Danny Alton Lail

Danny Alton Lail obituary, Kings Mountain, NC

Danny Alton Lail

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May

23

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.

Bethlehem Baptist Church

1017 Bethlehem Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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May

23

Memorial service

2:00 p.m.

Bethlehem Baptist Church

1017 Bethlehem Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Danny Lail Obituary

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DATELINE: NORTH CHARLESTON, SOUTH CALROLINA

Danny Alton Lail

Danny Alton Lail, 71, of North Charleston, SC, passed away on November 27, 2025, while in Guimba, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. He was born May 26, 1954, in Cleveland County, NC, son of Frances Huffstetler Lail and the late Jack Alton Lail. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Karen Vinesett. Danny grew up in Kings Mountain helping his family on the farm and as a faithful member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. Danny served in the United States Air Force, earning the rank of Technical Sergeant (E6), before his retirement. After his retirement, Danny was employed by the US government as a certified safety officer and project manager. He loved to travel with his wife, Bel, and visited countries all over the world. Danny loved children and enjoyed spending as much time with his family as he could. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed fresh and saltwater fishing. Danny was a devoted husband, loving son and brother and a wonderful uncle. Memories left in the hearts of those who knew and loved him will be cherished for a lifetime.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 37 years: Bel C. Lail, of the home

Mother: Frances Lail, Kings Mountain, NC

Sister: Ann Hoyle and husband Freddy, Lawndale, NC

Aunt: Phyllis Carpenter

Nieces and Nephew: Melissa Green (Will Hicks), Jennifer McMillian (Terry), Kyerstin Bridges (Zach), Makenzie McGregor (Tyler) and Bucky Hoyle

Great Nieces and Nephew: Maggie Green, Alyssa McMillian, Hadley Bridges and Peyton Green

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Steve Taylor officiating

VISITATION: Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the CAC of the church

INTERMENT: Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC

GUEST REGISTER AVAILABLE AT WWW.HARRISFUNERALS.COM

ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

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Harris Funeral Home - Kings Mountain

108 South Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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Upcoming Events

May

23

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.

Bethlehem Baptist Church

1017 Bethlehem Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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May

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Memorial service

2:00 p.m.

Bethlehem Baptist Church

1017 Bethlehem Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels