William Trueblood

In Memorial

William Clarence “Buddy” Trueblood, 48 of 3053 Main Street Extended, Elizabeth City, NC died Saturday, February 18, 2012 at his residence due to long-term health problems.  Born in Pasquotank County, he was the son of Dollie Mae Bateman Trueblood of the residence and the late William Henry Trueblood and the husband of Stephanie Harman Trueblood of Gahanna, OH.  He was a heavy equipment mechanic.

Besides his mother and wife he is survived by a step-daughter, Amanda Marie Kaetz; a step-son, Jeremy Patrick Kaetz; and his much beloved grandson Aidan Ray Kaetz all of Gahanna, OH; a sister, Lisa Maika and husband Eddie of Jarvisburg, NC; a brother, Mike Trueblood and wife Dawn of Camden, NC; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.  He was pre-deceased by his grandparents, Clarence and Geneva Trueblood and Claude and Alma Bateman.

A memorial service will be at a later date.  The family will receive friends Thursday, February 23, 2012 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Twiford Memorial Chapel.  Twiford Funeral Homes, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Trueblood family.  You may express condolences to the family by visiting www.twifordfh.com.

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  1. PHYLLIS LANE on February 21st, 2012 11:22 am

    DOLLIE, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WE GO BACK ALONG WAYS.PRAY IS ALL WE CAN DO IN TIMES AS HARD AS THIS.


  2. Misty & Nick Wooten on February 21st, 2012 1:00 pm

    Dollie & Family, We are very sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayer.


  3. Lisa Majka on February 21st, 2012 3:29 pm

    We all lost a great person with a heart so big even the grinch would be jealous.
    He survived alot of things and always had that big goofy grin. I remember we were always joined at the hip growing up and have always been. We drove our mom crazy but she loved us anyway. A big piece of my life will be empty now ,but knowing he want be in pain any more is a comfort. Moma you were always the Best Mom in good and bad times and I am so sorry that this happened. I love you.


  4. thelma stevenson baker on February 21st, 2012 4:30 pm

    Sorry for your loss, may God bless and comfort you in your griefas only He can do.


  5. Connie Ziegler on February 21st, 2012 4:51 pm

    RIP Buddy. May God be with your loved ones in this time of loss. I know you are home and free of pain…with THAT smile on your face.


  6. Sandra Polite on February 21st, 2012 5:29 pm

    I was proud to have Buddy as my son-in-law and will miss him alot. He had a great sense of humor, was kind and compassionate and made my daughter happy. Take comfort knowing he is no longer in any pain and is in a better place. His life was too short, but he was loved while he was here.


  7. Sherry Trueblood on February 21st, 2012 8:02 pm

    Buddy: My heart shattered the second I was told you were gone. You always have & will hold a special place in my heart & Wyatt’s. My life will never be the same without you. I know in my heart that you knew exactly how I felt for you. I was so looking forward to the Kings Island trip in May. Wyatt would of been thrilled. I’m sure you will be with him anyways that day. Just wish he could see you & feel your arms around him. I love you Buddy, forever.
    Dollie,Lisa & family. I am so sorry for your loss.
    Love you all, Sherry & Wyatt


  8. Tim Bosniak on February 22nd, 2012 7:57 am

    Stephanie, I am very sorry for your loss. Please know that I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Tim Bosniak


  9. Jeff and Victoria Ellis on February 22nd, 2012 9:03 am

    So sorry for your loss. I worked with Buddy and Stephanie when he lived in Ohio and he was a fair and kind man. I know he loved Stephanie very much and she loved him. He will be missed by many and he had a very gentle soul. At least now all his pain is gone and he’s not in pain anymore.


  10. Amanda Kaetz on February 22nd, 2012 9:40 am

    Buddy:You were always a big part of my life and I will never forget you as long as I live. You were an amazing father grandfather and husband. I am very proud to be able to call you my step dad. Aidan and I will never forget you and you will always be in our hearts. I love you. Your daughter Amanda.


  11. Stephanie Trueblood on February 22nd, 2012 9:44 am

    Dollie gave me the greatest gift a mother could give. She gave me the love of my life. Buddy stole my heart the day we met and now he’s taken it to heaven with him. I will always cherish the time we had together despite how brief it was. We were supposed to grow old together. I will miss you every day of the rest of my life. I love you more! Someday,we’ll be together again.


  12. Karen Richmond on February 22nd, 2012 12:03 pm

    Buddy,

    I will always have a keepsake in my office. You installed my ceiling fan and I think of you everytime my room gets warm, and I can cool it instantly by flipping the switch.

    You were always Stephanie’s favorite handyman. I have known her a long time and the years with you were the happiest I ever saw her.

    My condolences to your family and friends. Thanks for the fan….

    Karen Richmond


  13. Jeremy Kaetz on February 22nd, 2012 4:16 pm

    Buddy, I learned alot from you over the years. You were a good man and my mom loved you dearly. I will miss you. Just want you to know, I change the oil in my car like you taught me. I wish you were still here. I have good memories. See you again someday.


  14. Aidan on February 22nd, 2012 5:17 pm

    I love you grandpa


  15. Pam Hardman on February 23rd, 2012 4:42 am

    Stephanie: Please know that I’m thinking of you & your family today. Buddy was a mans man (a real Mr. Fix It)& someone you were proud of & loved every much. He may be gone from your sight, but he’ll be in your heart forever.

    Pam Hardman


  16. Theresa Dail Hankinson on February 23rd, 2012 7:43 am

    Lisa and Trueblood family
    I am so sorry for your loss. I too can still remember that “goofy” smile. He will certainly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.


  17. Ginger Drake and all Affiliated Mortgage Family in Monroe, La. on February 23rd, 2012 10:06 am

    Stephanie,
    I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that all of us here at Affiliated in Monroe are praying for you and your family during this difficult time.


  18. Debra Ward on February 23rd, 2012 2:04 pm

    Buddy, you will be sadly missed from us all. Love Deb & Jessi.


  19. Dottie, Ed and Carrie Taylor on February 23rd, 2012 2:06 pm

    Dear Mike, Dawn and family,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss. Such a young man and from reading the prior condolences, he must have been quite a special person. We will be thinking of you and praying for you in the days and months ahead. Take care of yourselves. Love, Dottie, Ed, and Carrie Taylor


  20. Barb & Tom Layton on March 9th, 2012 7:45 am

    We are so sorry for your loss. Most of us have felt the pain you are feeling now. But the loss of someone so young seems to be even harder. I have always found comfort in the Bible If an ablebodied man dies can he live again. God says I will call and he will answer and I have a longing to give him life again. (Job 14:13-15) May you find comfort in knowing that there is a loving God that he is there for us in our time of need. Much sympathy at this time.


  21. Keri Mccombe Stecki on March 18th, 2012 9:52 am

    My thoughts and prayers are lifted for your family at this time. I will always remember Buddy as being so sweet and fun. He certainly was the chick magnet at the time I knew him, all the girls loved him. I will always see him in my minds eye with that beautiful smile and great looks that radiated the essence of who he was. He was and still is a beautiful spirit. Take comfort in knowing that he is still with all of you that loved him so dearly.


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