Dorothy Catron Goble, age 72, of Lenoir, North Carolina, went home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Dorothy was born on November 19, 1953 in Henry County, Virginia to the late John and Dorothy Catron.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Ray Goble; twin brother, Johnny Ray Catron; sisters, Judy Ann Morales, Geraldine Catron, and Debra Sue Fields; son-in-law, James Jones; and daughter-in-law, Ruth Triplett.

Those left to cherish her memory include her son, David Triplett; daughter, Anita Jones; sisters, Connie Mae Williams and Bonnie Jean Bryant; grandchildren, Austin Jones, Michael Hefner, and April Slacker; great-great grandchild, Adrianna Hefner; and numerous other family members and loved ones.

Dorothy was a beautiful singer who loved to sing for others. She was a wonderful mother and took care of everyone around her. Dorothy loved to can her own foods, and make her own soaps and detergents. Her favorite hobby was cracking nuts. She loved animals. Dorothy will be remembered as a good Christian lady. She loved and served the Lord with all her heart and soul.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church at 3555 Christie Rd. Hudson, NC 28638.

A funeral service to honor the life of Dorothy Goble will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 2:00PM at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church with Reverend Tommy Jones officiating.

The family will receive visitors one hour prior to the service from 1:00PM until 2:00PM at the church.

Burial will immediately follow the service at the church cemetery.

Greer-McElveen Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.