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Page 16 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, June 14-June 20, 2018 O B I T U A R I E S O B I T U A R I E S JAMES "J." WILLIAMS James "J." Williams, age 80, of Forest City, passed away June 5, 2018. Born May 31, 1938 in Patrick County, Virginia, he was a son of the late McCoy Williams and Louva Fain Williams. James was an avid NASCAR and racing fan and worked for Doug Herbert Racing in Cherryville for many years. He also enjoyed watching Atlanta Braves baseball and doing word puzzles. James was a member of Fork Creek Baptist Church where he had served on the grounds keeping committee. He was known as a "gentle giant" to all who knew him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Hundley and brother, Ralph Williams. Those left to cherish her memory include loving wife of forty-two years, Phyllis Williams; brother, Samuel Williams and wife, Janice of Ocean Isle, NC and two sisters, Mae Pinkard and Iva Jean Cox both of Martinsville, Virginia. The funeral service was conducted at the Fork Creek Baptist Church. Rev Billy Cogdell officiated. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Memorial donations are respectfully requested to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, 801 Eighteenth Street NW, Washington D.C. 20006-3517. Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements. EVELYN BUTLER DAVIS Evelyn Butler Davis, age 90, of Ellenboro, passed away June 6, 2018. Born November 2, 1927 in Rutherford County, she was a daughter to the late Willie P. Butler and Reba Doty Butler. Evelyn worked in the textile industry for forty years and then established a second career as she worked for Wal-Mart for twenty years. She was a faithful member of Drury Dobbins Baptist Church. Evelyn loved her family, friends, animals and nature. She was loved and respected by all and will be remembered as a gentle and kind person who only saw the goodness in people. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Davis. Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Reginald "Reggie" Davis of Ellenboro; one sister, Rebecca "Becky" Summers and husband, Bill of Rock Hill; two nephews, Clint Summers and Christopher Summers both of Rock Hill and a great- nephew, Noah Summers. She is also survived by dear friends, Kim Lewis of Ellenboro and Doris Dayberry of Casar and numerous special and close friends. The funeral service was conducted at Drury Dobbins Baptist Church. Rev Chris Hensley officiated. Interment followed in the church cem- etery. Memorial donations are respectfully requested to Drury Dobbins Baptist Church, 3603 Dobbins Church Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040 or Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, P.O. Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043. Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements. MITCHELL DURWIN MONTIETH Mitchell Durwin Montieth, 62, of Forest City, passed away June 5, 2018. A native of Rutherford County, he was the son of the late Kenneth Ray & Marjorie Gettys Montieth. Mitchell was a retired ASE master mechan- ic & enjoyed flying airplanes. He is survived by his wife, Karen Jarrett Montieth of Rutherfordton; daughter, Lauren Michelle Montieth of Alexandria, VA; brothers, Wesley Steven Montieth of Carnegie, OK, Marcus Luke Montieth of Junction, TX, Gary Neal Montieth of Asheville, & Larry Montieth of Rutherfordton; aunts Nettie Montieth of Forest City & Helen Womble of Rutherfordton. Graveside services were held at Adaville Baptist Church Cemetery, Rev. Monty Montieth officiated. Croweʼs Mortuary is assisting the family. VIOLA CENTERS JACOVETTY Viola Centers Jacovetty, 79, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 28, 2018. She was born to the late William & Josephine Tinchner Centers in West Virginia. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Robert Morgan Funeral & Cremation Service, LLC of Boiling Springs, NC. SUSIE GARNER STRASSBURGER Susie Garner Strassburger, of Spindale. A loving wife, devoted mother, caring sis- ter and proud grandmother, went to be with the Lord on June 3, 2018. Born in St. Louis MO, her family later moved to West Palm Beach Florida where she attended Forest Hill High School. She met her husband at "THE HUT" in 1970 and we're married three weeks later. They recently celebrated their 48 year anniversary. She was preceded in death by her father James Garner, Virginia Deloris Garner and Sister Nancy Zeilmann. She is survived by her beloved husband Raymond Strassburger and her three sons, Steven Strassburger, Cory Strassburger and Heather Kim, Eric and April Strassburger and her sister Genie Garner Van Santen, sister-in-law Robin and brother-in-law David Novak, son-in law Jack Daniel and two beautiful grandchildren. Susie will also be missed by her loving niec- es and nephews and their children. A small memorial will be scheduled at a later date for family members. In lieu of flowers we would great- ly appreciate a donation be made to the American Diabetes Association; 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202 or Hospice Foundation of America, 1707 L St. NW, Suite 220, Washington, DC 20036. Our family sin- cerely thanks everyone for their prayers and support throughout this journey. Croweʼs Mortuary is assisting the family. EVELYN HAMRICK NORVILLE Evelyn Hamrick Norville, age 91, of Forest City, passed away June 7, 2018. Born June 9, 1926 in Rutherford County, she was a daughter to the late Fadie Cicero Hamrick & Lalah Elizabeth Plemmons Hamrick. She worked in textiles for many years & was a faithful & active member of Caroleen Baptist Church. Evelyn's love for children and for the elderly led her to teach Sunday School, work in vacation bible school & visit shut-ins. She enjoyed doing craftwork & sharing her hobby with the community. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 52 years, Otho T. Norville; son-in-law, Ron Padgett; a grandson; 3 sisters, Joyce Hamrick, Jessie Hutchins, Elaine Hamrick & an infant brother, Lloyd Hamrick. Those left to cherish her memory include daughter, Freda Padgett of Mooresboro; sister, Doris Jackson of Shelby; 2 grandchildren, both of Mooresboro & a number of nieces & nephews. The funeral service was conducted at Caroleen Baptist Church. Rev Allen Hall & Rev Lanny J. Funchess offi- ciated. Interment followed in Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery. Memorial donations are respectfully requested to Caroleen Baptist Church, P.O. Box 489, Caroleen, NC 28019 or to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, P.O. Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043. Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements. MICHAEL TERRY Michael Terry, age 74 of Union Mills passed away June 7, 2018. A native of Rutherford County he is a son of the late Flay Terry & Reba Willis Terry & was a former employee of J & C Dyeing in Shelby. Michael loved antique machinery & especially enjoyed "hit & miss" engines. He is survived by his companion Jackie Kiser Smith of the home, 1 daughter Dena Yarbro & her husband Fred of Kings Mountain, 1 son Jeff Terry & his wife Nancy of Shelby; 4 grandchildren; 2 brothers, 3 sisters & a number of other relatives & friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by 3 sisters. A gathering of friends and family was held at Crowe's Mortuary. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, P.O. Box 336 Forest City NC 28043. Croweʼs Mortuary is assisting the family. ALMA GRAY TONEY Mrs. Alma Gray Toney, 90, went to her heavenly home June 3, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Henry & Lillie Mae Gray of Lincoln County, TN. She was a member of Race Path Baptist Church & was a homemaker. She is survived by 2 daughters, Judy Godfrey (Roger) of Forest City, Sandy Waters of Bostic, 1 son, Rodney Toney (Becky) of Mooresboro. 5 Grandchildren; 4 Great Grand-Children, 1 sis- ter Bertha Sisk of Winchester, TN., Brother-In-Law, Floyd Hennessee, & Sister-In-Laws, Lillian Toney & Barbara Toney. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Gilbert Toney & infant son, Mark Ray Toney & brothers & sisters, Dudley & Dewey Gray, Henrietta Bryant, Margie Gray, Susie Caldwell, Onella Howell, Teria Payne & Aileen Scivally. Funeral services were held at Race Path Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Randall Cooper & Rev. John Godfrey. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to, Race Path Baptist Church, 1171 Race Path Church Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040. Eggers Funeral Home of Cliffside served the family. Rutherford Weekly offers the printing of obituaries in our paper as a community service and free of charge. 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. The obituaries will not include names of grandchildren, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, or pets. We only accept obituaries from licensed funeral homes. Please have your funeral home send us your loved ones' obituaries to events@rutherfordweekly.com ©Community First Media Community First Media During our jour- ney through life, there are times that we, "lose our way." We are all guilty of giving in to the pressures and demands of family, work and personal obligations. As a result, a cloud of disinterest and discouragement forms over our life. Whether it is a rela- tionship, a job, an education or even a hobby, there was some reason that led us to making a commitment. When we fi nd ourselves not enjoying what we are doing or dreading our responsibilities, that is a clear indication that we have forgotten our primary purpose. When we arrive at those times of our life we are often tempted to walk away or look for new avenues of interest. The only problem with making that choice is that we will fi nd ourselves in the same condition again and again, because the newness in- evitably wears off of everything. We are of- ten guilty of addressing our lack of desire extrinsically while denying that the prob- lem is intrinsic. Thus, the key to correcting this issue involves an honest evaluation of our heart's desire. The question we have to ask our- selves is why or what led us to start in the fi rst place. There is nothing like the excite- ment and zeal of initiating a journey, but if we are not careful we will often forget what motivated us to begin. Perhaps it was a desire to help others or to make the world a different place. The love we have for a person is often the underlying reason for a relational commitment. Perhaps, it was a vision of achieving a personal goal or a desired end that caused us to start a task. There is no shame in admitting that at certain times in our life we simply need to "push the reset button." 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