Caleb York

Caleb Stephen York of Oakboro passed away peacefully in his sleep early morning on Friday, March 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and inspiration.
A celebration of Caleb's life will be held at 2:00pm, Saturday, March 14th, 2026 in Edwards Funeral Homes' Chapel, Norwood, NC, where Pastor Buster Green will officiate and share stories of Caleb's remarkable journey. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, and all are welcome to come and pay their respects.
Caleb was born on April 19, 1990 in Stanly County to Lisa Williams Cratty and the late Gary Stephen York.
Caleb showed a deep commitment to his faith and a passion for helping others. He spent the last few years of his life sharing the love of God, working with Miracle House of Hope, volunteering in many capacities, and being a beacon of encouragement to all those around him.
To know Caleb was to love Caleb, and his infectious smile, laughter, and generosity of spirit touched countless lives.
He is survived by his son Joseph York who he loved more than life, grandmothers Elaine Brooks (maternal) and Geraldine (Banks) Shepherd (paternal), his 'shining star' dad Tim Cratty, Jr., two sisters Jessica (Hank) Fowler and Heather York, a brother Jacob (Courtney) Cratty, Uncle Mark Brooks Chen, Uncle Shane and Aunt Michelle Cratty, Uncle Michael and Aunt Barbara York, 5 nieces, 2 nephews, and many cousins.
He is preceded in death by Grandpa Buck, grandfathers James Williams (maternal) and Desi York (paternal), Uncle Mark Williams, and Uncle Greg and Aunt Kim York.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Edwards Funeral Homes to assist with funeral expenses.