Walter Gladden, 76, of Morganton, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023 at Amorem Hospice following a period of declining health.

Walter was born October 16, 1946, in Cleveland County to the late Ernest Gladden Sr. and Carrie Mull Gladden. He was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church and loved to be at the carp pond fishing.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Gladden; and numerous brothers and sisters.

He is survived by several nieces and nephews that he considered his children; brother, Bill Gladden; sisters, Clara Pritchard, Minnie Hollifield, and Elizabeth Pendley; and girlfriend, Mary Chapman.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Baptist Church at 7640 Watershed Rd, Morganton, NC 28655.

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