David Eugene Rector, 84, of Valdese, NC traveled unexpectedly from his earthly to his heavenly home on Thursday, March 17, 2022.
Born in the High Peak community of Burke County on April 14, 1937, he was the son of the late Rassie Lee Rector and Katie Coffey Rector.
David was a veteran of the US Army, honored to serve as a member of the military police during his service to his country.
He later found his calling as a barber, delivering haircuts and his keen sense of humor to his customers for over 40 years before retiring. David enjoyed woodworking and amateur radio for many years, but he was proudest of his vegetable garden each year, especially being able to share his harvest with others.
David is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Libby Flowers Rector, his beloved daughter, Tori Rector, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his brothers Raeford and Joe Rector, as well as sisters Betty Cooper, Magdalene Causby, and Colene McKee.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 2 to 3 at High Peak Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 in the church with Rev. Bruce Piercy officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Source Citation: Sossoman Funeral Home
Born in the High Peak community of Burke County on April 14, 1937, he was the son of the late Rassie Lee Rector and Katie Coffey Rector.
David was a veteran of the US Army, honored to serve as a member of the military police during his service to his country.
He later found his calling as a barber, delivering haircuts and his keen sense of humor to his customers for over 40 years before retiring. David enjoyed woodworking and amateur radio for many years, but he was proudest of his vegetable garden each year, especially being able to share his harvest with others.
David is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Libby Flowers Rector, his beloved daughter, Tori Rector, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his brothers Raeford and Joe Rector, as well as sisters Betty Cooper, Magdalene Causby, and Colene McKee.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 2 to 3 at High Peak Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 in the church with Rev. Bruce Piercy officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Source Citation: Sossoman Funeral Home
David Eugene Rector, 84, of Valdese, NC traveled unexpectedly from his earthly to his heavenly home on Thursday, March 17, 2022.
Born in the High Peak community of Burke County on April 14, 1937, he was the son of the late Rassie Lee Rector and Katie Coffey Rector.
David was a veteran of the US Army, honored to serve as a member of the military police during his service to his country.
He later found his calling as a barber, delivering haircuts and his keen sense of humor to his customers for over 40 years before retiring. David enjoyed woodworking and amateur radio for many years, but he was proudest of his vegetable garden each year, especially being able to share his harvest with others.
David is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Libby Flowers Rector, his beloved daughter, Tori Rector, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his brothers Raeford and Joe Rector, as well as sisters Betty Cooper, Magdalene Causby, and Colene McKee.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 2 to 3 at High Peak Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 in the church with Rev. Bruce Piercy officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Source Citation: Sossoman Funeral Home
Born in the High Peak community of Burke County on April 14, 1937, he was the son of the late Rassie Lee Rector and Katie Coffey Rector.
David was a veteran of the US Army, honored to serve as a member of the military police during his service to his country.
He later found his calling as a barber, delivering haircuts and his keen sense of humor to his customers for over 40 years before retiring. David enjoyed woodworking and amateur radio for many years, but he was proudest of his vegetable garden each year, especially being able to share his harvest with others.
David is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Libby Flowers Rector, his beloved daughter, Tori Rector, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his brothers Raeford and Joe Rector, as well as sisters Betty Cooper, Magdalene Causby, and Colene McKee.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 2 to 3 at High Peak Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 in the church with Rev. Bruce Piercy officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Source Citation: Sossoman Funeral Home
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