James “Sarge” Carswell, 88 of Morganton, NC gained his Heavenly Wings on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Born on October 4, 1935, he was the son of the late James and Rosalia Carswell. Sarge was a member of North Morganton Baptist Church. He retired from Henredon Furniture working at Plant 1.
Sarge is survived by his children, Terry Carswell (Krissy), Gary Carswell (Penny), Cathy Kirby (Bill); grandchildren, Johnny Webb (Angela), Allison Black (Lance), Jamie Carswell (Courtney), Christian Carswell (Michaila); great-grandchildren, Dylan, Quinn, Oliver, Locklynn and Leon; companion, Mary Travis; and his buddies at McDonalds and his neighbors that helped him.
In addition to his parents, Sarge was preceded in death by his wife, Edna Carswell; brother, Paul Carswell; sisters, Dorothy Carter, Shirley Carswell.
The family will receive friends from 1pm until 2pm, Sunday, September 8, 2024 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2pm in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Kenny Baker officiating. Burial will follow at Burke Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to North Morganton Baptist Church.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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We are Terry Carswell’s parents-in-law. We offer our sincere sympathies to all of James’ family.