The Rev. Dr. Marcus T. Mauney Sr. 67, of Morgantown, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, Dec. 4, 2020. He was born in Shelby, N.C. on Nov. 2, 1953, son of the late Walter D.T. Mauney and Chineta Elaine Howell.
Marcus graduated from Shelby High School in Shelby, N.C. in 1971 in college preparatory courses. Marcus was an All-American at Shelby High School (coached by Gerald Allen). He continues to hold the following records: eighth place in county history for 3,809 rushing yards, 1,936 rushing yards in 1970 as a senior, fifth place in Cleveland County with a career total of 4,719 yards and fourth place all time with 374 career points. He played in the NC Shrine Bowl and the Sunkist All American game in 1970.
Marcus went to West Virginia University where he played football under Coach Bobby Bowden from 1971-1974 and studied in religion and physical therapy. Marcus played in the Peach Bowl in 1972. As a junior, he was named to the weekly ECAC defensive All-Star team. His 56-yard interception helped seal WVU’s 24-14 victory over Syracuse. He made an awesome 99-yard interception return during the final game of the season at Virginia Tech to help the Mountaineers earn a 22-21 victory in Blacksburg, Va. This play was mentioned in Coach Bowden’s book, “Called to Coach,” which he credited as saving his job. He was voted the team’s best tackler heading into his senior season. Marcus was drafted to the New York Giants in 1975. Due to a knee injury, he was placed on the Injured Reserve list before he turned in his football cleats. He would later be recognized for his high school athletic accomplishments by being inducted into the Cleveland County Hall of Fame on May 9, 2018.
Marcus answered the call into ministry and preached his initial sermon at Washington Missionary Baptist Church in Waco, N.C. in 1976. He attended Fruitland Bible Institute in Asheville, N.C. from 1983-1990 and Emmanuel Bible College in Shelby, N.C. He graduated with an associate degree, bachelor’s degree, graduate degree, master’s degree, Doctor of Divinity degree, and Doctor of Ministry degree. Marcus was the pastor of “Jesus Mission” Outreach Ministry in Shelby, N.C. from 1980-1988. Then, he became the Pastor and Founder of “Jesus Way Mission” from 1988-1991 in Shelby, N.C. He was employed at Overnite Transportation, now known as UPS Freight, until he retired in 2011. Marcus had a lot of interests. He organized multiple community Bible Outreach Ministries for the youth. These included bible study, prayer, training, track meets, open basketball games, bowling, chess, anatomy/physiology lectures and speaking in Spanish.
Marcus was a loving, caring, God-fearing man. He was a consistent provider for his families. He never met any strangers and was a generous giver in the communities he resided in. He has greatly impacted many lives in many different regions. He was passionate about people getting saved. But most importantly, he knew that without Jesus, nothing in this world would be possible.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, the Rev. Dr. T. D. Mauney; grandfathers, Roy Mauney and William Howell; and grandmothers, Jesse Mauney and Allie Howell.
Marcus was a devoted family man and is survived by his former wife, Elder Pearl J. Mauney and from that union, Kenyon Mauney and Marcus T. Mauney Jr. (Qweshanda), of Greenville, S.C.; Edgar W. Mauney (Evonne), of Polkville, N.C., and Quiannta Mauney, of Charlotte, N.C.; his present wife and caretaker, Evangelist Angela N. Mauney and from that union, Donte R. Falls, of Great Lakes, Ill., Adera J. Falls, of Charlotte, N.C., Marquis. D. Mauney, Mary L. Mauney and Marquino Z. Mauney, of Morgantown; and his grandchildren: Mekaylah Mauney, Jamarra Hopper, Jalen Mauney, Jamaris Hopper, Roman Mauney, Ezekiel Mauney, Ja’Linda Hopper and Tondra Mauney. Surviving uncles are Hillard Howell (Doris) and Borders Mauney (Lora Mae); his surviving aunt, Shirley Roberts; his nephew, Travis Mauney; niece, Chineta Mauney; and a host of relatives and friends. A special recognition to his friends, Steve Hoskins (deceased), Kerry Marbury (deceased), Ron Lee, John Spraggins, Calvin Hamrick, Daniel Buggs, Dr. Forrest Toms, Harry Blake and Min. Walt Bragg.
Friends may join the family of the Rev. Dr. Mauney to honor his wonderful life and legacy at Smith Funeral & Cremation Care, 108 Holland Ave., Westover/Morgantown, WV from 3-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10. The homegoing service will be held for his immediate family at the funeral home chapel at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11 with Bishop Terry McCaskill Sr. officiating. Following the funeral service, the Rev. Dr. Mauney will be laid to rest in the East Oak Grove Cemetery.
The homegoing service will be live streamed via the funeral home’s Facebook page. Friends and relatives may sign up for notifications of the service on the funeral home’s website.
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