Dewey Gene Bumgarner, 73, of Morganton passed away Monday, April 13, 2020 at his home. Born in Burke County, NC on June 1, 1946, he was the son of the late Charles Bumgarner and Tennie Mae Davis Bumgarner. Dewey was a member of Grace Baptist Church and was a big fan of Christian music. He was a semi-professional photographer and an avid woodworker who loved his grandchildren, music, and restoring cars.
Dewey is survived by his wife, Sue Bumgarner; children, Wayne Bumgarner (LaShay) and Chesley Bumgarner; grandchildren, Ezra Bumgarner, Zachary Bumgarner, and K.J. Laye; and his sister, Cillar Whitener.
In addition to his parents, Dewey was preceded in death by siblings, Bruce and Patricia Bumgarner.
A celebration of Dewey’s life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sossoman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 2608, Morganton, NC 28680 to assist with funeral expenses.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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