Obituaries
Linda Ann Rapan Smith
Nov 5, 2024
Late in the evening of Tuesday, November 5, 2024, Linda Ann Rapan Gee Smith, 72, of Black Mountain passed away at Memorial Mission in Asheville.
Linda was born in Wellsville, New York on November 10, 1951 to Raymond Rapan and Ella K. Walsh who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her daughter-in-law Tina Gee.
After twenty-six years...
Laura Dolores Burgos
Nov 5, 2024
Laura Dolores Burgos, 80, of Rutherfordton, passed away at Mission McDowell on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Laura was born on December 07, 1943 in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico to Jose Luis Burgos and Herminia Berrios who preceded her in death.
Laura worked for Eastern Airlines as a stewardess which fit her outgoing personality perfectly. She always enjoyed helping others which meant a...
Robert Lawrence McKinney, Jr.
Nov 4, 2024
Robert Lawrence McKinney, Jr., 75, of Marion passed away at UNC Medical Center Chapel Hill on Monday, November 4, 2024.
Robert was born in McDowell County on February 13, 1949 to Robert Lawrence McKinney, Sr. and Estelle Pyatt Allman who preceded him in death.
Robert loved his Lord and Savior and was a dedicated member of New Manna Baptist Church. He enjoyed...
Gene Washington Morgan
Nov 4, 2024
Gene Washington Morgan, 89, of Marion, passed from this life on Monday, November 4, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born on March 26, 1935 in McDowell County to the late Fleming and Elizabeth Mostiller Morgan. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Ilene Haney Morgan; second wife, Joyce Norville; son, Michael Albert Morgan; five sisters;...
Kelly Trent Styles, Sr.
Nov 4, 2024
Kelly Trent Styles, Sr., 54, of Nebo, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024, at his residence.
Kelly was born in McDowell County, NC, on July 2, 1970, to the late Grace Bartlett and Frank Styles. He was married to his wife of 35 years, Elaine Gallion Styles and was a member of Glenwood Independent Baptist Church. He loved to work on...
Darlene Marie Davidson Williams
Nov 3, 2024
Darlene Marie Davidson Williams of Marion passed away at her residence at the age of 60 on Sunday, November 3, 2024.
Darlene was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 10, 1964 to Roy Gilbert Davidson and Grace Bartlett Bright. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Kelly Styles and Dennis Bartlett.
She attended Glenwood Independent Baptist Church. Darlene was faithful...
Randall S. Day
Nov 2, 2024
Randall S. Day, of Morganton, passed away peacefully November 2nd at AMOREM Hospice House in Valdese, NC. Randall “Randy” loved his dog (a rescue) named Gerald. He also loved fishing, video games, NASCAR, and football (Commanders).
Randy was preceded in death by his father: Ottie Watson of Georgetown, SC; his mother: Essie Day Ayers of Georgetown, SC; and a nephew, Thomas...
Randy Allen Gallion
Nov 2, 2024
Randy Allen Gallion, aged 63, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024, peacefully at home and surrounded by his family in Marion, NC. Randy was born in Marion to Roger and Katherine Gallion, and was the brother to Doug (Tony) Gallion. He married his wife of 30 years, Kelly Gedroic Gallion, in 1994, and together they had three children.
Randy worked...
Ted Roger Elliott
Oct 31, 2024
On the morning of Thursday, October 31, 2024, Ted Roger Elliott, 89, passed away at Autumn Care of Marion.
He was born in McDowell County on November 22, 1934 to the late Paul and Odell Elliott. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Mary Elizabeth Morgan Elliott; sister, Mildred “Tootie” Elliott Ledbetter; and a grandson, Andrew...
Kathy Lynn Boufford
Oct 29, 2024
Kathy Lynn Boufford, 67, of Morganton, went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at her residence.
Kathy was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 3, 1957, to the late John Roland and Kitty Marie Robertson Roland. She was married to her husband of 43 years, Phillip Boufford. Prior to moving to North Carolina, Kathy lived in Tuttle,...
Olene S DeProspero
Oct 28, 2024
Olene S. DeProspero, age 84, loving mother, grandmother and sister, completed her earthly baptismal journey on October 28, 2024 in Mars, PA. As she peacefully moved from this life to the next, she was at home and surrounded by her family.
Born in Cane Creek, North Carolina on June 28, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Bob and Gladys...
Robert Glenn Fender
Oct 28, 2024
Robert Glenn Fender, 54, of Marion, departed this life on Monday, October 28, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born November 19, 1969 in Dalton, Georgia to Carolyn Howell Fender and the late Buddie Robert Fender.
Rob’s service in the United States Navy aboard the USS Brewton during Desert Storm showcased his dedication and strength. This chapter of his life...
Angelina Fincher Esmaili
Oct 28, 2024
Angelina Fincher Esmaili gained her angel wings on October 28, 2024 after a long battle with late stage Parkinsons disease.
Angelina, born June 23, 1944 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina to the late Furman Fincher and Dorothy Evelyn Wells Fincher. She was one of 12 siblings.
Angelina was a spitfire of a woman. Never giving up without a fight. Although her demeanor...
Michael Leroy Stamey
Oct 27, 2024
Michael Leroy Stamey, 64, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024.
He was born in Marion on August 31, 1960 to the late Robert Ellis Stamey and Maggie Lou Mason Stamey. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Harold Eugene Stamey. Mike was an excellent carpenter and was the former owner of Stamey’s Wood Floor and Finishing in Morganton. He...
Rev. Michael Dean Zullo
Oct 27, 2024
Rev. Michael Dean Zullo, born on August 20, 1951, in McDowell County, passed away peacefully on October 27 2024, at the WNC State Veterans Home. He was a devoted husband to the late Debra Minnish Zullo, and together they shared a life filled with love and faith.
Rev. Zullo dedicated sixteen years of his life as the pastor of Amazing Grace...
Linda Crisson Haynes
Oct 26, 2024
Linda Crisson Haynes, age 80, of the Turkey Cove Community, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 26th surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in McDowell County on February 17, 1944 to the late Price and Mayme Hollifield Crisson. She was preceded in death by her infant twin brothers Ronald and Donald Crisson; brother, Price Wesley Crisson Jr.;...
Leona Wilson Fender
Oct 26, 2024
Leona Wilson Fender was a beloved wife, mother, and a longtime resident of Nebo. She passed away peacefully in the arms of her daughter Revonda Ramseur and son-in-law Robert on the morning of October 26, 2024 at Carolina Caring- Sherrills Ford Hospice House. Leona was born June 2, 1938 in McDowell County to the late Mack Wilson, II and Martha...
Terry Dale Haney
Oct 26, 2024
Terry Dale Haney, age 53, born on September 19, 1971, in McDowell County, peacefully passed away on October 26, 2024 at UNC Health Care in Morganton. He was a cherished husband, brother, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew him.
Terry took great pride in his work, over twenty years to Cintas in Asheville, where...
Carl Jerry McNeely, Sr.
Oct 26, 2024
Carl “Jerry” McNeely, Sr. passed away peacefully in Hospice care on October 26, 2024. He was born in Hickory, NC, son of Carl and Bertie McNeely. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter Tracie McNeely Perkins, his son in law Tommy Perkins, and his brother Lanny McNeely.
Jerry was a member of Greenlee Baptist Church....
Grace Bernice Bright
Oct 24, 2024
Grace Bernice Bright, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, this life on October 24, 2024, at Memorial Mission Hospital. Born on July 5, 1942, in McDowell County, Grace lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. Grace is remembered as a nurturing presence in the lives of her family. She is survived by her daughters Susan Howard...
Linda Ann Rapan Smith
Nov 5, 2024
Late in the evening of Tuesday, November 5, 2024, Linda Ann Rapan Gee Smith, 72, of Black Mountain passed away at Memorial Mission in Asheville.
Linda was born in Wellsville, New York on November 10, 1951 to Raymond Rapan and Ella K. Walsh who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her daughter-in-law Tina Gee.
After twenty-six years...
Laura Dolores Burgos
Nov 5, 2024
Laura Dolores Burgos, 80, of Rutherfordton, passed away at Mission McDowell on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Laura was born on December 07, 1943 in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico to Jose Luis Burgos and Herminia Berrios who preceded her in death.
Laura worked for Eastern Airlines as a stewardess which fit her outgoing personality perfectly. She always enjoyed helping others which meant a...
Robert Lawrence McKinney, Jr.
Nov 4, 2024
Robert Lawrence McKinney, Jr., 75, of Marion passed away at UNC Medical Center Chapel Hill on Monday, November 4, 2024.
Robert was born in McDowell County on February 13, 1949 to Robert Lawrence McKinney, Sr. and Estelle Pyatt Allman who preceded him in death.
Robert loved his Lord and Savior and was a dedicated member of New Manna Baptist Church. He enjoyed...
Gene Washington Morgan
Nov 4, 2024
Gene Washington Morgan, 89, of Marion, passed from this life on Monday, November 4, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born on March 26, 1935 in McDowell County to the late Fleming and Elizabeth Mostiller Morgan. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Ilene Haney Morgan; second wife, Joyce Norville; son, Michael Albert Morgan; five sisters;...
Kelly Trent Styles, Sr.
Nov 4, 2024
Kelly Trent Styles, Sr., 54, of Nebo, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024, at his residence.
Kelly was born in McDowell County, NC, on July 2, 1970, to the late Grace Bartlett and Frank Styles. He was married to his wife of 35 years, Elaine Gallion Styles and was a member of Glenwood Independent Baptist Church. He loved to work on...
Darlene Marie Davidson Williams
Nov 3, 2024
Darlene Marie Davidson Williams of Marion passed away at her residence at the age of 60 on Sunday, November 3, 2024.
Darlene was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 10, 1964 to Roy Gilbert Davidson and Grace Bartlett Bright. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Kelly Styles and Dennis Bartlett.
She attended Glenwood Independent Baptist Church. Darlene was faithful...
Randall S. Day
Nov 2, 2024
Randall S. Day, of Morganton, passed away peacefully November 2nd at AMOREM Hospice House in Valdese, NC. Randall “Randy” loved his dog (a rescue) named Gerald. He also loved fishing, video games, NASCAR, and football (Commanders).
Randy was preceded in death by his father: Ottie Watson of Georgetown, SC; his mother: Essie Day Ayers of Georgetown, SC; and a nephew, Thomas...
Randy Allen Gallion
Nov 2, 2024
Randy Allen Gallion, aged 63, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024, peacefully at home and surrounded by his family in Marion, NC. Randy was born in Marion to Roger and Katherine Gallion, and was the brother to Doug (Tony) Gallion. He married his wife of 30 years, Kelly Gedroic Gallion, in 1994, and together they had three children.
Randy worked...
Ted Roger Elliott
Oct 31, 2024
On the morning of Thursday, October 31, 2024, Ted Roger Elliott, 89, passed away at Autumn Care of Marion.
He was born in McDowell County on November 22, 1934 to the late Paul and Odell Elliott. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Mary Elizabeth Morgan Elliott; sister, Mildred “Tootie” Elliott Ledbetter; and a grandson, Andrew...
Kathy Lynn Boufford
Oct 29, 2024
Kathy Lynn Boufford, 67, of Morganton, went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at her residence.
Kathy was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 3, 1957, to the late John Roland and Kitty Marie Robertson Roland. She was married to her husband of 43 years, Phillip Boufford. Prior to moving to North Carolina, Kathy lived in Tuttle,...
Olene S DeProspero
Oct 28, 2024
Olene S. DeProspero, age 84, loving mother, grandmother and sister, completed her earthly baptismal journey on October 28, 2024 in Mars, PA. As she peacefully moved from this life to the next, she was at home and surrounded by her family.
Born in Cane Creek, North Carolina on June 28, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Bob and Gladys...
Robert Glenn Fender
Oct 28, 2024
Robert Glenn Fender, 54, of Marion, departed this life on Monday, October 28, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born November 19, 1969 in Dalton, Georgia to Carolyn Howell Fender and the late Buddie Robert Fender.
Rob’s service in the United States Navy aboard the USS Brewton during Desert Storm showcased his dedication and strength. This chapter of his life...
Angelina Fincher Esmaili
Oct 28, 2024
Angelina Fincher Esmaili gained her angel wings on October 28, 2024 after a long battle with late stage Parkinsons disease.
Angelina, born June 23, 1944 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina to the late Furman Fincher and Dorothy Evelyn Wells Fincher. She was one of 12 siblings.
Angelina was a spitfire of a woman. Never giving up without a fight. Although her demeanor...
Michael Leroy Stamey
Oct 27, 2024
Michael Leroy Stamey, 64, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024.
He was born in Marion on August 31, 1960 to the late Robert Ellis Stamey and Maggie Lou Mason Stamey. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Harold Eugene Stamey. Mike was an excellent carpenter and was the former owner of Stamey’s Wood Floor and Finishing in Morganton. He...
Rev. Michael Dean Zullo
Oct 27, 2024
Rev. Michael Dean Zullo, born on August 20, 1951, in McDowell County, passed away peacefully on October 27 2024, at the WNC State Veterans Home. He was a devoted husband to the late Debra Minnish Zullo, and together they shared a life filled with love and faith.
Rev. Zullo dedicated sixteen years of his life as the pastor of Amazing Grace...
Linda Crisson Haynes
Oct 26, 2024
Linda Crisson Haynes, age 80, of the Turkey Cove Community, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 26th surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in McDowell County on February 17, 1944 to the late Price and Mayme Hollifield Crisson. She was preceded in death by her infant twin brothers Ronald and Donald Crisson; brother, Price Wesley Crisson Jr.;...
Leona Wilson Fender
Oct 26, 2024
Leona Wilson Fender was a beloved wife, mother, and a longtime resident of Nebo. She passed away peacefully in the arms of her daughter Revonda Ramseur and son-in-law Robert on the morning of October 26, 2024 at Carolina Caring- Sherrills Ford Hospice House. Leona was born June 2, 1938 in McDowell County to the late Mack Wilson, II and Martha...
Terry Dale Haney
Oct 26, 2024
Terry Dale Haney, age 53, born on September 19, 1971, in McDowell County, peacefully passed away on October 26, 2024 at UNC Health Care in Morganton. He was a cherished husband, brother, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew him.
Terry took great pride in his work, over twenty years to Cintas in Asheville, where...
Carl Jerry McNeely, Sr.
Oct 26, 2024
Carl “Jerry” McNeely, Sr. passed away peacefully in Hospice care on October 26, 2024. He was born in Hickory, NC, son of Carl and Bertie McNeely. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter Tracie McNeely Perkins, his son in law Tommy Perkins, and his brother Lanny McNeely.
Jerry was a member of Greenlee Baptist Church....
Grace Bernice Bright
Oct 24, 2024
Grace Bernice Bright, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, this life on October 24, 2024, at Memorial Mission Hospital. Born on July 5, 1942, in McDowell County, Grace lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. Grace is remembered as a nurturing presence in the lives of her family. She is survived by her daughters Susan Howard...
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