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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

John Carl Moran, Sr.

John Carl Moran, Sr.

Feb 17, 2024

John Carl Moran, Sr., 87, entered the presence of His Savior on February 17, 2024.

He is survived by his precious wife, Marcia Moran; 3 children, John Carl Moran, Jr., James Freeman Moran, and Joanna Moran Bazen; 7 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild.

He was a loving and loyal husband for almost 60 years, devoted...

Jerry "Steve" Stevens Gaddy, Ii

Jerry "Steve" Stevens Gaddy, Ii

Feb 16, 2024

Jerry Stevens "Steve" Gaddy, II, September 7, 1958 - February 16, 2024.

It is with deep sorrow and immense love that we mourn the passing of Jerry "Steve" Gaddy, of Gastonia, who passed away on February 16, 2024, at the age of 65. Steve was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and cherished friend to many. His...

Lisa Marie White

Lisa Marie White

Feb 15, 2024

Lisa Marie White, 54, of Lincolnton, NC, passed away at her home on February 15, 2024.

She was born July 2, 1969, in Middlesex County, New Jersey, to Elaine Gillar and the late Walter Mikoli.

Lisa was a member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Lincolnton, NC.  She was a former employee with Greene Funeral...

Michael Alexander Smothers

Michael Alexander Smothers

Feb 14, 2024

Michael Alexander Smothers, 23, of Charlotte, NC, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

He was born September 8, 2000, to Mattie Bolen and the late David Charles Smothers.

In addition to his mother, he is also survived by his brothers, Lee Bolen, Timothy Smothers, David Smothers; sisters, Crystal Barnes, Angela Smothers; numerous nieces and nephews....

Vivian Elizabeth Chandler

Vivian Elizabeth Chandler

Feb 14, 2024

Vivian Elizabeth Chandler, 68, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born in Gaston County on January 2, 1956, to the late Miles and Alma Davis.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her son, Jimmy Chandler Jr.; siblings, Clint Davis,...

Wallace "Gene" Eugene Jenkins

Wallace "Gene" Eugene Jenkins

Feb 13, 2024

Wallace Eugene "Gene" Jenkins, 85, of Lowell, NC, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at his residence.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on May 17, 1938, to the late Turner and Rosie Jenkins.

Gene worked for many years in the textile industry in the dye house.

In addition to his...

George Nelson Carroll Jr.

George Nelson Carroll Jr.

Feb 13, 2024

George Nelson Carroll Jr., 76, of Bessemer City, passed away February 13, 2024, at his home.

He was born November 18, 1947, in Cleveland County, son of the late George Nelson Carroll Sr. and Mary Sue Weaver Carroll.

He had worked for Wix Corporation for 36 years.

He loved to hunt, fish and...

Ella "Loretta" O'Neal Davis

Ella "Loretta" O'Neal Davis

Feb 13, 2024

Ella "Loretta" O'Neal Davis, 83, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center, Lincolnton, NC.

She was born June 14, 1940, in Beebe Hospital, Lewis Delaware, daughter of the late Edward J. O'Neal and Virgie Hitch O'Neal.

Loretta was a member of Assembly of God, Selbyville, Delaware. She was a...

Kristen Michelle Clark

Kristen Michelle Clark

Feb 12, 2024

On February 12, 2024, Kristen Michelle Clark of Hickory, NC passed away unexpectedly.

She was born on January 18, 1983, in Hickory NC.

Kristen loved playing basketball and volleyball and was involved with travel and high school volleyball. Shortly after receiving her GED, she became a Phlebotomist for Carolina's Medical Center in Charlotte and later...

Richard Allan Milliron

Richard Allan Milliron

Feb 12, 2024

Richard Allan Milliron, 87, of Bessemer City, passed away February 12, 2024, at his home.

He was born September 11, 1936, in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, son of the late Elvin Kenneth Milliron and Hazel Peters Zuk.

Richard retired from Hercules Inc. in Kenvil, New Jersey and from Holiday Inn Express in Kings Mountain.

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Teresa Dianne Whetstine

Teresa Dianne Whetstine

Feb 12, 2024

Teresa Dianne Whetstine, 63, of Gastonia, passed away February 12, 2024, at her mother-in-law's home.

She was born August 9, 1960, daughter of the late Luther Whitman and Joanne Whitman.

A gathering of family and friends will be held 6-8 pm Friday, February 16, 2024, at Greene Funeral Service, West Chapel, 216 Archie Whitesides Road...

Amanda Hill Greenwood

Amanda Hill Greenwood

Feb 11, 2024

Amanda Hill Greenwood, 45, of Lincolnton, NC, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024, at her residence.

She was born in Hamblen County, Tennessee, on August 9, 1978, to Arvel Hill and Dianne Jones Hill.

Amanda was a strong woman who had battled sickness for many years. She was a wonderful daughter, mother, and sister. She...

Michael Shane Carroll

Michael Shane Carroll

Feb 11, 2024

Michael Shane Carroll, 48, of Clover, SC, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024, at his residence.

He was born in Gastonia, NC, on November 2, 1975, to James and Betty Carroll.

Michael loved his family; he was so proud of his children. He would help anybody. He enjoyed working on cars, including installing stereo systems....

Freida Carpenter Marr

Freida Carpenter Marr

Feb 10, 2024

Freida Carpenter Marr, 66, of Kings Mountain, passed away February 10, 2024, at Atrium Health Cleveland Hospital in Shelby.

She was born July 30, 1957, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Billy Vance Carpenter and Martha Wright Carpenter.

Frieda was a member of South Gastonia Church of God in Gastonia.

All services...

Andre Castro, Jr.

Andre Castro, Jr.

Feb 10, 2024

Andre Castro, Jr., 59, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024, at his residence.

He was born May 8, 1964, in Bronx Co, NY, son of Andre Castro, Sr. and the late Naida Ortega.

Andre was a retired bus driver for New Jersey Transit for more than 25 years. He then worked for...

Freida Bryant Powell

Freida Bryant Powell

Feb 9, 2024

Freida Bryant Powell, 75, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on Friday, February 9, 2024, at Carolinas Healthcare System in Lincolnton.

She was born in  Gaston County on January 1, 1949 to the late Travis and Jeanette Bryant.

Freida is survived by her husband Pete Powell, sons Duane Bryant (Lori), Steve Travis, stepson...

Roy Edward Harrison, Jr.

Roy Edward Harrison, Jr.

Feb 9, 2024

Roy Edward Harrison, Jr., of Blacksburg, SC, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, at White Oak Manor in York, SC.

He was born in Gaston County, NC, on December 16, 1956, to the late Roy Edward Harrison, Sr., and Sarah Ann Bell.

Roy was a member of Sharon Free Will Baptist Church in Gastonia, NC....

Jimmy Sisk

Jimmy Sisk

Feb 8, 2024

Jimmy Sisk, 64, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024, at the Robin Johnson House, Dallas, NC.

He was born June 30, 1959, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Bobby and Carolyn Sisk.

Jimmy was a member of Landmark Baptist Church, Gastonia. He was a people-person, it was common...

Mike Clack

Mike Clack

Feb 7, 2024

Mike Clack, 70, of Grover, passed away February 7, 2024, at his home.

He was born August 25, 1953, in Cleveland County, son of the late William Matthew Clack and Estelle Dunn Clack.

Mike enjoyed drag racing and loved to go fishing with his family and friends.

A celebration of Mike's life will...

Johnny O'Neal Price

Johnny O'Neal Price

Feb 6, 2024

Johnny O'Neal Price, 64, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at his home.

He was born July 28, 1959, in Gaston County, NC, son of the late Belvie Price Jr and Hilda Faye Trimnal.

Johnny retired from Wix Filters, in Gastonia, NC.

He loved working outdoors, landscaping and building hard...

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