Mr. Eddie Gene Redding, age 60, of Gastonia, NC died on Sunday, September 25, 2011 at his home. Mr. Redding was born on May 11, 1951 in Gaston County, NC to Maxton Redding, Sr. and Maudree Turner Redding. Mr. Redding was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Maxton Redding, Jr. Mr. Redding worked as an auditor with the Division of Motor Vehicles. A private graveside service will be held at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens by Rev. Dwight Shepherd. Mr. Redding is survived by: his wife, Nancy Richardson Redding; one daughter, Susan Lackey; one granddaughter, Grayson Lackey, one brother, Richard Redding; one sister, Nancy Haynes; his mother, Maudree Redding; also surviving are several nieces and nephews. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel & Gardens was entrusted with the arrangements.