Ward Felix Story

Ward Felix Story, 86, of Lenoir, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Feb. 26th, 2014. Ward was born in Caldwell County to the late Melvin and Hattie Triplett Story, and lived his life in the Lower Creek area. In 1956, he married his loving and devoted wife, Frances “Tootsie” Mabe. He spent his 38-year career at Duke Power Company, and served in the US Marine Corps from 1945-46. Among his many interests, he was an avid rosarian and gardener whose roses won many awards at the Caldwell County Fair. He regularly kept a large vegetable and flower garden and was known for his generosity in freely sharing the bounty of his labor. He also served as BSA Scoutmaster for Troop 289 and was an avid sports fan who loved professional football, baseball, and golf. He and Tootsie are long-standing members and supporters of Lower Creek Baptist Church. Ward is survived by wife; his two sons, Brooks James Story, his wife Terri and their children Blake and Mia; Pierce Bradley Story and his wife Heather; his beloved brother and fellow gardener Robert Melvin Story, and his sister Jeanette Story Maltba. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Glenn, Darryl and Jack, and a sister, Christine Story Rhodes. In keeping with Ward’s wishes, no services will be held. Memorials may be made to Lower Creek Baptist Church, 633 Lower Creek Drive, Lenoir, 28645 and to Caldwell County Hospice, 902 Kirkwood St NW, Lenoir, 28645. PDF Printable Version