Thursday, April 6, 2017 8:25 am

Dorothy Wray Overcash, age 86, widow of Marvin Overcash of Rutherfordton passed away Saturday March 25, 2017.

Dorothy was a native of Rutherford County, a member of First United Methodist Church of Rutherfordton and was the daughter of the late Charles Miller Wray and Jennie Atchley Wray and sister of the late Janet Toney. Education was an important part of Dorothy's life, having served as a school teacher in Rutherford County for 39 years.

Left to cherish her memory is her son Thad Overcash and wife Meloney of Rutherfordton, brother in law Dennis Toney of Rutherfordton and a niece Sylvia Campbell and husband Gary.

A service to honor the life of Dorothy Wray Overcash was held at First United Methodist Church Rutherfordton with the Rev. Sydnor Thompson III officiating. Burial followed in Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Flowers are welcome but those desiring may make contributions to First United Methodist Church Rutherfordton 264 North Main St. Rutherfordton, NC 28139 or Hospice of Rutherford County P.O. Box 336 Forest City, NC 28043

Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory is assisting the family.