Timothy Franklin Huneycutt Sr.

Timothy Franklin Huneycutt, Sr., 85, of Albemarle, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 9, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. A funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Mt. Creek Primitive Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Saturday evening, March 14, 2026, at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle. Tim was born July 3, 1940, in Stanly County to the late Frank and Mary Huneycutt. He is lovingly survived by his wife of 13 years, Zoe Huneycutt. He is also survived by his children, Tim Huneycutt, Jr. of New London, Todd W. Huneycutt (Jennifer) of Badin, Tony Huneycutt (Stephanie) of New London, Stephen Burleson (Lindsey) of Albemarle, and Shanna Crump (Eddie) of Albemarle. He was a proud grandfather to Grant Huffman (Lainie), Jake Huneycutt (Amy), Andy Huneycutt (Kayla), Tori Pence (Chase), Carson Bradshaw (Nelson), Lauren Efird (Hunter), William Huneycutt, JVan Burleson, Gracie Crump, and Grant Crump, and a loving great-grandfather to Maddie, Catherine, Avett, William, Bennett, Lenny, Grady, and Sawyer. He is also survived by his brother, Lynn Huneycutt (Mavis), and sister, Carole Poplin, along with many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Terry Huneycutt, and his sister-in law, Linda Huneycutt. Tim enjoyed watching LA Dodgers baseball and rarely missed a game. He also loved playing golf and was a founding member of the Possum Ridge Golf Association. He loved raising and racing homing pigeons and spending time outdoors. He enjoyed star gazing and all things astronomy. A dedicated educator, Tim spent many years teaching and took great pride in supporting and encouraging others. Above all, he loved his family deeply; especially his boys and his wife and cherished every opportunity to attend his children’s and grandchildren’s ball games. His faith and his church were also an important part of his life. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Tillery Compassionate Care and his primary care physicians for the kindness, care, and support shown to Tim during his declining health. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mt. Creek Primitive Baptist Church, 40253 Mountain Creek Road, New London, NC 28127. Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is honored to serve the Huneycutt family.

Timothy Franklin Huneycutt Sr.

July 3, 1940 - March 9, 2026