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Judy Drum Obituary
She was born July 3, 1943 in Catawba County to the late Reverend Hampton Lester Scronce and Hazel Beard Scronce. Judy was a member of Pisgah United Methodist Church in Catawba where she enjoyed playing the piano and organ for many years. She and her husband Larry were proud owners of Drums Restaurant for 43 years. Judy enjoyed shopping, going out to eat, and getting her nails done. Judy's smile could light up a room and she touched everyone she met. If you ever had the honor of being in Judy's kitchen, you know she was famous for her cooking, baking, and delicious sweet tea.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Pat Lee; and step-son, Kary Drum.
Those left to cherish her memory are;
Her husband of 49 years: Larry Drum of the home
Daughters: Ginger Drum Rockett and husband David of Hickory
Julie Drum Lee and husband Scott of Catawba
Sherry Drum Benfield of South Carolina
Daughter-in-law: Diane Drum of Maiden
Son-in-law: Ray Benfield and wife Cindy of Newton
Grandchildren: Tesa Smith, Caleb Lee, Cassy Lee, Tanner Rockett and fiance Peyton Bumgarner, Taylor Rockett, Cadence Lee, Camdyn Lee, Samantha Watson and husband Jay, Jenna O'dell and husband David, Patrick Drum, and Joli James and husband Brent.
Great-Grandchildren: Saige Smith, Blake Painter, Heather Painter, Emily Painter, Ryan O'dell, Eric O'dell, and Jade James
Best Friends: Theresa Weaver, Lorraine Wilkinson, and Maria Cloud (caregiver)
Grandpuppy: Willow
A service to celebrate Judy's life will be held on Sunday, November 14, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Newton. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 to 3:45 p.m. at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church.
Memorials may be made to Pisgah United Methodist Church, Cemetery Fund, 4950 Little Mountain Rd., Catawba, NC 28609 or Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658.
Condolences may be sent to the Drum family at www.bennettfuneralservice.com
The Drum family is in the care of Bennett Funeral Service of Newton, 828-465-2111
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Joe
November 27, 2021
May God long for you. 14:13-15
Wendy Watson Curtis
November 16, 2021
Ginger,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Adonna Moretz
November 12, 2021
Ms Judy was one of the most caring, loving, women I have ever met. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of the " Drum´s Restaurant family ".
Until we meet again sweet lady
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