Sossoman obituaries morganton nc Sue was such a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Pitts, Sr. Born in Buncombe County, NC on March 15, 1975, he was the son of Ann Warren Putnam and the late Howard Luther Putnam. and Teresa Diane Harris. Born on March 21, 1963, in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of the late Albert Crawley Jr. Born in Burke County, NC on February 24, 1959, she was the daughter of the late William Riley McCoy and Ellie Faye Whisnant McCoy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Healthcare Foundation, 500 Lenoir Rd, Morganton, NC 28655, memo: Grace Ridge Resident Endowment Fund. Mary / St. She was born on March 3, 1944 in Burke County to the late Charles Bollinger and Pearl Shoupe Bollinger. He also loved farming and fishing. Born in Johnson City, TN on October 27, 1951, he was the son of the late Cecil Eugene Bolton and Ross Marie Adams Bolton Loveless. Obituaries. Our Staff; Our Services; Our Location; Our Calendar; Testimonials; Immediate Need. Young Elementary School, Table Rock Middle School, Liberty Middle School, and Patton High School (Class of 2016). David Y. Born on August 31, 1960, he was the son of the late Bobby Lackey and Thelma Clanton. David was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. He was a simple man who loved being outside. He graduated from Freedom High School in 2004. Born in Avery County, NC on November 1, 1942, he is the son of the late Samuel David Beam and Verna Hughes Beam. She was born on November 28, 1946 in Burke County, NC to the late Bly M. Benton, 58, of Morganton, NC, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, September 21, 2024. In his youth, he attended West Canton Upon retiring from the Inspection Service in December of 1999, he and his wife, Cathy of 48 plus years, relocated to Morganton, NC, in May of 2000, building a home in a golf course community, where they have resided happily for 24 years. Born in Burke County, NC on May 12, 1951, he was the son of the late Grant William Trent and Annie Lee Cobb Trent Smith. Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center Gary Robin Roberts, 70, of Morganton, NC, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024 after an extended illness. May started his pastoral duties at Riverside Baptist Church in Asheville where he served for six years. Faye was a member of Grace Baptist Church, and she loved her church and her family. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Morganton. 25, 2025 Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements. Born in Burke County, NC on June 26, 1948, he was the son of the late Thomas E. , 50, of Morganton, NC passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024. Mildred Steele Wallis, 94, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024. She was born on November 25, 1958 in Burke County to Herb and Norma Gibbs. Clark. Gayle loved gardening, puzzles, watching hummingbirds from her front porch, and crafting. 12:00 p. Sossoman Funeral Home, nestled in the scenic town of Morganton, North Carolina, provides compassionate and dignified funeral services for the local community. David was a member of Hartland Missionary Methodist Church and volunteered as the church bus driver. Bobby was a veteran of the In order to assist in the arrangement process, please complete this online form and submit it to us. Banner was a member of North Morganton Baptist Church where she was active in the choir. proud to be a Burke Chamber Member. Danny was a member of Drexel First Church of God. F 1-828-437-8360 Christine G. He loved his family, especially being a Poppy to his grandchildren. Born in Burke County, NC on June 28, 1967, he was the youngest son of the late Paul Woody and Sarah “Sadie” Small Woody. Keels, 92, of Morganton, NC passed peacefully on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Grace Ridge Retirement Community with her family by her side. Along with his sons, he founded and co-owned Gragg Farm Supply. Ethel Lillian Morris, 101, of Morganton, NC, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 11, 2025, while surrounded by her family. He was born on May 31, 1945 in Camden, SC to the late Walter Ashby Rhame and Nelle Wannamaker Rhame. Born on March 18, 1994, he was the son of Greg Miller and Lisa Baker. Born on September 28, 1953, he was the son of Cordie Denton Shell and the late Cecil Oliver Shell. Born on January 23, 1939, he was the son of the late Robert and Vivian Grissom. He served in the US Air Force and was a true patriot. She was born on January 14, 1959 in Burke County to the late Charlie Luther Brown and Martha Griffin Brown. December 23, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. Steve Woody, 75, of Morganton, NC, transitioned peacefully to his Heavenly home on Sunday, September 15, 2024 while surrounded by his family. Louis, Jr. She enjoyed collecting antiques and gardening especially growing roses. Born in Morganton, NC on July 19, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Henry Samuel Fleming and Ina Lucinda Fox Fleming. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Ernest Edmond St. Funeral services provided by: Sossoman Funeral Home - Morganton. 1011 South Sterling Street PO Box 2608 (zip 28680), Morganton, NC 28655 Samantha “Mandy” Mathews, 45, of Morganton, NC passed away on Saturday June 8, 2024. Her gift was serving the community with her baking. Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements. Born on May 13, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary Lenora Hallman. Lillie was a member of and loved to attend Grace Baptist Church. Houck and Josie Fields Houck. Born in Burke County, NC on March 18, 1988, he was the son of Melinda Ann McNeilly Farr and the late Jimmy Von Farr. Trevor Eugene Dale, of Morganton, NC, went to be with the Lord on January 6th, 2024. Military honors provided by the NC National Guard and Caldwell County Veteran Honor Guard. Larry was a member of Summitt Community Church. Gragg and Viola Gragg. Born on November 6, 1952, she is the daughter of the late Thurman “Buster” Garrison and Margaret Causby Garrison. Zane retired from Dana Corporation. Phillip Kurt Padgett, 80, of Morganton, NC, gained his heavenly home on Thursday, November 28, 2024. All 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. Joyce C. Born in Burke County, NC on August 28, 1935, he was the son of the late Hardee C. Laws, 75, of Morganton, NC died Saturday, October 5, 2024. Daniel was a member of Nowlings Chapel Freewill Baptist Church. A graveside will be held at 2pm, Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Burke Memorial Park with the Rev. is proud to offer We Remember memorial 1948 — 2023. Phillip was a member of Snow Hill Church and a veteran of the US Marine Corps. Judy Lee Graves LeCroy Mrs. Gayle Greene, 64 of Morganton, NC passed away, Monday, December 2, 2024. Frankie “Peggy” Herd, 85, of Morganton, NC, left her earthly home Thursday, December 26, 2024. Born on April 30, 1949, he was the son of the late Clarence Wilson and Betty Chapman. Nell was a devoted member of First Methodist Church in Conover, where she found comfort and fellowship. Brown, 65, of Morganton, NC passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Dennis Warlick, 61, of Morganton, NC passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 21, 2024. 1011 South Sterling Street PO Box 2608 (zip 28680), Morganton, NC 28655 Kirksey Funeral Home Obituaries in Morganton, NC Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center Obituaries in Morganton, NC Valdese Family Funeral Care Obituaries. 1, 1959 - Oct. Search & Browse Memorials and Obituaries from Sossoman Funeral Home Inc. Aaron worked as a cook for Autumn Care of Drexel for a number of years. Yvonne worked and retired as a nurse from Broughton Hospital. a funeral with your loved one present, followed by cremation. Paul was a member of Walker Road Baptist Church. She was born on December 6, 1978 in Mason County, KY to the late David Mathews and Barbara Wilson Mathews. David Beam, 81, of Morganton, NC, died Friday, February 23, 2024. Born and raised in Morganton, NC on August 2, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Philip H. Born on November 7, 1974, he was the son of Danny and Delores Crump. Find service information, send flowers, and leave memories and thoughts in the Guestbook for your loved one. Molinda Lovelace Karpman, 76, of Morganton, NC passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023. Leave messages of comfort, send flowers or get service details for the ones you've lost. Leroy worked as a crane operator at SGL Carbon. Chad Putnam, 49, from Canton, NC, journeyed to his heavenly home on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Larry Eugene Bolton, 72, of Morganton, NC, passed away peacefully at his home Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Nick Hartwell Mitchell, 52, of Morganton, NC, died Saturday, September 27, 2024. Jim was a hard-working truck driver and dedicated employee for Drexel Heritage and Henredon until they closed. Herb was a jack of all trades, from soldier to furniture sales. We are a full service funeral provider that offers traditional funeral services, graveside services, memorial services and cremation services. William “Billy” Gene Grissom, 85 of Morganton, NC passed away, Thursday, October 10, 2024. Judy was a member of East Valdese Baptist Church. She was born in Burke County August 28, 1967 to Betty Mitchell Clark and the late Robert H. Skip to content. Born on April 27, 1960, she was the daughter of the late David and Jewel Spires. F 1-828-437-8360 Ruth Waters Cook, 88, of Morganton, NC, died Thursday, January 9, 2025. , Morganton NC, 28655) or Amorem General Fund (902 Kirkwood St. Ron Cooper, 68 of Morganton, NC went to his Lord and Savior, Friday, July 19, 2024. Jan. Who We Are . Nancy Jo Duckworth, 80, of Morganton, NC passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024. The graveside service will be held at 2:30 p. Leave a tribute for Lloyd Bartlett. The funeral service will be at 2 p. Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with arrangements. 8, Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. Nora married her late husband, Walter Jones Benfield, in 1964, and together they had a large extended family. Larry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and patriot. Danny Allen Crump, 71, of Morganton, NC, joined his heavenly father on Sunday, November 17, 2024. She could make anything she could imagine. Marsha Brown Murray Pittman, 79, of Morganton, NC, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Born in Burke County, NC on March 21, 1949, he was the son of the late Frank Junior Woody and Frances Perkins Woody. Born in New York on July 6, 1983, he was the son of James Marion Caiaccia and Nancy Ann Vielie Caiaccia. Born in Burke County, N Con January 9, 1972, he was the son of Winston Bristol Mitchell and the late Connie Lynne Freeman Mitchell. Thomas Edward Tapp, Jr. Morganton, NC 28655 North Carolina 28655. Brown. Thomas attended Laurel Haven Baptist Church. org or The Humane Society of Burke County, Friends for Animals, PO BOX 1884, Morganton, NC 28680. Feb. McNeely and Isabelle Aileen Pruett McNeely. and Brenda Faye Bishop Denton. Although often referred to as, “Little Major,” he will be remembered for his big personality and unparalleled skill of storytelling. I just saw the obituary for Robert. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Rose Laqueta Carroll, 71, of Morganton, NC, died Thursday, July 18, 2024. Rita was a member of First Baptist Church in Morganton, and she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who will be greatly missed. The funeral will be held at 1 p. Lynn Reid, 68, of Morganton, NC went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 20, 2024. In addition to his late parents, Yates was preceded in death by his sons, Randy Lynn Baker and Timothy Yates Baker; ex-wife, Eula Baker; siblings, Cleta Franklin, Lucille Baker, Hubert Baker, Gene Baker, Glen Baker, Arlene Rowe, Tate Baker, Reba Dandridge, Romilda Rev. Rickey Lee Lackey, Sr. Lillie enjoyed gardening and tending to her flowers. David attended Bible Gospel Baptist Church. The family encourages those that attend to wear Carolina Tar Heels blue and share with one another happy memories of Jeff. PO Box 2608 Morganton, NC 28680 P 1-828-437-3211. The family will receive friends from 7:00pm until 8:30pm, Friday, June 28, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. All 71 Newdale Church Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714. and Anna Marie Crawley Miller. Obituaries of Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center. He was surrounded by love Chris Witherspoon, 53, of Morganton, NC passed away surrounded by his family and friends on Thursday, June 22, 2023. He was born in Cleveland County, NC on December 30, 1932 to the late Zero Guy Short and Cora Hunt Short. of Morganton, NC died peacefully at AMOREM March 21, 2024. Reba graduated from Morganton High School in 1953 and Mars Hill College in 1955. She was born on March 15, 1943 in Marion, NC to Norman “Lee” Swann and Bessie Knight Swann and Mark S. Louis. Louis, Sr. PO Box 2608 Morganton, NC 28680 Linda Miller Garrison, 74, of Morganton, NC, was welcomed home this morning (Wednesday, June 12, 2024) by the Good Shepherd and was greeted by name. Born in Rowan County, NC on January 27, 1987, she was the daughter of Joe Ben Harris, Jr. Born in Yancey County, NC on August 27, 1938, he was the son of the late Woodrow Hensley and Lee Ann Edwards Hensley. She was also an airline attendant with TWA. Penny attended Sunnyside Baptist Church. Aaron Matthew Rodriquez, 49, of Morganton, NC passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 23, 2024. Born in Burke County, NC on November 2, 1964, she was the daughter of Margaret Newton Smith and the late Gerald Carlot Smith. Born on November 2, 1929, she was the daughter to the late Grover “Red” and Matilda Stroupe. Born in Burke County, NC on July 15, 1948, he was the son of the late Joseph Robert Taylor and Margaret Wilson Taylor Propst. Leroy Horney, 72, of Morganton, NC, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024 while surrounded by his family. Lovelace and Rebecca Weeks Lovelace. Obituaries John Robert “Bob” Hewat John Robert “Bob” Hewat. She lived for making memories with her grandchildren. on We Remember. Born in Burke County, NC on January 22, 1980, he was the son of Susan Marlene Coffey Carswell and the late Edward Eugene Carswell. Recent Obituaries Heritage uses Tributes. Born on April 8, 1941 in Morganton, she was the daughter of the late Glenwood Grady and Marie Alma Grady. PO Box 2608 Morganton, NC 28680 Oliver “Penny” Wayne Huffman, 81, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Born in Burke County, NC on October 11, 1962, he was the son of the late Hayden Ingram and Pearl Winkler Ingram. Nora was born in Burke County, NC on April 5, 1941 to the late Charles Branch and Fannie Navy Branch. Daniel Hensley, 85, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Linda G. King St. and Willa Weaver Alexander. He was a helpful man who loved his family more than anything. Born in Burke County, NC on May 20, 1963, he was the son of Emma Jeanette Propst Jarrett and the late Harry Samuel Jarrett. Born in Burke County, NC on April 1, 1939, he was the son of the late Herman Wise and Ruth Rudisill Wise. Bo was a member of Silver Creek Baptist Church. PO Box 2608 Morganton, NC 28680 David Morris Wakefield, 64 of Morganton, NC passed away, Monday, November 18, 2024. She was born on May 21, 1942, in Burke County to the late Murrel Glenn Settlemyre and Katie (Kate) Elizabeth Reep Settlemyre. William Robert “Bob” Trent, 73, of Morganton, NC, died Sunday, December 1, 2024. She was born to the late Milton and Cynthia Singleton in Morganton on May 3, 1955. Frankie was a member of Summit Community Church. is proud to offer We Remember memorial pages. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Friends of the Burke County Public Library, 204 S. Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. Subscribe to our newsletter and get the latest obituaries directly to your inbox daily. Tapp and Lillian Beatrice Fleming Tapp. Faye D. Donations in memory of Susan may be made to these charities if desired. Farr, 36, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Shawn B. A funeral service will be held at noon, Saturday, June 29, 2024 at St. . Born in Burke County, NC on December 18, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Odell Icard and Azalee Annie Taylor Icard. Why Have a Funeral; The Benefits of Having a Funeral Service; 220 Avery Ave. St. Born January 19, 1953 in Burke County, NC, she was a daughter of the late John Walter Ollis and Oneda Williams Ollis. Deborah was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and attended Mulls Grove Baptist Church. Originally from Rutherfordton and Cleveland County in North Carolina, Betty was the daughter of George Elliott and Ada Lydia Gold and the youngest of many John H. , Sunday, December 29, 2024 in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home. We will contact you when we receive it. Randy Clark officiating. William Gresham OrrisonJune 30, 1943 - January 15, 2025With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Dr. , Morganton, NC 28655 or Burke County United Way, 121 W Union St. Born in Burke County, NC on May 13, 1953, he was the son of Truette John Crump and the late Myrna Margaret Trumble Crump. Box 37022, Boone, IA 50037-0022. Born in Burke County, NC on May 1, 1966, he was the son of Barbara Emma Abee Mace and the late Jerry Louis Mace. He was lovingly surrounded by his wife of 71 years, his 4 children and a son-in-law. Ruth attended Burkemont Baptist Church for many years and was a former Sunday school teacher. Carol A. Shawn was a member of Son Light Baptist Church, where he sang in the choir. , Friday, July 12, 2024 in the Colonial Chapel of Sossoman Funeral Home with Rev. Danny was a US Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War. Both Bob and Cathy enjoy playing golf and the great outdoors. Donald Farris and Pastor Patrick Bradshaw officiating. She was born on January 25, 1932 in Candler County GA to the late James Cannady and Hattie Durden Cannady. Shirley Ann Taylor, 73, of Morganton, NC, took her heavenly flight on Thursday, January 2, 2025 peacefully in her sleep. Tribute Wall. Born on October 30, 1960, he was the son of the late Lee McLendon "Mac" Wakefield and Evelyn Wakefield. O. PO BOX 2608 Morganton, NC 28680 (828) 437-3211. She loved her church and was strong in her faith. Born on June 25, 1963, she was the daughter of Peggy Greene and the late Francis Lee Richardson. Born in Caldwell County, NC on January 4, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Lewis Wesley Glazebrook and Cinderella Price Glazebrook. Nick loved mowing grass, woodworking, and his family. Aaron Edward Carswell, 44, of Morganton, NC, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024. Velva Parrish, 75, of Morganton, NC, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023. She enjoyed working at Shadowline for over 30 years and then loved caring for her patients at JIRDC for over 10 years after that. Box 3083, Morganton, NC 28680-3083. Rita Jean Grady Cannon, 83, of Morganton, NC, passed away Friday, November 15, 2024. Donald B. Julia Swann Pittman, 81, of Morganton, NC passed away on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Nancy loved her family dearly. Grief Support Logan MillerMarch 18, 1994 - February 3, 2025Logan Miller, 30, of Morganton, NC passed away, on Monday, February 3, 2025. Sonya Arrowood Carpenter, 60, of Morganton, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 3, 2024 after a brief illness. 828-608-0873 828-608-0873 Email Us [email protected] Allen Mace, 58, of Morganton, NC, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, July 29, 2024. Ruth was a member of El Bethel Baptist Church where she In order to assist in the arrangement process, please complete this online form and submit it to us. Born in Avery County, NC on October 10, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Charles William Turbyfill and Okie Darnell Turbyfill. F 1-828-437-8360 Julie Elaine Epley of Morganton, NC, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. More and more people are choosing cremation over traditional burial, but most aren’t familiar with the many options: a cremation without a funeral or memorial service of any kind. Lisa Moses, 61 of Morganton, NC passed away, Friday, August 2, 2024. Lisa was of the Baptist Faith. The funeral home offers a variety of services, ranging from traditional funerals and cremation services to memorial ceremonies that celebrate a person's life rather than mourn their passing. Pitts. Carol was an award-winning quilt maker and member of Praise Assembly of God. He was born on February 15, 1970 in Burke County where he was raised by his loving parents, Odell and Mary Ellen Witherspoon. He worked for many years in the textile industry. Our beloved mother and grandmother, Wilma Baker Woody, 75, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with her Savior on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Born in Lenoir, NC on December 26, 1962, he was the son of the late John and Sarah Cox. Major Ambrose Buff III, of Morganton, NC, passed away peacefully on July 20th, 2024. Jimmy graduated from Hibriten High School and served in In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Oak Hill UMC 2239 NC 181, Morganton NC 28655. Born in Randolph County In order to assist in the arrangement process, please complete this online form and submit it to us. C. Originally from Rutherfordton and Cleveland County in North Carolina, Betty was the daughter of George Elliott and Ada Lydia Gold and the youngest of many doting siblings who preceded her Major Ambrose Buff III, of Morganton, NC, passed away peacefully on July 20th, 2024. Ernest Marvin Smith, 105, of Morganton, NC passed from this life on February 4, 2025, after a period of declining health. at Grace Episcopal Church, 303 South King Street, Morganton, NC 28655. Greene, 84, of Morganton, NC went to his Heavenly Home on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Vicki Winkler, 62, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Born in Morganton, NC on September 11, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Howard Stokes Caraway and Lucy Norman Caraway. Lovelace, 79, of Morganton, NC passed away, on Friday, May 24, 2024. Ernest was preceded in death by his wife, Velva; sons, Hubert Ray Smith and Ernest Marvin Smith Jr. He was born on July 23, 1950 in Rowan County to the late Robert Alexander, Sr. Deborah Lynn Griffin, 59, of Morganton, NC, died Saturday, August 3, 2024. Born in Nash County, NC, she was the daughter of the late James Allen Newell and Lottie Mae Smith Tallent. When we take your loved one into our care, it is our commitment to you and your family that we will serve your needs with care and compassion, providing the highest quality service. Born in Caldwell County, NC on May 3, 1963, he was the son of the late Harold Dillard Money and Judy Ann Griffin Christian. Roger was a graduate of NC State University with View All Obituaries. Velva was a Obituaries and announcements from Sossoman Funeral Home, as published in The Advocate Search Morganton, North Carolina recent obituaries and death notices. Gary was a member of Burkemont Baptist Church, and he loved his church family and singing in the choir. She worked for Burke County Social Services as a There will be a celebration of life gathering on Saturday, August 19, 2023, from 1:00pm-3:00pm at Sossoman Funeral Home at 1011 South Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655. Or, visit our funeral home in person at your convenience. Born in Burke County, NC n July 4, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Thomas J. Jack Marion Gragg, 89, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Scott was a member of Bible Missionary Baptist Church. Sossoman Funeral Home Inc. He loved his church and spending time with his family. Dorothy "Dottie Ann" WilliamsJune 8, 1946 - February 26, 2024Dorothy "Dottie Ann" Williams, 77, of Morganton, NC, died Monday, February 26, 2024. 220 Avery Ave. Cecil was a US Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War. Born in Lee County, SC on August 28, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Grover C. Born on June 2, 1932 in Yancey County, she was the daughter of the late Wilks and Mae McMahan. Born in Burke County, NC on March 31, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Pete A. Christopher Alan Michaels, 54, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 4, 2024 after battling a long medical issue. Yates was born in Morganton, NC on June 29, 1939 to the late McKinley and Ruth Whitener Baker. David retired from the City of Morganton after 31 years at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Don Denton and Rev. He was a devoted brother, uncle, grandson, and friend who enjoyed helping In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be sent to The First United Methodist Church Building Preservation Fund (200 N. She was a member of Denton’s Chapel Church. Dr. Born in Catawba County, NC on January 12, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Thomas “Roscoe” Dale and Onie Lee Keaver Dale. Lisa Renee Clark Preslar, 57, was called into the presence of God on Thursday, October 18, 2024. F 1-828-437-8360 Jimmy Lee Cox, 61, of Morganton, NC passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024 while surrounded by family and friends. Mary Huffman Banner, 91, of Morganton, NC, died Saturday, July 27, 2024. on We Sossoman Funeral Home Inc. He was born in Morganton on July 25, 1960 to the late Wilbert “Wimp” Reid Carswell and Betty “Joanne” Carswell. Frye, 72 of Morganton, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, January 31, 2025. Born in Cleveland County, NC on June 29, 1943, he was the son of the late Oliver Alexander Huffman and Paulin Towery Huffman. Powerhouse Rd, Morganton NC 28655. Dawn loved arts and crafts and giving her paintings to her family. m. Jeff Lane officiating. 11, 2024 Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements. He was a 1963 graduate of Camden High School. 1011 South Sterling Street PO Box 2608 (zip 28680), Morganton, NC 28655 Nora Branch Benfield, 83, of Morganton, NC passed away on August 20, 2024. Danny was a member of Mt. Born in Burke County, NC on May 5, 1966, she was the daughter of the late Clara Smith Benton. proud to be a Instagram Facebook Youtube. He passed away peacefully at the new home he and his mother shared in Morganton, NC. Plan A Funeral . Thank you for visiting McCain Funeral Home and Cremations. Linda loved to cook. Tamra Haney, 64, of Morganton, NC passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023 at home surrounded by family and friends. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Morganton, NC Robert “Herb” Gibbs, 91, of Morganton, NC, found peace with the love of his life in the early hours of Monday, May 27, 2024. Burke County Genealogy Resources Burke County, USGenWeb North Carolina Archives search online Burke County, North Carolina obituaries, deaths, cemetery and other records. A memorial service will follow at 2:00pm in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Pastor Kevin Crawford Jimmy “Scott” Banner, 56, of Morganton, NC, died Monday, September 16, 2024. Thomas William Campbell, 78, of Morganton, NC, entered his heavenly home on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Mrs. Robert Bruce Crawley, 61, of Morganton, NC entered the pearly gates and met his Savior on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Shepherd of Morganton, NC, passed away at the age of 93 on Sunday, April 30, 2023, after a short illness. Born in Burke, NC on December 28, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Sandy Clark and Iva Mattie Browning Clark. , Morganton, NC 28655. Rita loved the Lord and was a member of El Bethel Baptist Church. Jeffrey Reid Carswell, 63, of Morganton, NC passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Morganton, NC 28655 Mail. Mike attended Grace Baptist Church. “Bo” Denton, Jr. Memorials may be sent to Burkemont Baptist Church, 4668 Burkemont Rd, Morganton NC 28655 or to ALS Association, P. A. Sossoman Funeral Home - Morganton. Visit our Granite Falls location Danny Allen Crump, 71, of Morganton, NC, joined his heavenly father on Sunday, November 17, 2024. Obituaries Ernest “Ernie” Wilson Morgan Ernest “Ernie” Wilson Morgan. Allen worked at Hairfield Vault Company for over 40 years, the last few of which he served at plant manager. 1011 South Sterling Street Morganton, NC 28655 Mail. Born in Burke County, NC on July 24, 1946, she was the daughter of the late James Woodrow Orders and Florence Odell Pearson Orders. Offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial for free. I am so sorry for the family. Resources. After retirement, David worked for Handy Care. 2023 at Sossoman Funeral Home. He loved his family, was an avid fisherman, fly tier and an outdoor enthusiast. Bob Alexander, 74, of Morganton, NC passed away to be with the love of his life, Tammy Horton Alexander on Sunday, September 29, 2024. F 1-828-437-8360 Rebecca Pitts Mitchell, affectionately known as “Gee”, 75, of Jamestown, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Tapp had attended Slades Chapel AME Zion Church and later St. Memorial contributions should be directed to Bethel Church Cemetery Fund, 5011 Dysartsville Road, Morganton, NC, 28655, or the Michael J. She was a member of Zion Baptist Church. Surrounded by family and laughter, Betty Deviney Daniels, 89, of Morganton, NC, gently and peacefully returned to her eternal home on September 9, 2024, after a season of declining health. He served two tours and was awarded the Purple Heart twice. He was a native of Burke County, NC born September 22, 1936 to the late Walter Oran Abernathy and Julia Abee Abernathy. He was born on March 5, 1945 in Rutherford County to the late Bonnie and Minnie Buff Lovelace. and the late Vivian H. She was selfless, faithful, and full of grace. He loved spending time with his family. Born on August 27th, 1946, he was the son of the late Willa Mae Causby Mull and Major Ambrose Buff II. Jack was a member of Arney’s Fairview Church. Leroy Abernathy, 87, of Morganton went home with Jesus on February 23, 2024 after numerous operations. Dawn Renee Story, 64, of Morganton, NC, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024. Born in Rutherford County, NC on March 8, 1946, he was the son of the late James Andrew Campbell and Ruth Elizabeth Pursley Campbell. Born in Burke County, NC on April 16, 1968, he was the son of Jimmy Banner and the late Lois Mastin Banner. May 23, 1924 - Aug. Born in Columbus County, NC on December 19, 1938, he was the son of the late Lee Barry Turbeville and Ethel Dora Bown Turbeville. Howard Wilson and Evie Wilson. He enjoyed fishing, working in hayfields, and keeping a team of mules. He was born on October 25, 1927, in Central Falls, Rhode Island, the son of Ernest E. Search Morganton, Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements. 28655. Rita Carol McCoy, 65, of Morganton, NC, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, September 19, 2024. He was born on November 12, 1971 in Burke County to Jack Stuart Harris and the late Nancy Jane Uselton Harris. Ralph May, Pastor Emeritus, 85, of Morganton, NC passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Planning Ahead → You can plan ahead to help your family at a time of loss. ; granddaughters, Miranda and Christy Denton; grandson, Jason Denton; brothers, Horace, Garfield, and Gravis; sister, Grace Chapman; parents, Tull Granny Ruth McMahan Epley, 92 of Morganton, NC passed away, Saturday, January 18, 2025. Bill was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. Vicki was a member of Hartland Baptist Church and an active member of the Hartland Community. Christine G. The memorial service will follow at 6 p. Home Baptist Church. Born on April 12, 1986 in Morganton, to Earlene Boyd Kincaid and the late Terry L. Morganton, NC 28680 P 1-828-437-3211. He loved the Lord and was a member of El Bethel Baptist Church. 1948 — 2023. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Carolyn Anderson, whom the family wishes to thank for caring for our Dad during his illness; twin daughters, Kate Foster (Paul) of Hickory, NC and Ellen Settlemyer of Morganton, NC; and step-daughter, Ashley Castle (Elijah) of Sanford, NC, (whom Butch loved as if she were his own daughter); and Harold Mikeal “Mike” Money, 60, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 6, 2024. Planning Ahead. She was a devoted friend, selfless caregiver, and loving mother and grandmother. Born in South Carolina on December 15, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Henry Thomas Waters and Ethel Lorine Crumley Waters. Emma “Betsy” Settlemyre Goodnight, 82, of Morganton, NC passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024. Born in Burke County, NC on March 27, 1962, she was the daughter of the late Richard Gene Barrier and Mary Mull Swink. Kyle Blackburn Brown, 38, of Morganton, NC passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Amber had attended River Valley Reba Fleming Stephens, 89, of Morganton, NC, peacefully passed away Friday, November 15, 2024. Born in Avery County, NC on March 27, 1952, he was the son of the late Solomon and Fannie Horney. 19, 7:30 pm at Sossoman Funeral Home. Born in Philadelphia, PA on July 31, 1953, he was the son of the late Ulysses Roberts and Lucille Foster Roberts. Mark Allison Woody, 56, of Morganton, NC, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 26, 2024, just two days shy of his 57th birthday. 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. , 64, of Morganton, NC passed away, Sunday, October 13, 2024. F 1-828-437-8360 Ruth Reed, 81, of Morganton, NC, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025. 1011 South Bobby Arlen Denton, 85, of Morganton, NC, died Thursday, December 5, 2024. Zane Gray Short, 90, of Morganton, NC went home to be with the Lord on September 11, 2023 after several years of declining health. He loved his family, being outside planting flowers. , Thursday at Sunset Memory Gardens in Cecil Turbeville, 85, of Morganton, NC, died Monday, September 2, 2024. , 49, of Morganton, NC passed away, Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Marsha was an active member of North Morganton United Methodist Church. A reception and celebration of life will be held in the Parish Hall following the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mount Home Baptist Church, 2272 Mount Home Church Road, Morganton, NC 28655, or to North Morganton Baptist Church, 101 View Street, Morganton, NC 28655. Huffman and Lizzie Ledbetter Huffman. Curtis, 57, of Morganton, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Born in Randolph County, NC on April 13, 1948, she is the daughter of the late Thomas Franklin Lambe and Velva Merline Culler Lambe. Pansy loved her family. Grief Support. Born in Beaufort, SC on July 10, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Gordon Brown Murray and Bertha Faith Wheeler Murray Paschal. Brittany Elizabeth Ferguson, 23, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Paul Edward Shell, 71 of Morganton, NC passed away, Friday, November 22, 2024. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. Danny Newton Crump, Jr. Shirley loved to travel and help with mission work. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home. Betty was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who dearly loved her family. Yount, 72 of Morganton, NC passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025. Born in Avery County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Ray Pagan and Sarah Isaacs Johnson. Obituaries Services . , 76, of Morganton, NC, had his heavenly appointment on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Betsy was a masterful weaver, and she shared her knowledge of the craft with countless students. Born in Hot Springs, Arkansas on July 8, 2000, she was the daughter of Nicholas Ferguson and the late Tammy Harris Ferguson. Mark Yvonne Mavis Jamison, 68, of Morganton, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on March 27, 2024. Born in Burke County, NC on April 25, 1970, he was the son of Billy Ray Michaels and Linda A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 2:30 p. Obituaries Mrs. , Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. Rev. Born on July 1, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Daniel Wilson and Cora Wilson Hampton. He was surrounded by love. Born in Burke County, NC on July 6, 1932, he was the son of the late Wade Hampton Gibbs and Lillie McCall Gibbs. She was born on November 13, 1943 in Burke County to the late Thomas Dale and Onie Keaver Dale. Lillie Elizabeth Chisholm, 81, of Morganton, NC passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024. Born in McDowell County, NC on June 28, 1944, he was the son of the late Jack Morgan and Josephine Padgett. F 1-828-437-8360 In order to assist in the arrangement process, please complete this online form and submit it to us. He was born on June 19, 1963 in Burke County to the late Richard Warlick and Viola Coffey Warlick. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Lake James, 1865 N. Leland Wannamaker Rhame, 79, of Morganton, NC died Friday, September 13, 2024 after a short, acute medical crisis. Linda adored her two grandchildren dearly. He was a loving husband, father, brother, and uncle. Born on March 15, 1956, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Paris Cooper. Lisa was a 1985 graduate of Freedom High School in Morganton, NC, and furthered her studies at Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte, NC. Name * Your email address In order to assist in the arrangement process, please complete this online form and submit it to us. Kevin Alexander Wilson, 75 of Morganton passed away, Monday, June 24, 2024. Kyle was loved by many and always could make you laugh with his witty personality. Brittany loved the Lord and was a member of New Manna Baptist Church. Nell Johnson, 92, of Morganton, NC passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025. Violet Mary Moretz, 83, of Morganton, NC, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025. 9, 1941 - Jan. Sossoman Funeral Home was founded in 1949 as a small enterprise to provide helpful services for families in grief. Mr. The funeral will be held at 11 a. The funeral will begin at 1:30pm at Bethel Methodist Church on Dysartsville Road with Rev. Shirley Elkins, 73 of Morganton, NC passed away, Thursday, January 19, 2023. Ann Dietz, 82, of Morganton, NC, died Thursday, May 23, 2024. Obituaries Linda Mae York Huffman Linda Mae York Huffman. Pansy Lane, 96, of Morganton, NC passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Campbell, 79, of Morganton, NC, died Sunday, February 18, 2024. Judy Ann McCall, 78, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, December 13, 2024. Born in Ontario, Canada on November 18, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Robert Carl Beyeors and Mary Joseph Hanley Beyeors. Leave a tribute for Linda Mae York Huffman. He will be deeply missed by his students, Morganton, NC 28680 P 1-828-437-3211. Born in Avery County, NC on October 10, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Charles William Read Sossoman Funeral Home obituaries, find service information, send sympathy gifts, or plan and price a funeral in Morganton, NC Browse Morganton local obituaries on Legacy. He was a member of First United Methodist Church all of his life. Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research, Grand Central Station, P. Location. Although a private person, Julie stated that if anyone asked how she wanted to be remembered, it would be “I give Jesus credit for everything good in my Sossamon Funeral Home operates as a family owned and family served business. Cremation services in Morganton, NC. In addition to his late parents, Yates was preceded in death by his sons, Randy Lynn Baker and Timothy Yates Baker; ex-wife, Eula Baker; siblings, Cleta Franklin, Lucille Baker, Hubert Baker, Gene Baker, Glen Baker, Arlene Rowe, Tate Baker, Reba Roger Dale Harris, 52, of Morganton, NC passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 15, 2024. James “Jim” Wise, 84, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 4 ,2023. Trevor was born on June 13th, 1998, in Morganton, NC. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request donations be made to the Lake James VFD Station 68, 3222 NC-126, Morganton, NC 28655 in Tom’s memory. NW, Lenoir NC, 28645). Shirley was a member of Solid Rock Baptist Church. Search Morganton, North Carolina recent obituaries and death notices. Born in Burke County, NC on October 5, 1974, he was the son of the late John Harry Denton, Sr. He attended W. Shane V. Betty Lou Head, 97, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Lloyd Bartlett, 78 of Morganton, NC passed away, Tuesday, March 19, 2024. He was born on January 8, 1939 in Arkansas to the late Winfred May and Flossie Stewart May. Amy Stroupe Kincaid, 94, of Morganton, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, August 2, 2024. Donald was a graduate of Salem High School where he played football, basketball, and baseball. She was a loving mother and grandmother. In order to assist in the arrangement process, please complete this online form and submit it to us. Crossnore. Memorials may be made to Denton’s Chapel Church, 5358 Denton’s Chapel Road, Morganton, NC 28655 or to Via Health Partners, 101 Lenoir Street, Morganton, NC 28655. Dennis had attended Mountain Grove United Methodist Church and worked at Timberwoods Restaurant. Memorial service. com. Born in Knox County, TN on January 11, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Ethel Clevenger. Morganton, NC (828) 437-3211 Send flowers. Thank you. Her hands loved and fed her family well. Ann was a member of Quaker Meadows Presbyterian Church where she did the newsletter, was an elder, and was a lay minister for over 12 years. As a lover of nature and science, she worked for the water departments of both Asheville, NC and Boone, NC. Judy Lee Graves LeCroy. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a. Obituaries from Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center in Morganton, North Carolina. Box 4777, New York, NY. Born on August 31, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Born in Wayne County, MI on April 6, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Milburn Risdon Ruth Reed, 81, of Morganton, NC, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025. Crossnore Communities for Children, PO Box 249, Crossnore, NC 28616 or at www. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hopewell Baptist Church, 1112 Hopewell Road, Morganton, NC 28655 and Amorem Support, 902 Kirkwood Street, NW, Lenoir, NC 28645. All In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Morganton Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2187 Jamestown Road, Morganton, N. Burke Sue Dale, 79 of Morganton, NC went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday afternoon, January 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her home. Danny Eugene Taylor, 76, of Marion, NC, died Thursday, August 29, 2024. For immediate assistance: (828) 874-0411 | heritagefs@heritagefuneralservices. Morganton, NC 28680 Dr. David Eugene Ingram, 62, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 18, 2024. Kevin was a veteran of the US Army having served in Vietnam. Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family In order to assist in the arrangement process, please complete this online form and submit it to us. Kathy L. She worked as a registered nurse at UNC Health Caldwell for 28 years. Townsend, 65, of Morganton, NC passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 13, 2024. Born on July 28, 1945, she was the daughter of the late William and Vernie Houser. Christine was a devoted member of Burkemont Baptist Church. Born in Burke County, NC on April 9, 1939, he was the son of the late Ben Denton and Virgie Smith Michaels. Amber Dawn Harris, 37, of Morganton, NC, went to her heavenly home on Monday, June 3, 2024. Rhame was the founder and former owner of Blue Ridge Audiology in Morganton. He enjoyed doing anything outside, especially hunting and The family will receive friends from 5pm until 7pm, Monday, April 15, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. Born in Burke County, NC on January 27, 1967, he was the son of the late Buford Venard Curtis and Norma Kay Reep Curtis. Molinda served in the US Air Force at the Pentagon for four years. Born in Hickory, NC on June 8, 1946, she was the daught Rev. He was the definition of what a real man is supposed to be. The Reverend Doctor Bob D. 5th Generation Family Owned Larry Kent Jarrett, 61, of Glen Alpine, NC, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 9, 2024. He was born on October 15, 1959 in Catawba County to the late James Townsend and Merle Bollinger Townsend. She was a loving wife and mother, and friend to anyone she met. It is there that he met the love of his life and wife of 55 years, Patsy. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. William Gresham Orrison, age 81, on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. proud to be a Browse The News Herald obituaries, conduct other obituary searches, offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial. He was a special man and officer. O. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Nowlings Chapel Freewill Baptist Church, P. He was born on October 15, 1940 in Caldwell County to the late Turner Greene and Dulce Younce Greene. Matthew August Caiaccia, 41, of Morganton, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 18, 2024. Burial will follow at Glen Alpine Cemetery. Rickey was the best husband, father, grandfather and brother. and Yvonne Bergeron St. Dec. Born in Burke County, NC on February 26, 1963, she is the daughter of Frankie “Peggy” Caraway Herd and the late Ernest Luther Arrowood, Jr. Welcome to McCain Funeral Home And Cremations LLC. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Sonya was a devoted wife and mother who had unending love for her family. He was a US Marine Corps Veteran and volunteered with Toys for Tots. Born in Madison County, NC on August 27, 1949, she was the daughter of the Lisa C. wcudqr muav pwjt lyjddbc pjyvxl dps kvhlm wttrx qpaebs cjhi dpiddbkqd skia irliue vsjutpp khbj