Obituaries
Beulah Robinson Holland
May 22, 2025
Beulah Robinson Holland, 90, of Marion, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Autumn Care of Marion.
Beulah was born in Yancey County, NC on August 2, 1934, to the late Carl Wilson and Isabelle McPeters Wilson. She was married to the late Olis Robinson and was later married to Clarence Holland. Beulah attended Catawba Heights Baptist Church. She loved flowers...
Samuel Garland "Bo" Patton, II
May 22, 2025
Samuel Garland “Bo” Patton, II passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Mission Memorial Hospital in Asheville.
Bo was born in McDowell County, NC on January 25, 1954, to the late Samuel Garland Patton, Sr. and Ruby Mae Sumlin Patton. He was married to Rita Chadwell Patton. Bo was a classic car enthusiast and a hard worker who never met a...
Justin Morgan
May 22, 2025
Gary “Justin” Morgan, 42, of Marion, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City.
Justin was born in Burke County, NC on January 11, 1983, to Jeri E. Morrow and the late Gary Lee Morgan. He was a lifelong member of Maranatha Baptist Church and never knew a stranger. Justin was a very devoted...
Steve Simmons
May 21, 2025
Ralph Stephen Simmons, known to family and friends as “Steve”, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at, at Stone Creek Health & Rehabilitation in Asheville. He was under the care of Four Seasons Hospice and CCLD of Swannanoa, NC. His oncology team at Messino Cancer Center, Dr Andrew Beardsley, and his wonderful staff, our...
Glenda Faye Ambrose Dalton
May 19, 2025
Glenda Faye Ambrose Dalton, 69, of Nebo, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at UNC Blue Ridge in Morganton.
She was born in Sylvester, Georgia on November 9, 1955 to the late Curtis Ambrose and Velver Wiley Ambrose.
Glenda retired from Ingles and was a beloved member of Grace Baptist Church. Throughout her life, she embodied the spirit of kindness and generosity....
Reba Mae Lail Holmes
May 18, 2025
Reba Mae Lail Holmes, 96, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on the evening of Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Mountain Ridge Health & Rehabilitation.
She was born in Maiden, North Carolina on November 30, 1928 to the late Eck Lail and Maggie Viola Bell Lail.
Reba was a hard worker, and she held a career at Baxter Healthcare that...
Thelma Marie Stamey Williams
May 18, 2025
Thelma Marie Stamey Williams, 88, of Marion, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
A native of Avery County, she was born May 2, 1937 to the late Floyd and Linnie Mace Stamey.
Marie was a loving mother who took great care of her family. She enjoyed frequent phone conversations with each member of her family to make...
Paul Edward Smith, Jr.
May 13, 2025
Paul Edward Smith, Jr., 71, of Black Mountain, passed away at the Solace Center in Asheville on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Paul was born in Buncombe County on October 22, 1953 to the late Paul Edward Smith and Joyce Ann Williams Smith. Paul is also preceded in death by his former spouse, Linda Ann Rapan Smith.
Paul enjoyed spending time rock...
Terrance Lashawn Anderson-Whiteside
May 13, 2025
Terrance Lashawn Anderson-Whiteside, 33, of Morganton, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025 in Old Fort.
He was born in Marion on December 23, 1991. Terrance was an avid sports fan who was a very talented football and basketball player himself. Terrance loved his family, especially his mama and grandma, and would do anything to help them. His most prized possession is...
Stetson Hensley Vess
May 12, 2025
Stetson Hensley Vess, infant son of David Jennings Vess, Jr. and Karlee Dalton Vess went home into the arms of Jesus on Monday, May 12, 2025. He was preceded in death by his brother Winston Louis Vess.
Along with his parents he is survived by his brother, Zolen Dexter Vess; paternal grandparents, David and Janet Vess; maternal grandfather, Todd Dalton; maternal...
James Aaron McIntosh
May 12, 2025
James Aaron McIntosh, 43, of Marion, passed away, unexpectedly, on Monday, May12, 2025.
James was born in Rutherford County, NC, on March 20, 1982, to Elmer Lee McIntosh and the late Marilyn Louise Perkins McIntosh. He attended Catawba Heights Baptist Church and was always known to help others in need. James enjoyed watching college sports and was very athletic in his...
Teresa Robin Jordan
May 11, 2025
Teresa Robin Jordan, age 64, of Marion, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at the CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville.
No services are planned at this time.
Joseph Tyler Whisnant
May 10, 2025
Joseph Tyler Whisnant, 32, of Morganton, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025.
A native of Burke County, he was born on April 5, 1993.
He is survived by his mother, Patricia C. Peters (Vernon); father, Luther Yates Whisnant, Jr.; brothers and sisters, Taylor Peters, Joey Whisnant, Vanity Kincaid (Kason), Vestiny McCall (Eric), and Matthew Ollis (Samantha); and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and...
Jeffrey Neil Davis
May 9, 2025
Jeffrey Neil Davis, a beloved member of his family and community, peacefully went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2025, at CarePartners Hospice Solace Center, leaving behind a legacy of love and service. Born on November 2, 1956, in McDowell County, Jeffrey lived a life dedicated to his family, faith, and community.
He was a loving husband to Peggy...
Robert Russell Coward, Jr.
May 9, 2025
Robert Russell Coward Jr. age 73, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025 at the CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville, North Carolina. He was born on June 28th, 1951, in Haywood County, North Carolina, to the late Robert and Margaret Coward.
Robert enjoyed farming and cooking. He also enjoyed being outdoors where he loved to play softball and go camping. Robert loved...
Sadie Louise Haney Woody
May 9, 2025
Sadie Louise Haney Woody, 81, of Marion, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025, at her residence.
Sadie was born in McDowell County, NC, on February 14, 1944, to the late John Sherman Haney and Minnie Maybelle Bradley Haney. She was married to the late Donald Lee Woody, who passed away in 2018. Sadie was a member of Rocky Pass Freewill Baptist...
Beverly Beryl Clement Woody
May 8, 2025
Beverly Beryl Clement Woody passed away at the home of her son, William, 20 days after losing her husband of 68 years.
Born in Bangor, Maine, she graduated from Higgins Academy in 1957.
She married James B. Woody of Marion in 1957 and lived in many parts of the world through family postings in the Air Force. They moved back to Marion...
Robin Lowery Clark
May 6, 2025
Robin Lowery Clark, 67, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at her residence.
She was born in Sellersville, Pennsylvania on March 29, 1958 to the late John Russell Lowery and Dorothy Renner Lowery.
Robin had a heart for animals and people. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, who played a big role in raising her grandchildren. She was the...
Jack Wesley Buchanan
May 6, 2025
Jack Wesley Buchanan, 53, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Karen Lynn Winters Greene
May 6, 2025
Karen Lynn Winters Greene, 78, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Smoky Ridge Health & Rehabilitation.
She was born in Mitchell County on March 13, 1947 to the late Frank Winters and Marjorie Hughes Winters.
Karen was a graduate of Pleasant Gardens High School and was formerly employed by Baxter Healthcare. She later owned her own cleaning business. She...
Beulah Robinson Holland
May 22, 2025
Beulah Robinson Holland, 90, of Marion, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Autumn Care of Marion.
Beulah was born in Yancey County, NC on August 2, 1934, to the late Carl Wilson and Isabelle McPeters Wilson. She was married to the late Olis Robinson and was later married to Clarence Holland. Beulah attended Catawba Heights Baptist Church. She loved flowers...
Samuel Garland "Bo" Patton, II
May 22, 2025
Samuel Garland “Bo” Patton, II passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Mission Memorial Hospital in Asheville.
Bo was born in McDowell County, NC on January 25, 1954, to the late Samuel Garland Patton, Sr. and Ruby Mae Sumlin Patton. He was married to Rita Chadwell Patton. Bo was a classic car enthusiast and a hard worker who never met a...
Justin Morgan
May 22, 2025
Gary “Justin” Morgan, 42, of Marion, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City.
Justin was born in Burke County, NC on January 11, 1983, to Jeri E. Morrow and the late Gary Lee Morgan. He was a lifelong member of Maranatha Baptist Church and never knew a stranger. Justin was a very devoted...
Steve Simmons
May 21, 2025
Ralph Stephen Simmons, known to family and friends as “Steve”, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at, at Stone Creek Health & Rehabilitation in Asheville. He was under the care of Four Seasons Hospice and CCLD of Swannanoa, NC. His oncology team at Messino Cancer Center, Dr Andrew Beardsley, and his wonderful staff, our...
Glenda Faye Ambrose Dalton
May 19, 2025
Glenda Faye Ambrose Dalton, 69, of Nebo, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at UNC Blue Ridge in Morganton.
She was born in Sylvester, Georgia on November 9, 1955 to the late Curtis Ambrose and Velver Wiley Ambrose.
Glenda retired from Ingles and was a beloved member of Grace Baptist Church. Throughout her life, she embodied the spirit of kindness and generosity....
Reba Mae Lail Holmes
May 18, 2025
Reba Mae Lail Holmes, 96, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on the evening of Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Mountain Ridge Health & Rehabilitation.
She was born in Maiden, North Carolina on November 30, 1928 to the late Eck Lail and Maggie Viola Bell Lail.
Reba was a hard worker, and she held a career at Baxter Healthcare that...
Thelma Marie Stamey Williams
May 18, 2025
Thelma Marie Stamey Williams, 88, of Marion, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
A native of Avery County, she was born May 2, 1937 to the late Floyd and Linnie Mace Stamey.
Marie was a loving mother who took great care of her family. She enjoyed frequent phone conversations with each member of her family to make...
Paul Edward Smith, Jr.
May 13, 2025
Paul Edward Smith, Jr., 71, of Black Mountain, passed away at the Solace Center in Asheville on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Paul was born in Buncombe County on October 22, 1953 to the late Paul Edward Smith and Joyce Ann Williams Smith. Paul is also preceded in death by his former spouse, Linda Ann Rapan Smith.
Paul enjoyed spending time rock...
Terrance Lashawn Anderson-Whiteside
May 13, 2025
Terrance Lashawn Anderson-Whiteside, 33, of Morganton, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025 in Old Fort.
He was born in Marion on December 23, 1991. Terrance was an avid sports fan who was a very talented football and basketball player himself. Terrance loved his family, especially his mama and grandma, and would do anything to help them. His most prized possession is...
Stetson Hensley Vess
May 12, 2025
Stetson Hensley Vess, infant son of David Jennings Vess, Jr. and Karlee Dalton Vess went home into the arms of Jesus on Monday, May 12, 2025. He was preceded in death by his brother Winston Louis Vess.
Along with his parents he is survived by his brother, Zolen Dexter Vess; paternal grandparents, David and Janet Vess; maternal grandfather, Todd Dalton; maternal...
James Aaron McIntosh
May 12, 2025
James Aaron McIntosh, 43, of Marion, passed away, unexpectedly, on Monday, May12, 2025.
James was born in Rutherford County, NC, on March 20, 1982, to Elmer Lee McIntosh and the late Marilyn Louise Perkins McIntosh. He attended Catawba Heights Baptist Church and was always known to help others in need. James enjoyed watching college sports and was very athletic in his...
Teresa Robin Jordan
May 11, 2025
Teresa Robin Jordan, age 64, of Marion, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at the CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville.
No services are planned at this time.
Joseph Tyler Whisnant
May 10, 2025
Joseph Tyler Whisnant, 32, of Morganton, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025.
A native of Burke County, he was born on April 5, 1993.
He is survived by his mother, Patricia C. Peters (Vernon); father, Luther Yates Whisnant, Jr.; brothers and sisters, Taylor Peters, Joey Whisnant, Vanity Kincaid (Kason), Vestiny McCall (Eric), and Matthew Ollis (Samantha); and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and...
Jeffrey Neil Davis
May 9, 2025
Jeffrey Neil Davis, a beloved member of his family and community, peacefully went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2025, at CarePartners Hospice Solace Center, leaving behind a legacy of love and service. Born on November 2, 1956, in McDowell County, Jeffrey lived a life dedicated to his family, faith, and community.
He was a loving husband to Peggy...
Robert Russell Coward, Jr.
May 9, 2025
Robert Russell Coward Jr. age 73, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025 at the CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville, North Carolina. He was born on June 28th, 1951, in Haywood County, North Carolina, to the late Robert and Margaret Coward.
Robert enjoyed farming and cooking. He also enjoyed being outdoors where he loved to play softball and go camping. Robert loved...
Sadie Louise Haney Woody
May 9, 2025
Sadie Louise Haney Woody, 81, of Marion, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025, at her residence.
Sadie was born in McDowell County, NC, on February 14, 1944, to the late John Sherman Haney and Minnie Maybelle Bradley Haney. She was married to the late Donald Lee Woody, who passed away in 2018. Sadie was a member of Rocky Pass Freewill Baptist...
Beverly Beryl Clement Woody
May 8, 2025
Beverly Beryl Clement Woody passed away at the home of her son, William, 20 days after losing her husband of 68 years.
Born in Bangor, Maine, she graduated from Higgins Academy in 1957.
She married James B. Woody of Marion in 1957 and lived in many parts of the world through family postings in the Air Force. They moved back to Marion...
Robin Lowery Clark
May 6, 2025
Robin Lowery Clark, 67, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at her residence.
She was born in Sellersville, Pennsylvania on March 29, 1958 to the late John Russell Lowery and Dorothy Renner Lowery.
Robin had a heart for animals and people. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, who played a big role in raising her grandchildren. She was the...
Jack Wesley Buchanan
May 6, 2025
Jack Wesley Buchanan, 53, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Karen Lynn Winters Greene
May 6, 2025
Karen Lynn Winters Greene, 78, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Smoky Ridge Health & Rehabilitation.
She was born in Mitchell County on March 13, 1947 to the late Frank Winters and Marjorie Hughes Winters.
Karen was a graduate of Pleasant Gardens High School and was formerly employed by Baxter Healthcare. She later owned her own cleaning business. She...
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