Ronald Brown Hurlocker

Ronald Brown Hurlocker, 78, of Mt. Pleasant, NC, passed away on September 3, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 45 years, Sharon Bailey Hurlocker; his father, Lacy Hurlocker; and his mothers, Helen Shoaf Hurlocker and Helen Barringer Hurlocker,

He is survived by his brother, Max Hurlocker (Mary); daughters, Erica Hurlocker Hicks (Johnny) and Erin Hurlocker Long; grandsons, Jared Drye (Marysa), Logan Drye, Carson Hurlocker, Miken Long, and Easton Long; and his cherished great-grandson, Riley Stetson Drye.

Ronald's life was defined by service, family, and community. He was a longtime supporter of Mt. Pleasant High School athletics, faithfully operating the football clock and scoreboard for 30 years and announcing baseball games. He served in various roles with the MPHS Athletic Boosters Club and was always one of the Tigers' biggest supporters.

As a proud member of the Mt. Pleasant Lions Club for 45 years, Ronald dedicated his time in many leadership roles, including 18 years as Director of the Youth Football program. He also served on the Mt. Pleasant Food Ministry Board of Directors, living out his commitment to helping others.

Faith guided Ronald throughout his life. He was a dual member of St. John's Lutheran Church and Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church, where he served faithfully in numerous roles. At St. John's, he taught Sunday School, served on the Church Council, and volunteered in many ways—including mowing the church grounds, At Mt. Pleasant Methodist, he was a Sunday School teacher, active in Methodist Men, and held many other church leadership positions.

Ronald was also a local historian, authoring Cemetery Records of St. John's Lutheran Church, Concord, NC and History of Mt. Pleasant High School Football. His writings preserve the legacy of the community he loved so dearly.

Above all, Ronald will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His heart for service, deep faith, and dedication to his family and community will continue to inspire all who knew him.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 12:00—2:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Pastors Earl Bradshaw of Mt. Pleasant Methodist and Matt Hansen of St. John's Lutheran Church will officiate.