Mr. Lorance Simelton, 71, departed this life on September 24, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C.

Celebration of Life services will be held on Monday, October 2, 2023, at 3 p.m. at Rutledge and Bigham Mortuary, Statesville, N.C.. Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. at the funeral home.

Visit the Book of Memories for Mr. Simelton at www.rutledgeandbigham.com.

Rutledge and Bigham Mortuary is serving the Simelton family.