John Carroll Hamby - Fair Funeral Home

John Carroll Hamby June 20, 1946 - February 15, 2017

Born: Thursday Jun 20, 1946

Died: Wednesday Feb 15, 2017

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John Carroll Hamby, Sr., 70, of Stoneville, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, February 15, 2017, at his home after a hard-fought battle with lung cancer.

A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, February 19, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service (1 - 2 PM) at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. Military rites will be performed by the NC National Guard and the Rock. Co. Veteran's Honor Guard.

John was born June 20, 1946 in Tazewell, VA to the late Carl and Beatrice Seals Hamby. His dad passed away at a young age and John moved to Kannapolis and was raised by his aunt. He attended A. L. Brown High School in Kannapolis, NC and Wilkes Comm. College. He married his high school sweetheart on Oct. 2, 1965, Judy, and was drafted into the US Army in Dec. 1965. He served his country in the Vietnam War. Upon honorable discharge, he attended UNC- Chapel Hill for N.C. Highway Patrolman School, and relocated his family to Wilkes Co. He served in the Patrol for 10 years. He later transferred and moved back to Kannapolis. He eventually moved to Stoneville, NC and later retired from Miller Brewing Company, where he served as Union Steward for Teamsters. John will be deeply missed by those who knew him. He was full of wisdom and never missed an opportunity to help others. He was a member of Woodbine Baptist Church in Mayodan.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Burleson Hamby of the home; son, Johnny Hamby, Jr. and wife, Cathy of Asheboro; daughter, Jamie LeAnn Hamby of Stoneville; 10 grandchildren, John William Hamby, Josh Hamby, Jason Hamby, Jaden Graves, Autumn Hamby, Lauren "Elbie" France, Liam France, Breanna Hamby, Victoria Hamby and Katie Hamby; brothers, Frankie Hamby and wife, Linda of Salisbury and Carl Hamby and wife, Stella of China Grove; and sister, Dottie Combs of Kannapolis.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Jerome Hamby and brother, Roger Hamby.

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I am so sorry to hear of Johns' passing. While working at Miller he was the best trainer being so patient and understanding to me that we became such good friends. He always kept everyone laughing with his humor. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. See you in Heaven pal.
Larry Horsley

We are sorry to hear of John's passing. We remember your kindness when visiting Stone Eden Baptist church. May the lord comfort each of you and may your memories serve you well. Gladys M Hill & Doris H Matkins
Doris H Matkins

So sorry to learn of the death of John. Our prayers are with the family Judy.
Jim Burleson Sr

I worked with John in the Brewing Department of Miller Brewing Company for about ten years. John was "the life of the party" on third shift. He had a nickname for everyone and made it his mission to get something going. He never forgot any joke he ever heard and could apply one to any occasion. A smile comes to my face when I think about him.
Joe Davis

John will deeply be missed. He was always so positive and friendly. He was the life of all our Christmas Parties. He could make you laugh when you wanted to cry. I remember the time Tom was out of town and I had to call John because a varmint was in my wood stove and it was really shaking the stove. John and Chris came. John put on the big gray gloves and Chris slowly opened the door. Well it was a rather large yellow woodpecker. We were all surprised. John though it might be a squirrel it made so much noise. John let it go and it wobbled around and went under a building. Tom looked and couldn't find it so we figured it flew away. May John's flight to the Pearly Gates be peaceful and he will say hello to friends and family from we here waiting to meet those gone before us. Prayers are with the family.
Tom & Janette Good

We are sad to hear of John's passing, but rejoice that he is in a far better place and suffers no more! May Judy and family find comfort in Philippians 4:7 "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,will guard your hearts and mind in Christ Jesus." Prayers are with you. Donna, Joe and Zach
Donna Clayton

Judy, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God comfort and carry you through this difficult time.
Ronnie, Robin Manuel

Judy So sorry to hear about John.....prayers for your family
Earlene Shaver

Judy, I just received news that John passed away this week. So sorry to hear this. May God comfort you and the family in the weeks to come.
Rachel Shaver Tice

I knew Frank from our days on the HP. Frank was a good guy!! Sorry to learn of his passing.

Michael Morton

I am sorry for your loss of your beloved John. May family and friends give you comfort along with God's Word. John 5:21,28,29 and Acts 24:15 assure us that those who have fallen asleep in death have the wonderful prospect of living again, at a time when God will remove all sickness, pain, and even death from the earth forever! (Revelation 21:4; Isaiah 25:8) May these scriptures help to console you, providing you each with hope and peace.
Cheryl D.

Hey uncle John. Just talking to you from my cell phone and I know you'll laugh in heaven. I never got a chance to tell you much about how I felt on ya. I guess now that I'm old, well I'm the age you taught me respect. Ya know fishing with out bait. Just finding that spot of common place and love that you find in every person you will meet. I think of you everyday. I think a lot of kids have uncle John's. Whatever. They never had mine, or my uncle Judy.
Jim

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