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Amanda Compton Obituary

Amanda Nicole Compton, 25, passed away July 18, 2015.

Born Feb. 23, 1990, she was the daughter of Lisa and Tyler Knorr.

She was the beloved wife of Chris Compton and loving mother of Ethan Compton, 4.

Survivors also include her brother, Daniel Knorr.

She was a graduate of Cramerton Christian Academy and obtained her Associates Degree at Gaston College with high honors. She was attending Belmont Abbey for her Bachelors Degree in Human Ser-vices.

She was currently empoyed by Jersey Mike's.

A celebration of life service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, August 15, at First Wesleyan Church in Gas-tonia.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Gaston Gazette on Aug. 6, 2015.

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Ethan Compton

January 25, 2025

She was the best mom and I will always miss her.

Jean Corbin

August 6, 2015

Tyler, Lisa, Daniel and Family. Our prayers are with you. We were so sorry to see that Amanda had passed away, praying for you all. Love in Christ, Jean Corbin (Elaine's friend)

Teresa Patterson

August 6, 2015

She was a shining light that will never go out...My thoughts and prayers are with the family

Evonne Stevens

August 6, 2015

Such a beautiful person inside and out. Rest in peace sweet angel.

lisa knorr

August 6, 2015

This is My girl & I miss you so so much...I know you are with God & are an Angel now....I dont know what I am going do without My girl....always remember that Mom loves you bunches & bunches baby <3

Pam Jenkins

August 6, 2015

Amanda was always smiling and welcoming when I came to Jersey Mikes. It was a joy to talk with her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

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