Obituaries
Sarah Margaret Hollifield Odom
Jan 22, 2024
Sarah Margaret Hollifield Odom, 80, passed away Monday, January 22, 2024 at Deer Park Health and Rehabilitation.
She was born in McDowell County on May 1, 1943 to the late Weldon and Estelle Hollifield.
Sarah Margaret was a graduate of North Cove High School. She worked at Tainter’s Drug Store in Marion before moving to Mount Holly where she lived for many...
Deborah Jeanne Roberts
Jan 21, 2024
Deborah Jeanne Roberts, 61, of Rock Hill, South Carolina and formerly of Marion, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at her home.
She was born in Cleveland County North Carolina on June 16, 1962 to the Sally Gantt Roberts and the late David Roberts.
Deborah enjoyed the outdoors especially fishing and walking on the beach. She loved to...
Joni Gainey Swift
Jan 21, 2024
Joni Gainey Swift, 39, of Mt. City, TN, entered into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 21, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer.
Joni was born in Marion, NC to Olin and Sandra Gainey on June 11, 1984. A long time resident of Marion, she is remembered for the love and care she provided to others as...
Ronald G. Penland
Jan 21, 2024
Ronald G. Penland, 72, of Old Fort, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024, at the John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center in Asheville.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Margaret Howell Truett
Jan 20, 2024
Margaret Howell Truett, 86, of Nebo, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Mission McDowell Hospital in Marion.
Margaret was born in Clevland County, NC, on September 21, 1937, to the late Roosevelt Howell and Alice Beaver Howell. She was married to the late Bob Truett and was a member of Bethel Free Will Baptist Church. Margaret...
Arlie Paul Cooper, Jr.
Jan 19, 2024
Arlie Paul Cooper, Jr., 75, of Union Mills, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, at Rutherford Hospital.
Arlie was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on September 10, 1948 to the late Arlie Paul Cooper, Sr. and Celest Katherine Willy Cooper. He was married to Dorothy Cooper, who also preceded him in death. Arlie proudly served his country in...
Mary Florence Preston Lamonds
Jan 19, 2024
Mary Florence Preston Lamonds, 64, of Marion, NC, formerly of Sanford, NC, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, at her residence. Mary was born in Lee County, NC to the late Wade W. Preston and Myrtle Burns Preston. She was a member of Flat Springs Baptist Church and attended Deep River School. Mary enjoyed going to yard sales and loved...
Donald Edward Elliott
Jan 19, 2024
Donald Edward Elliott, 40, of Morganton, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, as a result of a tragic auto accident.
Donald was born in McDowell County, NC, on June 30, 1983, to the late Michael Elliott and Donna McMahan Jamerson. Donald loved being outdoors. He especially loved to hunt and fish. He was a hard worker and...
Linda Ann Presnell
Jan 19, 2024
Linda Haynes Presnell, our precious mother and grandmother, born 1-20-1943 past into the loving arms of her Savior Friday, January 19, 2024, on the day before her 81st birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband Norman ”Bud” Presnell. Her parents Guy and Evelyn Haynes, sister Jean Woosley, and brother Thurston Haynes.
She is survived by her daughters Norma “Jeannie”...
Julie Buckner Buchanan
Jan 17, 2024
Julie Maria Buckner Buchanan, 46, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at the Solace Center in Asheville.
Julie was born in Burke County, NC on February 11, 1977, to Judy Moore Buckner and the late Sam Buckner. She was married to Michael Kristin Buchanan. Julie was very fond of the outdoors. She was a beloved and...
Peggy Lee Slagle
Jan 16, 2024
Mrs. Peggy Fitzgerald Slagle, age 66 of Marion, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. She was born in Rockbridge County VA on August 14, 1956 and is the daughter of the late Hansford Fitzgerald and Ruth Camden.
Peggy was a devoted mother. Her family was her world and will be missed by all that know her.
She is survived by her...
Rev. Charles Duyck
Jan 15, 2024
Rev. Charles Duyck, 89, of Old Fort, went to be with the Lord on Monday evening, January 15, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born in Buncombe County on June 18, 1934 to the late Lattie Duyck and Enoch Harwood Duyck. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Duyck; grandson, Tyler Duyck; and...
Charlotte Poteat Hughes
Jan 15, 2024
Charlotte Poteat Hughes, 84, of Marion, passed away Monday, January 15, 2024 at Autumn Care of Marion.
A native of McDowell County, Charlotte was born September 18, 1939 to the late Clarence Poteat and Alice Lewis Poteat.
Charlotte was a member of First Baptist Church of Marion. She enjoyed being a part of the McDowell Dance Club and will be remembered as...
Steven Carver Clark
Jan 15, 2024
Steven Carver Clark, 64, of Marion, departed this life on Monday, January 15, 2024 at his home with his family by his side.
He was born on August 3, 1959 to the late Hoyle Alexander Clark and Jo Irene Swofford Clark.
Steven was a graduate of North Cove High School and North Carolina State University. He was...
Terrance Arthur "Buggy" Kincaid, Jr.
Jan 14, 2024
Terrance Arthur “Buggy” Kincaid, Jr., 33, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Mission Hospital McDowell.
He was born February 23, 1990 to Vondia Lazette Cash Ballenger and the late Terrance Arthur Kincaid, Sr.
Buggy attended McDowell High School from 2005 to 2007 and later graduated from Carolina Prep School in Charlotte. He...
Dan Brown
Jan 14, 2024
Robert Daniel “Dan” Brown, 74, of Marion, NC, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024, at The Greens at Spruce Pine.
Dan was born in Marion, NC on April 5, 1949, to the late Clara Chapman and Graham Pendergrass. He was a conductor with CSX railroad, with whom he retired, after more than 40 years of...
Bernice Irene Gosnell Moore
Jan 11, 2024
Bernice Irene Gosnell Moore, 92, of Old Fort, peacefully departed this life on Thursday evening, January 11, 2024 at her home with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Buncombe County on September 9, 1931 to the late Roy Burns Gosnell and Mary Lou Propst Gosnell. She was also preceded in death by, Dolly Willett.
...
Danny Lee Grindstaff
Jan 10, 2024
Danny Lee Grindstaff, 75, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
A native of Yancey County, he was born December 1, 1948 to the late Lonus Herman Grindstaff and Edna Leona Huskins Grindstaff. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Harold Grindstaff.
Danny was a faithful member of Remnant Free Will Baptist Church. His...
Irene Worley Brown
Jan 10, 2024
Irene Worley Brown of Black Mountain, NC passed away January 10, 2024 at the age of 80, with her daughter by her side holding her hand, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. A native of Black Mountain, Irene was born August 29, 1943 to the late Lester Worley and Jeannie Harwood Worley.
Irene worked at Kearfott Guidance and Navigation...
Clyde Henry Eck, Sr.
Jan 9, 2024
Clyde Henry Eck Sr., age 83, devoted father and Papaw, made that wonderful cross over into Heaven on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at his home in the Crooked Creek community of Old Fort, North Carolina.
Born on May 8, 1940, in Coeymans, New York, to Harold and Helen Eck, Clyde grew up on his parents' farm in Ravena, developing...
Sarah Margaret Hollifield Odom
Jan 22, 2024
Sarah Margaret Hollifield Odom, 80, passed away Monday, January 22, 2024 at Deer Park Health and Rehabilitation.
She was born in McDowell County on May 1, 1943 to the late Weldon and Estelle Hollifield.
Sarah Margaret was a graduate of North Cove High School. She worked at Tainter’s Drug Store in Marion before moving to Mount Holly where she lived for many...
Deborah Jeanne Roberts
Jan 21, 2024
Deborah Jeanne Roberts, 61, of Rock Hill, South Carolina and formerly of Marion, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at her home.
She was born in Cleveland County North Carolina on June 16, 1962 to the Sally Gantt Roberts and the late David Roberts.
Deborah enjoyed the outdoors especially fishing and walking on the beach. She loved to...
Joni Gainey Swift
Jan 21, 2024
Joni Gainey Swift, 39, of Mt. City, TN, entered into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 21, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer.
Joni was born in Marion, NC to Olin and Sandra Gainey on June 11, 1984. A long time resident of Marion, she is remembered for the love and care she provided to others as...
Ronald G. Penland
Jan 21, 2024
Ronald G. Penland, 72, of Old Fort, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024, at the John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center in Asheville.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Margaret Howell Truett
Jan 20, 2024
Margaret Howell Truett, 86, of Nebo, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Mission McDowell Hospital in Marion.
Margaret was born in Clevland County, NC, on September 21, 1937, to the late Roosevelt Howell and Alice Beaver Howell. She was married to the late Bob Truett and was a member of Bethel Free Will Baptist Church. Margaret...
Arlie Paul Cooper, Jr.
Jan 19, 2024
Arlie Paul Cooper, Jr., 75, of Union Mills, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, at Rutherford Hospital.
Arlie was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on September 10, 1948 to the late Arlie Paul Cooper, Sr. and Celest Katherine Willy Cooper. He was married to Dorothy Cooper, who also preceded him in death. Arlie proudly served his country in...
Mary Florence Preston Lamonds
Jan 19, 2024
Mary Florence Preston Lamonds, 64, of Marion, NC, formerly of Sanford, NC, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, at her residence. Mary was born in Lee County, NC to the late Wade W. Preston and Myrtle Burns Preston. She was a member of Flat Springs Baptist Church and attended Deep River School. Mary enjoyed going to yard sales and loved...
Donald Edward Elliott
Jan 19, 2024
Donald Edward Elliott, 40, of Morganton, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, as a result of a tragic auto accident.
Donald was born in McDowell County, NC, on June 30, 1983, to the late Michael Elliott and Donna McMahan Jamerson. Donald loved being outdoors. He especially loved to hunt and fish. He was a hard worker and...
Linda Ann Presnell
Jan 19, 2024
Linda Haynes Presnell, our precious mother and grandmother, born 1-20-1943 past into the loving arms of her Savior Friday, January 19, 2024, on the day before her 81st birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband Norman ”Bud” Presnell. Her parents Guy and Evelyn Haynes, sister Jean Woosley, and brother Thurston Haynes.
She is survived by her daughters Norma “Jeannie”...
Julie Buckner Buchanan
Jan 17, 2024
Julie Maria Buckner Buchanan, 46, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at the Solace Center in Asheville.
Julie was born in Burke County, NC on February 11, 1977, to Judy Moore Buckner and the late Sam Buckner. She was married to Michael Kristin Buchanan. Julie was very fond of the outdoors. She was a beloved and...
Peggy Lee Slagle
Jan 16, 2024
Mrs. Peggy Fitzgerald Slagle, age 66 of Marion, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. She was born in Rockbridge County VA on August 14, 1956 and is the daughter of the late Hansford Fitzgerald and Ruth Camden.
Peggy was a devoted mother. Her family was her world and will be missed by all that know her.
She is survived by her...
Rev. Charles Duyck
Jan 15, 2024
Rev. Charles Duyck, 89, of Old Fort, went to be with the Lord on Monday evening, January 15, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born in Buncombe County on June 18, 1934 to the late Lattie Duyck and Enoch Harwood Duyck. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Duyck; grandson, Tyler Duyck; and...
Charlotte Poteat Hughes
Jan 15, 2024
Charlotte Poteat Hughes, 84, of Marion, passed away Monday, January 15, 2024 at Autumn Care of Marion.
A native of McDowell County, Charlotte was born September 18, 1939 to the late Clarence Poteat and Alice Lewis Poteat.
Charlotte was a member of First Baptist Church of Marion. She enjoyed being a part of the McDowell Dance Club and will be remembered as...
Steven Carver Clark
Jan 15, 2024
Steven Carver Clark, 64, of Marion, departed this life on Monday, January 15, 2024 at his home with his family by his side.
He was born on August 3, 1959 to the late Hoyle Alexander Clark and Jo Irene Swofford Clark.
Steven was a graduate of North Cove High School and North Carolina State University. He was...
Terrance Arthur "Buggy" Kincaid, Jr.
Jan 14, 2024
Terrance Arthur “Buggy” Kincaid, Jr., 33, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Mission Hospital McDowell.
He was born February 23, 1990 to Vondia Lazette Cash Ballenger and the late Terrance Arthur Kincaid, Sr.
Buggy attended McDowell High School from 2005 to 2007 and later graduated from Carolina Prep School in Charlotte. He...
Dan Brown
Jan 14, 2024
Robert Daniel “Dan” Brown, 74, of Marion, NC, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024, at The Greens at Spruce Pine.
Dan was born in Marion, NC on April 5, 1949, to the late Clara Chapman and Graham Pendergrass. He was a conductor with CSX railroad, with whom he retired, after more than 40 years of...
Bernice Irene Gosnell Moore
Jan 11, 2024
Bernice Irene Gosnell Moore, 92, of Old Fort, peacefully departed this life on Thursday evening, January 11, 2024 at her home with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Buncombe County on September 9, 1931 to the late Roy Burns Gosnell and Mary Lou Propst Gosnell. She was also preceded in death by, Dolly Willett.
...
Danny Lee Grindstaff
Jan 10, 2024
Danny Lee Grindstaff, 75, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
A native of Yancey County, he was born December 1, 1948 to the late Lonus Herman Grindstaff and Edna Leona Huskins Grindstaff. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Harold Grindstaff.
Danny was a faithful member of Remnant Free Will Baptist Church. His...
Irene Worley Brown
Jan 10, 2024
Irene Worley Brown of Black Mountain, NC passed away January 10, 2024 at the age of 80, with her daughter by her side holding her hand, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. A native of Black Mountain, Irene was born August 29, 1943 to the late Lester Worley and Jeannie Harwood Worley.
Irene worked at Kearfott Guidance and Navigation...
Clyde Henry Eck, Sr.
Jan 9, 2024
Clyde Henry Eck Sr., age 83, devoted father and Papaw, made that wonderful cross over into Heaven on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at his home in the Crooked Creek community of Old Fort, North Carolina.
Born on May 8, 1940, in Coeymans, New York, to Harold and Helen Eck, Clyde grew up on his parents' farm in Ravena, developing...
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