Obituaries

David Franklin Newton

Aug 3, 2024

Mr. David Franklin Newton, age 64, of Marion, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024.

He was born in Baltimore MD on August 12, 1959, to the late David and Patricia Bielas Newton.

David spent most of his childhood and teenage years in Beaufort, SC. David’s family moved to Stedman, NC when he was a young man and resided there most of his...

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Jodi Danielle Monday

Aug 3, 2024

Jodi Danielle Monday, 59, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024 at The Greens of Spruce Pine.

She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 23, 1964 to the late Joe Monday and Sally Bell Monday.

She is survived by her sister, Stacye Dages and husband William; aunt, Patricia Waites; and several nieces and nephews.

A private family service will be held at a...

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Donna Browning Fox

Aug 2, 2024

Mrs. Donna Browning Fox, age 55, of Morganton, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 2, 2024. She was the daughter of Elbert Browning and the late Mary Powell Browning.

Donna was known as a humble person who was always looking to give to those less fortunate. She loved shopping but mostly spending time with her family. She will...

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Walter Thomas Crosby Jr.

Aug 1, 2024

Walter Thomas Crosby, Jr., 88, of Nebo, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Mountain Ridge Health and Rehabilitation.

He was born in Arlington, Massachusetts on November 5, 1935 to the late Walter Thomas Crosby, Sr. and Ann Claire Clarke Crosby. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Joan Rowell Crosby and his oldest son, Brian...

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Michael Dewayne Adair

Jul 31, 2024

Michael Dewayne Adair, 48, of Nebo, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

Michael was born to Raymond Earl Adair, Sr and Jeanette Trantham Davis who preceded him in death. He was born in McDowell County on November 06, 1975.

He had many hobbies, most of which were spent enjoying the outdoors. Fishing, gaming and riding dirt bikes were...

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Larry Dean Jones

Jul 30, 2024

Larry Dean Jones, 74, of Banner Elk, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 with his family by his side.

He was born in Henryetta, Oklahoma on January 25, 1950. He was married to Gwen Thomas Jones for nearly 46 years. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps where he served from 1968 to...

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Raymond Foster

Jul 29, 2024

Early Monday morning on, July 29, 2024 Raymond Roosevelt Foster of Maiden, NC, formerly of Marion, passed away at his residence.

Raymond was born in Wilkes County to the late William Thomas Foster and the late Esther Hamby Foster on September 30, 1941.

Raymond lived in Marion for sixty five years prior to moving to Maiden. He was a member of Greenlee...

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James Douglas Smith

Jul 28, 2024

James Douglas Smith, 80, of Marion passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.

He was born in Mt. Kisco, New York on January 31, 1944 to the late Patrick and Mahala Douglas Smith.

Mr. Smith honorably served in the United States Air Force. He retired in 2005 after a career in construction. Jim adored his devoted wife,...

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Francesca Allegri

Jul 26, 2024

Please help celebrate the life of Francesca Allegri. Fran passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 26, 2024 at the age of 70. Forever a kind spirit, caring mother, wife, and sister, Fran spent her life making the world a brighter place. She enjoyed gardening, painting, playing with her dog, and most of all, the company of...

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Crystal Lee Gardner

Jul 25, 2024

Crystal Lee Gardner, 41, of Morganton, passed away at her residence with her family by her side on Thursday, July 25, 2024.

Crystal was born in Burke County on September 27, 1982 to the late Rex Gardner and Jeanette Dodd Gardner.

Surviving Chrystal are Sheila Hooper (David) who she thought of as a mother and Brice Pruitt who she thought of as...

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Myrna Bello

Jul 24, 2024

Myrna Bello, 75, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Magnolia Lane Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

She was born in Puerto Rico on March 16, 1949 to the late Narciso Bello and Carmen Ruiz Bello.

Though she had no children of her own, Myrna will be remembered as a wonderful mother figure to her niece, Iliana, and her nephew, Franco.

She is survived...

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Patricia "Trick" Pickeral Powell

Jul 23, 2024

Patricia Powell, 88 years old, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Aston Park Healthcare Center. She was born on September 25, 1935, in Pittsylvania County, VA.

This beautiful angel on earth, lovingly known as “Trick” by her younger sister, Gladys, and other family members, is now with her Heavenly father and reunited with parents, Ellie and Raymond Pickeral, formerly...

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Kathy Joy Greene Braswell

Jul 23, 2024

Kathy Joy Greene Braswell, 69, of Nebo, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

Kathy was born in Mitchell County on July 31, 1954 to the late Archie Greene and Mary Gouge Greene. Penny Coleman, Kathy’s sister, also preceded her in death.

Kathy was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church. She was an avid reader who also enjoyed quilting...

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Frances Rumfelt Williams

Jul 23, 2024

Frances Louise Rumfelt Williams, born September 2, 1929, was called to Heaven on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, from Mountain Ridge Wellness Center in Black Mountain, NC.

Frances was the eldest child of seven born to the late Houston B. Rumfelt and Eursley Rhom Rumfelt. She grew up in the East Marion Mill Village. She often talked about what a great childhood...

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Doris Tate Burgin

Jul 22, 2024

Doris Tate Burgin, 97, of Marion, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, July 22, 2024.

A native of McDowell County, she was born November 28, 1926 to the late George Logan Tate and Ola Clara Early Tate. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Howard Burgin, who passed away in 1975.

Doris was a longtime member of...

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Linda Lou Queen

Jul 20, 2024

Linda Lou Queen, 79, of Old Fort, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 20th, 2024 with her loving family by her side.

She was born in McDowell County on January 21, 1945. Linda was the beloved daughter of William Ben Sowers and Edith Laughter Sowers. She grew up alongside her late siblings Bobby, Don, and Becky.

Linda was married...

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Daphney "Jean" Engle

Jul 20, 2024

Daphney “Jean” Engle, 80, of Morganton went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 20th at her home surrounded by her family.

A native of McDowell County, she was born February 16th 1944 to the late Albert Guy Kelley and Ruby Arrowood Kelley. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 siblings Albert “AG” Kelley, (Marian), Clifford...

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Christopher Rickman

Jul 20, 2024

Christopher Rickman, age 34, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024.

No services are planned at this time.

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Willie Lee King, Jr.

Jul 19, 2024

Mr. Willie Lee King, Jr., went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 19, 2024.

Willie was born in New York City, New York on July 04, 1965 to his late parents, Willie Lee King, Sr. and Jeanette Jones King. he is also preceded in death by his brother, Larry King and a nephew, Ramel King.

Willie was known for his...

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Gregory James Laughridge

Jul 17, 2024

Gregory James Laughridge, 25, of Marion, passed away at residence on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.

Greg was born on August 11, 1998 in McDowell County to James Vernon Laughridge, Jr. and Kellie Ann Barrier Hines. He graduated from McDowell High School with the class of 2016. Greg was currently working with his father in the family construction business, McDowell Building LLC....

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