Virginia "Jenny" Grayson
Aug 1, 2024
Virginia "Jenny" Grayson, born on January 31, 1930, in Cherokee County, NC, has peacefully passed away on August 1, 2024, at her residence in Gastonia, NC.
She was a proud mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and devoted wife, having been married for 57 years.
Jenny will be deeply missed by her daughters Donna Wagner...
Wayne "Boone" Simpson
Jul 31, 2024
Wayne "Boone" Simpson, 57, of Dallas, NC, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Carolinas Regional Medical Center, Charlotte, NC.
He was born October 19, 1966, in Garrard Co, KY, son of Sissy Adams and the late Tony Henden Simpson.
Boone was a member of the Dixie Drafters. He loved to ride his motorcycle, fishing,...
William "Blowway" N. David
Jul 31, 2024
William N. David, known affectionately as "Blowway," passed away on July 31, 2024, in Gastonia, North Carolina, at the age of 86.
Born on February 24, 1938, in East Berbice-Corentyne, Guyana, William led a life marked by dedication to his family and a distinguished career.
William spent many years as an engineer and master plumber...
Letha Medford Gibson
Jul 29, 2024
Letha "Mid" Medford Gibson, a beloved member of the Gastonia community, peacefully passed away on July 29, 2024, at her residence in Gastonia, NC. She was born on December 5, 1944, in Gastonia, where she spent her entire life dedicated to her family and work.
Letha worked diligently as a bookkeeper in the machine parts manufacturing industry,...
Doris O'Neal Gragg
Jul 26, 2024
Doris O'Neal Gragg, 60, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, July 26, 2024, at Atrium in Charlotte.
She was born December 23, 1963, in York County South Carolina to the late Thomas and Janisue O'Neal.
Doris loved her family. She enjoyed gardening and shopping.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded...
Stella Sue Hutchens
Jul 26, 2024
Stella Sue Hutchens, 83, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, July 26, 2024, in Clover, SC.
She was born January 27, 1941, in Cherokee Co, SC, daughter of the late Adam and Olivene Jolly Davis.
Stella was a member of Christian Fellowship Church, York, SC. She was a former custodian at Belmont Middle School and...
William J. Lemaster
Jul 26, 2024
William J. LeMaster, 81, graduated to his heavenly home on July 26, 2024. He was born April 26, 1943, in San Francisco, California.
Bill was a member of the Dallas Church of God. Bill worked as a barber in California prior to moving to North Carolina in 1973, where he worked at Amp, Inc for 25 years....
Hinkle Albertus Rayfield, Jr.
Jul 25, 2024
Rev. Hinkle Albertus Rayfield Jr., born May 17, 1940, of Gaston County, NC went home to be with his Lord and Savior on July 25, 2024, in Gaston County.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed working outside, fishing, and spending time with his family. Hinkle grew up in Gaston County and attended Tryon...
Ross Donald Commanda
Jul 25, 2024
Ross Donald "Daniel" Commanda, 71 of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024, at the Robin Johnson House, Dallas, NC.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Smith and Florence Paradis; also his sister, Joane Commanda.
Survivors are his son, Shawn Commanda of NC; daughters, Stephany (Albert) Powers of NY, and Jennifer...
Mickey Morris Davidson
Jul 24, 2024
Mickey Morris Davidson, 81, of Blacksburg, SC, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at his residence.
He was born February 26, 1943, in Gastonia, NC, to the late Luther and Etoulia Davidson.
Mickey was a veteran of the United States Navy. He enjoyed fishing in his spare time. He loved all of his dogs and...
Preston Alfred Frady
Jul 24, 2024
Preston Alfred Frady, 77, of Stanley, NC, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
He was born January 29, 1947, son of the late Winfred and Mildred Frady.
All services are private.
Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.
Sandra "Sandy" Walker Coleman
Jul 24, 2024
Sandra "Sandy" Walker Coleman, 80, of Kings Mountain, passed away July 24, 2024, at the Rutherford County Hospice House in Forest City.
She was born May 27, 1944, in Mecklenburg County, daughter of the late James Albert Walker and Annie Mae Horton Walker.
Sandy was a member of One Accord Independent Baptist Church in Gastonia,...
Roy Howard Niblette
Jul 23, 2024
Roy Howard Niblette, 73, passed away on July 23, 2024, in Gastonia NC after a short but courageous battle with lung cancer. Roy (aka 'Roy Boy") was born in Paterson, NJ to Howard T. and Eleanor M. Niblette, who predeceased him. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Linda Gellman Niblette and his older brother Robert Kenneth Niblette...
Jeffery Wayne Nicholson
Jul 22, 2024
Jeffery Wayne Nicholson, known to friends and family as Jeff, passed away on July 22, 2024, due to natural causes at Caromont Regional Medical Center. Born on August 23, 1960, in Gaston County, North Carolina, Jeff lived a fulfilling life as a Vice President in the industrial insulation industry for Guy M. Beaty, Inc. Jeffery loved to play music...
Frank Joseph "Joe" Sharpe
Jul 21, 2024
Frank Joseph "Joe" Sharpe passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at his home in Clover, South Carolina, surrounded by his Wife, Son, Daughter-in-law and Cousin.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 27, 2024, at South Gastonia Church of God, 310 Carolina Ave, Gastonia, NC, with Bobby L. Gilley, Pastor Emeritus and Pastor Adrian...
Alfred Lee Lovelace
Jul 21, 2024
Alfred Lee Lovelace, 68, of Shelby, NC, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
He was born November 29, 1955, son of the late William "Bill" Lovelace and Lucille Reynolds Hill.
Services are private.
Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service, Gastonia.
Condolences...
Peggy Jean Lowery
Jul 21, 2024
Peggy Sligh Lowery, 88, of Gastonia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Brookdale Retirement Center, Charlotte, NC.
Peggy was born May 10, 1936, in Rockhill SC, daughter of the late Allen J. Sligh and Pearl Evans Sligh.
In addition to her parents, Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, James A....
Daniel "Jake" Lamar Horton Jr.
Jul 20, 2024
Daniel "Jake" Horton, Jr., 23, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
He was born November 30, 2000, a native of Gaston Co, NC.
Jake was a 2020 graduate of Piedmont Charter, Gastonia, where he was on the golf team. While on the golf team, he made...
Elsie Yvonne Chaney
Jul 19, 2024
Elsie Yvonne Ballard Chaney, age 85 of Gastonia, Passed away on July 19, 2024, in Gastonia, NC.
She was born May 5, 1939, in Bowling Green, SC, daughter of the late Lawrence Eldridge Ballard and the late Amanda Annie Lee Stewart Ballard.
Elsie was the first female rural letter carrier to retire from the United...
Mary Ann Lewis
Jul 18, 2024
Mary Ann Lewis, a beloved member of the community, passed away on July 18, 2024, due to natural causes. Born on January 8, 1947, in South Carolina, Mary Ann touched the lives of many with her warm smile and caring nature.
Despite not completing her formal education, Mary Ann pursued a successful career as a truck driver...
