Otis James Christenbury Jr.

Otis James Christenbury Jr. obituary, Wake Forest, NC

Otis James Christenbury Jr.

Otis Christenbury Obituary

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Otis James Christenbury, Jr., of Wake County, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 88.

He is survived by his daughter, Pat Holcomb and her husband Ken; his son, Otis James Christenbury III (O.J.); and his granddaughter, Morgan Holcomb.

Otis was preceded in death by his parents, Otis and Violet Christenbury, and his beloved wife, Geraldine Strickland Christenbury.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to his caregivers and the compassionate team at Transitions Hospice Care of Wake County for their support.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Transitions LifeCare or to a charitable organization of your choice.

A funeral service will be held at 3 PM on Saturday, September 6, 2025 in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Mike Wells officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2-3 PM at Bright Funeral Home, 405 S. Main St. Wake Forest, NC 27587. Burial will follow at Wake Forest Cemetery, 400 N. White St. Wake Forest, NC 27587.

Please visit www.brightfunerals.com to share words of comfort to the family.

Bright Funeral Home is serving the Christenbury family.
Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center

405 South Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587

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