All Obituaries

Linda "Penny" Cobb Beer, 74, passed away at her home on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late James Cobb and Bertha Cobb Harris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Beer; her sisters, Carol Cameron and Sara Cobb; and her brothers, Eddie Cobb and Buddy Cobb. Mrs. Beer is survived by her son, Michael E. Beer and wife, Lauren; her grandchildren, Asher, Ben, and Jack; her honorary daughter, Jessie...

Linda "Penny" Cobb Beer, 74, passed away at her home on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late James Cobb and Bertha Cobb Harris. In addition to...

Charles Felts Mount Holly

We are truly saddened to announce the passing of our dearly beloved husband, father, brother, Charles Richard Felts. Richard was born on November 16, 1947 in Pearisburg, Virginia to Malcom Garfield and Helen Power Felts. his family relocated to Charlotte when he was a young child. He attended school there and graduated from Garringer High School in 1966. He spent 27 years working at the Cato distribution center in Charlotte, from where he retired in 2011. Richard loved the beach and fishing...

We are truly saddened to announce the passing of our dearly beloved husband, father, brother, Charles Richard Felts. Richard was born on November 16, 1947 in Pearisburg, Virginia to Malcom...

Michael Rozzelle

Our beloved Michael Charles Rozzelle, 75, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Cooper Rozzelle and Catherine Wentz Denton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two of his brothers, Gene Rozzelle and Jerry Rozzelle. Mr. Rozzelle is survived by his children, Kristi Grier (Carlos) and Charley Bland; his grandchildren, Chase Grier, Jordan Grier, Stevie Grier, Isabelle Grier, Makenna Wallace, and Noah Wallace; his...

Our beloved Michael Charles Rozzelle, 75, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Cooper Rozzelle and Catherine Wentz Denton. In addition to...

Chris Benfield Sr. Mount Holly

Chris Anthony Benfield Sr., age 62 passed away on Monday January 30, 2023. He was born in Mecklenburg County and was the son of the late Venner Benfield and Sue Benfield who survives. Chris cherished his family and will be missed dearly. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his sister Bridget Benfield and his niece Crystal Benfield. Those left to cherish his memory include his children: Chris Benfield Jr., Jenifer Bowman, and Kristy Hedrick;...

Chris Anthony Benfield Sr., age 62 passed away on Monday January 30, 2023. He was born in Mecklenburg County and was the son of the late Venner Benfield and Sue Benfield who survives. ...

Faye Marks

Faye Simmons Marks, 90, passed away peacefully in her home with her daughter Cindy by her side. She was welcomed into the arms of her beloved Jesus on Monday, January 30, 2023. Born in Hallsboro, NC, she was the daughter of Thelma Carroll Simmons and Irvin Jasper Simmons who preceded her in death. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Irvin and David Simmons and her husband, John A. Marks. Upon graduation from Hallsboro High School, she went on to earn a...

Faye Simmons Marks, 90, passed away peacefully in her home with her daughter Cindy by her side. She was welcomed into the arms of her beloved Jesus on Monday, January 30, 2023. Born in Hallsboro,...

William Hill Stanley

William Charles Hill, 66, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Horace R. Hill and Mildred Shirley Hill. Mr. Hill is survived by his daughter, Kimberly B. Hill; his grandchildren, Hayley Young and Jason Young; and a number of siblings, nieces, and nephews. A private burial is scheduled for Mr. Hill. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting www.woodlawnfuneral.org. Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mount Holly is serving the Hill...

William Charles Hill, 66, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Horace R. Hill and Mildred Shirley Hill. Mr. Hill is survived by his daughter,...

Donald Muse Belmont

Donald Muse, age 79, of Belmont, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday January 29, 2023. He was born in Gaston County and was the son of the late Johnny and Etta Dover Muse. Don was an active member of East Belmont Baptist Church and was also a fixture in the Adams Bluff neighborhood where he developed many friendships with his neighbors. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening and fixing things around his house as well as at his rental properties. He was...

Donald Muse, age 79, of Belmont, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday January 29, 2023. He was born in Gaston County and was the son of the late Johnny and Etta Dover Muse. ...

Helen Martin Gastonia

Helen Martin, 50, of Gastonia, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at her home. She was born in Gastonia to Addie Martin and the late Bill Martin. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a nephew, Jacob Thrasher. Those left to cherish her memory in addition to her mother Addie, are her children, Dallais and Isaiah Thrasher; her brother, Bill Martin and his wife Jo; her sister, Becky Martin; her nieces, Katy and Karen Thrasher; her nephew, Darrell Martin; and her...

Helen Martin, 50, of Gastonia, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at her home. She was born in Gastonia to Addie Martin and the late Bill Martin. In addition to her father, she was preceded...

Dorothy Adams

Dorothy Lee Roberts Adams, 96, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023. She was born in Robbinsville, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Bernard Powers "BP" Roberts, and Monnie Lee Davis Roberts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Roy Adams; her sister, Cleo Boughman; and her brothers, Worth Roberts, Hoyt Roberts, Howard Roberts, Clyde Roberts, and Joe Roberts. Mrs. Adams is survived by her children, Tony Adams (Diane),...

Dorothy Lee Roberts Adams, 96, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023. She was born in Robbinsville, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Bernard Powers "BP" Roberts, and...

Billy Payne Belmont

Billy Ray Payne, 74, went to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday, January 26, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Wilbur Meekin Payne and Della Mae Kinsey Payne. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Sue Melton Payne; his brothers, Lewis Payne, Toney Payne, and Allen Payne; and his son-in-law, Rex Mobley. Billy retired from Pharr Yarns after forty plus years of dedicated service. He loved all types of...

Billy Ray Payne, 74, went to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday, January 26, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Wilbur Meekin Payne and Della Mae...

William Carr

William "Bill" Marvin Carr, 65, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was born in Gaston County, the son of the late Murphy Alexander Carr and Evia Mae Watts Carr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Alvin Carr; and his uncle, Troy Watts. Mr. Carr is survived by his sons, Justin Carr (Brittany Jackson), Andrew Cope, Jonathon Carr (Haley), his grandchildren, Thomas Carr, Alexis Cope, Michael Reep, Talan Carr, Havannah Carr, Allison,...

William "Bill" Marvin Carr, 65, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was born in Gaston County, the son of the late Murphy Alexander Carr and Evia Mae Watts Carr. In addition to...

Kayla Hicks High Shoals

Kayla Rae Hicks, 29, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023. She was born in McDowell County, WV, daughter of Ray Allen Hicks and Tracy Santina Hicks Martin. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Helen Hicks and Elvia Hicks. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her daughters, Azariah McCorkle and Kaydance Hicks; her sisters, Tiffany Hicks, Hannah Tester, Olivia Waddell, Tracy Billings, and Fran Martinez; her brothers, Nathan Price, and Timothy Allen Martin, Jr.;...

Kayla Rae Hicks, 29, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023. She was born in McDowell County, WV, daughter of Ray Allen Hicks and Tracy Santina Hicks Martin. She was preceded in death by her...

Allen Bozardt Charlotte

Laurie Allen Bozardt, 55, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of Janice Northington Bozardt and the late Ronald Wilkinson Bozardt, Sr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his niece, Sarah Bozardt. Allen spent 30 years with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office, working his way up to the rank of Captain prior to his retirement. His hobby for 37 years was taxidermy, which he got interested in because of his love for fishing...

Laurie Allen Bozardt, 55, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of Janice Northington Bozardt and the late Ronald Wilkinson Bozardt, Sr. In addition to...

Viola Swink Charlotte

Viola Mae Black Swink, 71, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. A native of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late William Thomas Black Sr., and Agnes Margaret Duckworth Black. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Michael Swink; and her brother, William Black Jr. Mrs. Swink is survived by her sisters, Greta Rich, and Barbara Derrickson (Paul); and a number of nieces and nephews. She was a member of Catawba Heights...

Viola Mae Black Swink, 71, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. A native of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late William Thomas Black Sr., and Agnes Margaret...

Willie "Bill" Morgan Dallas

Dallas, NC Willie "Bill" Burch Morgan, 67, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. A native of Cabarrus County, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Freddie Morgan, and Colene Barbee Morgan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Jason William Morgan; and his brother, Danny Morgan. Bill had an infectious smile that was contagious. He was always determined to make everyone around him smile. He was always picking and said at least I got you to...

Dallas, NC Willie "Bill" Burch Morgan, 67, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. A native of Cabarrus County, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Freddie Morgan, and Colene...

Ashley Scoggins Lowell

Ashley Erin Scoggins, 34, of Lowell, left this world tragically on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. She was born in Gaston County to Roland Victor Scoggins and Cindy Storie Costner. She will be remembered as being incredibly funny, protective, and a great person to have in your corner and will be terribly missed by all who knew her. Those left to cherish her memory include her mother and stepfather, Cindy and Jason Costner; her father, Roland Scoggins; her children, Bentley Gage...

Ashley Erin Scoggins, 34, of Lowell, left this world tragically on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. She was born in Gaston County to Roland Victor Scoggins and Cindy Storie Costner. She will...

Mary Harkey Stanley

Mary Louise Harkey, age 91, of Stanley, died on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte. She was born in Gaston County and was the daughter of the late Lewis and Lula Bryson Stewart. She was a graduate of Paw Creek High School and retired from Ramsey Products after 30 plus years of service. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Mount Holly. Mary Lou enjoyed time of fellowship over meals at restaurants with Rick and friends. Her...

Mary Louise Harkey, age 91, of Stanley, died on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte. She was born in Gaston County and was the daughter of the late Lewis and Lula...

Charles Stephens Stanley

Charles Herman Stephens, 89 of Stanley, went to be with the Lord and was reunited with his wife of 68 years on January 15 at his home. He was an avid sports fan and in his later years made it his goal to attend all the American Legion World Series baseball games in Shelby, NC. He was a veteran of the US Navy and had so much pride for his country and respect for those who serve. He also cherished his times with “The Hardees Boys”, who became some of his most valued relationships....

Charles Herman Stephens, 89 of Stanley, went to be with the Lord and was reunited with his wife of 68 years on January 15 at his home. He was an avid sports fan and in his later years made it his...

Eddie McClure Clover, SC

Eddie Eugene McClure, 56, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023, at his home. He was born in York, SC, son of the late Cleatus Eugene McClure and Polly Faye Peterson McClure Burgess. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, April McClure. Eddie is survived by his wife, Karla Velle Grigg McClure; his children, Anthony McClure (Nicole), and Aaron McClure; his grandchildren, Aiden McClure, Adalynn McClure, Carson Hambrick, and Rosalie McClure; two sisters, Pam...

Eddie Eugene McClure, 56, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023, at his home. He was born in York, SC, son of the late Cleatus Eugene McClure and Polly Faye Peterson McClure Burgess. In addition...

Willis Mungo Mount Holly

Willis "Allen" Mungo, 60, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2022, at his home. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Boyd and Leona Wright Mungo. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Kimber Wilmoth. Mr. Mungo was an avid fisherman and loved the beach. Mr. Mungo is survived by his wife, Sherry Brooks Mungo; his daughters, Stephanie Brooks (Brandon Robinson) and Ashley Jenkins; his grandchildren, Amaya Morrison, Breanna Thompson,...

Willis "Allen" Mungo, 60, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2022, at his home. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Boyd and Leona Wright Mungo. In addition to his...

Amy McAden Mount Holly

Amy Lu Jensen McAden, 73, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family, after battling breast cancer. She was born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts to the late Walter and Lula Jensen. She grew up on TOPEER-A dairy farm in Copake, New York. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Tom Jensen. Amy attended Mt. Ida College in Massachusetts and Denver University in Colorado where she received her...

Amy Lu Jensen McAden, 73, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family, after battling breast cancer. She was born in Great...

Kay Roberts Alexis

Kay Hensley Roberts, 77, of Alexis, met Jesus face to face on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Noah and Flossie Hensley. Kay was a devout Christian and was a long-time member of Community Pentecostal Center in Stanley, where she served as past president of the Ladies Helping Hands. Kay had a love for people and became a caretaker for many. She was a good cook and enjoyed sharing her talent with her church members. She enjoyed traveling with her...

Kay Hensley Roberts, 77, of Alexis, met Jesus face to face on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Noah and Flossie Hensley. Kay was a devout Christian...

Dorcas Murphy Denver

Dorcas Virginia Grice Murphy, went home to be with her lord on Monday January 9, 2023. She was born in Gaston County and was the daughter of the late George and Mary Benton Grice. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years James S. Murphy; a granddaughter Brittany Murphy; her brothers: Elliot Grice, Eric Grice, J.A. O Quinn, James Grice, John Grice, and Floyd Grice; and her sisters: Mrytle White, and Catherine Arrowood. She was an R.N....

Dorcas Virginia Grice Murphy, went home to be with her lord on Monday January 9, 2023. She was born in Gaston County and was the daughter of the late George and Mary Benton Grice. In...

Jeane Lancaster Belmont

Jeane Williams Lancaster, 79, of Belmont, NC, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2023, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House. She was a native of Gaston County, daughter of the late Sara Williams Preslar and Willie Alex Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Ashley Lancaster, Jr.; sisters, Ellen Morgan, Evone Westberry, and Glenda Morgan; her brothers, Jerry "Mickey" Williams, Willie Edward "Buddy" Williams, and Howard Lee...

Jeane Williams Lancaster, 79, of Belmont, NC, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2023, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House. She was a native of Gaston County, daughter of the late Sara Williams...

Pamela Morris Lawndale

Pamela Ann Morris, 69, of Lawndale, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late William Ezra Morris and Sarah Broome Morris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Lynn and Wayne Morris. Those left to cherish her memory include four brothers, Ray Morris and his wife, Gail, and Steve, Fred, and Pat Morris; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 10,...

Pamela Ann Morris, 69, of Lawndale, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late William Ezra Morris and Sarah Broome Morris. In addition to her...

Helen Lieurance Stanley

Stanley, Helen Rhyne Lieurance, eldest child of the late Dick and Edith Rhyne, passed away January 4, 2023 at the age of 102. She was born in the family farmhouse just outside Stanley, NC on March 29, 1920. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Charles L. Lieurance, sisters Mary B. Cannon and Ruth H. Smull, and brother Richard D. Rhyne. She is survived by her only child, Gay L. Aridas, (Jim) of Virginia Beach, two granddaughters Julie A. Brannon, (Whit) of Durham and...

Stanley, Helen Rhyne Lieurance, eldest child of the late Dick and Edith Rhyne, passed away January 4, 2023 at the age of 102. She was born in the family farmhouse just outside Stanley, NC...

Benjamin Harkey Mount Holly

Benjamin Clyde Harkey, 95, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Albert Graham Harkey and Lannie Abernathy Harkey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Jo Rita Harkey and Houston P. Harkey. Mr. Harkey was a U.S. Navy Veteran, who served during WWII. Mr. Harkey is survived by his wife of 71 years, Joanne Hart Harkey; his brother, Wayne N. Harkey; and a number of nieces and nephews. A funeral service to...

Benjamin Clyde Harkey, 95, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Albert Graham Harkey and Lannie Abernathy Harkey. In addition to his parents, he...

Carl Lawing Charlotte

The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delighteth in his way.’ Psalm 37:23. Carl Vernon “Papa” Lawing, Sr., 93, of Charlotte, NC, went home to his Lord and Savior on January 3, 2023. Born December 6, 1929, in Paw Creek, NC, son of the late Charlie Mack and Carrie Lawing, Carl was loved by everyone who met him. After graduating from Paw Creek High School in 1947, Carl served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Bennington during the Korean War. Carl would faithfully...

The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delighteth in his way.’ Psalm 37:23. Carl Vernon “Papa” Lawing, Sr., 93, of Charlotte, NC, went home to his Lord and...

Linda Taylor Cramerton

Linda Hance Taylor, 73, of Cramerton, passed away on Tuesday January 3, 2023 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. She was born in Mecklenburg County and was the daughter of the late Paul and Susan Hance. Linda loved her family dearly and will be remembered as someone who loved to travel and also enjoyed crossword puzzles. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sisters: Sandra Russell, and Debbie Lavin; as well as her brother in law's...

Linda Hance Taylor, 73, of Cramerton, passed away on Tuesday January 3, 2023 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. She was born in Mecklenburg County and was the daughter of the...

James Jolly Jr. Kings Mountain

James Carroll Jolly, Jr., 73, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023, at White Oak Manor of Kings Mountain. Mr. Jolly was preceded in death by his parents, James Carroll Jolly and Alice Jean Stillwell Jolly. No services are planned at this time for Mr. Jolly. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting www.woodlawnfuneral.org. Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mount Holly is serving the Jolly family.

James Carroll Jolly, Jr., 73, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023, at White Oak Manor of Kings Mountain. Mr. Jolly was preceded in death by his parents, James Carroll Jolly and Alice Jean...

Nancy Gasperson Stanley

Nancy Burnett Gasperson passed away peacefully on January 1st 2023. She would have been 83 years old in a few weeks on January 25th. Nancy graduated from Enka High School and then attended Brevard College. Nancy spent her life devoted to supporting her late husband Tom, whom she was married to for 56 years. They were blessed with two kids; Gwen and Randy (Cindy), a grandson Brandon (Kelli), and great-grandson Mason. In her spare time, Nancy enjoyed quilting, cooking,...

Nancy Burnett Gasperson passed away peacefully on January 1st 2023. She would have been 83 years old in a few weeks on January 25th. Nancy graduated from Enka High School and then...

Ruby Garrett Mount Holly

Ruby Marlowe Garrett, 89, of Mount Holly, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday December 31, 2022 at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas. She was born in McDowell County and was the daughter of the late Luther and Rosie Marlowe. Ruby will be remembered as a Christian woman who always put other people's needs ahead of her own. In her spare time, she enjoyed cooking for her family and always made sure people were fed. She also enjoyed Christmas time...

Ruby Marlowe Garrett, 89, of Mount Holly, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday December 31, 2022 at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas. She was born in McDowell County and was...

Harold Teague Mount Holly

Harold Anderson Teague, age 79, passed away on Thursday December 29, 2022, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas. He was born in Gaston County and was the son of the late James Teague and Susan Wilkerson. Survivors include his son Jeffrey Teague, two grandchildren: Lindsey Teague and Alex Teague as well as his great granddaughter Olive. A graveside service to celebrate his life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday January 7, 2023, at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery,...

Harold Anderson Teague, age 79, passed away on Thursday December 29, 2022, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas. He was born in Gaston County and was the son of the late James Teague...

Fred Medlin

Fred Medlin went to his Heavenly Mansion on Dec 29th, 2022; he was 90 years old. He is survived by his children: Phyllis, Nancy, Ellen and Melina Medlin; stepchildren Lula Wright, Mike Sloan and Martha Null; and his grandchildren. Surviving siblings are Eula Georgia Slater and Jeanette Bonnie Blackburn. Fred loved his family, hunting, fishing, country music and was an excellent dancer. He served in the military and was known to make the best of every situation and learned to trust...

Fred Medlin went to his Heavenly Mansion on Dec 29th, 2022; he was 90 years old. He is survived by his children: Phyllis, Nancy, Ellen and Melina Medlin; stepchildren Lula Wright, Mike Sloan and...

Carol O'Neill Mount Holly

Carol O’Neill, 77, passed away on Wednesday, December 28th, 2022 at the Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville. She was born in Newark, New Jersey, raised in Harrison, New Jersey, and was the eldest child of the late Stanley “Stan” Baranowski, Sr. and Dorothy “Dot” Smith Baranowski. In addition to her parents and her brother, Bobby Baranowski, she was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, John “Jack” O’Neill, Sr. Carol was a...

Carol O’Neill, 77, passed away on Wednesday, December 28th, 2022 at the Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville. She was born in Newark, New Jersey, raised in Harrison, New Jersey,...

Gail Caldwell Gastonia

Gail Hamrick Caldwell, 79, of Gastonia, NC, passed away in her home on December 28, 2022. She was born on May 22, 1943 to the late Thomas Flay and Daphne Pauline Hamrick of McAdenville, NC. She worked as a teacher’s assistant in multiple Gaston County schools including: North Belmont Elementary School, Gardner Park Elementary School, Cramerton Middle School, and Mt. Holly Middle School for 19 years. She was a devout Christian and a member of Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church. She is...

Gail Hamrick Caldwell, 79, of Gastonia, NC, passed away in her home on December 28, 2022. She was born on May 22, 1943 to the late Thomas Flay and Daphne Pauline Hamrick of McAdenville, NC. She...

Glenn Taylor Sr. Mount Holly

Glenn Joseph "Joe" Taylor Sr., 75, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022. A native of Chesterfield, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Clarence William Taylor, and Nina Jewel Crouch Taylor. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Roy Scott Taylor; his brothers, Clarence "Chief", and Harvey; his sisters, Lois, Nancy, and Margie; and his grandson, Phillip Taylor. Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife, Judy Frances Adcock Taylor;...

Glenn Joseph "Joe" Taylor Sr., 75, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022. A native of Chesterfield, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Clarence William Taylor, and Nina...

Garland Lail Alexis

Vance Lail, age 69, passed away on December 27, 2022. He was born in Gaston County and was the son of the late Donald and Mary Lail. Vance will be remembered as a person who was always willing to help others in their time of need. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening and was known for his tomatoes. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his nephew Robert Smith. Those left to cherish his memory include his two sisters: Patricia Lail, and...

Vance Lail, age 69, passed away on December 27, 2022. He was born in Gaston County and was the son of the late Donald and Mary Lail. Vance will be remembered as a person who was always...

Daniel Platt

Stanley, NC Daniel "Bing" Platt, 84, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022, in his home. He was born in Allen County, Indiana, son of the late Daniel Clifford Platt and Olive Pearl Anspaugh Platt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Frances Ruth Chaney Platt; and his daughters, Cheryl Sides, and Cara Moore. Mr. Platt is survived by his children, Linda Harper (Steve), Leanna Tow (Travis), and Cindy Carver; his son-in-law Ronnie Sides, seven...

Stanley, NC Daniel "Bing" Platt, 84, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022, in his home. He was born in Allen County, Indiana, son of the late Daniel Clifford Platt and Olive...

Norman Braswell

Gastonia, NC Norman Braswell, 75, passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Woodlawn Funeral Home is serving the Braswell family. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting www.woodlawnfuneral.org.

Gastonia, NC Norman Braswell, 75, passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Woodlawn Funeral Home is serving the Braswell family. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting...

Helen Sigmon Mount Holly

Helen Marie Burnett Sigmon, born November 11, 1942 in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, the daughter of Robert Coleman Burnett and Attie Pearl Lee Burnett, transitioned this life on December 23, 2022. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Grady Ross Sigmon, as well as 8 siblings: Flora E. Burnett, Marion C. Burnett, Nancy L. Maney, Frances B. McKinnish, Margaret B. Painter, Warren Spencer Burnett, and David D. Burnett. She is survived by one brother, Kenneth Ray Burnett, Sr. and his wife...

Helen Marie Burnett Sigmon, born November 11, 1942 in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, the daughter of Robert Coleman Burnett and Attie Pearl Lee Burnett, transitioned this life on December 23, 2022....

Grady Sigmon Mount Holly

Grady Ross Sigmon, 87, of Mount Holly, transitioned this life on Monday, December 19, 2022, shortly before his wife Helen Marie Burnett Sigmon transitioned on Friday, December 23, 2022. Grady was born in Gaston County the son of the late Jones Lee Sigmon and Elizabeth Sipes Sigmon. In addition to his parents, Grady was preceded in death by his siblings, Henry Sigmon, J.W. Sigmon, Leona Richards, Bessie Mae Burnett, Betty McKinnish, Robert Sigmon, and Violet Louise Sigmon. He retired...

Grady Ross Sigmon, 87, of Mount Holly, transitioned this life on Monday, December 19, 2022, shortly before his wife Helen Marie Burnett Sigmon transitioned on Friday, December 23, 2022. ...

Frances Almond Lucia

Frances Keever Almond, 94, of Stanley, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Stanley Total Living Center. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Blair Jenkins Keever and Lillie Stilwell Keever. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Wren; by her son, Steven Almond; brothers, William, Harry, Clyde, Ellis, Donald, Alvin, and Leonard; as well as her sister, Ruby. Frances was a long-time member of Castanea Community Church. She retired from...

Frances Keever Almond, 94, of Stanley, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Stanley Total Living Center. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Blair Jenkins Keever and...

Ellen Huskins Mount Holly

Ellen Ethelee Hall Huskins, 91, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022. She was born in Gaston County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Elmer Huskins; her father, Cilvan Hall; her mother, Ada Odell McAllister Hall Abernathy; her stepfather, Lawson Alexander Abernathy; and her siblings, Jimmy Abernathy, Fred Hall, and Wilene Killian. Mrs. Huskins is survived by her children, Robert Alan Huskins (Sheila), Robin Leigh Huskins Vaughn (David), and Brian Craig Huskins (Robin);...

Ellen Ethelee Hall Huskins, 91, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022. She was born in Gaston County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Elmer Huskins; her father, Cilvan Hall;...

James "Ace" Simmons Jr. Mount Holly

James "Ace" Kenneth Simmons Jr., 63, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late James Kenneth Simmons Sr. and Jo Noles Parker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-father, Buddy Parker; a sister, Melanie James; and nephew Burt Bradley. Mr. Simmons is survived by his daughter, Constance Simmons; two granddaughters, Chelsey Bridges and Kamryn Mattison; his sister, Jackie Mason (Dale); and his brothers,...

James "Ace" Kenneth Simmons Jr., 63, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late James Kenneth Simmons Sr. and Jo Noles Parker. In addition to...

Marilyn Cavanagh Spartanburg, SC

Marilyn Frances McCotter Cavanagh, 83, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022. She was born in Wake County, daughter of the late Orson Richard McCotter and Frances Lee Lowe McCotter. Marilyn adventurously moved to Los Angeles in 1966 at age 27 where she met her husband Patrick Cavanagh. They later moved to Houston, Texas where she worked as an executive secretary for Dini Spheris until her retirement to Spartanburg, SC in 2004. Marilyn was active in her LDS faith and was an expert...

Marilyn Frances McCotter Cavanagh, 83, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022. She was born in Wake County, daughter of the late Orson Richard McCotter and Frances Lee Lowe McCotter. Marilyn...

Rebecca Morgan Gastonia

Rebecca Ann Lowe Morgan, 73, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022. She was born in Guilford County, NC, daughter of the late, Willie Lee Lowe and Martha McDonald Lowe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Shannon Marie Morgan; and her siblings, Lynda Blackmon and Mike Lowe. Mrs. Morgan is survived by her husband, Carmie D. Morgan; her children, Jeremy Morgan, Matthew Morgan (Jenny), and Emily Morgan Hope (Demetrius); her grandchildren, Jacob (Anna),...

Rebecca Ann Lowe Morgan, 73, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022. She was born in Guilford County, NC, daughter of the late, Willie Lee Lowe and Martha McDonald Lowe. In addition to her...

Valda Stephens Stanley

Valda B. Stephens, 88, went to be with Jesus on December 15, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center with her family by her side. She was born in Lincoln County, daughter of the late Joe and Pearl O'dell Babb, and was preceded in death by two brothers Rudolph and Jimmy Babb. She retired from Talon Zipper plant after 20 years of service, and later at Gaston County Dye Machine Company and later at First Presbyterian Church of Stanley Daycare. She was a longtime member of Stanley...

Valda B. Stephens, 88, went to be with Jesus on December 15, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center with her family by her side. She was born in Lincoln County, daughter of the late Joe and...

Reggie Whitesides Gastonia

Reggie Dean Whitesides, age 78, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday December 13, 2022. He was born in Gaston County and was the son of the late Neil Whitesides and Edith Stone. Reggie Loved his family, and especially cherished family gatherings and holidays when everyone came together. His true passion was sports. He played travel softball for many years, and also enjoyed watching football and baseball. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and could also...

Reggie Dean Whitesides, age 78, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday December 13, 2022. He was born in Gaston County and was the son of the late Neil Whitesides and Edith Stone. ...

George Hall Gastonia

George Washington Hall, 82, lived a life of faith, gratitude, and humility. He died December 12, 2022, with loving caregivers by his side who offered Mr. Hall the compassionate care and dignity all deserve, regardless of our blessings or infirmities. Mr. Hall was grateful for his blessings and nobly bore many infirmities. He was born May 22, 1940, Charlotte, North Carolina, the son of the late Earl Nelson Hall and the late Bertha Jenkins Hall. Mr. Hall enjoyed many...

George Washington Hall, 82, lived a life of faith, gratitude, and humility. He died December 12, 2022, with loving caregivers by his side who offered Mr. Hall the compassionate care and...

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