John Ray Waycaster

 John Ray Waycaster, 82, of Marion, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Valdese.

 John was born in Mitchell County, NC on April 14, 1942, to the late Raymond Waycaster and Faye Bradshaw Waycaster. John was a member of the Marion Moose Lodge and was an enthusiast of classic cars and anything mechanical. John was very kindhearted, generous, and dearly loved his dog, Dexter. He was a friend to many and will be greatly missed. 

 A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Monday, September 23, 2024, at the Chapel of Beam Funeral Service. Rev. T-Jay Addison will officiate. Burial will follow at Collis Cemetery in Little Switzerland. Receiving of friends will be from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., prior to the service, at the funeral home. 

 Memorial contributions bay be made to Amorem Hospice, 1721 Enon Rd, Valdese, NC 28690