Joshua Eric Spears, 45, of Lenoir passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at his home.
Josh was born May 4, 1979; on his beloved grandmother’s birthday, Grace Louise Pennell; in Catawba County to Douglas R. Spears and Kim Pennell Waldon. He was a member of Corinth Baptist Church and worked at Hickory Springs Manufacturing PTI Plant. Josh loved to ride his motorcycle, old cars, and watching drag races.
In addition to his mother, Kim Waldon he is survived by his step-father, John Waldon; son, Ryan Short and wife Mikayla; half-brother, Steven Spears; step-sister, Shannon Waldon Helms and husband George Jr.; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with Pastor James Cooke Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM prior to the service on Saturday.
Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese is assisting the family.
I have no idea how to find the correct words to leave here ….. Joshua I must say my heart fills with such immense sadness at the loss of what could have been what should have been for you for Ryan and your family. You were taken far too soon and now the aftermath Ryan left without a father nor a mother both taken by addiction. I’ve soo many questions concerning the manner in which you were taken from thi world and zero answers that make any sense. Despite our issues resulting in the end of our relationship I never stopped caring for you or praying for you. We all have our demons we battle but beneath it all your heart was good just lost in a world of struggle. I find peace in the promise of your salvation as a believer in Yeshua and I can only hope that that the mother the son and the rest of your family can find some peace in the same.
Heavenly Father bring comfort to those who mourn the loss of this man, your child. Mend what’s been broken and allow your presence to bring about healing and strength.
Mrs Waldon and Ryan call me 8282380842for any reason at anytime day or night I am here for you in whatever way I may be of service I love you guys ….. This too shall pass….. stay in constant prayer and allow Gods love to bring you comfort and serve as a reminder that this is not goodbye but see ya later!
Until we get there, Gods speed!
You all are in my yhoughts and prayers.i am so sorry for your loss. May God ease.your sorrow and wrap his arms around you all.
Sending up prayers for his family. I’m so saddened by this. I’ve only met him a couple times a few years ago I’m friends with his cousin. I hope yall can get answers and find peace.
Rest easy Joshua.