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▰ Michael Stephen Vess

Died December 19, … More Information
Michael Stephen Vess, of Asheville, North Carolina, departed this life Sunday December 19, 2000. Michael was 48.
Obituary published: December 20, 2000 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Martha Janice Vess

Died June 20, … More Information
Martha Janice Vess, born July 20, 1941 entered eternal life June 20, 2015 in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Martha was 73. Tags: #Tammy #Lawrence #Lynn #Mark #Cindy #Kristi #Jessica #Joshua #Brook #Haleigh #Caleb #Jalin #Taylor #Aniya #Kaya #Jurnee #Autumn #Vince #Reeves #Hope
Obituary: FAYETTEVILLE - Martha Janice Vess, 73, died , 29, 2015.

services will be , 2, 2015 at 2:00 pm in Reeves chapel. Visitation will be from 1:00 -2:00 pm at the funeral home.

Mrs. Vess was preceded in death by a daughter Tammy Johnson and son-in-law Lawrence Hayes.

Surviving are daughters Lynn Bryant and husband Mark and Cindy Hayes; grandchildren Kristi Pittman, Jessica Johnson, Joshua Weiss and Brook Willard; great grandchildren, Haleigh Chapin, Caleb Johnson, Jalin Floyd, Taylor Worley, Aniya, Kaya and Jurnee Robinson, Autumn Denis and Vince Alfano.
Services entrusted to Reeves , Hope Mills.

▰ Martha Janice Vess

Died June 20, … More Information
Martha Janice Vess, born July 20, 1941 passed away peacefully June 20, 2015 in Hope Mills, North Carolina. Martha was 73.

▰ Margie (Hoyle) Vess

Died October 26, … More Information
Margie (Hoyle) Vess, age 71 of Shelby, North Carolina, joined the Lord October 26, 2018.
Obituary published: October 27, 2018 in "Shelby Star"

▰ Lori Ann "Marlo" Vess

Died December 06, … More Information
Lori Ann "Marlo" Vess, of Asheville, North Carolina, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home December 6, 2003. Lori was 35.
Obituary published: December 07, 2003 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Lee Roy Jr Vess

Died May 18, … More Information
Lee Roy Jr Vess, of North Carolina, born in Sullivan Co, Tennessee, entered the Kingdom of Heaven May 18, 2000. Lee was 73.
Obituary published: May 19, 2000 in "Spartanburg H-J (SC)"

▰ Lee Roy Jr Vess

Died May 18, … More Information
Lee Roy Jr Vess, age 73 of Caroleen, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next May 18, 2000.
Obituary published: May 19, 2000 in "Shelby Star"

▰ Lee Roy Jr Vess

Died May 18, … More Information
Lee Roy Jr Vess, 73, went to be with the Lord on May 18, 2000 in Caroleen, North Carolina.
Obituary published: May 19, 2000 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Kay (Marlowe) Vess

Died March 31, … More Information
Kay (Marlowe) Vess, of Ellenboro, North Carolina, died on March 31, 2005. Kay was 55.
Obituary published: April 01, 2005 in "McDowell News"

▰ Kay (Marlowe) Vess

Died March 31, … More Information
Kay (Marlowe) Vess, of Ellenboro, North Carolina, died on March 31, 2005. Kay was 55.
Obituary published: April 01, 2005 in "Shelby Star"

▰ Kay (Marlowe) Vess

Died March 31, … More Information
Kay (Marlowe) Vess, a resident of Ellenboro, North Carolina for decades, died March 31, 2005 in Ellenboro, North Carolina at the age of 55.
Obituary published: April 01, 2005 in "FC Courier"

▰ Jimmy Guy Rev Vess

Died May 05, … More Information
Jimmy Guy Rev Vess, of Asheville, North Carolina, entered eternal life May 5, 2003. Jimmy was 82.
Obituary published: May 06, 2003 in "McDowell News"

▰ Jimmy Guy Rev Vess

Died May 05, … More Information
Jimmy Guy Rev Vess, of Asheville, North Carolina, went into the presence of the Lord on May 5, 2003. Jimmy was 82.
Obituary published: May 06, 2003 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Jesse J Vess

Died January 13, … More Information
Jesse J Vess, born January 17, 1927 passed from this life on January 13, 2014 in North Carolina. Jesse was 86. Tags: #Buncombe #Samuel #Dessie #Beatrice #Vess #Fort #Meredith #Covington #Grandchildern #Heather #Greer #Lindi #Ryen #Pittsburgh #Amanda #Jamie #York #Great- #Kyla #Avalene #Flynn #Service #Kirksey #Connor #Cherry #Baptist #Memorial #Wounded #Project #Morgantown #Suite #Fayetteville #Marion
Obituary: Jesse James Vess, age 86, died at Riverside Rehabilitation in Covington, GA after several bouts with pneumonia. Jesse loved the outdoors, working with his hands, and gospel music. For many years he built and played the mountain dulcimer. His family was first and foremost in his life.

Mr. Vess was born on 17th, 1927 in Buncombe to the late Samuel and Dessie Vess. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice Vess.

Surviving Mr. Vess is a brother, r Vess of Old Fort; daughter Meredith Zaiken of Covington, GA; 3 Grandchildern, Heather Robertson of Greer, SC, Lindi McCaffrey, husband Ryen of Pittsburgh, PA, Amanda Warner, husband Jamie of New York, NY; 3 Great-Grandchildren; Kyla Robertson, Avalene McCaffrey, and Flynn McCaffrey; and many nieces/nephews and great nieces/nephews who he loved.

A Service will be held at 11:00 AM on , 18th at the Kirksey in Old Fort with Rev. Marty Connor. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Cherry Springs Baptist Church Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4200 Morgantown Road, Suite 300, Fayetteville, NC 28314. under the direction of Kirksey , Marion, NC.

▰ Jesse J Vess

Died January 13, … More Information
Jesse J Vess, born January 17, 1927 departed this life Sunday January 13, 2014 in Marion, North Carolina. Jesse was 86.
Family members and close friends: , Lavon-randall Walker, Sue Brewer

▰ James Merlin Vess

Died January 08, … More Information
James Merlin Vess, of Marion, North Carolina, died on January 8, 2002. James was 84.
Obituary published: January 09, 2002 in "Morganton H"

▰ James Merlin Vess

Died January 08, … More Information
James Merlin Vess, of Old Fort, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 8, 2002. James was 83.
Obituary published: January 09, 2002 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Howard Jr Vess

Died July 01, … More Information
Howard Jr Vess, of Asheville, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 1, 2009. Howard was 70.
Obituary published: July 02, 2009 in "McDowell News"

▰ Homer Edward Vess

Died June 01, … More Information
Homer Edward Vess, born June 30, 1925 left his earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home June 1, 2014 in Old Fort, North Carolina. Homer was 88. Tags: #Cherry #Baptist #Army #Crooked #Volunteer #Department #Fort #Plant #Vernie #Lowery #James #Voleta #Gerald #Catherine #Charles #Deborah #Brewer #Shane #Tonya #Tracy #Rebecca #Sherry #Hollie #Matthew #Shantel #Micaline #Kirksey #Chapel #Service #Conner #Memorial #Thank #State #Black #Vess
Obituary: r Edward Vess, age 88, of Old Fort, NC went to be with the Lord , 1, 2014 at NC State Veterans in Black Mountain, NC surrounded by his loving family.

He was born 30, 1925 in Rutherford , NC to the late Sam and Dessie Crisson Vess. Mr. Vess was a member of Cherry Springs Baptist Church. He was a WWII veteran of the US Army where he received several service medals. He served as a retired volunteer fireman with the Crooked Creek Volunteer Fire Department. Mr. Vess retired from Old Fort Finishing Plant. He enjoyed being a lifelong farmer.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his wife, Vernie Mae Lowery Vess; his brother, James Vess; and his sister, Voleta Vess.

Surviving Mr. Vess are three children, Gerald Vess and wife, Catherine, Charles Vess and wife, Deborah and Sue Brewer and husband, Shane all of Old Fort; six grandchildren, Tonya, Tracy, Rebecca, Sherry, Hollie and Matthew; two step-grandchildren, Shantel and Micaline; eight great-grandchildren; and four step-great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM on , 3, 2014 at Kirksey Chapel in Old Fort, NC. A Service will be held at 2:00 PM on , 4, 2014 at Cherry Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Marty Conner officiating. Burial will follow at Cherry Springs Memorial Park.

The family would like to say Thank You to all the staff of the NC State Veterans of Black Mountain for the special love, care and support shown to Mr. Vess and his family.

Words of comfort may be shared with the Vess family at www.kirkseyfholdfort.com

▰ Guy Vess

Died October 20, … More Information
Guy Vess passed away October 20, 1998 in Forest City, North Carolina.
Obituary published: October 21, 1998 in "Spartanburg H-J (SC)"

▰ Grace (Owenby) Vess

Died January 06, … More Information
Grace (Owenby) Vess, of Swannanoa, North Carolina, passed from this life on January 6, 2001. Grace was 61.
Obituary published: January 07, 2001 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Grace (Owenby) Vess

Died January 05, … More Information
Grace (Owenby) Vess, 61, of Swannanoa, North Carolina gained her wings on January 5, 2001.
Obituary published: January 06, 2001 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Georgia (Hall) Vess

Died May 24, … More Information
Georgia (Hall) Vess passed away peacefully May 24, 2021, at her home in Old Fort, North Carolina. She was 88.
Obituary published: May 25, 2021 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Frank Glenn Vess

Died February 03, … More Information
Frank Glenn Vess, born March 24, 1929 passed from this life on February 3, 2014 in Black Mountain, North Carolina. Frank was 84. Tags: #Preheater #Jack #Glenda #Othella #Vess #Sharon #Marion #Frankie #Black #Theodore #Denise #Hazel #Mack #Shirley #Clayton #Fort #Wilma #Davis #Lloyd #Janice #Clinton #Starla #Kirksey #Chapel #Service #Cherry
Obituary: Frank Glenn Vess, age 84, of Black Mountain, NC died unexpectedly , 3, 2014 at his residence.

He was born 24, 1929 in McDowell , NC to the late Otis Theodore Vess and Flossie Odell Elliott Vess. Mr. Vess worked as a welder for C.E. Air Preheater. He was a hard worker and a Jack of all trades. He was honest, strong willed and had a lot of self-pride. He was also known for telling stories and being one of a kind.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Vess is also preceded in death by his daughter, Glenda Vess; one brother, Roy E. Vess; and one sister, Othella Vess.

Surviving Mr. Vess are one son, Tim Vess and wife, Sharon of Marion, NC; one daughter, Frankie Vess of Black Mountain, NC; one brother, Theodore Otis Vess and wife, Denise of Black Mountain, NC; four sisters, Hazel McPeters and husband, Mack of Black Mountain, NC, Shirley Murphy and husband, Clayton of Old Fort, NC, Wilma Jean Davis and husband, Lloyd of Old Fort, NC and Janice Creasman of Marion, NC; and two grandchildren, Clinton and Starla Beaver of Black Mountain, NC.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 PM on , 6, 2014 at Kirksey Chapel in Old Fort, NC. A Service will be held at 2:00 PM on , 7, 2014 at the funeral chapel. Burial will follow at the old Cherry Springs .

Words of comfort may be shared with the Vess family at www.kirkseyfhmarion.com

▰ Frank Glenn Vess

Died February 03, … More Information
Frank Glenn Vess, born March 24, 1929 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 3, 2014 in Marion, North Carolina. Frank was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Jane Clark, Leigh Dyer Girard, Trannie Roberson, Trannie *nee Jarretttrannier

▰ Floyd Herbert Vess

Died December 09, … More Information
Floyd Herbert Vess, born November 27, 1928 passed from this world into the next December 9, 2015 in Old Fort, North Carolina. Floyd was 87. Tags: #Eskimo #Vess #Estalee #Fort #Lackey #Missionary #Church #Floyd #Forest #Blue #Christian #James #Ollis #Harold #Calvin #Boyd #Virginia #Donna #Thomas #Georgia #Allen #Glenn #Aaron #Debra #Marion #Revonda #Jackson #Lloyd #Service #Cherry #Baptist #Revs #Lawing #Jeff #Memorial #Hospice #Airport
Obituary: 10, 2015
Marion, NC

Floyd Herbert Vess, age 87, of Old Fort , NC, passed away peacefully on , 9, 2015, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Vess was born on 27, 1928, to the late Eskimo Stanley Vess and Estalee Patterson Vess.

Mr. Vess was retired from his career as a mechanic at Old Fort Finishing and attended Lackey Town Missionary Baptist Church in Old Fort. retirement, Floyd had a job with the US Forest Service which his family says was his most favorite job that he ever had. He also was a sharpening technician. Folks would drop off their scissors, sewing machines, and blades which he would sharpen for free. He also truly enjoyed Blue Grass music and played the guitar, bass, violin and mandolin. Mr. Vess was a wonderful husband and father and his wife and children adored him. He was a man of great integrity who harnessed true Christian values in the way that he lived his life. He was a true friend and a man of his word.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceeded in death by his brothers, James Vess, Ollis Vess, Harold Vess, Calvin Vess, and Boyd Vess; his sister, Virginia Sword; his daughter, Donna Vess; and one great grandson, Thomas Vess.

Surviving Mr. Vess are his wife of 65 years, Georgia Vess, of the home; his sons, Allen (Viddie) Vess, Glenn (Terri) Vess, and Aaron (Wadean) Vess all of Old Fort; daughters Debra Vess of Marion and Revonda (Keith) Jackson of Old Fort; a brother, Lloyd Vess of Old Fort; 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.

A Service will be held on , 11, 2015 at 3:00 PM at Cherry Springs Baptist Church in Old Fort with the Revs. Mark Lawing, Jeff Parker, and Aaron Vess officiating. The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Cherry Springs Memorial Park.


Memorials may be made to: Hospice of McDowell at 575 Airport Road Marion, NC 28752.


Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.kirkseyfhmarion.com

▰ Floyd Herbert Vess

Died December 09, … More Information
Floyd Herbert Vess, born November 27, 1928 went into the presence of the Lord on December 9, 2015 in Marion, North Carolina. Floyd was 87.
Family members and close friends: , Mike And Revonda White, Everett & Cathy Davis, Randall, Lavon, & Ms. Wilma Walker-conner, Yvonne Jeffcoat, Denise Patton

▰ Fannie Mae Vess

Died January 23, … More Information
Fannie Mae Vess, born April 30, 1929 went to be with her Lord and Savior January 23, 2014 in North Carolina. Fannie was 84. Tags: #East #Baptist #Church #School #Annie #Vess #Dottie #Elbert #Vero #Debbie #Gill #Coral #Rita #Fort #Carolyn #Douglas #Yvonne #Larry #Ruby #Huskins #Doris #Gloria #Moody #Sampson #Archie #Service #Hall #Page #Grove #Thank #Hospice #Airport
Obituary: Fannie Mae Vess, age 84, of Marion, NC went to be with the Lord , 23, 2014.

She was born 30, 1929 in McDowell , NC to the late James Edward Eddie Vess and Mary Elizabeth Lizzie Jolly Vess. Ms. Vess was a member of East Marion Baptist Church where she formerly served as the Church Secretary and taught School. She loved to read, sing, walk and crochet.

Surviving Ms. Vess are her beloved twin sister, Annie Faye Vess of the home; nieces and nephews, Dottie V. Farris and husband, Elbert of Vero Beach, FL, Debbie Betz and husband, Gill of Coral Gables, FL, Tim E. Allison and wife, Rita Sue of Old Fort, NC, Carolyn A. Early and husband, Douglas of Old Fort, NC and Yvonne A. Hunter and husband, Larry of Old Fort, NC; a number of great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews; special friends, Ruby Hall, Kim Huskins, Doris Poteat, Gloria Jean Moody and all of Ms. Vess church family; and special dog friends, Sampson and Archie.

A Service will be held at 2:00 PM on , 26, 2014 at East Marion Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Hall and Rev. Ken Page officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove . The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

The family would like to say Thank You to Hospice of McDowell for the special love and care shown to Ms. Vess and her family.

Flowers are welcome and/or memorials may be made to: Hospice of McDowell - 575 Airport Rd. Marion, NC 28752.

Words of comfort may be shared with the Vess family at www.kirkseyfhmarion.com

▰ Fannie Mae Vess

Died January 23, … More Information
Fannie Mae Vess, born April 30, 1929 went to be with the Lord on January 23, 2014 in Marion, North Carolina. Fannie was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Judy And James Frady, Marietta & Tom Ross, Harold & Kay Medford, Betty Moody, Zeb Davis, Gail Dills, Diane Brooks

▰ Evelyn Vess

Died February 26, … More Information
Evelyn Vess, born January 9, 1944 passed away peacefully February 26, 2015 in Weaverville, North Carolina. Evelyn was 71.

▰ Elizabeth "Lib" (Whisnant) Vess

Died January 17, … More Information
Elizabeth "Lib" (Whisnant) Vess, of Shelby, North Carolina, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 17, 2003. Elizabeth was 81.
Obituary published: January 18, 2003 in "Shelby Star"

▰ Elizabeth "Lib" (Whisnant) Vess

Died January 17, … More Information
Elizabeth "Lib" (Whisnant) Vess, of Shelby, North Carolina, went to be with her Lord and Savior January 17, 2003. Elizabeth was 81.
Obituary published: January 18, 2003 in "Gaston G"

▰ Elizabeth "Lib" Vess

Died January 16, … More Information
Elizabeth "Lib" Vess, age 81 of Shelby, North Carolina, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 16, 2003.
Obituary published: January 17, 2003 in "Shelby Star"

▰ Dicie (Davis) Vess

Died April 10, … More Information
Dicie (Davis) Vess, of Salisbury, North Carolina, passed from this life on April 10, 2014. Dicie was 93.
Obituary published: April 11, 2014 in "McDowell News"

▰ Della (Pressley) Vess

Died May 28, … More Information
Della (Pressley) Vess, 95, of Asheville, North Carolina departed this life May 28, 2005.
Obituary published: May 29, 2005 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ China Louise (Fender) Vess

Died June 14, … More Information
China Louise (Fender) Vess, age 89 of Marion, North Carolina, departed this life Sunday June 14, 2000.
Obituary published: June 15, 2000 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Charles Colby Vess

Died December 14, … More Information
Charles Colby Vess, age 91 of Forest City, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on December 14, 2013.
Obituary published: December 15, 2013 in "Shelby Star"

▰ Calvin Edward Vess

Died November 17, … More Information
Calvin Edward Vess, of Old Fort, North Carolina, went to be with his Lord and Savior November 17, 2008. Calvin was 84.
Obituary published: November 18, 2008 in "McDowell News"

▰ Blanche (Bost) Vess

Died July 04, … More Information
Blanche (Bost) Vess passed away July 4, 1999 in Asheville, North Carolina.
Obituary published: July 05, 1999 in "McDowell News"

▰ Annie Ruth (Davis) Vess

Died February 14, … More Information
Annie Ruth (Davis) Vess died unexpectedly on February 14, 2000 at the age of 78 in Old Fort, North Carolina.
Obituary published: February 15, 2000 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Annabelle Lee "Aunt Lee" (Davis) Vess

Died July 17, … More Information
Annabelle Lee "Aunt Lee" (Davis) Vess, of North Carolina, born in Tennessee, went to be with her Lord and Savior July 17, 2006. Annabelle was 89.
Obituary published: July 18, 2006 in "McDowell News"

▰ Annabelle Lee "Aunt Lee" (Davis) Vess

Died July 17, … More Information
Annabelle Lee "Aunt Lee" (Davis) Vess, age 89 of North Carolina, born in Newport, Tennessee, entered eternal life July 17, 2006.
Obituary published: July 18, 2006 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Gail Hope (Tucker) Vesloski

Died September 22, … More Information
Gail Hope (Tucker) Vesloski, age 83 of Charlotte, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 22, 2005.
Obituary published: September 23, 2005 in "Rock Hill H (SC)"

▰ Gail Hope (Tucker) Vesloski

Died September 22, … More Information
Gail Hope (Tucker) Vesloski, a resident of Charlotte, North Carolina for decades, died September 22, 2005 in Charlotte, North Carolina at the age of 83.
Obituary published: September 23, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs"

▰ Gail Hope (Tucker) Vesloski

Died September 20, … More Information
Gail Hope (Tucker) Vesloski, age 83 of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away September 20, 2005.
Obituary published: September 21, 2005 in "Rock Hill H (SC)"

▰ Margaret Faye Veshinski

Died January 27, … More Information
Margaret Faye Veshinski, born February 16, 1935 joined the Lord January 27, 2017 in Marston, North Carolina. Margaret was 81.

▰ James Joseph Vesey

Died February 09, … More Information
James Joseph Vesey, born April 26, 1930 died February 9, 2017 in Morehead City, North Carolina. James was 86.

▰ Frank Vesey

Died January 11, … More Information
Frank Vesey, age 77 of North Carolina, born in Ohio, went to be with the Lord on January 11, 2003.
Obituary published: January 12, 2003 in "Gaston G"

▰ Caulean Merrill Vesey

Died June 26, … More Information
Caulean Merrill Vesey, born April 9, 1932 joined the Lord June 26, 2016 in Morehead City, North Carolina. Caulean was 84. Tags: #James
Obituary: Caulean was born on 9, 1932 and passed away on , 26, 2016. Caulean was a resident of Morehead City, North Carolina at the time of passing. Caulean was married to James.

▰ Norman Lee Vesely

Died January 18, … More Information
Norman Lee Vesely, age 52 of Arapahoe, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 18, 2006.
Obituary published: January 19, 2006 in "New Bern SJ"
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