Dorothy "Dot" Jean Dellinger Punch, age 90, of Shelby Highway, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 at Wendover Hospice. She was born December 22, 1930, in Gaston County to the late Lula Mae Dellinger.

Dorothy loved working puzzles, crafting, and trying out new recipes. She was a devoted homemaker and loving caregiver to her family. She will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Everette Punch; brother, Maurice Dellinger, and sister, Joyce Guffey. Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Carol Chit Khin, and Linda and Rex Bell; and grandchildren, Greg Bell, and Dorothy Allran.

A Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, in Cherryville, with Pastor Mike Devine from Covenant Bible Church officiating.

Mrs. Punch will Lie In State from 9:00am to 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services. The family will not be present during this time.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com.