Nolan Garland Mull, Jr. - Fair Funeral Home

Nolan Garland Mull, Jr. May 20, 1936 - June 2, 2021

Born: Wednesday May 20, 1936

Died: Wednesday Jun 2, 2021

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Nolan Garland Mull, Jr., 85, passed away Wednesday evening, June 2, 2021, at UNC-Rockingham Health Care in Eden.

A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday, June 5th, at Burke Memorial Park in Morganton, NC with full military rites being performed by the US Marine Corp Honor Guard. The family will receive friends Friday evening, 5 – 7 PM, at Fair Funeral Home.

Born May 20, 1936 in Burke County, NC, Nolan was the son of the late Nolan Garland Mull, Sr. and Merle Bess Mull. He was a retired US Marine veteran who served his country during the Vietnam War. Nolan had 20 years of active service. Following his military retirement he worked as a supervisor for Spray Textured Yarns.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Betty Lingerfelt Mull of the home; daughters, Wanda Louise Haymore (Bobby) of Ocean Isle Beach, NC and Audrey Annette McCrickard (Mike) of Eden; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and one on the way; daughter-in-law, Patricia “Pat” Mull of Eden; brother, Gary H. Mull (Sandra) of Murrells Inlet, SC; and sister, Susanne Mull Smith of Lincolnton, NC.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Garlan “Ray” Mull and brother, Leroy Mull.

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Dear Audrey and family, So very sorry to hear about your father's passing! Will continue to have your family in our prayers!
Betty Smith Madison

We are very sad that Nolan has passed away. He was a fine gentleman and a true Patriot.
Dot and Jim Bush

Pete and I were honored and blessed to have known Nolan. He was a wonderful person. There was always a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family.
Christell Lewis

Betty, You remain in my thoughts and prayers during this time of great loss. Enjoyed living near you both in Eden for a number of years and working with Nolan at the college. He loved being a Marine and he will be missed.
Dr. William Knight

My condolences to your family.
Terri Crowder

Danielle and I send our condolences and pray for your family. I didn’t get to know Nolan but from what I’ve been told he was a very honorable man. God bless
Mickey & Danielle Pruitt

Betty and family, Heart-felt sympathy in your grief.
Sandra Saunders

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