Individual Details
Harold Whitley FURR
(17 Jun 1940 - 15 Jan 2026)
On July 25, past Grandmaster of the Grandlodge of North Carolina and also past Master of Masonic Lodge #703 of Albemarle Robert E. Greshem presented a 60-year award to Harold W. Furr of Masonic Lodge #703 of Albemarle. Greshem invited Lucille, Harold’s wife of 61 years, to assist in the presentation of his 60-year pin. Harold received a certificate and a picture of him and Lucille on their Hillbilly Scooter which was taken in the July 4 parade in Oakboro. Harold and Lucille have been members of the Stanly County Hillbillies for a long time and love making children smile when they ride their scooter. Monday was past masters and awards night and all were honored. Harold wishes to extend his gratitude for all that made this night possible and for Joe Burris for preparing a meal.
The Stanly News and Press, July 28, 2022
The Stanly News and Press, July 28, 2022
Events
| Birth | 17 Jun 1940 | Stanly County, NC |  | ||
| Death | 15 Jan 2026 | Albemarle, Stanly County, NC |  | | |
| Marriage | Living | ||||
| Burial | Canton Baptist Church Cemetery, Albemarle, Stanly County, NC | |
Families
| Spouse | Living |
| Child | Living |
| Child | Living |
| Father | Adam Roosevelt FURR (1910 - 1978) |
| Mother | Thaddeus WHITLEY (1912 - 2001) |
| Sibling | Living |
| Sibling | Lucille Robby "Lucy" FURR (1932 - 2007) |
Notes
Death
Harold Whitley Furr, 85, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026 at his home in Albemarle. Harold was born June 17, 1940 in North Carolina to the late Adam Rosevelt Furr and Thaddeus Whitley Furr. He was also preceded in death by granddaughter Brea Jo Furr; sister Lucille Mauldin, and daughter in Law Claudia Furr. Harold was a member of the Albemarle Masonic Lodge 703 for 63 years. He was also a member of the Stanly County Shiners club for many years serving as president for six years. Harold was a loving Husband, Father and Poppy. He retired after 52 years of Long Haul truck driving. A Celebration of Life will be held at 12pm on January 24, 2026 at Canton Baptist Church in Albemarle officiated by Rev. Curtis Williams. Survivors include wife, Lucy "Lucille" Ramona Furr, son, David Furr of Norwood, NC, daughter, Susan (Brian) Bergquist of Albemarle, NC, granddaughters, Whitney (Thomas) Wechter, Hannah (Zack) Wood, Whitney Blake, Dava Furr, six great grand children and sister, Mildred Whitley,of Albemarle and beloved friend Mike Hinson. The family would like to thank the staff of Tillery Compassionate Care for the exceptional assistance and phenomenal care they provided Harold and the family. In Lieu of flowers memorials maybe shared to Stanly County Shiners or to Tillery Compassionate Care. Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Furr family.Endnotes
1. North Carolina Birth Index, 1800-2000 [database online]. Provo, Utah: MyFamily.com, Inc., 2005.
2. Hartsell Funeral Home, North Carolina.
3. , findagrave.com (N.p.: n.p., n.d.).