Timothy Ray Eckersley
April 19, 1962 ~ April 1, 2025
Born in:
Moore County, North Carolina
Resided in:
Southern Pines, North Carolina
Timothy Ray Eckersley, 62, a devoted soldier, loyal friend, and beloved family member, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Tim was born on April 19, 1962, to the late Frank “Harold” Eckersley and Phyllis Ann Wilson McNeille in Moore County.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Raymond and Lucille Wilson, and uncles, Jerry Wilson and Raymond Wilson Jr.
He is survived by two sisters, Sandra Evans and Diane Logan of Winston-Salem; Step-brother, David Duffer; uncle, Gene Wilson of Pinebluff; aunts, Sandra Wilson of Aberdeen and Lela Tew (Miles) of Raleigh; cousin, Michael (Alison) Wilson of West End; and many paternal family members, beloved nephews, cousins, and friends.
Timothy served honorably in the U.S. Army for 24 years and continued his dedication to the military as a contractor, specializing in training and surveillance, including his work with Robin Sage. Timothy was a prankster at heart, always ready with a joke or clever trick to bring laughter to those around him. He found joy reminiscing with family and friends, sharing stories of the past, and strengthening the bonds he cherished. A true sportsman, Timothy was passionate about football and basketball, always keeping up with statistics and never missing games. Above all, Timothy had a kind and generous heart. He would give the shirt off his back to those he loved. His selflessness, humor, and unwavering loyalty will be deeply missed by all those who knew him.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Southern Pines with full military honors. The service will be officiated by Pastor Gregg Newton.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Disabled American Veterans or the Moore County Humane Society.
Online condolences can be made at PinesFunerals.com
Powell Funeral Home is serving Tim’s family.
Services
Graveside Service: April 8, 2025 3:00 pm
Pinelawn Memorial Park
1105 Morganton Road
Southern Pines, NC 28387
910.692.6801
https://www.PinelawnMemorial.com
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Tim was a friend whom I worked with for many years. He was smart, loyal, dedicated and had a wonderful sense of humor. He would go out of his way to help you whether it was to move a safe or pick up a vehicle. He was a retired US Army combat veteran whom continued to support all branches of service, especially the Special Operations Forces. RIP Tim, you will be missed.
Gone too early, but thankful that I got to know him, even for a relatively short time. Always had to talk smack about Georgia vs. Alabama, but we never missed a chance to talk. Hope everyone looks back and realizes how much better the world was with Tim in it. He’ll be missed and send love and hugs to his family.
RIP my friend. Great guy, worked with him many times on 9115 and 9114. He did have a great sense of humor. Many prayers for his family…