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James R. McQuiston

James R. McQuiston[1, 2, 3]

Male 1938 - 2017  (78 years)

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  • Name James R. McQuiston 
    Nickname Mack 
    Birth 28 Dec 1938  Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama Find all individuals with events at this location  [2, 4] 
    Gender Male 
    Death 7 Jul 2017  Flat Rock, Henderson County, North Carolina Find all individuals with events at this location  [4] 
    • James McQuiston Obituary

      James "Mack" McQuiston, 78, passed away Friday, July 7, at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock.
      Born in Huntsville, AL, December 28, 1938, he served in the U.S. Air Force for over 11 years. Following his time in the military, Mack lived in Orlando, FL where he worked for the City of Orlando Fire Department as an engineer and retired as a Lieutenant after 20 years of service. He had lived in Gastonia prior to moving to Hendersonville in 2004. He was active in the VFW and American Legion, serving area veterans. He was affiliated with Mud Creek Baptist Church.
      Mack not only served his country, but also his family. If his beloved wife, Virginia, was considered the heart of the family, he was the rock. Solid, hardworking and dependable, he often worked two jobs to support his family. He made sure cars were running and needs were met. He greatly cared for his family and showed his love through his deeds. Mack demonstrated quiet and continuous generosity, selflessness and commitment to his family, even during severe illness, and this generosity extended through his life to the community. He was especially devoted to Virginia, who died in April of this year. As a father, he enjoyed family time and having fun together. Camping, game time, boating and cookouts were favorite family pastimes. Although he will be greatly missed, knowing that he is with his great love, his wife Virginia, consoles the family.
      Mack is survived by four daughters, Pamela Gause, Donna McMahon, and Angela Gause, all of Hendersonville, and Patricia McQuiston of Alabama; nine grandchildren, three of whom live locally, Jessica Murray, Gabriella Andersen, and Alexander Andersen, and seven great-grandchildren.
      Per his wishes there will be no service. Memorial contributions may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
    Burial Henderson County, North Carolina Find all individuals with events at this location  [5, 6] 
    Person ID I34987  Family
    Last Modified 11 Jun 2024 

    Father Frank James McQuiston,   b. 18 Jul 1916, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 1 Mar 1989, Orlando, Orange County, Florida Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 72 years) 
    Mother Annie Irene Gwaltney 
    Marriage 19 Jan 1935 
    Divorce Feb 1939 
    Family ID F16458  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family Virginia Belle Tanner,   b. 27 Apr 1932, Lowell, Gaston County, North Carolina Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 17 Apr 2017, Flat Rock, Henderson County, North Carolina Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 84 years) 
    Marriage 6 Nov 1962  Norfolk, Norfolk County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location  [7] 
    Children 
     1. Patricia McQuiston
    Family ID F12355  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 26 Oct 2024 

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    Link to Google MapsBirth - 28 Dec 1938 - Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama Link to Google Earth
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  • Sources 
    1. [S2927] Find a Grave, 18 February 2020; Virginia B. Tanner McQuiston.
      Virginia McQuiston, 84, of Hendersonville passed away Monday, April 17, 2017 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock. Born in Gaston County, she was the daughter of Everett and Evelyn Webb Tanner.
      Virginia had a wonderful life, full of love, fun and laughter. She was a beautiful, kind, thoughtful and sweet woman who was completely devoted to her family. She could find excitement in a trip to the thrift store as much as a trip to Italy.
      Virginia was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was happiest getting family together for every possible occasion—birthdays, holidays, camping, boating and cookouts. She enjoyed her home, gardening and nature. A devoted Christian, she radiated love and was the absolute heart of her family.
      Virginia recently stated that she had enjoyed a Great Romance with her husband of 54 years, James McQuiston. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughters, Pamela Gause, Donna McMahon and Angela Gause; and her grandchildren, Jessica McMahon, Gabriella Andersen and Alexander Andersen.
      A funeral service will be held at 1 PM Thursday, April 20 at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
      Find A Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com : accessed 18 February 2020), memorial page for Virginia B. Tanner McQuiston (27 Apr 1932–17 Apr 2017), Find A Grave Memorial no. 178648888, citing Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Henderson County, North Carolina, USA ; Maintained by Kevin Haynes (contributor 47893059) .

    2. [S2669] Legacy Website, 19 July 2017; James "Mack" McQuiston.

    3. [S4824] The Orlando Sentinel, Brevard Obituaries; obituary; 2 March 1989; Frank James McQuiston; online; 5 June 2024.

    4. [S2669] Legacy Website, online; 9 June 2024; James "Mack" McQuiston obituary .

    5. [S2927] Find a Grave, 15 March 2020; James R. McQuiston.
      Find A Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com : accessed 15 March 2020), memorial page for James R. McQuiston (28 Dec 1938–7 Jul 2017), Find A Grave Memorial no. 200888409, citing Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Henderson County, North Carolina, USA ; Maintained by Stephen M. (contributor 48779625) .

    6. [S2927] Find a Grave, online; 9 June 2024; James R. McQuiston; Memorial ID: 200888409.

    7. [S3706] Virginia, Marriage Records, 1936-2014, online; 9 June 2024; James McQuiston and Virginia Tanner Marriage Record 1962.