Franklin Auman

Pearson Franklin Auman, 82, of Seagrove, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024 at his home.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Suggs Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Star, where he was a member, with Elder John Wingfield officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Born in Randolph County, NC, on March 6, 1942, Franklin was the son of the late Pearson Leland Auman and Cletus Marie Freeman Auman. He was retired truck driver from Oliver Rubber Company where he received many awards for safe driving. He enjoyed riding his tractor and golf cart, traveling to visit his grandson, and spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, Franklin was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Stout Auman; sisters, Vivian Hinesley, Mae Davis, Virginia Phillips, Blanche Nall, Betty Jean Auman; brothers, Robert Auman, Treece Auman, Clarence Auman, Boyd Auman, R.H. Auman and Harvey Auman.

Survivors include his daughter, Catherine "Cathy" Moffitt (Randy) of Asheboro; grandson, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Dustin Moffitt (Gizem) and great grandsons, Andrew Moffitt, Pearson Moffitt, all of OK; sister, Lucy Ann Maness of Asheboro; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at Ridge Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to Suggs Creek Primitive Baptist Church, c/o Jeff Lucas, 383 Lucas Road, Star, NC 27356.