George Aubrey Moretz's obituary , Passed away on October 4, 2026 in Hickory, North Carolina

George Aubrey Moretz

February 7, 1955 - October 4, 2026 (71 years old)

Hickory, North Carolina

George Aubrey Moretz's obituary , Passed away on October 4, 2026 in Hickory, North Carolina

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George Aubrey Moretz

February 7, 1955 - October 4, 2026 (71 years old)

Hickory, North Carolina

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George Aubrey Moretz Obituary

The family of George Aubrey Moretz of Hickory, North Carolina announces his passing on October 4, 2026. George, born on February 7, 1955, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Aubrey Moretz and Pauline Sipe Moretz; and his brother-in-law Jimmy Flythe. He is survived by: his children, Megan Watkins (Cameron), Jordan Moretz, Paige Crist (Landon) and Brandon Moretz; his grandchildren, James, Ruby, Kennedy, Holton, Berkley and Conrad; and his siblings, Anthony Moretz (Candy), Patrice Flythe, Keith Moretz (Shelley) and Kevin Moretz (Joni). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 1st 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Mt. Zion Lutheran Church (4420 County Home Rd, Conover, NC 28613). A graveside service will be held on Sunday, November 1st 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in George's memory to German Shepherd Rescue and Adoption (gsdrescue.org). Keep George's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bass-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory



Sun

Nov 01

Visitation

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Mt. Zion Lutheran Church
4420 County Home Rd, Conover, NC 28613

Sun

Nov 01

Graveside service

3:00 PM

Mt. Zion Lutheran Church
4420 County Home Rd, Conover, NC 28613

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