Fred Marshall McMasters

Fred Marshall McMasters, age 90, of Asheboro, NC passed away at Terra Bella Assisted Living on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Marshall was born to the late, Fred and Ethel McMasters and was a lifelong resident of Asheboro. He was also, preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca “Becky” Miller McMasters, his brother Herman McMasters and sister Daphne McMasters Hoover. He graduated from Asheboro High School in 1953. He retired from General Electric and Black and Decker and was employed there for over 30 years. Marshall was an avid bottle collector and was well known at festivals, antique malls and flea markets. He loved negotiating a good deal. 

Marshall recently celebrated his 90th birthday with family and friends at a party on January 26th. Among those attending was his dear friend John Knapp who, in Marshall’s own words, “could do anything!” 

Marshall was a loving and devoted father to his twin girls, Karrie McMasters Hill of Concord, NC and Kelly McMasters Bowers (Alex) of Asheboro, NC. He was always there when his girls needed him. 

There were many special dogs in his life over the years. He had a special place in his heart for Katie and Charlotte, his Yorkshire Terriers. He was often seen around Asheboro with them in his arms or riding in his car. He also fed the birds and squirrels at his house, and literally had the squirrels eating out of his hands. 

Marshall loved the Lord and was a lifelong member at Balfour Baptist Church. He attended church there and listened on the radio when he was no longer able to attend. 

In addition to his twin daughters, he leaves five grandchildren, Adam Bowers (Roberta) of Wilmington, NC, Andrew Bowers (Caitlin) of Boynton Beach, FL, Rachel Hill, Harrison Hill, Sarah Hill of Harrisburg, NC and one great-grandchild, Bailey Bowers of Boynton Beach, FL. Marshall also had two nephews, Scotty Hoover (Becky), Mark Hoover (Collette) and one niece, Pamela Haywood (Dudley), who were very special to him. 

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all his caregivers at Terra Bella Assisted Living, who gave him so much love and special attention. 

A public visitation will take place on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 6:00-8:00pm at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro, NC 27203. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 11:00am at Balfour Baptist Church in Asheboro, 1642 N Fayetteville Street, Asheboro, NC 27203. Burial will be at Randolph Memorial Park, 4538 US Hwy 220 Bus N, Asheboro, NC 27203.