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Chris Witherspoon, 53, of Morganton, NC passed away surrounded by his family and friends on Thursday, June 22, 2023. He was born on February 15, 1970 in Burke County where he was raised by his loving parents, Odell and Mary Ellen Witherspoon. He was a member of First United Methodist Church all of his life. Chris had a contagious smile and a personality everyone loved. He was a loyal friend to all and never complained throughout his journey of declining health. Chris was named Surveyor of the Year multiple times. He recently was named Distinguished Person of the Year in 2022 by the Morganton Rotary Club. Chris loved his family dearly and was the best son, husband, dad, brother and father figure to many. He was the Director of the FUMC Wood Ministry and a member of the Morganton Men’s Club. He was also involved in several other community ministries.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, of almost 26 years, Tanya Witherspoon; children, Carson Witherspoon and Allie Witherspoon; sisters, Leslie Carpenter (Jeremy) and Jamie Sisk (Clay); nieces and nephews, Tucker and Courtney Sisk, Tanner and Abigail Carpenter, and Gavin Johnson; a bonus daughter, Morgan McGhee; many special friends; and his canine companion, Trooper.
He was preceded in death by his biological father, Johnny Black and three sets of grandparents.
The family will receive friends from 12:30pm – 2:00pm on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 in the fellowship hall of First United Methodist Church of Morganton. A memorial service will follow at 2:00pm in the church with Rev. Dana McKim officiating. The service will be live-streamed beginning at 2 pm, on the Facebook page of First United Methodist Church Morganton (https://www.facebook.com/fumcmorganton) or YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@firstumcmorganton9267/streams).
Memorial contributions may be made to the FUMC Wood Ministry or Amorem Hospice of Burke County.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Family and friends my heart goes out to you at this time of grief. Know that our Lord and Savior has conquered all and death loses its sting. Our hope is in our eternal home. It has been a good time of relationship development for Spoon and I when we shared things at the Morganton Men's Club lunches and just seeing each other in the community we both love. Live on the memories of a life well lived. We can say with confidence well done good and faithful steward.
Blessings, prayers and love from our family to yours. Spoon was certainly one of a kind and will be missed by so many. We love you all.
Our hearts are crushed in seeing that Chris could not win the war against the wicked disease demons, however, he fought every battle with grace and never ending faith . As neighbors , we witnessed a young man totally devoted to his family and additionally an ambassador of goodness, who touched all of our lives in a positive, upbeat manner . Tanya, Carson, Allie , Mary Ellen and Odell , our arms are wrapped around you in deepest sympathy. God bless dear Chris - .
So sorry to hear of you leaving us. You were like a third son. I can still hear you come into my kitchen saying (Hello Mama). You will be missed. Love. Marilyn Alderman
Our sincerest sympathy goes to all of the Witherspoon family. We are happy to be a small part of it because we have loved Chris since the time he was born. He turned into a wonderful family man and a successful member of the Morganton community. Our prayers are with you.
Odell, Mary Ellen and family, I am saddened to read that Chris has passed. You are in my prayers. Jackie
Spoon was a great colleague and friend. I met him through our involvement at NC A&T and the NC Society of Surveyors. He will be greatly missed. His family has my sincerest condolences. Rest in peace Chris.
Tanya, Carson and Allie our prayers are with you, and the rest of your family in this time of need. Chris was an amazing man that was always a pleasure to be around. He will truly be missed. The days to come will be long and hard but know that God has his arms around you and Chris will be looking down on you still smiling. Comfort and love.
Chris was such a wonderful person and he will be missed by many. Our hearts are broken for the loss of such an amazing person. We are praying for comfort for his family and friends during this difficult time.
My prayers are with the Witherspoon family. God bless.