Beauford Woodrow Guffey, Sr., age 78

Beauford Woodrow Guffey, Sr., age 78; went home to be with The Lord Thursday, August 1, 2024.

A native of Rutherford County, Beauford was a member of West Memorial Baptist Church. Beauford also enjoyed singing as a member of the "Make a Joyful Noise Quartet".

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Ruby Taylor Guffey; children, Lucretia Roper (Roger), Emma Wyatt, and Beauford Guffey, Jr. (Kathy); one Goddaughter, Angelia Allen; one Godson, Kyle Yelton; two sisters, Daphne Delahunt (Less), and Tina Winters (Ed); three grandsons, one great grandson, two great granddaughters, two step granddaughters, 1 step great grandson, 2 step great granddaughters; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Beauford was preceded in death by his parents, David and Alice Williams Guffey; two brothers, Robert and Dan Guffey; one sister, Nancy Griffith; and one son Clifford Guffey.

Funeral services were held August 4 at West Memorial Baptist Church, Rutherfordton with Rev. Alan Beane officiating.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Grace of God Rescue Mission, 537 W. Main St., Forest City NC 28043.

Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com.