Winona Owenby
Sep 2, 2020
Winona Owenby, 92, of Gastonia, NC, passed away September 2, 2020 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
She was born August 16, 1929 in Cherokee County, NC to the late Burl Leo Brown and Lela Simonds Brown.
In addition to her parents, Winona was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Arthur Owenby; daughter, Lisa...
"Granny Lee" Letha Ray Shehan
Sep 2, 2020
" Granny Lee" Letha Ray Shehan , 84, of  Dallas, passed away on September 2, 2020, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
She was born April 21, 1936, in Cleveland County, daughter of the late Rev. Johnny Philbeck and Cora Lou Philbeck
"Granny Lee" loved tending to her garden and canning.
She was...
Geraldine "Gerry" Conway Shultz
Sep 2, 2020
Geraldine "Gerry" Conway Shultz, 87, of Gastonia, passed away, Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at her residence.
She was born, September 5, 1932 in Kinston, NC, to the late Daniel Clayton Conway and Rosa Fleming Conway. She was the youngest child of 9; 5 brothers and 3 sisters. They have all preceded her in death.
After...
Adam Lee Hannah
Sep 1, 2020
Adam Lee Hannah,28, of Gastonia, passed away September 1, 2020, at his home.
He was born September 28, 1991, in Gaston County.
Adam was a loving son, brother, and friend who will be greatly missed by everyone that knew and loved him. Â He was a sports fanatic.
A funeral service will be held...
Debora Lynn Phillips
Sep 1, 2020
Debora Lynn Phillips, 51, of Gastonia, passed away September 1, 2020 at Atrium Health-Main in Charlotte, NC.
She was born January 23, 1969 in Gaston County, NC to Etoulia "Tody" Davidson Rollins and the late Ebbie Lee Christenbury.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Terry Phillips; son,...
Austin James Lyle
Aug 31, 2020
Austin James Lyle, 26, passed away August 31, 2020 at home.
Austin was born December 3, 1993 to Laura and James Lyle in Houlton, Maine, then later moved to Gastonia, NC in 1997.
Austin was a lover of all things music. He started with the drums and guitar in middle school, but would master just...
Charles "Buster" Fox
Aug 30, 2020
Charles "Buster" Fox, 82, of Gastonia, went to be with the Lord on August 30, 2020, surrounded by his wife and children.
He was born March 31, 1938, in Rock Hill SC, and was a proud member of the Catawba Indian Nation.
"Buster" accepted Jesus Christ into his life October 31, 1968. Since that time,...
Glenn Marshell Walker
Aug 30, 2020
Glenn Marshell Walker, 80, of White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain, NC went home to be with the Lord on August 30, 2020. He was a native of Rutherford County, NC and a member of Charity Independent Baptist Church in Gastonia, NC. Glenn retired from Firestone Mill after 41 years of service.
Glenn was a beloved father...
Ivene Pearson Painter
Aug 30, 2020
Ivene Pearson Painter, 90, of Mint Hill, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 30, 2020, at Brookdale-East, Charlotte.
She was born August 28, 1930, in Gaston County, daughter of the late William B. and Dovie Painter Pearson.
Ivene was a great Christian lady. She was a member of Hope Community Fellowship,...
Steve Cooper
Aug 29, 2020
Steve Cooper, 75, of Lowell, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at his home.
He was born May 7, 1945, in Cleveland County, son of the late Arthur Cooper and Selma Blanton Cooper.
Steve, native of Cleveland county, was a charter member of Charity Independent Baptist Church, Gastonia. He...
Ruby Smith
Aug 28, 2020
Ruby Nell Coffee Smith, 87, of Kings Mountain, formerly of Anderson, SC, passed away Friday, August 28, 2020, at White Oak Manor, Kings Mountain.
She was born July 3, 1933, in Anderson, SC, the daughter of the late Otis Lee Coffee and Annie Lee Vassar Coffee.
She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph...
Fred Junior Brown
Aug 26, 2020
Fred Junior Brown, 89, of Gastonia, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2020, holding the hand of his beloved wife of 68 years at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
He was born September 5, 1930, in Atlanta, GA, son of the late Clarence A. and Mildred "Mick" Brown.
Fred proudly served our country in the U.S....
Dennis Edward Badger
Aug 26, 2020
Dennis Edward Badger Sr., 74, of Kings Mountain, NC, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, NC.
He was born September 11, 1945 in Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Craig Levi Badger and Ruby Virginia Johnson Badger.
Dennis was a member of Crowders...
Joyce Self Holcombe
Aug 26, 2020
Joyce Self Holcombe, 75, born in Gaston County NC, crossed the river Jordon to Glory on August 26, 2020 at 10:05 am
Joyce was a Health Care worker for many years, she always wanted to help people and make their everyday life a little better. Her bright smile and warm heart did just that. Joyce loved getting...
Gail Green
Aug 25, 2020
Gail Green, 82, of Gastonia, passed away August 25, 2020 at her home.
She was born August 9, 1938 in Gaston County, NC to the late Floyd Hillard Evans and Mary Lee Rudisill Howie.
Gail was a member of Evangel Assembly of God, Gastonia, NC.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded...
William Eric Rainwater
Aug 25, 2020
William Eric Rainwater, 93, of Gastonia NC passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2020.
He was born December 26, 1926 in Gaston County NC, the son of the late William Seaton Rainwater and Lila Butler Rainwater.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 75 years, Mildred Cagle Rainwater.
William...
Ingrid Faustina Pulliam
Aug 25, 2020
Ingrid Faustina Pulliam, 50, of Gastonia, NC, passed away, Monday, August 25, 2020 at The Robin Johnson House, Dallas, NC.
She was born September 4, 1969 in Summit, NJ, daughter of Harold and the late Mary Pulliam.
In addition to her mother, Ingrid is preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents.
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Pinkney "Mike" Jason Worley
Aug 24, 2020
Pinkney "Mike" Jason Worley, 61, of Mount Holly, NC, passed away August 24, 2020 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, NC.
He was born May 17, 1959 to the late J.A. Worley and Retha Cartrette Worley.
In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by six brothers.
Mike is survived by...
Wayne Allen Lay
Aug 24, 2020
Wayne Allen Lay, 61, of Shelby, went home to be with the Lord on August 24, 2020, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte.
He was born February 18, 1959, in Lincoln County, son of the late William and Blanche Lay.
He was a member of Faith Baptist Church where he was an usher...
Johnnie Crisp Hargett
Aug 23, 2020
Johnnie Crisp Hargett, 77, of Cramerton passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020 at home.
A native of Gaston County, she was the daughter of the late Johnnie Payton and Leitha Angely Crisp.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Albert Hargett, Jr.
She is survived by...
