Wednesday, September 11, 2024 8:54 am

Anthony "Tony" Hedden, age 61, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2024.

Tony was born November 29, 1962 in Haywood County, NC to Sandy Hedden of Forest City and the late Steve Hedden. He was a graduate of East Rutherford High School, class of 1981. Tony worked as a supervisor for Everest Textiles and most recently was a machine operator for Trelleborg. Tony was a member of the Restoration Church.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Vickie Hedden.

Besides his mother, those left to treasure his memory include his wife, Angie Hedden; son, Brandon Hedden (Melissa) of Forest City; stepchildren, Madison Terry of Forest City, Taylor Hutchins (Ty) of Ellenboro, Brooklyn Merck of Ellenboro and Jordan Merck of Ellenboro; brother, Kevin Hedden of Mooresboro; two grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, one niece, and one great-nephew.

The funeral was held September 10 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev.Phillip Wyatt officiating.

Memorial donations requested to Grace of God Rescue Mission, 537 W. Main St., Forest City, NC 28043.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.