Natalie Townsend
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Natalie grew up attending Pine Branch Baptist Church, where her love for the Lord was nurtured from an early age. Her faith remained a guiding force throughout her life. Professionally Natalie served as a Manager at Murphy USA, working in both Spruce Pine and Morganton. She was known by her coworkers and customers for her reliability, warmth and strong work ethic. Natalie had a deep love for animals and was especially proud of her cats, particularly her beloved Ragnar. She found joy and peace in creative outlets like painting and caring for her fish aquarium. Her passions reflected her gentle, nurturing and expressive soul.
She is survived by her parents: Robin and Ken Townsend; her brother, Nick Townsend; her nephew, Kylen Townsend; and her significant other, Erin Prosser. Natalie also leaves behind several loving aunts, uncles and cousins who will deeply miss her along with many extended family members, friends and coworkers who will forever cherish her memory.
A celebration of Natalie's life will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at Pine Branch Baptist Church in Spruce Pine, NC. Pastor Will Winters, Pastor Bruce Cannon and Pastor Steve Williams will be officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the family or to Hospice and Palliative Care of the Blue Ridge, located at 236 Hospital Drive Spruce Pine, NC, 28777.
Natalie's light and love will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Natalie, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Mary Parsons
May 22, 2025
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for the family. Natalie you are going to be missed by many.
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