John Wayne Pierce

John Wayne Pierce, 76, of Asheboro, died Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at his home. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 6, 2021, at Christian Fellowship Church with Rev. David Hunt officiating. John Wayne was born on November 7, 1944, in Asheboro, to the late John Winfred Pierce and Martha Jane Rich Pierce. He attended Farmer School and retired from Cooling Technology as a longtime superintendent. He enjoyed being part of the yearly toys for tots toy ride to the children's homes, riding in the Veterans Day parades, and proudly flying flags behind his trike. John Wayne also enjoyed the fellowship with his GWRRA Chapter family. In addition to his parents, John Wayne was preceded in death by his brother, Arthur Eugene Pierce. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Barbara Darline Wilson Pierce of the home; sons, Charles Wayne Pierce of Richmond, VA, Kenneth Mark Pierce of Asheboro; daughter, Barbara Kay Pierce Arsenault of Clemmons; brother, Brantley Lee Pierce of Sanford, FL; sister, Linda Pierce Bristow of Asheboro; four grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 until 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2021, prior to the service at the church.