All Obituaries

Mary Willard Calvert, 90, passed away peacefully with her family by her side and in the loving care of angels on Wednesday, January 22, 2020. Born in Belmont, NC, she was the daughter of the late George Lorraine and Maggie Smith Willard. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, JC Calvert; brothers, Eddie and Clyde Willard; and sisters, Billie Mauney and Hazel Spargo. Mary Calvert was an endearing person in the community and the church. She was always willing to...

Mary Willard Calvert, 90, passed away peacefully with her family by her side and in the loving care of angels on Wednesday, January 22, 2020. Born in Belmont, NC, she was the daughter of the late...

Arnold Dover Mount Holly

Arnold Wayne Dover, 59, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020. He was born in York County, son of the late A.W. Dover and Mary Frances Carroll Dover. He enjoyed photography, woodworking and was a master with electronics. He is survived by his wife and partner of 20 years, Marilyn Sigmon Dover; his sisters, Mary Ann Reyes (Jose'), Edna Peak, Darlene Philbeck (Ralph), Teresa Farris (Joey), Wanda VanDyke and Tammy Adams (Fiance' Dean); his brother, Tommy Dover; special nephew, Joe...

Arnold Wayne Dover, 59, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020. He was born in York County, son of the late A.W. Dover and Mary Frances Carroll Dover. He enjoyed photography, woodworking and...

Marvin Lynch Malabar, FL

Marvin Otis Lynch passed away peacefully on January 15, 2020 in Deltona, Florida. Marvin was born on February 25, 1930 to James Pinkney Lynch and Mary Edith Brown Lynch in Spartanburg, SC. Marvin was a sickly child and was never expected to live through childhood, but Marvin was a fighter and amazed everyone, some credit to be given to a daily dose of goat’s milk, raw eggs and splash of shine. Not only did Marvin live, but he did so with gusto and...

Marvin Otis Lynch passed away peacefully on January 15, 2020 in Deltona, Florida. Marvin was born on February 25, 1930 to James Pinkney Lynch and Mary Edith Brown Lynch in Spartanburg,...

Janice Lee Hendersonville

Janice Shealy Lee, 76, of Hendersonville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 14 at her home. She was born in Charleston, South Carolina, daughter of the late Karl Elbee Shealy and Viola Inez Strange Shealy. Those left to cherish her memory include her daughters Kelly Michelle Lee, Kimberly Erin Lee, and Kirsten Nicole Lee Boland; as well as her grandchildren Tyler Lee, Austin Lee, Carson Lee, Kaylee Thompson, Kaysn Irby, Madison Boland, and Landen Lee. ...

Janice Shealy Lee, 76, of Hendersonville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 14 at her home. She was born in Charleston, South Carolina, daughter of the late Karl Elbee...

Billy Canipe Stanley

Billy Joe Canipe, 70, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family. Joe was strong-willed and bravely fought his illness for over 3 years. He was born in Cleveland County, son of the late Emmett C. Canipe and Jean Wilson Anderson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Terry Canipe and his fur-baby, Daphne ("Fluff"). He was a member of Hardin Community Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon. Joe served his...

Billy Joe Canipe, 70, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family. Joe was strong-willed and bravely fought his illness for over 3 years. He was born in...

Eva Wright Gastonia

Eva Jean Bramlett Wright, 82, of Gastonia, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2020. She was born in Fannin, Georgia, daughter of the late Roy and Elizabeth Meers Bramlett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Gene and a brother Cecil Bramlett. Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter Teresa Riddle and her husband Bobby; a granddaughter Chrissy Khamsanhlong and her husband Matt; a great grandson Hunter...

Eva Jean Bramlett Wright, 82, of Gastonia, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2020. She was born in Fannin, Georgia, daughter of the late Roy and Elizabeth Meers...

Charity Cantrell Stanley

Charity Lynn Coleman Cantrell, 46, of Stanley, North Carolina was called home suddenly by her Lord and Savior January 11, 2020 at 10:47 pm at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. Charity attended First United Methodist Church of Stanley. She had a love to care for children with disabilities. Charity was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Tom and Martha Frazier and paternal grandparents Grace Grote, Gilbert Coleman, and brother Alex Hegner. She is...

Charity Lynn Coleman Cantrell, 46, of Stanley, North Carolina was called home suddenly by her Lord and Savior January 11, 2020 at 10:47 pm at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. Charity...

William Mace Charlotte

On January 11, 2020, William David Mace (known as Dave to those that loved him) crossed over to join his late son, Dwayne, on the brighter side of Life. Born in Mt. Holly on September 24, 1941 to Truett and Faye Mace, Dave, for the bulk of his 78 years, made Charlotte his home. ! As a boy, Dave worked concessions and operated the projector at the Gaston Theatre in Mt. Holly. It was there that he met Glenda Ann Summey, his wife of nearly 60 years. As a teenager,...

On January 11, 2020, William David Mace (known as Dave to those that loved him) crossed over to join his late son, Dwayne, on the brighter side of Life. Born in Mt. Holly on September...

Jerry Bostic Stanley

Jerry Jackson Bostic, 73, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Jake Quincy Bostic and Ruth Garner Bostic. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Joyce Blanchard. Mr. Bostic earned a Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies from Belmont Abbey College, where he was a member of the rifle team and was selected to compete for the National Olympic Team; a Master of Arts in History and an Ed.S in Educational Leadership...

Jerry Jackson Bostic, 73, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Jake Quincy Bostic and Ruth Garner Bostic. In addition to his parents, he...

Kathy Armstrong Lincolnton

Kathy Gail McAndrew Armstrong, 67, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late W.P. McAndrew and Shirley Ross McAndrew. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Angela Greene; and her siblings, Alan McAndrew, Tracy McAndrew and Cindy Holloway. She enjoyed watching and feeding birds and was a lover of all wildlife. Ms. Armstrong is survived by her grandchildren, Alan Michael Greene (Dominique) and Miranda Greene;...

Kathy Gail McAndrew Armstrong, 67, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late W.P. McAndrew and Shirley Ross McAndrew. In addition to her...

Lindbergh Hawley Stanley

Lindbergh (Lindy) Hawley, 92, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late William Garfield Hawley, Sr. and Ora Pearl Walker Hawley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jacqueline Nixon Hawley; six sisters; and four brothers. Mr. Hawley was a lifetime member of Christ's Evangelical Lutheran Church of Stanley and was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. He was the former owner and operator of Lindy's Paint & Home...

Lindbergh (Lindy) Hawley, 92, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late William Garfield Hawley, Sr. and Ora Pearl Walker Hawley. In addition to his...

Margie Dowdle Mount Holly

Margie Christine Putnam Dowdle, 95, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Mack Wells Putnam and Ella Wise Putnam. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Elmer Dowdle; two infant twin sons, her son, Roger Dowdle; her sisters, Viola Smith, Nellie Boyles and Ruby Bynum; and her brother, Judson Putnam. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church, Mount Holly. She enjoyed cooking for her family whom she loved...

Margie Christine Putnam Dowdle, 95, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Mack Wells Putnam and Ella Wise Putnam. In addition to her parents,...

Leonard Smith Charlotte

Leonard David Smith, 64, of Charlotte, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Kenneth Hughes Smith, Sr. and Mary Ellen Starnes Smith. Leonard graduated from West Mecklenburg High School in 1973. He followed in his fathers footsteps to become a sheet metal journeyman. Upon graduating, he earned his sheet metal teaching certification from Ohio State in 1987 and taught welding classes at CPCC from...

Leonard David Smith, 64, of Charlotte, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Kenneth Hughes Smith, Sr. and Mary Ellen...

Steven Matthews Gastonia

Steven Eugene Matthews, 28, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of Dina Cagle Blizzard and the late Donald Ray Matthews. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Helen Matthews. Steven is survived by his son, Brayden Wesley Matthews; his mother, Dina Cagle Bilzzard (Danny Kessler); his fiance, Candace Adams; his siblings, Cheyenne Nicole Williams (Shane) and Justin Lee Matthews (Tara); his grandparents,...

Steven Eugene Matthews, 28, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of Dina Cagle Blizzard and the late Donald Ray Matthews. In addition to his father, he...

Carley Skibo Stanley

Carley Danielle Skibo, 26, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019. She was born in Mecklenburg County, daughter of Richard William Skibo and Laura Michelle Miller Skibo. Carley was a member of Alexis Baptist Church. Carley was a very modest and trusting person who was always willing to help someone else. She was a giver, a loyal and honest friend to all who knew her; she was the kind of friend that would always stand-up for what she believed was right. She was happy and content with...

Carley Danielle Skibo, 26, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019. She was born in Mecklenburg County, daughter of Richard William Skibo and Laura Michelle Miller Skibo. Carley was a member of...

Donald Hayes Gastonia

Donald Franklin Hayes, 87, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019. He was born May 17, 1932 in Polk County, NC. He was one of five children to the late Frank Hayes and Addie Elmore Hayes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Arlon Hayes and his sister, Lois Henderson. He was raised and worked in Chesnee, SC. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, having served in the Korean War. He worked and retired from Duke Power after 31 years of service. Donald was a hard...

Donald Franklin Hayes, 87, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019. He was born May 17, 1932 in Polk County, NC. He was one of five children to the late Frank Hayes and Addie Elmore Hayes. In...

Janice Allen Stanley

Janice Adams Allen, 87, of Stanley, passed away Friday, December 27, 2019 at Stanley Total Living Center where she lived for 12 years. She was born in Cherokee County, North Carolina, a daughter of the late Otis G. Adams and Artie Mosteller Adams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Claude Otis Allen; son Ricky Allen, and her sister Doris Mason. Those left to cherish her memory include her brothers R.L. Adams and Morris Adams; as well as...

Janice Adams Allen, 87, of Stanley, passed away Friday, December 27, 2019 at Stanley Total Living Center where she lived for 12 years. She was born in Cherokee County, North Carolina, a...

Georgia Starling Stanley

Georgia Elam Starling, 87, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2019. She was born in West Liberty, KY, daughter of the late Herbert and Lillie Frances Ferguson Elam. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William L. Starling, Sr.; her step-mother, Stella Perkins Elam; her son, Richard Starling; her siblings, Jack Elam, James Elam and Roger Pat Elam; her father and mother-in-law, Luther and Treva Starling; her brother-in-law, Eddie Starling; her grandchildren,...

Georgia Elam Starling, 87, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2019. She was born in West Liberty, KY, daughter of the late Herbert and Lillie Frances Ferguson Elam. In addition to her parents,...

Donald Wall, Sr. Gastonia

Donald Steven Wall, Sr. 67, of Gastonia, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, December 23, 2019. He was born in Gaston County, son of Jewell Parker Wall and the late Carl H. Wall, Sr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by three siblings Sonny, Jerry, and Jean. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife Jeanette of 48 years; his children Beverly Wooten and her husband Terry; Steven Wall; adopted son James Black; grandchildren Kayla, soon to be grandson...

Donald Steven Wall, Sr. 67, of Gastonia, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, December 23, 2019. He was born in Gaston County, son of Jewell Parker Wall and the late Carl H. Wall, Sr. In addition...

Billy Morrison

Billy Ray Morrison, 86, passed away peacefully with family members by his side on Sunday morning, December 22, 2019 at the Stanley Total Living Center. Bill was known by many names: Ray, Billy, Bill, Billy Ray, Billy Willy, Ray Fay, Poppie, Pawpaw, Pop, Uncle Ray, daddy, brother, and others. He really didn't care what you called him as long as you called him to the table. Pop loved to eat a good meal and was always ready to chow down on some hot biscuits. Billy Ray...

Billy Ray Morrison, 86, passed away peacefully with family members by his side on Sunday morning, December 22, 2019 at the Stanley Total Living Center. Bill was known by many names: Ray, Billy,...

Carolyn Mauney Stanley

Carolyn Armstrong Mauney, 80, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2019. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Clarence and Aylese Ballard Armstrong. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Sidney William Mauney; and her siblings, Andy Armstrong, Harold Armstrong and Gert Black. She was an active member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Alexis. She is survived by her son, Kevin Mauney and his wife, Susan; her siblings Forrest Armstrong...

Carolyn Armstrong Mauney, 80, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2019. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Clarence and Aylese Ballard Armstrong. In addition to her parents, she...

Daniel Hatch Mount Holly

Daniel Erik Hatch, 50, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2019. He was born in Manchester, NH. He was the son of Gerald W. Giarla and Anne Haselden Giarla. In addition to his parents, Daniel is survived by his wife, Karen Jones Hatch; his step-son, Tripp Hatlee; his sisters, Elizabeth Anne Adebahr (Eric) and Kathleen Heidi Giarla; his niece, Adrianna Alexis Adebahr; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and his loving dog, Indica. A memorial service to celebrate...

Daniel Erik Hatch, 50, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2019. He was born in Manchester, NH. He was the son of Gerald W. Giarla and Anne Haselden Giarla. In addition to his...

Charles Flowers Gastonia

Charles Milton Flowers, 82, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2019. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Melvin Reid Flowers and Mary Elizabeth Mayberry Flowers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters, Wanda Sue Flowers Stone and Teresa Darlene Flowers Hargett. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy. Mr. Flowers is survived by his wife of 63 years, Peggy Jean Pickelsimer Flowers; his children, Gary Flowers (Pat), Denise Kennedy (Keith) and Alicia...

Charles Milton Flowers, 82, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2019. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Melvin Reid Flowers and Mary Elizabeth Mayberry Flowers. In addition to his...

Donald Wright Gastonia

Mr. Donald Lee Wright, 88, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2019. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Samuel Houston Wright and Lucy Poole Wright. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Ollie Crisp Wright; his son, Eddie Dean Wright; and numerous siblings. Mr. Wright was a lifelong member of West Cramerton Baptist Church where he served as a bus driver, Sunday School teacher and Deacon. Mr. Wright is survived by his children, Kay Wright...

Mr. Donald Lee Wright, 88, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2019. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Samuel Houston Wright and Lucy Poole Wright. In addition to his parents, he was...

Eddie Harris Belmont

Eddie Jerome Harris, 46, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019 in Rocklin, CA while out of town for work. He was born in Gaston County, son of Lavada Cross Harris and the late Clemmer Monroe Harris. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by an infant sister, Troyann Harris. In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife, Alice Anita Lemley Harris; his siblings, Marilyn Mitchelson (Billy) and Robert Mitchelson (Charlene); his children, Allison Harris, Taylor Helms,...

Eddie Jerome Harris, 46, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019 in Rocklin, CA while out of town for work. He was born in Gaston County, son of Lavada Cross Harris and the late Clemmer Monroe...

Ronald Cherry Mount Holly

Ronald Joseph "Duck" Cherry, 81, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at his home. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late James and Iona Wilma Coley Cherry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Sheila Beal, Beany Cherry and Tom Cherry. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Rebecca Hutchins Cherry; his daughters, Julie Cherry Burke and Nicole Cherry Caddell (David); his siblings, John Cherry (Pat), Polly Mabrey (Bob), Barbara Cummings...

Ronald Joseph "Duck" Cherry, 81, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at his home. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late James and Iona Wilma Coley Cherry. In addition to...

Jimmy Rollins, Sr. Stanley

In the early morning hours of Friday, December 6, the gates of Heaven opened and welcomed home Jimmy Reid Rollins, Sr. He was born on Friday, March 17, 1944 in Mecklenburg County to the late Johnnie and Helen Rollins. Jimmy graduated from Harding High School in 1962 and attended Virginia Poly Technical Institute on a football scholarship. After graduation on November 12, 1966, he married his sweetheart, Carolyn Parris. Jim worked for Duke Power for 32 years, in the Charlotte Region. After...

In the early morning hours of Friday, December 6, the gates of Heaven opened and welcomed home Jimmy Reid Rollins, Sr. He was born on Friday, March 17, 1944 in Mecklenburg County to the late...

Lucinda Whaley Mount Holly

Lucinda Jane Bailey Whaley, 58, of Mount Holly, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Atrium Health Lincoln. She was born in Sutton, West Virginia, daughter of Betty Jane Jarvis Bailey and the late Harley Junior Bailey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Rick Whaley; a brother Johnny Bailey; and a nephew Scottie Collins. Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter Crystal Byers and her husband Tracy of Lincolnton; her...

Lucinda Jane Bailey Whaley, 58, of Mount Holly, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Atrium Health Lincoln. She was born in Sutton, West Virginia, daughter of Betty Jane Jarvis...

James "Jim" Deal Belmont

James T. Deal “Jim” passed away peacefully on December 4, 2019, at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte. Jim was born September 12, 1947, in York, South Carolina. He was the son of the late James A. and Louise B. Deal. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Marlene, his son Jonathan and wife Carrie. Jim is also survived by his brother Roger Deal of Cherryville, and nephews Chris McLamb and his wife Mary Gayle and Gregory McLamb and wife Amelia, and...

James T. Deal “Jim” passed away peacefully on December 4, 2019, at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte. Jim was born September 12, 1947, in York, South Carolina. He...

Paul Goforth Mount Holly

— Paul Aaron Goforth, 72, died December 4, 2019 at his residence. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late William Paul and Madge Thomas Goforth. He retired from Duke Energy as a service manager. While at Duke he also worked with Ranier Racing and Robert Yates Racing. After his retirement he worked for Gaston County Schools at East Gaston and Cherryville High Schools. He was a volunteer with the Mount Holly Historical Society. He was inducted into the Mount Holly Sports Hall...

— Paul Aaron Goforth, 72, died December 4, 2019 at his residence. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late William Paul and Madge Thomas Goforth. He retired from Duke Energy as a...

Judith McNeely Belmont

Judith Ann Williams McNeely, 76, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2019. She was born in Saint Johns, MI, daughter of the late Kenneth Earl Williams, Sr. and Betty Peck Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Nancy Holmes. A long-time resident of Ashe County, NC, she was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Fleetwood. She enjoyed volunteering her time for others in the Ashe County area including the Ashe County Community Center, the Carolina...

Judith Ann Williams McNeely, 76, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2019. She was born in Saint Johns, MI, daughter of the late Kenneth Earl Williams, Sr. and Betty Peck Williams. In addition to...

Ernest "Mack" Hoffman Alexis

Ernest Brooks "Mack" Hoffman, 78, of Alexis, went home to be with the Lord on December 3, 2019 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. He was born in Mecklenburg County, a son of George Hoffman and Mary Weaver Hoffman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his spouse Alma Geraldine Main Hoffman and his siblings Pauline Johnson, Sarah Rhyne, Annie Dye, and Minnie Frances Hoffman. Mack will be remembered as a loving husband and...

Ernest Brooks "Mack" Hoffman, 78, of Alexis, went home to be with the Lord on December 3, 2019 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. He was born in Mecklenburg County, a...

Ethel Lupo Mount Holly

Ethel Gray Langston Lupo, 79, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at her home. She was born in Selma, NC, daughter of the late Lonnie and Catherine Langston. Mrs. Lupo is survived by her husband, Larry Byron Lupo; her daughter, Keyra Keller and husband, Robert; her brothers, Ben Langston and wife, Janice and Larry Keith Langston and wife, Margaret; her sister, Joan Creech and her husband, Larry; and her grandchildren, Josh Keller and Patrick Keller. A memorial service to celebrate the...

Ethel Gray Langston Lupo, 79, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at her home. She was born in Selma, NC, daughter of the late Lonnie and Catherine Langston. Mrs. Lupo is survived by her...

Emogene Chapman Mount Holly

Emogene Staton Chapman, 87, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2019. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Ambrose Reid and Ollie Mae Radford Staton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Joe Chapman and her grandson, Kenneth Michael Chapman. She is survived by her son, Michael Reid Chapman and his wife, Karen; her granddaughter, Kara Chapman Fraley and her husband, Christopher; her great-granddaughter, Alysia Chapman Bolding and her...

Emogene Staton Chapman, 87, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2019. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Ambrose Reid and Ollie Mae Radford Staton. In addition to her parents, she...

Nester Duke Charlotte

Nester Michael Duke, 74, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at his home. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Eddie Lee Duke and Jewel Elliott Duke Martin. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Phyllis Kerley Duke; his children, Todd Duke, Brandon Duke, and Belinda Duke Eller (Zeke); his grandchildren, Michael Hunter Duke and Cody Alan Duke; and his aunt, Lois Farmer. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mr. Duke will be held at 4 p.m. on Thursday,...

Nester Michael Duke, 74, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at his home. He was born in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Eddie Lee Duke and Jewel Elliott Duke Martin. He is survived...

Debra Mims Lincolnton

Debra Jean Simmons Mims, 59, of Lincolnton, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2019 at her home. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Jay and Rachel Caviness Simmons. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister Delores Dameron. Those left to cherish her memory include her son Dustin Mims and his wife Felisha; grandsons Cole and Dylan Mims; and siblings Carolyn Moore, Raeford Simmons, and Jim Simmons. A visitation will be held at...

Debra Jean Simmons Mims, 59, of Lincolnton, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2019 at her home. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Jay and Rachel Caviness Simmons. ...

Jackson Patterson Mount Holly

Jackson Cole Patterson of Mount Holly, passed away on the morning of Thursday, November 28 2019 at Atrium Health University City. He was born the son of Brett and Erica Patterson. In addition to his parents; those left to cherish his memory include, his great-grandmother, Drusilla; grandparents, Miguel and Amy Rojas; grandmother, Teresa Patterson; aunts and uncles, Tonya and Phillip, Chris and Keri, Shawn and Lindsay, and Chase and Christian; and cousins, Carter, Marlee, and...

Jackson Cole Patterson of Mount Holly, passed away on the morning of Thursday, November 28 2019 at Atrium Health University City. He was born the son of Brett and Erica Patterson. In...

Ernestine "Tina" Poarch Mount Holly

Ernestine "Tina" Tinker Poarch, 52, of Mount Holly, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Sunday, November 24, 2019 at her home. She was born in Mecklenburg County, daughter of the late Ernest Henry Tinker and Carlean Nobles Tinker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother Kenneth Nobles. Tina graduated from East Gaston High School in 1987. She had a deep love for animals, especially her late fur buddy Rolo. She also...

Ernestine "Tina" Tinker Poarch, 52, of Mount Holly, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Sunday, November 24, 2019 at her home. She was born in Mecklenburg County,...

Rachel Wingate Charlotte

Rachel Ann Whitner Wingate, 81, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019. She was born in Lincoln County, daughter of the late Henry Ford and Elizabeth Fisher Whitner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Craig Wingate. She was a member of Paw Creek Presbyterian Church where she participated in the Happy Hearts Club and the Presbyterian Women's Circle. She was also actively involved with her Belmont High School Class of 1956. Ms. Wingate is survived...

Rachel Ann Whitner Wingate, 81, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019. She was born in Lincoln County, daughter of the late Henry Ford and Elizabeth Fisher Whitner. In addition to her...

Joyce Wiggins Gastonia

Joyce Marie Melton Wiggins, 76, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019. She was born in Carroll County, Va., daughter of the late Glenn Jay and Bessie Edwards Melton. Mrs. Wiggins is survived by her husband, Alvin Dean Wiggins; her children, Penny Ratchford, Tony Wiggins (Kim), and Steven Wiggins (Tonya); her brother, Billy Melton (Janet); four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Wiggins will be held at 4:00 pm on Sunday, November 24,...

Joyce Marie Melton Wiggins, 76, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019. She was born in Carroll County, Va., daughter of the late Glenn Jay and Bessie Edwards Melton. Mrs. Wiggins is survived...

Robert Reagan Sr. Stanley

Robert Theo Reagan, Sr. (Bob) of Stanley, passed away on November 19, 2019. He was born in Chatham county, Georgia and was the son of the late Thomas Jefferson and Wilhelmena Massmann Reagan. He is preceded in death by three brothers, William, Dale, and Thomas Reagan; one sister, Delores Smith; and one grandson, Zachary James Reagan. Bob is survived by his wife of 58 years, Cora Margaret Reagan; his children Robert Reagan, Jr. (Lauren), Keith Reagan, Renee Wright (Ashley), and Denise...

Robert Theo Reagan, Sr. (Bob) of Stanley, passed away on November 19, 2019. He was born in Chatham county, Georgia and was the son of the late Thomas Jefferson and Wilhelmena Massmann...

George Messer Belmont

Belmont George Wesley Messer age 70, of Belmont passed away on November 19th. Mr. Messer was born in Gaston County to the late John Messer and Mildred Mullins Messer. Mr. Messer was a U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran, serving with the 25th. Infantry Division nicknamed "Tropic Lightning". Mr. Messer was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Johnnie Mae Blackstock, Anne Owens, and two brothers Glenn Messer, and James Messer. Mr. Messer is survived by wife...

Belmont George Wesley Messer age 70, of Belmont passed away on November 19th. Mr. Messer was born in Gaston County to the late John Messer and Mildred Mullins Messer. Mr. Messer was a...

Roy West Stanley

Roy Douglas West, 74, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019. He was born in Cleveland County, son of the late Roy and Bonita Fortenberry West. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael David West; and his brother, Bill West; and his in-laws, Gail and Ruth McDaniel. Doug was a lifetime member of Stanley United Methodist Church and a member of Stanley Masonic Lodge 713. He enjoyed golf and was an avid Tar Heels fan. Doug loved and cherished his family dearly...

Roy Douglas West, 74, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019. He was born in Cleveland County, son of the late Roy and Bonita Fortenberry West. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

David Wright Bessemer City

David Howard Wright, 81, of Bessemer City, went home to meet his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 15, 2019 at Alexandria Place in Gastonia. He was born in Harrisburg, Arkansas, son of the late Bryant Wright and Johnnie Spencer Wright. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Tacker Wright; siblings James, Curtis, Freddie, Buddy, Minnie, and Mary; a son Arlan lee Wright; and a son in law Brian Cole. Those left to cherish his memory include...

David Howard Wright, 81, of Bessemer City, went home to meet his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 15, 2019 at Alexandria Place in Gastonia. He was born in Harrisburg, Arkansas, son of the...

Ferry Wooten Yadkinville

Ferry Dale Wooten, 64, of Mount Holly passed away on Friday, November 15, 2019 in Winston Salem. Ferry was born on December 8, 1954 in Gastonia, NC, son of Virginia McCoy Wooten and the late Joseph William Wooten. He was passionate about many things in life including crafts, model cars, and music. He enjoyed painting and playing the harmonica. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph W. Wooten and brother, Joel W. Wooten. Survivors include his mother, Virginia Wooten, sister Connie...

Ferry Dale Wooten, 64, of Mount Holly passed away on Friday, November 15, 2019 in Winston Salem. Ferry was born on December 8, 1954 in Gastonia, NC, son of Virginia McCoy Wooten and the late...

Reece Cagle

Reece Walter Cagle, 80, of Stanley, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2019 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Auby J. Cagle and Minnie Morgan Cagle. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers Robert, Bryant, and Glenn Cagle, and a sister Annette Icenhour. Those left to cherish his memory include his six children Reece, Deborah, Auby, Paul, Chris, and Christy; a brother Larry Cagle; a...

Reece Walter Cagle, 80, of Stanley, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2019 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Auby J. Cagle and...

David Brooks

David Preston Brooks, 46, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2019. David had a heart of gold. He would give the shirt off his back for anyone in need. He never met a stranger. David has been in the fire service for 28 years, it was his passion and calling. David liked to spend his spare time camping or on his motorcycle. He was a graduate of East Gaston High School and Gaston College. David was preceded in...

David Preston Brooks, 46, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2019. David had a heart of gold. He would give the shirt off his back for anyone in need. He never met a...

Terry Long Denver

Terry Allen Long, 58, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Terry was born in Mecklenburg County. He was preceded in death by his parents, Talmadge and Mary M. Cribb Long; and his brothers, Michael A. McPherson and Jerry Walton. Terry enjoyed watching Cardinals baseball and Miami Dolphins but loved Tarheels basketball. Terry is survived by his loving wife of 13 1/2 years, Rhonda Jean Featherstone Long; his son, Robert Nicholson; his brother, Jimmy Walton...

Terry Allen Long, 58, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Terry was born in Mecklenburg County. He was preceded in death by his parents, Talmadge and Mary M. Cribb...

Kimberly Cruse Stanley

All services will be private

Adam Wilson Belmont

Adam Beacher Wilson, 28, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2019. He was born in Buncombe County, son of Charles Beacher Wilson and DeAnna Sue Payne Wilson. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sister, Mariah Shea Morgan; his great-aunts, Pat Teno, Sue Benfield and Ailene Bell; many cousins; and his uncle and aunt Dan and Wanda Gwyne. Adam was a collector of watches and an avid fisherman. He enjoyed all sports, especially NASCAR. A service to celebrate...

Adam Beacher Wilson, 28, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2019. He was born in Buncombe County, son of Charles Beacher Wilson and DeAnna Sue Payne Wilson. In addition to his parents, he is...

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