Darrell Eugene Mckillop

Darrell Eugene McKillop, 57, of Shelby, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016 surrounded by his loving family after a battle with cancer. He was born December 21, 1958 in Gaston County, to the late Luther Eugene and Shirley Epperson McKillop.

In addition to being a devoted and caring son, Darrell loved the outdoors. His happiest hours were spent camping, fishing and hunting.

Left to cherish his memories are his mother, Shirley Epperson McKillop; sisters, Jean (husband Tony) Moore of China Grove, NC. Lisa (husband Glenn) Lovelace of Gaffney, SC; brother, Kenneth McKillop of Kings Mountain, NC and five nephews.

Darrell also leaves behind favorite aunts Emogene "Cricket" Bell and Ann Singleton, and special cousin Judy Bell Matthews.

A funeral service will be held 3:00 pm Sunday at Greene Funeral Service – 1503 South York Road, Gastonia.

Visitation will be held 2-2:45 pm prior to the service.

Memorials may be sent to Cleveland County Hospice – 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC, 28150.

Condolences may be sent to www.greenefuneral.com

Arrangements are with Greene Funeral Service – South Chapel, Gastonia.