Alton Cecil Maybin, 74

Mr. Alton Cecil Maybin age 74 of Zirconia passed away peacefully December 6, 2014 at The Elizabeth House of Flat Rock North Carolina.

He was born on January 3rd, 1940 in Henderson County. He will be remembered as a man who loved children, his family and the church. He loved his country and served in the United States Army. He was also a member of MT. Valley Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Catherine Black Maybin ; a step-son, Raymond Black and step-daughter, Christina Mosley. They had 2 step grand children, Lara Snyder and James Snyder. In addition Alton had a loving U

Uncle, Grover Maybin, 3 Aunts, Nell, Edna and Ione, a niece, Dr. Beverly Hargus and great niece , Haley Hargus.

Funeral services will be 3 PM Wednesday at MT. Valley Baptist Church with Rev. Shannon Owens officiating.

Burial will follow at Pearson Cemetery.

Family will receive friends from 1 to 3 PM Wednesday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations can be made to Fours Seasons Hospice in his honor.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of the arrangements.