Fred Alexander Price, 94, of Connelly Springs, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at Amorem Hospice of Burke County, following a period of declining health.

Fred was born  January 4, 1929, in Alexander County to the late Ruben Price and Nevia Bolick Price. He served honorably in the United States Army.  He was a devoted member of First Baptist Church Hildebran, where he was known as the “candy man”, who loved children. He taught Sunday school and served as a Deacon. He was also a hard worker, loving husband, good father, and a good friend to many.

In addition to his parents, he is proceeded in death by his son, Barney G. Price; his brothers Therman Price, Charlie Price, and Albert Price, and also a sister Beulah Bauguss.

He is survived by his wife Mary Robinson Price; sisters, Rosa Lee Rooker of Bluffton, SC, and Cora Lee Bowman of Conover, NC; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church Hildebran, with Pastor Cory Smith and Rev. Ron Arndt officiating. Interment will follow at Mtn. View Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Thursday prior to the service from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the church.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Hildebran, c/o Building Fund at PO Box 220. Hildebran, NC 28637 or to Amorem Hospice at 1721 Enon Rd., Valdese, NC 28690.

Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese is assisting the family.