Edgar Carswell, Jr., 66, of Morganton, NC, took his heavenly flight on Sunday, April 21, 2024.
Born in Cleveland County, NC on August 26, 1957, he was the son of the late Edgar Carswell, Sr. and Evelyn Jordan Carswell. Edgar was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church and worked for Wilkie Construction for 37 years as a mechanic. He was very talented and could fix or build anything. Mr. Carswell enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family.
A devoted family man, Edgar is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Wilma Patton Carswell; children, Doug Taylor (Becky), Dustin Taylor (Crystle), and Kimberly Carswell Eckard (Eric); grandchildren, Justin Taylor, Lindsi Taylor, Adalyn Taylor, Madison Eckard, Greylon Eckard, Emery Taylor, and Patton Taylor; sister, Debra Workman (Ray); brother, Larry Carswell (Jody); numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family; and his fur-babies, Ladybug, Elsa, and Lucy.
In addition to his parents, Edgar was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Joe Ingle.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. in the church with Rev. Michael Gantt officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Olive Baptist Church Building Fund, 5388 Mt. Olive Church Road, Morganton, NC 28655.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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May your family be wrapped in love and prayers. Always keep memories in your heart and family forever.
And also Wilma you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hope n pray for peace.
He was a more than great man ,will miss him dearly,had a lot of knowledge annd words olny a regular man would understand ,and it’s gone with him.Ol bud . I will see you later on ol bud good bye.
I’m sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sorry for you and your families loss, sending prayers your way.
So sorry to hear this sad news. Praying that God will give all of his family the peace and understanding in which each one may need during this sad time. Praying for your family. Bertie Bland
So sorry to hear of the loss of a dear friend. He loved his family very much and spoke of them often. He will be greatly missed by many.
So sorry to hear about Eddie My Prayers and thoughts are with you and family Wilma I know what you are feeling
Dear sweet Wilma and family, I am so very sorry for your heartache. I offer my deepest condolences to you all. Will be praying for your comfort and peace during these trying days.
Bless all the family and friends. He was a good man.