Mr. Hugh Carson Calton, Sr., 87,

Mr. Hugh Carson Calton, Sr., 87, of Forest City, passed away Monday, November 21, 2016.

He was the widower of Freida Sweat Calton. Hugh was the son of the late Witt and Margaret Bostic Calton, and was also preceded in death by siblings, Bob Calton, Frances Query, Jessie Harrill, Ken Calton, Bill Calton, and Louise Strikeletter. He was a 1947 graduate of Cool Springs High School and a 1957 graduate of NC State, with a BS in Animal Husbandry, and remained an avid Wolfpack fan his entire life. He was a 2nd LT. in the Army from 1951-1953 and stationed in Germany. Hugh owned City Tire Service in Hendersonville from 1962-1994. He was an active member of Concord Baptist Church, a member of the Rotary Club, a Paul Harris Fellow, and a volunteer with the Bostic Lincoln Center. He was a dedicated member of the "Do Nothing Club". Hugh loved his family and friends and was happiest when he was helping others.

He is survived by his daughter, Karen Brisendine and husband Scott, of Calhoun, GA; his son, Carson Calton and wife Cathy, of Hendersonville; a sister, Barbara Mooney of Concord; there are 4 grandchildren; a special person in his life, Audrey Randlett; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The Funeral was conducted at Concord Baptist Church. The Rev. Travis Laflin and Rev. Jim Whitlow officiated. Burial followed in the church cemetery with Military Rites rendered by the Rutherford County Honor Guard.

Memorials may be made to Concord Baptist Church, POB 70, Bostic, NC 28018 or the Bostic Lincoln Center Inc., POB 153, Bostic, NC 28018.

Washburn & Dorsey Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.