All Obituaries

Matt McInnis, age 43, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 12, 2019.  A native of New York, New York, Matt was born on September 30, 1975 to Tom and Pauline McInnis.  Matt was a man of many talents who used his skills to not only provide for his family but to also improve the lives of many who were down on their luck and in need of help.  He had a special place in his heart for those less fortunate than he and his family.  Matt acted on his feelings for others in...

Jewel Lamb Noblitt, age 69, of Marion, went home to be with the Good Lord on Tuesday, September 10, 2019.  Jewel‘s desire to be at home when she passed became a reality for her and with her family at her side, her transition from this side of eternity to everlasting peace was complete.  The cares of this world have been set aside and she is now in the blessed presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  A native of McDowell County, She was born on May 30, 1950 to the...

    Rodger Willis, age 64, of Morganton, reunited with his wife of 40 years, Linda Kistler Willis, in heaven on Friday, September 6, 2019.  Born in Nebo on May 16, 1955, Rodger was the son of the late Roy and Ola Mae Willis. Rodger was a long time active member of West Court Baptist Church.  Rodger enjoyed being outdoors, whether hunting or simply taking care of his yard.  A gun enthusiast, Rodger liked to buy, trade, and collect guns.  He also had a passion...

Mrs. Peggy Fender Duncan, age 84, of Marion, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at her home following a period of declining health.  A native of Madison County, Peggy was born on November 19, 1934 to the late Jim and Easter Rice Fender.  She was employed with the McDowell County School System in the Dietary Department.  A wonderful mother, grandmother and dedicated wife, her hard work and willingness to help others will be long remembered.  She enjoyed puttering in her...

Charles Lee Arrowood, age 77, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville.  Charles was born in Spindale on September 6, 1941 to the late Boyd E. Arrowood and Lucille Gallion Arrowood.    Charles grew up in Vein Mountain and graduated from Glenwood High class of 1959.  After high school, Charles served in the United States Army and was deployed to Germany.  After serving in the military, he attended...

Mr. Dallas Ledford, age 70, of Marion, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at Hospice of Carolina Foothills in Forest City.  Dallas was a native of Mitchell County, born in Grassy Creek on November 19, 1948 to the late Edgar Ledford and Clarice Franklin Ledford.  Dallas served in the United States Army, until he was medically discharged following surgery.  He was a member of the Marion Moose Lodge.  Dallas treasured working outside, whether...

Wanda Wilson Harmon, age 76, passed away five days after losing her son Darryl Harmon, on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.  A native of Meadowview, VA, Wanda was born on April 21, 1943 to the late William “Bill” Wilson and Blanche Widener Wilson.  She was an avid reader and a member of Parkers Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. What Wanda enjoyed most of all was spending time with her family and having their company. She was a sweet lady, and...

Ruth Morgan Borne, age 90, of Marion, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2019 at CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville. She was born in Marion on May 21, 1929 to the late Wates and Hattie Morgan. Ruth is preceded in death by her husband Donn C. Borne.   Surviving are her two children, Fred L. Borne of Glenwood and Donna Johnson and husband Randy of Hickory; and two grandchildren, Wendy Johnson and Clay Borne.    A private family memorial service will be held at...

 Heaven gained another old soldier when Mr. Eugene J. Pritchard, age 93, of Marion, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2019 at the home of his son in Taylorsville, KY following a period of declining health.  Gene was a native of the Roaring Creek community in Avery County, a son of the late Granville and Flossie Davis Pritchard, and was born on March 10, 1926.  Enlisting in the U. S. Army at the young age of 18, he was quickly baptized by fire in the harsh conditions on the...

Mrs. Peggy Church Hensley, age 81, of Marion, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2019 at CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville following several years of declining health.  Peggy was born in Valdese on August 19, 1937 to the late Odell Church and Irene Abee Church.  Early in her work life she was employed at Old Fort Finishing and after earning her Certified Nursing Assistant certificate she worked at Broughton Hospital in Morganton.  Her free time was devoted to her family...