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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Kaye Reeves

Kaye Reeves

Nov 6, 2014

Kaye Reeves, 71, of Lincolnton, passed away November 6, 2014 at Carolina's Medical Center in Lincolnton. She was born July 20, 1943 in Gaston County, daughter of the late Ralph Killian and Ruth McAlister. Kaye was a devoted wife, mother, Mi-Mi to her grandchildren and great-grandchild. She was a Real Estate Broker with Reeves Properties in Gaston County. She was...

Pauline Elizabeth Redmond

Pauline Elizabeth Redmond

Nov 5, 2014

Pauline Elizabeth Redmond, 90, of Mt. Holly, passed away November 5, 2014 at Stanley Total Living Center. She was born June 11, 1924 a native of Gaston County, daughter of the late Emery and Elizabeth Robinson. A memorial service will be held 3 pm on Friday at Greene Funeral Service - South Chapel - 1503 S. York Rd., Gastonia, officiated...

Samuel "Sammy" Lamm

Samuel "Sammy" Lamm

Nov 5, 2014

Samuel "Sammy" Lamm, 65, of York, SC, passed away November 5, 2014 at Carolina's Medical Center, Charlotte. He was born July 8, 1949 in Moore County, NC, son of the late Vernon and Rebecca Lamm. Sammy Lamm was known best by his family and friends as generous, loyal and kind. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandpa....

Betty Lou Shull

Betty Lou Shull

Nov 4, 2014

Betty Lou Shull, 83, of Bessemer City, passed away on November 4, 2014 at Peak Resources, Cherryville. She was born July 30, 1931 in Gaston County, daughter of the late Clyde Abel Hager and Mattie Spencer Hager. Mrs. Shull was a member of Concord United Methodist Church, Bessemer City. A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. on Thursday at...

Dawn Black

Dawn Black

Nov 4, 2014

Tiffany "Dawn" Black, along with her dog, Chance, died late November 4th due to carbon monoxide poisoning from a fire at her home. She was born on July 20th, 1968, and grew up in Dallas, NC. She is survived by daughter, Hailey LeAnn Black, mother, Patsy Denton Black, father, Michael Bryce Black and wife Lizz, brother, William "Bill" Black and...

Martha Christine Frazier

Martha Christine Frazier

Nov 4, 2014

Martha Christine Frazier, 86, of Blacksburg, SC passed away on November 4, 2014 at White Oak Manor, Kings Mountain. She was born December 25, 1927 in Union County, she was the last of seven children born to the late Sidney Miller and Etta Lavonnia Hargette Miller. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great - grandmother and great - great -...

Larry Allen Gray

Larry Allen Gray

Nov 4, 2014

Larry Allen Gray, 65, of Gastonia, passed away November 4, 2014 in NC. He was born April 5, 1949 in Riverton WY, son of the late Wallace and Bessie Gray. A gathering of family and friends will be held 3 pm on Saturday at Greene Funeral Service, Gastonia, NC.

Murray Edward Mcginnis, Jr.

Murray Edward Mcginnis, Jr.

Nov 3, 2014

Murray Edward McGinnis, Jr., 86, of Gastonia, passed away November 3, 2014 at Caromont Regional Medical Center. He was born, February 4, 1928, a native of Gaston County, son of the late, Murray McGinnis, Sr. and Gertie McGinnis. A graveside service will be held 11 am on Thursday at Gaston Memorial Park, officiated by Pastor Billy Ginn. The family will...

Jack Lawrence Beaty

Jack Lawrence Beaty

Nov 2, 2014

Jack Lawrence Beaty, MSGT USARNG (Retired) - Gastonia, NC- Jack Lawrence Beaty, 85, of Gastonia, passed away November 2, 2014 at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas. He was born February 28, 1929 native of Gaston County, son of the late, Thomas and Ollie Paysour Beaty. Jack was a Retired Master Sergeant of the NC National Guard, a member of...

Larry Joe Williams

Larry Joe Williams

Oct 31, 2014

Larry Joe Williams, 54, of Cherryville, died suddenly at home on October 31, 2014. He was born in Gaston County, December 18, 1959, to the late Pruitt and Annie Williams. A memorial service will be held 2 pm Thursday at Emmaus Road Full Gospel Church, 319 Green Chapman Rd, Gastonia, NC, 28056, Springwood section. Rev. William McPeters will be officiating....

Paul Ray Woody

Paul Ray Woody

Oct 31, 2014

Paul Ray Woody, 61, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Oct. 31, 2014, at Robin Johnson House in Dallas. He was born Dec. 16, 1952, in Gaston County, son of the late Charles John Woody and Blonde Ardella Hollifield Woody Cage. Paul loved his family especially his grandbabies. His infectious and distinct laugh will be...

Donnie Dodson, Sr.

Donnie Dodson, Sr.

Oct 30, 2014

DALLAS Donnie Dodson Sr., 59, passed away Oct. 30, 2014, at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas, with his family by his side. Donnie was a loving brother, father, and grandfather. He lived and breathed to give others a reason to smile. Donnie is survived by four children: Dawn Wilkin, Donnie Wesley Dodson Jr., Christopher Dodson, and Stephen Dodson. He...

William "Gene" Scruggs, Sr.

William "Gene" Scruggs, Sr.

Oct 29, 2014

William "Gene" Scruggs, Sr., 76, of Gastonia, passed away October 29, 2014 at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas. He was born February 4, 1938 in Spartanburg, SC, son of the late William and Ruby Henderson. Gene loved his family and pets. He was an avid bowler and could grill an awesome steak. He is survived by his sons, William...

Thomas Wister Balentine, Jr.

Thomas Wister Balentine, Jr.

Oct 28, 2014

Thomas Whister Balentine, Jr., 73, of Cramerton, passed away October 28, 2014 at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas. He was born December 8, 1940 native of Gaston County, son of the late, Thomas Balentine, Sr. A memorial service will be held 6 pm Thursday at Bethesda Full Gospel Tabernacle - 2422 Lowell Bethesda Rd., Gastonia. Visitation will follow the...

Billy Thomas Harmon, Jr.

Billy Thomas Harmon, Jr.

Oct 28, 2014

Billy Thomas Harmon, Jr."Whiskey", 59, of Gastonia, passed away October 28, 2014. He was born August 18, 1955 in Hammond County, Indiana, son of the late Billy T. Harmon, Sr. and Nora Harmon. Billy was a member of Lighthouse Full Gospel Church of Mt. Holly. He was an avid fisherman and a life-long truck driver. He was a selfless man...

Boyce James Rimmer

Boyce James Rimmer

Oct 26, 2014

Boyce James Rimmer, 83, of Gaffney, SC, passed away October 26, 2014 at his residence. He was born June 20, 1930 in Statesville, son of the late Raymond Riley and Texie Rimmer. Boyce was a veteran of the US Army who served during the Korean War. He was stationed in Germany for two years where he served in a military...

J.R. Crisp

J.R. Crisp

Oct 25, 2014

J.R. Crisp, 56, of Bessemer City, passed away October 25, 2014 at The Robin Johnson House in Dallas. He was born May 27, 1958 native of Gaston County, son of the late Hobart Crisp, Sr. A memorial service will be held 5 - 9 pm on Thursday at Happy Day's - 503 Carolina Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052. J.R. is survived...

Paul Caldwell

Paul Caldwell

Oct 24, 2014

Paul Alick Caldwell, 85, of Gastonia, passed away Friday, October 24, 2014 at his residence. He was born May 1, 1929 in Lincoln County, son of the late Irene Caldwell. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Terry Braswell; and grandparents, Annie and Early Caldwell. Mr. Caldwell retired from Wix Filters in 1993 after...

Sheila Dale Shields

Sheila Dale Shields

Oct 24, 2014

Sheila Dale Shields, 43, passed away October 24, 2014, at Carolina Medical Center. She was born September 24, 1971, in Gaston County, daughter of Roger Dale Hooper and Pamela Meeks Smith. Mrs. Sheila was a loving, wonderful mother and lived for her husband and children. She loved her family and was very close to them. Sheila was a daddy's girl...

James Norman Jr.

James Norman Jr.

Oct 24, 2014

James "Pop" Norman, 50, of Gastonia, passed away October 24, 2014, at Carolina Specialty Hospital, Pineville. He was born September 9, 1964, in San Antonio, TX, son of James Robert Norman and the late Brenda Smith Norman. Mr. Norman is survived by his wife, Selina Norman; brothers, Dennis Norman, Wilson Norman; father James Robert Norman; children, Cleatis "Shane" Norman and...

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