Millard Holland Sisk

Millard Holland Sisk, age 59, of Nebo, North Carolina, passed away on the night Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at his residence with his loving family by his side. A native of McDowell County, born April 9, 1958, he was the son of the late William Coyt and Dollie Ward Sisk.

Millard, who was a child of God, enjoyed gardening. He will be remembered for being a strong worker who was a good provider and leader of the family, he was known as their “rock”. Most of all, Millard loved spending time with his family and his grandkids.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Homer Sisk and William Sisk.

Left to cherish his memories are his lifelong partner of over 30 years, Teresa Hedrick; one son, Corey Sisk (Denise); four daughters, Pam Long (Christian), Carrie Mabe (John), Brittany Sisk and Tiffany Sisk (Adam); five siblings, Coylene Williams (Frank), Jessie Chatham, Gayle Washburn (Bill), Elaine Loftis and Lanada Milsaps. Millard is also survived by his twelve beloved grandchildren; two great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Beam Funeral Service with Pastor Seth Buchanan and Pastor Bruce Ward officiating. Interment will follow at Drucilla Independent Fundamental Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., prior to the service, at the funeral home.

Flowers are acceptable and appreciated. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Sisk’s memory are asked to consider, CarePartners Hospice & Palliative Care-McDowell, P.O. Box 25338, Asheville, North Carolina 28813 or by visiting www.carepartnersfoundation.org.