Benjamin David McCubbins II

Benjamin David McCubbins, 92 passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at his residence, 3150 Old Mocksville Road, Salisbury, NC. The son of Benjamin David McCubbins, Sr., and Sara Swicegood McCubbins, Ben was born in Salisbury at Rowan Regional Hospital, on March 22nd, 1931. Growing up in a loving home, an honor roll student who excelled in sports, graduate of Boyden High School, he served as class president of the Student Council, a member of National Honor Society, President of the Key Club International, Tar Heel Boys State, organized several fundraising talent shows, Ben was MVP star football player-“All State”. Recognized for his excellent record, the Governor appointed Ben McCubbins to the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, via Bullis Prep School, Poromac, MD. Served as a Lieutenant and a translator in the French languages, he was a 1954 United States Naval Academy Graduate. From there, he would earn two degrees, one in engineering and one law degree from UNC Chapel Hill, he passed his Bar, receiving his law license in 1961. Moving back to Salisbury, he set up the Professional Offices of Ben McCubbins Attorney at Law, 315 N. Main Street, Salisbury, NC, where he helped many folks, both civil/criminal, real estate closings, served as Pro Bono Attorney for the American Humane Society and performed volunteer legal work for veterans. Ben McCubbins retired at age 72. Jean B. McCubbins, spouse, proceeded him in death, worked as his legal secretary. Some of his accomplishments, Past Asst. Solicitor, Superior Court, Rowan. Past Solicitor, Rowan County Court, President of the Bar Association, member of the NC Bar. Served as Samuel C. Hart Post Commander for Post 14, '69-70 and '70-71. He provided plans for the building/expansion to provide facilities at the Samuel C. Hart, Post 14. He taught Business Law at local colleges. Ben McCubbins married Jean Brooks, 1957, and raised two children: Benjamin David McCubbins, III. Cornelius, NC (proceeded in death) and Sara Jean McCubbins, Triple Springs Horse Run/Horse & Carriage, LTD., of Salisbury, NC. During his life, he enjoyed many hobbies and activities, coaching football, Boys Club, American Legion, volunteering at schools, flipping real estate, improving and building many fine homes with the last project being Pinnacle Point at Leatherwood, a gated horse community in the NC mountains. He was a devoted lifelong Kiwanis member and Past Exalted Ruler for the Elks Lodge. Lifelong member of The First United Methodist Church, where he served on the board for many years. Survivors include a daughter, Sara Jean McCubbins (Phil Maness), of Salisbury, NC; brother, Dr. Paul S. McCubbins (Carol), of Blowing Rock, N.C.; cousin, Rosemary (and Nelson) Bradshaw, and several nieces and nephews. A reception will be held from 12 - 1 PM, Thursday (April 6, 2023) at First United Methodist Church. The funeral service will follow at 1 PM at First United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Dr. Mark Conforti. Burial will follow at City Memorial Park. Donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, 217 S. Church Street, Salisbury, NC 28144. Summersett Funeral Home is serving the McCubbins family. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.

Benjamin David McCubbins II

March 22, 1931 - March 21, 2023