Joseph “Vaughn” Pearson, 76, Indian Land, SC, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at The Blake, surrounded by his family, following his battle with Parkinson’s disease.  He was born on January 22, 1943, at Riverview Hospital in Charleston, SC to the late Emma Brewer Pearson and Mars Pearson. Many cousins and relatives live in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas.

Vaughn was a graduate of the Georgia School of Technology where he obtained his Bachelor of Industrial Engineering degree in 1968 (Georgia Tech – BS) and Georgia College in 1976 where he obtained his Masters of Business Administration.  He was a loving husband to Beverly for over 33 years and a devoted father to son Jason and daughter Lauren (Luke) Vernon. His hobbies included music, hiking, traveling, fine dining, history, reading, cultures, and, of great importance to him, was his religion.  

Vaughn was buried in the Baha’i section at Forest Lawn East Cemetery in Matthews earlier this week and a Celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, March 31, 2:00 p.m. at the Baha’i Faith Charlotte Community Center, 3514 Marvin Road, Charlotte, NC  28205. All who knew him are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Association of the Carolina’s.