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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Roger Dale Ertzberger

Roger Dale Ertzberger

May 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger Dale Ertzberger, 80, of Gastonia, NC, who left us peacefully on May 17, 2025. Born on November 30, 1944, Roger was a lifelong resident of Gaston County, cherished son of the late Walker and Willie Camp Ertzberger.

Roger was a devoted member of the Dallas...

Steve Whisnant

Steve Whisnant

May 17, 2025

Steve Whisnant, a beloved husband, dedicated professional, and cherished friend, went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on November 21, 1961, in Gaston County, North Carolina, Steve spent his life in Gastonia, where he made a meaningful impact in the community.

As a proud U.S. Army veteran, Steve...

Betty J. Rice

Betty J. Rice

May 16, 2025

Betty J. Rice, 92, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025, at Morningside of Gastonia. She was born April 8, 1933, in Sanilac Co, MI, daughter of the late Gerald and Bernice Titsworth. Betty was a member of Fellowship and 1st United Methodist Churches, in Austin, MN. She loved gardening and flowers. Betty was also a quilter...

Brenda Joyce Hill

Brenda Joyce Hill

May 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda Joyce Hill, a remarkable woman and beloved family member, who left this world on May 16, 2025, at the age of 83. Brenda was born on July 5, 1941.

Brenda was a true homemaker who took pride in creating a loving and nurturing environment for...

Janice Jo Hudson

Janice Jo Hudson

May 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Janice Jo Almond Hudson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and cherished member of the Belmont community. Janice was born on April 27, 1937, Stanly County, NC and left this world on May 16, 2025.

A longtime resident of Belmont, NC, Janice proudly enjoyed the...

Thomas Alfred Palmer

Thomas Alfred Palmer

May 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved brother, Tom Palmer, who left us on May 14, 2025, at the age of 58. Tom was born on April 16, 1967, in Shirley, MA, to the late Howard and Margaret Wood Palmer.

A proud Navy veteran, Tom had a love for old rock...

Ben Leslie Bowen, Iii

Ben Leslie Bowen, Iii

May 12, 2025

Ben Leslie Bowen, III, 63, of Clover, SC, passed away at the Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House in Rock Hill, SC, on May 12, 2025.

He was born June 13, 1961, in Shelby, NC to Ruby Diane Harper and the late Ben Leslie Bowen, Jr.

Ben is survived by his pride and joy, his daughter,...

Angela Dawn Cabe

Angela Dawn Cabe

May 11, 2025

Angela Dawn Keller Cabe, 51, of Gastonia, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025, at her residence.

She was born in Gaston County, on November 17, 1973, to the late Richard and Deborah Keller.

Angela loved her family. She loved hiking with her dogs.

She is survived by her loving husband, Roger Cabe; sons,...

Richard Scott Quinn

Richard Scott Quinn

May 11, 2025

Richard Scott Quinn

November 17, 1964 - May 11, 2025

Richard Scott Quinn, age 60, of Clover, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, at Piedmont Medical Center following a brief illness.

Born on November 17, 1964, Scott was the beloved son of the late Donald Richard Quinn and Delois Jenkins...

Peggy Jane Wilson

Peggy Jane Wilson

May 10, 2025

Peggy Jane (Gibson) Wilson, 90, of Gastonia, met Jesus face to face on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born in Gaston County on December 13, 1934, to the late John Hershel and Lula Bryte Gibson. Now Peggy has gone to join them and her son Ronnie in heaven.

Peggy...

David Michael Padgett

David Michael Padgett

May 10, 2025

David Michael Padgett, 58, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

He was born September 26, 1966, in Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Easter Marvin and Louise Worley Padgett.

David loved working in the yard, and collecting old money. He loved kids, and his fur babies,...

Amy Lynn Cloninger

Amy Lynn Cloninger

May 9, 2025

Amy Lynn Cloninger, 71, passed away suddenly on May 9, 2025.

Lynn was born in Gaston Co, on December 13, 1953, to the late Leonard and Frances Hedgepeth.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step mother, Christine Grant Hedgepeth.

Lynn worked in warehouse and manufacturing at various...

Sherry Marlene Stines

Sherry Marlene Stines

May 9, 2025

Sherry Marlene Stines, a beloved sister, friend, and cherished member of the Gastonia community, passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on September 11, 1954, in North Carolina, Sherry was the daughter of the late Ernest E. Stines and Lucille Farmer Stines.

Sherry dedicated 27 years to her role as a painter...

Cassie Patrice Hawkins

Cassie Patrice Hawkins

May 9, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Cassie Patrice Hawkins, 38, of Kings Mountain, NC. Cassie was born on December 21, 1986, to Donald Eugene Hawkins Jr and Dana Sherrill of Gastonia NC. Cassie departed this life unexpectedly on May 9th, 2025. She will be remembered as a cherished family...

Margaret Ruth Watts

Margaret Ruth Watts

May 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Margaret Ruth Watts, who left us on May 8, 2025, just shy of her 89th birthday. Born on June 20, 1936, in South Carolina, Margaret spent her life in Gastonia, North Carolina, where she touched the lives of many through her vibrant spirit and caring nature.

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Billy Eugene Robinson Sr.

Billy Eugene Robinson Sr.

May 8, 2025

Billy Eugene Robinson Sr., of Shelby, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on March 22, 1938, to the late Herbert Robinson and Helen Everette Robinson. Billy was a man of faith and family, known for his unwavering devotion to both.

A lifelong admirer of...

Howard "Gene" Burch

Howard "Gene" Burch

May 7, 2025

With heavy hearts but joyful memories, we celebrate the life of Howard "Gene" Burch Sr., who was born on April 2, 1946, in Gaston County, North Carolina and passed away on May 7, 2025.

Gene was a man of many talents and passions. He found immense joy in wood carving and painting, often pouring his creativity into...

Esther Louise Fox

Esther Louise Fox

May 6, 2025

Born in Belmont, NC, November 17, 1927. Married in June, 1943 to the late Dr. Jack H. Fox. They were married for 78 years. She went home to Heaven May 6, 2025.

For the past 7 years she lived with her daughter in Dallas, NC and attended Restoring Hope Foursquare Church.

She is survived by...

Hal Andrew Pruitt

Hal Andrew Pruitt

May 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hal Andrew Pruitt, who left us on May 6, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born on October 1, 1945, in North Carolina and spent his life in Gastonia, where he made a home filled with love and laughter, son of the late Andy Pruitt and...

James Eugene Woodward

James Eugene Woodward

May 5, 2025

James (aka Skeeter) Woodward, 74, went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on May 5, 2025. He left his Earthly Tabernacle (2 Corinthians 5:1) at home peacefully with his wife, granddaughter and three great-grandchildren by his side.

He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Tina Marie Woodward, mother, Mary Berry, father, Rudolph Woodward, sister,...

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