Obituaries
Rita Mae Duncan Hall
Jun 10, 2026
Rita Mae Duncan Hall, Born on December 9, 1946, age 79, of Marion, NC, passed into the arms of her Savior on June 10, 2026. Rita was a devoted follower of Christ who lived her life with unwavering faith, placing God first in all things.
Rita was a faithful member of the Church of Christ, where she found great joy and...
Bonita M. Glick
Jun 7, 2026
Bonita M. Glick, age 88, of Lake Lure, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026.
She was born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania on July 2, 1937 and was the daughter of the late Dr. David L. and Evelyn Greene.
Bonnie graduated from the Grier School in Tyrone, Pennsylvania and the University of Miami in 1959. She taught in four states and then sold real...
Roxann Philbeck Hollifield
Jun 7, 2026
Roxann Philbeck Hollifield, 87, of Marion, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills surrounded by family.
A native of Rutherford County, of the Washburn community, she was born on March 17, 1939 to the late Gilmer Philbeck and Lucy Higgins Philbeck.
Roxann was a longtime member of Turkey Cove Baptist Church where she served for a while...
James Andrew Webb
Jun 6, 2026
James Andrew "Andy" Webb, 88, of Marion, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Autumn Care of Marion.
He was born August 1, 1937 in Buncombe County to the late Druied Granville Webb and Grace Boone Webb. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Louise Allison Webb; his children, Sharon Lynn Webb and Jeffery "Scott" Webb; and all...
Lorraine A. Hightshoe Knighton
Jun 6, 2026
Lorraine A. Hightshoe Knighton, 79, of Bemidji, Minnesota, passed away on June 6, 2026 at her son’s home in Hildebran, North Carolina, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
She was born on January 9, 1947, to Charles and Bertha Affeild Hightshoe at the Old Lutheran Hospital in Bemidji, Minnesota.
Lorraine grew up on the family farm in Nebish, where her loving...
Dennis Francis McOmber
Jun 5, 2026
Dennis Francis McOmber, 79, of Marion, North Carolina, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 5, 2026, after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer's disease
Born on May 25, 1947, in Waterbury, Connecticut, Dennis lived a life defined by faith, hard work, dedication to family, and service to others. Known by many as a true "jack of...
Phyllis Ann Adkins Edwards
Jun 2, 2026
Phyllis Ann Adkins Edwards, 87, of Nebo, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at her residence with her loving family by her side.
She was born October 28, 1938 to the late Deckard Adkins and Nettie Whitson Adkins. Phyllis had a career in textiles and later worked for Columbia Forest Products. She loved being outdoors. She enjoyed camping and get-togethers with...
Rev. Donald Lee Justice Sr.
Jun 2, 2026
It is with profound respect and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Rev. Donald Lee Justice Sr., a devoted servant of God, loving husband, and cherished family man. Born on March 22, 1950, in McDowell County, Rev. Justice’s life was marked by unwavering faith and dedication to his community until his peaceful passing on June 2, 2026, at...
Linda Kay Carter Cable
Jun 2, 2026
Linda Kay Carter Cable, 74, of Morganton and formerly of Old Fort, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at her daughter’s residence.
She was born in McDowell County on October 30, 1951 to the late Dewey Carter and Opal Lawing Carter.
Linda was the true definition of a Proverbs 31 woman. She was loving, kind, compassionate,...
Reba Diane Laws Mashburn
May 31, 2026
On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Reba Diane Laws Mashburn, 71, of Marion, passed away at her residence with her family by her side.
A native of McDowell County, she was born March 14, 1955 to the late Carl Laws and Mildred Bradley Laws. A sister, Elaine Harvey, also preceded her in death.
Reba worked at Ethan Allen for over thirty years, and...
Susan "Bouncy" McClure
May 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the peaceful passing of Susan Rebecca McClure on May 27, 2026, at the age of 71. Susan gracefully departed this world at home in the loving embrace of her family, fulfilling her deepest wish to be surrounded by those she cherished most.
Born on May 7,...
Martin Harry Trauger
May 27, 2026
Martin Harry Trauger was born December 18, 1951, in Pendleton, Oregon to Harry and Virginia Trauger, the second of five children. He passed away May 27, 2026 after a long, courageous battle with Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma and pneumonia.
In 1971, the Navy sent him to Jacksonville, Florida where at the beach one day, a girl with long red hair stole his...
Ronnie Loyd Stevens
May 26, 2026
Ronnie Loyd Stevens, cherished husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at his residence. Born on October 13, 1947, in McDowell County, Ronnie lived a life marked by dedication, passion, and a deep commitment to his family and community.
For over 52 years, Ronnie devoted himself to his career as an auto mechanic, proudly owning...
Gary Wayne Russell
May 25, 2026
Gary Wayne Russell, age 52, of Pineview Road in Fairview, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026 at Care Partners Solace Center in Asheville.
Born on October 18, 1973 in McDowell County, he was the son of Ronnie Wayne Russell and Wilma Cable Russell.
Gary enjoyed being outdoors, cooking, and grilling steaks. He loved his family and family get-togethers. He enjoyed NASCAR racing...
Gregory Neil Buchanan
May 25, 2026
Gregory Neil Buchanan, age 49, went home to be with his Savior on Monday, May 25, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on February 4, 1977, he was the son of Avery Jr. and Barbara Buchanan. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara; his paternal grandparents, Avery and Mildred Buchanan; and his maternal grandparents, Charlie and Timia...
Thomas Stinson Hoffman
May 24, 2026
Thomas Stinson Hoffman, 66, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026.
He was born in Mecklenburg County on February 13, 1960 to the late Billy Franklin Hoffman and Frances Mangum Hoffman. Tommy was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having earned the rank of Staff Sergeant.
He was preceded in death by a son, Cody Hoffman.
Survivors include two daughters, Brooke Webster...
Rachel Mae Hutchins
May 23, 2026
Rachel Mae Hutchins, 24, of Marion, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026.
She was born in Burke County on April 4, 2002. A devoted admirer of God’s creation, Rachel absolutely loved animals and held a deep reverence for the natural world. Her passion for wildlife led her to pursue her education with dedication and distinction. A proud graduate of McDowell Early...
Diane Lipps Street
May 23, 2026
Diane Lipps Street, age 77, of Hamburg Road in Bakersville, the Ledger community, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026 at her home.
Born on September 6, 1948 in Avery County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Anna Rae Aldridge Lipps. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sisters; Lillian Buckner, Betty Leonhardt...
Johnny Michael Dixon
May 23, 2026
Johnny Michael Dixon, born on May 18, 1958, in McDowell County, North Carolina, passed away at his residence on May 23, 2026. He was a beloved figure within his family and community.
Johnny dedicated many years of his professional life to working with NAPA Auto Parts. Beyond his work, Johnny found joy in some deeply cherished pastimes. He loved panning for...
Calvin Mance Freeman
May 22, 2026
Calvin Mance Freeman, age 83, of Freeman Town Road in Lake Lure, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026 at his home. Born on December 19, 1942 in Rutherford County, he was the son of the late DeWitt M. and Evie Lee Logan Freeman.
Calvin was a member of the St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church. He was a self employed farmer and...
Rita Mae Duncan Hall
Jun 10, 2026
Rita Mae Duncan Hall, Born on December 9, 1946, age 79, of Marion, NC, passed into the arms of her Savior on June 10, 2026. Rita was a devoted follower of Christ who lived her life with unwavering faith, placing God first in all things.
Rita was a faithful member of the Church of Christ, where she found great joy and...
Bonita M. Glick
Jun 7, 2026
Bonita M. Glick, age 88, of Lake Lure, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026.
She was born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania on July 2, 1937 and was the daughter of the late Dr. David L. and Evelyn Greene.
Bonnie graduated from the Grier School in Tyrone, Pennsylvania and the University of Miami in 1959. She taught in four states and then sold real...
Roxann Philbeck Hollifield
Jun 7, 2026
Roxann Philbeck Hollifield, 87, of Marion, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills surrounded by family.
A native of Rutherford County, of the Washburn community, she was born on March 17, 1939 to the late Gilmer Philbeck and Lucy Higgins Philbeck.
Roxann was a longtime member of Turkey Cove Baptist Church where she served for a while...
James Andrew Webb
Jun 6, 2026
James Andrew "Andy" Webb, 88, of Marion, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Autumn Care of Marion.
He was born August 1, 1937 in Buncombe County to the late Druied Granville Webb and Grace Boone Webb. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Louise Allison Webb; his children, Sharon Lynn Webb and Jeffery "Scott" Webb; and all...
Lorraine A. Hightshoe Knighton
Jun 6, 2026
Lorraine A. Hightshoe Knighton, 79, of Bemidji, Minnesota, passed away on June 6, 2026 at her son’s home in Hildebran, North Carolina, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
She was born on January 9, 1947, to Charles and Bertha Affeild Hightshoe at the Old Lutheran Hospital in Bemidji, Minnesota.
Lorraine grew up on the family farm in Nebish, where her loving...
Dennis Francis McOmber
Jun 5, 2026
Dennis Francis McOmber, 79, of Marion, North Carolina, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 5, 2026, after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer's disease
Born on May 25, 1947, in Waterbury, Connecticut, Dennis lived a life defined by faith, hard work, dedication to family, and service to others. Known by many as a true "jack of...
Phyllis Ann Adkins Edwards
Jun 2, 2026
Phyllis Ann Adkins Edwards, 87, of Nebo, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at her residence with her loving family by her side.
She was born October 28, 1938 to the late Deckard Adkins and Nettie Whitson Adkins. Phyllis had a career in textiles and later worked for Columbia Forest Products. She loved being outdoors. She enjoyed camping and get-togethers with...
Rev. Donald Lee Justice Sr.
Jun 2, 2026
It is with profound respect and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Rev. Donald Lee Justice Sr., a devoted servant of God, loving husband, and cherished family man. Born on March 22, 1950, in McDowell County, Rev. Justice’s life was marked by unwavering faith and dedication to his community until his peaceful passing on June 2, 2026, at...
Linda Kay Carter Cable
Jun 2, 2026
Linda Kay Carter Cable, 74, of Morganton and formerly of Old Fort, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at her daughter’s residence.
She was born in McDowell County on October 30, 1951 to the late Dewey Carter and Opal Lawing Carter.
Linda was the true definition of a Proverbs 31 woman. She was loving, kind, compassionate,...
Reba Diane Laws Mashburn
May 31, 2026
On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Reba Diane Laws Mashburn, 71, of Marion, passed away at her residence with her family by her side.
A native of McDowell County, she was born March 14, 1955 to the late Carl Laws and Mildred Bradley Laws. A sister, Elaine Harvey, also preceded her in death.
Reba worked at Ethan Allen for over thirty years, and...
Susan "Bouncy" McClure
May 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the peaceful passing of Susan Rebecca McClure on May 27, 2026, at the age of 71. Susan gracefully departed this world at home in the loving embrace of her family, fulfilling her deepest wish to be surrounded by those she cherished most.
Born on May 7,...
Martin Harry Trauger
May 27, 2026
Martin Harry Trauger was born December 18, 1951, in Pendleton, Oregon to Harry and Virginia Trauger, the second of five children. He passed away May 27, 2026 after a long, courageous battle with Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma and pneumonia.
In 1971, the Navy sent him to Jacksonville, Florida where at the beach one day, a girl with long red hair stole his...
Ronnie Loyd Stevens
May 26, 2026
Ronnie Loyd Stevens, cherished husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at his residence. Born on October 13, 1947, in McDowell County, Ronnie lived a life marked by dedication, passion, and a deep commitment to his family and community.
For over 52 years, Ronnie devoted himself to his career as an auto mechanic, proudly owning...
Gary Wayne Russell
May 25, 2026
Gary Wayne Russell, age 52, of Pineview Road in Fairview, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026 at Care Partners Solace Center in Asheville.
Born on October 18, 1973 in McDowell County, he was the son of Ronnie Wayne Russell and Wilma Cable Russell.
Gary enjoyed being outdoors, cooking, and grilling steaks. He loved his family and family get-togethers. He enjoyed NASCAR racing...
Gregory Neil Buchanan
May 25, 2026
Gregory Neil Buchanan, age 49, went home to be with his Savior on Monday, May 25, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on February 4, 1977, he was the son of Avery Jr. and Barbara Buchanan. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara; his paternal grandparents, Avery and Mildred Buchanan; and his maternal grandparents, Charlie and Timia...
Thomas Stinson Hoffman
May 24, 2026
Thomas Stinson Hoffman, 66, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026.
He was born in Mecklenburg County on February 13, 1960 to the late Billy Franklin Hoffman and Frances Mangum Hoffman. Tommy was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having earned the rank of Staff Sergeant.
He was preceded in death by a son, Cody Hoffman.
Survivors include two daughters, Brooke Webster...
Rachel Mae Hutchins
May 23, 2026
Rachel Mae Hutchins, 24, of Marion, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026.
She was born in Burke County on April 4, 2002. A devoted admirer of God’s creation, Rachel absolutely loved animals and held a deep reverence for the natural world. Her passion for wildlife led her to pursue her education with dedication and distinction. A proud graduate of McDowell Early...
Diane Lipps Street
May 23, 2026
Diane Lipps Street, age 77, of Hamburg Road in Bakersville, the Ledger community, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026 at her home.
Born on September 6, 1948 in Avery County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Anna Rae Aldridge Lipps. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sisters; Lillian Buckner, Betty Leonhardt...
Johnny Michael Dixon
May 23, 2026
Johnny Michael Dixon, born on May 18, 1958, in McDowell County, North Carolina, passed away at his residence on May 23, 2026. He was a beloved figure within his family and community.
Johnny dedicated many years of his professional life to working with NAPA Auto Parts. Beyond his work, Johnny found joy in some deeply cherished pastimes. He loved panning for...
Calvin Mance Freeman
May 22, 2026
Calvin Mance Freeman, age 83, of Freeman Town Road in Lake Lure, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026 at his home. Born on December 19, 1942 in Rutherford County, he was the son of the late DeWitt M. and Evie Lee Logan Freeman.
Calvin was a member of the St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church. He was a self employed farmer and...
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