Lonnie Fay Setzer Newton, North Carolina Obituary

Lonnie Fay Setzer

Lonnie Fay Setzer, 80, of Conover passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022 at his residence. He was born March 11, 1942 in Catawba County to the late Coyte Ernest Setzer and Isobel Yount Setzer. Lonnie, his father, and Ronnie owned and operated Catawba Valley Motor Line. He also worked for Hickory Springs Manufacturing for more than 22 years. Lonnie enjoyed senior bowling and driving his antique cars. He loved entering his cars in antique shows and sharing the cars’ histories with everyone. For many years, he was very dedicated to donating blood and later platelets, donating many gallons in his lifetime. Lonnie was a faithful member of Faith Lutheran Church in Conover. Most of all, he was very devoted to his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Patsy Ann Setzer; and twin brother, Ronnie Setzer. Those left to cherish his memory are: His wife of 61 years: Barbara Campbell Setzer Son: Dennis Alan Setzer and wife Jill Daughter: Zina Setzer Burney and husband Jay Sister: Cheryl Kiziah and husband Dave Grandchildren: Julian Cody Setzer (Amanda), Anna Catherine Burney, Mary Margaret Burney, and Rebecca Lynn Burney Great-Grandchildren: Finley James and Harrison Luke Setzer Many special nieces, nephews, cousins, and a special uncle, Johnny Olup A memorial service to celebrate Lonnie’s life will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Conover. Rev. Mary Miller-Zurell will officiate. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658 Condolences may be sent to the Setzer family at www.bennettfuneralservice.com The Setzer family is in the care of Bennett Funeral Service of Newton, 828-465-2111
March 11, 1942 - May 13, 202203/11/194205/13/2022
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Sharon Sigmon Whisnant
May 19, 2022
Prayers to his lived ones
Josie Harris
May 17, 2022
Prayers for the family 🙏❤️
Drucilla Huffman
May 17, 2022
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Carol Bond, Kelly Fry, Christy Pendleton
May 17, 2022
Love and prayers for you, Bobbie, and your family.
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Vicky Watson
May 17, 2022
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Greg Jarrett
May 17, 2022
Way too many memories to share. It was always fun hanging with this family! So sorry to hear of his passing. Thoughts and prayers with the family!
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Ann Simmons
May 17, 2022
I bowled with Lonnie for several years.. he was such a sweet and humble man., a true gentleman.. prayers for his family and bowling buddies
Faye Moore Myers
May 17, 2022
So sorry to see this news. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Linda Padgett
May 17, 2022
Prayers for the family
DiAnn Downs
May 17, 2022
I went to school with him from grade 1, and Sunday School every Sunday at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Claremont, NC. The twins were always every nice and kind. My deepest sympathy to Bobbie and his family, all that loved him.❤🙏🙏✝✝🌹🌹.God Bless..