Mary Lou Philbeck Whisnant, 88, of Polkville Road, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at her residence.

She was born on December 7, 1936 in NC to the late David Earl Philbeck and Edna Bell Melton Philbeck. Mary was a member of Polkville Methodist Church, Methodist Women and the church prayer group.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Barber Whisnant and brother, Ricky Philbeck.

Mary is survived by her brother, John Philbeck of Polkville; two sisters, Brenda Beam of Cherryville and Sybil Edwards and husband, Steve of Polkville and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 5, 2025 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm at Polkville Methodist Church.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 3:00pm at Polkville Methodist Church with Dr. David A. Irish and Rev. Bill Lovelace officiating.

Burial will follow at Polkville Methodist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Polkville Methodist Church, PO Box 9, Polkville, NC 28136.

Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center-Fallston.