Ronnie Benjamin Johnson
Aug 31, 2024
Ronnie Benjamin Johnson, 42, of Vale, NC, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 31, 2024, at his residence.
A native of Gaston County, he was born October 28, 1981, to Wanda Simmons and Monte Johnson.
Ronnie loved his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, Ronnie is survived by his children, Ashlean Johnson,...
Mary Lee Greene
Aug 31, 2024
Mary Lee Greene, 67, of Gastonia, NC, passed away August 31, 2024, at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas, NC.
She was born in Gaston County, NC on March 25, 1957, to the late Paul and Ruth Harmon Fair.
She was a member of New Beginnings Baptist Church in Charlotte, NC. She was formerly a...
Mary "Pete" Passmore Bridges
Aug 30, 2024
Mary "Pete" Passmore Bridges, 86, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away August 30, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.
She was born December 9, 1937, in Burke County, NC, to the late William Randolph and Edna Earl Kilpatrick Passmore.
Mary was a charter member of Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church in Kings Mountain,...
Amelia Stroupe Blalock
Aug 29, 2024
Amelia Blalock, a beloved member of the Love Valley Baptist Church and known affectionately as "Mawmaw" by many, peacefully passed away at the age of 81 on August 29, 2024, at her home in Kings Mountain, NC.
Amelia, born on May 17, 1943, was a dedicated homemaker to her husband, Gordon Blalock, with whom she shared a...
Richard "Richie" Tourtellotte
Aug 29, 2024
Richard "Richie" Tourtellotte, 55, of Bessemer City, passed away August 29, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
He was born November 10, 1968, in Windam County, Connecticut.
Richie loved the water. Pool, lake, ocean, it didn't matter. He loved to swim, canoe, if it had to do with water he was there. When...
Hermen Dean Sellers
Aug 29, 2024
Hermen Dean Sellers, 75, of Gastonia, NC, passed away August 29, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Mecklenburg County on February 13, 1949, to the late Joseph and Vauneta Sellers.
Dean, a graduate of Belmont High School, attended Gordon Military Academy and UNC- Pembroke before joining the US Air Force, where...
Laura Collmar
Aug 29, 2024
Laura Collmar, a beloved member of the Dallas community, passed away on August 29, 2024, from natural causes at the age of 81. Lovingly known as the 'Avon lady,' Laura was a member of the One Accord Independent Church in Gastonia. She was born on July 27, 1943, to be survived by her children: Howard Collmar (Erica), Linda Stalnaker...
Joyce Laverne Griffie
Aug 29, 2024
Joyce Laverne Griffie, 74, of Gastonia, NC, passed away August 29, 2024, at Somerset Court in Cherryville, NC.
She was born July 18, 1950, in Gaston County, NC to the late Billy and Vernie Griffie.
Joyce was a member of Taylor Memorial Baptist Church in Gastonia, NC. She graduated from Appalachian State University with a...
Patricia Diana Miller
Aug 28, 2024
Patricia Diana Miller, 60, a beautiful and loving soul who just wanted to be friends with everyone, of Gastonia, went to be with her mother, father, and brother, Gene Ragan in Heaven on August 28, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
She left behind finance, Robin Adams; sisters, Joyce Pearson, and Terry Angley of Gastonia,...
Shirley Ann Sailors
Aug 27, 2024
Shirley Ann Sailors, 83, of Gastonia, NC, passed away at her home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
She was born in Cleveland County, NC, to the late Harlie and Laler Ellis Francis.
Shirley was a member of Westwood Heights Baptist Church in Shelby, NC. She formerly attended New Hope Baptist Church in Earl, NC, where...
Shirley Marie Wise
Aug 27, 2024
Shirley Marie Wise (nee Kolberg), 84, a former Native of Cleveland, Ohio went to be with the Lord and her Angels on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024, at home and in the Arms of her Beautiful Daughter Sharline in Kings Mountain, North Carolina.
Shirley was a Strong Woman. Loving Life so much, she wanted to provide a life...
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.
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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.
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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...
