Obituaries

Feb 4, 2024

David Wayne Harris, 56, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Atrium Health Cleveland, Shelby, NC.

He was born October 2, 1967, in Gaston Co, NC, son of Nancy Hanna Bishop and the late Billy Harris.

David was a member of Faith Baptist Church, Gastonia. He was a former employee with Wix...

Feb 3, 2024

Anita Messer Blake, 56, of High Shoals, NC, passed away February 3, 2024, at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC.

She was born January 2, 1968, in Gaston County, she was the daughter of the late Reeves Boone Messer and Jean Price Wilson.

Anita was a sweet, kind, caring and giving person. She had an...

Feb 2, 2024

Billy Harmon Davis, Sr., age 86, of South Gastonia passed away Friday, February 2, 2024.

He was born June 11, 1937, in Old Fort, North Carolina before moving to Gastonia as a young boy. He remained a proud resident of South Gastonia for the rest of his life. He is preceded in death by his father Harvey...

Feb 2, 2024

Talmadge Steven Watts, 75, of Clover, SC, passed away February 2, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

He was born January 4, 1949, in Spartanburg County, SC, son of the late Talmadge Coolidge Watts and Eloise Blackwood Watts.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Sandra Wilson, Louise Bryson,...

Feb 2, 2024

Linda Money Crisp, 80, of Gastonia, passed away on her birthday, Friday, February 2, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.

She was born February 2, 1944, in Grayson County, VA, to the late Paul and Nellie Bartley Money.

Linda was a great mother.  She worked hard to support her two daughters without...

Feb 1, 2024

Lena Mae Green Miller, 76, of Gastonia, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.

She was born December 5, 1947, in Graham County, North Carolina, to the late Luther and Bertha Green.

Lena was the most generous, kind, loving individual you will ever meet.  She adored her family...

Feb 1, 2024

Meagan Goins completed her journey on this earth on February 1st, 2024. She loved her family with all her heart and was proud to be a part of it. Meagan was an adventurer, a woman of nature, and had a deep connection to the mountains and anything outdoors. She lived loud and wasn't afraid of challenges. Meagan was empathetic...

Feb 1, 2024

Dorothy Warren Williams, 82, of Dallas, NC, passed away at her home on February 1, 2024.

Dorothy was a member of Loray Baptist Church in Gastonia.  She was past president of the Dallas Woman's Club.  She served on the Arbitration Board of the North Carolina State Credit Union.  Dorothy "Dot" was deputized as a deputy for Dwight...

Jan 29, 2024

Kathleen Walter Jonas, 77, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, January 29, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born in Beltsville, Maryland, on July 9, 1946, to the late Henry and Jessie Walter.

Kathleen was a devoted, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She was an exceptional registered nurse who loved her patients...

Jan 28, 2024

Valerie Russett Forbes, 70, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born in Addison County, Vermont, on November 27, 1953, to the late Harvey and Ann Russett.

Valerie was a member of IATSE local 322 of Charlotte, NC.

In addition to her parents, she...

Jan 28, 2024

J effrey "Dinkie" Moses, 59, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024, at his residence.

A native of Gaston County, NC, he was born on December 13, 1964, to the late Lloyd and Connie Moses.

Jeff enjoyed fishing, sports, and was an avid NASCAR fan. Most of all he loved his family and...

Jan 28, 2024

Scottie Eugene Long, 57, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024, at his residence.

He was born June 16, 1966, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of Charles and Patsy Long.

Scottie was an Earnhart fan, loved NASCAR, motorcycles and dirt racing. He even met his wife at the racetrack. Scottie was...

Jan 27, 2024

Paul Brian Lowery, 67, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024, at his residence.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on June 26, 1956, to the late Paul and Carolyn Lowery.

Paul loved rock-n-roll and Johnny Cash. He enjoyed fishing at both the lake and river.

In addition to...

Jan 26, 2024

Carroll "Sam" Henry, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

He was born on July 11, 1953, in Sevier County, Tennessee, to the late Stanley and Cecile Henry.

Sam served in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and working outside. He loved his family and his fur...

Jan 25, 2024

Margaret Burr Palmeri, 84, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024, at her residence.

She was born in Gaston County on June 12, 1939, to the late Duncan and Lucile Burr.

Margaret was a United States Army veteran serving in Germany. She was a National Senior Games participant, receiving many medals. Margaret was...

Jan 25, 2024

Bessemer City-Catherine H Ross, 96

Loving wife, mother, grandmother, and school teacher

Mrs. Catherine H. Ross was a native of Iredell County, NC and grew up in the community of Scotts. She was the daughter of the late Maude (Rhyne) and William Earnest Hunter. She was sister to the late William Hunter of Mooresville and...

Jan 25, 2024

Jerry Gardner, 83, of Bessemer City, North Carolina, passed away on January 25, 2024. Born on August 8, 1940, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Jerry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Jerry's foremost passion in life was to share the Gospel of Christ to help others prepare for the coming of the Lord. He found joy...

Jan 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Steven McCoy Stewart aka "Stump" or "Stumpy"

January 30,1954 - January 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven McCoy Stewart, affectionately known as "Stump" or "Stumpy," aged 69, on January 24, 2024, due to complications from cirrhosis and kidney failure. He was a vibrant...

Jan 24, 2024

John Malcolm Jones, 77, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

He was born September 21, 1946, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Lonnie E. Jones and Thelma J. Hope.

John was a member of Independent Baptist Tabernacle for 31 years, where he...

Jan 23, 2024

Roger Odell McClure, 71, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on December 28, 1952, to the late Jesse and Ollie McClure.

Roger worked as a computer programmer in manufacturing for many years. He loved the mountains and helping others....