Garland Humphries

Garland Humphries, 88, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2026, at Via Hospice House of Cleveland County, with his daughter by his side.

Born on November 25, 1937, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, Garland was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was rooted in family. He will be remembered with love by those who knew him and by the generations of family who carry his memory forward.

He was preceded in death by his father, T.O. Humphries; his mother, Rosie Moore Humphries; his wife, Jean Weaver Humphries, who passed away in 2020; and his son, Michael Van Humphries, who passed away in 2019.

Garland is survived by his daughter, Wanda Bowman, and by his brother, Scott Humphries. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Shelby Bowen Austell and Roger Bowen, and his wife, Samatha, as well as his great-grandchildren, Mason Bowen, Maverick Austell, and Lanning Bowen. His family was a lasting source of love and pride in his life, and his memory will remain close to their hearts.

Garland served his country and was a veteran of the United States Army. He went back to college and earned his Criminal Justice Degree. Garland retired from Hoechst Celanese, where he worked as a forklift operator in the warehouse.

A graveside service will be held on October 26, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Cleveland Memorial Park, officiated by Rev. Keith Dixon, 1225 College Ave, Shelby, North Carolina 28152. The family asked that, in lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice of Cleveland County, 953 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150, in Garland's memory.

Garland Humphries will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

The family has entrusted services to Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc., 2518 West Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC 28152, 704-487-5811.