Wednesday, June 25, 2025 9:15 am

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael "Mike" Jolley, 76, Friday, June 13, 2025.

He was born in Spartanburg, SC to the late Ara Burton Jolley and Orelia Bailey Jolley. He is also predeceased by his sister, Norma Chalk.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 59 years, Diane Mitchem Jolley; son, Todd Jolley and spouse Dawn; daughter, Crystal Blackburn; grandchildren, Justin Blackburn and spouse Dannah, Skylar Blackburn, Paige Bumgarner and spouse Brandon; great-grandchildren, Paislee, Mason, Weslie, Wyatt Blackburn and Marleigh Bumgarner.

Mike was a member of Crestview Baptist Church of Shelby. He was also a member of Masonic Lodge #460. He retired from Duke Energy after 30+ years.

Celebration of Life Services were held June 18 at Crestview Baptist Church, Shelby with Rev. Artie Hubbard officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Shriners Children's Hospital, 2900 North Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607, online at https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/locations/greenville and/or to Crestview Baptist Church, 1090 Old Boiling Springs Rd., Shelby, NC 28152 online at https://www.crestviewbaptistshelby.com.

Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.