Obituaries
Tina Shelton
Apr 11, 2025
Tina Shelton, 57, of Marion, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at Mission Memorial Hospital in Asheville.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when finalized.
Doris Mae Horne
Apr 11, 2025
Doris Beasley Horne, 82, of Dunn, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 10, 1942, to the late Charles and Eva Beasley, Doris lived a life full of love, kindness, and devotion to those around her. She attended Lowell Church of God and retired from A&E after many years of...
Mike Williams
Apr 9, 2025
Mr. John Micheal “Mike” Williams age 82, of Marion, NC, passed away on Wednesday April 9, 2025 at his residence. He was the son of the late Thomas “Roy” Williams and Sarah Mae Proctor Williams. Mike was preceded in death by his wife Ruth Barlowe Williams and his son, Craig Williams.
Mike was the owner and operator of B&W Enterprises, a...
Charity Jule McCauley
Apr 8, 2025
On April 8th, 2025, Charity Jule “CJ” McCauley passed away suddenly in her home in Asheville, North Carolina. She was the baby of the family, born July 27th, 1992, in Morganton, North Carolina, to her parents Larry and the late Shaneah McCauley.
Charity was a beautiful woman with long, fiery red hair, cream-colored skin, emerald eyes, and a lithe, graceful stature....
Larry Joe Barnhart
Apr 8, 2025
Larry Joe Barnhart, 83, of Marion, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday morning, April 8, 2025 at Autumn Care of Drexel.
He was born on March 11, 1942 to the late Horace Barnhart and Mary Hunnicutt Barnhart.
Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, having served honorably from 1960 to 1964. He earned the rank of Airman First...
Christian Nathaniel Lee Roland
Apr 6, 2025
Christian Nathaniel Lee Roland, 19, of Marion, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025 in Lenoir.
He was born in Marion on June 7, 2005 to Sarah Lee Roland.
Christian was known for his remarkable sense of humor, often brightening the lives of those around him with his funny words and infectious laughter. His positive spirit was a gift, always managing to cast...
Timmie R. Hensley
Apr 6, 2025
Timmie R. Hensley, 78, of Marion graduated to Heaven on Sunday morning, April 6, 2025 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.
He was born in Asheville on December 2, 1946 to the late Talmadge McCall Hensley and Hazel Kathleen Radford Hensley.
For over 25 years, Tim worked tirelessly in the home building industry, and he was a longtime land developer. He possessed...
Dexter Cook
Apr 5, 2025
Dexter Cook, 60, of Marion, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born in Avery County on April 20, 1964 to the late Roy Cook and Bertie Hughes Cook. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Crystal Aldredge Cook, and a sister, Beatrice Anderson.
He dedicated much of his life to his career as...
Tracy Lynn Franklin
Apr 5, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and boundless love that we announce the passing of Tracy L. Franklin, 50, of Williamsburg, Virginia. She passed peacefully in her sleep. Tracy was a loving mother, devoted daughter, cherished sister, and loyal friend. Her radiant spirit, infectious laughter, and unwavering kindness touched the hearts of all who knew her. She carried herself with strength,...
Brother Jun Rodrigo, Jr.
Apr 5, 2025
Brother Jun Rodrigo, Jr., 62, of Casar, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at his residence.
A native of the Philippines, Jun was born March 4, 1963 to Luzvminda Victorino Rodrigo and the late Demetrio Mogue Rodrigo.
Bro. Jun began his ministry in the Philippines in 1985, and later came to the United States in...
Barbara Jean Stott Harris
Apr 4, 2025
Barbara Jean Stott Harris, 92, of the Montford Cove Community, passed away Friday, April 4, 2025 at Oak Grove Healthcare Center.
She was born in Rutherford County on July 20, 1932 to the late Miles Stott and Inez Minish Stott.
Mrs. Harris was a longtime, faithful member of Montford Cove Baptist Church where she formerly served as a Sunday School teacher. She...
Marsha Ann Ledford Bartlett
Apr 4, 2025
We mourn the loss of a beautiful light, Marsha Ann Bartlett, who was wrapped in eternal peace onApril 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family members.
Born on May 18, 1949 the daughter of Lee and Mary Lee Grindstaff Ledford, Marsha was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Rita Ledford (Jim) Phillips, and her brother Richard (Barbara) Ledford. Those...
Bonnie Marie Morgan Robertson
Apr 3, 2025
Bonnie Marie Morgan Robertson, 71, of Marion, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
She was born in McDowell County on February 18, 1954 to the late Boyd Dotson Morgan and Florence Nelson Morgan.
Bonnie retired from Baxter Healthcare following 40 years of dedicated service. She was an accomplished baker and enjoyed doing that for her family and...
Nancy Ann Shell
Apr 2, 2025
Nancy Ann Siragusa Shell, 60, of Nebo, passed away, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation.
At this time, no services are scheduled.
Raymond Snelson
Mar 31, 2025
Raymond Snelson of Old Fort passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was born in Yancey County on November 13, 1948.
Raymond dedicated over thirty years of his career to the furniture business at Ethan Allen. Beyond his career, Raymond was a man of varied interests. He found joy in the simples pleasures of life, often spending his leisure times...
Raymond "Pete" Platt, II
Mar 31, 2025
Raymond “Pete” Platt, II, 62, of Old Fort, went to be with the Lord on Monday afternoon, March 31, 2025 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock.
He was born in Tampa, Florida on January 8, 1963 to the late Raymond Edward Platt and Amanda Evelyn O’Leary Platt. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Vickie White, and one...
Marie Turner Robinson
Mar 31, 2025
Marie Turner Robinson, age 91, of Newport News, Virginia, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025.
A native of Marion, she was born on February 11, 1934 to the late Olis Dillard Turner and Bessie Mae Farr Turner. Marie graduated from Appalachian State University and worked as a teacher for over forty years, mostly in the Newport News Public School System....
Darrell Dewayne Chapman II
Mar 29, 2025
Darrell Dewayne Chapman II, passed away on March 29, 2025, at his residence just one day shy of his 42nd birthday. Born on March 30, 1983, in Rutherford County, Darrell was known for his outgoing sense of humor, bringing laughter and joy to everyone around him.
Darrell had a passion for the great outdoors, where he found joy in hunting and...
Theresa Gonzark Queen
Mar 29, 2025
Theresa Gonzark Queen, a cherished matriarch and beloved member of her family, passed away on March 29, 2025, at the Smokey Ridge Health and Rehab. Born on June 30, 1927, in Ville-Sur-Tourbe, France, she was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her.
Theresa Queen, our beloved French Queen, was a woman of strength and courage, facing life’s...
Sharon Lee Thoma
Mar 29, 2025
Sharon Kerby Thoma, age 78, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Thoma Farm Drive, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born with a heart full of kindness and a smile that lit up every room, Sharon dedicated her life to caring for those around her. She was the beloved wife of Don Thoma Jr., with...
Tina Shelton
Apr 11, 2025
Tina Shelton, 57, of Marion, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at Mission Memorial Hospital in Asheville.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when finalized.
Doris Mae Horne
Apr 11, 2025
Doris Beasley Horne, 82, of Dunn, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 10, 1942, to the late Charles and Eva Beasley, Doris lived a life full of love, kindness, and devotion to those around her. She attended Lowell Church of God and retired from A&E after many years of...
Mike Williams
Apr 9, 2025
Mr. John Micheal “Mike” Williams age 82, of Marion, NC, passed away on Wednesday April 9, 2025 at his residence. He was the son of the late Thomas “Roy” Williams and Sarah Mae Proctor Williams. Mike was preceded in death by his wife Ruth Barlowe Williams and his son, Craig Williams.
Mike was the owner and operator of B&W Enterprises, a...
Charity Jule McCauley
Apr 8, 2025
On April 8th, 2025, Charity Jule “CJ” McCauley passed away suddenly in her home in Asheville, North Carolina. She was the baby of the family, born July 27th, 1992, in Morganton, North Carolina, to her parents Larry and the late Shaneah McCauley.
Charity was a beautiful woman with long, fiery red hair, cream-colored skin, emerald eyes, and a lithe, graceful stature....
Larry Joe Barnhart
Apr 8, 2025
Larry Joe Barnhart, 83, of Marion, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday morning, April 8, 2025 at Autumn Care of Drexel.
He was born on March 11, 1942 to the late Horace Barnhart and Mary Hunnicutt Barnhart.
Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, having served honorably from 1960 to 1964. He earned the rank of Airman First...
Christian Nathaniel Lee Roland
Apr 6, 2025
Christian Nathaniel Lee Roland, 19, of Marion, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025 in Lenoir.
He was born in Marion on June 7, 2005 to Sarah Lee Roland.
Christian was known for his remarkable sense of humor, often brightening the lives of those around him with his funny words and infectious laughter. His positive spirit was a gift, always managing to cast...
Timmie R. Hensley
Apr 6, 2025
Timmie R. Hensley, 78, of Marion graduated to Heaven on Sunday morning, April 6, 2025 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.
He was born in Asheville on December 2, 1946 to the late Talmadge McCall Hensley and Hazel Kathleen Radford Hensley.
For over 25 years, Tim worked tirelessly in the home building industry, and he was a longtime land developer. He possessed...
Dexter Cook
Apr 5, 2025
Dexter Cook, 60, of Marion, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born in Avery County on April 20, 1964 to the late Roy Cook and Bertie Hughes Cook. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Crystal Aldredge Cook, and a sister, Beatrice Anderson.
He dedicated much of his life to his career as...
Tracy Lynn Franklin
Apr 5, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and boundless love that we announce the passing of Tracy L. Franklin, 50, of Williamsburg, Virginia. She passed peacefully in her sleep. Tracy was a loving mother, devoted daughter, cherished sister, and loyal friend. Her radiant spirit, infectious laughter, and unwavering kindness touched the hearts of all who knew her. She carried herself with strength,...
Brother Jun Rodrigo, Jr.
Apr 5, 2025
Brother Jun Rodrigo, Jr., 62, of Casar, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at his residence.
A native of the Philippines, Jun was born March 4, 1963 to Luzvminda Victorino Rodrigo and the late Demetrio Mogue Rodrigo.
Bro. Jun began his ministry in the Philippines in 1985, and later came to the United States in...
Barbara Jean Stott Harris
Apr 4, 2025
Barbara Jean Stott Harris, 92, of the Montford Cove Community, passed away Friday, April 4, 2025 at Oak Grove Healthcare Center.
She was born in Rutherford County on July 20, 1932 to the late Miles Stott and Inez Minish Stott.
Mrs. Harris was a longtime, faithful member of Montford Cove Baptist Church where she formerly served as a Sunday School teacher. She...
Marsha Ann Ledford Bartlett
Apr 4, 2025
We mourn the loss of a beautiful light, Marsha Ann Bartlett, who was wrapped in eternal peace onApril 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family members.
Born on May 18, 1949 the daughter of Lee and Mary Lee Grindstaff Ledford, Marsha was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Rita Ledford (Jim) Phillips, and her brother Richard (Barbara) Ledford. Those...
Bonnie Marie Morgan Robertson
Apr 3, 2025
Bonnie Marie Morgan Robertson, 71, of Marion, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
She was born in McDowell County on February 18, 1954 to the late Boyd Dotson Morgan and Florence Nelson Morgan.
Bonnie retired from Baxter Healthcare following 40 years of dedicated service. She was an accomplished baker and enjoyed doing that for her family and...
Nancy Ann Shell
Apr 2, 2025
Nancy Ann Siragusa Shell, 60, of Nebo, passed away, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation.
At this time, no services are scheduled.
Raymond Snelson
Mar 31, 2025
Raymond Snelson of Old Fort passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was born in Yancey County on November 13, 1948.
Raymond dedicated over thirty years of his career to the furniture business at Ethan Allen. Beyond his career, Raymond was a man of varied interests. He found joy in the simples pleasures of life, often spending his leisure times...
Raymond "Pete" Platt, II
Mar 31, 2025
Raymond “Pete” Platt, II, 62, of Old Fort, went to be with the Lord on Monday afternoon, March 31, 2025 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock.
He was born in Tampa, Florida on January 8, 1963 to the late Raymond Edward Platt and Amanda Evelyn O’Leary Platt. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Vickie White, and one...
Marie Turner Robinson
Mar 31, 2025
Marie Turner Robinson, age 91, of Newport News, Virginia, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025.
A native of Marion, she was born on February 11, 1934 to the late Olis Dillard Turner and Bessie Mae Farr Turner. Marie graduated from Appalachian State University and worked as a teacher for over forty years, mostly in the Newport News Public School System....
Darrell Dewayne Chapman II
Mar 29, 2025
Darrell Dewayne Chapman II, passed away on March 29, 2025, at his residence just one day shy of his 42nd birthday. Born on March 30, 1983, in Rutherford County, Darrell was known for his outgoing sense of humor, bringing laughter and joy to everyone around him.
Darrell had a passion for the great outdoors, where he found joy in hunting and...
Theresa Gonzark Queen
Mar 29, 2025
Theresa Gonzark Queen, a cherished matriarch and beloved member of her family, passed away on March 29, 2025, at the Smokey Ridge Health and Rehab. Born on June 30, 1927, in Ville-Sur-Tourbe, France, she was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her.
Theresa Queen, our beloved French Queen, was a woman of strength and courage, facing life’s...
Sharon Lee Thoma
Mar 29, 2025
Sharon Kerby Thoma, age 78, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Thoma Farm Drive, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born with a heart full of kindness and a smile that lit up every room, Sharon dedicated her life to caring for those around her. She was the beloved wife of Don Thoma Jr., with...
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