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Mike Pearson, 76 of Valdese, NC passed away, Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
Born on December 21, 1946, he was the son of the late Grant and Juanita Pearson. Mike was a loving husband, father, pawpaw and gpaw. He enjoyed football, shooting pool, and eating Mexican food. Mike was a loyal member of Morganton Moose Lodge and a Son of the American Legion. He gave the best hugs and was a good friend to everyone.
Mike is survived by his wife, Gail Helms Pearson; sons, Barry Pearson and Joey Pearson; grandchildren, Heath Pearson (Sara) and Austin Pearson (Kara); great-granddaughter, Caroline Pearson; siblings, Eugene Pearson, Detra Hall, Terryl Pearson (Lynda), and Lana German; and brother-in-law, Tommy Helms (Linda).
In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by his brother, Byron Pearson; infant brothers, Randy and Barry Pearson; and mother and father-in-law, Vera and Jirl Helms.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Friday, January 6, 2023 at United Baptist Church. A celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. in the church with the Revs. Steve Matthews and Steve Ramsey officiating.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Gail and family, we send our deepest sympathy on the loss of an incredible husband, father, grandfather and more in Mike. Thank you for sharing his life with the Moose Fraternity all these years. His wisdom, generous heart and spirit of service blessed so many, including the children at Mooseheart and seniors at Moosehaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss Gail.
Were were so sorry to hear that Mike has departed. Mike & Gail were always kind to us and he was always smiling. Gail our hearts go out to you. You and your family are in our prayers. Steve & Cathy .
Always loved being greeted with Mikes warm smile and words of wisdom. We will miss him but will always remember him.
Mike was a wonderful friend. We have known Mike for many years. He always greeted us with a smile and a hug. He loved his family so much and always greeted everyone with a smile. We will Mike so much. Rest In Peace dear friend.
Gail I am so sorry. I just heard. I am very close and you can call on me anytime. Love you.
Mike you were our angel on earth now your our angel in heaven. You were the kindess,caring,loving,everybodys go to dance partner,person that would give the shirt off his back to help anyone in need. It was an honor and a plessure to know you. Ive never met a more big hearted person until you. Fly high POP I Love you and thank you for all the lifes lesson you taught me over the years. Your prayers weren't wasted i promise this is not goodbye this is see you later 💔
I will always remember you as the best caregiver my Daddy could have ever had. You were part of our family and we were very blessed knowing you. Gail, my heart goes out to you. You and your family are in my prayers.