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Jeffrey Reid Carswell, 63, of Morganton, NC passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born in Morganton on July 25, 1960 to the late Wilbert “Wimp” Reid Carswell and Betty “Joanne” Carswell. Jeff attended Freedom High School and received a golf scholarship to Gardner Webb University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s in Business Management and Accounting. It was in college that he met the love of his life, Janet, to whom he was married to for 40 years. Jeff was in the banking industry for 38 years and finished his career at First Citizens Bank. He was an avid golfer and active member of his community serving in various leadership roles. He was a devoted member of First Baptist Church of Morganton.
Surviving is his mother, Joanne Cline Carswell; wife, Janet Penley Carswell; daughters, Kaitlin Carswell Bensch (Jonathan) and Keri Jo Carswell (Connor Clark); grandchildren, Carswell “Wells” and Grace Bensch; sister, Sandra “Sandy” Carswell Lonon (Rodger); niece, Kristen Lonon Gaston (John Neely).
The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. January 13, 2024 in the sanctuary at First Baptist Church of Morganton. A memorial service will begin at 3 p.m. with Dr. Thomas A. Bland, Jr. officiating. There will be a gathering, following the service, to celebrate Jeff’s life at Mimosa Hills Country Club.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Ridge Healthcare Foundation who will designate contributions to the UNC Health Blue Ridge Cancer Center’s general fund.
The family is very appreciative of the medical care and support provided by the medical staff of UNC Health Blue Ridge.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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We are so very sorry for your loss. We got to meet Kristen’s family at Kristen and John Neely’s wedding in September 2022. I know how much Sandy and Kristen loved him. John Neely talked fondly of him and the entire family. Do know that we are praying for all of you! ❤️🙏 Lyn and Neely Gaston
Jeff and I were very good friends in High School, and had many great times together. Life took us in different directions, and towns, but I always had fond memories. Such a great person gone too soon. Much love and prayers to the family. Until we meet again my friend.
Our prayers are with you all during this time of Jeff's passing. Growing up in the neighborhood with Jeff and Sandra brings back a lot of good memories. Jeff was a good man. We know he'll be missed by you all. May God's love, mercy and grace bring you peace during this time. Doug and Lynn Pollard.
Our prayers go out for the Carswell family. May God's love, mercy and grace abound in your lives as you go through the passing of Jeff. Growing up in the same neighborhood, there are a lot of good memories. Jeff was a good man and will be missed. Doug and Lynn Pollard
I remember Jeff from high school. He was always smiling, laughing & was just a really good guy. I’m sorry for his loss.
Jeff was one of the nicest men I knew. He was my boss and friend. Loved him as a brother in Christ and a wonderful man. You will be missed.
Sandy, I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. There were many weekends spent with your family that I remember fondly. Sending love and prayers to the family.
Prayers lifted for Janet and the family. He selflessly contributed so much to our community and beyond. He will be missed. Peace and hope, John Branstrom
Jeff, will be missed at First Citizens Bank. Jeff was loved by many and contributed to the success of whoever he was around. He made our company a much better place with the highest of character and integrity. Prayers go out to Jeff's family during this time.
Dear Family, I am so sorry for the loss of Jeff. We went to Glen Alpine from grade school through Freedom together. My prayers are with you.