Lynette (Thomas) Huntley

Full of grace, loving, compassionate, quiet demeanor, are just a few words that embodied Lynette Thomas Huntley who entered Our Father’s Kingdom, June 15, 2025. Lynette was born February 23, 1953, in Stanly County, North Carolina to the parentage of Betty Ruth Thomas and Willie H. Davis. We are comforted in knowing that she is in Our Father’s care.

Lynette received her early education in the Stanly County public schools where she graduated in the class of 1971 from South Stanly High School, Norwood, North Carolina. Upon graduation she attended Stanly Community College where she received an associate degree in business management. Lynette was employed with the Stanly County Department of Social Services and retired after a stellar career.

Her spiritual journey began at an early age when she joined and was a life-long member of Barringer Chapel Baptist Church, Norwood. Lynette was dedicated, serving as church secretary, church choir member, Missionary Board, Trustee Board, Usher Board, Culinary, and Pastor’s Aide committee member. In her leisure time, she enjoyed crocheting, traveling, and helping others.

Lynette’s civic and community affiliations included: Past Worthy Matron of 122, Past District Grand Lecturer of District 34 Order of the Eastern Star, Prince Hall Affiliated, Secretary of Ivey Chapter 126, Most Ancienet Matron of Simmons White Kendall Court # 20,Heroine of Jericho, Judge of East Center Precinct, member of the Stanly County NAACP, and Kingville Alumni Association.

We are saddened of Lynette’s loss, but heaven has gained an angel. She has joined her beloved son, Dietruis L. Thomas, and her parents in a place of paradise.

Lynette leaves to cherish her memory, devoted husband, Roy J. Huntley; sons: Philip A. Thomas, Marcus E. Lilly and Patrick Johnson; daughters: Tia Huntley, Dawn (James) Johnson-Smith, and Tina (Maurice) Caple; grandchildren: Ayesha, Axeris (Kym), Chuck, Jaden, Brianna, Issa, I’myah, Makala, Maliyah, and Maurice; nine great grandchildren; brothers-in-law: Nathan (Rita) Huntley and William (Stella) Huntley; sisters-in-law: Mildred Martin, Mattie Burns, and Sarah (Thomas) Rivers; a host of other relatives and friends.

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