Fred Mitchell Tharrington passed away October 10, 2019. He was born August 28, 1933 in Rocky Mount to Roy and Lonnie Tharrington. He was preceeded in death by his parents, Roy and Lonnie, brothers Roy "Snook", Harry Lee and grandson, Spencer Tharrington.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Betty Jane Askew Tharrington; sons, Mark (Darlene), Blake (Lottie), Trent, Scott (Lisa) and Rob (Danelle); seven grandchildren; one great grandchild.

Services were held Sunday, October 13, 2019 in the Chapel of Cornerstone Funeral Home with Pastor Taylor Whitley officiating.