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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Odie Cape

Odie Cape

Jun 1, 2023

Odie Cape, 66, of Gastonia passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Peak Resource Center in Gastonia.

He was born November 1, 1956, in Gaston County to the late Harlan and Lula Newton Cape.

Odie loved music and played the drums. He loved horses and motorcycles.

In addition to his parents, he is...

John Thomas Wheeler, Jr.

John Thomas Wheeler, Jr.

May 31, 2023

John Thomas Wheeler, Jr., 68, of Clover, SC, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

He was born April 29, 1955, in Mecklenburg Co, NC, son of the late John Wheeler, Sr. and Alda Wheeler.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Lois Wheeler;...

Lloyd "Alan" Flemings

Lloyd "Alan" Flemings

May 30, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lloyd "Alan" Flemings, who left this world on May 30, 2023, at the age of 36.

He was born on September 1, 1986, a native of Gaston Co, NC.

Alan was a bright light in the lives of everyone who had the pleasure of...

Angie Hinkle

Angie Hinkle

May 30, 2023

Angie Hinkle, 70, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

She was born July 16, 1952, in Harrisonburg Co, VA, daughter of the late Harry James Robertson, Sr. and Dorothy Link Robertson.

Angie loved working with children, gardening, and her dogs. She also owned and operated...

Jimmy Reid Moore

Jimmy Reid Moore

May 30, 2023

Jimmy Reid Moore, 87, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, May 30, 2023, at the Robin Johnson House, Dallas.

He was born October 10, 1935, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Arnold and Maggie Moore.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughters, Jamie, and Debbie...

Joyce "Mae" Lingerfelt

Joyce "Mae" Lingerfelt

May 30, 2023

Joyce Mae Walters Lingerfelt, 79, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

Joyce, well known as Mae was born to Newell and Johnnie Walters, Sr., on February 7, 1944.

Joyce was a textiles worker her whole life until she retired. Joyce has a kind soul and a...

Timothy Ramon Lindsay

Timothy Ramon Lindsay

May 29, 2023

Timothy Ramon Lindsay, 56, passed away Monday, May 29, 2023.

He was born May 4, 1967, of Gaston Co, NC, son of Deborah Benton and the late Sampson Lindsay.

A private visitation will be held Friday, June 9, 2023.

Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneral.com

Nancy George

Nancy George

May 29, 2023

Nancy George, 85, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Monday, May 29, 2023, under hospice at The Ivy, Gastonia, NC.

She was born December 6, 1937, a native of Gaston Co, NC, daughter of the late Grady and Ruth Barker.

Nancy attended Ranlo Baptist Church, and formerly attended Taylor Memorial Baptist Church. Nancy was a loving,...

Brittney Dianna Buckner

Brittney Dianna Buckner

May 28, 2023

Brittney Buckner, 34, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

She was born December 20, 1988, in Cleveland Co, NC, daughter of William and Christie Farmer Huffstetler.

Brittney was a member of God Can Baptist Church, Bessemer City, NC. She loved her family.

In addition...

Barbara "Br" Elizabeth Davis

Barbara "Br" Elizabeth Davis

May 27, 2023

Barbara "BR" Elizabeth Davis, 62, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away May 27, 2023, at her home.

She was born March 1, 1961, in York County, SC, to the late Glenn Alfred Canipe and Mary Newton Canipe.

BR was a member of Waco Baptist Church.  She liked to go to the flea market.  She loved...

Wilcie Ella Franklin

Wilcie Ella Franklin

May 24, 2023

Wilcie Ella Franklin, 82, of Bessemer City, passed away May 24, 2023, at her home.

She was born August 19, 1940, in Jackson County, NC, daughter of the late Claude Nations and Alva Seagle Nations.

Wilcie enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her precious grandchildren. She loved to garden and was very skilled at...

Joe Simmons

Joe Simmons

May 21, 2023

Joe Simmons, 69, of Gastonia, passed away May 21, 2023, at his granddaughter's home in Lincolnton.

He was born May 30, 1953, in Gaston County, son of the late Ernest Lee Simmons Sr. and Betty Jo Reynolds Simmons.

Joe was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Bessemer City.

He loved his family...

Diana "Nicole" Welch

Diana "Nicole" Welch

May 17, 2023

Diana "Nicole" Welch, 34, of Gastonia, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at her residence.

Nicole was born February 20, 1989, in Gaston County, daughter of Charles Richard Welch Jr. and the late Toni Welch Mace.

Left to cherish her memory is her eight-year-old son, Jakob; her brother, Joshua Welch; and her...

Hazel Burgess Currie

Hazel Burgess Currie

May 17, 2023

Hazel Burgess Currie, 95, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Terra Bella Cramer Mountain, Cramerton, NC.

She was born July 23, 1927, in Cherokee Co, NC, daughter of the late Bird and Dora Wilson.

Hazel was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church, Lowell, for many years. She was...

George "Tom" Crouse

George "Tom" Crouse

May 17, 2023

George "Tom" Crouse, 76, of Clover, SC, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Chandler Place in Rock Hill, SC.

He was born February 9, 1947, to the late Homer Kenneth and Alice Nell Crouse.

Tom served in the US Air Force. He was a corporate pilot for 20 years. He also...

Wanda Baynard Benfield

Wanda Baynard Benfield

May 16, 2023

Wanda Baynard Benfield, 57, of Blacksburg, SC, passed away May 16, 2023, at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills Hospice House.

She was born June 22, 1965, in Cherokee County, SC, daughter of the late Nancy Baynard.

Wanda was a loving and devoted mother who did all she could for her family.

...

Ricky Dean Mcswain

Ricky Dean Mcswain

May 15, 2023

Ricky Dean McSwain, 62, of Cherryville, NC, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023, at the Robin Johnson House, Dallas, NC.

He was born September 6, 1960, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of Laura Barnette and the late Robert McSwain.

Ricky formerly attended Mt. Beulah Baptist Church, Bessemer City, NC. He...

Robert Eugene Mcalister, Sr.

Robert Eugene Mcalister, Sr.

May 15, 2023

Robert Eugene "Gene" McAlister Sr. passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, May 15, 2023, at the age of 89, surrounded by his loved ones.

Gene was born on April 11, 1934, to Mamie and Wesley "Jeff" Jefferson McAlister in Belmont, NC.

He was a veteran of the Korean War, having...

John (Buggy) Loyd Williamson Jr.

John (Buggy) Loyd Williamson Jr.

May 15, 2023

John Loyd Williamson Jr. passed away peacefully Monday, May 15, 2023, with his sons by his side.

John was the sone of John Williamson Sr., Martha Killian, and Leon Killian.

He is survived by his sons, John Williamson III (wife Nikki), Shane Williamson (wife Connie), and Chris Williamson (wife Amy); grandchildren, John...

Ruth Ann Walker

Ruth Ann Walker

May 14, 2023

Ruth Ann Walker, 72, of Bessemer City, passed away May 14, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

She was born June 30, 1950, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Cossey Morton and Naomi Manning Morton.

Ruth was a real Christian and attended church when she was physically able too....

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