Visitation

Jan. 4, 2023
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Service

Jan. 4, 2023
4 p.m.

Committal

N/A

Donnie Lee Truelove, 65, of Morganton, NC, went to be with the Lord Saturday, December 31, 2022.

Born in Jasper, IN on April 5, 1957, he was the son of the late Virgil Truelove and Nancy Hall Truelove. Donnie was a veteran of the US Army. He enjoyed the beauty of the outdoors, especially hunting for mushrooms. He also enjoyed working in his building and target practicing.

A faithful, loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Donnie is survived by his wife, Cynthia Truelove; sons, Neal Truelove and Jason Truelove; grandchildren, Sharena, Tydon, Autumn, Iyanna, Lenaya, David, Melea, Uriah; great-grandchildren, Reece, Roman, and Tae; brothers, Kevin and Keith Truelove; a number of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends; and his beloved dogs, Edie and Ivory.

In addition to his parents, Donnie was preceded in death by his brother, Ronnie Truelove.

The family will receive friends from 3 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The memorial service will follow at 4 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Brian Buckner officiating. Military honors will be provided by the NC National Guard.

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Cindy, I am so sorry. I was out of town and had no Idea. I know what you are going through. I went through it just a year ago. Really still going through it. My heart cries for you. There is no hurt like the hole left by the loss of your spouse. Donnie was a great loving man and your knight in shining armor. Do what you need to do to grieve. I want to come through my arms around you and we can both cry our hearts out together. There are no words to make it all go away because it never does. They tell me it lessens with time. Let us both believe that to be true. You have my love, Cindy. I will reach out when I can.

—Susan L Hollifield

Kevin, so sorry for your loss.

—Phillis Eble
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I just heard today about Donnie. What a wonderfully kind and honest man. Donnie helped me out with something important and I will never forget him for that. My thoughts are with his family.

—Lori Eggers

Donnie was always a trusted friend since grade school. Donnie will be missed, RIP my friend.

—david albert steinharta
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My condolences to Cindy and the family. Donnie was a good man and neighbor, will miss talking to him . Keeping you all in prayer.

—Victoria Wilkerson
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Uncle Donnie, you will be missed. I will always remember how much fun you and Aunt Cindy had putting up Halloween decorations. Probably one of my favorite memories. You both always dressed up EVERY Halloween. Rest peacefully!

—Brittany Greenaway
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Finding it hard right now to find the words to say goodbye, so I will wait until I can say "Hello." Rest in peace my brother. Love you always.

—Keith Truelove
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Wow this is tough. I was hoping I wouldn't have to do this for a long time. Didn't matter where you were at or what kind of mood you were in uncle Donnie could light up the room and get you laughing and for that few seconds it took your mind off everything and didn't have a worry in the world. My dad said It right you will be missed dearly but NEVER FORGOTTEN!! It's gonna be tough for all of us but in the end we will meet again. I LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER KNOW UNCLE DONNIE! REST IN PEACE!!

—Kyle Truelove

It's hard right now to find the words to say goodbye, so I'll just Wait until I can say "Hello ""Rest in peace " my brother.

—Keith
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Donnie, you were always an amazing friend, quick to help or give advice when needed. We had so many great times with you and Cindy, and the memories of our friendship will stay with us forever. We are at peace knowing that You are at peace. Love, Darwin, Deb and Dez

—The Wilder Family
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