Reneé Loven Faircloth, 62, of Morganton, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Monday, April 17, 2023.
Born in Burke County, NC on January 3, 1961, she was the daughter of Nina Faye King Loven and the late Sterling Loven.
Reneé was a member of Arney’s Fairview United Methodist Church where she served on numerous committees. She worked for 28 years for the North Carolina Department of Corrections throughout the state. She finished her career as a Captain at Marion Correctional Institute. During her career she received numerous honors and awards.
Reneé was an avid animal lover. She enjoyed spending time with and caring for all the animals at Horseshoe Bend Campground, especially her beloved Boston Terrier, Maggie. She also enjoyed listening to her daughter, Shelley, sing and her son-in-law, R.W., play the piano.
In addition to her mother, Ms. Faircloth is survived by her daughter, Shelley Faircloth Hobbs (R.W.); granddaughters, Kara and Sadie Hobbs; brothers, John J. Loven and Vance Loven; sister, Doris McMahon (Larry); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Reneé was preceded in death by her father and twin brother, Mike Loven.
The family will receive friends from 12 to 1 p.m., Friday, April 21, 2023 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Ed Stephenson officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Church Cemetery. Honors will be provided by the NC Department of Corrections.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Burke County Friends for Animals.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.
Im so shocked to learn of my old friend and high school classmate passing. I send my condolences to the family and especially to Shelly. Renee and I were friends and high school classmates back when we were silly and everything was fun. RIP old friend.
I will miss you but now you have your wings
Renee and I was hired on the same day with the Department of Correction, August 23, 1993, attended CO training together, shared a room together for 4 weeks, rode, ate, slept, laughed, shared secrets, talked about our kids, husbands, studied, and so much more. A Sister from a different mother, who's name happen to be Nina, too. My heart is heavy, but rejoicing and believing GOD is always in control. I will see her again. My condolences to her family and may you always know she is so loved by many. May God's love continue to comfort you. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
While I never met Renee I do know her daughter Shelly. Shelly is a beautiful and talented young woman using her talent for the service of The Lord. What joy Renee must have taken in her and in knowing she brought up such a child. Rest in The Presence of Your Lord Renee - a well deserved rest...
I convey my most sincere condolences to Renee's family , friends and former co-workers. Our loving GOD has once again fulfilled HIS word as expressed in Ecclesiastes 3: 1,i.e. For every thing under the heaven, there's a season . Thank you GOD for allowing us to cherish fond memories of love ones gone to be with YOU. Thank you family for sharing Renee . She was always a wonderful person to work with that gave her very best in all endeavors. Heaven has gained an Angel. FATHER GOD please keep, bless and comfort everyone during this difficult time. Continuing in PRAYER, Anthony Hathaway, III Retired Superintendent
Ms Faircloth was a blessing to know and a great co-worker . Sending prayers and condolences to family and friends.
Renee, we never met. But we will walk the streets of gold together one day. I work with Shelly, and she's pretty amazing which speaks volumes about you. So I'll just tell you what Jesus told you when you left us to be with Him. "Well Done!" And Renee, please save my seat in the mansion. Jimi Clemons
Alma Dean Cooper and family, Dwan, Joy, Fay, Suzy and Durwood, Jr. wish to express our condolences to family and friends. Renee’ was a wonderful friend to our family and many others during her time living in Columbia. May God’s love bring you comfort and peace as you share wonderful memories of times together!