Committal
Katlyn Benfield Walker, 27, of Morganton, NC passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025. She was born on March 8, 1997 to William Anthony Benfield and the late Jada Lawing Benfield.
Katlyn was a member of Laurel Haven Baptist Church. She attended Central Piedmont Community College where she obtained her Associate’s Degree in American Sign Language. She loved her fur babies. Katlyn was a loving person who was very forgiving and full of life. She had a bright future ahead of her.
In addition to her father, William Benfield, she is survived by her husband, Christian Walker; siblings, Katlyn Douglas, Logan Hubbard and Lily Prebor; maternal grandmother, Jane Lawing; a special Uncle Weyland Prebor and Sissy Sascha Prebor.
In addition to her mother, Jada Benfield, Katlyn was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Ed “Bless your Heart” Lawing.
The family will receive friends from 1pm to 2pm on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the Morganton Wesleyan Church. A Celebration of Katlyn’s Life will follow in the church at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the North Carolina School for the Deaf Foundation, Inc, PO Box 1397, Morganton, NC 28680.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I am so sorry that such a wonderful wife and friend has left us. She will always be in our hearts.
Heaven gain another angel. May the love of family and friends and your treasured memories help you find the strength to face each day without her. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Katiebug, words cannot express how sad we at losing you too soon. You were a shining light in this world and you will forever be loved and forever missed. I hope you and your Momma are dancing on the streets of gold together! Praying for your family and those who love you as this was such a shock. On wings of angels sweet girl...
So sad that you left us way too soon. I can remember the first time I seen you, standing in the hall with those beautiful blue eyes and blonde hair. Katlyn, Logan and me were blessed to have you in our lives. I love you and will miss you Katie I hope you and your mom are having a blast right now! Dana
I was Blessed to meet this sweet young lady. I’m so sorry for your family and friends your loss is devastating. Praying for strength for them all!
Jane, Sascha, and Family I'm so sorry for the loss of your granddaughter and niece. Your family is in my thoughts and Prayers! Jodie Noles Bartlett
Katie I love you sooo much words can’t explain how much I’ll miss you. Fly high beautiful❤️ Forever your big sister😘
Prayers and love to entire family!