James David "JD" Huffstetler

James David Huffstetler “JD”, age 96, of Randleman died Tuesday, June 20th at home with family. 

Mr. Huffstetler was born and raised in Stanley, North Carolina. At the age of 18 he was drafted to serve in World War II, where he spent 18 months in Germany. JD was married to the beautiful love of his life, Frances Handsel Huffstetler, for 59 years. He relocated to Randleman where he took the position as plant manager at JP Stevens Incorporated from 1960 to 1983. He was a proud member of First United Methodist Church in Randleman from 1960 to present. JD loved his garden, quail, and deer hunting, watching sports specifically basketball and most of all his family. His most prized possession was his granddaughter, Kali Huffstetler, he was extremely proud of her and loved her very much. 

JD is preceded in death by his wife, Frances Huffstetler; parents: Kelly and Ocie Huffstetler; sisters: Iva Lee Ballard and Pauline Williams. He is survived by sons: Kelly and David Huffstetler; daughter: Ann Huffstetler; granddaughter: Kali Huffstetler all of Randleman; sister: Mary Cannon of Stanley. 

The family will receive friends Tuesday, June 27, 2023, from 12:30 - 1:45 pm at First United Methodist Church, 301 S. Main Street, Randleman. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm with pastor Jenna Grogan officiating. Burial will follow at Randolph Memorial Park, Asheboro.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 301 S. Main Street, Randleman, NC 27317.