Traci Elizabeth O'Neal, 55, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away suddenly on February 12, 2023 at her home.

She was born in Gaston County, NC, the daughter of the late Raymond Eugene Bolch and was preceded in death by a grandson, Ryder.

Traci worked in textiles for 30 years. She possessed a kind spirit and loved making people around her laugh. Traci had a generous heart and would give to anyone in need. She loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren who were at the center of her world. Traci's favorite past time was watching television and spending time with those she cared for the most, her family. She was a wonderful daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother who will be missed greatly by everyone who knew and loved her.

SURVIVORS: Husband: Ricky O'Neal

Children: Patrick Rowland (Ashlie), Gastonia, NC, Chase O'Neal (Jennifer), Kings Mountain, NC, and Lacy O'Neal (Derek Black), Gastonia, NC

Mother: Barbara Mulwee Helms, Shelby, NC

Brother: Michael Bolch (Angela), Kings Mountain, NC

Grandchildren: Jayden, Nathan, Joseph, Colton, Payten, McKenzie, Kaylee, Jaxon, Raider, Bryton, Derek Jr., Kelsie, and Richie

Great Grandchildren: Landon and Everly

FUNERAL SERVICE: Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 3:00 PM at East Gold Street Wesleyan Church with Pastor Scott Whitney officiating

VISITATION: Thursday, February 16, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 2:50 PM prior to the service at the church

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC