Ray Elbert Harris
Jul 15, 2025
Ray E. Harris, 75, of Gastonia, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. He was born on July 22, 1949, in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, NC, son of the late John E. Harris and Lillian Smith Harris.
Ray served honorably in the United States Army as Sergeant in the 1st Battalion, 4th Infantry, a role...
Thomas Anthony Rimmer
Jul 13, 2025
----------------- **Obituary for Thomas Anthony Rimmer** It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Thomas Anthony Rimmer, who left us on July 13, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on November 12, 1957, in North Carolina, Tommy spent his life making a mark in both his family and community. He called Gastonia, NC, home and...
John Edward Birt
Jul 12, 2025
John Edward Birt, a beloved father, grandfather, friend, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on August 6, 1968, in Lorain County, Ohio and later residing in Bessemer City, North Carolina, John was the cherished son of Larry and Janice Birt. He was a proud member of the United States Navy, which molded...
James Arling Mcgaha
Jul 11, 2025
James Arling McGaha passed away on July 11th, 2025.
He was born in Gastonia, NC on February 18, 1970. He lived most of his life in Belmont, NC. He is survived by his father, William A. McGaha, his sister, Lisa McGaha Randall, his son, Jesse A. McGaha, and his uncle, Robert Pruitt.
He was preceded...
John Dennis Pasbrig
Jul 11, 2025
John "Pas" Pasbrig, born on October 13, 1950, in Cudahy, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in Huntersville, North Carolina. He is survived by his beloved children, son Dennis Pasbrig and daughter Tyrii Coudriet, along with their respective spouses, Crystal Pasbrig and Tom Coudriet. John was also a proud grandfather of seven grandchildren, including DJ Pasbrig, Jacob Wessel, Chris Coudriet, Justin...
Billy Wayne Dixon
Jul 9, 2025
Billy Wayne Dixon, born on March 15, 1970, passed away on July 9, 2025. He was a steadfast machinist who spent many years working in the machine shop industry, where he made countless friends and shared memories with coworkers. Billy is survived by his siblings, Angela Dixon of Bessemer City, NC, Kenneth Dixon of Casar, NC, Larry Dixon of...
Margie Frances Oshan
Jul 9, 2025
**Obituary for Margaret Frances Oshan** It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Margie Frances Oshan, who peacefully left us on July 9, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on February 2, 1950, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Margie spent her life in the loving embrace of family and friends, leaving an indelible mark on all...
Betty Messick Horne
Jul 6, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Betty Messick Horne, of Kings Mountain, who departed this life on July 6, 2025, at the age of 63. A cherished member of her family and community, Betty touched the hearts of many with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering spirit. Betty was born on May 18, 1962, in...
Rachel Pressley Orendorff
Jul 5, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Rachel Pressley Orendorff's passing on July 5, 2025, at the age of 85. Rachel was born on March 3, 1940, in Gastonia, North Carolina, and made her home in Gastonia, where she lived a vibrant life filled with love and laughter.
Rachel was a loving...
John Stevens Lowe, Sr.
Jul 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of John "Steve" Lowe, Sr. December 26, 1950 - July 5, 2025
John "Steve" Lowe, Sr., 74, of Dallas, NC, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
A proud native of Gaston County, Steve was born on December...
James Hardin
Jul 5, 2025
James William "Jimmy" Hardin
July 29, 1956 - July 5, 2025
James William "Jimmy" Hardin, 68, of Gastonia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas, surrounded by love.
Born in Mecklenburg County on July 29, 1956, Jimmy was the beloved son of Trinidad Pollowod...
Pat Wilson
Jul 2, 2025
In Loving Memory of Pat Wilson
Pat Wilson, age 81, of Bessemer City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on August 6, 1943, in Gaston County, Pat was the cherished daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret Hullett....
Kelly Lee Dills
Jun 30, 2025
Kelly Lee Dills, 41, passed away at his residence on Monday, June 30, 2025. He is now resting in the arms of an angel.
A native of Gaston County, he was born on June 19, 1984, to Peggy Dills and the late Steven A. Dills.
Kelly was kind, considerate, loving, generous and loyal, always dependable...
Tomoko Smith
Jun 29, 2025
In Loving Memory
Tomoko Yumura Smith
January 25, 1936 - June 29, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Tomoko Yumura Smith's passing on June 29, 2025 at the age of 89 with her family by her side at...
Jr Guess
Jun 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of JR Guess, who left us on June 27, 2025, at the age of 87.
Born on February 27, 1938, in Bryson City, NC, JR lived a life full of adventure and love. He called Gastonia, NC, home for many years, where he cherished time with family...
Curtis Franklin Gill
Jun 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Curtis Franklin Gill, who left us on June 27, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on June 8, 1968, in North Carolina, Curtis lived a life full of passion, love, and adventure in Clover, SC. In his early years, Curtis was a dedicated machinist, known for his...
Donald Lee Ramsey
Jun 23, 2025
Mr. Donald "Donnie" Lee Ramsey age 63 of Sharon, SC passed away at his home on Monday June 23, 2025.
Memorial services will be held Saturday June 28th, 2025, at Sharon United Methodist Church located at 3001 Shannon Street Sharon, SC 29742 with the family receiving friends and visitors at the church from 1PM - 2 PM...
Bruce Carrol Mcmahan
Jun 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bruce Carrol McMahan, who left us on June 21, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on May 25, 1949, in South Carolina, Bruce spent his life in Gastonia, North Carolina, where he touched many lives with his kindness and warmth.
Bruce was a devoted husband...
Larry Wayne Barnes
Jun 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Wayne Barnes, age 59, who peacefully departed this life on June 21, 2025. Born on October 28, 1965, in North Carolina, Larry spent his life in the Gastonia area, where he contributed to the community through his work in general construction. He was known for his dedication...
Robert W. Kendrick, Jr.
Jun 21, 2025
Robert W. (Milo) Kendrick, Jr., 82, of Dallas, NC, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 21, 2025, at Atrium Health Lincoln, in Lincolnton, NC. He was husband to the late Delanne Peek Kendrick with whom he shared 56 wonderful years.
He was born on December 5, 1942, in Gastonia, NC, son of the...
