Rutherford Weekly - Shelby NC
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Page 18 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, February 16-February 22, 2023 Terry Smith Terry Smith, age 68, of Forest City, passed away Friday, February 3, 2023. Terry was born July 13, 1954 in Rutherford County to Dorris Smith of Forest City and the late William "Bill" Lee Smith. He was a graduate of Chase High School. Terry worked for Timken Industries 40 years and owned and operated Terry's Lawn Care. He was a member of Providence United Methodist Church and also a member of the Marion Moose Lodge. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas "Tom" Smith. Besides he mother, those left to cherish his memory are his brothers and their wives, Charles Smith (Teresa) of Forest City, Ricky Smith (Ann) of Cliffside and Tim Smith (Becky) of Forest City; sister-in-law, Debbie Smith of Forest City; caregivers (niece), Jessica Smith Winn (Steven Winn) of Forest City; many niec- es and nephews, several great-nieces and nephews and two great-great nieces. The funeral was held February 8 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Bryan Melton officiating. Memorial donations requested to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC 28150. An online guest reg- istry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. J. P. Junior Bailey J. P. Junior Bailey, age 92, of Rutherfordton, passed away, Sunday, February 5, 2023. J. P. was born March 17, 1930 in Rutherford County to the late George Bailey and Ruth Hardin Bailey. He was a veteran of the US Army and of the Baptist faith. J.P. worked for AGI Manufacturing and Stonecutter Mill. In addition to his par- ents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Irene Dixon Bailey; son, Scott Bailey; brothers, Clifford, Roy, Dennis and Jake Bailey and a sister, Barbara Randolph. Those left to cher- ish fond memories include his wife, Vonnie Bailey; son, Dean Bailey (Annie) of Lyman, SC; daughter- in-law, Sherry Bailey of Rutherfordton; two grand- children, one great-grand- child, brothers, George Bailey of Sunshine and Norman Bailey of Boiling Springs; sisters, Jean Bailey of Boiling Springs and Pam Thomas of Gaffney, SC. A committal service was conducted February 9 in Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jerry Ruppe offi- ciating. Military honors were conducted by the Rutherford County Honor Guard. Memorial donations requested to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 335, Forest City, NC 28043. An online guest registry is available at www.harrel- sonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. Nellie T. Condrey Nellie T. Condrey, age 89 of Ellenboro died Saturday, February 4, 2023. Nellie was born August 17, 1933, in Rutherford County and was a daughter of the late Clemit B. Terry and Jeanette Davidson Terry. She was one of ten brothers and sisters some of which she helped raise. Nellie was a member of Corinth Baptist Church and was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert M. Condrey, her son, Ross Condrey, her grandson, Herbert Pritchard, brothers, Jerry Terry, Dural Terry, C. B. Terry, sisters, Tillie Props, Maxine Greene, and Brenda Manley. For many years she and her husband were owners and operators of Condrey's Restaurant in Ellenboro. After Herbert's death in 1986, she continued to oper- ate the restaurant until her retirement. Survivors include daughter, Drema Anne Taylor, brothers, Bruce Terry, Carolyn Curtis, and Geraldine Gibson, four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. The funeral was held February 8 at Corinth Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Conner and Rev. Ad Hopper officiating. Memorials may be made to Corinth Baptist Church, 767 Pinehurst Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040. An online guest reg- istry is available at www. padgettking.com Elizabeth A. Shelley Elizabeth A. Shelley, age 86 of Tryon, NC died Friday, February 3, 2023. Elizabeth was born August 13, 1936 in Flint, Michigan and was a daugh- ter of the late Charles and Florence Lamesfield Ehl. Survivors are daugh- ter Robin Dixon of Tryon, sons, Scott Maxwell and wife Wendy of Gilbert, AZ, John Acheff and wife Sharon and, Daniel Acheff and wife Nancy all of Littleton, CO, 17 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Richard Shelley and sister Joyce Ehl. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date. Donations in her mem- ory can be made to Foothills Humane Society, PO Box 985, Columbus NC 28722. An online guest reg- istry is available at www. padgettking.com Jessica Suzanne Hughey Jessica Suzanne Hughey passed away February 4, 2022. Born in Virginia August 28th, 1971, Jessica grew up in Sweden, Japan, Finland, Greece, India, Israel and The Republic of Congo. Following her moth- er's death, Jessica and her father made their home in Asheville. She was a mem- ber of Blue Ridge Biker Church. A Memorial service was held February 7 at Crowe's Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance https://ocrahope. org/get-involved/ David Franklin Martin David Franklin Martin age 68 went to be with his Lord February 5, 2023. David was the son of the late Paul Reid Martin and Rosa Lee Franklin Martin. Left to cherish his mem- ory are his wife, Monica Martin; daughters Katherine Rose, and Mary Therese Martin Sellers (Stacy Nicole Sellers); Brother Paul Richard Martin (Lavone); sister Benita Martin. In addition to his par- ents he was preceded in death by his brother Robin L. Martin. David spent the majori- ty of his career serving in the US Army where he retired as a 1st Sergeant. He was an Eagle Scout. Services were held February 9 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Forest City. Military honors were provided by Rutherford County Honor Guard. Online condolenc- es may be made at www. crowemortuary.com. Richard Scott Burnette Richard Scott Burnette, age 68 of Forest City died Sunday, February 5, 2023. Scott was born in Rutherford County December 27, 1954, a son of the late Howard Franklin Burnett and Martha Patterson Burnett. He was blessed with a successful career in Textiles. He was a member of Trinity Wesleyan Church. Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Alicia Burnette, daughter, Angel Whiteside and husband Brandon and their five chil- dren, all of Rutherfordton, daughter, Licia Turner and husband John of Gallatin, TN and their daughter, daughter, Cindy Johnson of Maiden and her two children, brother, Franklin Burnett and wife Judy and their three children. The funeral was held February 10 in The Padgett and King Chapel with the Rev. Joey Pitts officiating. An online guest reg- istry is available at www. padgettking.com Judy Ann Robinson Judy Ann Robinson, 74, of Bostic, NC, died February 6, 2023. Born in Rutherford county, she was the daugh- ter of the late A W "Bill" Dyer and Edna Dyer Robinson. She worked for Daniel Construction and Fluor- Daniel before retirement. She later worked alongside her daughter Cindy and grandson Dillon at his busi- ness. Survivors include her daughters, Cindy Berryhill (Farron) and Joy Phillips (Gary), all of Bostic; sister, Jean Robinson of Bostic; one grandson, and two great grandchildren. A graveside service was held February 13 in the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Paul White, Jr. officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Mountain Christian Camp, 1129 S. Mountain Rd., Bostic, NC 28018. Online condolenc- es may be made at www. padgettking.com. Rutherford Weekly offers the printing of obituaries in our paper as a community service and free of charge for Rutherford County residents and the immediate area. The obituary may include a picture if the image is of print quality. We request that the obituary is limited to 150 words and we will edit the obituaries due to space. The obituary will include preceded family members, surviving family members, funeral service information, memorials, and the name of the funeral home serving the family. 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