Ephriam Harding Rummage Jr.'s Obituary
Ephriam Harding Rummage, Jr., 83, of Norwood, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 12, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Stanly Gardens of Memory, officiated by Rev. Keith Walters. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no formal visitation.
Born on March 27, 1942, in Stanly County, Ephriam was the son of the late Ephriam Harding Rummage, Sr., and Lois “Tiny” Lee Rummage Blalock. A lifelong resident of Norwood, he spent his career as a skilled cabinet maker, working for several local furniture manufacturers. He also served his community proudly as a member of the Norwood Center Rural Fire Department.
Ephriam was a longtime member of Memorial Baptist Church and a man who found great joy in the simple things, especially spending time with his grandchildren and his beloved dogs, Penelope and Dixie. Known for his unique personality and his stubborn streak, he was a character in the best sense of the word, sharp-witted, loyal, and always unapologetically himself.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Wanda Rummage, of the home; his children, Robbie Owens of Norwood, Jeffrey Rummage (Sandy) of Norwood, Jeannie Poole of Norwood, Brandi Jarrett of Norwood, and Jennifer Rummage Briles (Brandon) of Norwood; his brother, Vaughn Rummage (Sharon), and sister, Bonita Smith (Marvin), both of Norwood. He was a proud grandfather to Katie Blake (Travis), Mandy Owens, Gavin Rummage, Amanda Rummage, Jessy Rummage, Brittany Gregory, Will Gregory, Cohen Blalock, Addison Jarrett, and Avery Thompson, and great-grandfather to six.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Jeff Rummage and Charlie Rummage.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is honored to serve the Rummage family.
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