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John H. “Bo” Denton, Jr., 50, of Morganton, NC passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on October 5, 1974, he was the son of the late John Harry Denton, Sr. and Brenda Faye Bishop Denton.
Bo was a member of Silver Creek Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father, brother, and uncle. Bo enjoyed Georgia Bulldogs football and music played a large role in his life. He was a huge fan of the Rolling Stones and he listened to them daily. He also enjoyed the television series, Gunsmoke, and had seen every episode many times. Bo also enjoyed movies and had a large collection he shared with his wife. Mr. Denton also enjoyed building models and completing puzzles.
Bo is survived by his wife, Tonya Denton; daughter, Alexia Brown; sisters, Christine Denton Ray and Charity Denton Bowman (Nate); niece, Jessica Ray; nephews, Cody Ray (Kelly) and Dustin Ray; parents-in-law, Roy and Sharon Barrier; and numerous extended family.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Friday, January 3, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The graveside service will follow at 3:30 p.m. at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Larry Thompson officiating.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I grew up next door to my cousin Bo. We spent nearly every day together either on the bus ride to and from school, after school and many days in the summer riding our bikes up and down the road, playing video games and listening to Hank Williams Jr. We had a lot of adventures together and Bo was truly a good hearted friend and cousin. I haven't been able to see him much since those days but those memories will last forever. We always heard stories about how our dads did the same thing and I'm sure our Grandpa's did too especially since they were 3 boys with 5 sisters. My condolences to the rest of the family and I really hate he passed so soon; especially since we are the same age. I know others that hold those same kinds of memories will miss him greatly.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time I’ve known Bo ever since he was born and went to church with him when he was a young boy at South Mountain Baptist Church may the Lord be with y’all during this time and God bless you
I grew up next door to my cousin Bo. We spent nearly every day together either on the bus ride to and from school, after school and many days in the summer riding our bikes up and down the road, playing video games and listening to Hank Williams Jr. We had a lot of adventures together and Bo was truly a good hearted friend and cousin. I haven't been able to see him much since those days but those memories will last forever. We always heard stories about how our dads did the same thing and I'm sure our Grandpa's did too especially since they were 3 boys with 5 sisters. My condolences to the rest of the family and I really hate he passed so soon; especially since we are the same age. I know others that hold those same kinds of memories will miss him greatly.
Someone you love is now gone and life will never feel exactly the same. May you be comforted by the warm memories and love that connected you to each other, and may you hold your treasured memories with Bo close to your heart, today and always. Sending You Love and Comfort
I went all through Glen Alpine and Freedom with Bo. He was always smiling and making everyone laugh. He was definitely a good ole boy. Last time I seen him was at our 30 year Freedom high school reunion (1992). I sat with him and his wife awhile and talked about the good ole Glen Alpine days. He will definitely be missed. RIP. 🙏
Heartfelt condolences to all the friends and family of Bo.
My deepest condolences. Praying for the family.
Bo, I believe that your sweet momma and daddy are so happy to see you in Heaven! I believe they have been talking with our Heavenly Father about you since they knew you were on your way!
Sending so much love and prayers!