Obituaries

Nov 16, 2023

Bobby Dean Perkins, 84, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Belaire Health Care in Gastonia.

He was born on October 31, 1939.  A native of Gaston County, he was the son of the late Bud and Lib Perkins.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents,...

Nov 15, 2023

Patricia Elaine (Robinson) Penley, 69, of Hickory Grove, SC, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, SC.

She was born in Gaston County, NC, on November 15, 1954, to the late Grady and Margaret Robinson.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sister,...

Nov 15, 2023

Joan "Frog" Jumper, 53, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at her residence.

She was born August 27, 1970, in Jackson Co, NC, daughter of the late Joan P Draper and Azure Jumper.

Joan was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother. Her loving family will miss her greatly.

In...

Nov 13, 2023

Joyce Russell 89, of Kings Mountain, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023, at her home in Kings Mountain. She was born in Mint Hill Nc on January 11th, 1934., to the late Sameul Tarleton and Mary Tarleton.

Joyce was a loving mother and grandmother. She loved the Lord. She was always selfless; she was all about her...

Nov 12, 2023

Charles "Charlie" Horn, 68, of Stanley, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023, at his residence.

He was born July 25, 1955, in Nassau Co, NY, son of the late Arthur Horn, Jr. and Marion Schmidt Horn.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Linda Horn; daughter, Emily; brother, Arthur Horn and wife Agnes; sisters, Kathie Lendle,...

Nov 12, 2023

Martha "Joann" Simpson, 76, of Gastonia, passed away November 12, 2023, at The Greens of Gastonia.

'Joann' was preceded in death by her best friend and companions Judy and Freddie Odom, and her spoiled sweet pupper Tinkerbell, whom she loved immeasurably.

She is survived by her son Dean Simpson, and her grandsons-by-choice Christopher and Brian...

Nov 11, 2023

Keith (Keybo) Alan Martin, 36 of Gastonia, passed away on November 11, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

He was born January 28, 1987, in Gaston County, son of Kenneth Martin, and the late Jean Holland.

Keybo is survived by his father, Kenny; sisters, Michelle Holland (Brandon Worthy), Ashley Stone (Ricky), daughter, Addison;...

Nov 10, 2023

Donald Ray Cook, 49, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023.

He was born January 3, 1974, a native of Cleveland Co, NC, son of Doodle Medford Cook and the late Johnny Cook.

In addition to his mother, Donald is survived by his sons, Donald Cook, Jr., Dustin Cook, and Dylan Cook....

Nov 10, 2023

Charles Tarleton 76, of Charlotte Nc, passed away Friday, November 10th, 2023, at Atrium Health of Charlotte. He was born in Mint Hill Nc, on November 8th, 1947, to the late Sameul Tarleton and Mary Tarleton.

Charles was a loving Brother he was all about family, He loved ace cars and hunting. In addition to his parents,...

Nov 10, 2023

Justin "J.P." Perkins, Sr., 32, of Gastonia, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023.

J.P. was born June 30, 1991, in Gaston County, NC, to Michael Perkins and Tammy Begley.

J.P. enjoyed listening to music and playing cards.  As a child, he enjoyed skating.  One of his favorite sayings was, "I'm gonna be just like my...

Nov 10, 2023

Myrtice Faye James, 83, of Kings Mountain, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023, at Atrium in Shelby.

She was born in South Carolina on March 1, 1940, to the late James and Marie McPeters.

Myrtice was a loving mother and grandmother. She loved the Lord and attended Dallas Church of God. She was always selfless;...

Nov 10, 2023

Donald Eugene Hart, 38, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023, at his residence.

He was born January 7, 1985, a native of Gaston Co, NC.

Donnie loved and was devoted to his family. He was proud of being an electrician lineman, and enjoyed his music and skin art.

He was...

Nov 9, 2023

Patricia Ann Robbins, 84, of Gastonia, NC, went to her heavenly home on November 9, 2023.

She was born July 15, 1939, in Gaston County to the late George and Gladys Harstin.

Pat was a faithful member of the Yorkwood Church of God for nearly 50 years, where she sang with her children (Derek and...

Nov 9, 2023

Jerry Lee Grindle, 73, of Gastonia, NC, passed away November 9, 2023, at Peak Resources in Cherryville, NC.

A native of Gaston County, he was born March 31, 1950, to the late James Claude and Dorothy Lee Grindle.

Jerry was a member of Midview Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. He enjoyed gardening and being outdoors....

Nov 8, 2023

Brenda Faye Pendleton, 64, of Gastonia, passed away November 8, 2023, at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte.

A Gaston County native, she was born January 17, 1959, daughter of the late Everette and Rachel Pendleton.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her great-granddaughter, Sariah Lytton; sister, Tammie Teague; brother, Neil Pendleton;...

Nov 8, 2023

Glenna Buchanan Dellinger, 80, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born April 1, 1943, in Yancey Co, NC, daughter of the late Sam and Bertie Robinson Buchanan.

Glenna loved to read, to garden, and to shop.

In addition to her parents, she was...

Nov 7, 2023

Charles "Tot" Tillman Usery, 98, of Lowell, NC, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at his residence.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on November 18, 1924, to the late Brodus and Emma Usery.

Charles was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served during WWII. He was the oldest living veteran in...

Nov 6, 2023

Ralph Lloyd Watkins Jr. 69 of Kings Mountain, North Carolina passed away peacefully on November 6th, 2023, at Wendover Hospice House Shelby, North Carolina surrounded by his beloved family after experiencing a sudden illness and a recent diagnosis of blastoid mantle cell cancer on September 25th of 2023.

Ralph Jr. was born on September 21st, 1954, to...

Nov 5, 2023

Beverly "Buffy" Pennington Welborne, 52, of Charlotte, NC, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Mercy Hospital.

She was born January 13, 1971, in Gaston County, to Stephanie Marlene Pennington and the late Johnny Ray Pennington.

Buffy taught for more than 25 years at Lake Wylie Elementary School. She had a great love for her...

Nov 5, 2023

Laura Puett, 42, of Belmont, NC, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Robin Johnson House in Dallas, NC.

She was born on January 7, 1981, in Summit County, Ohio, to the late Barry and Sherry Puett.

Laura loved her family, reading her bible, and shooting pool. She loved to laugh.

She is...