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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Doris Elaine Bradley

Doris Elaine Bradley

Nov 28, 2023

Doris Elaine Bradley, 67, of Shelby, NC, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain, with her loving family by her side.

She was born in Lincoln County on October 15, 1956, to the late Perry and Mabel Cole.

Doris was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Kings Mountain....

Thomas "Tommy" Spiker, Sr.

Thomas "Tommy" Spiker, Sr.

Nov 27, 2023

Thomas "Tommy" Spiker, Sr., 58, of Clover, SC, passed away Monday, November 27, 2023, at Atrium in Charlotte.

He was born in Mecklenburg County on May 8, 1965, to the late James and Brenda Spiker.

Tommy was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was devoted to his family and loved them very much.

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Kim Beth Steele

Kim Beth Steele

Nov 27, 2023

Kimberly Beth (Sellers) Steele, 64, of Bessemer City, passed away November 27, 2023, at her home.

She was born February 25, 1959, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Earl Thomas Sellers and Frances "Doodle" Bridges Sellers

Kim retired from Gaston County Court House where she was a Judicial Admin Assistant, then transferred to Neece...

Junnie Edward "Eddie" Whitley

Junnie Edward "Eddie" Whitley

Nov 25, 2023

Junnie "Eddie" Whitley, 61, of Iron Station, NC, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023, at his residence.

He was born in Cleveland County on August 4, 1962, to the late Junnie Monroe and Willie Lee Whitley.

Eddie was a member of Real Life Church in Lucia, NC. He was also a member of Inter. Brotherhood...

Judy Ann Stennett

Judy Ann Stennett

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...

Ashton Blake Taylor

Ashton Blake Taylor

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...

Roger Keith Tench

Roger Keith Tench

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...

William Lee Mccraw

William Lee Mccraw

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...

R.L. Campbell, Sr.

R.L. Campbell, Sr.

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...

Jesse William Lowder

Jesse William Lowder

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...

Melvin D. Boone

Melvin D. Boone

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...

Judy Ann Johnson Dennis

Judy Ann Johnson Dennis

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...

Gloria Catherine Moore

Gloria Catherine Moore

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...

Danny Blair Hallbrook

Danny Blair Hallbrook

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...

Bobby Dean Perkins

Bobby Dean Perkins

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,...

Patricia Elaine (Robinson) Penley

Patricia Elaine (Robinson) Penley

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,...

Joan "Frog" Jumper

Joan "Frog" Jumper

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...

Joyce Russell

Joyce Russell

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...

Charles "Charlie" Horn

Charles "Charlie" Horn

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,...

Martha "Joann" Simpson

Martha "Joann" Simpson

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...

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