Mrs. Geraldine Carroll Corpening, 81, of Connelly Springs, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at UNC-BR Morganton, following a period of declining health.
Geraldine was born on December 9, 1943, in Cherokee County to the late William Carroll and Edna Hancock Carroll. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker, who was known for her quick wit and welcoming smile.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack Donald Corpening, one son, Donald Corpening, two brothers, and one sister.
Surviving is her daughter, Karen Goins and Marty of Connelly Springs, and three grandchildren: Tyler Goins, Spencer Goins and Joy Guthrie.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service, with Rev. Austin Cline officiating.
The family will receive friends following the service.
Memorials may be sent to VIA Health Partners, 101 Lenoir St. Morganton, NC 28655.
An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is serving the Corpening family.
I will truly miss her, even though we were cousins, she was like a sister to me. We grew up together. May she have peace and rest in heaven.
Karen, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. You and your family are in my prayers. Lisa Dale
Karen,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I Pray that you and your family will find Comfort and Peace during
this time. Much love, Crystal Pritchard