James "Jv" McMahan's obituary , Passed away on October 24, 2026 in Marion, North Carolina

James "Jv" McMahan

March 6, 1930 - October 24, 2026 (96 years old)

Marion, North Carolina

James "Jv" McMahan's obituary , Passed away on October 24, 2026 in Marion, North Carolina

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James "Jv" McMahan

March 6, 1930 - October 24, 2026 (96 years old)

Marion, North Carolina

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James McMahan Obituary

The passing of James McMahan of Marion, North Carolina occurred on October 24, 2026. James, born on March 6, 1930, is remembered by those who knew him. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James McMahan to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jeter Esrum McMahan and Theodosia McPeters McMahan; and his wife Joyce Nell Higgins McMahan. He is survived by: his sons, Tom McMahan (Suzy Howle McMahan) of Marion and Steve McMahan (Melanie Deal McMahan) of Marion; his grandchildren, Elizabeth McMahan, Laura McMahan Miller (Matt), Bryan McMahan (Alison) and Rachel McMahan; and his great grandchildren, Caroline Miller and Marielle Miller.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Westmoreland Chapel (198 S Main St, Marion, NC 28752). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that you make a donation to the McDowell Tech Nursing Program in James' honor.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Westmoreland Funeral Home & Crematory



Tue

Oct 27

Visitation

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Westmoreland Chapel
198 S Main St, Marion, NC 28752

Tue

Oct 27

Funeral service

2:00 PM

Westmoreland Chapel
198 S Main St, Marion, NC 28752

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