Obituaries

Aug 8, 2024

Kristin Paige Greene, a true lover of the outdoors and ATV enthusiast, passed away on August 8, 2024, in Gastonia, North Carolina. Born on March 18, 1998, to her father Ronnie Greene, Jr. and her late mother Angel Blair Woods. In addition to her father Ronnie and his wife Gina, Kristin will be dearly missed by her surviving grandparents,...

Aug 8, 2024

Charles Ray Mayhue, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on August 8, 2024, at the age of 77 in Gastonia, North Carolina.

Born on January 14, 1947, Charles was a hardworking laborer in the scrap metal industry, dedicating his life to providing for his family.  He loved music and played bass guitar with the...

Aug 7, 2024

Samuel "Sam" Andrew Parham, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 7, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. Born on November 17, 1960, Sam, as he was fondly known to friends, was a proud American citizen and had a passion for fishing, hunting, and tending to his vegetable garden. He was always ready to...

Aug 7, 2024

Gerlinde "Linda" Wehner Yackeren, of Belmont, NC, passed away on August 7, 2024, at the age of 81. She was born on November 12, 1942, in Bad Kissingen, Germany.

Linda was a beloved mother to her son Daniel Yackeren; grandchildren, Tyler Yackeren, Brinna Fisher (Kaleb), and Halle Yackeren; great grandchildren, Lawson Yackeren, Layton Yackeren, and Keagan Fisher;...

Aug 6, 2024

Richard Lane Glenn, 47, of Gastonia, passed away Tuesday, August 6th, 2024.

He was the son of the late Rocky Lane and Sadie Mae Sanders.

Richard loved his family and being a pawpaw to his 2 granddaughters more than anything and spent his days making memories with his two granddaughters and his daughter. Richard enjoyed...

Aug 6, 2024

Patsy "Pat" Brown May, age 73, sadly left us on August 6, 2024.

Pat lived in Gastonia where she was born and raised.

Pat is preceded in death by her father, Willie; and mother, Florence Brown; brothers, John, Ray, Tom, and Bill; sisters, Evelyn, Sue, and Dot.

Pat is survived by her sister,...

Aug 5, 2024

Ted Jennings Huffstetler, 86, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, August 5, 2024, at Stanley Total Living Center, Stanley, NC.

He was born April 30, 1938, in Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Clyde and Thelma Huffstetler.

Ted was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was proud of his educational accomplishments; he...

Aug 4, 2024

Douglas Lee Sawyer (70), Dallas, NC, left this earth on Sunday August 4, 2024, at 10:10 pm.

Doug was born on July 16, 1954, to Paul Sawyer and Alma Crisp in Gastonia, NC.

Doug had a profound love for Christ. He spent 50 years relentlessly studying his Bible. At the age of 20 he accepted...

Aug 4, 2024

Deborah Leigh Cowan, age 71, of Charlotte passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024.  She was born in Asheville, N.C., daughter of the late Wallace and Nancy Cowan.  She graduated from South Mecklenburg High School and received a Bachelor of Music degree from Winthrop University.

Debby worked as a Finance Analyst for Bank of America for 37...

Aug 4, 2024

Martha Morgan Pasour went to her heavenly home on August 4, 2024. She was a loving wife and mother and community member. Martha Marion Morgan was born on August 28, 1942, to the late George David Morgan and Devere Bigham Morgan in Chester South Carolina.

She lived in numerous places in North and South Carolina during her...

Aug 2, 2024

The Atkinson family sadly announce the death of Steven Warren Atkinson of Rock Hill, SC.   Steven passed away in his home at the age of 70 on August 2, 2024.  Steven  was born in Salem, NJ,  on July 18, 1954 to the late Robert Saul Atkinson and Mavis Lorna Atkinson.

Survived by his family are his spouse,...

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...

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,...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...