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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

William Eugene Goins

William Eugene Goins

Dec 12, 2022

William Eugene Goins, 69, of Lincolnton, NC, passed away Monday, December 12, 2022, at his residence.

He was born June 17, 1953, in Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Clyde William Goins and Mary Sue Chapman Goins.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Edith Allen; father-in-law, Thomas...

Sandra Gisela Conner

Sandra Gisela Conner

Dec 12, 2022

Sandra Gisela Conner, 57, of Lowell, NC, passed away Monday, December 12, 2022, at the Robin Johnson House, Dallas, NC.

She was born December 12, 1965, in Coryell Co, TX, daughter of Arthur Hamblin and Gerlinda Hamblin.

Sandra was a member of St. Helen Catholic Church, Spencer Mtn, NC. She was very loved, kind, giving,...

Marshall "Mp" Paul Warren

Marshall "Mp" Paul Warren

Dec 10, 2022

Marshall Paul "MP" Warren, 50, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022, at his residence.

He was born September 17, 1972, in Gaston County to Ruth Warren and the late Paul Warren.

MP was a member of Hillview Baptist Church in Dallas. He was formerly employed by the Gaston County Sheriffs office. He loved his family....

Myra "Loody" Fair

Myra "Loody" Fair

Dec 10, 2022

Myra "Loody" Fair, 72, of Bessemer City, passed away December 10, 2022, at Accordius Health at Gastonia.

She was born March 11, 1950, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Charles Wilson and Betty Dixon Wilson.

Myra was a member of Lowell Free Will Baptist Church.

She was deeply loved by all who...

Evangelista Sierra

Evangelista Sierra

Dec 10, 2022

Evangelista Sierra, age 100, of Gastonia, passed away December 10, 2022, at Courtland Terrace in Gastonia.

A native of Puerto Rico, she was born October 20, 1922, daughter of the late Evangelista Sierra and Anna Jimenez Sierra.

Ms. Sierra was a member of the Puerto Rican Pentecostal Evangelical Church in Puerto Rico and served over...

Christopher Rae Searcy

Christopher Rae Searcy

Dec 10, 2022

Christopher Rae Searcy, 26, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Atrium Health Kings Mountain.

He was born March 22, 1996, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of Michael Searcy and Balinda Harris.

All services are private.

Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneral.com

Betty Davis Barnette

Betty Davis Barnette

Dec 9, 2022

Betty Davis Barnette, 91, of Clover, SC, went to her heavenly home on December 9, 2022, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's.

She was born March 26, 1931, in Gaston Co, daughter of the late Sam and Ethel Davis.

Betty loved the Lord with all her heart....

Roger Dale Mathis

Roger Dale Mathis

Dec 9, 2022

Roger Dale Mathis, 67, Dallas, NC, passed away Friday, December 9, 2022, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

He was born April 13, 1955, son of the late Charles Alvin Mathis and Mary Buchanan Mathis.

Roger loved spending time in the mountains.

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

Sandra Holloway Stepp Reynolds

Sandra Holloway Stepp Reynolds

Dec 8, 2022

Sandra Holloway Stepp Reynolds, 73 of Bessemer City went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, December 8, 2022.

She was born August 13, 1949, the daughter of James and Doris Holloway of Lowell, NC.

Sandra was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother (Meemom) who dearly loved her family.  She also cherished...

Clarence Raymond Pasour

Clarence Raymond Pasour

Dec 7, 2022

Clarence Raymond Pasour, 89, of Dallas, NC, passed away surrounded by his family, Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at his residence.

He was born December 23, 1932, a native of Gaston Co, NC, son of the late Thomas Pasour and Violet Harrill Pasour.

Clarence was a member of Mt Beulah Baptist Church, since 1955. He was...

Fay Rhea Brewer Oates

Fay Rhea Brewer Oates

Dec 6, 2022

Fay Rhea Brewer Oates, 93, passed away, Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at her home on Lake Wylie.

She was born April 9, 1929, in Dallas Texas, to the late Earlton and Minnie Pearl Rhea.

Fay was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Fay was always a very strong woman; she left an...

Martha Faye Weaver

Martha Faye Weaver

Dec 6, 2022

Martha Faye Weaver, 82, of Gastonia, passed away December 6, 2022, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

She was born January 1, 1940, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Bethia Mayes.

Martha loved her Lord, reading his word daily and praying to him. She was a member of New Testament Church of The...

Jennifer Grace Garrett

Jennifer Grace Garrett

Dec 5, 2022

Jennifer Grace Garrett, 49, passed away Monday, December 5, 2022, at her residence.

She was born January 27, 1973, to the late Anita Cheryl Green.

Jennifer was a funny, loving, caring person. She loved her family; boyfriend Jario and furbaby Sunshine.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her...

Freida "Kay" Goble

Freida "Kay" Goble

Dec 5, 2022

Freida "Kay" Goble, 75, of Gastonia passed away Monday, December 5, 2022, at her residence.

She was born May 1, 1947, in Gaston County, to the late Lloyd and Martha Louise Burleson.

Kay was a lady with long arms; many hands; a tender, caring heart; and had enough spice to stir some trouble occasionally.  She...

Mildred Hardin Sims

Mildred Hardin Sims

Dec 5, 2022

Mildred Hardin Sims, 92, passed away Monday, December 5, 2022, at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas, NC.

She was born July 1, 1930, in Cherokee County, North Carolina to the late Thomas and Sallie Hardin.

Mildred was an active member of Beech Avenue Baptist Church in Gastonia for more than 60 years, where she...

Margaret Eugenia Long

Margaret Eugenia Long

Dec 4, 2022

Margaret Eugenia Long, 90, of Wingate, NC, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2022, surrounded by her family at Union County Hospice House.

She was born April 7, 1932, in Gaston Co, NC, daughter of the late Charlie and Nellie Branch Harwell.

Margaret was a native of Gaston Co, NC. She loved her family, listening to...

Benjamin Fields

Benjamin Fields

Dec 4, 2022

Benjamin 'Benny' Byers Fields, 74, passed away peacefully at home on December 4, 2022. He was born September 24, 1948, to the late John Wesley Fields and Arlene Jenkins Beaty.

There's not a way to put into words who Benny was. He was funny, loving, fearless, and stubborn. Benny served his country in the United States Army,...

Nancy M. Rumfelt

Nancy M. Rumfelt

Dec 3, 2022

Nancy Sue McAbee Rumfelt, age 85, of 121 South Glenn Drive, Shelby, N.C. died Saturday, December 3, 2022. She was the daughter of William Henry McAbee and Letitia (Essie) Petty McAbee of the Spencer Mountain Community of Gaston County.

Nancy attended Ranlo Elementary School, graduated from Lowell High School, and earned an Associate of Divinity Degree from...

John Edward Whitley

John Edward Whitley

Dec 3, 2022

John Edward Whitley, better known as Bubba to friends and family, 33 of Gastonia, North Carolina on December 3rd, 2022 left this Earth.

Father of Hannah and Madison Whitley. Brother to Matthew Whitley. Bubba will be remembered by his family and friends as an amazing father, wild friend, a creative inspiration, and a guy who loved all...

Bobbie Evans Leagon

Bobbie Evans Leagon

Dec 2, 2022

Bobbie Evans Leagon, 89, passed away Friday, December 2, 2022, at Belaire Health Care Center in Gastonia, NC.

She was born January 17, 1933, in Gaston County to the late Ernest and Viola Goble.

Bobbie was a member of Union Presbyterian Church. Bobbie loved to cook for her boys, and she enjoyed her times at...

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