Wednesday, April 9, 2025 10:00 am

Ted Rollins, age 81, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025.

Ted was born July 17, 1943 in Cramerton, NC to the late Daniel C. Rollins and Vesta Henderson Rollins.

He worked for J.C Cowan (Burlington Industries) for many years before retirement.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Jack Rollins, Don Rollins, Bill Rollins, Margaret Babnew, JoAnn Hewitt, Brenda Latham and Wanda Conner.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 61 years, Patsy Ayers Rollins; daughter, Angie Bumgardner (Steve) of Forest City; son, Darrell Rollins (Frankie) of Grover; sister, Gail Trunk of New Bern, grandson, Gaither Rollins (Sarah); step grandchildren, Adam Bumgardner (Marque), Sarah Bumgardner, Isaac Bumgardner, Brandie Robinson (Chris), Amanda Irvin, Cierra Toney (Tanner); great grandson, Marshall Rollins and 13 step great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held April 5 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Roy Byers and Rev. Norma Roberts officiating.

Memorial donations requested to Caroleen Methodist Church, PO Box 187, Caroleen, NC 28019 or to Division of Services for the Blind, PO Box 242, Spindale, NC 28160.

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

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.