Obituaries
Judy Crawford Biggerstaff
Mar 2, 2025
On the morning of Sunday, March 2, 2025, Judy Crawford Biggerstaff, 77, of Marion, passed away at Mission Hospital McDowell.
She was born July 24, 1947 in Jackson County to the late Jess “Mack” Crawford and Agnes Shuler Crawford. She was also preceded in death by her adopted father, Thomas Fuller.
A cherished member of Cross Memorial Baptist Church, Judy will be...
Johnny Duane Lipe
Mar 1, 2025
Johnny Duane Lipe, 64, of Old Fort, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Solace Center in Asheville.
Johnny was born in McDowell County, NC, on July 17, 1960 to Verdie Elizabeth Stevens and the late George Gilbert “G.G.” Lipe. Johnny was a very kind hearted man who never knew a stranger. He was known to do anything to help...
Thomas "Don" Kirkley
Feb 27, 2025
Thomas “Don” Kirkley, 90, of Marion, departed to be with the Lord shortly after midnight on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the CarePartners Hospice Solace Center in Asheville.
A native of Pageland, South Carolina, Don was born November 13, 1934 to the late James Kirkley and Ida Jordan Kirkley. Also preceding him in death were six siblings, Jack Kirkley (Betty), Joe...
Herbert "Sonny" Augustus Henry
Feb 27, 2025
Herbert Augustus Henry, better known as Sonny to family and friends, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025 at Mountain Ridge Health & Rehab. He was 90 years old.
A native of McDowell County, he was born November 30, 1934 to the late Geter T. Henry and Gladys Thomas Henry.
Early in life, Herbert began his journey working alongside his father at the...
Sally Mae Roberts
Feb 26, 2025
Sally Gantt Roberts, a beloved mother, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, at the Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. She was born on October 7, 1942, in Radford, Virginia, to the late Alvin and Hazel Gantt.
Sally dedicated over 30 years of her life to her career as an accountant for Baxter Health Care and continued to serve her community...
Debra Jean Revis Randolph
Feb 24, 2025
Debra Jean Revis Randolph, 65, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 24, 2025 at the CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville.
She was born November 13, 1959 to the late Ralph Revis and Doris Carver Revis. Two brothers, Roger Revis and Roy Revis, also preceded her in death.
She was known for her very outgoing personality and the...
Mary Ann Davis Muddiman
Feb 22, 2025
Mary Ann Davis Muddiman, 87, of Nebo, passed away at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation on Saturday evening, February 22, 2025.
She was born in Fairfax County, Virginia on August 14, 1937 to the late Robert D. Davis and Frances Chapura Garvey. Her step-father, Edward Garvey, also preceded her in death.
Mary Ann was a great cook, and her family will lovingly...
Ricky Nelson Whitson
Feb 19, 2025
Ricky Nelson Whitson, born on February 7, 1960, in Erwin, Tennessee, passed away on February 19, 2025. He "walked" into Heaven, leaving behind a legacy of love, humor, and resilience. Ricky was a retired truck driver, having dedicated many years to a profession that took him on extensive journeys across the country. His career came to a close when health...
Jeffrey Alphonzo Allison
Feb 19, 2025
March 20th 1964-February 19th 2025
At 60 years young Boady passed away peacefully with family by his side. Boady was from Old Fort, NC, Born and Raised. He was one of twelve children. He was a jack of all trades. He loved to fish and build things and was very talented. He worked for Wilson Marble for many years. Boady was...
Allan Harold Baker
Feb 18, 2025
On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Allan Harold Baker, 74, of Old Fort, peacefully passed from this life while at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born in McDowell County on July 5, 1950 to the late Jesse Turner Baker, Jr. and Julia Burgin Baker.
Allan graduated from Old Fort High School in the class of 1968, where he distinguished himself as an...
Daniel Wayne Scott
Feb 18, 2025
Daniel Wayne Scott, 59, of Marion, passed away Tuesday morning, February 18, 2025 at Elevate Health & Rehab in Asheville.
He was born in Florida on October 6, 1965 to the late Clay Jackson Scott and Lillian Eugene Earley Scott.
In accordance with his wishes, no services will be held.
Howard Noel Revis
Feb 17, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and father, Howard Noel Revis, age 80, on February 17, 2025.
Howard was born to Richard and Hattie Tipton Revis from Sugar Hill. He grew up surrounded by a loving family and community that made him the amazing man everyone knew and loved. His childhood friends became...
Warren Cameron Abee
Feb 16, 2025
Warren Cameron Abee, 69, passed away at the Mitchell House on Sunday morning, February 16, 2025.
No services are planned.
David Terry McPeak, Sr.
Feb 16, 2025
David Terry McPeak, Sr., 76, of Marion, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
A native of Bradford County, Florida, David was born July 1, 1948 to the late William Columbus McPeak and Cora Strickland McPeak.
David was a retired captain and served in law enforcement. He was also a proud veteran of the United States Army. He...
Judith Anne Keller West
Feb 16, 2025
Judith Anne Keller West, of Marion, was born December 11, 1938 and passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
She was the daughter of Joseph Keller and Virginia Pierpont Keller Hamilton and the stepdaughter of Herbert Hamilton. She was raised in a blended family and was the eldest of nine children. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty...
Martin Eugene Cooper
Feb 16, 2025
Martin Eugene Cooper, 63, of Nebo, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025 at his residence.
He was born in McDowell County on April 12, 1961. Marty will be remembered for his wonderful wood-working skills. He enjoyed making custom birdhouses and various pieces of furniture. His family will forever cherish his creations. Marty also enjoyed wildlife. Whether he was bear hunting or...
Retha Mae Williams Hicks
Feb 16, 2025
Retha Mae Williams Hicks, age 91, of Marion, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 16, 2025 at her home.
A native of Waynesville, North Carolina, Retha was born to the late John Williams and Nola Giles Williams on May 4, 1933. She was known as a hard-worker who loved her family. She had wonderful gardening skills and...
Katherine Miller Marlow Gallion
Feb 15, 2025
Katherine Miller Marlow Gallion, 86, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Mission Hospital McDowell.
Katherine was born in McDowell County on February 5, 1939, to the late Mary Pearl White Marlow and Isaac Elijah Marlow, Jr. She was one of seven children: Garnell Broadwell, Howard Marlow, Fay Marlow, Jack Marlow, Barbara Dennie, and...
Allen Queen
Feb 14, 2025
Allen Queen, 55, of Fort Myers, FL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence. Born on January 26, 1970, in Marion, NC, he was the son of William D. and the late Delores F. (Walker) Queen.
Allen was a 1988 graduate of McDowell High School. In 1992, he proudly joined the U.S. Marine Corps, serving until 1995...
Teresa Faye Ward Garner
Feb 14, 2025
Teresa Faye Ward Garner, 65, of Marion, NC, passed away Friday, February 14, 2025, at Mission McDowell Hospital.
Teresa was born on April 7, 1959, in Wilmington, NC, to the late Pearlie Mae Jones and Leon Ward, Sr. She was married to her husband of fifty years, Lester Wayne Garner, Sr. Teresa enjoyed painting, crafting, and working with her plants. She...
Judy Crawford Biggerstaff
Mar 2, 2025
On the morning of Sunday, March 2, 2025, Judy Crawford Biggerstaff, 77, of Marion, passed away at Mission Hospital McDowell.
She was born July 24, 1947 in Jackson County to the late Jess “Mack” Crawford and Agnes Shuler Crawford. She was also preceded in death by her adopted father, Thomas Fuller.
A cherished member of Cross Memorial Baptist Church, Judy will be...
Johnny Duane Lipe
Mar 1, 2025
Johnny Duane Lipe, 64, of Old Fort, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Solace Center in Asheville.
Johnny was born in McDowell County, NC, on July 17, 1960 to Verdie Elizabeth Stevens and the late George Gilbert “G.G.” Lipe. Johnny was a very kind hearted man who never knew a stranger. He was known to do anything to help...
Thomas "Don" Kirkley
Feb 27, 2025
Thomas “Don” Kirkley, 90, of Marion, departed to be with the Lord shortly after midnight on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the CarePartners Hospice Solace Center in Asheville.
A native of Pageland, South Carolina, Don was born November 13, 1934 to the late James Kirkley and Ida Jordan Kirkley. Also preceding him in death were six siblings, Jack Kirkley (Betty), Joe...
Herbert "Sonny" Augustus Henry
Feb 27, 2025
Herbert Augustus Henry, better known as Sonny to family and friends, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025 at Mountain Ridge Health & Rehab. He was 90 years old.
A native of McDowell County, he was born November 30, 1934 to the late Geter T. Henry and Gladys Thomas Henry.
Early in life, Herbert began his journey working alongside his father at the...
Sally Mae Roberts
Feb 26, 2025
Sally Gantt Roberts, a beloved mother, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, at the Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. She was born on October 7, 1942, in Radford, Virginia, to the late Alvin and Hazel Gantt.
Sally dedicated over 30 years of her life to her career as an accountant for Baxter Health Care and continued to serve her community...
Debra Jean Revis Randolph
Feb 24, 2025
Debra Jean Revis Randolph, 65, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 24, 2025 at the CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville.
She was born November 13, 1959 to the late Ralph Revis and Doris Carver Revis. Two brothers, Roger Revis and Roy Revis, also preceded her in death.
She was known for her very outgoing personality and the...
Mary Ann Davis Muddiman
Feb 22, 2025
Mary Ann Davis Muddiman, 87, of Nebo, passed away at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation on Saturday evening, February 22, 2025.
She was born in Fairfax County, Virginia on August 14, 1937 to the late Robert D. Davis and Frances Chapura Garvey. Her step-father, Edward Garvey, also preceded her in death.
Mary Ann was a great cook, and her family will lovingly...
Ricky Nelson Whitson
Feb 19, 2025
Ricky Nelson Whitson, born on February 7, 1960, in Erwin, Tennessee, passed away on February 19, 2025. He "walked" into Heaven, leaving behind a legacy of love, humor, and resilience. Ricky was a retired truck driver, having dedicated many years to a profession that took him on extensive journeys across the country. His career came to a close when health...
Jeffrey Alphonzo Allison
Feb 19, 2025
March 20th 1964-February 19th 2025
At 60 years young Boady passed away peacefully with family by his side. Boady was from Old Fort, NC, Born and Raised. He was one of twelve children. He was a jack of all trades. He loved to fish and build things and was very talented. He worked for Wilson Marble for many years. Boady was...
Allan Harold Baker
Feb 18, 2025
On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Allan Harold Baker, 74, of Old Fort, peacefully passed from this life while at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born in McDowell County on July 5, 1950 to the late Jesse Turner Baker, Jr. and Julia Burgin Baker.
Allan graduated from Old Fort High School in the class of 1968, where he distinguished himself as an...
Daniel Wayne Scott
Feb 18, 2025
Daniel Wayne Scott, 59, of Marion, passed away Tuesday morning, February 18, 2025 at Elevate Health & Rehab in Asheville.
He was born in Florida on October 6, 1965 to the late Clay Jackson Scott and Lillian Eugene Earley Scott.
In accordance with his wishes, no services will be held.
Howard Noel Revis
Feb 17, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and father, Howard Noel Revis, age 80, on February 17, 2025.
Howard was born to Richard and Hattie Tipton Revis from Sugar Hill. He grew up surrounded by a loving family and community that made him the amazing man everyone knew and loved. His childhood friends became...
Warren Cameron Abee
Feb 16, 2025
Warren Cameron Abee, 69, passed away at the Mitchell House on Sunday morning, February 16, 2025.
No services are planned.
David Terry McPeak, Sr.
Feb 16, 2025
David Terry McPeak, Sr., 76, of Marion, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
A native of Bradford County, Florida, David was born July 1, 1948 to the late William Columbus McPeak and Cora Strickland McPeak.
David was a retired captain and served in law enforcement. He was also a proud veteran of the United States Army. He...
Judith Anne Keller West
Feb 16, 2025
Judith Anne Keller West, of Marion, was born December 11, 1938 and passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
She was the daughter of Joseph Keller and Virginia Pierpont Keller Hamilton and the stepdaughter of Herbert Hamilton. She was raised in a blended family and was the eldest of nine children. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty...
Martin Eugene Cooper
Feb 16, 2025
Martin Eugene Cooper, 63, of Nebo, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025 at his residence.
He was born in McDowell County on April 12, 1961. Marty will be remembered for his wonderful wood-working skills. He enjoyed making custom birdhouses and various pieces of furniture. His family will forever cherish his creations. Marty also enjoyed wildlife. Whether he was bear hunting or...
Retha Mae Williams Hicks
Feb 16, 2025
Retha Mae Williams Hicks, age 91, of Marion, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 16, 2025 at her home.
A native of Waynesville, North Carolina, Retha was born to the late John Williams and Nola Giles Williams on May 4, 1933. She was known as a hard-worker who loved her family. She had wonderful gardening skills and...
Katherine Miller Marlow Gallion
Feb 15, 2025
Katherine Miller Marlow Gallion, 86, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Mission Hospital McDowell.
Katherine was born in McDowell County on February 5, 1939, to the late Mary Pearl White Marlow and Isaac Elijah Marlow, Jr. She was one of seven children: Garnell Broadwell, Howard Marlow, Fay Marlow, Jack Marlow, Barbara Dennie, and...
Allen Queen
Feb 14, 2025
Allen Queen, 55, of Fort Myers, FL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence. Born on January 26, 1970, in Marion, NC, he was the son of William D. and the late Delores F. (Walker) Queen.
Allen was a 1988 graduate of McDowell High School. In 1992, he proudly joined the U.S. Marine Corps, serving until 1995...
Teresa Faye Ward Garner
Feb 14, 2025
Teresa Faye Ward Garner, 65, of Marion, NC, passed away Friday, February 14, 2025, at Mission McDowell Hospital.
Teresa was born on April 7, 1959, in Wilmington, NC, to the late Pearlie Mae Jones and Leon Ward, Sr. She was married to her husband of fifty years, Lester Wayne Garner, Sr. Teresa enjoyed painting, crafting, and working with her plants. She...
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