Robin Mabe, 70, of Morganton, NC went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 20, 2026.
Born in Burke County, NC on December 24, 1955, he was the son of the late Robert Alston Mabe and Ann Johnson Warlick Mabe.
Robin was an active member of Mt. Home Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, sang in the choir, was a councilor, and taught Sunday school. He was a 1974 graduate of Freedom High School, earned his cosmetology license from McDowell Tech in 1981, and earned his bachelor of the arts from UNC Asheville. Along with his wife, Robin owned and operated Headlines Salon. He served on the advisory board and as an adjunct instructor for the cosmetology program at Western Piedmont Community College. He enjoyed music and antique cars, and he loved driving his Ford Model A. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 46 years, Rhonda McDaniel Mabe; children, Raven Anderson, Dylan Anderson (Amber), and Robin Watters (Jeremy); grandchildren, Joleigh Anderson, Layla Anderson, Kaylee Watters, Carter Watters, and Raylan Watters; sisters-in-law, Debra Smith, Barbara Guinn, Patricia Eastridge, and Kathy Culbertson; a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins, his salon family and Mt. Home family; canine companions, Reicker, Diamond, Pongo, Maggie Mabe, his feline fur-babies; and his chickens.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Mt. Home Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the church with Rev. Ethan Cromer officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Home Baptist Church, 2272 Mt. Home Church Road, Morganton, NC 28655.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Rhonda, I am so very sorry to hear about Robin. I will never forget all the times the three of us would run into each other in stores and different places, the three of us were always laughing, hugging, always enjoying reuniting. I will be praying for you and all of your family!!❤️❤️
Dear Rhonda and Family: Sorry for your loss. Praying you will see God work and see his grace and have his peace. I remember Robin as quiet and humble yet very strong and helpful. Thank God for Robin's faith in Christ.
Rhonda, We are so sorry to have missed the funeral today. We want you to know we are here for you if we can help with anything at the house with the animals or anything! Reading all the lovely words people that knew Robin wrote here makes me wish we knew him better! Sending love to you and all the family! Andrea & David Kirk
We didn’t have to be around each other to know Robin and Rhonda. I heard all the stories about the trips to NC from the kids. They loved their PawPaw. He was a good man. I’m praying for you, Rhonda Raven, Dylan and Robin. I love you all.
Praying for comfort and peace only God can give for this sweet family now and the days ahead!! Love and hugs to all!!🙏❤️🙏
Dear Rhonda and family, Sheila and I send the deepest prayers and condolences for you and your family. We are truly saddened for your loss. May the good Lord give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Sincerely Charlie and Sheila Justice
Our utmost sympathy to Robin's entire family. He was a great friend and will be sorely missed
Rhonda I am so very sorry about the loss of your dear husband Robin. I know you will miss him terribly, but I am praying that God will meet your every need and give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. With love., Adelia Mace
Rhonda and family, I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Robin cut my hair as far back as I can remember when I was a little girl. He was always so nice to me and I loved the familiarity of the salon and his same smiling face popping around the corner to ask if I was ready and to come on back. Grateful this is our temporary home and we will see him again soon and he will ask us if we are ready and to come on back. Sending you all love and hugs.
May God continue to guide you! Love you! Praying for you!!! Am deeply sorry for your loss! Am thankful for heavens gain!