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Dr. Dan Edward Weitzenkorn

Dec 29, 2022

Dr. Dan Edward Weitzenkorn

July 11, 1956 - Dec. 29, 2022

Devoted son and proud father and grandfather Dr. Dan Edward Weitzenkorn passed away peacefully on Dec. 29, 2022, at the age of 66. Born on July 11, 1956 in Lakeland, Florida, he graduated from Lakeland Senior High School in 1974. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Medicinal...

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Michael Gene McHenry

Dec 28, 2022

Michael Gene McHenry, 35, of Ellenboro, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at his residence.

A native of Michigan, Michael was born on September 22, 1987 to Marilyn Royal Francisco and the late Edward Hyzer McHenry.

Michael was formerly employed as a shift leader at Taco Bell in Forest City. He honorably served in...

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Betty Skeens Clayton

Dec 28, 2022

Betty Lois Skeens Clayton, 78, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Autumn Care of Marion.

Betty was born in Pikeville, Kentucky on August 6, 1944, to the late John Skeens, Sr. and Ruby Childers Skeens. In her younger days, Betty enjoyed traveling and going to antique stores. She loved spending time with her grandchildren....

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Glenda Louise Smith

Dec 28, 2022

Glenda Louise Smith, 78, of Marion passed away on the morning of Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Mission Memorial Campus in Asheville.

Glenda was born to the late Terrell Smith and Zola Mae Buchanan Smith on March 31, 1944 in Mitchell County.

She was known as a very loving sister and aunt who was always putting others before herself. It...

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Thomas Monroe Howard, Jr.

Dec 28, 2022

Thomas Monroe Howard, Jr., 86, of Marion went to be with his Lord and Savior on the evening of Wednesday, December 28, 2022.

Thomas is preceded in death by his parents Thomas Monroe Howard, Sr. and Martha Lee Lockman Howard; brothers Carroll, Bart, Jack and Raymond Howard and sister Nancy Poteat.

Those left to cherish his memory are...

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Ruby Leigh Allison Pack

Dec 28, 2022

Ruby Leigh Allison Pack, 83, of Old Fort, North Carolina, passed away Wednesday morning, December 28, 2022 at her residence.

A native of Old Fort, Ruby was born September 21, 1939 to the late Ernest Ervin Allison and Lillie Belle Wilson Allison. A son, Terry Curtis Gilliam; a sister, Virginia Allison precedes her in death.

Ruby formerly...

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Michael Scott Baker

Dec 26, 2022

Michael Scott Baker, 40, of Nebo, North Carolina, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022.

A native of McDowell County, Michael was born March 26, 1982 to William Scott Baker and Rebecca Lewis Baker.

Michael, who was also known as Bubba, loved his family, especially his children. He had a heart for the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, camping, and...

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Kenneth Wayne Ledbetter

Dec 25, 2022

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Kenneth Wayne Ledbetter, 72, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away on Christmas morning, December 25, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family.

A native of McDowell County, Ken was born June 26, 1950 to the late Dib Jones Ledbetter and Fern Queen...

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John Henry Godfrey, Jr.

Dec 25, 2022

John Henry Godfrey, Jr., 58, of Marion, passed away, Sunday, December 25, 2022, at his residence.

John was born in Marion, NC, on March 20, 1964, to Sarah Brown and John Henry Godfrey, Sr. He was a professional corrections officer who retired from the NC Department of Public Safety after 25 years of faithful service. John was...

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SSgt William "Paul" Effler

Dec 25, 2022

SSgt William “Paul” Effler, 81, of Old Fort, North Carolina, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2022 at his home.

A native of McDowell County, Paul was born June 08, 1941 to the late George Adam Effler and Florence Shuford Effler.

Paul served in the United States Marine Corps, and he retired due to medical reasons after over nine...

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Mary Ann Brown Teaster

Dec 25, 2022

Mary Ann Brown Teaster, 77, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2022 at her residence.

A native of Marion, she was born on March 20, 1945 to the late Woodrow Thomas Brown and Ella Marie Duncan Brown.

Mary Ann had a deep and genuine concern for those in her life. She enjoyed knitting in her...

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Sonny Fender

Dec 24, 2022

Sonny Eugene Fender, 49, of Asheville, passed away, Saturday, December 24, 2022 at his residence.

Sonny was born in Henderson County, NC on November 29, 1973, to Brenda Fender and the late Ricky Fender. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a faithful and God loving man who loved his family with...

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Alice Marlene Ogle Davis

Dec 23, 2022

Alice Marlene “Gran” Ogle Davis, 84, of Old Fort, passed away at Mountain Ridge Wellness Center on the morning of Friday, December 23, 2022.

Marlene was born in Unicoi County Tennessee on April 25, 1938 to the late Shelby Carter Ogle and Luna Margaret Guinn Ogle. She was a member of Old Fort Free Will Baptist Church. She loved to...

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Russell Brennan Hartwell

Dec 23, 2022

Russell Brennan Hartwell, age 62, of Nebo, passed away Friday, December 23, 2022. He was born on March 28, 1960 to the late Roger Hartwell Sr. and Deltcia Arcand Hartwell.

Russell was a loving brother and friend. He enjoyed all things outdoors including hunting, fishing and going to the beach. He was known for his laughter and could always...

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Junior Biddix

Dec 23, 2022

Lewis Newton Biddix, Jr., 58, of Marion, passed away, Friday, December 23, 2022, at Autumn Care of Drexel.

Junior was born in McDowell County, NC, on March 3, 1964, to the late Lewis Newton Biddix, Sr. and Audrey Tolley Biddix. He served his country proudly in the United States Army Reserve and was a member of...

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Glenda Carson Conley

Dec 22, 2022

Glenda Carson Conley, 71, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.

A native of Marion, she was born on October 9, 1951 to the late Alvin Carson and Laura Glenn Wilkerson Carson.

Glenda enjoyed social gatherings and going to yard sales. She was a very thoughtful lady who always...

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Ilene Joyce Buccaroni

Dec 22, 2022

Ilene Joyce Buccaroni, 63, of Old Fort, North Carolina, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022 at her home.

A native of the Bronx, New York, Ilene was born January 28, 1959 to Beth Kay Eisenman Buccaroni and the late Louis James Buccaroni.

Ilene was a very intelligent lady who held many college degrees. She worked for many years...

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Clarence William "Bill" Patterson

Dec 22, 2022

Clarence William “Bill” Patterson, 82, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022 at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center.

He was born December 28, 1939 in McDowell County.

Bill worked for many years in cotton mills. He loved cars and tools. He will be remembered as a very loyal and dependable man who was always there...

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Arnold Lee Byrd

Dec 22, 2022

Arnold Lee Byrd, 79, of Marion, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at Carepartners Solace Center.

Arnold was born in McDowell County on July 20, 1943 to the late Harvey Byrd and Carrie Mace Byrd. He graduated from North Cove High School where he drove a bus for the county. Arnold was a proud US Army Veteran where he...

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David Randolph Raymer

Dec 21, 2022

David Randolph Raymer, 64, of Marion, North Carolina passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Mission McDowell Hospital.

David was the son the late Joseph Davidson Raymer and Doris Lee Spicer Raymer. He was born in Kentucky on February 12, 1958. David was a member of Cross Memorial Baptist Church. He was the owner and operator of RPI...

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