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Ellen Ann Connolly McMahon, age 84, of Pilot Mountain passed away on January 20, 2026 at Northern Regional Hospital in Mt. Airy.
Mrs. McMahon was born in Scranton, PA on July 15, 1941 to Martin and Anna Wagner Connolly and was of the Catholic faith. Ellen loved Elvis Presley and enjoyed collecting Elvis memorabilia. She enjoyed shopping, keeping QVC in business. Ellen loved all animals, except chickens. Most of all, Ellen loved spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Ellen was preceded in death by her husband, Ray McMahon, son, Ray McMahon, Jr., and brothers, Joe and Jackie Connolly.
She is survived by her son, Paul McMahon of Sanford; daughter, Linda Heaton of Pilot Mountain; grandchildren, Kevan McMahon of Sanford, Darby Heaton of Pilot Mountain, Gunner Heaton II of High Point, and Talon Heaton of Pilot Mountain; brothers, Gerald “Juggy”, Jimmy, and Marty Connolly all of Pennsylvania; and many nieces and nephews.
No services are planned.
Pugh Funeral Home in Asheboro is proud to serve the McMahon family.
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437 Sunset Ave., Asheboro, NC 27203

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