Patsy Ruth Alexander
Jan 9, 2024
Patsy Ruth Alexander, 94, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at Atrium Health Cleveland, Shelby, NC.
She was born December 21, 1929, in Gaston Co, NC, daughter of the late Lawrence Ewing and Estelle Traywick Herrin.
Patsy was a lifelong member of Goshen Presbyterian Church, Belmont, NC, where she was the...
Charles "Charlie" Griffie
Jan 9, 2024
Charles "Charlie" Griffie, 83, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at Highland Heights Health and Rehabilitation, Gastonia.
He was born February 29, 1940, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Marshall and Jessie Griffie.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Griffie;...
James "Butch" Ray Steele
Jan 8, 2024
James "Butch" Ray Steele, 80, of Gastonia, passed away January 8, 2024, at Belaire Health Care Center in Gastonia.
He was born November 29, 1943, in Gaston County, son of the late James Wesley Steele and Virginia Thomas Steele.
James was always found hunting or fishing. He loved spending time with his friends at the...
Elizabeth "Beth" Gay Sanders
Jan 8, 2024
Elizabeth "Beth" Gay Sanders, 52, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
She was born on May 14, 1971, in Gaston County to the late Bou and Saundra Picklesimer Sanders.
Beth retired from the Gaston County Sheriff's Office in September of 2023 with 25 years of service.
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James Edward Whitener
Jan 7, 2024
James Edward Whitener, 83, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Belaire Healthcare Center.
He was born October 22, 1940, in Clover, SC, to the late Robert and Elizabeth Whitener.
James was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene. He was also a member of the Ham Radio Amateur Club....
George E. Miller
Jan 7, 2024
George E. Miller, 83, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, at his residence.
He was born August 12, 1940, in Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Jack Miller and Vina Fields.
George retired from FMC after 35 years of service. He was the owner and operator of Millers Transmission.
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Shelba "Jean" Bailey
Jan 7, 2024
Shelba "Jean" Bailey, 84, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, at her residence.
She was born July 20, 1939, in Lincoln Co, NC, daughter of the late Lloyd Canipe and Martha Sneed.
Jean was an avid race car enthusiast, and loved Dale Earnhardt, Jr., and Dale Earnhardt, Sr. She adored her grandchildren,...
Freddie June Walker
Jan 7, 2024
Freddie June Anderson Walker, 92, of Clover, SC, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024.
She was born August 18, 1931, to the late Fred Owens and Viola Anderson Owens.
Freddie was a member of The Refuge – Lake Wylie. She was a writer and entertained the family with her stories. She also played guitar and...
Catherine Bingham
Jan 6, 2024
Catherine Bingham "Cat", 79, of Gastonia, passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer on  Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
She was born in Gaston County, NC on March 17, 1944, to the late Gordon R. Bingham and Ruby Bingham Wilson.
Cat loved the Lord with all of her...
Harry Ligon Harbin
Jan 6, 2024
Harry Ligon Harbin, 92, of Gastonia, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
He was born in Anderson County, SC on February 23, 1931, to the late W. W. and Martha Harbin.
Mr. Harbin was a former member of First Baptist Church of Belmont. He was also a member...
Patricia Gail Spencer
Jan 6, 2024
Patricia Gail Spencer, 72, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.
She was born December 17, 1951, a native of Gaston Co, NC, daughter of the late Oscar and Martha Howard.
Patricia was a generous and giving woman to anyone in need. She was a true sweetheart....
Victor Albert Willis
Jan 4, 2024
Victor Albert Willis, 70, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Brookdale Senior Living on Robinwood Road.
He was born in Gaston County, on September 13, 1953, to the late Earl and Mary Willis.
Victor was the past Master of King Solomon Lodge #704 AF&AM in 1980. He was also the secretary...
Anthony Scott Wooley
Jan 3, 2024
Anthony Scott Wooley, 62 of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday January 3,2024, at Caromont Regional Hospital. He was born in Gaston County on September 9,1961 to the late Joe Wooley and Carolyn Broom Wooley Jordan.
Scott is survived by his brother John and his wife Frances Jordan of Clover SC. Nephew's Steve and wife Kasey of Lincolnton,...
Lewis Anthony Evansek
Jan 3, 2024
Lewis Anthony Evansek, 61, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on May 14, 1962, to Nancy Evansek and the late Peter Evansek.
Lewis enjoyed shooting pool, playing disc golf, watching the Steelers play, and cooking. He was an avid craftsman. He...
Tony Vernon Brooks
Jan 3, 2024
Tony Vernon Brooks, 57, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at his residence.
A native of Gaston County, he was born on November 21, 1966, to the late Randy and Ruth Brooks.
Tony never met a stranger, he loved to help people any way he could. He loved his family and friends....
Frank Martin Crisp
Jan 2, 2024
Frank Martin Crisp, 100, of Gastonia, passed away January 2, 2024, at Atrium Health Kings Mountain Hospital.
He was born December 31, 1923, in Clay County, NC, son of the late Orville Crisp and Candace Burchfield Crisp.
Frank was a member of Chapel Grove Baptist Church in Gastonia.
He was a WWII Marine...
John Wright Reynolds
Jan 2, 2024
John Wright Reynolds, 92, of Hickory, NC, passed away on January 2, 2024, in Caromont Regional Medical Center, in Gastonia, after months of declining health.
John was born on May 22, 1931, in Coshocton, Ohio, to Harlan B. Reynolds and Lucille B. (Wright) Reynolds. He was a 1949 graduate of Warsaw High School, in Warsaw, Ohio. He...
Gene Frank Catlin
Jan 1, 2024
Gene Frank Catlin, 73, of Lincolnton, NC, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
He was born in Binghamton, NY, on June 20, 1950, to the late Francis and Laura Catlin. Gene was one of six children born to Francis and Laura Catlin.
Gene retired from Freightliner in Gastonia....
Michael "Mike" Gibby
Jan 1, 2024
Michael "Mike" Gibby, 50, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at his residence.
He was born January 13, 1973, a native of Gaston Co, NC.
Mike was a finance manager at Gastonia Nissan.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Tommy Gibby; and Nanney, Juanita Gibby.
Mike...
