Julian Tafur, 73, a Kings Mountain resident passed away on March 6, 2024.

He was born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, son of the late Carlos Ernesto Tafur and Martha Santos de Tafur, and is survived by his wife of 47 years Nancy Buchanan, sons Julian and Carlos, daughter in laws Annika Tafur and Tina Tafur, grandchildren Ivana, Luanna, Julian Andres and Daniel.

In South America he is survived by his siblings Silvana, Martha, Marcia and Rigo Tafur.

Julian did his undergraduate studies in Ecuador, in the 70s he received his Masters degree in Seismology (civil Engineering) at Clemson University.

While on a school break, Julian visited Gastonia at the suggestion of a clasmate, where he met the love of his life Nancy Buchanan.

Julian was a dedicated husband and father, a good son, brother and friend. He was always a true gentleman. His passions were chess, painting, and his profession, civil engineering.

Rest in peace dearest Julian, you are taking a piece of our hearts with you, we´ll see you soon.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel

VISITATION: Friday, March 8, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Parlor of Harris Funeral Home

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC