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Pugh Funeral Home is a full service, funeral home and crematory serving Asheboro, Randleman, Troy, a Pugh Funeral Home can trace its roots back to 1857.

The Pugh Funeral Home page is written to help families and friends learn about our history, people, and services. Emory Kearns, a well-known Randolph County citizen, sold coffins and officiated at funerals as a sideline to his furniture store. An associate of Kearns, O.R. Fox, took over both businesses in 1885. Fox's son-in-law, Jess T. Pugh, joined the firm in 1921 and later purchased it in 1927. In 1932 Jess Pugh separated the funeral home from the furniture business and officially established Pugh Funeral Home. The Randleman facility was established in 1938 and the Pugh-Troy Funeral Home was purchased in 1967 from Mr. Gene Reynolds. In 1984, the Pugh's moved their Asheboro facility into a newly constructed home at 437 Sunset Avenue. By 1993, the Pugh's had established Randolph County's first crematory- Central Carolina Crematory. In early 1999 Asheboro Florist and Interiors was purchased by the Pugh's in order to offer convenience and availability to families selecting funeral flowers. In 1999, the Buckner Family of Siler City approached the Pugh's regarding the purchase of their family's funeral home. Later that year Smith & Buckner Funeral Home of Siler City, North Carolina joined the Pugh family firms. In 2001, New Hope Memorial Gardens opened. This 42 acre site is becoming one of the premier cemeteries in the area. The initial 3 acres offer over 2800 interment spaces in a beautifully landscaped haven. In spring of 2017 the Pugh's were pleased to add Phillips Funeral Home in Star to the Pugh Funeral Home Family. Throughout the years, the firm has remained family owned and operated. Jess Pugh's son, J.T. "Jack" Pugh, became President of the company in 1953. Today, the reigns of leadership are in the hands of two of his sons: Mac and Ed Pugh.

02/23/2026

Terry Lynn Waisner

Terry Lynn Waisner went to be with his Lord on February 21, 2026 at Randolph Hospice House, surrounded by the love of his wife and sons. Terry was born to Gary Lamar Waisner and Shirley Marie Ritchie in Stanley County on July 3, 1955.

Terry was a true old school cowboy. Old school cowboys were defined by their toughness, their sheer will, and their diverse skills, all which Terry had in spades. He rode bulls, worked leather, carved walking sticks, raced go-karts, coached his sons’ sports teams, and was the picture of a classic outdoorsman. He was a living historian, not only delving into the record of the past but re-enacting it for the benefit of all. He is remembered for singular will exemplified in many facets. From his volunteer firefighting, to establishing traditions within the family, for example reading the Christmas story every Christmas morning - something his sons now practice with their families. He even surprised the hospice nurses with how strongly he fought at the very end of his life to stay with his family for just a little bit longer. He always put his family first and took very seriously the role of Papa to his grandkids. Terry’s story would not be complete without telling of his commitment to his faith and his church. He sang in the choir, was Sunday School superintendent, was very involved in the pig pickin’, and participated in the annual nativity for as long as he was able. Terry’s trust in God got him through situations that would have ruined normal men. Though he was a fighter of singular will, it was his faith that brought him through all that life threw at him. Now he is healed, whole, and triumphant with the God that never left him.

Terry is survived by his wife of 47 years Lisa Waisner of the home; his sons Matthew Waisner (Kimberly), and Mark Waisner (Amie); his grandchildren Selah, Emmalie, and Graham; his sister Cynthia Moffitt (Steve); his sister-in-law Lorelei Phillips (Jarrett); his uncle Lynn Ritchie (Kate); and various nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Terry was pre-deceased by his parents, his parents-in-law Leonard and Elaine Cox, his grandparents, especially Papa with whom he was very close, and his beloved bulldog Chance.

The funeral service for Terry will be on Wednesday February 25, 2026, at Bethel Friends Meetinghouse, 2519 Bethel Friends Rd, Asheboro, NC 27205, at 3PM. A visitation will precede the service at 2PM, and period of refreshments in the fellowship hall will follow the burial in the Bethel Friends cemetery.

The family would like to publicly thank Hospice House of Randolph for the incredible care they showed both to Terry and to the rest of the family.

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to the 26th North Carolina Re-enactors through PayPal treasurer@26nc.org, and to Bethel Friends Meeting.

Pugh Funeral Home is honored to serve the Waisner family.

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02/23/2026

Thomas "Tommy" Eugene Lamb

Thomas "Tommy" Eugene Lamb, age 78, of Sophia, NC, passed away on February 20, 2026, at Randolph Hospital.

Tommy was born on April 2, 1947, to Robert and Frances Shaw Lamb.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Julie Stewart; and his brother, Edwin Lamb.

Tommy is survived by his daughter, Glenda Hutchens; his brothers, Darrell Lamb and Mitchell Lamb (Brenda); his sister, Faye Goins (Kenneth); and grandchildren Laura Hutchens, Brian Hutchens, Jordan Stewart, Joel Stewart.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Randolph Memorial Park, with Rev. Jr. Dawkins officiating.

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02/23/2026

Pamela "Pam" Dow Tekumalla

Pamela “Pam” Renee Dow Tekumalla, age 66, of Asheboro passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at Randolph Hospital.

Pam was born in Akron, OH on September 25, 1959 to Richard and Barbara Garman Dow. She was formerly employed with B.B. Walker Shoe Company in Asheboro and as a property manager for Booker Creek Townhouse Apartments in Chapel Hill. Pam was a devoted daughter. She loved crocheting, sewing, and crafting. Pam was an avid reader, especially murder mysteries.

She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Dow and her faithful feline companions, Tricia, Chloe, and Zoey.

She is survived by her son, Jim Keagy (Diana); mother, Barbara Rae Prestridge; former husband, Srikanth Tekumalla; Jim’s father, Tom Keagy; and her feline companions whom she loved very much, Spot and Tiger Tekumalla.

A Celebration of Pam’s life will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 12 noon at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue in Asheboro.

Memorials may be made to SAFE Haven for Cats, 8431 Garvey Dr., #137, Raleigh, NC 27616.

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02/23/2026

Robert "Tim" Timothy Blankenship

Robert Timothy “Tim” Blankenship, age 63, of High Point, NC, departed this life at his home on February 19, 2026.

Tim was born on January 31, 1963, in Lynchburg, Virginia. He graduated from Asheboro High School in 1981 and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1989. He also earned the rank of Eagle Scout just two days before his 18th birthday.

Tim was incredibly intelligent sometimes too smart for his own good and seemed to know a little about everything. If he didn’t know something, he would find out. He loved a good conversation and could talk for hours, even if he was the only one talking. Tim was handy and could fix just about anything, and he never passed up the chance to stop at a thrift store. He loved cats dearly and cared deeply for his family, especially the little ones.

The family would like to invite folks to Tim's celebration of life held in the New Salem UMC fellowship hall, 623 New Salem Rd, Randleman, NC 27317, on Saturday February 28, 2026 from 2-4PM

He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Norma Blankenship and his brother, Joel Patrick Blankenship.

Tim is survived by his daughter Sophie Rebecca Benson Blankenship; his brother, Edwin Lee Stanley Blankenship; his sisters, Laura Elizabeth Turner and Martha Christine Bailey; nieces and nephews, Robert, Andrew, Larissa, Edward, Kelly, William, and Carson; great-nieces and great-nephews, Rowan, Daniel, Ryly, Skyland, Eston, and Kash; and his beloved cats, Marty, Louise, and Persie.

In lieu of flowers, Donations can be made to the Crooked Tail Cat Cafe

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02/23/2026

Dorothy McNeill Upton

Mrs. Dorothy McNeill Upton

February 18, 2026

August 4, 1930 – February 18, 2026

Dorothy Clara McNeill Upton of Seagrove passed away on February 18, 2026, at Randolph Hospital. She was a very dearly loved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend.

Dorothy attended school at Seagrove after which she had a career in the sewing industry making various types of garments. She was married to her husband Lloyd for 55 years, until he passed away. She was a wonderful mother to her two children, Wanda and David, and an adoring grandmother to Tiffany and Danielle.

Dorothy was very talented and could do most anything she wanted to do, to the best of her ability. She loved flowers and always had beautiful flower beds of many different types. She enjoyed gardening along with Lloyd and was usually busy canning the fruit of their labor in the summer. She liked being outdoors watching birds and animals and enjoyed shopping for fabrics and quilting.

Dorothy was also a musician and singer, and in her early years she and two of her sisters would sing on radio programs and at various churches. She passed that love of music on to her children and grandchildren and was very encouraging up to the end of her life.

Dorothy thoroughly enjoyed being with her grandchildren, taking care of them and just spending time with them as they grew up. She was well-known for being a good cook and loved having her family at the table with her for a good meal. She will be greatly missed and her memory cherished.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd Upton, son David Leigh, parents James Astor and Dessie Saunders McNeill, sisters Ruby Hoover and Mildred Boggs, and brother Buddy McNeill. She is survived by her daughter, Wanda Upton Byerly (Boyd), granddaughters Tiffany Byerly and Danielle Byerly, sisters Clarice Hurley and Jean Smith, and brother Richard McNeill.

The family will receive friends on Monday, February 23, 2026 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue in Asheboro. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Sunset Avenue Church of God, 900 Sunset Avenue in Asheboro with Bishop Matt Gunter Officiating. Interment will follow at the Union Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

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02/19/2026

Nancy Trogdon Reynolds

Nancy Trogdon Reynolds, 85, native of Troy, who recently lived in Charlotte and Gastonia, passed away from Alzheimer’s at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, NC, on February 5, 2026.

She was born June 28, 1940, in Star, NC, and grew up in Troy, NC. She felt blessed to have grown up in a small town during the 40’s and 50’s, when life was very different during the Greatest Generation. Everyone worked hard and looked after each other. Children played without fear, patriotism was popular and all were proud to be Americans. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Mary Trogdon. Her father was a gentle man who instilled in her the love of music and nature. Her mother was an independent woman who taught her needlework and the interest in crafts of all kinds.

Upon high school graduation she completed nursing training at Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in Charlotte, NC.

Over her working years she had many mentors and heroes including Dr. Charles Highsmith and Peggy Haywood, RN, of Troy, Dr. Fred Mitchell, Dr. Cliff Calloway, Dr. Yvette Rudisel, Beth Jenkins, RN, of Charlotte and Margaret Martin, RN, of Lake Wylie, SC.

Nancy is survived by her two proudest accomplishments, her sons Chris of Nashville, TN, and Eric (Stacey) of Statesville, NC. They became outstanding men who contributed to and continue to support their communities in their own special ways. She was just as proud of three grandchildren, Luke, Joelle, and Kate. Also surviving Nancy are her brothers Lee (Blanche) and David (Bookie) who were very supportive in many ways over the years. Other close family members are Bob and Renee Selby, both of Florida, who grew up in the family home and Sylvia Trogdon, a very special niece.

Nancy lived in Charlotte for thirty-four years, but her last years were spent with close friend, Jean Pittman, at Jean’s house in Gastonia. She was grateful for that opportunity which made her retirement more meaningful and enjoyable.

Nancy requested that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to any charity of your choice.

Nancy’s Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held on Monday, March 2, at the Pugh-Troy Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. in Troy, with visitation beginning at noon, followed by the service at 1 pm.

On-line condolences may be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com.

Pugh Troy Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Nancy Reynolds.

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02/19/2026

Mildine Beryl Herring McCaskill

Mildine Beryl Herring McCaskill, 94, of Randleman passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026 at Clapp’s Nursing Home surrounded by her family. She was born August 28, 1931 to William Herring and Minnie Williams Herring.

Mildine was born in Nixonville, SC and was a graduate of Conway High School class of 1949. She moved to Randolph County where she and Charles started their family, and along with their three children they put down strong roots in the community. Mildine was a member of First Baptist Church in Randleman where she worked in the nursery and on the bereavement committee. She studied God’s word daily and applied its wisdom to her life. She loved Carolina basketball and cheered on the Tarheels. Mildine loved the beach and being around the water. Her favorite memories include going to Ocean Lakes Campground with her family and taking cruises – especially to Bermuda and St. Thomas. Mildine will be loved and missed by all who knew her.

Mildine is survived by her daughter, Kathy McPherson of Asheboro; sons, Charles McCaskill, III of Asheboro and Heath McCaskill (Anne) of Asheboro; grandchildren, Teresa Petty (Ritchie), Holly McPherson, Rebekah Needham, Matthew Needham (Rebecca), and Madison McCaskill; great-grandchildren, Maleah, Ramsey, Katherine Ann, and Audra. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles McCaskill, Jr.; her son-in-law, Rick McPherson; and her siblings, T.W. Eugene, Anson, Alene, Kathleen, Elma, and Marvalee.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church, 100 N. Main St., Randleman. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM with Reverend Chris Heppding officiating. Interment will follow at Randolph Memorial Park.

The family would like to thank her caregivers at Clapp’s Nursing Home for the love and care they provided.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Food Pantry at First Baptist Church in Randleman.

Pugh Funeral Home in Randleman is honored to serve the McCaskill family.

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02/17/2026

Daniel Ervin Stout, Jr.

Mr. Daniel Ervin Stout, Jr. 68 of Randleman passed away on Monday, February 16th at Alpine Health and Rehabilitation after a period of declining health.

Danny was a lifelong resident of Randolph County. After graduating from Randleman in 1975, he went to work with L & L Cleaners as a delivery driver, after which he spent the rest of his career in construction. He retired from Interior Enterprizes, Inc in 2025 after 30 years of dedicated service.

His favorite pastime was fishing, hunting and playing golf. His love of sports (mostly the Tarheels) was obvious to anyone who knew him or spoke to him for any period of time.

He is preceded in death by his mother (Ida Mae Pugh Stout) and father (Daniel Ervin Stout Sr). He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Danielle Stewart (Andre), sister, Sue Stout, aunts, Betty Pugh and Jan Yow.

There will be a private graveside memorial service planned for the family.

In lieu of flowers, Danny requested donations be made to Victory Junction Camp, 4500 Adam's Way, Randleman, NC 27317.

Pugh Funeral Home in Randleman is honored to serve the Stout family.

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02/17/2026

Mary Alice Hammond

Mary Alice (Rowlette) Hammond died February 14, 2026 at her home in Asheboro. She was 87 years old.

Alice was born June 28, 1938, and grew up on a farm in Shelby County, KY. She graduated from Stephens College in Columbia, MO with an Associates in Arts degree in 1958, and from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill with an AB in Journalism in 1960. At Carolina, she wrote for The Daily Tarheel, where she met her husband, Rusty. They were married for 65 years.

Alice served as the Director of Community Relations and the Assistant Administrator for Public Affairs and Planning for Randolph Hospital from 1981-1993. Prior to working at the hospital, she founded and operated her own public relations firm, Imagination, Inc. Her clients included the Stedman Corporation and the City of Asheboro. As such, Alice served as Executive for the Randolph County Bicentennial Committee. She also wrote a regular humor column for The Randolph Guide, “Across the Ironing Board.” The column later ran in The Greensboro Record under the name “Of All Things.”

Alice’s numerous volunteer activities included: Chair of the Board of Trustees at Central United Methodist Church, Board of Ushers at Central and First United Methodist Church, Tarheel Triad Council Girl Scouts Board of Directors, President of the Sorosis Club, President of Randolph Community College Foundation, Asheboro Junior Women’s Club President, Randolph County Democratic Women President, Randolph Rotary Club, Randolph Arts Guild, NC Emergency Medical Services Regional Advisory Council, Piedmont Health Systems Agency Board of Directors, United Appeal of Greater Asheboro Board of Directors, Randolph-Asheboro YMCA Board of Directors, and the Randolph Public Library Foundation. She was the Randolph County Democratic Woman of the Year in 1973.

Alice is survived by her daughters, Nancy Hammond of Hyattsville, MD and Mary “Callie” Hammond of Asheboro; her granddaughters Z**i Hammond and Isabell Hammond; her nephews Larry Cooper and Jim Cooper; her son-in-law Ken Hawes; her brother- and sister-in-law Robert and Martha (Hammond) Harvey, and her brother-in-law Daniel Cooper. She was preceded in death by her husband L. T. “Rusty” Hammond, Jr., her mother Nancy (Godbey) Rowlette; her father Henry Rowlette; and her brother William Rowlette. A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church in Asheboro on March 21 at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Alice’s memory may be made to Hospice of Randolph or to any of the charitable, religious, and civic organizations to which she contributed so much of her time and energy.

Pugh Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hammond family.

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02/17/2026

Chay Chi

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Chay Chi, who left this world on February 13, 2026 at the age of 75.

Born on June 23, 1950 in Haiphong, Vietnam, Chay lived through the Vietnam War and finally immigrated to the United States in 1980. He faced the challenges of building a new life with resilience, grace and hard work. Learning a new language, adapting to unfamiliar customs, and working tirelessly - often at more than one job - never lost sight of the dream that brought him, his wife and young son here: to create stability, opportunity, and hope for those they loved. He lived in Asheboro for 46 years and spent most of his career at Klaussner Furniture and ultimately retired from there in 2016.

Above all, Chay was a devoted parent. He taught by example the values of hard work, integrity, and perseverance. Through quiet sacrifice and unconditional love, Chay consistently showed that strength is not loud, and that courage often looks like showing up every single day for your family.

Chay found joy in fishing, UNC basketball, card games and spicy foods. During his years after retirement, he enjoyed his daily walks and traveling to spend time with his six grandchildren.

Chay is survived by his wife, Van Chi, his children – son Long Chi and wife Sarah Chi, daughter Lynn Chi Valdes and husband Michael Valdes and son Billy Chi and wife Isabelle Tan. He will be greatly missed by his six grandchildren Jack Valdes, Noah Chi, Maya Chi, Charlie Valdes, Nathan Chi and Vincent Chi. He also has siblings and many extended family members and friends across the United States, China and Vietnam.

While we mourn the loss of a beloved parent, grandparent, and friend, we also celebrate a life defined by bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering love. The opportunities we enjoy today are a testament to his courage. His story lives on in the lives he shaped and the values he instilled.

We honor Chay not only for where he came from, but for what he built, what he endured, and what he gave. He will be deeply missed.

The family will receive guests at a visitation at Pugh Funeral Home in Asheboro, NC on Friday, February 20th from 6-8pm.

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02/17/2026

Doris Talbert Pierce

Doris Marie Talbert Pierce, 74, of Asheboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Moses Cone Hospital.

Doris was born on March 5, 1951, in Asheboro, North Carolina, to Frances and James Talbert. A proud graduate of Asheboro High School, Class of 1969, she went on to dedicate 40+ faithful years of service as a “floor lady”/shift leader at Acme-McCrary. After retirement, she found her greatest joy at home, caring for and pouring her love into her beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she adored beyond measure.

Doris was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and loyal friend. She was dependable, dedicated, and fiercely protective of those she loved.

Doris was also hilarious and unapologetically herself. She had no filter, so buckle up, because she was going to tell you exactly what she thought. Yet behind her bold honesty was a heart that loved big. She would give you the shirt right off her back, food from her plate, and money she needed more herself, without hesitation. She loved watching her favorite television programs, finding a good deal at the thrift store, feeding her family, and loved the Lord with all her heart. Her faith was strong, steady, and central to her life.

She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Harkey and husband Paul Harkey; granddaughter Lyndsey Parker and husband Harley Parker; grandson Dalton Julian and fiancée Brittany Allred; granddaughter Cameron Coy and husband Dawson Coy; Weston and Hudson Harkey; and her treasured great-grandchildren, Payton, Jace, Noah, Rylan, Jesse, Skylar, Reyna, and Adler.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Frances and James Talbert; her brothers, Clinton James “CJ” Talbert and Donald Ray Talbert; and her beloved daughter, Dena Michelle Pierce.

A memorial service will be Saturday, February 28th @ 2pm at Pugh Funeral Home in Asheboro.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made Freedom Life Church in Asheboro NC.

Doris will be deeply missed but forever remembered for her incredible laughter, her ability to make others laugh, her bold spirit, and the tremendous love she gave so freely.

Pugh Funeral Home is proud to serve the Pierce Family.

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02/16/2026

Maria Clotilde Davila

Maria Clotilde Davila, amada madre, abuela, hermana y amiga, falleció tranquilamente el 13 de Febrero de 2026 en Randolph Hospice House. Nacida el 7 de Mayo de 1942 en Guanajuato, México, "Mary" fue la mayor de siete hermanos. Su fe devota y su alegría contagiosa irradiaban e infectaban a todos los que la rodeaban.

A Mary le encantaba cuidar de su familia. Era conocida por su amor por contar historias, su humor y el amor que vertía en cada comida que cocinaba y servía. Mary asumió con orgullo el papel de "mamá" no solo con sus hijos Juan Davila (Yesy), Jesus Davila (Darlin), Maria Alvarado Davila (Victor) y Antonio "Tony" Davila, sino también de tantos a su alrededor. Ella era la definición del amor.

Será recordada por su gran corazón, su fortaleza y su fe inquebrantable en Jesucristo; nunca dejó de orar por todos sus seres queridos. Mary seguirá viva en el recuerdo de sus hijos y nietos, con quienes compartió un amor y un vínculo incondicional.

El servicio fúnebre se llevará a cabo el Martes 17 de Febrero de 2026 en Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro. El velorio será a las 11:00 a.m. A continuación, el entierro se realizará en New Hope Memorial Gardens.

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The Pugh Funeral Home page is written to help the families and friends about our history, people, and services. Pugh Funeral Home can trace its roots back to 1857. Emory Kearns, a well-known Randolph County citizen, sold coffins and officiated at funerals as a sideline to his furniture store. An associate of Kearns, O.R. Fox, took over both businesses in 1885. Fox's son-in-law, Jess T. Pugh, joined the firm in 1921 and later purchased it in 1927. In 1932 Jess Pugh separated the funeral home from the furniture business and officially established Pugh Funeral Home. The Randleman facility was established in 1938 and the Pugh-Troy Funeral Home was purchased in 1967 from Mr. Gene Reynolds. In 1984, the Pugh's moved their Asheboro facility into a newly constructed home at 437 Sunset Avenue. By 1993, the Pugh's had established Randolph County's first crematory- Central Carolina Crematory. In early 1999 Asheboro Florist and Interiors was purchased by the Pugh's in order to offer convenience and availability to families selecting funeral flowers. In 1999, the Buckner Family of Siler City approached the Pugh's regarding the purchase of their family's funeral home. Later that year Smith & Buckner Funeral Home of Siler City, North Carolina joined the Pugh family firms. In 2001, New Hope Memorial Gardens opened. This 42-acre site is becoming one of the premier cemeteries in the area. The initial 3 acres offer over 2800 interment spaces in a beautifully landscaped haven. In spring of 2017 the Pugh's were pleased to add Phillips Funeral Home in Star to the Pugh Funeral Home Family. Throughout the years, the firm has remained family owned and operated. Jess Pugh's son, J.T. "Jack" Pugh, became President of the company in 1953. Today, the reigns of leadership are in the hands of two of his sons: Mac and Ed Pugh.

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