Obituaries
Hubert R. Prince
May 16, 2010
Gastonia- Hubert Ralph Prince Jr., 65, passed away May 16, 2010 at Lee Memorial Hospital in Ft. Myers Florida. He was born September 29, 1944 son of the late Leonard Ralph and Maggie Stiles Prince. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Leonard Prince, and a sister, Helen Graham.Survivors include a son, Buddy Prince and wife Christie, grandchildren...

Lisa C. Mills
May 14, 2010
Fax: 704-864-5141Gastonia-Lisa Joy Costner Mills, 49 of Gastonia, passed away May 14, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. She was a native of Mecklenburg County, born October 12, 1960Survivors include a son Shane Mills of Stanford, NCServices will be privateWithers and Whisenant Funeral Home, 2916 Union Rd Gastonia, 704-864-5144 is serving the Family.
Wayne Hamilton
May 12, 2010
Bessemer City-Jeffrey 'Wayne' Hamilton, 60, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 27, 1949 to Grace Collins Hamilton and the late Worth Alexander Hamilton in Rockingham, NC.Life dealt Wayne many hardships and obstacles but he surmounted them all with strength and dignity until he was called upon by...

Pamela A. Coakley
May 11, 2010
Gastonia- Pamela Ann Coakley, 61, of 2780 X-Ray Drive passed away May 11, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital.She was a native of Bryan, Ohio, born June 22, 1948, daughter of the late Dean and Joyce Can-Sickle Miller. She was a retired Clerk, Survivors include her daughter, Sherry Martz of Garrett, Ind. Burial will be private Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home,...
Eugene W. Glenn
May 7, 2010
Lincolnton- Eugene Glenn Wade, 79, passed away June 7, 2010 at Carolinas Medical Center, Mercy.He was a native of Stark County, Ohio, born August 6, 1931 to the late Thomas and Christine Dumphy Wade. Eugene was retired from Timken Corporation after 35 years of dedicated service, where he never missed a single day of work.He is preceded in death by...
Monica E. Black
May 3, 2010
Charlotte- Monica Elaine Black, previously of Charlotte, N.C., beloved daughter, sister, niece, cousin, aunt, and friend had just turned 26 when she was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on May 3, 2010. She was always smiling even through all of her pain and kidney treatments. Monica always put others before herself and loved her family dearly....
Shirley H. Cloninger
Apr 22, 2010
Mt. Holly- Shirley Hoyle Cloninger, 70 of 301 Craig Street passed away April 22, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. She was a native of Gaston County, born August 5, 1939 to the late Bruce and Sophia Martin Ellis. She was retired from TextilesShe was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 34 yrs. William Robert Hoyle, Sr. a...
Jack Roper
Apr 21, 2010
Gastonia- Jack Roper, 82 of 2017 Willimax Avenue, Gastonia went home to be with the Lord April 21, 2010He was a native of Buncombe County, NC, born November 7, 1927 to the late Eva RoperJack attended North Gaston Church of God, he was retired from Rex Mill, past owner and operator of Jack's Pack-N- Go and Jack & Judy's Florist...
Dorothy T. Blake
Apr 21, 2010
Gastonia- Dorothy Tweed Blake, 85, of Gastonia went home to be with the Lord April 21, 2010She was a native of Madison County, NC, born April 1, 1925, daughter of the late William McKinley and Della Rae TweedDorothy was a member of South Gastonia Church of God, she retired from Textiles with over 40 years of service.She was preceded in...
Otis Hammonds
Apr 13, 2010
Otis Hammonds1955-2010 Gastonia-Otis Hammonds, 55, of 4708 Grier Street, passed away April 13, 2010 at his residence surrounded by his family.Otis was born in Gaston County January 17, 1955 to Bonnie Wilson Hammonds and Odell Hammonds.He was a self employed HandymanHe is preceded in death by his Father, Grandmother Emma Worley, Brothers Tommy, Willie, and Odell Jr. Hammonds.Survivors include his...

Walter E. Millwood
Apr 12, 2010
Gastonia- Walter Eli Millwood, 59, of 609 East Maple Avenue passed away April 12, 2010 at Gaston Memorial HospitalHe was the son of the late Ernest and Minnice Dockery MillwoodHe was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters, Ernest Millwood, Jr., Grady Millwood, Evelyn Griffin and Audrey RimmerMr. Millwood was a US Army veteran and in the textile...
Esphia M. Short
Apr 11, 2010
Gastonia- Mrs. Esphia McCarter Short, 88, went home to be with the Lord while surrounded by her family. She was a native of York County, born April 15, 1921 to the late Samuel Andrew and Minnie Nola Watkins McCarter. Survivors include her husband of 68 years, Leonard B ShortHer children: Darlene S Heafner and husband TerryLeonard B Short, Jr. and...
Matthew B. Putnam
Apr 11, 2010
Matthew Putnam1979-2010 Bessemer City-Matthew Boyd Putnam, 31, passed away April 11, 2010 at his residence. He was born January 18, 1979 in Gaston County, son of Peggy Boone Putnam and the late Herman PutnamHe was preceded in death by his father and grandfather, Boyd BooneMatt worked at R & H Superette for many years.Survivors include his wife of 7 years,...

Roy Davis
Apr 8, 2010
Stanley- Roy Davis, 54, passed away April 8, 2010 at his residence.Roy was a native of Buchanan County Virginia, son of the late Hobert and Annie Nipper Davis.Funeral arrangements are private.Condolences may be made to the family at www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home, 2916 Union Rd. Gastonia 704-864-5144 is serving the Thomas Family.
Kenneth R. Gaither
Apr 7, 2010
Gastonia- Kenneth Ross Gaither, 79, passed away April 7, 2010.He was the son of the late Roger B. and Julia Caskey Gaither.He is survived by his sister, Merle Gaither Costner.A memorial service will be held 7:00 pm, Friday at McAdenville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Sidney Epperson officiating.Memorials may be made to McAdenville United Methodist Church, 163 Main St.,...
Jeffery L. Mitchem
Apr 3, 2010
Gastonia- Jeffery Lynn Mitchem, 52 passed away April 3, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Gaston County, born July 6, 1957 to Joyce Long Mitchem and the late Jerrry Mitchem Jeff worked in the Heating & Air Industry. He was a member of Life of Faith FellowshipSurvivors include his wife of 27 years: Shelley Phillips Mitchemhis...
Frances B. Thomas
Apr 2, 2010
Dallas- Frances Bowman Thomas, 83, 205 North College Street, went home to be with the Lord April 2, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was affectionately known to her many students and co-workers as Mrs. Thomas She was loved dearly by her children and grandchildrenShe was a native of York County, born August 27, 1926 to the late Lonnie A....

William L. Chipps
Apr 2, 2010
Dallas-William Lawrence Chipps, 65, 108 East Gibbs Street, passed away April 2, 2010 at Robin Johnson House. He was a native of Harrison County, WV., son of the late Hartzel and Lola Frances Hull Forbus. He was a retired truck driver, and a US Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Linda Jean Jarrell ChippsMemorial service will be at a later...
Frances B. Thomas
Apr 2, 2010
Dallas- Frances Bowman Thomas, 83, 205 North College Street, went home to be with the Lord April 2, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was affectionately known to her many students and co-workers as Mrs. Thomas She was loved dearly by her children and grandchildrenShe was a native of York County, born August 27, 1926 to the late Lonnie A....
Troy C. Childers
Mar 24, 2010
Troy Childers1951-2010 Belmont- Troy Cline Childers, 58 of 1006 Catawba St, passed away March 24, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family and friends.He was born May 23, 1951 in Franklin, NC, to the late William S and Martha Childers. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Robert Earl ChildersHe served in the U.S....
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