Stella Elizabeth Phillips
Feb 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Stella Elizabeth Phillips, who left us on February 8, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on November 17, 1936, in Lowell, NC, Stella lived a life filled with laughter, love, and warmth. She spent her last years in Gastonia, where she was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother,...
Wayne Sawyer
Feb 8, 2025
Wayne Sawyer, 74, of Charlotte, NC, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte.
He was born October 15, 1950, in Gaston Co, NC, son of the late William Joe Sawyer and Rosalee Carson.
Wayne was a member of Victory Hill Baptist Church, Dallas. He was...
Linda Sue Jarrell
Feb 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Sue Jeffries Jarrell, who left us peacefully on February 7, 2025. Born on March 3, 1944, in North Carolina, Linda lived a full life in Gastonia, NC, where she worked diligently in the textile parts distribution industry. Known for her easygoing nature and warm spirit, she touched...
Donna Huffman
Feb 7, 2025
Donna Elaine Huffman, 74, of Dallas, NC, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025. at her residence. She was born on May 22, 1950, to the late Banard and Hazel Pilkington.
Barbara Lynn Bell
Feb 7, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Bell, beloved wife of Jimmy Bell, who left this world peacefully. Barbara's love and warmth will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Barbara dedicated many years of her life to serving others. She was a skilled phlebotomist at Lab Corp, where she touched...
Arturo Javier Ferretiz
Feb 7, 2025
Arturo Javier Ferretiz Sr., a beloved father and talented Christmas decorator, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on December 9, 1951, in TAM, Mexico, Arturo later made his home in Gastonia, NC, where he became a cherished part of the community.
Arturo was known for his incredible passion for the...
Ronald Kenneth Laverde
Feb 6, 2025
Ronald Kenneth LaVerde Jr., 62, of Clayton, NC, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving friends and family. Ron courageously fought cancer for over 18 months.
Born on March 21, 1962, in Hornell, NY, son of the late Ronald K. LaVerde, Sr., and Rose M. Sheridan.Ron was a devoted father, brother, and friend...
Anthony Solomon
Feb 6, 2025
Anthony Solomon, a faithful servant of God, devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend, passed away on February 6, 2025, after a life filled with warmth, love, and unwavering faith. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7. Known for his kind heart and infectious smile, he leaves...
Mary Lynne Palmer Zeunik
Feb 5, 2025
Mary Lynne Palmer Zeunik was born October 16, 1946, in Battle Creek, Michigan and went home to the Lord on February 5, 2025, at her home in Kings Mountain, North Carolina.
Mary was preceded in death by her grandparents, Wayne and Mamie Broughton, mother, Lois Walters, sister, Kay, brother, Jack, daughter Charlotte and granddaughter Hannah.
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Veronica Dickerson
Feb 5, 2025
Veronica Lynn Dickerson, 68, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Gaston County on January 19, 1957, to the late Claude Picklesimer and Rosie Brown Boone.
Veronica attended Gaston Skills in Gastonia. She loved Alan Jackson and Elvis Presley.
In addition to...
Roy Glenn Dickson
Feb 4, 2025
Roy Glenn Dickson, Jr. (Sonny), 85, of Gastonia, NC, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
A native of Gaston County, he was born December 29, 1939, to the late Roy Glenn Dickson Sr. and Mildred Dellinger Dickson.
Sonny attended Ashley High School and retired from Norwesco. Sonny was a...
Amy Lynn Walters
Feb 1, 2025
Amy Lynn Walters, 48, of Dallas, NC, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025, at her residence.
She was born April 25, 1976, a native of Gaston Co, NC, daughter of Bill Walters, Sr., and the late Jeanine Walters.
Amy is survived by her son, Brandon Stowe; daughters, Breanna Roberts, and Baleigh Stowe; brothers, Billy Walters,...
Donnie Hoten Inman
Jan 31, 2025
Donnie Hoten Inman, born June 19, 1952, at the age of 72, passed away on January 31, 2025. He had a heart of gold, but his physical heart could not keep up with how much love he had to give. A devoted Jehovah's Witness, Donnie lived his life with faith and kindness, always bringing joy to those around him....
Pastor Ronnie Pendleton
Jan 30, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Pastor Ronnie Lee Pendleton, born on April 23, 1945, who departed this life on January 30, 2025. Ronnie was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, whose presence will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was pastor of Eighth...
Barbara Frances Beier
Jan 29, 2025
Dr. Barbara Frances Beier, 75, of Morganton, NC, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025 at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas NC.
Barbara was the oldest of eleven children born to Bernard and Mary Beier. She graduated from Aquinas HS in Augusta, GA, the top of her class. She obtained her undergraduate degree in mathematics...
Benny Keith Braswell
Jan 29, 2025
Benny "Keith" Braswell, 72, of Lincolnton, NC was called to be home with the Lord on January 29th at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 3,1953, in Gastonia NC to the late Jesse "JT" Thomas Braswell and Betty Jean Chastain Braswell. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, Grandfather, Brother, and uncle....
Joyce Helen West Collins
Jan 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Joyce Helen Collins, who passed away on January 29, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on February 14, 1937, in North Carolina, Joyce lived a life filled with love and dedication to her family. She spent her days working as an assembly worker in the clothing manufacturing...
John "Mike" Sellers
Jan 28, 2025
John Michael Sellers age 80 passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday morning, January 28th,2025.
He was born January 24th 1945. He was the son of late Hazel Barnette and Lola Huffman Sellers.
He retired from Westing house in Charlotte and worked for Coastal Carolina university in Conway, South Carolina for several years. He loved...
Jerry Donald Mcmillan
Jan 28, 2025
Jerry Donald McMillan, 89, of Gastonia passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at his home. He was born July 29, 1935, in Cherryville, NC, a son of the late John Arthur McMillan and Lassie Buchanan McMillan.
Jerry was drafted into the military in September 1958 as a military police officer. That same year he was sent...
David Edward Gibson
Jan 27, 2025
David Gibson, 64, went on to be with the Lord on Monday, January 27, 2025, at home.
David attended Cherryville High School and was an athletic trainer for several sports teams. He received a Bachelor's degree from Gardner Webb University and attended Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He worked as a rural route carrier for the US Postal...
