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John Hogue Gjelhaug

John Hogue Gjelhaug 73, passed away peacefully at his home, November 6th 2021. He was born August 4th 1948 in Shelby N.C.

John was an only child, but had many cousins that were like siblings to him. He has two daughters, Gretchen Elizabeth Hayes and Jessica Hogue Morton.

He went to Gardner Webb University in Boiling Springs N.C., Appalachian State University in Boone N.C., and went on to do medical research at MUSC in Charleston S.C. John wore many hats throughout his life, some of which included ski
patrol, a love for wood working, house renovations in the surrounding area, the art of photography, a love for managing a local gym and working with the mentally ill for a number of years. His love other than family was Shelby High School
football. "Big"John loved a good joke and would trick you believing it til the very end!

John donated his body to Wake Forest Medical University in Winston-Salem N.C. A celebration of life will be held 850 W. Sumter St. Shelby N.C. 28150 City Park Civil and Shelter Sunday November 14th from 2pm to 4pm.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Shelby High School football booster at goldenlionsathleticboosters.com and/or Wake Forest Medical University at 1 Medical Center Blvd. Winston-Salem N.C. 27157. We love you and already miss you being here, peace be with you. Let love, light and God's plan shine through us all.

Arrangements were entrusted to Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Fallston.


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