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Pamela Warlick Simmons, 68, of Morganton, NC passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025. She was born on August 7, 1956 in Burke County to the late Rex Warlick and Virginia Cruz Warlick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Gene Warlick.
Pam was a hard worker who enjoyed staying busy. She was employed at Wal-Mart in Morganton for 32 years, serving as Department Manager for over 20 years. She also held various secondary jobs at local businesses. She officially retired in 2019 and devoted her retirement to family, traveling, camping, and crafting. She was truly gifted at creating personalized scrapbooks, heartfelt greeting cards, and a variety of novelty items that she lovingly gifted to others and sold at craft shows. She would pour countless hours into designing the perfect gift or card, taking great care to consider the recipient's tastes and what would bring them joy. Observing others appreciate and admire her creations brought her great joy.
Pam is survived by her husband of thirty-four years, Wayne Simmons; son, Steve Kiddy (Sharon); stepdaughter, Ashley Kahl (Steven); stepson, David Simmons (Jennifer); grandchildren, Jessi and Courtney Kiddy, James and Ella Kahl, Lawson, Noah, and Charlotte Simmons; great-grandchildren, Madelyn and Ashton; sister, Karen Walker (Tim); half-sister, Dolly; half-brother, Jimmy; and canine companion, Pepper.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m., Friday, April 18, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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She was a wonderful friend and person! She will be greatly missed!
Sorry for your lost pam was a very hard worker and good friend and will be miss I will miss seeing her at Walmart shopping and will remember the good days and bad . I will keep you and your family in prayers 🙏
Wayne and family, My deepest sympathy is sent your way.I am praying for peace and comfort for you all!
I will miss her, she was one of kind. She was fun to work with at Wal-Mart. Until we met again. Heaven gained another angel. Prayers for Pam's family, I'm so sorry.
I am so sorry for your loss. Pam was a wonderful woman. I worked many years with her at Walmart. Prayers for the family! She will be missed greatly!! ❤️
Words cannot begin to describe how heartbroken we are to hear of Pam’s passing , but I find comfort in knowing she is healed now and in no more pain. I have never known such a fighter ! She loved her family dearly and talked about them often. My husband and I had the privilege of meeting Wayne and Pam years ago at Tom Johnson’s Camping Center and stayed in touch regularly ever since, we feel so blessed to have known them both! Please know the family will be in our prayers in the days to come for peace and comfort. Find peace in knowing we will see her again one day thanks to our Lord and Savior! Love to all!🙏🙏
Wayne and family, but I am so sorry to heard of your loss! Prayers for all!