Obituaries

Jan 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Jimmy Coleman, who left this world on January 6, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on July 3, 1957, in Cleveland County, NC, Michael was a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend to many. He made his home in Kings Mountain, where he became...

Jan 5, 2025

Patricia" Trishy Poo" Margo Inman, 60, of Shelby, NC, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

A native of Gaston County, she was born on September 5, 1964, to the late Frank "Frosty" and Mildred "Millie" Martin.

Trishy Poo loved children, and she loved her family.

In addition to...

Jan 5, 2025

Floyd Eugene Lovelace, 66, of Shelby, entered his heavenly home and saw his Savior face to face, on January 5, 2025, at White Oak Manor in Shelby, NC.

He was born July 7, 1958, in Cherokee County, SC, to the late Floyd and Dollie Campbell Lovelace.

Floyd was a member of Trinity Baptist Church (Asheville,...

Jan 4, 2025

Debra Ann Kelly Mitchell of Kings Mountain, NC

Born May 14th, 1960, to the late Benny and Mary Gibson Kelly also deceased is her brothers James and Richard Kelly

Debbie passed away January 4, 2025, at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby NC

Debbie was retired from Dollar General but held jobs at Rauch...

Jan 3, 2025

Ethel Thompson Beavers, 90, of Lincolnton, NC, stepped into glory on January 3, 2025 surrounded by family, at Atrium Health Lincoln.

She was born October 14, 1934, in Gaston Co, NC, daughter of the late William and Maude Strickland Thompson.

Ethel was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother (Peachy) and friend. She was a...

Jan 3, 2025

Terrell Alison Bailey, born July 2, 1961, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, at the age of 63 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC.

Terrie was preceded in death by her husband, Tracy Robinson; her father, Edward S. Bailey; and her mother, Vivian Gwynne Bailey.

Terrie is beloved and survived by brothers, Mike...

Jan 3, 2025

Amy Loretta Pruett, 55, of Kings Mountain, passed away January 3, 2025, at her home.

She was a graduate of North Gaston High School and had grown up in the town of Dallas.  She enjoyed crafting, singing and gaming.

Donald J. Trump was always her president.

Amy was a loving and generous woman....

Jan 3, 2025

Devy Randall Smith, 71, of Cramerton, NC, passed away Friday, January 3, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

He was born March 27, 1953, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late John and Jane Smith.

Devy loved playing baseball for South Point High School and legion baseball in Belmont. Graduated for...

Jan 3, 2025

Norma Jean Bolin Alexander, 59, of Gastonia, NC, passed away January 3, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, in Gastonia, NC.

She was born January 9, 1965, in York County, SC to the late JB and Edna Bratton Bolin.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, John Bolin, Mike Bolin,...

Jan 2, 2025

Lorene Truett Clark, 88, of Kings Mountain, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  She was born in Cherokee County NC to the late Dallos and Annie Mae Truett.  Lorene was a dedicated worker in the cotton textile industry and retired after many faithful years of service from Dixie Yarn.  She dearly loved her children...

Jan 2, 2025

Tammy Dover Adams, 57, of Lawndale, NC, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025, at her residence.

She was born in York County, South Carolina on January 30, 1967, to the late A.W. Dover  and Mary Frances Farris.

Tammy loved her family, shopping, and watching television.

In addition to her parents, she was also...

Jan 2, 2025

Andrew Murray Cummings, 51, of Bessemer City, passed away January 2, 2025, at his residence.

Andrew was born April 26, 1973, in Wilmington, Delaware, son of the late Donald Robert Cummings and Patricia Woconish Cummings.

He was a pet lover who enjoyed dogs and was a US Army veteran.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Donald...

Dec 31, 2024

Darrell Williamson, 68, of Vale, NC, passed away, Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Catawba Valley Medical Center.

He was born on October 14, 1956, in Gastonia, NC, to the late Leonard Williamson and Ruth Conners Williamson.

Darrell worked for Gaston County Schools for 34 years. He was the Chief of Rhyne Fire Department for six...

Dec 31, 2024

Rodney Stewart Jones, 68, of Gastonia, NC, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

Rodney was born September 17, 1956, in Mecklenburg Co, NC, son of Betty Black Jones and the late Don Jones.

Rodney was a member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church, Huntersville. He loved working...

Dec 31, 2024

Doris Harvey Copeland of Concord, NC, a former resident of Princeton, WV, passed away peacefully in the early morning of December 31, 2024 in Concord, NC at 92 years old.  She was born in Oney Gap, WV on December 9, 1932.

She was a 1951 graduate of Princeton High School, and was a member of the Landmark...

Dec 31, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Shelia Ann Slater at the age of 81 on December 31, 2024.

Born on November 2, 1943 in Spruce Pine, NC to Hazel and Garfield Harrison, Shelia is survived by three daughters Donna, Debbie (Marc) and Karen, son (Her rock) Albert Joseph Slater II (Diane), sisters...

Dec 29, 2024

John "Big John" Henry Shoup, 83, of Belmont, NC, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

He was born May 3, 1941, in Mecklenburg Co, NC, son of the late Rich and Ida Mae Shoup.

Big John loved his family, fishing, welding, and listening to Elvis Presley. John was in...

Dec 28, 2024

Mary Rhyne Hubbard, 77, of Clover, SC, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.

She was born April 5, 1947, in Charlotte, NC, to the late Max and Isabell Rhyne.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Phillip Hubbard;...

Dec 28, 2024

Timothy Edgar Whetstine, born on July 12, 1956, in North Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, at the age of 68. He was a loving son, brother, and dedicated professional who touched the lives of many.

Timothy was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, serving his country honorably before embarking on a...

Dec 28, 2024

James David Green

April 4 1950- December 28 2024

James lost his fight with cancer December 28 2024. He was being care for in Newton NC at Carolina Caring Hospice House.

James is preceded in death by his wife, Cathey G Green; his mother Garnell Hardy; his father, David Green; his step son,...