Paul Harold Church

Paul Harold Church passed away February 21, 2026. He was born in Watauga County to Burl and Catherine Church February 4, 1945.

Paul had a passion for the outdoors. He enjoyed his business, the Country Market selling shrubs and flowers. Paul also enjoyed being a “Pepaw”.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his granddaughter Crystal Lynn Church, his sister Grace Greer, brother Sammy Church and Freda Loggins.

Paul is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marlene Vines Church, his son Ricky Harold Church (Amy), his grandchildren Matthew  Bryan Church (Courtney), Casey Renee Church, mother of Matthew and Casey, Barbara Howell, his one surviving brother Cline Church (Ellen) and his sister- n- law, Shirley Church as well as nieces, nephews and cousins.

Flowers accepted. Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, Attn. David Fairchild, 2164 Liberty Grove Church Road, Fleetwood, NC 28626

Visitation will be held at Austin and Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory, Wednesday, February 25, 2026 from 11:00-12:00 with funeral service at 12:00. Burial will follow at Emmanuel Baptist Church Cemetery, Fleetwood, NC.

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