Obituaries

Steven Jerome Welch

Steven Jerome Welch

Mar 11, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Welch, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, who passed away on March 11, 2025. Born on July 4, 1966, in Gastonia, NC, Steven spent many years in Lawrenceville, GA, devotedly caring for his parents.

He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Welch, and is survived by...

David James Brockman

David James Brockman

Mar 11, 2025

David James Brockman, born on January 6, 1968, in Elgin, Illinois, passed away on March 11, 2025, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He lived a life full of passion and dedication, which reflected in both his career and personal interests.

He was an accomplished musician, serving as the organist at St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. His contributions...

April Hanson Jordan

April Hanson Jordan

Mar 10, 2025

April Hanson Jordan, 46, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025, at her residence with her loving family by her side.

She was born in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, on May 3, 1978 to Earl and Shirleen Hanson. April is preceded in death by her grandparents, Bill and Aileen Carr; and Patricia and Earl Hanson, Sr.

April was a friend to everyone...

Nicholas David Hipp

Nicholas David Hipp

Mar 9, 2025

Nicholas David Hipp, born on January 3, 1997, in Gaston County, North Carolina, left this world far too soon on March 9, 2025. He was a loving son, brother, and father whose impact will be felt deeply by everyone who knew him.

Nicholas was not just a talented young man; he was building engineer but also a devoted family man. He...

Gerald "Jack" Jackson Huggins

Gerald "Jack" Jackson Huggins

Mar 8, 2025

Gerald "Jack" Jackson Huggins, a dedicated businessman and cherished family member, passed away on March 8, 2025, at Atrium Health in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Born on June 26, 1938, in Gaston County, Jack lived a life marked by hard work and devotion to his craft, as well as to his family.

For more than five decades, Jack owned and operated Ideal...

James Robert Barnes

James Robert Barnes

Mar 8, 2025

James Robert Barnes, Jr., 69, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Gaston County, North Carolina, on October 17, 1955 to the late James Robert Barnes, Sr. and Joan Chaney Barnes.

James enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and was an NRA Ambassador. He had a great and memorable sense of humor and loved to...

James David Terry

James David Terry

Mar 2, 2025

James David Terry, 39, a cherished husband, father, and friend, was born on June 9, 1985, in Gaston County, North Carolina. He embarked on a journey that would be marked by love, laughter, and a deep commitment to his family and community. Sadly, James departed this world on March 2, 2025, at Atrium Health CMC-Main, surrounded by his devoted and...

Troy Wayne Coleman

Troy Wayne Coleman

Mar 2, 2025

Troy Wayne Coleman, 49, passed away suddenly on March 2, 2025 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. 

He was born in Gaston County, on February 10, 1976 to the late Ted Wayne Jenkins and Juanita Coleman Jenkins.

 

He loved spending time with his family and making many happy memories that will be cherished by all who knew and loved him. Troy was an...

Dana Lee Hanna Gibson

Dana Lee Hanna Gibson

Mar 2, 2025

Dana Lee Hanna Gibson, 63, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025 with her loving family by her side at the Robin Johnson House. 

She was born in Gaston County, on July 29, 1961 to the late James Ralph McCutcheon and Bobbie Cline. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Jonathan Gibson, her brothers, Jonathan...

Lisa Fulbright Johnson

Lisa Fulbright Johnson

Feb 28, 2025

Lisa Fulbright Johnson, 63, passed away on February 28, 2025. She was born in Gaston County on November 23, 1961, to the late Billy and Kaye Fulbright. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Stephen Gowan; brother, Billy Fulbright; and sister, Lynn Fulbright.

Lisa really loved everyone she met and knew. The love of her...

Anne Hancock Crews

Anne Hancock Crews

Feb 26, 2025

Anne Hancock Crews, 89, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025 with her loving family by her side. 

 

She was born in Towns County, Georgia on December 16, 1935 to the late Anderson and Dorothy Hancock. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Robbie Owens; and her brothers, Tony Hunt and Larry Hancock. 

 

Anne was a...

Eddie Lee Dean, Jr.

Eddie Lee Dean, Jr.

Feb 23, 2025

Eddie Lee Dean, Jr., 50, passed away suddenly February 23, 2025, due to an automobile wreck.

 He was born in Gaston County, on June 9, 1974 to the Wanda Stafford Dean and the late Eddie Lee Dean, Sr. 

 Eddie was a fun, loving son, father and brother. He was self-employed in the fence business. Eddie never met a stranger and enjoyed spending...

Steven Wayne Wright

Steven Wayne Wright

Feb 18, 2025

Bessemer City – Steven (Steve) Wayne Wright, 68, went to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

Steve was born in Columbia, SC on February 1, 1957, a son of the late Kenneth Bryan Wright and Mary Daphine Wright. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Robby Robinson.

Steve was a very loving and compassionate...

Carlton Keith Dawes

Carlton Keith Dawes

Feb 17, 2025

Carlton Keith Dawes, 69, passed away suddenly on February 17, 2025.  

He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late James and Gelena Dawes. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Marty Dawes.

He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a member of Stanley Pentecostal Church. He was an commercial...

Bobby Reid Simmons

Bobby Reid Simmons

Feb 17, 2025

Bobby Reid Simmons, 80, passed away peacefully February 17, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. 

 

He was born in Woodruff, South Carolina on March 7, 1944 to the late George and Edna Simmons. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings, William Simmons, Marshall Simmons, Thomas Simmons, and Jean Hardin; great-grandson, Max; and his brother-in-law and...

Karina Isis Michelle Jones

Karina Isis Michelle Jones

Feb 16, 2025

Karina Isis Michelle Jones, 23, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on February 16th, 2025. Karina was a bright and curious soul who had a free spirit that inspired many. 

Karina was a tattoo artist at Luna Beauty Collective, where she had a private suite and worked hard with grace and talent. Many of her friends and family members have some of...

Margaret Deason Hayes

Margaret Deason Hayes

Feb 15, 2025

Margaret Deason Hayes, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 7, 1947, in Lincoln County, North Carolina, Margaret's remarkable journey through life was characterized not only by her industrious career at Firestone, where she retired after many dedicated years, but also...

Larry Charles Bryson

Larry Charles Bryson

Feb 13, 2025

Larry Charles Bryson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence on February 13, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on November 5, 1944, in Gaston County, North Carolina, Larry dedicated his life to his family and his work. He was the owner and operator of Bryson Machinery Movers & Riggers, Inc., a business that...

Cindy Lee McGaha

Cindy Lee McGaha

Feb 11, 2025

Cindy Lee McGaha, 67, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025 at her residence with her loving family by her side, 

She was born in Gaston County, North Carolina on April 26, 1957 to the late Walter and Dorothy McGaha. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, David McGaha and his wife, Blanche, Donnie McGaha,...

David Leonard Thornburg

David Leonard Thornburg

Feb 9, 2025

David Leonard “Butch” Thornburg, born on February 2, 1951, in Gaston County, passed away on February 9, 2025, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth and creativity that touched the hearts of all who knew him.

A veteran of the U.S. Army, Butch dedicated his life to service and community. His...