Tuesday, December 31, 2024 9:23 am

Joe Steve McGuire, age 82, of Cliffside, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Monday, December 23, 2024.

Joe was born October 17, 1942 in Pacolet, SC to the late J.M. McGuire and Odell Pennington McGuire. He served honorably in the US Marine Corps and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Joe worked at Hamrick Mill for many and later as an insurance agent for Farm Bureau. He was also a graduate of Fruitland Bible College and pastored several Baptist churches. He was a member of Goodes Grove Baptist Church. Joe was a proud member of the Sons of the Confederate Veterans.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Joan McCraw.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of almost 60 years, Margie B. McGuire; son, Timothy W. McGuire (Suzanne) of Cliffside and brother, Mike McGuire (Beth) of Pacolet.

A memorial service was held December 28 at Goodes Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Robbie Hensley officiating. Military Honors were provided by the Rutherford County Honor Guard.

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