Gary Dale Price

Gary Dale Price, 79, of Morganton, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

Born in Polk County, NC on June 12, 1945, he was the son of the late Jessie Willard Price and Lena Hembree Price. Gary was a heavy equipment operator for Herron Grading and Septic for over 30 years. He loved metal fabrication, raising a garden, going on weekend scrap yard trips, and riding in the mountains. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he most enjoyed spending time with family.

Gary is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ida Pitts; children, Tracy Price (Kevin Burnette), Renee Stamey (Paul), Gary Wayne Price (Melanie), Rita Price (Shannon Touhy), and Frita Price; grandchildren, Starla Stamey (fiancé, Andrew Devinney), Emma Price, Garen Price, Danielle Thomas, Kyle Brooks, and Michael John Presnell; six great-grandchildren; siblings, Donald Price (Margie), Margo Duckworth, Wayne Price (Debbie), and Ronnie Price; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family; and his canine companion, Little Boy Buddy.

In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by a sister, Brenda Price Roper.

The graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2024 at Glen Alpine Cemetery with Rev. Melvin Revis officiating.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.