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Roy Donald Dedmon, age 97, of 1511 McBrayer Springs Rd., Shelby, NC, passed away peacefully at his home on October 21, 2022 surrounded by his family. He was born October 8,1925, a son of the late Thomas Lawson Dedmon and Verdie Horn Dedmon. He is survived by his son Rodney Kevin Dedmon, Sr., and wife, Myra Royster Dedmon; two grandsons Rodney Kevin Dedmon, Jr., wife Kristyn Funderburke Dedmon, Kristopher Charles Dedmon, wife Elizabeth McDaniel Dedmon; and three great grandsons, Roy Kixxon Dedmon, Kolton Wyatt Dedmon, and Korbin Loyd Dedmon, all of Shelby. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 67 years Ruth Spangler Dedmon, brother Thomas Hal Dedmon, and sister Lou Jean D.Hamrick.
He was a veteran of the US Navy during World War II, having served in the South Pacific aboard the USS Raymond Van Brogan. Following his return from service, he and Ruth were married on New Year’s Day in 1949. He was a graduate of Fallston High School and Reppert School of Auctioneering in Decatur, Indiana. He was a professional auctioneer for many years. Prior to his retirement he conducted many real estate, livestock, farm machinery and other public and private sales in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.During the early 1950’s, Roy became interested in breeding and producing purebred Shorthorn cattle. Alongside son Rodney, he exhibited Shorthorns at many livestock shows and exhibits throughout the southeast, winning numerous awards. He served on a number of livestock boards, and committees at the county, state, and national level.
He served as the first President of the Cleveland County Cattlemen’s Association. In 1985, he received the American Shorthorn Builder of the Breed Award, presented by The American Shorthorn Association in Omaha, Nebraska. He is a member of both the NC State Fair Livestock Hall of Fame and the Cleveland County Cattlemen’s Hall of Fame. In 2001, Dedmon Shorthorns exhibited the Calf Champion Bull at the North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Kentucky. Within the industry Roy made many special lifelong friendships. He served as a member of the NC State Highway Commission from 1969-1972, having been appointed by Gov. Bob Scott to represent Cleveland, Lincoln, Catawba, and Alexander Counties. In 2008, he was recognized by the Cleveland Soil and Water Conservation District for 34 years of service as a supervisor for the Cleveland County District, the last 10 of which he served as Chairman.
He was a member of the Shelby Planning and Zoning board, and also served as President of Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Cleveland County for a number of years until his retirement. In his later years Roy enjoyed spending his retirement with his family and friends,especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Until his health declined, you could always find Roy out and about on the farm, or in the community taking care of the things he loved.He was a lifelong member of Ross Grove Baptist Church, during which time he served as Chairman of the Board of Deacons, Chairman of the Trustees, and numerous other positions within the church.
A celebration of life service will be held at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at Ross Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Marcus McGill officiating. Visitation will take place an hour before the service. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with military honors provided by the U.S. Navy.
Memorials may be made to: Ross Grove Baptist Church: 1225 Fallston Rd Shelby, NC 28150.
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
Guest registry is available at cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
Sybil Simpson
October 27, 2022
I'm sorry for your loss. You may not remember me but we went to Ross Grove Church years ago you may remember my dad Jack Simpson . Prayer for the family
Richard and Corliss Gold
October 25, 2022
So sorry for your loss. He was a good man and was always at Dedmon Livestock every Tuesday!! He and his wife loved their family as well as taking pride not only in their family but also in their cattle. He will be missed by many of his friends and fellow cattlemen. Rest in peace our friend.
Myron Edwards
October 25, 2022
Rodney and family, l am truly sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was an institution in the cattle industry in Cleveland County, he loved those Shorthorns, an end to an era!! Always polite and laughing with a dry wit, such a fine, fine gentleman. Cherish the memories, they will sustain you in the coming days and weeks ahead. "I lift up mine eyes into the hills from whence my help comes, my help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth". My God give you peace and confort on this journey. Myron Edwards
Teresa H
October 25, 2022
Sincerest condolences to the family.
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Sandy
October 25, 2022
My time in Shelby and at Ross Grove hold special memories of Roy Dedmon and the Dedmon family. My love and prayers are with you ! God bless you richly
Janice Morton
October 24, 2022
Roy will be missed so much by everyone, including his Ross Grove family. Prayers for everyone.
Jimmy hunter
October 24, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jamie Scruggs
October 24, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Flo Sharpe
October 24, 2022
There are no words to describe how great Roy was! He was always smiling and made anyone he came across feel the true love of God! He was one of the biggest blessings to our family in these last few years. To know Roy was to know someone who genuinely cared.
Barry and Pearman
October 24, 2022
I just want to say that I didn´t get to spend much time with Papa Roy, but living next door to Kevin, Kristyn and Kixxon I know what a wonderful and well respected man he was. So I just want to let y´all know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and what a blessing it had to be that you had him around for 97 years here on earth. The greatest thing about it, is we will all be with him again as long as we have asked our Lord and Savior into our hearts. Amen.
Steve Butler&Paula Butler
October 23, 2022
Prayers for the Dedmon family in there time of sorrow we have y'all in our prayers.Rip Sir
Eric Metsger
October 22, 2022
Thoughts and prayers for entire family during this difficult time. His legacy lives on with his hardworking , honest and beautiful family.
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