Obituaries

Jul 30, 2023

Dave Deal, 78, of Gastonia, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

He was born May 26, 1945, in Gaston County, to the late Ray and Inez Deal.

Dave was a member of Moose Lodge #2059, Oak Island. He loved fishing, hunting and his fur baby, Benji.

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Jul 29, 2023

Charles Ray Rhyne, also known as Doodle, 64, of Gastonia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 29, 2023, at Caromont Healthcare in Gastonia, NC.

He was born May 7, 1959, in Gaston County, NC to the late Charles Monroe Rhyne and Edna Francis Rhyne.

Doodle retired from Danaher after working there...

Jul 28, 2023

Barbara Davis Brackett, 85, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, July 28, 2023, at her residence.

She was born in Gaston County on October 6, 1937, to the late Bates Davis and Mary Hardin Bell.

Barbara was a member of First Wesleyan Church in Gastonia for more than 60 years. Barbara worked for Bell South...

Jul 28, 2023

Betty Green Summitt, 73, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, July 28, 2023, at Novant Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte, NC.

She was born in Alabama on September 26, 1949, to the late Clarence and Myrtle Green.

Betty was a member of First Free Will Baptist Church in Gastonia which she loved being a part of....

Jul 25, 2023

William Hobert Blakley, 68, of Gastonia, passed away July 25, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

He was born May 28, 1955, in McDowell County, West Virginia, son of the late David McKinley Blakley and Rosie Woody Blakley.

William had been an avid CB radio operator for many years and his call sign...

Jul 25, 2023

Brenda "Susie" Starrette, 63, of Salisbury, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, in Dallas, NC.

She was born September 13, 1959, in Mecklenburg County to the late Billy Ray & Betty Ann Baker.

Susie was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother. She adored her fur babies, Glendale and Little Bit. She was a caring...

Jul 24, 2023

Randy Dean Bryant, 63, of Bessemer City, passed away July 24, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

He was born January 11, 1960, in Gaston County, son of Brenda Helms and the late George Bryant.

He was a US Air Force veteran where he worked as Telecommunications Operations Specialist.  He served in Desert...

Jul 24, 2023

Nancy Palmer Lynch, 83, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

She was born on August 11, 1939, in Gaston County, to the late Foster "Red" Palmer and Alice Sargent Palmer.

She was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church in Lowell.

In addition to her parents...

Jul 24, 2023

In Loving Memory of Flaviano "Flavio" Galdino Sabucco

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Flaviano "Flavio" Galdino Sabucco, who departed this world on July 24, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

Flavio was a devoted husband, caring father, cherished grandfather, and a dear friend to many. He leaves behind a...

Jul 20, 2023

Bobbie Bradley, 66, of Ranlo, NC, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023, at her residence.

She was born April 3, 1957, in Kitchgen, Germany, to the late Sarge Bill and Barbara Bradley Brooks.

Bobbie was a member of Independent Full Gospel Church in Dallas. She loved music, reading, bible studies, puzzles and sewing quilts.

Jul 19, 2023

Harold "Harry" Sauerwein, 91, of Gastonia passed away July 19, 2023, at his home.

He was born February 5, 1932, in Buffalo, New York, son of the late Raymond Fredrick Sauerwein and Dorothy Frank Sauerwein.

Harry was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law and friend. He prided himself on being a...

Jul 18, 2023

Robert Boyce Oakley, 89, of Gastonia passed away at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 18, 2023

He was born October 2, 1933, in Gaston County to the late Herbert & Etta Oakley. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his brothers James, Gordon, and Harry; sister Mary Emily Threlkeld.

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Jul 16, 2023

Derrian "Dae-Dae" Cooper, 25, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

He was born October 22, 1997, a native of Gaston Co, NC.

Dae-Dae attended Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church, Gastonia. He was an avid motorcycle rider and loved his family and friends.

He was preceded in...

Jul 16, 2023

Wilma Tanner, 93, of Gastonia, NC, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at her residence.

She was born in Murphy, NC on August 29, 1929, to the late Harve & Marcinia Beavers.

Wilma married her sweetheart, Clifford Tanner on September 2, 1946, who preceded her in death on May 4,...

Jul 15, 2023

Rubie "Richard" Moore, 77, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

He was born March 1, 1946, in Cocke County, TN, to the late Elbert and Millie Moore.

In addition to his parents, Rubie was preceded in death by his siblings, Helen Garner and G.B. Moore.

Rubie is survived...

Jul 14, 2023

Julie Eve Lowder, 63, of Gastonia, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at her residence.

She was born November 6, 1959, in Gaston County to the late Larry and Allie Faye Lazenby.

Julie attended Evangel Assembly of God in Gastonia. Julie loved plants and gardening, she also loved fashion and shopping. Her favorite place to...

Jul 14, 2023

Latasha "Tasha LaLa" Renee Lee, 38, of Bessemer City, passed away July 14,2023.

She was born November 27, 1984, in Coffee County, Alabama.

Tasha LaLa had a big heart. She was a good person and was always willing to help anyone.

A celebration of Tasha LaLa's life will be held 1:00 pm Monday,...

Jul 14, 2023

Brenda Joyce Barrett, 75, of Stanley, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.

She was born November 12, 1947, in Mecklenburg County to the late James & Mildred Dickerson.

Brenda, also known by her handle "Southern Star" was a truck driver for many years. Her and her husband...

Jul 12, 2023

Elizabeth Cheyenne Asbury, 24, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away July 12, 2023.

She was born July 19, 1998, in Gaston County, NC, to Roger and April Tarbush Asbury.

Elizabeth was working on her college degree online prior to the car accident.  She enjoyed trips to the mountains and the beach with her son, Henry....

Jul 11, 2023

Robert "Doug" Douglas Jenkins, 69, of Bessemer City, passed away on July 11, 2023, at his home.

He was born September 11, 1953, in Gaston County, son of the late Robert Blair Jenkins and Mary Crigger Jenkins.

Doug was a very unique and talented guy. He never met a musical instrument he couldn't learn to...