James Ophus "Jim" Deviney, of Casar, NC passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 20, 2019.
Born on December 19, 1942; son of the late Ophus Monroe Deviney (1911–1982) and Ruth Evelyn Boggs Deviney (1916–2003); the oldest of four children.
Attended Gardner-Webb University and Lake City Jr. College Forest Ranger School; a member of Mt. Moriah United Methodist; a Master Mason of Lodge #579 of Casar, NC; along with his brothers, he owned and operated M.O. Deviney Lumber Co., Inc, a third-generation family business.
A quiet legend fashioned from honesty, hard work, patience, and integrity; a dedicated husband and father; maintained the belief that God and family are the most important things in life; an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything to do with nature. A true lumberman by trade, enjoyed every aspect of his work but most important to him were the relationships he formed throughout his life. He touched a vast cross-section of humanity, never turning anyone away and always endeavoring to better himself and those around him. He was a man of great strength and character and will be missed greatly by many. An Honorable Man
Survived by his wife Collette W. Deviney of 51 years; daughters, Apryl D. Peters (Gary) and Robyn D. Houser (Scott); three grandchildren; brothers, Robert "Bob" and Max Deviney; sister, Barbara D. Newton; two nephews and one niece.
The family received friends from 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home in Fallston, NC.
A private graveside service was held on Sunday at Mt. Moriah United Methodist Church.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center
Fallston, NC
Published by Shelby Star
Feb. 23, 2019
Born on December 19, 1942; son of the late Ophus Monroe Deviney (1911–1982) and Ruth Evelyn Boggs Deviney (1916–2003); the oldest of four children.
Attended Gardner-Webb University and Lake City Jr. College Forest Ranger School; a member of Mt. Moriah United Methodist; a Master Mason of Lodge #579 of Casar, NC; along with his brothers, he owned and operated M.O. Deviney Lumber Co., Inc, a third-generation family business.
A quiet legend fashioned from honesty, hard work, patience, and integrity; a dedicated husband and father; maintained the belief that God and family are the most important things in life; an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything to do with nature. A true lumberman by trade, enjoyed every aspect of his work but most important to him were the relationships he formed throughout his life. He touched a vast cross-section of humanity, never turning anyone away and always endeavoring to better himself and those around him. He was a man of great strength and character and will be missed greatly by many. An Honorable Man
Survived by his wife Collette W. Deviney of 51 years; daughters, Apryl D. Peters (Gary) and Robyn D. Houser (Scott); three grandchildren; brothers, Robert "Bob" and Max Deviney; sister, Barbara D. Newton; two nephews and one niece.
The family received friends from 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home in Fallston, NC.
A private graveside service was held on Sunday at Mt. Moriah United Methodist Church.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center
Fallston, NC
Published by Shelby Star
Feb. 23, 2019
James Ophus "Jim" Deviney, of Casar, NC passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 20, 2019.
Born on December 19, 1942; son of the late Ophus Monroe Deviney (1911–1982) and Ruth Evelyn Boggs Deviney (1916–2003); the oldest of four children.
Attended Gardner-Webb University and Lake City Jr. College Forest Ranger School; a member of Mt. Moriah United Methodist; a Master Mason of Lodge #579 of Casar, NC; along with his brothers, he owned and operated M.O. Deviney Lumber Co., Inc, a third-generation family business.
A quiet legend fashioned from honesty, hard work, patience, and integrity; a dedicated husband and father; maintained the belief that God and family are the most important things in life; an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything to do with nature. A true lumberman by trade, enjoyed every aspect of his work but most important to him were the relationships he formed throughout his life. He touched a vast cross-section of humanity, never turning anyone away and always endeavoring to better himself and those around him. He was a man of great strength and character and will be missed greatly by many. An Honorable Man
Survived by his wife Collette W. Deviney of 51 years; daughters, Apryl D. Peters (Gary) and Robyn D. Houser (Scott); three grandchildren; brothers, Robert "Bob" and Max Deviney; sister, Barbara D. Newton; two nephews and one niece.
The family received friends from 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home in Fallston, NC.
A private graveside service was held on Sunday at Mt. Moriah United Methodist Church.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center
Fallston, NC
Published by Shelby Star
Feb. 23, 2019
Born on December 19, 1942; son of the late Ophus Monroe Deviney (1911–1982) and Ruth Evelyn Boggs Deviney (1916–2003); the oldest of four children.
Attended Gardner-Webb University and Lake City Jr. College Forest Ranger School; a member of Mt. Moriah United Methodist; a Master Mason of Lodge #579 of Casar, NC; along with his brothers, he owned and operated M.O. Deviney Lumber Co., Inc, a third-generation family business.
A quiet legend fashioned from honesty, hard work, patience, and integrity; a dedicated husband and father; maintained the belief that God and family are the most important things in life; an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything to do with nature. A true lumberman by trade, enjoyed every aspect of his work but most important to him were the relationships he formed throughout his life. He touched a vast cross-section of humanity, never turning anyone away and always endeavoring to better himself and those around him. He was a man of great strength and character and will be missed greatly by many. An Honorable Man
Survived by his wife Collette W. Deviney of 51 years; daughters, Apryl D. Peters (Gary) and Robyn D. Houser (Scott); three grandchildren; brothers, Robert "Bob" and Max Deviney; sister, Barbara D. Newton; two nephews and one niece.
The family received friends from 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home in Fallston, NC.
A private graveside service was held on Sunday at Mt. Moriah United Methodist Church.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center
Fallston, NC
Published by Shelby Star
Feb. 23, 2019
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