Brenda Joyce Messer
Jul 16, 2024
Brenda Joyce Messer, the spirited dog lover and self-employed dog groomer, passed away at her home in Gastonia, NC on July 16, 2024. Born in South Carolina on December 30, 1952, Brenda leaves behind her beloved daughter, Jennie Messer; son, Randy Messer (Pam); special, nephew Billy Haas (Stephanie); grandchildren, Meagan Mata (Jared) and Makayla Norwood; great grandchildren, Macy Hart,...
Kathy Annette Treece
Jul 15, 2024
Kathy Annette Treece, 64, of Gastonia, NC, passed away July 15, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
She was born September 3, 1959, a native of Gaston Co, NC, to the late Dorothy and Vernon Treece.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Dottie Camby; and niece, Kalee...
Mary Elizabeth Hibberts
Jul 15, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Hibberts, 64, of Clover, SC passed away on July 15, 2024, at her home. Born on December 25, 1959, in Philadelphia, PA, Mary was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to many.
Mary was a talented crafter who found joy in painting and sewing. Her creative spirit was evident in everything she touched. As a...
Robert John Forman
Jul 14, 2024
We are sad to announce the passing of Robert John Forman, who was born on September 5, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He peacefully left this world on July 14, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
Robert, known to his friends as Bob, was a hardworking man in the road construction industry, where he served as a...
Herbert James Mcgruther
Jul 14, 2024
Herbert James "Jim" McGruther, a proud Navy veteran who served during the Vietnam War, passed away on July 14, 2024, in Lowell, NC at the age of 84. Jim was born on March 5, 1940, in Chippewa, Michigan.
Having embarked on a career as a long-haul truck driver, Jim crisscrossed the country, witnessing the changing landscapes and...
Charles Ruben Mason
Jul 14, 2024
Charles Ruben Mason, of Gastonia, NC, passed away in the arms of Jesus peacefully at home on July 14, 2024. Born on August 16, 1939, in North Carolina, Charles was a retired proud machinist at Mason's Bar Turning and a dedicated member of Faith and Praise Assembly. He had a love for fishing, reading his Bible, teaching God's word,...
Dawn Ann Lovas
Jul 14, 2024
Dawn Ann Lovas, beloved mother, sister and grandmother passed away peacefully on July 14, 2024, at the age of 78. Born in St. Paul, MN, on May 5, 1946, Dawn was the daughter of June Febanske.
In 1967, Dawn married Anton 'Tony' Lovas and they moved from Milwaukee to East Troy where they raised their family. Together...
Lawson Penner
Jul 13, 2024
Lawson Penner, 76, of Gastonia, NC, passed away on July 13, 2024. He was born on January 16, 1948, in Gaston County, North Carolina.
Lawson was a down-to-earth man who found joy in the simple things in life. He was an US army veteran. He loved spending his days fishing, watching classic western shows like Bonanza and...
Vanessa Lynn Mapp-Gaither
Jul 12, 2024
In loving memory of Vanessa Mapp-Gaither. Daughter of the late Elwood Lee Mapp and Louise Sheila Brantley. Vanessa was born in Philadelphia, PA. She married in 1985 for twenty years and from that union two wonderful sons, Neil Small Jr. and Khalil Small. She resided in Sicklerville, NJ.
Vanessa accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior...
Brandie Nicole Mcalister
Jul 12, 2024
Brandie Nicole McAlister, beloved daughter, mother, and friend, passed away on July 12, 2024. Born on January 20, 1986, in Charlotte, NC, Brandie brought immense joy and compassion to all who knew her.
Brandie's life was defined by her love for her family, friends, and her two children, Jacen and Addison. Her warm and generous spirit touched...
Tammy Darlene Marr Stein
Jul 12, 2024
Tammy Darlene Marr Stein, a true free spirit who lived life with passion and purpose, passed away on July 12, 2024, at the age of 60, in her hometown of Gastonia, NC. She was known for her love of nature and adventure, working as a landscaper in the summer and a ski instructor in the winter. Born on November...
Cathy Jane Mccurry
Jul 11, 2024
Cathy Jane McCurry, born on September 28, 1965, in North Carolina, passed away on July 11, 2024, in her hometown of Lincolnton, NC at the age of 58. She was a beloved daughter, mother, and friend to many. Cathy had a talent for playing the guitar, teaching herself to strum and pluck the strings with a natural grace.
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Michael Calvin Hughes
Jul 11, 2024
Michael Calvin Hughes, 76, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Wendover Height Hospice House, Shelby.
He was born November 5, 1947, a native of Cleveland Co, NC, son of the late Calvin and Ruth Lanier Hughes.
Michael was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, baseball, and had a love...
David Leroy Brown
Jul 10, 2024
David Leroy Brown, 71, of Lincolnton, NC, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center, Hickory.
He was born February 12, 1953, in Davidson Co, NC, son of the late Roy Wilson and Pat Wilson.
David was a member of Blazin' Trails Cowboy Church. He loved detailing and rebuilding cars. He was...
Bobby Gene Dulin
Jul 9, 2024
Bobby Gene Dulin, 84, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away July 9, 2024, at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas, NC.
He was born August 31, 1939, in Gaston County, NC, to the late Knox and Myrtle Medlin Dulin.
Bobby was a US Air Force Veteran. He also retired from Burlington Industries after 37 years...
Bonnie Bumgardner Huffstetler
Jul 8, 2024
Bonnie Bumgardner Huffstetler of Kings Mountain age 74 years passed away this morning 07-08-2024 at her home. Born: 08-18-1949 in Kings Mountain, NC. She was a member of Cherokee Street Baptist Church in Kings Mountain since 1997, where she was the Sunday School Superintendent for many years. Retired after 30 years from Bullard Electronics, was an avid reader and...
Robert Mark Brown
Jul 7, 2024
Robert Mark Brown, 59, of Gastonia, passed away peacefully at his home on July 7, 2024.
He was born in Gaston County, NC on January 29, 1965, to Robert Eugene Brown and to the late Vivian Diane Brown.
Robert was a huge Carolina Panther and Carolina Tarheel fan. Robert also loved cars. He especially loved...
William Eugene Welch
Jul 7, 2024
William "Billy" Eugene Welch, 45, of Taylors, SC, went to his eternal home July 7, 2024, at his home.
Billy was born October 1, 1978, in Gaston County.
Billy graduated from Hunter Huss High School. He was employed with Aramark at Bob Jones University in Greenville, SC. He had instilled in him to be a...
Ben Gordon Arrowood
Jul 6, 2024
Ben Gordon "BG" Arrowood, 94, passed away on July 6, 2024, at his residence in Ranlo, NC.
He was born July 19, 1929, in Rutherford County, NC, to the late Ben Joseph and Ollie Head Arrowood.
Ben was a US Army veteran, a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the United Veterans...
Tony Charles Pearson
Jul 5, 2024
Tony Charles Pearson, age 63, passed away on July 5, 2024. at his residence
Tony spent most of his years working at various manufacturing jobs. He loved to watch football and was a die hard patriot fan. In his younger years he was a body builder and dedicated gym rat. He also enjoyed working on computers and...
