Cassandra Ledford Milstead

Cassandra Ledford Milstead

Cassandra Ledford Milstead, age 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.

Born in Buncombe County, North Carolina, Cassandra was the daughter of the late Thomas and Marjorie Blake Ledford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Mark and Thomas Ledford.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 47 years, Horace Milstead of Southern Pines; her son, Jason Milstead and wife Janelle of Bluemont, VA; her daughter, Maria Fontenoy and husband Richard of Caumont-sur-Durance, Provence, France; and her stepson, Michael “Shawn” Milstead and wife Tina of Etowah, NC. Cassandra was a proud and loving grandmother to Titan Milstead, Frankie Fontenoy, Jaydan Milstead, and Maddan Milstead.

Cassandra was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother, elegant and kind in every way. She will be remembered for the love she shared with her family and the grace with which she lived her life.

Online condolences can be left at PinesFunerals.com

The care of Cassandra has been entrusted to Powell Funeral Home.