John H. “Bo” Denton, Jr.

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.