Obituaries

Jan 22, 2024

Susan Ellen Speakes, 71, passed away January 22, 2024, in comfort and peace at Robin Johnson House in Gastonia, North Carolina.

She was born in Brooklyn, New York on June 14, 1952, to the late Charles and Gertrude Valentine. Susan resided in Mt. Holly, North Carolina, where she chose to retire.

A bright, beautiful woman...

Jan 21, 2024

Andrew Albert Farley, III, "Andy" or "Drew", died at his Gastonia, North Carolina home, while under Hospice care, on January 21, 2024, after a short illness.

He was the son of Andrew Albert Farley, Jr. and Westelle Ritchie Farley.  He was the grandson of Andrew Albert Farley, Sr. and Mattie Evans Farley.

Andy was born...

Jan 21, 2024

Harold "Andy" A. Ervin, passed away January 21, 2024.

He was born August 12, 1963, son of the late Nelson Ervin & Lela Griffen.

Andy was a loving Father and grandfather.

In addition to his parents Harold was preceded in death by his Beloved wife Connie Ervin.

Andy is survived by...

Jan 21, 2024

Eric Franklin Alexander, 54, of Lowell, NC, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia,

He was born in Gaston County on March 3, 1969, to the late Franklin and Billie Jo Alexander.

Eric loved to hang out with his buddies and to hunt and fish. He spent time with...

Jan 20, 2024

Steven Kyle Wright was born on April 29th, 1981. His life was tragically cut short on January 20, 2024. He was 42 years old when he was taken away from us.

Steven made a major impact on everyone he was around. He was so kindhearted and he would never turn a person in need down.

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Jan 20, 2024

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Mrs. Janie Lee Hord, 89, passed away peacefully at home on January 20, 2024. Her devoted daughter, Glenda, and son-in-law, Donnie, were by her side.

Janie was born in Lowell, NC on February 7, 1934. She was the only daughter with 5 brothers and you couldn't get anything past her. She was stubborn and...

Jan 19, 2024

Lester James Bolynn, 73, of Gastonia, passed away January 19, 2024, At Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

He was born December 21, 1950, in Hemingway, SC, son of the late Herman and Rosa Roe Bolynn.

Lester attended Good News Tabernacle in Bessemer City. He loved to help people, anyone he possibly could especially anyone...

Jan 18, 2024

Flora Ellen Cope, 75, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Atrium Health Cleveland Hospital, Shelby.

She was born February 12, 1948, in Polk Co, NC, daughter of the late William Griffin and Kathleen Williams.

Flora was a member of Crowders Mountain Baptist Church, Kings Mountain. She loved her fur babies, Cole,...

Jan 18, 2024

John Lindsey Knight, 55, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Wendover Hospice House, Shelby.

He was born June 22, 1968, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Johnny Knight and Katie Summitt Knight Hargett.

John loved fishing, and the outdoors. He loved his family and enjoyed attending church...

Jan 17, 2024

Garry Lee Ferguson, 74, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at his residence.

He was born on July 28, 1949, in Gaston County, to the late Bobby and Jackie Ferguson.

Garry was a kind, loving father, grandfather, and a great friend. He loved to work on classic cars. He retired from Roosevelt...

Jan 17, 2024

Our Daughter

Elisha Patrice Williams came into our lives on November 2nd, 1990, at 8:01 PM.

Our baby girl was so so beautiful and so soft. She cried shortly and then looked intently in my eyes as her daddy cut the cord she barely cried.

Elisha was so resilient from beginning to end....

Jan 17, 2024

Arthur Neal Tomblin, 71, passed from this veil of tears to his eternal home after a long battle with leukemia (CML) and diabetes on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

Arthur was born to Addie Anderson and Earl Tomblin in Rutherford, NC. He attended Central High School, Rutherfordton. He obtained an Associates Degree...

Jan 17, 2024

Shirley Lee Melton, 80, of Kings Mountain, passed away January 17, 2024, at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC.

She was born June 5, 1943, in Cleveland County, daughter of the late Jay Moss and Eva Leigh Moss.

Shirley was a member of A New Beginning Baptist Church in Blacksburg, SC, where she loved to...

Jan 16, 2024

Joyce Ann "Sunshine" Huffstetler, 77, of Shelby, went to be with the Lord on January 16, 2024, at her home.

She was born in Gaston County, NC, on May 6, 1946, to the late Charles and Clara Guice Hibberts.

Joyce was a member of the North Gaston Church of God for over 20 years.  She...

Jan 15, 2024

It is with sadness and love that we announce the passing of our mother, Hazel Peterson, on January 15, 2024. She left this life peacefully with her daughters by her side.  Hazel was born July 15, 1923 in Medicine Hat, Alberta Canada.  Her parents were Daniel and Orah Reid.  She was reared and educated in Canada.  At the age...

Jan 14, 2024

William "Billy" Marshall Melton, 67, of Kings Mountain, passed away January 14, 2024, at his home.

He was born January 26, 1956, in Cleveland County, son of the late Ray Melton and Christine Wood Melton.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Harvest Time Assembly 904 Second Street, Kings...

Jan 14, 2024

Jeffrey Allen Summitt, 60, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024, at his residence.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on June 7, 1963, to Patsy Summitt and the late Reverend Ben Allen Summitt.

Jeff loved spending his time fishing, especially for trout. He enjoyed all kinds of music and...

Jan 13, 2024

Kimberly Christine Stokes, 57, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Wendover Hospice in Shelby.

She was born in Rockford, Ill on August 24, 1966, to the late Lois Irene Stokes.

Kim loved to travel, with the beach being her favorite place to visit. She enjoyed sitting in the recliner watching the...

Jan 13, 2024

Randall Lee Spoerle, 70, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Gastonia Health and Rehabilitation.

He was born November 13, 1953, in St. Petersburg, Fl, son of the late Harold E. and Frances Spoerle.

Randall lived for 35 years in Hawaii and then returned to NC. He was self employed as a...

Jan 13, 2024

Teresa Layne Hughes, 68, of Bessemer City, went to be with The Lord on January 13, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

She was born June 8, 1955, in Allegany County, Virginia, daughter of the late Lee Roy Hughes and Phyllis Marie Johnson Hughes.

Teresa was a member of Grover Church of God...