Dawson Timothy Whisenant, 18, of Morganton, NC, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord in heaven on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Born on August 22, 2007 in Burke County, he was the son of Timothy Floyd Whisenant and Kristen Lynn Patton (Justin).
Dawson was a bubbly young man who was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
In addition to his parents, those left to cherish his memory include his brother, Austin Raymond Whisenant; grandparents, Bill and Donna Patton; maternal grandmother, Lois Smith; paternal grandmother, Carol Whisenant; uncles, Brian Whisenant (Kim) and Andrew Whisenant (Judy); aunt, Lena Moody (Cecil); and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family.
Dawson was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Raymond Whisenant; and maternal grandparents, Harold and Linda Patton.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of Sossoman Funeral Home and burial will follow at Bethel Methodist Church Cemetery on Dysartsville Road.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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We are going to miss you sweet boy, you had so much more life to live and so much more time to give. Rest easy sweet boy,until we meet again... Love ,Aunt Judy Uncle Drew
Dawson this so hard to except. We both wish that we could turn back the hands of time and do more help more. I will always remember your laugh and the way you would look up at me. Fly High and I will keep you in my prayers you will always be on my mind. Love Always, Philip Hux
Dawson was like a brother he was there no matter what time it was he would always be willing to talk he always told me look for the light Even when it's dark he will always be considered a brother we miss you bubs fly high 💖
I’m so sorry to the family of Dawson. He was a good man, a good friend, and a good brother to all. We will all miss him so much…LLD
Dawson I am still I'm shock that your really gone. I can remember you as a baby you and Austin and when I took care of yall you 2 boys made my day and was always so happy. I hate this happened to you it just isn't fair you had a whole life in front of you but I know you will rock it in heaven and we will all see you again until then just keep being yourself little man.
Condolences and prayers for the family.