comfort and fills your hearts with peace as only He can do.
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