Martin Henry Petry
Feb 14, 2025
Martin Henry Petry, 60, of Shelby, passed away on February 14, 2025, at atrium Cleveland Hospital in Shelby, NC.
He was born May 23, 1964, in Dade County, Florida.
Martin loved his family and enjoyed spending as much time as he could with them.
He loved being outdoors and creating beautiful landscapes.
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Alex Wilson Jr.
Feb 13, 2025
Alex Wilson Jr., 75, of Bessemer City, passed away February 13, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
He was born on January 18, 1950, in Jackson County, NC, son of the late Alex Wilson Sr. and Opal Shook Wilson.
Alex loved being outdoors enjoying nature, watching the birds in the birdbath and doing...
Michael Sheets
Feb 12, 2025
Michael Sheets of Gastonia died on February 12, 2025, at Robin Johnson House in Dallas. Â "Sheets" grew up in Gastonia after a brief stay in Hawaii when his dad was stationed there. Â He was the son of the late Harold "Buddy" Sheets and Glenda Laughridge Sheets.
Mike graduated from Hunter Huss High School and Gaston College with...
William Louis Monico
Feb 11, 2025
William "Willie" Monico, 69, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on January 15, 1956.
Willie was an avid sportsman. He loved football, baseball, and basketball. He was a Jets / Mets fan. He loved his family and his church family.
He...
Brenda Joyce Donaldson Armentrout
Feb 10, 2025
Brenda Joyce Donaldson Armentrout, 83, of Gastonia, passed away on February 10, 2025, at her home.
She was born November 13, 1941, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Clarence W. Donaldson and Annie Donaldson.
Brenda had worked for many years in the textile industry.
She had a great love for music and...
Grady Daniel Truett Sr.
Feb 10, 2025
Grady Daniel Truett Sr., 76, of Bessemer City, passed away February 10, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. He lived a wonderful life filled with lots of love. He was devoted to his family and made their happiness a priority in his life.
He was born on December 22, 1948, in Cherokee County, son of...
Evelyn F. Flowers
Feb 10, 2025
Evelyn F. Flowers, of Bessemer City, was born on August 10, 1930, in Oconee County, South Carolina. She graced this world with her presence for 94 wonderful years. She passed peacefully on February 10, 2025, at Morningside of Gastonia, surrounded by the warmth of love and cherished memories.
Evelyn was a beacon of joy and strength, influencing...
Ana Delia Rodriguez
Feb 10, 2025
Ana Rodriguez, 92, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, February 10, 2025, at The Greens in Gastonia.
She was born on July 29, 1932, in Florida, Puerto Rico, to the late Luis and Candida Rodriguez.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Hector Rodriguez and her sister Edith...
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,...
