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Kenneth Fender Obituary

DALLAS - Kenneth Dale Fender, 46, of 3020 Hereford Lane, died June 6, 2014.

He was general manager of J.R. Cole Industries in Charlotte, was a member of Berea Baptist Church where he served as Sunday school teacher and Deacon.

He was a professional fisherman, and a member of FLW-BFL Fisherman League, where he had won several awards.

Survivors include his wife Betty Ann Phillips Fender, his parents, Barbara Hartness Shoaf and Ronald V. Shoaf of Charlotte, two daughters, Haley Fender Propst and husband Corey of Dallas, Kenna Taylor Fender of Gastonia, two stepsons, Chad Thomas Coffey of Lake Wylie, S.C., Justin Allen Coffey and wife Beth of Denver, N.C., a granddaughter, Paisley Faye Propst, a brother, David Fender and wife Donna of Mount Holly, a special sister-in-law, Cindy Featherstone, special friends, Brent and Teresa Starling, and his fishing buddy Steve Shaw.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mr Fender will be held 7 p.m. Sunday at Berea Baptist Church with Pastor Rick Ivey officiating.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Church.

Memorials may be made to Berea Baptist Church Youth Ministry, 2522 Hickory Grove Road, Gastonia NC 28056.

Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mount Holly is in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Gaston Gazette on Jun. 7, 2014.

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Robbie King

June 9, 2014

Ken was a truly awesome individual who was full of joy. I always looked forward to seeing and spending time with him when I traveled to Charlotte. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.

Paul Adams

June 9, 2014

Our sincere condolences to the Fender family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sadness.

Paul & Gloria Adams

Sherry & Kenny Wilson

June 9, 2014

Betty - We were so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Many thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Joel and Kathey Shelton

June 8, 2014

There are things that we don't want to happen but have to accept, things we don't want to know but have to learn, and people we can't live without but have to let go. Wishing you as much peace as possible during this difficult time. Joel and Kathey Shelton

Tina Hanson

June 8, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy to the entire Fender family. To Barbara, nothing can match the love a mother has for her son. I am so very sorry for your loss and pray that you will find strength and peace through all of your wonderful memories.

Kay Chitty

June 8, 2014

Cole and I send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. We love you and am so saddened at you and your family's loss.

Tommy Renee Andrew Gladson

June 8, 2014

You are in our prayers.

Fred and Kim Russell

June 7, 2014

Betty and family, we thought so much of Ken and are deeply sad about his passing. We will be praying for you and the family. With much love

Rita & Pat Kiser

June 7, 2014

Prayers for Betty & family.

Rhonda Crump

June 7, 2014

We are so sorry for everyone's loss. Ken was a wonderful friend, co-worker, and boss. His smile and positive attitude will be missed and remembered by all that was touched by him.

Nancy Rogers

June 7, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for God's peace and comfort for all of the family.

GROVER PENCE

June 7, 2014

BETTY WE ARE SO HURT TO HEAR OF KEN.WE LOVE YOU AND WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU ALL . GROVER & SADIE PENCE

June 7, 2014

Betty...so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I will be praying for your family!!

Sherry Pool Mayhue

June 7, 2014

Betty,my thoughts are with you and your family in this difficult time of grieving.It has been a blessing knowing Ken and he will be missed and remembered by many.
Loan Kim Tran

Greg Oates

June 7, 2014

Betty , I'm so very sorry for Kens passing. He is a true inspiration to me. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Annie Raborn

June 7, 2014

To all the Fender Family we are so sorry for your lost, and pain, we remember Ken growing up we will keep you in our prayers and Barbara again so sorry.
Frances Hearn and Annie Hearn Raborn

June 7, 2014

Betty and family I pray God will comfort you during this time and will continue to pray for you. Judy and Bear

April Willis

June 6, 2014

David and Donna,
I am so sorry for your loss yall are in our thoughts and prayers. If yall need anything let us know.

Love,
Steven and April Willis

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