Obituaries
Samuel Martin Brown
Jul 9, 2023
Samuel Martin Brown, 76, of Nebo, North Carolina, peacefully went to be with His Lord and Savior at Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Onslow County on March 1, 1947, to the late Lyman Brown and Myrtie Richardson Brown. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Freida Brown,...
Russell Lewis Riggins
Jul 9, 2023
Russell Lewis Riggins, 64, of Marion passed away at his residence on Sunday, July 9, 2023.
No services are planned at this time.
Robert Ray Bechtel
Jul 9, 2023
Robert Ray Bechtel, 97, of Black Mountain, formerly of Michigan, passed away Sunday morning, July 9, 2023 at Mountain Ridge Health and Wellness Center.
Mr. Bechtel was born in Michigan on April 13, 1926. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy and was a member of the United Methodist Church. He worked on...
Christian August Powser
Jul 7, 2023
Christian August Powser, 49, of Nebo, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023 at Mission McDowell Hospital.
Christian was born in Monterey County, California, on July 20, 1973, to Earl Clifford Peyatt and Joy Lee Thompson Peyatt. Christian was an avid fan of the Los Angeles Rams. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and a...
Helen Hennessee Nelson
Jul 7, 2023
Helen Hennessee Nelson, 82, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023 at her residence in Connelly Springs, North Carolina.
Helen was born in McDowell County, on February 17, 1941, to the late Gilmer and Nora Hennessee. She graduated from North Cove High School and later attended Western Carolina University. She enjoyed watching Braves Baseball with her son,...
Edith Duncan Allison
Jul 6, 2023
Edith Duncan Allison, 83, of Marion and formerly of Old Fort, passed away peacefully surrounded by her three girls on Thursday, July 6, 2023.
She was born in Marion on March 14, 1940 to the late Jasper and Docia Webb Duncan. She is also preceded in death by the love of her life, Joseph Henry Allison.
Edith’s...
Donna Jean Shepard
Jul 4, 2023
Donna Jean Shepard, 67, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at CarePartners Hospice Solace Center.
A native of Marion, she was born January 31, 1956 to the late John Shepard and Libby Smith Shepard. A granddaughter, Brooke Buchanan, also precedes her in death. Donna enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Taking care of her...
Clara Rebecca McCall
Jul 4, 2023
Clara Rebecca McCall was born November 22, 1939 to the late Charles Alexander McCall and Lela Marlowe McCall. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Alma Childers, her brother, Alvin McCall and nephew Charles Richard McCall “Rick”. She is survived by nephews, John Childers (Bonnie), Bill Childers (Arlene), Jeff McCall (Melanie); nieces Martha Jordan (Ben) and Nancy...
Charles Timothy Higdon
Jul 1, 2023
Charles Timothy Higdon, 43, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 1, 2023.
He was born in Lincoln County on April 9, 1980. He was affectionately known by many as “Big Tim.” He was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hiking, camping, hunting, and digging for herbs. The outdoors truly brought him peace and joy. He was...
John Max Metcalf
Jul 1, 2023
John Max Metcalf
October 12, 1967 – July 1, 2023
John was diagnosed April 2022 with terminal stage 4 bone cancer. They gave him 2 weeks 2 months 2 years. He chose to fight and did just that. He fought for 15 months. Strong is an understatement.
Whether you know John Boy, Johnny Max, or Black...
Kaye Roland Simmons
Jul 1, 2023
Mrs. Kaye Roland Simmons, widow of the late Billy Simmons, joined him and their Heavenly Father on July 1, 2023. Mrs. Simmons of the South Toe Community of Yancey County, was preceded in death by two young brothers and by her parents, Thomas Roland and Maine Whiteside of Marion, NC.
Mrs. Simmons is survived by an abundant loving...
Tina Marie Madrazo
Jul 1, 2023
Tina Marie Madrazo, 64, of Old Fort, passed away at her residence on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Tina was born on October 2, 1958 in Ithaca, NY to the late John D. Ford, II and the late Elva Louise Summers Ford.
Left to cherish her memory are her siblings, Debbie Warfel (Mark) of Kingston, Ga., David Ford (Nancy)...
Nola Lorena Miller
Jul 1, 2023
Nola Lorena Miller passed away on July 1, 2023 at Hospice of Rutherford County. Nola was born on November 3, 1954.
She is survived by her mother, Retha Hicks; her son, Scottie Miller; granddaughter, Melody Miller; brother, Jim Hicks; and sisters, Joyce Hicks, Sue Hicks, and Nancy Hudgins.
She loved her family dearly and loved spending time...
Lucille Marie Ledford
Jun 28, 2023
Lucille Marie Jenkins Ledford, 71, of Marion, was received into the loving arms of Jesus, Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at her residence.
Lucille was born in McDowell County, NC on June 22, 1952, to the late Sarah Nellie Hollifield. She attended Muddy Creek Baptist Church in Nebo. Lucille was a prayer warrior who dedicated her life...
Perry Hoke Lawing
Jun 28, 2023
Perry Hoke Lawing, age 90, entered into eternity on Wednesday, June 28, 2023.
Perry grew up in Forest City, North Carolina. He was one of seven children of Claude and Eva Lawing. He attended school in Forest City, graduating from Cool Springs High School in 1953. He attended Mars Hill College where he was a pitcher for the...
Glen Alfred Kauk
Jun 27, 2023
The service may be live-streamed at the following links. Should there be an interruption during the service, please refresh your browser or try the other link.
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In Loving Memory of Glen A. Kauk
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Glen A. Kauk, a remarkable man who touched...
Ray "Red" Lawing
Jun 25, 2023
Ray “Red” Lawing, 95, of Nebo, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Rose Hill Retirement Community with his family by his side.
A native of McDowell County, he was born September 5, 1927 to the late Floyd and Rittie Pyatt Lawing. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Alyne Moody Lawing; and siblings, Hazel...
James Riley Harklerode, Jr.
Jun 23, 2023
James “Riley” Harklerode, Jr., 70, of Marion, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus, with his family by his side, on Friday, June 23, 2023, at Grace Hospital in Morganton.
Riley was born in McDowell County, NC on June 12, 1953, to the late James Riley “Bud” Harklerode, Sr. and Florence “Tootsie” Toney Harklerode. He was...
Dennis "Blaine" Biddix
Jun 21, 2023
Dennis “Blaine” Biddix, 79, of Nebo, North Carolina, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.
A native of Mitchell County, he was born March 11, 1944 to the late Lloyd and Floy McKinney Biddix. Blaine was an avid outdoorsman and a talented musician. He worked for many years at Air Preheater. He loved...
Katherine Louise Foster Trantham
Jun 21, 2023
Katherine “Kathy” Foster Trantham, 63, of Nebo, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at the Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House in Newton.
Kathy was born in Miami, Florida on February 8, 1960, to Edith Louise Gaul and the late Roy Eugene Foster. Kathy was known for her warm heart and great sense of humor. She...
Samuel Martin Brown
Jul 9, 2023
Samuel Martin Brown, 76, of Nebo, North Carolina, peacefully went to be with His Lord and Savior at Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Onslow County on March 1, 1947, to the late Lyman Brown and Myrtie Richardson Brown. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Freida Brown,...
Russell Lewis Riggins
Jul 9, 2023
Russell Lewis Riggins, 64, of Marion passed away at his residence on Sunday, July 9, 2023.
No services are planned at this time.
Robert Ray Bechtel
Jul 9, 2023
Robert Ray Bechtel, 97, of Black Mountain, formerly of Michigan, passed away Sunday morning, July 9, 2023 at Mountain Ridge Health and Wellness Center.
Mr. Bechtel was born in Michigan on April 13, 1926. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy and was a member of the United Methodist Church. He worked on...
Christian August Powser
Jul 7, 2023
Christian August Powser, 49, of Nebo, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023 at Mission McDowell Hospital.
Christian was born in Monterey County, California, on July 20, 1973, to Earl Clifford Peyatt and Joy Lee Thompson Peyatt. Christian was an avid fan of the Los Angeles Rams. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and a...
Helen Hennessee Nelson
Jul 7, 2023
Helen Hennessee Nelson, 82, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023 at her residence in Connelly Springs, North Carolina.
Helen was born in McDowell County, on February 17, 1941, to the late Gilmer and Nora Hennessee. She graduated from North Cove High School and later attended Western Carolina University. She enjoyed watching Braves Baseball with her son,...
Edith Duncan Allison
Jul 6, 2023
Edith Duncan Allison, 83, of Marion and formerly of Old Fort, passed away peacefully surrounded by her three girls on Thursday, July 6, 2023.
She was born in Marion on March 14, 1940 to the late Jasper and Docia Webb Duncan. She is also preceded in death by the love of her life, Joseph Henry Allison.
Edith’s...
Donna Jean Shepard
Jul 4, 2023
Donna Jean Shepard, 67, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at CarePartners Hospice Solace Center.
A native of Marion, she was born January 31, 1956 to the late John Shepard and Libby Smith Shepard. A granddaughter, Brooke Buchanan, also precedes her in death. Donna enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Taking care of her...
Clara Rebecca McCall
Jul 4, 2023
Clara Rebecca McCall was born November 22, 1939 to the late Charles Alexander McCall and Lela Marlowe McCall. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Alma Childers, her brother, Alvin McCall and nephew Charles Richard McCall “Rick”. She is survived by nephews, John Childers (Bonnie), Bill Childers (Arlene), Jeff McCall (Melanie); nieces Martha Jordan (Ben) and Nancy...
Charles Timothy Higdon
Jul 1, 2023
Charles Timothy Higdon, 43, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 1, 2023.
He was born in Lincoln County on April 9, 1980. He was affectionately known by many as “Big Tim.” He was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hiking, camping, hunting, and digging for herbs. The outdoors truly brought him peace and joy. He was...
John Max Metcalf
Jul 1, 2023
John Max Metcalf
October 12, 1967 – July 1, 2023
John was diagnosed April 2022 with terminal stage 4 bone cancer. They gave him 2 weeks 2 months 2 years. He chose to fight and did just that. He fought for 15 months. Strong is an understatement.
Whether you know John Boy, Johnny Max, or Black...
Kaye Roland Simmons
Jul 1, 2023
Mrs. Kaye Roland Simmons, widow of the late Billy Simmons, joined him and their Heavenly Father on July 1, 2023. Mrs. Simmons of the South Toe Community of Yancey County, was preceded in death by two young brothers and by her parents, Thomas Roland and Maine Whiteside of Marion, NC.
Mrs. Simmons is survived by an abundant loving...
Tina Marie Madrazo
Jul 1, 2023
Tina Marie Madrazo, 64, of Old Fort, passed away at her residence on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Tina was born on October 2, 1958 in Ithaca, NY to the late John D. Ford, II and the late Elva Louise Summers Ford.
Left to cherish her memory are her siblings, Debbie Warfel (Mark) of Kingston, Ga., David Ford (Nancy)...
Nola Lorena Miller
Jul 1, 2023
Nola Lorena Miller passed away on July 1, 2023 at Hospice of Rutherford County. Nola was born on November 3, 1954.
She is survived by her mother, Retha Hicks; her son, Scottie Miller; granddaughter, Melody Miller; brother, Jim Hicks; and sisters, Joyce Hicks, Sue Hicks, and Nancy Hudgins.
She loved her family dearly and loved spending time...
Lucille Marie Ledford
Jun 28, 2023
Lucille Marie Jenkins Ledford, 71, of Marion, was received into the loving arms of Jesus, Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at her residence.
Lucille was born in McDowell County, NC on June 22, 1952, to the late Sarah Nellie Hollifield. She attended Muddy Creek Baptist Church in Nebo. Lucille was a prayer warrior who dedicated her life...
Perry Hoke Lawing
Jun 28, 2023
Perry Hoke Lawing, age 90, entered into eternity on Wednesday, June 28, 2023.
Perry grew up in Forest City, North Carolina. He was one of seven children of Claude and Eva Lawing. He attended school in Forest City, graduating from Cool Springs High School in 1953. He attended Mars Hill College where he was a pitcher for the...
Glen Alfred Kauk
Jun 27, 2023
The service may be live-streamed at the following links. Should there be an interruption during the service, please refresh your browser or try the other link.
https://m.youtube.com/@glenwoodbaptistchurchmario51
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064380501638&mibextid=ZbWKwL
In Loving Memory of Glen A. Kauk
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Glen A. Kauk, a remarkable man who touched...
Ray "Red" Lawing
Jun 25, 2023
Ray “Red” Lawing, 95, of Nebo, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Rose Hill Retirement Community with his family by his side.
A native of McDowell County, he was born September 5, 1927 to the late Floyd and Rittie Pyatt Lawing. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Alyne Moody Lawing; and siblings, Hazel...
James Riley Harklerode, Jr.
Jun 23, 2023
James “Riley” Harklerode, Jr., 70, of Marion, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus, with his family by his side, on Friday, June 23, 2023, at Grace Hospital in Morganton.
Riley was born in McDowell County, NC on June 12, 1953, to the late James Riley “Bud” Harklerode, Sr. and Florence “Tootsie” Toney Harklerode. He was...
Dennis "Blaine" Biddix
Jun 21, 2023
Dennis “Blaine” Biddix, 79, of Nebo, North Carolina, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.
A native of Mitchell County, he was born March 11, 1944 to the late Lloyd and Floy McKinney Biddix. Blaine was an avid outdoorsman and a talented musician. He worked for many years at Air Preheater. He loved...
Katherine Louise Foster Trantham
Jun 21, 2023
Katherine “Kathy” Foster Trantham, 63, of Nebo, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at the Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House in Newton.
Kathy was born in Miami, Florida on February 8, 1960, to Edith Louise Gaul and the late Roy Eugene Foster. Kathy was known for her warm heart and great sense of humor. She...
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