Eric Harold Dellinger, age 53, of the Spear Community, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 30th, 2023 at Mission Hospital. A native of Mitchell County, he was the son of Florence Shook Dellinger of Spear and the late Harold Dellinger who passed away in 2011. He was also preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Ibbie Shook and paternal grandmother, Lucy Pittman Dellinger. Eric was a 1987 graduate of Avery High School. He was a member of Yellow Mountain Baptist Church who was an avid Tar Heel’s fan. He enjoyed doing autobody work with his dad and sons, fishing, taking care of his mom and especially spending time with his granddaughters.
Surviving in addition to his mother, Florence, is his sons: Dustin Dellinger of Spear and Cody Dellinger and wife, Alecia, of Crabtree; sister, Donna Staton and husband, Richard, of Spruce Pine; grandchildren: Lilly and Lilah and nieces: Rachel LaPorte and husband, Nathan, of Nashville, TN and Stephanie Buchanan and husband, Bradley of Spruce Pine. Several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 7th in Yellow Mountain Baptist Church with Pastor Dustin Dellinger and Pastor Trent McKeehan officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services at the church. To send online condolences, please visit our website at www.yanceyfuneralservice.com.
