Kamden Reid Deal

Kamden was a bright and compassionate young man who found joy in learning and in serving others. He attended Gaston Day School, where he developed a deep love for history and geography and was always eager to understand the world and the people within it.

From the time he was three years old, Kamden dreamed of becoming a neurosurgeon and planned to attend Duke University. - a reflection of both his sharp intellect and his deep desire to help others in meaningful ways. A devoted believer, Kamden gave his heart to the Lord and was baptized at Life Church, where his faith continued to grow and shape his life. He lived each day with sincerity and grace, leading with kindness and compassion toward everyone he met. Kamden was a gentle soul who cherished animals and deeply loved his family. He carried himself with honor and pride, forever holding close to the Deal Family Crest and the legacy it represents. His laughter, curiosity, and unwavering faith left a lasting mark on all who knew him. Though his time on earth was far too short, Kamden's light will continue to shine through the lives he touched. We take comfort in knowing he is now in the loving arms of his Savior, at peace.

Kamden is preceded in death by his paternal family, great grandmother, Joyce Deal, Thomas and Ann Owens, and great Aunt Tommie McDavid. and his maternal family; Grandfather, David Grant Jr.

Survivors include his paternal family, Dad, Ricky Deal Jr, Grandparents Rick and Nancy Deal. Great Grandfather, Bill Deal. Uncle Bradley Deal (Amy Farish), Great Aunt and Uncles: Bruce McDavid; Ken and Angela Newell; Russell and Patti Reep. Great cousins: Pablo and Gabrielle Alva, Nathaniel McDavid, Hanna, Abigail, Christian Newell, Paige and Joseph Davis and their children Peyton and Rylee. Honorary Aunts Debbie Kneisly, Michelle Berlin. and his maternal family; Mom, Sara Grant. grandmother, Margie Grant. Aunts and uncles: Jeannie and Chad Jenkins and Justin and Lindsay Timmons. Cousins: Justin and Josh Leopard and Hayden and Hunter Timmons.

Visitation will be held at Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park, located at 2205 Williamsburg Drive, Gastonia, NC, 28054, on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will take place at Life Church, 501 Cramer Mountain Rd, Cramerton, NC, 28032, on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 1:30 pm with burial to immediately follow at Gaston Memorial Park, 1200 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC, 28054.