Obituaries

Terry Lee Duncan

Terry Lee Duncan

Jul 15, 2015

Terry Lee Duncan1949-2015Gastonia – Terry Lee Duncan, 66, passed away suddenly on July 15, 2015 at his residence.He was born in Kingsport, TN on March 26, 1949 to the late Glenn Odell and Geneva Bledsoe Duncan.Terry was a member of Horizon Church, where he served as a deacon. He was a loving husband and father; and enjoyed spending time with...

Jamie Ray Walker

Jamie Ray Walker

Jul 12, 2015

JAMIE RAY WALKER1976-2015Kings Mtn., - Jamie Ray Walker, 39, passed away on July 12, 2015.He was born in Gaston County, NC on February 29, 1976 to the late James Garland and Joyce Ollis Walker.Per his wishes his body was donated to UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine.Arrangements will be at a later date.Condolences may be made to www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com. Withers and...

Catherine Taylor Matyisin

Catherine Taylor Matyisin

Jul 12, 2015

Catherine Taylor Matyisin1921-2015Gastonia - Mrs. Catherine Taylor Matyisin, 94, passed away on July 12, 2015 at Alexandria Place.She was born in New York City, New York on July 8, 1921 to the late John and Anna Futo Taylor.She was preceded in death by her parents, son Michael J. Matyisin, grandson, Michael MatyisinCatherine raised her family in New Jersey and later...

Beatrice Carrigan Goins

Beatrice Carrigan Goins

Jul 11, 2015

BEATRICE CARRIGAN GOINS1921-2015Gastonia – Beatrice "Bea" Carrigan Goins, 94, entered into her Heavenly Home on July 11, 2015.She was born in Dallas, NC on May 4, 1921 to the late Carl J. and Carrie Moose Carrigan In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Millard Goins, daughter Karen West, sister Christine Clark and brother Carl...

Eddie Joseph Bryson

Eddie Joseph Bryson

Jul 10, 2015

Eddie Joseph Bryson1951-2015Gastonia, Eddie Joseph Bryson, 63, passed away on July 10, 2015.He was born in Gaston County, NC on July 28, 1951 to the late Joseph and Myrtle Ledford Bryson.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his twin sister, Betty Sue BrysonMemorial Service will be held Saturday, July 18th at 11:00 a.m. at Belmont Foursquare...

Joan Carver Redding

Joan Carver Redding

Jul 9, 2015

Joan Carver Redding1940-2015Gastonia – Beatrice "Joan" Carver Redding, 74, entered into her Heavenly Home on July 9, 2015. She was born in Gaston County on November 24, 1940 to the late Daisy Lois Coyle and Forrest Benjamin Carver, Sr. Joan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a member of South Marietta Street Baptist Church and...

Brandon Whichard

Brandon Whichard

Jul 8, 2015

Brandon Whichard1980-2015Gastonia – Thomas Brandon Whichard, 34, passed away on July 8, 2015 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.He was born in Spartanburg County, SC on August 26, 1980 to Susan Griffin Bumgardner and the late Jeffery TatumBrandon—just 'B' to those who were close to him--was a vibrant spirit and an instant friend to everyone. He was always quick to strike...

Irene Davis Broome

Irene Davis Broome

Jul 5, 2015

Irene Davis Broome1930-2015Gastonia – Irene Davis Broome, 85, passed away on July 05, 2015 at Carillion Assisted Living in Cramerton.She was born in Gaston County on March 2, 1930 to the late Clarence and Dora Rollins Davis.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 38 years James Broome, Sr.; brothers Ralph Davis and Herman...

Anthony Brande McGinnis

Anthony Brande McGinnis

Jul 4, 2015

Anthony Brande McGinnis1974-2015Dallas/Fort Mill, SC Anthony Brande McGinnis, 41, passed away on Saturday, July 4th, 2015 while surrounded by family and friends. Anthony was born on July 4th, 1974 in Raleigh, NC, and was an only son to parents David Anthony and Ellen Withers McGinnis.Anthony resided in Ft. Mill, SC with his loving wife, Whitney Rene (Smith) McGinnis, and their...

Jeff Maddox

Jeff Maddox

Jul 4, 2015

JEFF MADDOX1956-2015Gastonia - Jeffery March Maddox, 58, of Gastonia, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 4th, 2015 at Carolinas Medical Center.Left to cherish his memories are his children, Jeremy and Rachel Maddox; daughter-in-law Danielle Maddox; siblings Apryl Phillips, Blair Maddox and his wife Kathy, and Jackie Hardin and her husband Scott; and ex-wife, Martha Freelander Maddox.Jeff was born to...

Teresa Hargett

Teresa Hargett

Jul 1, 2015

TERESA HARGETT1959-2015Dallas – Teresa Hargett, 56, passed away on July 1, 2015 at her residence. She was born in Gaston County on February 26, 1959 to Charles and Peggy Picklesimer Flowers.She is preceded in death by her sister, Wanda Sue Stone and grandparents; Floyd and Beulah Picklesimer and Melvin FlowersSurvivors include her son, Chad Millsap (Benita); daughter, Dana Rozelle (Derrick)grandchildren,...

Mary Jo Walker Costner

Mary Jo Walker Costner

Jul 1, 2015

Mary Jo Walker Costner1959-2015Gastonia – Mary Jo Walker Costner, 55, passed away on July 1, 2015 at her residence. She was born in Gaston County on October 2, 1959 to the late Matthew Romie and Sarah Weaver Walker.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Jay Costner and sister, Sherry Ann WalkerSurvivors include her companion,...

Beverly Betts Miller

Beverly Betts Miller

Jun 30, 2015

BEVERLY BETTS MILLER1938-2015Gastonia – Beverly Betts Miller, 77, passed away on June 30, 2015 at her residence.She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on June 1, 1938 to the late Edwin Forrest and Gladys Chatterton Betts.Beverly was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening and watching the birds. Beverly was an avid Panthers football fan.In...

John Henry Smith

John Henry Smith

Jun 30, 2015

JOHN HENRY SMITH, III1975-2015Kings Mtn., - John Henry Smith, III, 39, passed away on June 30, 2015.He was born in Gaston County on August 8, 1975 to Rita Lunsford and the late John Henry Smith, Jr.In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his grandfather John Henry Smith, Sr.John was a loving husband and father. He enjoyed...

Steve Thomas

Steve Thomas

Jun 29, 2015

Steve Thomas1955-2015Gastonia – Steven Ray Thomas, 60 passed away peacefully on June 29, 2015.He was born in Gaston County, on April 16, 1955 to the late Ronald M Thomas, Sr and Frances Lizetta Killian ThomasIn addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by grandmother Bessie Thomas, brother Marty Thomas and uncle Arnold Killian He was a very active...

Michael James McDonald

Michael James McDonald

Jun 25, 2015

Michael James McDonald1948-2015Bessemer City - Michael "Poky" James McDonald, 66, passed away on June 25, 2015. He was born in Gaston County on October 26, 1948 to the late Wilbert James and Margaret Walker McDonald. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters Linda M. Watt and Mary "Cookie" Herbster; brothers, Teddy Joe Herms and...

Robert Nichols

Robert Nichols

Jun 25, 2015

Robert Nichols1924-2015Belmont- James Robert Nichols, 90, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2015 at his residence. He was born in Towns County, GA on August 22, 1924 to the late David Elijah and Bessie Owens Nichols. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Mary Aileen Farr Nichols; brothers, David Roy...

Lynn Wilson Crawley

Lynn Wilson Crawley

Jun 24, 2015

Lynn Crawley1952-2015Gastonia – Carol Lynn Crawley, 63, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 24, 2015 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.She was born in Charlotte, North Carolina on June 14, 1952, daughter of the late Rev. John Wilson, Sr. and Virginia Carol Jones Wilson.She worked at Danaher Tool Group for 14 years and came out of the...

Verlin Carlos Davis

Verlin Carlos Davis

Jun 23, 2015

Verlin Davis1944-2015Gastonia, - Verlin Carlos Davis, 71, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2015 surrounded by his loving family.He was born in Swain County, NC on May 6, 1944 to the late Ross and Ellie McKinnish DavisHe retired from Industrial Electro Plating. He enjoyed spending time with his family, he especially enjoyed working up at his sons land in Kings...

Calvin William Brewer

Calvin William Brewer

Jun 22, 2015

Calvin Brewer1947-2015Dallas - Calvin William Brewer, 67, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2015 at Carillon Assisted Living in Lincolnton. He was born in Gaston County, NC on November 12, 1947 to William "Bill" Bartley Brewer and the late Helen Smart Brewer.In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his baby sister, Brenda Brewer and brother, Darrell...