Obituaries

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jul 5, 2024

Howard Ray Johnson Jr., 48, of Shelby, passed away July 5, 2024, at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby.

He was born April 16, 1976, in Mecklenburg County, son of the late Howard Ray Johnson and Betty Moses Cobb.

Howard enjoyed drawing and building all types of things.

Howard is survived by his sons,...

Jul 5, 2024

Eddie Sandoval Cash, 77 of Gastonia went home to be with the Lord on July 5, 2024 at Gastonia Health and Rehab center.

Son of the late Edward Carmey and Violet Brooks Cash.

Mr. Cash was a US Marine Veteran. When able, Eddie attended Life Church and Flint Groves Baptist Church. Eddie loved repairing small...

Jul 5, 2024

Evelyn "Sue" Evans Glenn, 66, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 5, 2024, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

She was born November 21, 1957, in Danville, VA., to the late William and Janie Towler Evans.

In addition to her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her husband,...

Jul 4, 2024

Bunzie Harrison Benge, a cherished member of the Gastonia community, sadly passed away on July 4, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on April 5, 1946, in Copperhill TN.  Bunzie was a loving grandmother to her grandson, Kyle Worthy. She was also survived by her son in law, Randy Murphy and many nieces and nephews.

Known...

Jul 4, 2024

Psalm 31: 23 - 24

Claire Jolene Barnes Carswell - Born October 25, 1934 in Gaston County. Died July 4, 2024.

Daughter of the late Fannie Gibson Barnes and Ernest Meek Barnes. Wife of the late Richard Damual Carswell. She married her late husband of many years on September 5, 1954. She was also preceded...

Jul 3, 2024

Denise Michelle Glasgow, 61, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away on July 3, 2024. She was born on December 12, 1962, and was known for her love of shag dancing, shopping, and spending time with her family, especially her grandson, Grayson. Denise had a green thumb and took pleasure in planting flowers and tending to her garden.

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Jul 1, 2024

Diane Downey, 78, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away July 1, 2024, at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas, NC. She was born November 25, 1945, in Gaston County, NC, to the late Steve Biddix and Margaret Pennington James.

She was a member of First Assembly of God in Gastonia. In addition to Jesus, Diane loved her...

Jul 1, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joan Elizabeth Ball, beloved mother, sister, and friend. Born on February 23, 1948, in North Carolina, Joan peacefully departed this world on July 1, 2024, at Belaire Heath Care, Gastonia, NC.

Throughout her life, Joan was known for her kind and compassionate spirit, always willing to...

Jul 1, 2024

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Connie Ruth Busler, a beloved mother and esteemed member of the Belmont community. Connie was born on August 2, 1946, in North Carolina, and peacefully departed from this world on July 1, 2024, at her residence in Belmont, NC.

As a dedicated transcriptionist at the Gastonia...