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Richard Lee Hart Sr.
January 12, 1933 - November 11, 2026
IRON STATION, N.C.—Richard Lee Hart Sr., age 93, of Iron Station, passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2026.
He leaves behind a world of love and a lifetime of memories; being fondly remembered by his family and friends, and all who knew him.
Mr. Hart was born on January 12, 1933 in Gaston County, to the late Sam and Jessica Harris Hart. He spent his life dedicating countless hours to the textile industry.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Hart was preceded in death by his beloved wife Joyce Ann Smith; son Micheal Lee Hart; grandsons Ronnie and Donnie Hart; granddaughter Stacey Malinda Hart; three sisters Garaldine Hovis, Nancy Schrum, and Carolyn Hart Stewart; and brother Bobby Hart.
Those left to cherish his memory include his four sons Richard Lee Hart Jr. (Ada) of Denver, Edward Lee Hart (Julie) of Lincolnton, Ronald G. Hart, and Donald Ray Hart of the home; daughter Rayvon Cartrette (Danny) of Tabor City; grandchildren Jessica Lindsay Hart, Matthew David Lee Hart, Richard Lee Hart III, Cheryl Hart, Linda Hart, Erin Hart (Jason), Anthony Wayne Fowler (Kristin); and numerous great-grandchildren. His family was an incredibly significant part of his life, taking great pride and care in the lives and accomplishments of his children and grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at Warlick Funeral Home from 4 - 6 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The funeral service will be held the following day at 11 a.m. in Warlick Funeral Home’s Chapel by Rev. Bud Painter. A graveside service will follow at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery.
His memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him, and though he will be deeply missed, his legacy will continue through the lives he touched.
Flowers may be sent to Warlick Funeral Home to then be delivered to the family.
Warlick Funeral Home of Lincolnton, N.C. is serving the Hart family.
