Joseph “Freddie” Alewine, age 55, of Forest City, NC, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012.

Freddie was born December 7, 1956 in Aniston, Alabama to the late Joseph F. Alewine, Sr. and Marjorie Freeman Alewine.  He worked for many years in the hospitality industry and was a skilled musician. He was known for his kind heart and his zest for life.  He enjoyed remodeling homes and had a propensity for nostalgia.  He especially enjoyed old westerns and the Andy Griffith Show.  Greater than his love for music and nostalgia was his devotion toward God and a desire to walk close to Him.   

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Susan Alewine.

Left to cherish his memory is one sister, Tarha Waller and husband, Kevin of Lava Hot Springs, Idaho.  

No formal services are planned.  A private inurnment will take place in the Rutherfordton City Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church of Rutherfordton, 246 Main Street, Rutherfordton, NC  28139.

Harrelson Funeral Home is caring for the Alewine Family.