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Gastonia, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Col(Ret) Charles Lewis Pamplin, Iii, Md

Col(Ret) Charles Lewis Pamplin, Iii, Md

Feb 1, 2023

On Wednesday, February 1, 2023, COL(ret) Charles Lewis Pamplin, III, MD died peacefully from complications of dementia at the Wickshire Senior Living facility in Charlotte, NC. Charles was born August 19, 1948 in Hagerstown, Maryland to father Charles Lewis Pamplin, Jr. and Catherine Horst Pamplin.

He graduated from Springbrook High School, Silver Spring Maryland.  He then attended...

James "Pokey" Herbert Billy Mcabee

James "Pokey" Herbert Billy Mcabee

Feb 1, 2023

James Herbert Billy "Pokey" McAbee, 67, of Cherryville, NC, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at Atrium Health Cleveland, Shelby, NC.

He was born July 30, 1955, in Spartanburg Co, SC, son of the late Herbert and Sarah McAbee.

James was a member of Anthony Grove Baptist Church and volunteered at Cherryville Christian Ministries. He...

Keith "Grasshopper" Douglas Harmon

Keith "Grasshopper" Douglas Harmon

Feb 1, 2023

Keith Douglas "Grasshopper" Harmon, 70, of Kings Mountain, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC.

He was born April 15, 1952, in Gaston County to the late Robert and Betty Ann Case Harmon.

Keith was a member of Sunrise Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. He retired from Firestone after over...

Michael Shane Schronce

Michael Shane Schronce

Feb 1, 2023

Michael Shane Schronce, 46 of Kings Mountain, NC born September 13, 1976, passed away February 1, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.

Shane was a loving husband, son, and father. He enjoyed all sports, family game nights, riding his motorcycle, and playing pool. There was never a dull moment with Shane. It was a...

Beatrice Stewart Patterson

Beatrice Stewart Patterson

Jan 31, 2023

Beatrice Stewart Patterson, 84, of Mt. Holly, NC, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

She was born February 12, 1938, a native of Gaston Co, NC, daughter of the late Claude and Ida Stewart.

All services are private.

Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneral.com

Rada Jean Mcgraw Worthey

Rada Jean Mcgraw Worthey

Jan 30, 2023

Rada Jean McGraw Worthey, 62, loving wife of Ricky Worthey, of Dallas, passed away January 30, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born June 28, 1960, in Gaston County.

Rada loved the Lord greatly and was a member of Assembly of Faith in Dallas, NC.

She was a very humble person....

Clyde Joseph Nance

Clyde Joseph Nance

Jan 29, 2023

Clyde Joseph Nance, 92, of Gastonia, passed away January 29, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

He was born September 10, 1930, in Cleveland County, son of the late June Clyde Nance and Beulah Leigh Nance.

Clyde was a member of Second Baptist Church in Gastonia.

He proudly served his country...

Judy Ramsey Matthews

Judy Ramsey Matthews

Jan 29, 2023

Judy Ramsey Matthews, 73, of Stanley, NC passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

She was born February 20, 1949 in Gaston County to the late William and Mildred Ramsey.

Judy was a member of Antioch Lutheran Church in Dallas, NC. She loved her family, and she loved her...

Billy Joe Lowery

Billy Joe Lowery

Jan 29, 2023

Billy Joe Lowery, 76, of Belmont, NC, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

He was born in Mecklenburg County on June 15, 1946, son of the late Billy Joe Mullis and Betty Lowery Hall.

Billy was a veteran of the US Army. He was always on the go....

Robert Dave Miller

Robert Dave Miller

Jan 29, 2023

Robert Dave Miller "Bob", 75 passed away on January 29, 2023. Born in Akron Ohio on September

2, 1947 to the late Dave & Faye Miller of Stow Ohio.

Bob graduate from Stow High School in 1966 and went to work for Lease-way as a Diesel Mechanic,

He then worked as a dairy...

Shirley Smith

Shirley Smith

Jan 29, 2023

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother,

great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother Shirley Smith, 86, of Clover, SC on

Sunday, January 29 at Atrium Health Pineville. Shirley was lovingly surrounded by family

as she passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Shirley...

Barbara Jean Williams

Barbara Jean Williams

Jan 28, 2023

Barbara Jean Williams, 75, of Gastonia, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

She was born April 8, 1947, in Gaston County to the late Edward and Margaret Boone.

Barbara has been a member of Chapel Grove Baptist Church for many years. She worked as a bus driver for...

Teresa G. Jenkins

Teresa G. Jenkins

Jan 28, 2023

Teresa G. Jenkins, 63, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Atrium Health-Cleveland.

She was born in Gaston County on December 23, 1959, to the late James and Shelby Milwood.

Having the right words to say when losing a loved one is tough! Teresa Jenkins passed away peacefully at Atrium Health...

Anita Rose Mitchem

Anita Rose Mitchem

Jan 28, 2023

Anita Rose Mitchem, 66, of Gastonia passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

She was born June 9, 1956, in Gaston County, NC, to the late Jackie Gibson and Mary Heffner.

Anita loved her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband,...

David Paul Kistler

David Paul Kistler

Jan 24, 2023

David Paul Kistler, 80, of Gastonia, NC, died January 24, 2023.

He was born in Belmont, NC, October 14, 1942, to the late Paul and Myrtle Kistler.

David graduated from Belmont High School and worked for the city of Gastonia as a field technician. He loved old bottles, coin collecting, fishing, and his late dog,...

Paul Adams Messer Iv

Paul Adams Messer Iv

Jan 23, 2023

Paul Adams Messer IV, 26, of Bessemer City, passed away peacefully January 23, 2023, at his home.

He was born June 2, 1996, in Gaston County, son of Paul Messer, III, and Kelly Flowers Jenkins.

A celebration of Paul's life will be held 3:00 pm, Saturday, February 4, 2023, at Greene Funeral Service, West Chapel,...

Janice Vaughn Mcknight

Janice Vaughn Mcknight

Jan 22, 2023

Janice Vaughn McKnight, 87, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023, surrounded by her family at Gaston Health and Rehabilitation Center, Gastonia.

She was born October 31, 1935, in Cherokee Co, SC, daughter of the late Jesse Vaughn and Tiny Eulalia Kelley Vaughn.

Janice was a member of Unity Baptist Church, Gastonia, where...

Natasha Ann Killian

Natasha Ann Killian

Jan 22, 2023

Natasha Ann Killian, 37, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

She was born October 23, 1985, a native of Gaston Co, NC, daughter of Angela Lee Killian.

Natasha was a dedicated mom who loved her children dearly. She was a devoted wife and was definitely the...

Fran Ashe Phillips

Fran Ashe Phillips

Jan 21, 2023

Fran Ashe Phillips, 62, of Gastonia, NC went to be with the Lord surrounded by her family on January 21, 2023.

Fran enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed traveling, gardening and loved being of service to children in need. After...

Willard Jefferson Anderson

Willard Jefferson Anderson

Jan 19, 2023

Willard J. Anderson, 88, of Gastonia, passed away January 19, 2023, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Anderson was born October 28, 1934, in Robbinsville, NC, son of the late Norman and Birdie Mack Anderson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.

Willard was a...

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