Wednesday, August 6, 2025 9:06 am

Justin "Bucky" Padgett, age 34, of Rutherfordton, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

Justin was born September 28, 1990 in Rutherford County to Joseph S. Padgett who resides in Rutherfordton and the late Debra Dobbins Padgett.

He was a graduate of R-S Central, class of 2009. Justin worked for Westrock for several years and as an Assistant Manager for Domino's Pizza for many years.

Survivors include his father, Joseph S. Padgett; brother, Jonathan Shawn Padgett of Rutherfordton; sisters, Julie Marie Padgett of Mooresville, and Jessica Lindsey Vaughn of Georgia.

A private family service will be conducted to honor Justin's life.

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

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.