He was born in Catawba County on August 6, 1939, he was the son of the late James Edward and Lola Propst Hefner.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by 2 sons James “Jimmy” Hefner Jr. and Dallas Hefner.
He is survived by his wife Rachel M. Hefner of the home; daughter Karen Crystal and husband Dave of Fletcher; son Larry Costner of Hickory; brother Billy Hefner of Hickory; grandchildren Krystal Perkins, Nikki McCann, Brett Hefner, Chad Hefner, Melanie Shoemaker, Cory Hefner, Tristin Hefner, and Bailey Crystal; great grandchildren Kourtney Perkins, Colin Davis, Chelsea McCann, Jamison Shoemaker, Matthew Hefner and Renesmee Hefner.
The family will receive friends Thursday, May 6, 2021, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at Hickory Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 1:00pm at Hickory Funeral Home with Pastor Ernie Richards officiating.
Burial will follow at Marvin Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to charity of one’s choice.
