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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Christopher Tyler Patterson

Christopher Tyler Patterson

May 19, 2024

Christopher Tyler Patterson, 35, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on February 21, 1989, to Chris and Ginger Patterson.

Tyler loved his family and friends. He was a graduate from East Carolina with a Bachelor of Science degree....

Carolyn Fay Messer Mcfalls

Carolyn Fay Messer Mcfalls

May 18, 2024

Carolyn Fay Messer McFalls, 53, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024, at her residence.

A native of Gaston County, she was born June 14, 1970, to the late Franklin and Betty Messer.

Carolyn enjoyed cooking and singing Karaoke.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded by her...

Juanita Bertha Guffey Buchanan

Juanita Bertha Guffey Buchanan

May 13, 2024

Juanita Bertha Guffey Buchanan, 88, of Kings Mountain, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on May 13, 2024.

She was born September 8, 1935, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Alvoyd Guffey and Addie Mae Owens Guffey.

She had been a member of Independent Baptist Tabernacle for over 41 years....

Linda Gipson Owens

Linda Gipson Owens

May 12, 2024

Linda Gipson Owens, 72, of Gastonia, NC, went home to see her Lord on May 12, 2024, at her home with her family.

She was born in Gaston County, NC on July 22, 1951, to the late Charlie T. and Rosie Modine Gipson.

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

Betty Liles Green

Betty Liles Green

May 12, 2024

Betty Liles Green, age 84, of Lincolnton, NC, passed away peacefully on Mother's Day, May 12, 2024.

She was born March 11, 1940, in Lynchburg, Va, daughter of the late Ollie Lee Liles and Elress Clark Liles.

Betty was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She found her grace, strength, and peace in her faith...

Rosemary Cabe

Rosemary Cabe

May 10, 2024

Rosemary Cabe, 91, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away May 10, 2024, at her residence.

She was born on August 19, 1932, in Hanging Dog, NC, close to Murphy, to the late Mont and Madge Beaver.

Rosemary was a founding member of Evangel Assembly of God in Gastonia, NC, where she taught children's church for many...

Clarice "Nanny" King

Clarice "Nanny" King

May 10, 2024

Clarice "Nanny" King, 92, of Gastonia, passed away May 10, 2024, at her home.

She was born April 7, 1932, in Lincoln County, NC, to the late Paul and Hattie Stamey Brown.

Clarice was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Gastonia.  At Grace, she was a member of the Seniors Group and served on...

Kenneth R. Jones

Kenneth R. Jones

May 10, 2024

Kenneth R. Jones, 72, of Gastonia, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, with his caregiver and friend.

He was born in Monroe County, Florida on September 24, 1951, to the late Leroy and Dorothy Jones.

Kenneth was a proud Vietnam veteran, and proudly served in the United...

Rebecca "Becky" Johnson Wright

Rebecca "Becky" Johnson Wright

May 9, 2024

Rebecca "Becky" Johnson Wright, 86, of Bessemer City, passed away peacefully May 9, 2024, at The Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas.

She was born January 17, 1938, in Cleveland County, daughter of the late JL Johnson and Ethel Owens Johnson.

A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Monday, May 13, 2024, at Greene...

William "Bill" Clemouth Chaney

William "Bill" Clemouth Chaney

May 8, 2024

William "Bill" Clemouth Chaney, 86, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at White Oak Manor, Kings Mountain,

He was born December 9, 1937, of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Fred Chaney and Leota Crisp Chaney.

Bill was a member of Unity Baptist Church, and was an US Army Veteran....

Charles Gene Christenbury, Sr.

Charles Gene Christenbury, Sr.

May 8, 2024

Charles Gene Christenbury Sr., 76, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at his residence.

He was born on November 22, 1947, in York County, SC, to the late Ebbie and Zettie Christenbury,

Charles loved to golf. Watching television was his favorite thing to do. He also loved to garden and watch it...

Joe Randal "Randy" Short

Joe Randal "Randy" Short

May 6, 2024

Joe Randal "Randy" Short, 75, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Monday, May 6, 2024, at White Oak Manor.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on January 7, 1949, to the late Belle Scott.

Randy was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, he served from 1968 to 1972. He retired from...

Christopher "Red" Kyle Barrett

Christopher "Red" Kyle Barrett

May 5, 2024

Christopher "Red" Kyle Barrett, 42, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024, at his residence.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on February 9, 1982, to Sidney Barrett and Tonda Nolen.

Red loved motorcycles, cars, and music.

Red is survived by his mother, Tonda Nolen; father and stepmother, Sid...

Eddie Dewayne Adams

Eddie Dewayne Adams

May 3, 2024

Eddie Dewayne Adams, 43, of Vale, NC, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024, at his residence.

He was born July 29, 1980, in Gaston Co, NC.

Eddie was a big Dallas Cowboy fan, and loved to watch the Carolina Tarheels.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Debbie Lynn Rose.

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Robert "Bob" Shope

Robert "Bob" Shope

May 3, 2024

Robert "Bob" Shope, 73, of Dallas, NC, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024, at his residence.

He was born in Toledo, Ohio, on January 19, 1951, to Betty Shope and the late Hubert Shope.

Bob loved Ohio State football and traveled to almost every game. He loved 50's and 60's music.

In addition...

Jason Shawn Jenkins

Jason Shawn Jenkins

May 2, 2024

Jason Shawn Jenkins, 47, of Charlotte, NC, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024, at his residence.

A native of Mecklenburg County, he was born on August 8, 1976, to Lynda Jenkins and the late Lanny Jenkins.

Jason is survived by his son, Logan Jenkins; mother, Lynda Jenkins; paternal grandmother, Ruby Hartness Jenkins; brother, Ronnie Jenkins...

Brian Keith Oliver

Brian Keith Oliver

May 2, 2024

Brian Keith Oliver (54), of Smyrna SC, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024, surrounded by his daughters, and family, following a tragic accident occurring days earlier.  He put up a great & strong fight but was ready when our Lord called him home.

A native of Kings Mountain NC, Brian moved his family to Smyrna in...

Murline Rowland Mccarter

Murline Rowland Mccarter

May 1, 2024

Murline Rowland McCarter passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at the age of 83 at Caromont Medical surrounded by love.

She was born June 23, 1940, in Cherokee County, daughter of the late Noah Arthur Rowland and Marie Lance Rowland. She was preceded in death by sister Elizabeth Rowland and brother Virgil Clarence Rowland.

She...

Ricky Eugene Rimmer

Ricky Eugene Rimmer

May 1, 2024

Ricky Eugene Rimmer, 73, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at his residence.

He was born March 16, 1951, a native of Gaston Co, son of the late J.C. Rimmer and Amy Elrod Horne.

Rick was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He loved his family and was a hard-working man...

Teresa Faye Stewart

Teresa Faye Stewart

Apr 30, 2024

Teresa Faye Stewart, 65, of Bessemer City went home to be with her Lord on April 30, 2024.

She was born December 9, 1958, in Gaston County, daughter of Linda Gilleland Stewart and the late Forest Clayton Stewart Sr.

Teresa was raised going to Holland Memorial Baptist Church.

She worked at R&H Superette...

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