Thelma Cogburn Surrett Obituary
The passing of Thelma Cogburn Surrett of Canton, North Carolina occurred on September 23, 2026. Thelma, born on March 6, 1938, is remembered by those who knew her. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Thelma Cogburn Surrett to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lonnie Cogburn and Lillie Funk Cogburn; her former husband David Smith; her son Bryan Burch; her stepson Steve Surrett; and her sisters, Lucille Heatherly and Inez Henson.
She is survived by: her husband James Surrett; her daughter Kathy Holmes; and her stepdaughter Davene Surrett of Canton. She is also survived by 7 step grandchildren, and 4 step great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Wells Funeral Home - Canton (3715 Asheville Hwy, Canton, NC 28716). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 27th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Burnett Siding Baptist Church (7321 Lake Logan Rd, Canton, NC 28716).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Burnett Siding Baptist Church.
