Randall Hoyt "Papaw" Hampton, 64

Randall Hoyt "Papaw" Hampton, 64, of Saluda passed away Saturday, June 21, 2014, at his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hoyt W. Hampton and Lowee Fisher Hampton and a brother, Harold Hampton.

Randy grew up in Brevard, graduated from Brevard High School and retired from the NC Department of Corrections after 30 years of service. Randy was an active member of Mud Creek Baptist Church where he loved to sing in the choir. He loved the Lord Jesus Christ and encouraged all he came in contact with to do so as well. He was a devoted Father and "Papaw". He was a loyal and trusted friend to many and will be missed by all!

He is survived by his son, David Hampton and his wife, Lori of Hendersonville; three grandsons, Cameron, Zachary and Nicholas; two sisters, Joyce Raines and her husband Brian of Liberty, S.C., and Margaret Teague of Hendersonville; one brother, Doug Hampton and his wife Joyce of Brevard and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, June 26, 2014, at Mud Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Hunnicutt officiating.

Donations may be made to Mud Creek Baptist Church, 403 Rutledge Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.