Denise "Tippett" Hackworth

Denise "Tippett" Hackworth obituary

Denise "Tippett" Hackworth

Denise Hackworth Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bridges-Cameron Funeral Home - Sanford on Jul. 23, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Denise Tippett Hackworth, age 65, of Sanford, NC, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at Central Carolina Hospital, with her family by her side.

She was born in Lee County, NC on June 25, 1960 to the late Royce Edward Tippett and Mary Alice Spivey Tippett. Denise worked many years for Static Control then worked for Earth Tec as an administrative assistant. She enjoyed vacationing at the beach and visiting wineries. She loved her family and especially her grandchildren.

Denise is survived by her husband, of 37 years, Tommy Joe Hackworth, Jr.; son Trevor Hackworth (Jamie) of Charlotte; daughter Caley Hackworth Tubiolo (Steven) of Hillsborough; sister Diane Parker and grandchildren Lillie Mari Weeks, Karsten Ryan Weeks, Giovanna Royce Tubiolo, Thea Rose Hackworth and Ivey Elizabeth Hackworth.

A celebration of Denise's life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Denise's memory to The American Human Society, 1400 16th Str. NW, Suite 360, Washington, DC 20036 or visit www.americanhumane.org.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Denise (Tippett) Hackworth, please visit our floral store.

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

How to support Denise's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Denise Hackworth's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Denise Hackworth's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?