Harold Dean Auton, 78, of Newton passed away Friday, September 10, 2021, following a period of declining health. He was born December 29, 1942, in Cleveland County to the late Robert Pinkney Auton and Maude Ingle Auton.
Harold was employed in construction and was a truck driver. He was an avid NASCAR fan.
In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by four brothers, Burgin Auton, Ralph Auton, Robert A. (Hoot) Auton, William K. (Dood) Auton and five sisters, Carrol Auton, an infant sister, Maezelle Walls, Ethel (Tis) Scronce and Ima Jean (Monk) Carter.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Linda Toney Auton and one fur baby, Missy; three sisters Frances (Polly) Peeler of Newton, Barbara (Sis) Stallings and husband Dwight of Vale and Linda (Kay) Stallings and husband Steve of Vale.
Graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at 11:00am at Rose Hill Memorial Park, 342 Jim Cline Rd, Fallston, NC. The family will greet friends immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Road, Newton, NC 28658.
Condolences may sent to the family at www.willisreynoldsfh.com.
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