Robert Lee Pearson, 35, of Morganton, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.

Robert was born April 2, 1988 in Burke County to Patricia Wilkie Pearson and the late Clarence “Buster” Pearson. He loved playing musical instruments, but mostly his guitar and loved animals. Robert had a great sense of humor.

In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary Wilkie; great-grandmother, Edna Wilkie; and aunt Tammy Caroway.

He is survived by his mother, Patricia of the home; sister, Dawn Woody and husband Steven; aunt, Starlet Lackey (Paul Beaver); uncle, Casey Wilkie and wife Heather; niece, Lindsey; nephews, Dalton, Jarrett, and Bladen; and great nieces, Kendell, Tesla, and Paisley.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 4:00 PM in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with Rev. Marvin Wiley officiating.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese.

Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.