Harold Dean Elmore, 86, of Valdese, passed away Thursday May 29, 2025 at UNC Healthcare Blue Ridge following a brief illness.
Harold was born on August 9, 1938 in Cleveland County to the late Oscar Lee Elmore and Etta Sparks Elmore. Harold served his country in the United States Navy, and was a retired police officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. He was also a member of Mount Home Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three brothers, Gene Elmore, Hugh Elmore and Ralph Elmore.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Mabrey Elmore of the home; one brother, Jimmy Elmore and wife Jan of Holden Beach; one sister, Mary Sue Deaton of Holden Beach; also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Monday June 2, 2025 in the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese, with Rev. David Orders and Rev. Freddy Lindsey officiating. Entombment will follow at Burke Memorial Park, with military honors provided by the United States Navy and the Caldwell County Honor Guard.
The family will receive friends Monday from 2:00-3:00 P.M. at Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Caldwell County Honor Guard, PO Box 702 Hudson, NC 28638.
An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com.
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is serving the family.
My deepest condolences. I’m sorry I’m not closer to co.e and pay my respects. God Bless.
Shirley and family, Rick and I send our love, prayers and thought to each of you. We love you so much and are here for you. God is with you!
Harold was like a father to me, always showing love, giving advice, teaching me new things, and sharing stories of his life with me . He always asked about my kids, offering advice or praise. My fondest memory of Shirley and Harold was the respect and love they showed each other. After yrs being married, they were as in love as if it were the first day. Their actions toward each other showed that. I will miss Harold beyond words but I have beautiful memories from long takes while in the hospital and promises he made me keep. Harold was a man of respect in my eyes. I am blessed and honored at all he taught me. Shirley married a good man and kept her promises to him till death they parted. God will carry Shirley until they meet again. Harold, your deer will continue to be fed as u taught me. Love always
Shirley, we are very saddened to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Howard and Priscilla Stirewalt
Hildebran, NC
Shirley I loved him so much, condolences