Asheboro Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Asheboro, North Carolina

Larry Allen Kearns

Larry Allen Kearns

Aug 29, 2025

Larry Allen Kearns, 80, of Asheboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. He was born on March 2, 1945, in Asheboro, NC, and spent his life rooted in faith, family, and fellowship.

Larry leaves behind his devoted companion of 33 years, Barbara Jo Gallimore. He is also survived by his son David Eric Kearns of Asheboro, NC; Phillip...

Michael Eugene Pugh

Michael Eugene Pugh

Aug 28, 2025

Michael "Mickey" Eugene Pugh, 74, of Swansboro, NC passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport, NC. Mickey was born on December 17, 1950 and grew up in Randleman, NC with his early teenage years spent in Kansas City, MO before returning to his hometown.  Mickey graduated from Randleman High School in...

Betty Cox Gunter

Betty Cox Gunter

Aug 28, 2025

Betty Jean Cox Gunter, 84, of Asheboro, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28th, 2025, at Randolph Hospice House in Asheboro.

Betty was born on October 11, 1940, in Randolph County, the daughter of the late Pearlie Hayworth Cox and Sarah Ethel Hicks Cox. She worked at Bossong Hosiery and General Electric in her younger years and then worked at Ruby...

James John Poupalos, Jr.

James John Poupalos, Jr.

Aug 26, 2025

James "Jim" John Poupalos, Jr. of Troy, NC, passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

He is survived by his wife, Susan Poupalos, of the home; his parents, James Poupalos, Sr. and Dorothy Poupalos of Anderson S.C;

No services are planned.

Pugh Troy Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of James Poupalos.

Maura Diaz Flores

Maura Diaz Flores

Aug 26, 2025

Maura Díaz Flores, de 50 años, residente de Asheboro, Carolina del Norte, falleció en paz el 26 de Agosto de 2025 en Randolph Hospice House.

Maura nació el 18 de Diciembre de 1974 en La Peña Isla Veracruz, México, hija de Mauro Díaz y Victoria Flores. Fue una mujer hermosa cuya sonrisa iluminaba cualquier lugar. Como madre, compañera y abuela dedicada,...

Robert Edward Schweigert

Robert Edward Schweigert

Aug 25, 2025

Robert Edward Schweigert, age 80, of Asheboro passed away on August 25, 2025 at White Oak Manor in Charlotte.

Mr. Schweigert was born in Stafford, VA on January 16, 1945. On June 29, 1955 Robert was adopted by Ralph and Grace Schliebe Schweigert, who preceded him in death. He was baptized in Spencer, NC. Robert served his country in the U.S....

Kay Butcher

Kay Butcher

Aug 24, 2025

Ms. Kay Butcher 48 of Asheboro passed away suddenly Sunday, August 24, 2025 at her home.  No services are planned.

Pugh Funeral Home Asheboro is serving the Butcher family.

Wilhelmina Mae Morris

Wilhelmina Mae Morris

Aug 23, 2025

Wilhelmina “Will” Mae Morris, 77 of Asheboro passed away on August 23, 2025, at Randolph Hospice House.

Will was born in Durham, NC on June 7, 1948, to the late Frances and Zelma Morris. Family was everything to Will. She was a caregiver to everyone. Will was a Ward Secretary at Randolph Hospital, she then earned her Master’s in Nursing from...

Steven Edward Irvine

Steven Edward Irvine

Aug 20, 2025

Steven Edward Irvine, age 71, of Asheboro passed away on August 20, 2025 at the Piedmont Hospice House.

Mr. Irvine was born in Asheboro on August 16, 1954 to Edward and Nellie Jordan Irvine, who preceded him in death. He was a 1972 graduate of Asheboro High School. Steve retired, as a rural mail carrier, from the U.S. Postal Service. Steve...

Derek Lee Young

Derek Lee Young

Aug 19, 2025

Derek Lee Young was born on April 1, 1985, in Baltimore City, Maryland to Lisa Vanboskerck and Eric Young. He leaves behind his five children: Alayna, Madison, Gunner, Lillian, and Evelyn of Utah. He also leaves behind his father, Eric Young (Sandy); sister, Alisha Tevebaugh (Steven); and brother, Brian Young; he left behind 2 stepsisters, Stephanie Clodfelter and Katrina Floyd,...

James Walton Routh

James Walton Routh

Aug 19, 2025

James Walton Routh, 85, of Randleman passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Randolph Hospice House.

No services are planned.

Pugh Funeral Home in Randleman is honored to serve the Routh family.

Cynthia Marie Foster Norris

Cynthia Marie Foster Norris

Aug 18, 2025

Cynthia Marie Foster Norris, age 66, of Asheboro passed away on August 18, 2025 at Randolph Hospital.

Mrs. Norris was born in Asheboro on January 4, 1959 to Albert and Virginia Matthews Foster. She retired from Technimark after 30 years of service. Cynthia was a very loving person, who loved going to the beach and the zoo. In addition to her...

Nancy Lane Lippard

Nancy Lane Lippard

Aug 18, 2025

Nancy Lane Lippard, 77, of Randleman passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, August 18, 2025. She was born March 3, 1948 in Greensboro, NC to John Edward Lane and Frances Rebecca Wilson Lane.

Nancy was a 1966 graduate of Ben L. Smith High School and then earned her Nursing degree from GTCC. She was a...

Bobbie Fentress Davis

Bobbie Fentress Davis

Aug 18, 2025

Bobbie Jean Fentress Davis, 84, of Seagrove, passed away on August 18, 2025, at Forsyth Medical Center.

Bobbie was born on July 24, 1941, in Greensboro, North Carolina, to the late Charles Way Fentress and Wilma Hanner Fentress. She lived a life full of energy, love, and adventure. Family was always at the center of her heart, and she was a...

Lian Jose Moses Jimenez Gomez

Lian Jose Moses Jimenez Gomez

Aug 15, 2025

Lian Jose Moses Jimenez Gomez, infant son of Eddie and Miriam Jimenez passed away on August 15, 2025 at Brenner Children's Hospital.

In addition to his parents, Lian is survived by his brother, Aziel Jimenez Gomez; paternal grandparents, Heriberto Jimenez, Sr. and Elitania Pulido Garcia; maternal grandparents, Jose Resendiz and Elda Gomez; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A graveside service will...

Rhonda Sue Freeman

Rhonda Sue Freeman

Aug 15, 2025

Rhonda Strider Freeman, 56, of Asheboro, went home to be with Lord on August 15th,2025 at Baptist Hospital surrounded by her family that she loved and cherished so very deeply.

She was born and raised in Randolph County and served as an LPN for many years. She loved her job but more than anything, she loved her family. She was a...

Thomas Newton Kearns, Jr.

Thomas Newton Kearns, Jr.

Aug 14, 2025

Thomas Newton Kearns, Jr., 73, of Manning, South Carolina, passed away on August 14, 2025.

Born on September 6, 1951, Tom was the son of the late Thomas Newton Kearns, Sr. and Mildred Ann Brinkley Kearns. He grew up in Asheboro alongside his sister, Natalie Benson, and carried a deep love of family throughout his life.

A proud Marine, Tom served his...

Raymond Everett Thompson

Raymond Everett Thompson

Aug 14, 2025

ASHEBORO- Raymond Everett Thompson, 84, passed away at Moses Cone Hospital August 14th , 2025 in Greensboro, NC.

Raymond was born and raised in the Farmer-Asheboro area. He was born March 15, 1941, to Howard Kelly Thompson and Vergie Lenora Rollins Thompson. He was a husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was easy- going and fun to be around. Everybody...

Hilda Mae Auman

Hilda Mae Auman

Aug 14, 2025

With peace and love, we announce the passing of a dear Mother, Granny, Great-Granny and friend whose warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. Hilda left this world on August 14, 2025, at the age of 92. She was surrounded by love, leaving behind treasured memories that will forever be cherished by family and...

Kathleen Lovette Baggett

Kathleen Lovette Baggett

Aug 14, 2025

Kathleen Lovette Baggett, 97, of Randleman passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Hospice of Randolph in Asheboro, NC. She was born December 5, 1927 in Randleman to Charles Robert Lovette and Mary King Lovette.

Kathleen will be remembered as caring and compassionate wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. One of eight siblings, she was a lifelong resident...