Arnold Clifford Marshburn of Wallace, NC, passed from his earthly life on Saturday, January 6, 2024, while at home.  Born October 24, 1940, he is the son of the late Parlie Clifford and Lila Bell Davis Marshburn.  He is also preceded in death by a son—Arnold Clifford Marshburn, Jr. and brothers—Delbert, Ellis, and E. J. Marshburn.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife—Nancy Stokes Marshburn; children—Carol Denise McVicker (J.T.) of Wilmington, Jeffrey Lynn Marshburn of Wallace, and Felicia M. Sanderson (Kelly) of Beulaville; brother—Danny Ray Marshburn (Rita) of Richlands; grandchildren—Brianna Lanier, Natalie B. Maready, Chelsea G. Maready, Joshua B. Maready, Reagan K. Sanderson; great grandchildren—Dakota L. Maready, Adaline R. Maready, Paisley M. Smith, and Anna R.  Chestnutt.

Mr. Marshburn was born in Onslow County and lived a great portion of his life in Duplin County.  He owned and operated a trucking company for the greater part of his work career.  At heart, he was a long term NASCAR fan and was always anxious to watch his team compete.  His wife, of sixty-four years, and his family were the most important thing on earth and he loved and cherished them with everything within him.

A service to celebrate his life is set for 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in the chapel of Padgett Funeral & Cremation Services in Wallace, with visitation one prior to the service at 10:00 a.m.  Interment will follow the service in Cavenaugh Cemetery of Wallace.