Paul "Fate" Hefner

Paul “Fate” Hefner, age 91, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at his home.

Paul was born on September 24, 1934 in Alexander County, the son of the late Hayden Hefner and Ona Lee Bowman Hefner.

He was a carpenter, loved to farm, and later was the owner and operator of Heritage Frame Shop. He also loved to fish, especially with his brothers and grandchildren. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a good man that loved the Lord and was the glue that held their family together.

Including his parents, he is preceded in death by: his wife, Katherine Ruth Hefner; his sisters, Bobbie Little and Helen Hammer.

Those left to honor and cherish his memories include: his sons, Danny “Moe” Hefner (Dottie) of Taylorsville, Derrick Hefner of Taylorsville; his grandchildren, Matthew Hefner, Megan Hefner (Justin Winstead), Caleb Hefner (Kimberly); his great grandchildren, Crofton Fishel, Skylar Hefner, Colt Hefner, Hadley Hefner, Cody Horrocks; his sisters, Jewel Elder (Joe) of Taylorsville, Diane Hollar of Taylorsville, Patsy Wray of Lincolnton, Kathy Wike (Jacky) of Taylorsville, his brothers, Hubert Hefner of Conover, Wayne Hefner (Betty Russell) of Hickory, Hal Hefner (Vickie) of Taylorsville, Jerry Hefner (Paulette) of Taylorsville; a sister-in-law, Betty Edge of Pineville; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

The funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Friendship Lutheran Church. Pastor Craig Sigmon will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026 at Friendship Lutheran Church.

Pallbearers include: Andy Wike, Bradley Wike, Terry Hefner, Wade Warren, Mike Hefner and Leslie Elder.

Honorary pallbearers include: Jon Hayes, Jeremy Hefner, Derrick Hefner and Ronnie Little.

Memorials may be made to: Friendship Lutheran Church.

Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.

 Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Paul “Fate” Hefner.

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