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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Shannon Hugh Kirkpatrick

Shannon Hugh Kirkpatrick

Sep 6, 2018

Shannon Hugh Kirkpatrick, 55, of Mt. Holly, passed away September 6, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was born March 31, 1963 in Raleigh, the son of the late Marvin Kirkpatrick and Nina Faye Lail Kirkpatrick. He is survived by his loving wife, Martha Kirkpatrick; son, Travis Shane Kirkpatrick; daughters, Shannon Denise Kirkpatrick, Frances Lackey and husband Chad, Eloise...

Carolyn Wissell Henderson

Carolyn Wissell Henderson

Sep 6, 2018

Carolyn Wissell Henderson, 76, of Gastonia, passed away September 6, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. She was born December 26, 1941 in Worcester, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late Edward Wissell and Mary Yaeger Wissell. A memorial service was held 10 am on Monday, September 10th at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 708 St. Michael's Lane, Gastonia.

Margaret "Peg" Rose Barker

Margaret "Peg" Rose Barker

Sep 5, 2018

Margaret "Peg" Rose Barker, 80, of Gastonia, passed away September 5, 2018 at her residence. She was born July 16, 1938 in Morris County, New Jersey, the daughter of the late John Konderock and Grace Florio Konderock. Peg retired from Morristown Memorial Hospital as a registered nurse after 40 years of service. She is survived by her son, David Goetchius...

Daniel R. Kennedy

Daniel R. Kennedy

Sep 5, 2018

Daniel R. Kennedy, 91, of Gastonia, passed away September 5, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. Born December 5, 1926, in Gaston County, the son of the late Noah Kennedy and Annie Clanton. Daniel was a US Air Force Veteran. He is survived by his wife, Jean Kennedy of 66 years; sons, Larry Kennedy (Patty), Danny Kennedy (Melody), Michael Kennedy;...

Robert "Bob" Robinson

Robert "Bob" Robinson

Sep 4, 2018

Robert "Bob" Robinson, 70, of Gastonia passed away September 4, 2018 at his residence. He was born December 7, 1947, a native of Gaston County, the son of the late Elvin Franklin Robinson and Annie Sue Clemmer Robinson. Bob loved his family, woodworking and building mandolins. He enjoyed going to Studebaker Car Shows and loved blue grass music. He is...

Michael Edward Taylor

Michael Edward Taylor

Sep 4, 2018

Michael Edward Taylor, 18, beloved son, brother and friend, passed away at his home on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, surrounded by family and friends. Born on September 20, 1999, the first son of Mike and Laura Taylor, Michael was a proud member of the 2018 graduating class of Piedmont Community Charter School. Michael is survived by his parents Mike and...

Kim Tate

Kim Tate

Sep 4, 2018

Kim Tolodizecki Tate, 66, of Bessemer City, passed away September 4, 2018 at her residence. She was born September 1, 1952, in Baltimore, MD, daughter of the late, George Clayton Tolodziecki and Alice Evelyn Whitaker. Left to cherish her memories are her son, Steve Tate; step-son, Jason Tate and wife Lori; daughter, Tonya Hanna and husband Patrick; brothers, Jimmy Tolodziecki...

Amanda Kennedy Johnson

Amanda Kennedy Johnson

Sep 3, 2018

Amanda Kennedy Johnson, 31, of Dallas passed away after a tragic accident on September 3, 2018. She was born February 2, 1987, a native of Gaston County, the daughter of Larry Leon Kennedy and Patti Sisk Kennedy. Amanda attended Gospel Light Holiness Church in Gastonia. She had a big heart and loved her family, friends and animals. She enjoyed sightseeing...

Jack Lawson Griffin

Jack Lawson Griffin

Sep 2, 2018

Jack Lawson Griffin, 78, of Dallas, passed away, Sunday, September 2, 2018 at his residence. Jack was born December 24, 1939, in Gaston County, son of the late Newton A. Griffin and Robbie Miller. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, September 6, 2018 at Sunset Forrest Baptist Church, 903 Hickory Grove Rd, Gastonia. Visitation will be...

Martha Gosnell

Martha Gosnell

Aug 31, 2018

Martha Dean Gilmore Gosnell, 85, of Bessemer City, passed away, Friday, August 31, 2018 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. Martha was born August 17, 1933, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Columbus Franklin Gilmore and Carrie Lucille Gilmore. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 4 at 10:00 am at Hollywood Cemetery, officiated by Bishop Neil...

Richard John Teumer

Richard John Teumer

Aug 29, 2018

Gastonia, NC- Richard John Teumer, 87, died August 29, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. Born in New York he was the son of the late John and Lissi Teumer. He worked as a port steward for Pan American Airways. He was a volunteer fireman in Islip Terrace, NY proudly serving with Engine Co. 3 as their dedicated treasurer for...

Janice Varnell Guffie

Janice Varnell Guffie

Aug 29, 2018

Janice Varnell Guffie, 81, of McAdenville, passed away August 29, 2018 at Stanley Total Living Center. She was born August 26, 1937, in Cramerton, NC to the late Rev. W. O. Williams and Mrs. Mary Lee Williams. Growing up with her only sister Mary Ann. Janice was a member of North Belmont Church of God where she was very active...

Charles "Bill" Gordon

Charles "Bill" Gordon

Aug 28, 2018

Charles "Bill" Gordon, 69 of Belmont, passed away on August 28th at his residence. He was born December 1, 1948 in Hendersonville, the son of the late Edison and Lois Bell Gordon. Bill was a member of East Belmont Free Will Baptist Church. He was also a veteran of the United States Air Force. Left to cherish his memories are...

Kabisa Charlotte Mukeba

Kabisa Charlotte Mukeba

Aug 28, 2018

Kabisa Charlotte Mukeba, 69, of Davidson, passed away August 28, 2018 at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte. She was born August 7, 1949 in Lubumbashi in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the daughter of the late Mukeba Tshikala and Manyeka Kanzewu. Kabisa was a devoted Christian, mother, wife and grandmother. She is survived by her husband Ilunga Sebastien Mbuyi;...

Lawrence Bernasconi

Lawrence Bernasconi

Aug 27, 2018

Lawrence Bernasconi, 89, of Gastonia, passed away August 27, 2018 at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas. He was born July 3, 1929 in Bronx, New York the son of the late Lawrence Henry Bernasconi and Philomena Russelli Bernasconi. Lawrence attended Ridge Baptist Church of Gastonia. He attended Iona State College. He was a United States Marine and Air Force...

Rickey Lee Hill Sr.

Rickey Lee Hill Sr.

Aug 22, 2018

Rickey Lee Hill Sr., 75, of Bessemer City, passed away August 22, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was born May 18, 1943 a native of Gaston County, the son of the late Marshall Lee Hill and Mabel Beach Hill. Rickey was a member of First Assembly of God in Gastonia. He was also a member of Oasis Shriners...

Kenneth Dale Wilson

Kenneth Dale Wilson

Aug 21, 2018

Kenneth Dale Wilson of Gastonia NC passed gracefully, surrounded by his loving family, into the arms of his Heavenly Father on 8/21/18 at the Robin Johnson House. He was born in Gastonia to the late Luke and Selee Wilson on December 13th, 1943. He is survived by his wife of 48 wonderful years, Inez Wilson and their two daughters, Shellie...

Jimmy Nanney Sr.

Jimmy Nanney Sr.

Aug 21, 2018

Jimmy Lee Nanney Sr., 67, of Dallas, passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at Carolinas Regional Medical Center. He was born October 8, 1950 in Gaston County, son of Frances Woody Poole and the late William Nanney Jr. All services are private. Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service – 1503 S. York Rd., Gastonia, NC 28052....

Kathy Diane Jones

Kathy Diane Jones

Aug 20, 2018

Kathy Diane Jones, 61, of Gastonia, passed away August 20, 2018 at Pardee Hospital, Hendersonville. She was born May 13, 1957 in Gaston County, daughter of the late John Samuel Jones and Beatrice Lockridge Jones. Kathy is survived by her brothers, Jim Jones, and Randall Jones; sisters, Sandra Christopher, and Janet Coleman; and numerous nieces and nephews. She will be...

Nanie Mae Stephens

Nanie Mae Stephens

Aug 19, 2018

Nanie Mae Stephens, 95 of Cherryville went to be with The Lord on August 19, 2018 at Courtland Terrace. She was born June 6, 1923 in White County, Georgia, the daughter of the late John Mulkey and Nancy Jane Mulkey. Nanie was a member of Clover Liberty Pentecostal Church. She loved her family and never met a stranger. She is...

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