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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Patricia Ann Darby

Patricia Ann Darby

Apr 11, 2024

Patricia Ann Darby, 62, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024, at The Ivy in Gastonia.

She was born in Oswego County, New York, on August 14, 1961, to the late Martin and Karen Petrie.

Patricia was a member of Evangel Assembly of God. She loved spending time with her family, especially the...

Virginia Lois Gallant

Virginia Lois Gallant

Apr 11, 2024

Virginia Lois Gallant, 90, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Northside Hospital Cherokee, Canton, GA.

She was born in Stephens Co, GA, daughter of the late Robert Clyde Franks and Roselene Ramsey Franks.

Virginia was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church.

In addition to her parents, she was...

David "Dawg" Paysour

David "Dawg" Paysour

Apr 11, 2024

David "Dawg" Paysour Sr, 41, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on September 15, 1982, to the late Elizabeth Hardin Cathey.

David is also preceded in death by his aunt, Patricia McGee; and his uncle, David...

Eric Randolph Mitchell

Eric Randolph Mitchell

Apr 11, 2024

Eric Randolph Mitchell, 60, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024, at his sister's home.

He was born January 3, 1964, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of Patricia Coleman Mitchell and the late Terriel Mitchell, Sr.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Kim Pike....

Jill Robertson

Jill Robertson

Apr 10, 2024

Jill Robertson of Gastonia, NC went home to be with our Heavenly Father the evening of Wednesday, April 10 in the year of our Lord 2024.  She was 69 years old.

Born October 1, 1954, to Vernon and Mary Haynes, Jill was the third of their four children.  She was an energetic, especially bright, popular kid, and...

Richard Delfont Hoover, Jr.

Richard Delfont Hoover, Jr.

Apr 8, 2024

Richard Delfont Hoover Jr., 63, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 8, 2024, at his residence.

He was born in Broome County, New York, on January 19, 1961, to the late Richard and Genevieve Hoover.

Richard was a charter member of Providence Presbyterian Church, where he served as a deacon, usher,...

John Stephen Turlington, Jr.

John Stephen Turlington, Jr.

Apr 8, 2024

John Stephen Turlington, Jr. 54, of Gastonia, NC, went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 8, 2024, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte.

He was born July 11, 1969, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late John Stephen Turlington, Sr. and Mary Sprott Turlington.

John had a big heart, and...

Franklin James Butler

Franklin James Butler

Apr 7, 2024

Franklin James Butler, 79, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Cardinal Health Care in Lincolnton.

He was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on December 11, 1944, to the late James and Julie Butler.

Franklin was a member of Fraley Memorial Baptist Church. He was also a Mason and a Shriner. He enjoyed...

Nora Lee Johnson

Nora Lee Johnson

Apr 6, 2024

Nora Lee Johnson, 81, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born on September 23, 1942, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late Carl and Minnie Johnson.

Nora was a member of Myrtle Methodist Church in Gastonia. She enjoyed animals and being outdoors. She liked to walk...

John David Carver

John David Carver

Apr 6, 2024

John David Carver, 72, of Kings Mountain, passed away April 6, 2024, at his home.

He was born September 14, 1951, in Davidson County, NC, son of the late J.D. Carver and Eva Watkins Carver.

John enjoyed taking long car rides and viewing the scenery. He owned his own cleaning service up until his retirement....

Roberta "Bert" Priest Greene

Roberta "Bert" Priest Greene

Apr 6, 2024

Roberta "Bert" Priest Greene, 73, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, at her residence.

She was born in Dillon County, SC, on April 1, 1951, to the late George Owens, Jr. and Carletha Priest Owens.

Roberta was of the Baptist faith and had a servant's heart.  She loved her family, friends, and...

Frank Berkley

Frank Berkley

Apr 6, 2024

Frank Berkley, 76, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Polk County, Iowa, on September 7, 1947, to the late Joseph and Katherine Berkley.

He was a Father, Grandfather, Great-grandfather, friend, auctioneer, businessman, member of the Air Force, but the thing he was most...

Kimberly Dawn Reed

Kimberly Dawn Reed

Apr 4, 2024

Kimberly Dawn Reed, 49, of Clover, SC, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024, at her residence.

She was born on September 4, 1974, to Bobbie Jean Smith and the late Phillip Lingerfelt.

Kimberly had the biggest heart ever. Her grandchildren were her world.

In addition to her father, she was also preceded in...

Tony Ray Hooper

Tony Ray Hooper

Apr 3, 2024

Tony Ray Hooper, 70, of Dallas, NC, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Lincoln Rehab.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on November 9, 1953, to the late Lewis and Myrtle Hooper.

Tony is survived by his siblings, Calvin Hooper and wife Judy, Carolyn Hamrick, and husband Ray, Kenny Hooper and wife...

Lucille Farmer Stines

Lucille Farmer Stines

Apr 1, 2024

Lucille Farmer Stines, 93, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, April 1, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born August 1, 1930, in Clover, SC, to the late Viola Deas Farmer and Thomas Pralo Farmer.

She enjoyed gardening and loved gospel music. She also loved spending time with her family and friends. She...

Donald "Don" Fugate

Donald "Don" Fugate

Apr 1, 2024

Donald "Don" Fugate, 76, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, April 1, 2024, at his residence.

He was born in Wise County, Virginia on May 10, 1947, to the late Howard and Montana Fugate.

Don was a member of Union Road Church of God and had also attended South Gastonia Church of God. He was...

Nora Kay Bradley Earnhardt

Nora Kay Bradley Earnhardt

Apr 1, 2024

Nora Kay Bradley Earnhardt, 60, of Dallas, passed away April 1, 2024, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas.

She was born July 1, 1963, in Gaston County, to the late Harry Clint Bradley and Bertha Elizabeth Seagle Bradley.

In addition to her parents, Nora was preceded in death by two sisters, Elaine Christopher,...

Rodney Charles Garrett

Rodney Charles Garrett

Mar 29, 2024

Rodney Charles Garrett, 76, of Hickory, NC, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on December 2, 1947, to the late J.L. and Mary Garrett.

Rodney was an avid golfer. He loved coffee. He loved western tv shows, especially Gunsmoke. He was a...

Linda "Winky" Walker

Linda "Winky" Walker

Mar 29, 2024

Linda "Winky" Walker, 53, of Shelby, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024, at her residence.

She was born November 28, 1970, in Lincoln County, NC, and was preceded in death by her father, Jesse J. Smith; and her mother and stepfather, Belinda K. and Billy D. Bates.

Winky loved her dogs.

She was...

Linda Gail Webb

Linda Gail Webb

Mar 26, 2024

Linda Gail Webb, 71, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Peak Resources, Gastonia.

She was born December 15, 1952, daughter of the late JW and Edith Webb.

Linda is survived by her sons, Brandon Joel Taylor, and Jimmy Dallas Taylor; daughter, Kimberly Taylor; brother, Jimmy Webb; grandchildren, Amanda and Holden; and...

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