CHERRYVILLE, N.C. - Timothy Ray “Tim” Chezem, age 60, of Cherryville, passed away on October 15, 2024, at Atrium Health Cleveland.

Tim was born on April 20, 1964, in Broward County, Florida, to the late Lester Chezem and Juanita Franklin Stephens. He was an avid carp fisherman.

In addition to his parents, Tim was preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Leonhardt, and June Gouch; and brother, Bruce Chezem.

Survivors include his children, Timothy “TJ” Chezem Jr. (Mindy), and Lyndee Chezem (Shane Clinton); brothers, Robbie Chezem, and Roger Bratcher; brother-in-law, James Kevin Leonhardt; grandchildren, Zack Kent, Harmonie Kent, Aurora Clinton, Xzavier Clinton, Layla Chezem, Gracelynn Chezem, Willow Chezem, Carlee Chezem, and Brody Chezem; and aunts, Donie Brooks, Jan Myers, and Ruby Heatley.

A Celebration of Life was held 2 p.m. Friday, October 18, 2024, at Lincolnton Church of God, with Bishop Pastor Danny Houser officiating. The family received friends from 1-1:45 p.m., prior to the service at the church. Burial was private.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com

Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services of Cherryville, N.C. is serving the Chezem family.