Milton Hammer Redding

Milton Hammer Redding, 81, of Asheboro, joined his beloved wife, Linda, in heaven on February 27, 2026. Born on February 15, 1945 to Viola Sanborn Redding and William Frank Redding, Jr., Milton was the youngest of three sons (and at 6’4”, was the shortest). He attended Oral Roberts University, where he majored in Biblical Literature, and completed his thesis on Wisdom Literature. At an early age, he developed a purposeful relationship with Jesus Christ, deepening his devotion throughout his life, following the Lord’s path devoutly, and loving his family deeply. He was a long-time member and former deacon of Spoons Chapel Christian Church in Asheboro, NC.

Milton will be remembered for his unwavering faith, selfless Christian spirit, and abundant joy for life. One would meet Milton and immediately feel entirely accepted, loved, and supported. He was quick to smile and make light-hearted jokes, and always saw the best parts of others and the world around him. His faith in Jesus Christ was profound, and he knew the Bible intimately, regularly sharing scripture with those he loved most. In addition to his deep and unwavering faith, he enjoyed history of all types; beauty in the natural world, particularly the mountains and the sea; and college sports, specifically the University of North Carolina basketball team, and everything Tar Heel. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and great-grandfather who reminded his children and grandchildren what it means to be grateful, humble, and devout. He led a life that prioritized faith, kindness, and compassion for others, and prayed for the well being of all.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, William Frank Redding III, Donald Sanborn Redding, and his recently departed wife, Katherine Linda Lewallen Redding, who passed away February 8, 2026. The love that Milton & Linda shared was inspiring and timeless, and her recent loss affected him deeply.

He will be remembered by his daughter Elizabeth Cameron Redding of Nashville, TN; his stepdaughter Katherine Craven Vestal (Jack) of Coleridge, NC; his grandchildren, Rosalie Ashlyn Hinke and Arianwyn Teagan Webber of Nashville, TN; his step-grandchildren, Jack Barnes Vestal III “Trey” of Coleridge, NC, and Tristan David Vestal (Taylor) of Sophia, NC; his great-grandchildren, Mason, Micah, Everlee, and Matilda Vestal; his brother-in-law, Horace P. Lewallen, of Asheboro; and his nieces Rebecca, Marianne, Nancy, Julie, and Sally.

Services will be held on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Pugh Funeral Home chapel. Visitation will take place at 10:00-10:45 am. Service to follow with Pastor Issac Fetterhoff officiating at 11:00 am.  Burial will follow the service at Old City Cemetery.

Pugh Funeral Home is proud to serve the Redding Family.