Randy Dellinger

Randy Dellinger obituary, Gastonia, NC

Randy Dellinger

Randy Dellinger Obituary

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Randy Dellinger 1952-2017 Gastonia - Randy Dean Dellinger, 64, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017 at the Testa Family Hospice House, Kings Mountain with his loving family by his side. Randy was born in Gaston County and is the son of Willa Beddingfield Dellinger and the late Rodney Dellinger. Randy was a HVAC Technician with Gaston County Schools and was owner of Dellinger Heating and Air Company. Randy loved music. He loved to play guitar, keyboard and write songs. He was a great song writer. Randy is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Karen Stewart Dellinger; mother, Willa Beddingfield Dellinger of Gastonia; loving son, Drew Dellinger and wife Kara of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina; loving daughter, Leah Smith and husband Darren of Gastonia; two brothers, Jay Dellinger and wife Donna of Myrtle Beach, Dennis Dellinger of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; one sister, Cindy Calhoun and husband Terry of Plano, Texas; five grandchildren, Addilyn Dellinger, Brynleigh Dellinger, Layton Smith, Lawson Smith, Keaton Rae Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday at Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Thursday in the Chapel of Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home with Reverend Tim Parker officiating. Interment will be private and at a later date. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, North Carolina 28120 or Gaston Hospice, P. O. Box 3984, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054. Online condolences may be made at: www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com ; Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is serving the Dellinger family.

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April 19, 2024

Addilyn Dellinger posted to the memorial.

April 17, 2019

Mark Summey posted to the memorial.

November 17, 2017

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Addilyn Dellinger

April 19, 2024

I'm his granddaughter my name is Addilyn Dellinger and i miss hanging out with him and riding horses I love him so much!

Mark Summey

April 17, 2019

Karen, I am just now hearing about Randy's passing and I am so sorry. I am shocked and saddened beyond belief. He and I shared a lot of fun times and laughs when we were teenagers, and of course a lot of those were with you and Laura. You and "Shag" always have and always will have a very special place in my heart.

Suzanne Hartsell

November 17, 2017

Dear Karen and family, we lost touch many years ago, but it doesn't mean that I forgot you. I'm in awe that you were married to "Shag' 37 years ago. I send my sincere thoughts and prayers to all of your family. I know you are grieving terribly..I would hug you if I could...God bless you, Suzanne Hartsell Whitaker

Janie Peak

November 6, 2017

Drew and family,

Rick and I were saddened to learn of your Dad's death. You and your mother and family members are in our thoughts and prayers, and we wish you peace in the days ahead. I'm so sure that he was proud to be your Dad and so proud of those two beautiful granddaughters you gave him. All is well because God holds you all in the palm of His hands. You are welcomed in our home anytime you get back to Gastonia. Love you special, dear one. Janie and Rick Peak

Cathy Grayson

November 4, 2017

Randy was one of the first guys I dated in my teens. I lost touch many years ago.so sorry rip

Tim & Susan Koch

November 4, 2017

So sorry to hear of Randy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of sorrow.

Donna Bristow

November 2, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear this & my heart breaks for all. Karen, I love you & your kids very much. I always liked Randy & so did Mom. Sending you, Drew, & Leah much love and prayers.

Patti Queen

November 2, 2017

So sorry to see that Randy passed away. Our parents (James and Ann Heffner) and Randy's parents were good friend years ago. Prayers for all the family. Patti Wise Queen

mickey barker

November 2, 2017

randy was a good guy we had a band back in school days rest in peace my brother

Martha Surratt

November 1, 2017

I don't know where to begin. I have known Randy a long time. From the very beginning it was obvious he had a deep love of music. It was also obvious he loved Karen and his kids deeply. I have been out of touch with Randy for a while but I am sure he loved his grand babies too. Randy was so talented and he will sorely be missed. Randy, the rhythm in your soul will stir in our hearts forever. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you....

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