Dorothy (McCarter) Ham

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

Dorothy McCarter Ham

Dorothy McCarter Ham, 91, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on April 02, 2024 at her home. She was born in Gaston County, NC, the only daughter of the late Oscar  and Aline Boyd McCarter and was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Paul Ham Jr. Dot was also preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Jerry McCarter. She was a life long member of Boyce Memorial ARP Church where she served as church secretary for 68 years. Dot also worked for more than 50 years as part of the administrative staff of Kings Mountain Hospital. Always active, Dot enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting and spending time with her family. She was an avid reader and enjoyed nothing more than cooking Sunday dinner for her family. Dot loved to travel to the North Carolina Mountains where she spent many days at Bonclarken ARP Church Retreat. Dot was a wonderful person with a loving and caring soul who will be remembered for her dedication to people and her kindness. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother who has impacted the lives of countless people during her long and fulfilling lifetime. 

SURVIVORS: Daughters: Jody Parker (David), Goldsboro, NC and Paula Wilson (Rob), Kings Mountain, NC

Brother: Neil McCarter

Grandchildren: Robin Perkins (LeShea), Chad Perkins, Wesley Parker (Alli), Ben Parker (Molly), Antonia Thompson (Vincent), Travis Wilson and fiance Celisa, Robert Wilson Jr., and Ventress Wilson

Honorary Grandson: Cedric Boyce

Many loved great grandchildren

FUNERAL SERVICE: Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Boyce Memorial ARP Church with Pastor Rob Patrick officiating

VISITATION: Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:50 AM prior to the service at the church

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC

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ARRANGEMENTS:  HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

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