Edward Issac Mayfield

Edward Issac Mayfield, 82 of Morganton, NC passed away Thursday, February 1, 2018 following a period of declining health. He was born June 2, 1935 in Burke County, NC and was the son of the late Walter Eli Mayfield and Hettie Mae Whisnant Mayfield. Edward retired from Henredon Furniture after 20 years. He also worked for Drexel Heritage Furniture. Edward enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid fisherman.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.
He is survived by a brother, Gerald Mayfield and wife, Vergie; and a sister, Ruby Mayfield Metcalf all of Morganton. Several cousins, nieces and nephews also survive.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Friday, February 2 at Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 3 at Burke Memorial Park with Rev. Kevin Crawford officiating. At other times the family will be at the residence at 920 Hwy 70 West.
Memorial contributions may be made to Burke Hospice and Palliative Care, 1721 Enon Rd., Valdese, NC 28690.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.