Ricky Gene Brooks
Nov 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ricky Gene Brooks, who left us tragically in an accident on November 4, 2025. Born on November 27, 1960, in North Carolina, Ricky spent his life spreading joy and laughter as a devoted husband and a cherished friend to many. Ricky, a resident of Gastonia, NC, was retired...
Nancy Mahalah Hallman Stafford
Nov 4, 2025
Nancy Mahalah Hallman Stafford, a beloved mother, grandmother, and talented musician, passed away peacefully from natural causes on November 4, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on December 23, 1933, in McAdenville, NC, she spent her life bringing joy and creativity to those around her.
Nancy was a devoted member of Unity Baptist Church, Gastonia. She...
Steven Edward Mews
Nov 4, 2025
Steven "Steve" Edward Mews, age 66, of Shelby, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
Born on January 21, 1959, in Gaston County, Steve was the son of the late Jimmy and Libby Mews. Steve loved travel, independence, and the quiet beauty of the journey.
He leaves...
Floyd Earl Huffstetler
Nov 3, 2025
Floyd Earl Huffstetler, a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on July 14, 1946, in North Carolina, Floyd was a lifelong resident of Gaston County, where he made a lasting impact on his family and community. Floyd dedicated many years of his life working in the textile...
Portia Narron Jones
Nov 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Portia Narron Jones, who left us peacefully on November 3, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born on April 27, 1943, in North Carolina, Portia spent her final years in Clover, South Carolina, where she touched the lives of everyone around her. Portia was a dedicated...
Debra Ann Barnes
Nov 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debra Ann Barnes, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Debra was born on July 28, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Gastonia, North Carolina, at the age of 14. Raised as a Navy brat, she learned early on the values of resiliency and strength.
Debra...
Jerita Kay Doster
Nov 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerita Kay Doster, who left us on November 3, 2025, in Gastonia, North Carolina. Born on March 28, 1954, in Gaston County, North Carolina, Jerita was a loving grandmother and an unforgettable presence in the lives of her family and friends.
Jerita was the kind of...
Avery "Sonny" Alonzo Bradley, Jr.
Nov 3, 2025
Avery "Sonny" Alonzo Bradley Jr., a beloved husband, father, and dedicated golfer, passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on April 9, 1943, in Jackson County, North Carolina, Avery lived a life full of passion and joy, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Growing up, Sonny discovered his love...
Danny Wendell Spurrier
Nov 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Danny Wendell Spurrier, who left this world peacefully on November 3, 2025, at the age of 85. Danny was born on July 18, 1940, in Cornelius, NC, and spent his later years in Dallas, NC, where he touched many lives with his kindness and creativity. Danny was a...
William Livingston "Buddy" Thompson
Nov 3, 2025
William Livingston "Buddy" Thompson, a beloved father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Hayesville, North Carolina on March 18, 1941, Buddy, as he was known to friends and family, spent his life working as a supervisor at Homelite. Buddy was proud of his time in the Air Force, where...
Maribel Mercado Jimenez
Nov 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maribel Mercado Jimenez, who left us on November 1, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on September 27, 1958, in Puerto Rico, Maribel brought light and laughter into the lives of those around her. She spent her days as a devoted homemaker, creating a warm and loving...
Gary Marshall Huffman
Nov 1, 2025
Gary Marshall Huffman Sr., beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born on May 12, 1946, in North Carolina and spent his life dedicated to his family and work. As the owner and operator of his plumbing business, Gary was well-respected in his community for his expertise...
Harley Alan Triplett
Oct 30, 2025
Harley "Alan" Triplett, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 57 on October 30, 2025, at Atrium Health Hospital in Lincolnton, NC. He was born on November 15, 1967, in Gastonia.
Alan is remembered for his unwavering devotion to his family and his incredible sense of humor that brought joy to...
Betty Jo Bartlett
Oct 30, 2025
Betty Jo Bartlett, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, at the age of 75. She was born on November 26, 1949, in West Virginia, but spent much of her life in Gastonia, North Carolina, where she made a warm and welcoming home for her family and friends.
Betty was a...
Wilmer Arnell Martin
Oct 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wilmer Arnell Martin Jr., who left us on October 30, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on May 14, 1957, in Gaston County, North Carolina, Wilmer spent his life in Gastonia, where he became a well-respected machinist in the machine shop industry, since the age of eighteen....
Lori Fay Mccall
Oct 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Lori Fay McCall, who departed this world on October 28, 2025. Born in the gentle embrace of Decatur, Alabama, on October 15, 1963, Lori blossomed into a remarkable woman, nurturing her family and friends with boundless love throughout her life.
Lori, found joy in...
Micky Erwin Starnes
Oct 27, 2025
Micky Erwin Starnes
July 21, 1959 - October 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Micky Starnes a beloved husband, father, paw paw and friend. Surrounded by family, he peacefully passed away on October 27, 2025 in Mount Holly, NC.
Born in Burlington, NC, Micky lived a...
Ruth Ann Clemmer Lavender
Oct 27, 2025
Ruth Ann Clemmer Lavender, 83, of Gastonia, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Peak Resources of Cherryville. Born on December 29, 1941, in Stanley, NC, Ann was the daughter of the late Cullen L. Clemmer and the late Shirley Mullis Clemmer.
Ann was the beloved wife of James Franklin Lavender, with whom...
Jason Franklin Dixon
Oct 27, 2025
York, SC - Jason "Wink" Franklin Dixon, 51, passed away October 27, 2025.
A Gaston County native, Jason was born October 19, 1974, to the late Decial and Lynn Dixon.
Mr. Dixon was a member of Bethel Baptist Church of Lake Wylie. He was former co-owner of Dixie Marine. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with...
Annette Jones Beck
Oct 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Annette Jones Beck, born on July 9, 1960, who passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025. A beloved mother and cherished friend, Annette called Rutherfordton, NC her home and spent her life surrounded by her fur babies and family.
Annette had a fierce love for her sons,...
