Furman Russell "Bud" Dalton

Furman Russell "Bud" Dalton, 87, of Highlands, NC passed away Monday, July 6, 2015.  A native of Macon County, he was the son of the late Lawrence Grady and Jessie Conley Dalton.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian Houston Dalton. He was owner of Bud Dalton Plumbing in Highlands.

Mr. Dalton is survived by two sons, James Thomas Dalton and Jerry Lee Dalton both of Highlands; two brothers, Maurice Monroe Dalton of Florida and Franklin D. "Frank" Dalton of New Hampshire; six grandchildren, Lauren Dalton, Gary Dalton, Paul Dalton, Tracy Head, Heather Escadon and Stephanie James and nine great‑grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by two daughters, Bertie Lou and Darlene Dalton; one son, Furman R. Dalton, Jr.; three sisters and two brothers.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 9, 2015 at 2:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church of Highlands with Rev. Roy Lowe officiating.  Burial will be in Highlands Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends Thursday from 12:30 ‑ 2:00 pm, prior to the service, at the church.

Bryant‑Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Online condolences may be made at www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com.