Ned Dellinger

Elijah Ned Dellinger, age 9 of N. Jacob St. passed on Friday, June 23, 2017. He was born January 21, 2008 in Orange County to Douglas Travis and Betsy Cox Dellinger. Ned was a member of Legacy Church and had just completed 3rd grade. He had an infectious smile and was always happy no matter the circumstances. He loved riding on the golf cart, seeing cars and watching traffic. Ned enjoyed Easter eggs and surprise eggs. He also had a great love for dogs.

Ned was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Doug Dellinger and Greg Cox.

In addition to his parents, Travis and Betsy Dellinger, he is survived by his big brother, Jack Dellinger; grandmothers, Linda Agner Alexander and husband, Billy and Robin Cox; great grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. Marshall and Mildred Agner; his dog, Izzy; and numerous relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 26, 2017 at 4:00 PM at First United Methodist Church with Pastor Steve Wright officiating. Burial will follow at City Memorial Cemetery. Friends are welcome to stop by the family's home to visit.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Legacy Church, 204 S. Elm St. Cherryville, NC 28021.