Tucker David Jones
Sep 30, 2025
Tucker David Jones, 34, of Durham, went to be with the Lord due to a sudden onset of a bacterial infection on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
He was born on August 13, 1991 in Mitchell County. Tucker enjoyed trivia and music, and he really enjoyed spending time with his friends. He was a talented mechanic who truly enjoyed working on cars....
Janice Mae Rumfelt Stevenson
Sep 30, 2025
Janice Mae Stevenson, 81, beloved mother, found healing and peace with her Heavenly Father on September 30, 2025 at Rose Hill Retirement Community.
She was born on June 13, 1944 (along with her twin sister, Jeanette) to Houston and Eursley Rhom Rumfelt. The twins were born in an East Marion mill house. There they lived as the youngest of 7 children....
Rev. Dr. James Raymond Whitfield
Sep 30, 2025
Rev. Dr. James Raymond Whitfield, age 79, of Marion, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on the morning of Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Gastonia, North Carolina on February 17, 1946 to the late Robert Broughton Whitfield and Lois Massey Whitfield.
Dr. Whitfield was a graduate of Fruitland Baptist...
Middleton Darnell Miles
Sep 29, 2025
Middleton Darnell Miles, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away on September 29, 2025, at Frye Hospital. He was born on November 17, 1961, in Wilmington, North Carolina.
He found joy in listening to country music, which often served as the backdrop to his cherished moments with family and friends. A cold Pepsi in hand and a warm smile on his face,...
Steve Lewis
Sep 29, 2025
Steve Lewis, 73, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, September 29, 2025 at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation.
He was born in Glen Springs, South Carolina on October 27, 1951 to the late John Stanley Lewis and Verda Marie Bailey Lewis.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Kathy, and a brother, Earl.
He is survived by...
Jack Clayton McGinnis
Sep 29, 2025
Jack Clayton McGinnis, 77, of Old Fort, passed away Monday, September 29, 2025.
Jack was born in Old Fort, NC on June 21, 1948, to the late Mary Owensby and Elmer McGinnis. He was married to the late Doris Hollifield McGinnis, his wife of 50 years, until her passing in 2022. Jack served his country proudly in...
Thomas Howard Stafford
Sep 26, 2025
Thomas Howard Stafford, born on June 26, 1951, in McDowell County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 26, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Thomas was known for his dedication to his work as the owner and operator of the Foothills Tile and Marble Company. His commitment to excellence in his craft was...
Mary Carol Foster
Sep 25, 2025
Mary Carol Boyd Foster, 81, of Marion, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
She was born February 13, 1944 in McDowell County to the late Perry Jonas Boyd and Pauline Beatrice Lowery Boyd. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Steven Keith Foster. She was formerly employed in retail sales and was a loving...
Betty Jean Hunt
Sep 25, 2025
Betty Jean Hunt, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 25, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on April 16, 1932, in Spartanburg , South Carolina, Betty lived a life characterized by her generous spirit and dedication to those she loved.
After a career at Baxter Health Care, Betty retired, cherishing...
Douglas S. Gravett
Sep 24, 2025
Douglas S. Gravett, 79, of Marion, passed away at home on the morning of Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
He was born in Spruce Pine on October 3, 1945 to the late Douglas and Mittie Hensley Gravett.
An avid outdoorsman, Doug loved turkey hunting and walleye fishing. He was employed for many years at Air Preheater as a welder. Doug, who was a...
Kim Dawn Tucker
Sep 23, 2025
Kim Dawn Thomas Tucker, 38, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
She was born in McDowell County on February 10, 1987 to Ricky Allen Thomas, Sr. and the late Lori Jean Thomas Lowe. A loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, Kim loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed baking and drawing. She...
Pamela Randolph Parker
Sep 23, 2025
Pamela Randolph Parker, 72, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville after a brief illness.
Pam was born in McDowell County on August 28, 1953 to the late Sam Denver Randolph and Ann Harris Randolph.
Pam owned and operated the first full-service salon and spa in McDowell County. She was later employed by Tom Johnson’s Camping...
Van Ray McKinney
Sep 22, 2025
Van Ray McKinney, age 67, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2025, at his home.
Van was born on February 5, 1958, in Mitchell County to the late Ray Dover McKinney and Vonceil Juanita Hughes McKinney.
Van spent over 40 years as a radio broadcaster with WBRM 1250, where his voice became a familiar and comforting presence to many. He was...
John Paul Norton, Jr.
Sep 22, 2025
John Paul Norton, Jr., 80, of Nebo, NC, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025, at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City.
John was born in Jackson County, NC, on November 6, 1944, to the late Teresa Parker and John Paul Norton, Sr. John served his country proudly in the United States Army. He was married...
Terry Andy Wilson
Sep 21, 2025
On the morning of Sunday, September 21, 2025, Terry Andy Wilson, 74, of Marion, passed away at Elevate Health & Rehabilitation.
A native of McDowell County, Terry was born on February 6, 1951 to the late Andy Wilson and Grace Ellen Wilson.
Terry, who was known for his great intelligence, received a scholarship to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel...
Bobby Joe Kincaid
Sep 21, 2025
Bobby Joe Kincaid, known to his friends as, “Stump,” passed away at his residence in Nebo, on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the age of 88.
Bobby was born in Sandstone, West Virginia on December 22, 1936, to the late Elsie and Layton Kincaid. He was married to the late Thelma Kincaid, his wife of more than...
Alma Alene Pate Shuford
Sep 20, 2025
Alma Alene Pate Shuford, 91, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at home with her family by her side.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Minnie McIntosh Pate; brothers, Bruce and Bronas Pate; sisters, Alice Pate and Lillian Hensley; and a granddaughter, Katie Noyes Jernigan.
She is survived by her husband,...
Charles Edward Goforth
Sep 20, 2025
Charles Edward Goforth, 80, of Marion, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025 at the CarePartners Hospice Solace Center after a brief illness.
He was born in Madison County on May 11, 1945 to the late Hubert Pinkney Goforth and Evia Adaline Walker Goforth.
Charles formerly worked as a bus driver for his family’s business. He was a veteran of the United States...
Matthew Eugene Bradley
Sep 19, 2025
Matthew Eugene Bradley, 54, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 19, 2025.
A native of Marion, Matthew was born March 19, 1971 to Grace “Laura” Reel Bradley and the late Donald Eugene Bradley.
Matthew was formerly employed in the furniture business, and he was also a talented mechanic. An avid fan of NASCAR, Matthew also enjoyed time spent riding his...
Jerry Mitchell Shipley
Sep 19, 2025
Jerry Mitchell Shipley, passed away at his residence on Friday, September 19, 2025. Born on February 3, 1946, in Buncombe County, Jerry exemplified a life characterized by hard work, dedication, and love for his family.
As a loving father and grandfather he leaves behind his daughters, Nicole Shipley (Antione) and Melissa Howard (Red). Jerry was also proud to be a brother...