Hilda P. Scarboro

June 21, 1934 — March 8, 2026

Albemarle

Hilda Ophelia Scarboro, 91, of Albemarle, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Stanly Manor in Albemarle.

Hilda was born June 21, 1934, in North Carolina to the late Arnold William Poplin and the late Nannie Lou Poplin.

She was also preceded in death by brother, Elvin Cladine Poplin, and sister, Sarah Daphene Lowder.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 am - 11:45 am, Monday, March 16, 2026, at Hartsell Funeral Home located at 522 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC . The funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm in the Lefler Memorial Chapel, officiated by Pastor Adam Hatley. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park.

Hilda was a devout Christian who loved the Lord with all her heart and her church family. She would often sing cantatas and was a part of the West Albemarle Baptist Church choir. She was an avid seamstress and would make pillows, quilts and blankets for others, and would often sale her crafts. Hilda Enjoyed going to the beach more than anywhere else, but her most cherished memories were all the times she got to spend with her family.

Survivors include son, Danny Lane Scarboro of Albemarle NC; Son, Bo (Cindy) Scarboro of Matthews, NC.; grandchildren, Machelle Scarboro Dick, Eric Marshall Scarboro, Lauren Scarboro Woods, Zachary (Emily) Scarboro; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Donations may be made to West Albemarle Baptist Church.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Scarboro family.

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Service Schedule

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Visitation

Monday, March 16, 2026

11:00 - 11:45 am (Eastern time)

Hartsell Funeral Home - Albemarle

522 N 2nd St, Albemarle, NC 28001

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Monday, March 16, 2026

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