Betty Gaddy McFarland, 78, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 15, 2025 at home.

Born May 12, 1946 in Cleveland County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Thurman Albert Gaddy and Lucy Costner Gaddy and was also preceded in death by her husband of over 40 years, James Willard McFarland, and her brother Jerry Gaddy. Betty was employed for years as a knitter at Kings Mountain Knit. She was a passionate collector and painter of porcelain dolls, and she also painted china. She loved to travel, especially trips to the beach. Betty was a fun person who could light up the room with a joke. Her laughter and contagious joy will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

SURVIVORS: Daughter: Tina Bridges of Kings Mountain, NC
Siblings: Danny Gaddy (Brenda) of Grover, NC; Cathy Wright (John) of Kings Mountain, NC; Faye Short (Randy) of Kings Mountain, NC; and Judy Causby of Kings Mountain, NC
Granddaughter: Courtney Bridges
Betty is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and a multitude of friends.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Friday, January 17, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Pastor Brandon Jones officiating.

VISITATION: Friday, January 17, 2025, prior to the service from 1:00 to 1:50 P.M. in the parlor of Harris Funeral Home.

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

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