James Anderson Gravley, III
Dec 29, 2025
James Anderson Gravley, III, 73, of Drexel, passed away Monday, December 29, 2025, at UNC Health Blue Ridge.
James was born in Wytheville, Virginia, on July 17, 1952, to the late James Anderson Gravley, Jr. and Emma Louise Fortune Gravley. He was married to Dorothy Louise Williford Gravley. James served his country proudly with the United States...
Pamela Gay Richards
Dec 28, 2025
Pamela Gay Richards, age 69, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away on December 28, 2025, in Marion, NC. She was born on October 12, 1956, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Pamela was the beloved wife of Vernon Richards and a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She had a heart of gold and was always ready to give, often putting the needs of...
Earl E. Hill
Dec 28, 2025
Earl E. Hill, age 98, of Union Mills, departed this life peacefully on Sunday afternoon, December 28, 2025 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.
A native of Rutherford County, he was born August 1, 1927 to the late Robert Hayden Hill and Lillie Irene Arrowood Hill.
A man of the land and of hard work, he spent his life farming, running a...
Kate Terry Clough
Dec 23, 2025
Kate Terry Clough, 90, of Nebo, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at her residence.
A native of McDowell County, she was born on July 13, 1935 to the late Ellsworth Jesse Terry and Lillie Hamby Terry.
A true caregiver at heart, Kate worked in home care for most of her life. She received great joy by caring for others. Kate was...
C. Phillip Moore
Dec 23, 2025
On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, C. Phillip Moore, 92, of Marion, passed away at Autumn Care of Marion, after a short illness.
A native of Rutherford County, he was born on November 2, 1933 to the late Otto Moore and Louise Beam Moore.
He was a graduate of Cliffside High School, attended Clemson University, and graduated from Furman University. While in college,...
Herbert David Winters
Dec 22, 2025
Herbert David Winters, 73, of Nebo, passed away at Rose Hill Retirement Community on Monday, December 22, 2025.
David was born in Burke County on February 27, 1952 to the late Glen Alfred Winters and the late Wilma Hoover Winters.
David loved watching sports and was an avid fan of the UNC Tarheel basketball and football teams. He spent a lot of...
George H. Thurn
Dec 20, 2025
George H. Thurn of Newland, NC formerly of Melbourne, FL passed away on December 20, 2025 at Cranberry House in Newland. George was born to Gustav and Hazel Thurn on February 8, 1933 in Woodland California.
George graduated from Yuba City High School. After serving in the Navy he attended Cal Poly Tech in San Luis Obispo,...
Gary Lance Huffman
Dec 20, 2025
Rev. Gary Lance Huffman, age 75, of Marion, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the Asheville VA Medical Center.
Born on April 13, 1950, in Avery County, he was the son of the late Lance Huffman and Mildred Lewis Huffman.
Gary devoted more than forty years of his life to working as a commercial electrician. He also faithfully served...
Judy McFalls Pittman
Dec 20, 2025
Judy Carolyn McFalls Pittman, age 74, of Marion, passed peacefully at her residence on Saturday, December 20, 2025.
Born on December 23, 1950, in McDowell County, she was the daughter of Louise McFalls and Paul McFalls. She is preceded in death by her father and her brother Michael McFalls.
Judy was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord and faithfully sang in...
Shirley Ann Cunningham
Dec 18, 2025
Shirley Ann Cunningham, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on December 18, 2025, at Mission Hospital McDowell at the age of 88. Born on July 25, 1937, in McDowell County,
Shirley led a life marked by her incredible work ethic and caring spirit. As a devoted mother, Shirley is survived by her loving sons, Mickey...
Robert Hines Bowman
Dec 18, 2025
“Papaw” Robert Hines Bowman
Robert Hines Bowman of Marion, age 92, passed away peacefully at the Valor Hospice Unit at the Charles George VA Medical Center on December 18th, 2025. Robert was born in McDowell County on December 29th, 1932, the beloved son of the late Summy Truman Bowman and Clema Rose Smith Bowman. In addition to his parents, he was...
Clifford Harvey Harris
Dec 18, 2025
Clifford Harvey Harris, 78, of Union Mills, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center in Rutherfordton.
Clifford was born in Caldwell County, NC, on June 19, 1947, to the late Theron Calvin Harris and Polly Sue Graham Harris. He served his country proudly in the United States Army during the Vietnam...
William Cabbel "WC" Newman, Sr.
Dec 15, 2025
On the evening of Monday, December 15, 2025, William Cabbel “WC” Newman, Sr., age 85, of Marion, passed away at Autumn Care of Marion.
A native of Vance County, he was born January 14, 1940 to the late Maurice Eugene Newman and Permelia Granger Newman. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 31 years, Cynthia Newman; brother-in-law, Wayne...
Michael Eugene Waycaster
Dec 15, 2025
On Monday, December 15, 2025, Michael Eugene Waycaster, 80, of Marion, passed away at his residence with his loving family by his side.
A native of McDowell County, he was born December 13, 1945 to the late Burley Eugene Waycaster and Daisy Irene McEntire Waycaster. A brother, Alvin Waycaster, also preceded him in death.
Mike dedicated himself to his work, proudly founding...
Darryl Keith Hudgins
Dec 13, 2025
Darryl Keith Hudgins, 62, of Marion, passed away Saturday morning, December 13, 2025 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby.
Born in Asheville on August 4, 1963, he was the son of the late Jack Arville Hudgins and Blanche Elizabeth Roland Howard.
Darryl was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having spent the majority of his service in Germany. He later...
Wanda Gail Duncan
Dec 13, 2025
Wanda "Gail" Duncan, a beloved figure in her community, passed away peacefully at her residence on December 13, 2025, at the age of 80. She was born on January 15, 1945, in Mitchell County.
A devoted member of her community, Gail was a founder and charter member of Going Home Free Will Baptist Church, where she served tirelessly, teaching Sunday School...
Linda Edward Patton
Dec 12, 2025
Linda Edward Patton, of Marion, NC, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025, at her residence.
At this time, no services are scheduled.
Cora Beth Trout Johnson
Dec 12, 2025
Cora Beth Trout Johnson, 71, of Marion, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025.
A native of Illinois, Cora was born in Eldorado on November 19, 1954 to the late Clement Paul Trout and Wanda Nelson Trout.
Cora’s career as a registered nurse was marked by her unwavering commitment to her patients. Her compassion extended beyond her professional life, as she previously volunteered...
Elizabeth "Libby" Newton Ramsey
Dec 12, 2025
Elizabeth “Libby” Newton Ramsey, 72, of Nebo, went to be with her Lord on Friday, December 12, 2025 at UNC Health Blue Ridge.
She was born in McDowell County on June 3, 1953 to the late Alvin Charles Newton and Mary Lou Finley Newton.
A loving wife, mother, and Nena, she loved her family and especially adored her grandchildren who were her...
JoAnn Ward Sparks
Dec 9, 2025
JoAnn Ward Sparks, 86, of Spruce Pine, passed away peacefully at Blue Ridge Regional Hospital.
A native of Mitchell County, she was born January 3, 1939 to the late Charlie Ward and Lucille Buchanan Ward.
JoAnn retired from the textile industry after nineteen years of dedicated service. She attended Bethel Baptist Church. A wonderful cook, she enjoyed providing meals for her family...