Dewey Floyd Upton passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024 while at Willow Ridge, Forest City.

He was born in Rutherford county to the late Charlie Belk Upton and Laura Daggerhart Upton. He is also preceded in death by his sisters, Margaret Holmes, Lillian Gibson, and Betty Rhom; brothers, Jimmy Upton, Boyce Upton and Charles Upton Jr.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Sheryl Lynch Upton, daughter Tammy West (Garry West); grandchildren Heather West (Rosheem Baker), step great-grandchildren Tzurial, Tzek, and Treasure Mauny; great-grandchildren Takoda and Zaiden Woods; and brother, Mike Upton (Renee), and close family friend, David Lewis.

Floyd was a Truck Driver for 46 years, the last ten years worked for Mail Carriers of America. He enjoyed singing karaoke and spending time with his grandchildren. He loved life and was a blessing to all who knew him.

A celebration of life ceremony will be held at 5 P.M. on Saturday, September 7 at Fellowship Holiness Church, located at 301 Deviney Street in Spindale with Pastors Chad Sisk and Buddy Campbell officiating. Visitation will begin an hour prior to service.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is honored to serve the Upton Family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.