William Clifton Eggers, Jr.
Born: Fri., Nov. 11, 1927
Died: Fri., Jun. 19, 2020
Visitation
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Wed., Jun. 24, 2020
Location: Goodin-Drum Funeral Home
Funeral Service
3:00 PM Wed., Jun. 24, 2020
Location: Goodin-Drum Funeral Home


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William "Bill" Clifton Eggers, Jr, of Maiden passed away on June 19, 2020 at Abernethy Laurels in Newton. Bill was born November 11, 1927 to the late William Clifton and Josephine Newton Eggers, Sr. in Murphy, NC. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. Bill served as a diver and an underwater welder in the Navy. After serving his country, he started his own welding business that serviced the oil rigs in the petroleum industry. Bill was a member of Journey Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by one son, William "Skipper" Clifton Eggers, III, one daughter, Marqueeta Eggers Johnson, one brother, Eugene Eggers, and one sister Lois Hyatt. Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 70+ years, Elgevia Goble Eggers of the home, one son, Citabron C. Eggers and wife Stephanie of Morganton, two daughters; Sheila Helms and husband Rick of Claremont, and Billie Moore of the home, one sister, Louise Korn of Gastonia, ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, 6 great-great-grandchildren, his best friend, Grady Smith, and many other cherished relatives and friends.
The Eggers family will receive friends from 2pm to 3pm on June 24, 2020 at Goodin-Drum Funeral Home in Maiden. The funeral service will follow at 3 pm on June 24, 2020 in the chapel at Goodin-Drum Funeral Home. Pastor Bill Murphy will be officiating. Interment will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Lincolnton following the service.
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Reverend Ronnie W. Parker
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Posted Sun June 21, 2020
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Dearest Elgiva, Billie, Shelia, Tad, Grandchildren and extended family members.
Know of my sincere prayers, thoughts on the death of my Dear friend, Bill.
We certainly went through several dark valleys with several family members, though the ability to laugh was inevitable.
God's blessing with love and peace be with each one.
As always,
Your friend
Reverend Ronnie W. Parker
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Brenda Sloan
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Posted Sun June 21, 2020
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Stacy, sorry to hear about your Papaw. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
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Ahngela Eggers
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Posted Mon June 22, 2020
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Well Wishes was sent by Family of Gene .
Your family is in our thoughts & prayers. We love you all!! Gary (Ahngela), Ronnie (Hollie) & Lorrie (Rob); Becky, Tim & Patti.
2 Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way.
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Sebie Lee
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Posted Tue June 23, 2020
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Hydrangea Plant was sent by Old Biscayne Designs Shipping Department .
With Deepest Sympathy and Condolences
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