Nina Faye Thompson Anderson, 93, of Morganton, NC, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Born in Burke County, NC on January 17, 1933, she was the daughter of the late William Vance Thompson and Bessie Louise Clontz Thompson.
Nina was a longtime member of Oak Hill United Methodist Church. She taught first and second grade children’s Sunday school for more than 25 years, was active in the United Methodist Women, was a member of the Mabel Harbison Sunday School Class, and was a member of the Do Your Own Thing group. Nina participated in several disaster response mission teams to North Carolina and Mississippi.
She was an exceptional cook and loved cooking and baking, especially her chicken pie and chocolate pound cake. Nina loved writing cards and found joy in nature’s beauty, especially birds and flowers, and she loved spending time with her beloved family. She worked at Sigri Great Lakes Carbon for over 43 years.
Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Kristen A. Richardson and husband, Charles; and a number of beloved nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Nina was preceded in death by her husband, Charles W. Anderson; son, C. David Anderson; brothers, William Thompson (Alpha) and Bobby Thompson (Jettie); sisters, Sara Thompson and Mildred Leonhardt (Gordon); beloved sister-in-law, Susie Walden (Bill); and a number of extended family whom she cherished.
The funeral will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Oak Hill United Methodist Church with Rev. Adam Love officiating and the graveside service will follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends in the church MPAC building after the services.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Oak Hill United Methodist Church, General Fund, 2239 NC 181, Morganton, NC 28655 (ohumc.com/donate).
The family would like to give special thanks to Mamie Tate, Paula Watkins and the staff of Amorem Hospice, especially Nurse Heaven, who helped Nina live out her days at home. They would also like to thank the care team at Burke Primary Care for the compassionate care shown to Nina.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Kristen, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was such a sweet lady who was always a bright light to those who knew her. My heart goes out to you and the rest of your family! May you be comforted by the many memories of her love and light! Love and prayers! Tammy Kelly Packard
Kristen and Charles, Our hearts go out to you in the passing of Mrs. Anderson. Your love and devotion to her have been evident all the years we have known you. It was clear she was a blessing to you and that you two were blessings to her. Now asking for God's blessings on you.
Kristen, I am so sorry for the loss of your dear mother. She was such a sweet and precious lady! Love and prayers Dear!
Kristen and Charles, She never forgot a birthday card. It is because of her I have kept up with sending mail to loved ones throughout my travels. Love you both and praying for you.
Kristen,you and your family are in my prayers 🙏 I saw you at Mission Hospital when your mother was there.We prayed together on the way to our cars the afternoon I saw you in March for your dear mother and my mother in law who was also at Mission.Your mother was very blessed to have you for a daughter,Kristen! Praying for you,Lonna Wilson
Kristen - Oh I’m so sorry to hear of Nina’s passing. She was such a special lady. She will never be forgotten - especially for her special card ministry. When Byron had his cancer, not a week passed that he didn’t have a card from your precious mama in our mailbox. That meant the world to our family. I know she’s celebrating with your dad, brother and Jesus in heaven!! Prayers for you and the family as you mourn her. She was loved!!!
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your mom was a very kind person. I know she will be missed by those that knew her.
Aunt Nina was so very special to me. She would do anything for anyone. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Love you Aunt Nina.
Kristen and family, What a long and wonderful life she lived, and what an enduring legacy she leaves behind. May your time ahead be supported by close family and friends, filled with precious memories, and may peace be with you all.❤️
Nina was such a kind and generous person. Her beautiful spirit will never be forgotten. Kristen and Charles, please accept my sympathies during this difficult time.