Thomas "Pappy" Hartsoe
Sep 16, 2025
----------------- **Obituary for Thomas "Pappy" Hartsoe** It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Thomas "Pappy" Hartsoe, who left us on September 16, 2025, at the age of 81.
Born on May 9, 1944, in York, South Carolina, Thomas lived a full life and made cherished memories in his hometown and later in...
James Neil Jestes
Sep 15, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of James Neil Jestes, who left us on September 15, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on May 27, 1934, in Shell Creek, TN, James was a dedicated member of the Gastonia community and a treasured husband, father, and friend. James was a proud U.S. Army veteran and actively involved in...
Glenda George
Sep 14, 2025
Glenda George, nee Bradshaw, is survived by two daughters. Estranged from one, her daughter Amy Krohn remembers her as vibrant, humorous, extremely artistic and well-travelled. Her favorite things were her granddaughters Eva Madeline Samantha Hannah Mikula and Ruby Margaret Charlotte Grace, her oldest grandchild. Surrounded by kind and loving voices at the end, she passed very quietly and peacefully...
Ricky Jason Rankin
Sep 14, 2025
Ricky Jason Rankin, a beloved member of the Gastonia community, passed away peacefully from natural causes on September 14, 2025, at the age of 47. Born on February 2, 1978, in Gastonia, NC, Ricky was a lifelong resident who brought his creativity and dedication to his work as a painting contractor. He was known for his attention to detail...
Eugene "Gene" Carroll
Sep 14, 2025
Eugene "Gene" Carroll, 82, Leaves a Legacy of Hard Work and Love
Eugene "Gene" Carroll, 82, of Gastonia, NC, entered into heaven on September 14, 2025, at 11:11 a.m., with his two beloved daughters by his side. Born October 20, 1942, in Kings Mountain, NC, Gene lived life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and an...
Robert John Becker Jr.
Sep 13, 2025
Robert John Becker Jr., 65 of Gastonia, passed peacefully into glory on September 13, 2025. He was born July 25, 1960, in Baltimore, Maryland to Maj. Robert J. Becker Sr. (US Army Ret.) and Mary Frances (Shaw) Becker, and he was raised in Southern Pines, NC.
Robert is survived by his loving wife, Lynn Christiana Becker; daughter,...
Freda Marie Stalcup
Sep 13, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Freda Marie Stalcup, who left us peacefully on September 13, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on January 3, 1944, in West Virginia, Freda spent many happy years making a home in Pineville, North Carolina. Freda was not just a devoted wife, spending fifty...
Kham Washburn
Sep 11, 2025
Kham Washburn, a beloved homemaker and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on May 4, 1960, in Thailand, Kham spent her later years in Gastonia, NC, where she created a warm and loving home for her family. Kham was known for her passion for animals and plants; her cherished cat,...
John Cook Nance Jr.
Sep 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Cook Nance Jr., who left us on September 11, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on September 24, 1945, in North Carolina, John lived a full life that left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him. John was a devoted father to his daughters, Sandra...
William Colison Newnam
Sep 11, 2025
William Colison Newnam, 96, of Clover SC, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025. He was born on January 6, 1929 in Chestertown Maryland, to the late Howard and Edith Newnam. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife Arlene; brother John; sister Sally.
Left to cherish his memory are his...
Ulysses Turley, Jr.
Sep 10, 2025
Ulysses Turley Jr., affectionately called "Buster" by many, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the age of 72. He was born to Ulysses Turley Sr. and Ethel Robinson on March 13, 1953, in Buffalo, New York.
Buster was known for his infectious sense of humor and loved to make people laugh. Those who knew him...
Dina Peeler Haney
Sep 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dina Peeler Haney, a beloved mother and a talented hairdresser, who left us on September 10, 2025. Born on Christmas Day, 1972, in Gaston County NC, Dina was a vibrant spirit who dedicated her life to her family and her passion for hairstyling. Dina was not just a...
Ruby "Bing" Sanz
Sep 10, 2025
----------------- It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Ruby "Bing" Sanz, who passed away on September 10, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on March 17, 1957, Philippines, Ruby was a beloved daughter, mother, and friend to many.
She spent her later years in Gastonia, NC, where she worked as a dedicated...
Edward "Eddie" Derr Killian
Sep 9, 2025
Edward "Eddie" Derr Killian
Born 11/12/1958, to Sam and Doris Killian, in Mecklenburg county. The family later moved to the Killian home place in Lucia. Eddie was the first of four children. Following his birth came sisters and brother, Kimberly, Cheryl and Samuel. He is proceeded in death by his grandparents, Sidney & Sadie Killian...
Dana Kathleen Aldridge
Sep 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dana Kathleen Aldridge of Gastonia, who left this world peacefully on September 9, 2025. She was born on April 3, 1983, Dana was a loving mother, and a compassionate home health aide whose gentle spirit touched the lives of many. Dana dedicated her life to caring for others,...
William "Big Stevie" Keese, Sr.
Sep 8, 2025
William "Big Stevie" Keese Sr., a cherished father and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on December 29, 1957, William lived a full life marked by his warm spirit and unwavering kindness.
He is survived by his beloved son, Steven Keese (Amy), who carries on his legacy of...
Edith Wilson Wellman
Sep 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edith Wilson Wellman, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, who left us peacefully on September 6, 2025, at the age of 97. She was born on August 29, 1928, in Gaston County, North Carolina. Edith and her family then moved to Commerce, Georgia. At the age of 15...
Larry Andrew Gaddis
Sep 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry "Porky" Andrew Gaddis, who left us on September 6, 2025, at the age of 70. Larry was born on March 27, 1955, in Gaston County, NC, and he spent most of his life in Gastonia, where he will be fondly remembered by family and friends. Larry retired...
Dayna Bowman Bryant
Sep 5, 2025
Dayna Bowman Bryant, 61, passed away Friday September 5, 2025, at the Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Dayna was born December 9, 1963, in Gastonia, North Carolina, to Roger and Ruby (Rayfield) Bowman.
Left to cherish Dayna's memory are her daughter Melissa Blunt (Larry), son Dustin Bryant, Mother Ruby Bowman (Darrel),...
Patricia Moreland Wang
Sep 4, 2025
In Loving Memory of Patricia Moreland Wang
Patricia Moreland Wang- formally known as Pam in childhood and Pat into adulthood. Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the age of 82, after living with Parkinson's disease.
She was predeceased by her husband, Ao Wang, and is survived...
