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Mr. Ralph Curtis McDaniel, 67, of Mocksville, passed away Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.

His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, Curtis came out a hero and stayed strong until the end. With his family by his side, he went home to be with the Lord.

He was born on Sept. 22, 1956 in Forsyth County to Ralph James and Doris Marie Smith McDaniel. Curtis enjoyed watching sports and was a die-hard Miami Dolphins fan. He loved visiting the beach and shagging with his wife, Ella, in the kitchen and slow dancing in the living room. His family was his most prized possession, and he would do anything for them. In the last few years, he found his way back to God and adored his church family.

Mr. McDaniel was preceded in death by a brother, Wayne Hinshaw.

In addition to his parents, survivors include: his wife of 29 years, Ella McDaniel; 4 children, Christopher McDaniel (Brittany) of Yadkinville, Angela Norman (Donnie) of Winston-Salem, Leslie Hollens (Matt) of Charlotte, and Tonya Stanley (Wayne) of Yadkinville; 6 grandchildren, Addison McDaniel, Ainsley McDaniel, Maverick McDaniel, Justin Norman, Jacob Norman, and Morgan Stanley; a brother, David Hinshaw (Susan); and lots of nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26 at Liberty Wesleyan Church with Rev. Jesse Garmon officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be considered for: Liberty Wesleyan Church, 2106 Sheffield Road, Harmony, NC 28634.

Online condolences: www.eatonfuneralservice.com.