David William Harding

October 16, 1936 - January 14, 2021

David William Harding, age 84, of Pineola, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at his daughters residence in Crossnore. He was born on October 16, 1936 in Avery County, North Carolina, a son of the late Carl Henry Harding and the late Lillian Woody Harding. David attended Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk and was a member of the College Quartet. He owned and operated the Harding Evergreen Nursery for over 50 years and was a faithful member of the Higher Ground Church of God in Pineola where he served as the Church Clerk for 34 years and was very active as a Worship Leader. David loved the Lord, his church and his family. He was a hardworking Christian man who enjoyed Southern Gospel Music, hunting and spending time with his family. David leaves behind to cherish his memory his: Wife, Linda Fox Harding; Daughter, Chantae (Phillip) Johnson of Crossnore, NC, Step Son, William "Jim" (Christa) Griffin of Hickory, NC, Brother, Michael Harding of Pineola, NC, Sister, Jean Harding of Spruce Pine, NC and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials should be made to Medi Home Hospice PO Box 1357 Newland, NC 28657. Words of Comfort and Memories may be shared with the Harding family by visiting our website www.rsfh.net The care of David and his family has been entrusted to Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home of Newland. (828) 733-2121