Imogene Solomon Furr's Obituary
Imogene Solomon Furr, 96, of Albemarle, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. A memorial service is scheduled at 3 pm on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Albemarle Wesleyan Church with Pastor James Valk officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 pm until 3 pm prior to the hour of service at the Church.
Ms. Furr was born in Stanly County on March 16, 1928, to the late Stella Marie Soloman. She is lovingly survived by her children, Darrell Furr of Locust, Rodney Furr (Susie) of Richfield, Sherri Pennington of Albemarle, Kristi Almond (Keith) of Albemarle. Those also left to cherish her memory are grandchildren, Travis Furr (Ashley), Josh Furr, Kati Furr, Landon Pennington (Cassie), Kyle Pennington, Jerrad Pennington (Chrissy), Danielle Pennington, Bradley Almond, and Tyler Almond (Mandi), great-grandchildren, Addison, Deegan, Delilah, Cassian, Maya, Everett, Jesse, Edworth, Imogene, Dominic, Jay, and Stella, brother, John D. Solomon (Joyce), special family friend, Mike Lowder, and special neighbor for over 50+ years Helen and Shorty Efird.
Ms. Furr was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie "Deed" Edworth Furr, a grandson, Rodney Jason Hathcock, a great-grandchild Haley Braley, and her brother, Thomas Lentz Solomon.
Ms. Furr retired from American Circuit Breaker, previously Federal Pacific Electric. Ms. Furr then became the queen of the kitchen, at Log Cabin Barbeque for many years. She never met a stranger, always offering that contagious smile. Ms. Furr loved Jesus Christ and was a lifelong member at Albemarle Wesleyan Church. Her old-school sense of humor will never be forgotten. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Tillery Compassionate Care, Atrium Health Cabarrus, and Atrium Health Stanly for the excellent care provided to Ms. Furr during her declining health.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Tillery Compassionate Care (960 N 1st St, Albemarle, NC 28001)
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is serving the Furr family.
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