Rancher "Doc" Preddy's obituary , Passed away on July 27, 2025 in Oxford, North Carolina

Rancher "Doc" Preddy

March 21, 1928 - July 27, 2025 (97 years old)

Oxford, North Carolina

Rancher "Doc" Preddy's obituary , Passed away on July 27, 2025 in Oxford, North Carolina

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Rancher "Doc" Preddy

March 21, 1928 - July 27, 2025 (97 years old)

Oxford, North Carolina

Rancher Preddy Obituary

The memory of Rancher Preddy of Oxford, North Carolina, who passed away on July 27, 2025 at the age of 97, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid Rancher farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Rancher is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.

He was predeceased by: his daughter Cynthia Rose Spivey (Rick). He is survived by: his wife Wilma; and his daughters, Cheryl Annette Hobgood (Jimmy) and Michelle Dorsey Smith (Tim). He is also survived by six great-grandchildren.

Donations can be made in his honor to Oxford Baptist Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sossamon Funeral Home



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July 29, 2025

Love, the Weatherford Family sent flowers

“In loving memory of Rancher Preddy, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.”


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July 29, 2025

Love, Carolyn, Jimmy and Treme kids sent flowers

“In loving memory of Rancher Preddy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”


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July 30

Visitation

Oxford Baptist Church
147 Main St, Oxford, NC 27565

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July 30

Funeral service

Oxford Baptist Church
147 Main St, Oxford, NC 27565

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July 30

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Elmwood Cemetery
530 Hillsboro St, Oxford, NC 27565

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