Thursia Germaine Bartlett Robinson
Apr 14, 2026
Thursia Germaine Bartlett Robinson, born October 1, 1942, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at her residence. She was a dedicated wife and devoted caregiver to her beloved husband, Albert Robinson, who predeceased her. Throughout her life, Thursia was an ardent lover of her family, cherishing every moment spent with them. She found joy in the simple pleasures...
James Ervin Frady
Apr 14, 2026
James Ervin Frady, a cherished member of the Marion community and a man known for his unwavering dedication and loving nature, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, at Mountain Ridge Wellness. Born on July 3, 1938, in McDowell County, James led a life marked by hard work, kindness, and a generous spirit.
James devoted over four decades of his professional...
Bobby Glenn Morrow
Apr 13, 2026
Bobby Glenn Morrow, a devoted family man and proud retired U.S. AirForce veteran, passed away peacefully at his residence on April 13, 2026. Born in McDowell County on April 15, 1934, he lived a life marked bydedication to his family, his country, and his community.
Bobby was the owner and operator of Bobs Imports, a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and...
William Craig Freeman
Apr 13, 2026
William Craig Freeman, 52, of North Port, Florida, formally of Marion, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026 at his residence.
William was born in Buncombe Co. on August 24,1973 to Marcia Lowery Freeman and the late Kenneth Ray Freeman. He is also preceded in death by a sister, Dora Goins.
He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting. He...
Robert Lee Hall
Apr 12, 2026
Robert Lee Hall, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on April 12, 2026, at Memorial Mission Campus. Born on December 18, 1941, in McDowell County.
Robert devoted many years of his career to the American Thread company. He was a man of many interests, finding joy and fulfillment in working on cars, tending to his garden, and studying...
Susie Calloway Painter
Apr 10, 2026
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Susie Ann Calloway Painter, 71, of Nebo, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026, in Asheville, following a lengthy illness.
Susie was born in McDowell County, NC, on June 8, 1954, to the late Frankie Walker Calloway and Thomas Bascombe Calloway. She married James Stephen Painter, on April 23, 1973, in...
Joyce Ann Luce Pugh
Apr 9, 2026
Joyce Ann Luce Pugh, age 94, of Bakersville, formerly of Old Fort passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026 in Bakersville.
Born on January 18, 1932 in Winnebago County, WI, she was the daughter of the late Seymour and Bessie Williams Luce. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Everett Pugh who passed away in...
Thomas Henry Wright
Apr 7, 2026
Thomas “Tommy” Henry Wright, 76, of Marion, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at Autumn Care of Marion, surrounded by his family.
Tommy was born on July 2, 1949, in Haywood County to the late Lewis Asbury Wright and Jane Owenby Wright. He was preceded in death by his son, Nathan Arlo Wright, and his brother, Tim Wright.
Tommy was a...
Archie Carl Smith
Apr 7, 2026
Archie Carl Smith, 78, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Mission Hospital McDowell.
He was born in McDowell County on April 19, 1947 to the late Ernest “Jay Bird” Smith and Selma Jenkins Smith.
Archie had a passion for all things automotive. He worked as a mechanic for many years, and he spent 34 years as a truck driver....
Betty Ann Holtsclaw
Apr 4, 2026
Betty Ann Hoesman Holtsclaw, 74, of Spindale, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026, at her residence.
Betty was born in Charlotte, NC, on July 20, 1951, to the late John E. Hoesman, Jr. and Myrtle Helms Hoesman. Betty was a faithful Christian and devoted her life to reading the bible and daily prayer. Betty had a deep...
Glynda Danda Vess
Apr 4, 2026
Glynda Danda Vess, age 51, of Roy Moore Road in Old Fort, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026 at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals in Asheville.
Born on March 21, 1975 in Mindananao, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Johnny Danda and Zenaida Daiwai Danda who still survives. She was also preceded in a sister-in-law; Annette Vess and...
Christen "Christy" Leigh Jones
Apr 4, 2026
Christen “Christy” Leigh Jones, 50, of Marion, North Carolina, met Heaven on April 4, 2026, surrounded by her daughters, who sang her into the arms of Jesus.
Christy was known for her charismatic and playful spirit, often bringing laughter and light into any room she entered. She had a heart for people and found purpose in mentoring and pouring into those...
Craig Eugene Metz, Sr.
Apr 3, 2026
Craig Eugene Metz, Sr., 71, of Nebo, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
A native of South Bend, Indiana, he was born on November 21, 1954 to the late George Metz and Shirley Schock Ressell.
Craig honorably served in the United States Army from 1974 until 1977. He worked as a crane operator for fifty years and...
Charlotte Lorraine Pruitt Hasson
Apr 2, 2026
Charlotte Lorraine Pruitt Hasson, 82, of Spindale, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026.
A native of Carter County, Tennessee, she was born on September 21, 1943 to the late Burnie Pruitt and Frankie Ann Stonecipher Pruitt.
Charlotte was formerly employed as a machine operator, a CNA, and a hairdresser. She mostly enjoyed being a homemaker and tending to the needs of her...
Donald "Donnie" Wesley Hicks
Apr 2, 2026
Donald Wesley ‘Donnie’ Hicks, age 75, of Marion passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Autumn Care of Marion.
Born on February 23, 1951 in Aberdeen Washington, he was the son of the late Acil Lee Hicks and Daisy Hamm Hildebrand. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Danny Royal Hicks.
Donnie was retired from Haldex...
Lillian Cordelia Brown Harris
Apr 1, 2026
Lillian Cordelia Brown Harris, 92, of Old Fort, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
She was born in Buncombe County on January 7, 1934 to the late Sewell Brown and Eunice Davis Brown.
Lillian retired from Baxter Healthcare following many years of dedicated service. She was a longtime, faithful member of Living Waters Tabernacle Church. Known for the...
Marjorie Ann Lowe Smith
Mar 31, 2026
Marjorie Ann Lowe Smith, age 97, passed away at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Margie was preceded in death by her husband, James Smith, her children, Bobby Brackett and Donna Thien; and a granddaughter, Christina Brackett.
She is survived by her son-in-law, Duane Thien; two sisters, Edna Tipton and Mary "Marilyn" Penland; four grandchildren, Michael Brackett (Amanda),...
Cynthia Johnson Glenn
Mar 30, 2026
Cynthia Johnson Glenn, 68, of Marion, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
Cynthia was born on January 27, 1958 to the late Wilford Lee Johnson and Joan King Johnson as they both served in the military in Boston, Massachusetts.
She worked for many years as a nurse. This was not just a job, but it was her...
Cayden Jay McKinney
Mar 29, 2026
Cayden Jay McKinney, age 15, of Marion, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Mission McDowell Hospital.
Cayden was born in Asheville, NC, on August 5, 2010, to Kearstan Frady. He was a 10th grade student at McDowell High School and was known for his great sense of humor. He enjoyed playing his PS5 and loved being...
Rick Ledford
Mar 29, 2026
Rick Ledford, age 68, of Biggerstaff Drive in Nebo, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foot Hills in Forest City.
Born on November 10, 1957 in Oliver Springs, TN, he was the son of the late Ted Lee Ledford and the late Sandra Faye Stringer Ledford.
Rick was retired from Marion Tire. He loved all of his...