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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Martie Harris

Martie Harris

Jun 1, 2021

Martie Freeman Harris, 75, of Blacksburg, SC, passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, at her residence.

She was born on April 5, 1946, in Gaston County, NC, to the late Roy and Mae Freeman.

Martie was a hospital chairman for the state of North Carolina. She was a past president and secretary of the...

Alan Dale Johnson

Alan Dale Johnson

May 31, 2021

The life of Alan Dale Johnson, 37, of Gastonia, was cut short on May 31, 2021.

He is survived by his parents; a son; a daughter; two brothers; and nieces and nephews.

A gathering of friends will be held at the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service on Saturday, June 5 at 3:00 pm.

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Glenda Lanford

Glenda Lanford

May 31, 2021

Glenda Lanford, 71, formerly of Bessemer City, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021, at Largo Medical Center in Largo, Florida.

She was born on May 17, 1950, in Gaston County, to the late Charles Lanford, Sr. and Thelma Louise Ellis.

In addition to her parents, Glenda was preceded in death by her son, Richard...

Jim "Red" Brown

Jim "Red" Brown

May 29, 2021

Jim "Red" Brown, 85, of Gastonia, NC, passed away, May 29, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, NC.

He was born April 11, 1936 in Greenville Co, SC, son of the late Ernest Lawrence Brown and Susan Elizabeth Beam.

Red was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

In addition to his parents,...

Rev. Robert Rose

Rev. Robert Rose

May 28, 2021

Rev. Robert Taylor Rose, 78, of Gastonia, went home to be with the Lord, on Friday, May 28, 2021, at his residence surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born on March 7, 1943, in Waynesville, NC, to the late Henry Taylor and Ruby Hannah Rose.

Robert was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church...

Timothy Jones

Timothy Jones

May 28, 2021

Timothy Martin "Coach" Jones, 61, of Gastonia, passed away May 28, 2021, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.

A Gaston County native, he was born January 25, 1960, son of the late J.W. and Irene Jones.

Timothy was a member of Clover Liberty Pentecostal Church.

An avid softball player, coach, and sports fan, he...

Christopher "Jason" Painter

Christopher "Jason" Painter

May 26, 2021

Christopher "Jason" Painter, 50, of Grover, NC, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

He was born January 9, 1971, in Gaston Co, NC.

Jason enjoyed shooting pool. He was a loving husband, son, father and pawpaw.

He was preceded in death by his stepdaughter, Kelsey Simmons.

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Thelma Carpenter

Thelma Carpenter

May 25, 2021

Thelma Rebecca Carpenter, 78, of Blacksburg, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at White Oak Manor North Grove in Spartanburg, SC.

She was born on October 16, 1942, in Gaston County, to the late Robert and Thelma Glover Carpenter.

Thelma was a faithful church member and an extremely hard worker.

In addition...

Tony Lee Gunter

Tony Lee Gunter

May 22, 2021

Tony Lee Gunter, 44, of Kings Mountain, passed away unexpectedly on May 22, 2021.

Tony was born May 11, 1977, in Gastonia, to Melanie Johnson and Steve Gunter (Barbara).

He was the father to the late Dalson Gunter and grandson to the late James (Runt) and Sarah Gunter.

Tony was a caring and...

Max William Wolfe Sr.

Max William Wolfe Sr.

May 22, 2021

Max William Wolfe, Sr. of Gastonia, passed away on May 22, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey J. Wolfe and Suda Kennedy Wolfe, as well as his sister and her husband, Dorothy W. Lynn and T.A. Lynn Sr.

Max is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Mae Beth Whitesides...

Ervin "Bud" Hawkins, Jr

Ervin "Bud" Hawkins, Jr

May 22, 2021

Ervin Leroy "Bud" Hawkins,Jr., 69, of Kings Mountain, passed away on Saturday, May 22, 2021 after a lengthy fight against Covid.

He was born on November 10, 1951, in Gaston County, to the late Ervin Hawkins, Sr. And Myrtle Smith Hawkins.

Bud enjoyed the dirt track races and worked for many years at Carolina speedway...

Lucille Moore

Lucille Moore

May 22, 2021

Lucille Dowell Moore, 78, a native of Gastonia, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at her residence.

She was born on July 4, 1942, in Gaston County, to the late Will and Minnie Dowell.

Lucille was a member of South Gastonia Church of God for over 50 years.

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Wade Lunsford

Wade Lunsford

May 21, 2021

Wade McKenneth Lunsford, 85, of Gastonia, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 at CRMC in Gastonia.

He was born on August 3, 1935, in Cherokee Co, NC, to the late Richard and Annie Moss Lunsford.

Wade worked as a machinist for many years at Dallas Machine.

Left to cherish Wade's memories is...

Jeremy "Jay" Farrow

Jeremy "Jay" Farrow

May 20, 2021

Jeremy "Jay" Joseph Farrow, 32, of Shelby, passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021, in Roan Mtn, Tennessee.

He was born on September 7, 1988, in Evanston, IL, to Debra Lynn Farrow.

Jay was a veteran of the US Navy. He was an avid gamer, enjoyed playing chess and loved cars. Jay will live on...

Regenia Andrews Mathis

Regenia Andrews Mathis

May 20, 2021

Regenia Andrews Mathis, 64, of Cherryville, passed away on May 20, 2021, at Atrium Health in Lincolnton.

She was born March 25, 1957, in Gaston County, daughter of Shirley Andrews and the late John T. Andrews.

Regenia was of the Baptist faith. She loved to spend time with her family.

She loved doing...

Jan Barnette

Jan Barnette

May 20, 2021

Jan Robinson Barnette, 69, of Gastonia, NC, passed away, Thursday, May 20, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

She was born December 23, 1951 in Gaston Co, NC, daughter to the late James and Monnie Jonas Robinson.

Jan served as a secretary at Victory Christian Academy for 29 years, until her retirement in March....

Sadie Mae Evans

Sadie Mae Evans

May 20, 2021

Sadie Mae Evans, 92, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, May 20, 2021 at Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center.

She was born May 17, 1929 in Polk Co, GA, daughter to the late Fern Jeanette Poarch.

Sadie was a Christian and loved the Lord. She loved her family and was blessed to see 5 generations.

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Cassandra Gail Weathers Craig

Cassandra Gail Weathers Craig

May 20, 2021

Cassandra Gail Weathers Craig, 39, of Gastonia, passed away on May 20, 2021, at her home.

She was born July 2, 1981, in Lincoln County, daughter of Donna Graham Weathers and the late Mason Weathers.

In addition to her mother, Donna "Linda" Weathers, Cassandra is survived by her husband, Aaron Craig;  her son, Caleb Williamson;...

Jerry D. Bryant

Jerry D. Bryant

May 19, 2021

Jerry D. Bryant, 86, of Belmont, NC, passed away, Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at North Carolina State Veterans Home, Salisbury, NC.

He was born March 22, 1935 in Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Lloyd Wesley Bryant and Jewel Brooks Bryant.

Jerry was an US Army Veteran and was in the service from 56-58....

Marshall Norris

Marshall Norris

May 19, 2021

Marshall Leroy Norris, 82, of Bessemer City, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

He was born on December 30, 1938, in Gaston County, to the late Leroy and Thelma Lane Norris.

Marshall was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He attended at South...

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