Lewis Stott

Mr. Lewis Stott, 90, passed away on November 4, 2026, at his residence. He was born on June 29, 1936, in Rutherford County to the late Willie Miles Stott and Mary Minish Stott.

Mr. Stott will be remembered as a faithful and devoted man whose life was deeply rooted in his church, his family, and the things he loved most. He was a longtime member of Clinchfield Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon, Sunday school teacher, treasurer, and in many other leadership roles through the years. His steady service reflected a life of commitment, faith, and care for others. He was also an avid woodworker who made numerous picture frames over the years, creating lasting pieces with his hands and sharing that gift with those around him. He enjoyed cheering on the UNC Tar Heels and Atlanta Braves and was known to many as a wonderful husband, father, godparent, and grandparent.

Above all, Lewis treasured his family. He shared 68 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Joyce Cuthbertson Stott, a remarkable bond that stood as a testament to enduring love and devotion. He is also survived by his daughter, Phyllis Stott Kirstein, and her husband, Steve. His family circle also includes his sister, Betty Harrison; his brother, Bill Stott (Ellyn); Godchildren Madison Noyes and her husband, Rob, and their children, Jackman and Blanton; McKenzie McFalls and her husband, Avery; and Morgan Waycaster (Jackson); his granddaughters, Heather Clements and her husband, Casey, and Ashley Seale and her husband, Mike; and six great grandchildren. Also surviving is numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Harris; his brothers, Cecil Stott and Wade Stott; and his sister-in-law, Carolyn Jordan.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Beam Funeral Service & Crematory, 2170 Rutherford Road, Marion, North Carolina 28752. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at Clinchfield Baptist Church, 1150 East Court Street, Marion, North Carolina 28752 with Reverend Terry Roach officiating. Interment will follow at McDowell Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Montford Cove Baptist Church Cemetery Trust Fund at 4920 Cove Rd. Union Mills NC 28167. 

Lewis Stott leaves behind a legacy of faith, steadfast love, and service. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.