William Lee Cody

William Lee Cody, 73 of Taylorsville died Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House.

He was born on January 31, 1950, in Cook County, Illinois to the late Edwin Cody and Bonnie Martin Cody. He was also preceded in death by a son, William "Billy" McDaniels.

William worked as an HVAC technician prior to his retirement. He enjoyed fishing and was an excellent artist, spending many hours sketching, and painting. More than anything, he loved his family.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 33 years, Pam Shoemaker McDaniels Cody, two sons, Garland McDaniels (Kathy), Jonathan McDaniels (Jessica), a daughter, Jeannie Nelson, 8 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and many other family members.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 3:00 pm at New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 1560 Nathaniel St., Newton, NC 28658 with Rev. Lance Mitchell officiating.

Memorials may be made to Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658.

Nicholson Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cody family. Previous Events





Memorial Service





APR 22. 3:00 PM (ET)



New Jerusalem Baptist Church

1560 Nathaniel St.

Newton, NC 28658



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