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.