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Obituary
Nelson Henthorne

Raleigh, North Carolina

Age 84.
Died 6/19/2024.

Nelson L. Henthorne, 84, of Raleigh passed away peacefully on Thursday June 19, 2024. He is survived by his daughter, Debbie Goldston of Raleigh; one grandson, Billy Goldston, Jr. (Nicole) and one granddaughter, Ashlee Goldston, (Erric) and one Great Grandson (Erric, Jr), Raleigh; and one sister Joyce Mekee of Columbiana, OH and one sister in law Joyce O’Neil of FL and several nieces and many dear friends. He is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, June C. Henthorne and son, David Henthorne. Nelson was an active member of Millbrook Masonic Lodge #33 for over 45 years where he served as Secretary of the Lodge for 15 years. Nelson was also a member of the Scottish Rite where he was a 33rd degree mason, a member of the Arman Temple and drove his convertible in the Rag Top unit for several years. He also was a member of the Yorkrite for many years and served as the Director in the past. Nelson attended Longview Baptist Church for about 6 years and served as an usher for a short period of time. Prior to him joining Longview Baptist Church he was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church for over 45 years. There will be a celebration of life soon. Please reach out to me if you are interested in attending at Nelson06192024@yahoo.com.

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