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Obituary For Mr. William Baxter Caple
Deacon William B. Caple was born to Mark and Nona Caple, October 18, 1938.
He peacefully and quietly made Heaven his home on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Atrium Health-Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, NC.
He was educated in the Anson County Schools. He retired from W.R. Bonsal after many years of dedicated service.
Deacon Caple confessed Christ at an early age and joined Sandy Ridge Baptist Church, in Morven, NC. In later years, he moved his membership and joined White Oak Baptist Church. He served as a Trustee for many years. In 1982, he was ordained a Deacon. Deacon Caple worked in several positions, such as choir member and Deacon Board. In June 2023, Deacon Caple was selected to become The Father Of The Church. He took that position with pride.
Deacon Caple was joined in Holy Matrimony to Hattie Gatewood Caple in 1972. One son was born.
Deacon Caple leaves his loving memories to his wife of 50 years, Deaconess Hattie G. Caple of the home. One son, Craig (Katrina) Gatewood of Morven, NC. Two grandchildren. One sister, Margaret (Robert) Harmon of Thomasville, NC. One sister and one brother preceded him in death.
Deacon Caple was blessed with three sisters-in-law, Penny (Rev. Charles) Bagby, Mary Camp both of Morven, NC and Dianne Gatewood of Wilmington, NC. One brother-in-law, Rev. Daniel (Carolyn) Gatewood of Morven, NC.
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The Homegoing Services will be on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, 12:00 noon, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be in the Gatewood Family Cemetery, Morven, North Carolina.
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We are saddened to learn of Mr. Caple's passing. We had the honor of working with him at Bonsal Mining. He was a truly kind and humble man. Will always remember his smile and words of encouragement. May God continue to be with you all, dear family, through the days ahead and may you feel the brush of Angel's wings. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With love, Beemie & Debbie Gilmore
He was a wonderful man and will be missed
Our sincere condolences to the family. Caple always greeted people with a smile And kind words. He will be missed
Prayers for my worm man!!! He will be missed! -candy (shell station)
To the Caple and Gatewood family,I am sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Caple.He was a great friend to me.And one that I trusted and could talk to, He always would encourage me and I will truly will miss him. W.Willoughby.
For God said to write the vision and make it plan. He did just that. If you knew uncle Caple you loved him. He had a very loving spirit and a divine friendship with the lord. He will truly be missed on earth but will always be in my heart. - Rosalyn Martin
Such a sweet loving soul, you will truly be missed. Much love to Hattie Grace, the Capel and Gatewood family. Love Linda Waring
Our Condolences to the Caple and Gatewood Family Praying that the Lord will Strengthen and take Y'all through this difficult journey π Billy and Phyllis Mclendon and Family.
SENDING PRAYERS FOR OUR FAMILY . MAY GOD COMFORT YOU.
Sending hugs and prayers to the family ππ Love Barbara Ingram and Family
Condolences and Prayers are with the Caple and Gatewood Family. May God continue to give each of you strength and guidance for the loss of your loved one. With Sympathy and Love Forever, Edward and JoLetha Gordon-Little β€οΈ πβ€οΈπ
Wishing you comfort and love from the Alexander's and Camps family
Remembering The Family In Prayer ππ½β€οΈππ½Eyvonne Caraway
Sending Love And Prayers To Our Family
Sending my condolences and prayers of comfort and strength to the Caple/Gatewood Family. S.I.P. Mr. Caple... Marie and family
I have known Baxter a long time I remember him from the Christian Believer Singing Reunion and the Church. I being knowing the family a long time Baxter was a true friend.He will be missed.To Hattie and the rest of the family I love you all.Annie Robinson and family.Rip Baxter.
My little friend left me but I will always remember what you told me to keep on telling my testimony even when folks say that I talk about it. πππ Love your friend TerryAnn Diggs
Sending love and Prayers of comfort and peace to the Capel & Gatewood family Linda Lloyd
My sincere condolences to the Caple and Gatewood families so sorry for your loss praying π love you all
Lydia Allen and Family
Sending Our Condolences to The Capel And Gatewood Family Hattie We Are So Sorry For Your Loss Last Time Seeing Him At Iga And Walmart In Rockingham He Was Such A Nice Man We Love You James And Sheila Felton
Our Sincere Condolences To The Caple & Gatewood Families. Rest In Paradise Caple ποΈ Barbara A. Ratliff & Family
Sending Prayers and condolences to the Caple/Gatewood families.
Deacon George Ingram & Family
Sending our condolences and prayers of comfort to the Caple family. David & Linda Lloyd
We Regret Your Loss Tremendously; However;Prayers R Going Up On Your Behalf. From: The Late Bennie Lee & Mary Wesley McCoy Little, Children: Alvin, Debra, Timothy & James Scottie Little.
Sending prayers and condolences to the family. James Lena, and family
Praying for the entire family! Oh, how we enjoyed our trip to Noah's Ark. A friend was Mr. Caple & his singing wife! Caleb & Catherine Sturdivant
My prayers to the family on the passing of your loved one
Sending prayers to the family and my condolences π for the family.
N.J. Family Is Praying For You.
N.J. Family Is Praying For You.
Sending Prayers To Our Family..From N.J.
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