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Helen Pearl Eller Allison

Jun 16, 2024

Helen Pearl Eller Allison, 97, of Old Fort, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 with her loving family by her side.

She was born in McDowell County on July 21, 1926 to the late Earl Edward Eller and Pearl Stepp Eller.

Helen was a longtime, faithful member of Ebenezer Christian Fellowship where she was a part of the Methodist Women’s Club and...

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Delores Ann Lavender Morgan

Jun 15, 2024

Delores Ann Lavender Morgan, 87, of Marion, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024 at her residence.

She was born in McDowell County on June 1, 1937 to the late Grady Ranz Lavender and Ruby Cleo Morgan Lavender.

Delores worked in textiles her whole life and retired from Galey and Lord following over 40 years of dedicated service. She was a talented seamstress...

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Barbara Ann Schichtel

Jun 15, 2024

Barbara Ann Schichtel, 72, of Nebo, passed away in the early hours of Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City.

Barbara was born in Lackawanna, NY on June 19, 1951 to the late Edward Kaprel and Virginia Witerski Kaprel.

Barbara was a member of Victory Temple Full Gospel Church where she was a very active member...

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Tonua Nadine (Davis) Tipton

Jun 14, 2024

Mrs. Tonua Nadine Davis Tipton, age 68, of Roan Mountain, TN passed away on June 14, 2024.

Arrangements will follow.

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Rae Julian

Jun 13, 2024

Rae Julian, beloved mother and friend, went to be with Christ peacefully at 4:40 am on Thursday, June 13th, 2024. She was 73 years old.

Rae's funeral service will be held at Southside Baptist Church in Concord, NC, at noon on Saturday, June 29th. The service will be followed by a fellowship meal, potluck style, where all are welcome to join...

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Mark David Foster

Jun 11, 2024

Mark David Foster, 61, of Statesville, passed away June 11, 2024.

He was born in McDowell County on July 24, 1962 to the late George J. Foster and Mildred "Iva" Mills. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and playing video games. He loved taking rides in the country and will be remembered as a fixer of all things.

He was preceded in death by...

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Claude Lee Webb

Jun 11, 2024

Claude Lee Webb, 90, of Nebo, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at his residence, after of period of declining health.

Claude was born in McDowell County, NC on December 27, 1933, to the late William James Webb and Nellie Mae Willis Webb. He served his country proudly in the United States Army. Claude was married to...

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Danny "DW" Wesley White II

Jun 10, 2024

Danny “DW” Wesley White II, 48, of Marion passed away tragically in a motorcycle accident in Davidson County on Monday, June 10, 2024.

DW was born in Charleston, SC on March 24, 1976. He loved his Lord and was a member of Community Baptist Church in Lexington, NC. DW had a passion for fitness and was the former owner of Club...

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Eleanor Greer Burleson

Jun 10, 2024

Eleanor Greer Burleson, 79, of Nathalie, Virginia and formerly of Marion, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024 at her home.

She was born in Ashe County on January 11, 1945 to the late Frank Greer and Docia Shelton Greer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Burleson; grandson, Johnny Michael Burleson; an infant granddaughter;...

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Dionna Shaneice Tate

Jun 8, 2024

Dionna Shaneice Tate, 34, of Spartanburg, SC, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024.

Dionna was born in McDowell County, NC on June 22, 1989 to the late Angela Marie Tate. She was a member of the Morganton Church of God of Prophecy. Dionna enjoyed singing and dancing, but most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her children. She will be...

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Jerry Joel Edwards, Sr.

Jun 4, 2024

Jerry Joel Edwards, Sr., 79, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at his home with his loving family by his side.

He was born in McDowell County on November 1, 1944 to the late Wesley Levi Edwards and Helen Frances Kelly Edwards. Jerry was an avid fan of the UNC Tarheels and the New York Yankees. He enjoyed taking...

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Jack Alexander Milton

Jun 1, 2024

Jack Alexander Milton of Black Mountain, NC passed away at his residence at the age of 97 on Saturday, June 1, 2024.

Jack was born on March 21, 1927 in Buncombe County to the late Howard Douglas Milton and Maude Angeline Gilbert Milton. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Reba Ellen Lewis Milton.

Surviving Jack are his three children,...

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Margie Harris Cox

Jun 1, 2024

Margie Harris Cox, born May 5, 1932, passed away on June 1, 2024, at the age of 92, following a brief and sudden illness at Mission Hospital.

Margie was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Cox of Marion; her parents, Frank and Flora Reel Harris of Marion; and her sister, Barbara Taylor (Pat) of Mt. Holly.

She is survived by her...

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Curtis Ray Landis

May 31, 2024

Curtis Ray Landis, 57, of Marion, passed away Friday, May 31, 2024 at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center.

Curtis was born in Yancey County on August 21, 1966 to the late Vera Grindstaff. He was also preceded in death by a grandmother, Flora Lee Grindstaff. He was a mechanic by trade and enjoyed working on cars, especially old ones. He was...

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Clifford Washington Conner

May 31, 2024

Clifford Washington Conner, 92, of Rutherfordton, passed away Friday, May 31, 2024 at the Laurels of Hendersonville.

A native of Rutherford County, Clifford was born December 5, 1931 to the late Edgar Beam Conner and Lillie Melinda Crawford Conner. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Jo Evelyn Williams Conner; and his siblings, Eva Smith, Nellie...

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Leonard Wayne Ingram

May 30, 2024

Leonard Wayne Ingram, 44, of Morganton, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

Leonard was born in Avery County on June 23, 1979 to the late Jace Ingram and the late Leona Estie McCellan Ingram.

Leonard was known as a good old country boy who loved nature. Fishing, hunting and gardening were some of his favorite pass times. He was a great...

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Walter Eugene Wall

May 29, 2024

Mr. Walter Eugene “Gene” Wall, age 62 of Marion, passed away, Wednesday May 29, 2024. A native of McDowell County, he was born on June 20, 1961 to the late Avery Dean Wall and Carolyn Christine Wall.

Gene loved the outdoors. He enjoyed RV camping, especially with the grandkids. He also enjoyed history, sci-fi and traveling across the country. Gene was...

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Dr. Robert Marshall Boggs

May 28, 2024

Dr. Robert “Doc” Marshall Boggs, 83, long-time resident of Marion, NC, passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of Tuesday, May 28, 2024.

Doc was preceded in death by his mother, Mitty Margaret Petree, and his father, Marshal Ray Boggs. He is survived by his beloved wife Lynn Cook Boggs of Marion, NC, daughter Brittney McKinley Boggs of Boone,...

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Doris Toney Poteat

May 26, 2024

Doris Toney Poteat, 94, of Marion, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Autumn Care of Marion.

Doris was born July 26, 1929 to the late William and Kate Crawley Toney. She was preceded in death by her stepmother, Ethel C. Toney; her husband, Glenn Poteat after 61 years of marriage; two sisters, Arminta Toney Hall and Margie Toney Gillenwater; and...

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Randy Stephen Parker

May 26, 2024

Randy Stephen Parker, age 59, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at UNC Health Blue Ridge.

Randy was born in Rutherford County on April 4, 1965 to the late Diane Lawing Parker and Delmer Manning Parker. Randy was a loving son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He enjoyed racing motor cross, go-karts, and is known for having a big heart.

In...

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