Obituaries
William "Bill" Alexander Griffith
Feb 27, 2017
In 1954, William “Bill” Griffith came to Marion, North Carolina, and one year later, he took over ownership of a downtown jewelry business, which became Bill Griffith Jewelry Store. Since 1955, it has been a mainstay in downtown Marion.
Mr. Griffith’s late wife, Charlotte, worked with him for 45 years, making sales, doing bookkeeping and handling...
Reverend Kenneth Ray Hall
Feb 27, 2017
Rev. Kenneth Ray Hall, age 87, of Marion, North Carolina passed away peacefully Monday, February 27, 2017 with his loving family by his side. He was born in McDowell County on April 19, 1929 to the late Reverend Jess and Fannie Thomas Hall.
Rev. Hall was preceded in death by his first wife Alva Maney Hall, step-son Jason...
George Gilford Anderson, Jr.
Feb 26, 2017
George Anderson, Jr., age 74, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at his residence.
A funeral service for Mr. Anderson will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Banner Elk Presbyterian Church with Pastor Feild Russell officiating. A reception will follow in the King Fellowship Hall.
Warren Gilmer Clark, Sr.
Feb 26, 2017
Warren Gilmer Clark, Sr, age 93, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017 at Memorial Campus of Asheville, North Carolina after a short illness. He was born February 18, 1924 in Scott County, Virginia, to the late Worley and Grace Bledsoe Clark.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by the love of his...
Buddy Sheehan
Feb 25, 2017
Buddy Sheehan, age 81, of Marion, while surrounded by his family, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2017 at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation in Nebo. Born in McDowell County, North Carolina on January 25, 1936, he was the son of the late Clarence and Nora Sheehan.
Buddy, being unable to...
Billy Poteat
Feb 23, 2017
Billy Poteat, age 57, of Oak Island, North Carolina and formerly of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at his home. A native of McDowell County, North Carolina, born September 08, 1959, he was the son of Shelby Greene of Marion and the late Johnny Poteat.
A loving son, husband, father, grandfather and brother;...
Linda Lou Smith
Feb 19, 2017
Linda Ward Smith, age 74, of Gloucester, Virginia passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017.
Mrs. Smith is preceded in death by two daughters, Rhonda and Debbie Smith.
She is survived by her three sons, Clinton Smith (Sherry), Billy Smith (DiAnn), and Michael Smith (Angela). Linda is also survived by one sister, Patricia Williams; twelve grandchildren, and seven...
James Ponder
Feb 19, 2017
James Ponder, age 86, of Southport formerly of Marion, North Carolina, passed away, Sunday February 19, 2017 at the Ocean Trail Health and Rehab Center.
In keeping with James wishes there will be no public services.
Rex Dwane Reel
Feb 18, 2017
Rex Dwane Reel, age 53, of Marion, North Carolina went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital in Asheville surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Reel was born April 23, 1963 in McDowell County to Roland Reel and the late Grace Reel.
Rex was a faithful member...
Donald Dean Randolph
Feb 18, 2017
Donald Dean Randolph of Marion, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the McDowell Hospital at the age of 61. The son of the late Kirby and Evelyn Duncan Randolph, he was born in McDowell County, North Carolina on June 06, 1955.
Donald, who was a self-employed construction worker, was known for the...
William Scott Stockton
Feb 17, 2017
William Scott Stockton, age 46, of Marion, North Carolina went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 17, 2017 with a smile on his face. He was born in McDowell County on April 19, 1970 to William Howard and Anna Smith Stockton.
Scotty was known to be an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. But...
Nancy Sansosti
Feb 15, 2017
Mrs. Nancy Sansosti, age 63, passed away, on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at the Brian Center Health & Rehabilitation in Spruce Pine, North Carolina.
In keeping with Nancy's wishes no public service will be held.
Meagan Leigh McClung
Feb 14, 2017
Meagan Leigh McClung, age 24, of Asheville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 14, 2017. A native of Chesapeake, Virginia, born October 15, 1992, she was the daughter of John McClung and Bonita Irwin.
A loving mother, daughter and sister, Meagan was a talented artist who enjoyed all types of artwork.
She is survived by her parents,...
Whitney L. Allison
Feb 11, 2017
Miss Whitney L. Allison, age 29, of Old Fort, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at the McDowell Hospital following a brief illness. A native and lifelong resident of McDowell County, North Carolina, born on October 14, 1987, she was the daughter of Elton Allison and Sandie Elliott Allison of Old Fort.
A loving daughter, mother, granddaughter,...
Sharon "Goob" Seagle
Feb 10, 2017
Sharon “Goob” Causby Seagle, age 52, of Nebo, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017 while spending time with her loved ones at one of her favorite vacation spots, Holden Beach, North Carolina. The daughter of Betty Causby Curtis of Nebo and the late Allen R. Causby, she was born in McDowell County, North Carolina on January 10,...
Roxie Pyatt
Feb 8, 2017
Roxie Hollifield Pyatt, age 82, loving wife, mother and grandmother, while surrounded by her loving family, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 08, 2017 while at Autumn Care of Marion. Born in Madison County, North Carolina on May 13, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Obe and Sallie Hensley Hollifield.
Roxie,...
Doyle Finley
Feb 7, 2017
Doyle Finley, age 71, of Nebo, passed away on Tuesday, February 07, 2017 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital in Asheville. The son of the late Garland and Pauline Morgan Finley, he was born in McDowell County, North Carolina on January 22, 1946.
A loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, Doyle was a proud charter member of the...
Joy Dodd
Feb 7, 2017
Mrs. Joy Dodd, age 89, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Autumn Care of Marion.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete but will be announced once finalized.
Stella Wilson
Feb 5, 2017
Stella Elkins Wilson, age 86, of Marion, passed away on Sunday, February 05, 2017 at Autumn Care of Marion. A native of McDowell County, North Carolina, born October 03, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Laranza and Connie Schism Elkins.
A wonderful and loving wife, mother and grandmother, Stella faithfully stood by her late husband, Charles...
Terri Lee Miller
Feb 5, 2017
Late on the evening of Sunday, February 05, 2017, surrounded by her family, Terri Lee McKinney Miller, peacefully went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as her faith became sight.
She was the oldest of three children born to Arthur and Allene McKinney, followed by brothers, Jeff of High Point and Mark of Marion. Married...
William "Bill" Alexander Griffith
Feb 27, 2017
In 1954, William “Bill” Griffith came to Marion, North Carolina, and one year later, he took over ownership of a downtown jewelry business, which became Bill Griffith Jewelry Store. Since 1955, it has been a mainstay in downtown Marion.
Mr. Griffith’s late wife, Charlotte, worked with him for 45 years, making sales, doing bookkeeping and handling...
Reverend Kenneth Ray Hall
Feb 27, 2017
Rev. Kenneth Ray Hall, age 87, of Marion, North Carolina passed away peacefully Monday, February 27, 2017 with his loving family by his side. He was born in McDowell County on April 19, 1929 to the late Reverend Jess and Fannie Thomas Hall.
Rev. Hall was preceded in death by his first wife Alva Maney Hall, step-son Jason...
George Gilford Anderson, Jr.
Feb 26, 2017
George Anderson, Jr., age 74, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at his residence.
A funeral service for Mr. Anderson will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Banner Elk Presbyterian Church with Pastor Feild Russell officiating. A reception will follow in the King Fellowship Hall.
Warren Gilmer Clark, Sr.
Feb 26, 2017
Warren Gilmer Clark, Sr, age 93, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017 at Memorial Campus of Asheville, North Carolina after a short illness. He was born February 18, 1924 in Scott County, Virginia, to the late Worley and Grace Bledsoe Clark.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by the love of his...
Buddy Sheehan
Feb 25, 2017
Buddy Sheehan, age 81, of Marion, while surrounded by his family, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2017 at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation in Nebo. Born in McDowell County, North Carolina on January 25, 1936, he was the son of the late Clarence and Nora Sheehan.
Buddy, being unable to...
Billy Poteat
Feb 23, 2017
Billy Poteat, age 57, of Oak Island, North Carolina and formerly of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at his home. A native of McDowell County, North Carolina, born September 08, 1959, he was the son of Shelby Greene of Marion and the late Johnny Poteat.
A loving son, husband, father, grandfather and brother;...
Linda Lou Smith
Feb 19, 2017
Linda Ward Smith, age 74, of Gloucester, Virginia passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017.
Mrs. Smith is preceded in death by two daughters, Rhonda and Debbie Smith.
She is survived by her three sons, Clinton Smith (Sherry), Billy Smith (DiAnn), and Michael Smith (Angela). Linda is also survived by one sister, Patricia Williams; twelve grandchildren, and seven...
James Ponder
Feb 19, 2017
James Ponder, age 86, of Southport formerly of Marion, North Carolina, passed away, Sunday February 19, 2017 at the Ocean Trail Health and Rehab Center.
In keeping with James wishes there will be no public services.
Rex Dwane Reel
Feb 18, 2017
Rex Dwane Reel, age 53, of Marion, North Carolina went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital in Asheville surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Reel was born April 23, 1963 in McDowell County to Roland Reel and the late Grace Reel.
Rex was a faithful member...
Donald Dean Randolph
Feb 18, 2017
Donald Dean Randolph of Marion, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the McDowell Hospital at the age of 61. The son of the late Kirby and Evelyn Duncan Randolph, he was born in McDowell County, North Carolina on June 06, 1955.
Donald, who was a self-employed construction worker, was known for the...
William Scott Stockton
Feb 17, 2017
William Scott Stockton, age 46, of Marion, North Carolina went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 17, 2017 with a smile on his face. He was born in McDowell County on April 19, 1970 to William Howard and Anna Smith Stockton.
Scotty was known to be an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. But...
Nancy Sansosti
Feb 15, 2017
Mrs. Nancy Sansosti, age 63, passed away, on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at the Brian Center Health & Rehabilitation in Spruce Pine, North Carolina.
In keeping with Nancy's wishes no public service will be held.
Meagan Leigh McClung
Feb 14, 2017
Meagan Leigh McClung, age 24, of Asheville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 14, 2017. A native of Chesapeake, Virginia, born October 15, 1992, she was the daughter of John McClung and Bonita Irwin.
A loving mother, daughter and sister, Meagan was a talented artist who enjoyed all types of artwork.
She is survived by her parents,...
Whitney L. Allison
Feb 11, 2017
Miss Whitney L. Allison, age 29, of Old Fort, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at the McDowell Hospital following a brief illness. A native and lifelong resident of McDowell County, North Carolina, born on October 14, 1987, she was the daughter of Elton Allison and Sandie Elliott Allison of Old Fort.
A loving daughter, mother, granddaughter,...
Sharon "Goob" Seagle
Feb 10, 2017
Sharon “Goob” Causby Seagle, age 52, of Nebo, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017 while spending time with her loved ones at one of her favorite vacation spots, Holden Beach, North Carolina. The daughter of Betty Causby Curtis of Nebo and the late Allen R. Causby, she was born in McDowell County, North Carolina on January 10,...
Roxie Pyatt
Feb 8, 2017
Roxie Hollifield Pyatt, age 82, loving wife, mother and grandmother, while surrounded by her loving family, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 08, 2017 while at Autumn Care of Marion. Born in Madison County, North Carolina on May 13, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Obe and Sallie Hensley Hollifield.
Roxie,...
Doyle Finley
Feb 7, 2017
Doyle Finley, age 71, of Nebo, passed away on Tuesday, February 07, 2017 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital in Asheville. The son of the late Garland and Pauline Morgan Finley, he was born in McDowell County, North Carolina on January 22, 1946.
A loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, Doyle was a proud charter member of the...
Joy Dodd
Feb 7, 2017
Mrs. Joy Dodd, age 89, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Autumn Care of Marion.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete but will be announced once finalized.
Stella Wilson
Feb 5, 2017
Stella Elkins Wilson, age 86, of Marion, passed away on Sunday, February 05, 2017 at Autumn Care of Marion. A native of McDowell County, North Carolina, born October 03, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Laranza and Connie Schism Elkins.
A wonderful and loving wife, mother and grandmother, Stella faithfully stood by her late husband, Charles...
Terri Lee Miller
Feb 5, 2017
Late on the evening of Sunday, February 05, 2017, surrounded by her family, Terri Lee McKinney Miller, peacefully went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as her faith became sight.
She was the oldest of three children born to Arthur and Allene McKinney, followed by brothers, Jeff of High Point and Mark of Marion. Married...
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