Thad Eugene Setzer, 100 years old of Catawba, NC passed away quietly with his family at his bedside in the early morning hours of Saturday, December 8, 2018. He was residing at the Sherrills Ford Hospice House in Sherrills Ford. Thad was born April 17, 1918 in Catawba County to the late Avery and Lillie Setzer. He was a member of The Mt. View United Methodist Church in Claremont.
Thad loved life, people and his family. He also loved his Atlanta Braves. He never missed a game. Riding around on his tractor brought a smile to his face but no bigger a smile than that of a chicken pot pie, one of his favorites. Thad will be greatly missed, he already is…
Thad is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife Margie and a brother, Forest. Those left to cherish his memories include a sister, Raynell Queen; nieces, Jane Smith, Kay Roberts, Rita Queen and a nephew Randy Queen. Also, numerous great nieces, great nephews, great- great nieces and great- great nephews.
A celebration of his Thad’s Life will be held on Wednesday, December 12 at 12:30 at his church, Mt View United Methodist Church, 1248 Balls Creek Rd, Claremont, NC with The Reverend Richard Irwin officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11am to 12:15. Memorial contributions may be made to the wonderful foundation, Sherrills Ford Hospice House, 7473 Sherrills Ford Rd, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673.
Online condolences may be shared at www.drumfh-conover.com who has been entrusted with Thad’s service arrangements.
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