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Margaret Harshaw Obituary

Margaret Elizabeth Harshaw, 64, of Morganton, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010, at Grace Hospital after a period of declining health.
She was born to the late Lucille Hice Logan on Aug. 31, 1946 in Burke County, where she remained a lifelong resident.
Those left behind to cherish her memory include three daughters, Belinda Whithworth and her husband, Kelly, Angela Ervin and her husband, Donald, and Wendy Harshaw, all of Morganton; two sons, Kenny Harshaw and Christopher Harshaw, both of Morganton; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; an aunt, Annie Johnson of Morganton; and numerous other relatives and friends.
In addition to her mother, Margaret was preceded in death by her stepfather, Sylvester Logan.
A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. today at the Unity New Zion Temple Church in Lenoir with Pastor Sharon Logan officiating.
Kirksey Funeral Home of Morganton has the honor of serving the family.
Condolences at www.kirkseymorganton.com.

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Published by The News Herald on Sep. 15, 2010.

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jennifer robinson

September 16, 2010

you was a fabulous lady and you will be missed dearly....

Felecya Leonard

September 15, 2010

I'm so so sorry for your lost that is something no one every wants to go though my heart and prayers are with you I love you Wendi

Deborah Lorenzo

September 15, 2010

Belinda, our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time.
Deborah Lorenzo, Burke Co. School teacher

Daisy Cordell

September 15, 2010

Margaret .. You will truly be missed and you will always be loved ! You are an Angel now and May God and You Bless your family and friends .. You were always like a 2nd mom to me and my sister .. we will always remember you ... Love you Margaret

Cynthia Vaughn

September 15, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Becky Crump

September 15, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss Angela.I have been praying for you and your family and will continue to do so.May God Bless all of you.

Alice Tate and Family

September 15, 2010

Sorry for your loss, we will miss Margaret. We rode together on Tuesdays and Thursdays to dialysis. May God bless you all.

Greta Tate

September 15, 2010

It's at times like this that you don't know what to say to God, it's okay, He knows and He promises not to leave you. Hold on to that promise and be comforted in knowing that Margaret's suffering is over. You are in my thoughts and prayers. A former classmate of Margaret's.

Antonia Wilson

September 14, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless your family at this time.

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