Nancy T. Stallings

Nancy T. Stallings, 81, of Hickory, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Carolina Caring.

Born on September 14, 1944, she was the daughter of the late James Eugene Thompson and Bonnie Edna Thompson.

Nancy enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading, shopping, and spending time in her garden alongside her husband, where they grew beautiful flowers and vegetables. She especially loved spoiling her grandchildren and treasured traveling with her family, creating memories that will be cherished for years to come. Above all, Nancy loved her family.

She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Larry Dean Stallings of Hickory; her daughter, Ranetta Stallings; her son, Derek Stallings and wife, Susan; and her grandson, Cody Stallings.

In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her grandson, Derek Clayton Stallings.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Jenkins Funeral Home, 4081 Startown Road, Newton, North Carolina.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., prior to the service, at the Celebration Center of Jenkins Funeral Home.

Please sign the online guestbook by visiting the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net.

The Stallings family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Newton, NC. For more information, call (828) 464-1555.