John Richard "Papa Bear" Kidd's obituary , Passed away on November 7, 2025 in Asheboro, North Carolina

John Richard "Papa Bear" Kidd

April 10, 1959 - November 7, 2025 (66 years old)

Asheboro, North Carolina

John Richard "Papa Bear" Kidd's obituary , Passed away on November 7, 2025 in Asheboro, North Carolina

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John Richard "Papa Bear" Kidd

April 10, 1959 - November 7, 2025 (66 years old)

Asheboro, North Carolina

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John Richard Kidd Obituary

The world bids farewell to John Richard Kidd of Asheboro, North Carolina, departing on November 7, 2025 at the age of 66. John Richard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Bobby Kidd and Virginia Carol Whitten Staples. He is survived by: his wife Tammi Brower Kidd; his children, Allyson Kidd Speagle (Tyler) and Scotty Kidd (Jessica); his grandsons, Liam Kidd, Jackson and Cole Hussey; his brother Rev. Tommy Kidd (Karen); his stepfather Jake Staples; his siblings-in-law, Lisa Willett (David) and Andy Brower; and his caregivers, Michelle and Renee. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Sunset Avenue Church of God Transit Young Adults, PO Box 938, Asheboro, NC 27204 or to Hospice of Randolph, 416 Vision Dr., Asheboro, NC 27203.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Loflin Funeral Home & Cremation Services



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Tue

Nov 11

Visitation

Sunset Avenue Church of God
900 Sunset Ave, Asheboro, NC 27203

Tue

Nov 11

Celebration of life

Sunset Avenue Church of God
900 Sunset Ave, Asheboro, NC 27203

Wed

Nov 12

Graveside service

Oaklawn Cemetery
737 Albemarle Rd, Asheboro, NC 27203

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