Joe Luey Fulbright, 88, of Connelly Springs entered his heavenly home Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center Charlotte following a car accident.
Luey was born March 17, 1936 in Burke County to the late Kelly Oliver Fulbright and Fennie Knox Fulbright. He was a faithful member of Warlick’s Baptist Church, active in Sunday School, senior adult activities, choir and a deacon. His daily life was a testimony of his Christian faith.
Before his retirement he worked in the hosiery industry as a fixer in Morganton and Baton.
He delivered Meals on Wheels for many years; sang with the Unifour Chorus, a local group that ministered in nursing homes.
Luey loved gospel and bluegrass music; sports, especially baseball; gardening (he raised the best and sweetest watermelons). Mowing his grass, riding his tractor, and sowing fields for dove hunting brought him much joy. Hunting with his brothers and Uncle Jock, running rabbits, gigging for suckers, and jug-fishing at Lake Norman were very special to him.
Luey enjoyed taking his young family yearly to the beach and celebrating birthdays and holidays with his loving family.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara Rink Fulbright; sister, Betty Sue Fulbright; and brothers, Jesse, Olen, Jerry, and Daniel Fulbright.
He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-five years, Judy Powell Fulbright; daughters, Kathy Pittman and husband Tim of Connelly Springs, Amy Pritchard and husband John of Connelly Springs, and Mitzi Triplett and husband Derek of Granite Falls; grandchildren, Lauren Pittman Frogge and husband Jake of Belmont, Colby Pittman and wife Shannon of Cary, and Magnolia Triplett of Granite Falls; and great-grandchildren, Baylor Frogge, and Tenley Frogge. Also surviving are his brothers, Herman Fulbright and wife Leta of Morganton, Mike Fulbright and wife Reba of Connelly Springs, Ted Fulbright and wife Doris of Connelly Springs; sisters-in-law, Arcola Fulbright and Gale Fulbright; and numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025 at 2:30 PM at Warlicks Baptist Church with Rev. Gary Murry and Rev. Donnie Chapman officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM on Friday prior to the service.
The family of Luey Fulbright would like to express their gratitude for the immediate response to his accident. We were assured by Trooper Lane and Dr. Meyers (Atrium) that everything humanly possible was done to save his life. May God bless these amazing people as they continue to administer help to our state and community.
Memorials may be made to Handyman Ministry at Warlick’s Baptist Church at 2684 Warlick’s Church Road, Connelly Springs, NC 28612 or to Meals on Wheels, Burke County Senior Center at 501 N. Green St. Morganton, NC 28655.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.
So sad to hear-a very good man. Prayers…
Luey was such a special person and a blessing to so many. Always so supportive and caring He will be missed by so many people thank you Lucy and Judy for all the strength and love ya gave mom and me
Judy, Kathy, Amy, and Mitzi, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Luey was one of the finest men I’ve ever known. Anyone that knew him, loved him. I hope you can all find comfort in knowing you will see him again. Love you all
He was a great man of faith and a prayer warrior. He was a great pillar of the community and the family could not have had a greater man of faith that loved them….a true wise man of the faith. Great influence on my life and faith.
Judy, Kathy, Amy, & Mitzi,
Ron and I are so sorry for your loss. Luey was a fine Christian man and we have many good memories of him, some going back to the early days of the Hastings twins at Warlicks.
We pray that God gives you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
What a blessing to know Luey. Prayers to the family.