Bill Hampton, age 79

Bill Hampton, age 79, of Rutherfordton, died Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

Bill was born February 18, 1945 in Rutherford County, to the late Theodore and Sue Conner Hampton.

He graduated from R-S Central High School in 1963 and was a member of Green Hill Baptist Church. Bill was a proud veteran, serving in the Army during the Vietnam War. He worked as a grading crew foreman for the DOT for 33 years prior to his retirement. Bill's life's passion was farming and raising cattle.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Helen Hampton; his grandson, Billy Ruff; and a sister, Jeanette Hampton Taylor.

He is survived by his daughter, Rhonda Ruff (Bud), of Rutherfordton; granddaughter, Harley Woodall (Brad), of Rutherfordton; two sisters, Ruby Clements, of Sandy Mush, and Alice Waters, of Chesnee.

The funeral was held July 13 at Green Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Don McIntyre officiating. Military Honors were provided by the Rutherford County Honor Guard.

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

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.