Mr. Loren Hugh Sterling, 72, of Franklin, NC passed away Wednesday December 23, 2020 at his home.

Loren was born November 27, 1948 in Inyokern California to the late Jesse and Agnes Sterling. Loren is also preceded by a son; Michael Sterling, sister and brother in-law; Denise and Art Becker.

Surviving him is his wife of 19 years, Mary Hall Sterling, children; Tina (Donald) Marsh, John (Lorelei) Sterling, Leona (Mark) Burrell, Jesse (Cliftney) Sterling, Dennis (Rennata) Sterling, stepchildren; Ronald (Donna) Shearl, John (Lila) Shearl and Lisa (John) Ray, 19 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews as well. Loren will be Sorley missed.

Loren was an automobile mechanic by trade, he loved NASCAR, enjoyed hunting, fishing and Drag Racing, he even built cars for the NRA. Raised by his parents as Catholic, locally, Loren attended Cartoocechaye Church of God from time to time.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Condolences to the family can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com

Macon Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements