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W. H. “Bill” Lachot, Jr., 90, of Morganton, NC, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023.
Born in Catawba County, NC on January 14, 1933, he is the son of the late Willis Henry Lachot and Lula Treat Chapman Lachot.
Bill was an active member of First Baptist Church. He was a former chairman of the board of trustees for the church, sang in the choir, and was a member of the Men’s Sunday School Class. Along with his second wife, Carol, he participated in missions to Poland, Romania, and Ukraine.
Bill served two terms in the North Carolina House of Representatives. He also owned and operated First Insurance Agency, and he later became a partner in First Brockland Insurance.
Bill is survived by his sons, Wesley D. Lachot (Lisa), Donald A. Lachot, and Perry H. Lachot; daughters, Anne M. Lachot and Carol Lynn L. Dosh (Andrew); step-children, Kenneth Corn (Catharine), Phillip Corn, and Sharon Gootman; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Denise Corn; and sister, Gay Brangle.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his first wife, Rowena G. Lachot; second wife, Carolyn D. Lachot; step-sons, Barry and Robert Corn; and sister, Sue Banner.
The family will receive friends from 2pm until 3pm, Sunday, January 14, 2023 at First Baptist Church Morganton. The funeral will be held in the church at 3pm, with the Dr. Thomas A. Bland Jr. officiating.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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My deepest sympathy and love to the family. Bill was always a friend to me, kind and caring. Praying for peace and comfort for the family.
My condolences to the family. Bill was a good man and friend of mine. I worked with he and Dennis Brockland supported their computers over 20 years. Anne and Barry were my classmates. He was a man of integrity and he will be missed.
Anne, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I have loss both of my parent so I understand the pain you're going through. Please know you're in my prayers. Missy Stephens Schmidt
So sorry for your loss Ann and family.
My deepest sympathy to Anne and family. I am praying for the comfort of faith as you mourn your sweet father.
Anne and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We only knew Bill for a short time but he became a sweet friend to us. All of the visits with him at Grace Ridge and a Vanilla shake from Cook Out will forever hold such fond memories. He had such a servant's heart. Regina Henry and the family of Ruby Hoyle
Sending you love, hugs, and prayers for Anne and your family.
Thank you to everyone who left a lovely message and those to come. Daddy lived a FULL life! He lived a life anyone would be honored to live! Love to you all, Perry.
Anne and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. I will remember your family in my thoughts and prayers.
My condolences to all of the family. Lifting you in prayer 🙏