Cregg "Andy" Bess Iii
Jun 27, 2018
Gastonia, NC - Cregg "Andy" Bess III, 49 years old, went home to be with the Lord on June 27, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was born February 8, 1969, a native of Gaston County, the son of Judie Ledford Bess Barker and the late Cregg Anthony "Tony" Bess Jr. Andy loved the Lord and his family. His...
Lula Newton Cape
Jun 27, 2018
Kings Mountain, NC - Lula Newton Cape, 83, passed away June 27, 2018 at her residence. She was born March 19, 1935, in Tennessee, the daughter of the late William Newton and Blanche Brown Newton. All services are private. Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia. Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneral.com
Carolyn Holland
Jun 26, 2018
Carolyn McCreight Holland, 76, of Kings Mountain, went to be with the Lord on June 26, 2018, at Testa Family Hospice House in Kings Mountain. She was born May 25, 1942, in Haywood County, daughter of the late Carlos and Ruby McCreight. Carolyn loved her family dearly and never met a stranger. She was a friend to all, ready to...
Catherine Faye Fore Gilbow
Jun 26, 2018
Catherine Faye Fore Gilbow, 81, of Gastonia, passed away June 26, 2018, at her home.
She was born January 23, 1937, in Mecklenburg County, daughter of the late Alda Fore.
Mrs. Gilbow was a dedicated mother who loved and cherished all her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed playing bingo and was an avid reader.
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John Kent Keener
Jun 26, 2018
John Kent Keener, 62, of Dallas passed away June 26, 2018 at his residence. He was born October 16, 1955, a native of Gaston County, the son of Carol Keener Cline and the late John "Pete" Walter Keener. John attended High Shoals United Methodist Church. Along with his mother, he is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Michelle...
Buddy Ronald "Carp Man" Sawyer
Jun 24, 2018
Gastonia, NC -
Buddy Ronald Sawyer "Carp Man", 73, entered eternal rest in the arms of God on Sunday, June 24, 2018, surrounded by his family.
He was born August 22, 1944, native to Gaston County, the son of the late Phillip Franklin Sawyer and Peggy Lucille Miller Sawyer.
Buddy was a child...
Dannie Brayboy
Jun 24, 2018
Dannie Brayboy, 66, of Bessemer City, passed away on June 24, 2018, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House, Dallas.. He was born March 12, 1952, in Robeson County, son of the late Lillie Brayboy. Dannie loved his family and enjoyed spending time with all of them. He loved being outdoors such as hunting, fishing, family trips to the beach, mountains,...
Rosa Lee Pack
Jun 23, 2018
Rosa Lee Pack, 78, of Lowell, passed away Saturday, June 23, 2018 at her home.
She was born April 3, 1940, a native of Gaston County, daughter of the late Jeter and Georgia McAlister Mathis.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, June 26th at the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service,...
Marvin "M.D." Dewey Rabb Jr.
Jun 23, 2018
Marvin "M.D." Dewey Rabb, Jr., 92, of Gastonia, passed away June 23, 2018 at Brookdale Robinwood. He was born June 21, 1926, a native to Gaston County, the son of the late Marvin D. Rabb, Sr. and Pauline Abernathy Rabb. M.D. was a charter member of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer. He was a Mason for 70 years...
Douglas Theodore Childers
Jun 21, 2018
Clover, SC -
Douglas Theodore Childers, 89, passed away June 21, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Jackson County, NC on November 22, 1928, the son of the late Hayes and Louanna Stewart Childers.
Doug was a member of Lake Wylie Christian Assembly. He was a United States Army...
Jerry "Red" Layel
Jun 20, 2018
Jerry "Red" Layel, 79, of Lowell, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, June 20, 2018.
He was born October 29, 1938 in Gaston County, son of the late George Timothy Layel and Kate Davis Layel.
Jerry will be greatly missed by his family who loved him dearly. He was a US Army Veteran and...
Geraldean "Jerrie" Ray
Jun 18, 2018
Geraldean "Jerrie" Ray, 83, of Gastonia passed away June 18, 2018 at Alexandria Place.
She was born on July 6, 1934, a native of Gaston County, the daughter of the late Harry Odell Ray and Daisy Sexton Ray.
Jerrie was a member of Linwood Presbyterian Church where she also played the piano. She was a...
Phil Firrantello
Jun 18, 2018
Phil Firrantello,62, of Kings Mountain, passed away on June 18, 2018, at his home. He was born December 14, 1955, in New Rochelle, NY, son of the late Tom and Marjorie Firrantello. Phil served with the Gastonia Police department from 1986 – 2007. He obtained his advanced law enforcement certification in 1994. He was an original member of the Gastonia...
Steven James Mcavoy
Jun 18, 2018
Steven James McAvoy, 58, of Gastonia, passed away June 18, 2018. He was born November 5, 1959 in Watertown, NY, the son of the late John McAvoy and Virginia VanGordon McAvoy. All services are private.
Susan Renee Lowery
Jun 17, 2018
Susan Renee Lowery, 68, of Gastonia, passed away June 17, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
She was born on March 18, 1950, a native of Gaston County, the daughter of the late George William Darnell and Betty Kale Darnell.
She is survived by her loving husband of over 33 years, Billy Lowery; daughters, Jenny...
James Edward Poole
Jun 15, 2018
James Edward Poole, 69, of Gastonia, passed away Friday, June 15, 2018, at his home. He was born July 22, 1948, in Homer Georgia. A memorial service will be held 5:00 pm Sunday, June 24, 2018, at Landmark Baptist Church, 311 Archie Whitesides Rd. Gastonia, officiated by the Pastor Forrest Hennessee. The family will receive friends one hour prior to...
Mike Meeks
Jun 15, 2018
Mike Meeks, 59, of Dallas passed away on June 15, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. He was born June 29, 1958, a native of Gaston County, the son of the late George and Virginia Meeks. All services will be private. Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.
Russell S. Duren
Jun 13, 2018
Russell S. Duren, 90, of Gastonia, passed away on June 13, 2018, at Brookdale Robinwood in Gastonia.
He was born June 25, 1927, in Baltimore, MD, son of the late H.O. Duren and Emma Hoffman Duren.
Mr. Duren was a member of West Avenue Presbyterian Church in Gastonia.
He was the owner of...
Michael Scott Gomez "Toad"
Jun 12, 2018
Michael Scott Gomez "Toad",24, of Dallas, passed away on June 12, 2018, in Myrtle Beach, SC.
He was born January 16, 1994, in Gaston County.
Michael was a beloved son, grandson, brother and friend. He worked as a commercial painter.
A funeral service will be held 2:00pm Monday, June 18, 2018 at Greene...
Wanda Ann Burns Hughes
Jun 11, 2018
Wanda Ann Burns Hughes, 65, passed away June 11, 2018 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
She was born January 6, 1953 in Rock Hill, SC, the daughter of the late Ezel Burns and Martha West.
A visitation to celebrate Wanda's life will be held 4 – 6 pm Thursday, June 14, 2018 at...
