Dennis Pearce Obituary
Dennis was a good Christian man who was dependable, honest and loved his family. He had a passion for classic cars and was a proud former member of the Tarheel Rods and Classics Car Club. His interest in cars carried over into his career where he retired from Walker Auto Parts.
Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Linda Whitley Pearce; brothers; Mahlon Pearce, Delano Pearce (Barbara); brothers-in-law: Donnie Whitley (Phyllis), Chester Whitley (Mary); sisters-in-law: Dot Jones (Tony), Margie Starnes (Linwood), Bernice Saunders (Donald), Denise Medlin; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his brothers: Grayson and Donnie Pearce; and sister, Gloria Hodge.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Murray Cemetery, Highway 97, Zebulon.
944 Old Knight Road, Knightdale, NC 27545
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