Oliver Michael Jarrett

Oliver Michael Jarrett, 73, of Morganton, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Born in Burke County, NC on January 11, 1953, he was the son of the late Oliver Billings Jarrett and Wilma Virginia Wise.

Michael attended Hopewell Baptist Church. His passion was exotic birds, and he was a member of the Smoky Mountain Caged Bird Society. He retired from the furniture business after 48 years.

A loving father and grandfather, Mr. Jarrett is survived by his daughter, Christine Jarrett Fulbright (Dean); step-daughter, Michelle Flowers (Steve); granddaughter, Summer Elizabeth Fulbright; brother, Kirby Bryan Jarrett (Patricia); and nephew, Kurt Bryan Jarrett (Sarah).

In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Susan Keller Jarrett.

A celebration of Oliver’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Hopewell Baptist Church with Rev. Brayden Martin officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hopewell Baptist Church.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.