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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas
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
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
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
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. Â At Grace, she was a member of the Seniors Group and served on...
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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. Â 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
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
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
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...
Angela Kay Smarr
Apr 30, 2024
Angela Kay Smarr, 44, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Atrium Health – Union.
She was born in Columbus, Ohio, on June 28, 1979, to the late William Williams and Tina Sapp.
Angela was a member of West Franklin Spirit of Life Church in Gastonia.
In addition to...
Zachary Lee Hilton
Apr 29, 2024
Zachary Lee Hilton, 32, of Lowell, NC, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Mecklenburg County on November 6, 1991, to Charlie Lee Hilton and Lisa Carrigan.
Zachary was a devoted father to Baleigh Grace.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Terry "Jughead"...
Barbara Jackson Crisp
Apr 28, 2024
Barbara Jackson Crisp, 57, passed away April 28, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
She was born July 14, 1966, raised in Florida, daughter of Carol Jackson and Wesley Jackson.
Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Randy Faron Crisp, together 32 years before he passed away.
She worked for Food...
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