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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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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Donnie was the best man I ever met. Always there to help if you needed it. Heaven just got a little better, see you there my friend.

—Frank Hise

Going to miss you friend (buddy) but to steal a quote old friends never die they just fade away.

—Roy
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May you be at peace and in the comfort of our Lord and family that have gone before you. You will be missed. Now rest. We all will meet again. ❤️ Yvonne

—Yvonne Engelbrecht

Always was sweet and kind to me. May you Rip brother-in-law

—Crystal Blake

Donnie was one of a kind, always there when needed. He will be missed but NEVER FORGOTTEN. I hope he is at rest and meeting mom and dad and ronnie and catching up with what has been happening since the last time theve seen each other. LOVE YOU MY BROTHER until we meet again.

—Kevin Truelove
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Always remembered baby brother. You are loved.

—Cathy Chapman
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