Earthie Randall "Bud" Mendenhall , 71 , of Franklinton passed away on Monday, February 17th, 2020 . He was born on August 17, 1948 to the late Rupert and Esther Wood Mendenhall. In addition to his parents, Bud was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Mendenhall.
Bud was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was a member of Franklinton Baptist Church. Bud enjoyed socializing with others, and listening to country gospel music. He was a faithful fan of UNC Basketball.
Bud is survived by his wife, Catherine Ball "Kay" Mendenhall; his daughters, Angela Eudy and Julie Wilkins; his five grandchildren, Emma Eudy, Lucas Eudy, Kayla Mendenhall, Meredith Wilkins, and Austin Wilkins; his brothers, Vance Mendenhall, and J.R. Mendenhall (Judy); and a sister-in-law, Donna Mendenhall.
The family will receive friends from 1:00-1:45pm on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Franklinton Baptist Church, 102 West Mason St. Franklinton, NC 27525 where a memorial service will be held at 2:00pm with the Reverend David Averette officiating.
In lieu of flowers, consider contributions to Transitions LifeCare www.transitionslifecare.org/donate/ or Franklinton Baptist Church. Arrangements are being handled by First Cremation Society. Online condolences may be made to www.firstcremation.com
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Visitation
Friday, February 21st, 2020 | 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Franklinton Baptist Church
102 W. Mason Street
Franklinton, NC, NC 27525
Service Friday, February 21st, 2020 | 2:00pm
Franklinton Baptist Church
102 W. Mason Street
Franklinton, NC, NC 27525
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Earthie Mendenhall
August 17, 1948 – February 17, 2020
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What a wonderful young man. Bud will be missed by so many. My prayers 🙏🙏🙏 to the entire family. Sincerely, Karen J Webb Asheville, NC
Sending prayers of comfort and peace during this time to the Mendenhall family. Royal Elementary School Staff
Condolences to the family on the loss of Bud. He will be missed. Prayers for his family.
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