Ms. Ethel Mae (Smith) Stamey, 82, of Morganton, passed away on Wednesday October 4, 2023 at her residence following a period of declining health.

Ethel was born on June 7, 1941, in Cleveland county, a daughter of the late Bert and Zonie Butler Smith.

In addition to her parents, Ethel is preceded in passing by her husband, William Stamey.

Those left to cherish her memory include, her children, Pete and Sis Stamey; siblings, Liberta, Linda, Ruffin, Ray, John Henry, and Roy; grandchildren, Brandon, Nikki, and Rachelle; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Clint, Caroline, Isabella, and Sam; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 6, 2023 at 2 PM at Bible Gospel Baptist Church with Rev. Matt Holman officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Friday, October 6, 2023 at Bible Gospel Baptist Church from 1 PM to 2 PM.

An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com.

Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.