Obituaries

Nov 24, 2023

Judy Ann Stennett, 66, of Kings Mountain, passed away November 24, 2023, at Atrium Health in Charlotte.

Judy was a Gaston County native.

Judy was born December 8, 1956, daughter of the late Robert and Ruby Keever Stennett.

In addition to her parents, Miss Stennett was preceded in death by numerous brothers and...

Nov 22, 2023

Ashton Blake Taylor, 26, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center, Lancaster, SC.

She was born November 2. 1997, in Mecklenburg Co, NC, daughter of Randall and Anne Marie Cannon Taylor.

Ashton loved being a mother to her two children. She also loved to hang out with...

Nov 21, 2023

Roger Keith Tench, 73, of Gastonia, Nc, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at Wickshire of Steele Creek Assisted Living, Charlote, NC.

He was born March 20, 1950, a native of Clarkesville, GA, son of the late Robert Lee Tench and Blanche McAllister Tench.

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

Nov 21, 2023

William Lee Monroe McCraw, 84, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at his residence.

He was born on June 18, 1939, to the late Pete and Eunice McCraw.

William loved the Lord and his family.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Rosa...

Nov 20, 2023

R.L. Campbell, Sr., 86, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, November 20, 2023, at Atrium Health, Kings Mountain, NC.

He was born June 27, 1937, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Byrd and Letha Campbell.

R.L. retired from textiles, he then worked at Walmart for many years. He loved to golf...

Nov 18, 2023

Jesse Lowder of Gastonia, NC passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 18th.

Jesse was born on January 22, 1954, to Frank and Clara Lowder of Rock Hill, SC.

He enjoyed spending time with his family and watching Clemson football games. His smile would light up the room and he loved to make...

Nov 18, 2023

Melvin D. Boone, 78, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023, at his residence.

He was born in Thomasville, NC on May 5, 1945, to the late Roy and Ruby Boone.

Melvin loved to play golf and go bowling.

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

Nov 17, 2023

Judy Ann Johnson Dennis, 77, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023, at her residence.

She was born in Cleveland County, NC, on January 15, 1946, to the late JL and Ethel Johnson.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy Dennis; and her son, Vince...

Nov 16, 2023

Gloria Catherine Moore, 87, of Cramerton, passed away November 16, 2023, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas.

She was born December 1, 1935, in Genesse County, Michigan, daughter of the late Robert and Hazel Smith.

No services are scheduled.

Gloria is survived by her son, Eric Moore; her daughters, Linda Moore...

Nov 16, 2023

Danny Blair Hallbrook, 72, of Gastonia, NC, passed away November 16, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

A native of Gaston County, Danny was born on May 15, 1951, to the late William and Violet Hallbrook.

Danny loved people and his two fur babies.

In addition to his parents, he was...

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...