William Earl Atwell Obituary

The world bids farewell to William Earl Atwell of China Grove, North Carolina, departing on November 4, 2025 at the age of 85. William 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, Liston Foy Atwell and Evelyn Omtea Corriher Atwell; and his son Todd Atwell. He is survived by: his wife Sylvia Freeze Atwell; his children, Rodney Atwell (Jackie) of China Grove and Kimberly Atwell of China Grove; his grandsons, Patrick Atwell (Stacie) of Concord, NC and Garrett Atwell of China Grove, NC; and his great grandchildren, Zoe Atwell and Ava Atwell.

Memorials may be made to Mount Zion building fund.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Whitley's Funeral Home

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Fri

Nov 07

Visitation

Mt. Zion United Church of Christ
1350 S Main St, China Grove, NC 28023

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Nov 07

Funeral service

Mt. Zion United Church of Christ
1350 S Main St, China Grove, NC 28023

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Nov 10

Burial

Westlawn Memorial Park
1350 S Main St, China Grove, NC 28023

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