Charles Anderson Carrigan, 80, passed away on February 14, 2022 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his family. Born in Gaston County on July 14, 1941, he was the son of the late John William Carrigan and Nadine Carrigan Hedgepath. In addition to his parents, Charles is preceded in death by his sister, Ritta Carrigan.

Charles served in the United States Marine Corp before marrying his lifetime love Betty Faye Hanna on May 12, 1962. Charles was owner/operator of Carrigan Auto Sales and Cherokee Auto Auction. He enjoyed volunteering and helping people in his community. His passions included donating to and attending The American Legion World Series and being involved with the children of Grace Christian Academy. He was once employed by and remained active with the Cleveland County Sheriffs Department. Charles was a member and former Deacon of Bethlehem Baptist Church and attended Branch Street Chapel. He was an active boater and loved fishing on the Intracoastal Waterway with his friends. He will be remembered for his love of life, his big smile, quick wit, and most of all his incredible heart.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty Hanna Carrigan of Kings Mountain; four children-Sherry Rippy (Michael), Jimmy D. Faulkner Jr (Lynn), Lisa Yarbro (Leslie), and Tonya Leatherman (Scott); 8 grandchildren; Joshua Hollifield (Brandi), Matthew Faulkner(Maria), Dustin Yarbro, Taylor Rippy, Carrigan Leatherman, Tucker Leatherman, Leslie Brooks(Teddy), Amber McGill and 8 great grandchildren; Levi Hollifield, Bryson Yarbro, Jaxson Faulkner, Avery Oliver, Jason Pegg, Makayla Brooks, TJ Brooks, Jaylan McGill.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 Friday, February 18, 2022 at Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home in Shelby. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Kings Mountain, NC with Pastor Michael Chambers officiating. Burial will follow the service in the church cemetery.

The family greatly appreciates the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials and donations may be sent to: Grace Christian Academy (420 Branch St. Kings Mountain, NC 28086) and/or The American Legion World Series (117 A. W. Warren St. Shelby, NC 28150).

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory