Richard Allen Overton Obituary

We bid farewell to Richard Allen Overton of Macclesfield, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 11, 2025 at the age of 77. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Allen Overton to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Elwood and Gladys Butler Overton; his in-laws, Murry and Helen Fleming; his siblings, Melvin Overton and Betty Dunlow; and his sister-in-law Lois Skinner.

He is survived by: his wife Merle Fleming Overton; his daughters, Kimberly Overton Spahos (Chuck) and Kelli Overton Gilly (Kevin); his grandchildren, Hannah, Sarah Grace, Jameson and Shelby Gilly; his brother James Overton; his siblings-in-law, David Fleming (Melissa), Donnie Skinner, Jessie Fleming (Jane) and Denise Key; and his caregiver Nancy Harrell. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to the Eagles Baptist Church, We Care Fund, 226 NC HWY 124 W, Macclesfield, NC 27852.