Larry Pruitt
Nov 19, 2021
Larry David Pruitt, 80, of Kings Mtn, passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021, at his residence.
A native of Gaston County, born on July 1, 1941, Larry was the son of the late Paul and Pearlene Shaw Pruitt.
Larry was baptized at 9 years old at the First Baptist Church in Bessemer City. He...
Douglas "Doug" Browne
Nov 17, 2021
Douglas Aaron "Doug" Browne, 77, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021, in Gastonia, NC.
Doug is survived by his wife of 39 years, Judy Gipson Browne; children, Matthew Browne and wife Michelle, Wendy McCraw and husband Doug of Marion, NC, Tony Adair and wife Julie of Lawndale, NC, and Wendi Shields of McAdenville, NC;...
Junior Edward Lyles
Nov 15, 2021
Junior Edward Lyles, 78, of Dallas, passed away November 15, 2021, at his home.
He was born July 21, 1943, in York County, SC, son of the late Walter Lyles and Marie Garrett Lyles.
He was a former employee of A&E Mills, Gastonia.
Junior liked going to the auction, yard sales and the...
Diane Elizabeth Harris
Nov 15, 2021
Diane  Elizabeth Harris, 68, of Kings Mountain,  passed away November 15, 2021, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
She was born April 3, 1953, in Gaston County, daughter of Norma Grant Howell and the late Norris Lamb Sr.
Diane enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and family. This was most important to her.
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Carl Eugene Brown
Nov 15, 2021
Carl Eugene Brown, 69, of Dallas, NC, passed away Monday, November 15, 2021, at his residence.
He was born May 3, 1952, in Gaston Co, NC, son of Ethel Stafford Brown and the late Carl Junior Brown.
Carl was an associate pastor at Redemption Outreach Center, Lincolnton, NC. He was an active participant and supporter...
Donald Ray Smith
Nov 13, 2021
D ona ld Ray Smith, 79, of Kings Mountain, passed away November 13, 2021, at his home.
He was born April 3, 1942, in Cleveland County, son of the late Manuel D. Smith and Eunice McFalls Smith.
Donald was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Kings Mountain.
One of his greatest joys...
Barabra Philbeck
Nov 12, 2021
Barbara Ann Hall Philbeck, 81, of Lincolnton, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021, at Brian Center in Lincolnton.
A Gaston County native, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Dora Hall.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers and infant sister.
Barbara was a loving...
Miss Shirley Parker
Nov 12, 2021
Miss Shirley Parker, 83, of Gastonia, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
A Gaston County native, she was born September 23, 1938, daughter of the late Thomas Lester Brooks and Ruby Fink Brooks.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Lillian Hogue and Loretta...
Terri Mcgregor
Nov 11, 2021
Terri Walker "Mama Dukes" McGregor, 63, of Gastonia, passed away Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
A Gaston County native, she was born October 15, 1958, daughter of Mary Owens Walker and the late Thomas Eugene Walker.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Sally Teague...
Michael "Tiny" Tilley
Nov 8, 2021
Michael "Tiny" Tilley, 69, of Ranlo, NC, passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
A native of Gaston County, he was born on December 13, 1951, to the late Willie and Flotella Tilley.
Tiny had the kindest heart and loved spending time with his family and friends.
Tiny...
James Paul Severt, Sr.
Nov 8, 2021
James Paul Severt, Sr., 91, of Mt. Holly, NC, passed away Monday, November 8, 2021, at the Brian Center, Gastonia.
He was born August 25, 1930, in Cabarrus Co, NC, son of the late Ruby and Al Severt.
Paul was a veteran of the US Army.
In addition to his parents, he is...
Carrie Diane Ramsey Winstead
Nov 8, 2021
Carrie Diane Ramsey Winstead, 67, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, November 8, 2021, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
She was born January 24, 1954, in Gaston Co, NC, daughter of the late Franklin H. Ramsey and Zellie D. Cooke Ramsey.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband,...
Matthew Shedd
Nov 8, 2021
Matthew Steven Shedd, 40, of Kings Mountain, passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021.
A native of Gaston County, born on September 20, 1981, Matthew was the son of JL Shedd and the late Mildred Ann Atchley Fowler.
Left to cherish Matthew's memories are his father, JL Shedd; and brother, Jamie Shedd.
A...
Pauline Barnes
Nov 8, 2021
Pauline Agnes Barnes, 101, of Gastonia, passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021, at the Wendover Hospice House in Shelby.
Born on November 5, 1920, in Lincoln County, NC, she was the daughter of the late William and Lucy Boyles Loftin.
Pauline was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Her secret to living...
Mary Jane Ledford Lowe
Nov 7, 2021
Mary Jane Ledford Lowe, 68, of Bessemer City, passed away on November 7, 2021, at her home.
She was born January 9, 1953, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Thomas Ledford and Ann Phillips Ledford.
Mary was a member of Long Creek Memorial Baptist Church, Dallas.
She worked as an RN with...
Randy "Gump" Spencer
Nov 7, 2021
Randy "Gump" Spencer, 66, of Bessemer City, passed away on November 7, 2021, at his home.
He was born August 3, 1955, in Gaston County, son of the late JL Spencer and Betty Faye Ramsey.
Randy was a member of South Marietta Baptist Church in Gastonia.
He retired from A & E Mills...
Karen "Kk" Boyd Busler
Nov 6, 2021
Karen "KK" Boyd Busler, 45, of Belmont, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at the UNC Chapel Hill Hospital.
A native of Gaston County, born on June 28, 1976, she was the daughter of the late John and Dianne Boyd.
Karen was a pastor's wife and a faithful member of Faith Baptist Church in...
Brenda Clifton
Nov 5, 2021
Brenda Clifton, 75, of Gastonia, passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
Born on August 13, 1946, in Washington County, NC, to the late Joseph and Pearl Reason Williams.
In addition to her parents, Brenda is preceded in death by her husband, Jospeh Clifton.
Left to cherish Brenda's...
Tony Poole
Nov 5, 2021
Tony Neal Poole, 55, of Gastonia, passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021, at his residence.
Born on December 16, 1965, in Cleveland County, NC, Tony was the son of Melinda McKinney Poole and the late Steve Poole.
Tony was a Veteran of the US Army. He loved motorcycles and was a member of a...
Betty Lutz
Nov 4, 2021
Betty Lynn Lutz, 94, of Cherryville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas.
A native of Gaston County, born on July 24, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Newman and Tressie Flum Lynn.
Betty was a member of Carson Memorial Baptist...
