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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas
Joshua Logan Nicholson
Aug 27, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joshua Logan Nicholson. Born on May 28, 1989, in North Carolina, Joshua tragically departed from this world on August 27, 2024, due to an unforeseen accident
Throughout his life, Joshua was a beloved son of Bobby and Mildred Nicholson, a cherished brother to Jonathan and Martina...
Carolyn Elaine Benenhaley
Aug 26, 2024
Carolyn Benenhaley, 81, of Dallas, NC, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.
She was born July 12, 1943, in Gastonia, NC to the late Bill and Helen Long.
Carolyn was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She lived a full life and was a caring individual.
...Eddie Ray Mccarthy
Aug 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eddie Ray McCarthy on August 25, 2024, at the Robin Johnson House. He was born on August 16, 1936, in Gaston County, NC, and was a beloved member of the community.
Eddie was a man of simple pleasures; he cherished spending his days reading his favorite...
Betty "Mawmaw Betty" Chastain Braswell
Aug 24, 2024
Betty "Mawmaw Betty" Chastain Braswell, 91, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, at her residence.
She was born September 22, 1932, in Swain Co, NC, daughter of the late George Washinton Chastain and Maude Hopper Chastain.
Betty retired from Homelite after 23 years.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Marvin Clinton Brooks
Aug 23, 2024
Marvin Clinton Brooks Jr., 74 of Gastonia, North Carolina, passed away on August 23, 2024, at Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center. Born on August 20, 1950, in North Carolina, Marvin dedicated his life to his work as a supply clerk in the knitting textiles industry. Throughout his career, he worked at Ithaca, where his commitment and hard work left a lasting...
Ward William "Bud" Williams
Aug 23, 2024
Ward William "Bud" Williams, 85, passed away on August 23, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Brenda Williams for 48 years.
Born on May 17, 1939, on a cotton farm in Waxhaw, NC to the late Horace and Sena Williams. He was one of twenty-two children. His mother Sena, sadly...
Grady "Scott" Jackson
Aug 23, 2024
Scott Jackson passed away on August 23, 2024, following a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. Born on May 10, 1965, in Gastonia, NC, Grady was a true down to earth gentleman who could often be found behind the bar at Winner's Circle in Gastonia, NC, where he spent his days mixing drinks and making friends.
...Glenda Kay Durham
Aug 22, 2024
Glenda Kay Durham (née Gillespie), aged 72, passed away on August 22, 2024, in Gastonia, NC. Born on November 2, 1951, in Kings Mountain, NC, Glenda was a lifelong resident of North Carolina and a cherished member of her community.
Glenda graduated from Kings Mountain High School and spent many years serving in the restaurant industry, where...
Debbie Ellen Palmer
Aug 21, 2024
Debbie Ellen Palmer, a cherished wife, mother and grandmother, Â passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024, due to natural causes. Born on January 28, 1955, in North Carolina, Debbie's light shone brightly throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her.
She leaves behind her loving husband of 52 years, Ray Palmer Jr., Â Son Michael...
Jerry Dean Jenkins
Aug 20, 2024
I t is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Dean Jenkins, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Jerry was born in Cherokee County, SC, on May 19, 1949, to the late Roy and Edna Dean Moss Jenkins. Jerry went home to be with his Lord and Savior, on August 20, 2024, at the age of...
Enrique Alberto Cordero
Aug 20, 2024
Enrique Alberto Cordero, born July 19, 1945, and passed August 20, 2024. He lived 19 years in Gastonia NC as a US citizen since 1972, born in San Miguel, el salvador Central America (C.A.).
He was a Christian man, loved to sing for the Lord, loved his family very much, loved music, great father.
In...
Billie Jean Martin
Aug 20, 2024
Billie Jean Martin left earth on August 20th, 2024, to be reunited with her predeceased loved ones and to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in Heaven. Her story began in rural Cherokee County NC, where she was born to Matilda (Stiles) Dockery and James Henry Dockery on February 19th,1936. Â She was the seventh in a lineage of...
David Benjamin Davis
Aug 20, 2024
David Benjamin Davis, 80, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
He was born November 13, 1943, in Gaston County, NC son of the late Avery Erven Davis and Bessie Benalee Hardin Davis.
David was a retired entrepreneur business owner. He was known for his love...
Jeffrey Dennis Beal
Aug 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Beal, who left us far too soon at the age of 38. A loving son, brother, uncle, and friend, Jeffrey was known for his easy-going nature, sharp sense of humor, and deep love for his family and friends. His presence lit up every room, especially during family...
Katherine Collins Auten
Aug 19, 2024
Katherine Collins Auten was born to the Rev. Ray Collins and Susan Ella Hall Collins on Feb 19, 1937, in Statesville. She finished her race and entered all of Heavens Glory on August 19, 2024.
She was the middle child of eleven children.
Katherine married the love of her life Harold Auten and they were...
Shirley Ann Robinson
Aug 19, 2024
Shirley Robinson, 78, of Stanley, NC, passed away August 19, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.
She was born March 11, 1946, in Anderson, SC, to the late John William and Clara Thomas Rose.
Shirley attended Trinity Full Gospel Church in Stanley. She loved animals.
In addition to her parents,...
Cynthia Yvonne Peterson
Aug 17, 2024
Cynthia Peterson, 60, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away August 17, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
She was born July 6, 1964, in Gaston County, NC to the late Nancy Adams.
Cynthia was a very loving, kind, God-fearing woman. She was quick to lovingly add correction if she felt you were doing...
Richard Dewayne Musgrave
Aug 17, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Dewayne Musgrave, who was born on January 11, 1958, in Coco Beach, FL. Richard, a beloved husband to Sylvia Musgrave, passed away on August 17, 2024, at his residence in Mc Bee, SC.
Richard was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in fishing and hunting....
Mildred Jean Mcvickers
Aug 16, 2024
Our beloved Mildred Jean McVickers, a devoted mother, daughter, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 16, 2024, at the age of 85. Known for her warm smile and kind heart, Mildred was born on August 6, 1939, in Gaston County, NC and resided in Gastonia, NC.
She leaves behind her sons, Ray W....
Eddie Arnold Lowe, Sr.
Aug 15, 2024
Eddie Arnold Lowe Sr, 76, passed away on August 15, 2024, in Bessemer City, NC. Born on April 16, 1948, in Mecklenburg County, NC, he dedicated much of his life to public service, both as a military and law enforcement officer.
Eddie honorably served in the Army as a Military Police (MP) during the Vietnam War, a...
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