Obituaries
Evelyn Jeanette Hicks
Jan 12, 2025
Evelyn Jeanette Hicks, 65, passed away peacefully at her residence on January 12, 2025.
She was born in Gaston County, North Carolina on March 21, 1959 to the late Johnnie and Etta Eaton. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her grandson, Alex Garcia.
Evelyn was a loving and caring person who never met a stranger. She was...
Nancy Baucom Carpenter
Jan 11, 2025
Gastonia – Nancy Baucom Carpenter, 94, went home to be with her Lord on January 11, 2025 at Peak Resources surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Gaston County on April 9, 1930 to the late Hiram Baucom and Virginia Barnes Baucom. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband of 71 years, Joe Leonard...
Anne Haddock Stokes
Jan 11, 2025
Anne Haddock Stokes, 78, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025 at her residence with her loving family by her side.
She was a native of Pitt County, North Carolina, born February 6, 1946 to the late Robert and Louisa Haddock. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Melvin Broughton Stokes.
Anne...
Nicole "Nikki" Matlock Johnston
Jan 9, 2025
Nikki Matlock Johnston (1971–2025) was a loving mother, wife, daughter, and friend to all who had the privilege of sharing life with her. She was born in Nashville, Tennessee, and raised by her parents, Richard and Rachel Matlock, alongside her wonderful sister and lifelong friend,
Dawne (Rob) Harris. Nikki attended Hillwood High School, and graduated from Hillsborough High School in 1989. While attending Middle Tennessee...
Victoria "Vickie" Patterson Moore
Jan 8, 2025
Victoria “Vickie” Elizabeth Patterson Moore, a cherished mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025, at her daughter’s home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 5, 1930, in Cleveland County, Vickie dedicated her life to her family and her passions, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.
Throughout her career, Vickie worked in textiles, devoting...
Cinda Keener Harris
Jan 7, 2025
Cinda Michele Harris, 50, passed away on January 7, 2025 at her residence in Belmont, North Carolina. She was born in Lakeland, Florida on February 8, 1974 to the late Ronald and Mary Keener.
She loved her one and only grandson, Kayden, and her family as best she could.
Cinda is survived by her daughter, Haley Nicole Harris; son, Blair Eugene Harris;...
Carol Ann Baker
Jan 7, 2025
Carol Ann Baker, 86, passed away peacefully at Atrium Pineville on January 7, 2025.
She was born in Yonkers, NY on December 24, 1938 to the late George and Ethel McMahon. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 45 years, George J. Baker, Jr.; siblings, Beverley Marsh, George McMahon, and Charles McMahon.
Carol was...
Nicole "Nikki" Beatty Simonds
Jan 6, 2025
Nicole "Nikki" Beatty Simonds, a beloved member of her community, passed away on January 6, 2025, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on October 17, 1978, in Gaston County, North Carolina, she was known for her vibrant spirit and infectious smile that brought joy to all who knew her. She is preceded in...
James Boyce Falls
Jan 2, 2025
James Boyce Falls, 74, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025 at the Robin Johnson House with his loving family by his side.
He was born in Gaston County on October 25, 1950 to the late James and Mildred Boling Falls.
Boyce enjoyed farming and working in his garden. He also enjoyed trips to the beach, especially with his granddaughters. He loved...
Edward Lee Gholson
Dec 29, 2024
Edward Lee Gholson, 82, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024 at Atrium Health, Lincolnton, with his loving family by his side.
He was born in Gaston County on September 17, 1942 to the late Willie Briggs Gholson and Ruby Elizabeth Guthrie Gholson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his children, Gary Lee Gholson and Peggy...
Alvin Anderson Armstrong
Dec 27, 2024
Mr. Alvin Anderson Armstrong, 78, of Franklin, NC passed away Friday, December 27, 2024.
Alvin was born in Gaston County, North Carolina to the late Frank and Clare Anderson Bingham Armstrong. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. Alvin was of the Baptist faith.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Mason, Herman, Paul, Jack, Linwood, Johnny, Cecil, and Thurman; and two...
Francis "Frank" Brice Baumgardner
Dec 27, 2024
Francis Brice "Frank" Baumgardner, 88, passed away at his residence in Dallas, NC on December 27, 2024.
He was born in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania on August 2, 1936 to the late Franklin Caldwell Baumgardner and Edna Mae Alleman Bondowski. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Adam Brice Baumgardner; his step- children, Cherly Bryson...
Jeffrey Lee Riecken, II
Dec 26, 2024
Jeffrey Lee Riecken, II, 46, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on December 20, 1978 to Jeffrey Lee Riecken, Sr. and Judith Byers Riecken.
Jeffrey was a highly skilled electrician and he was known to be very quick and efficient with his work. He could fix anything he saw that...
Gary "Mike" Jenkins
Dec 23, 2024
Gary Michael “Mike” Jenkins, 72 passed away unexpectedly on December 23, 2024 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was a native of Gaston County, born on October 23, 1952 to the late Betty Blackwell Jenkins and Charles Bost Jenkins. Mike was retired from Duke Power.
Mike enjoyed playing the guitar, racing, gaming and his many trips to the beach, where he...
Donna Kaye Buchanan Nichols
Dec 23, 2024
Donna Buchanan Nichols, age 63 peacefully transitioned on December 23, 2024 surrounded by her family at Caromont Regional Hospital in Gastonia, NC.
She was born October 17, 1961 to Kathleen & James Buchanan. Donna was a graduate of Gaston College and served as an executive assistant at Gaston Memorial Hospital before becoming a wife, mother, and homemaker.
She is preceded in death...
Ricky Maxwell Thomas
Dec 16, 2024
Ricky Maxwell Thomas, 71, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024 with his loving family by his side.
He was born in Union County, North Carolina, on November 18, 1953 to the late T.C. Thomas, Jr. and Roxie Helms Thomas. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 38 years, Cathy Todd Thomas; and...
Mary Ruth Freeman Fletcher
Dec 14, 2024
Mary Ruth Freeman Fletcher, 101, was born in White County, Georgia, March 22, 1923, passed on December 14, 2024, at Brookdale Senior Living, New Hope. The family moved to Gastonia when she was a young girl in 1926 during the roaring 1920’s. The family lived in the Mutual Mill village and attended Temple Baptist Church almost from its inception in...
Carla Dalrymple Queen
Dec 14, 2024
Carla Dalrymple Queen, 75, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024, with her daughters by her side.
She was born in Gaston County on February 5, 1949. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wayne Jackson Queen.
Carla was a true caregiver who cared for everyone above herself. She was simple and humble. Carla...
Carolyn Mosteller Hilderbrand
Dec 14, 2024
Carolyn Darlene Mosteller Hilderbrand, 70, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024 at her residence with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Gaston County on December 12, 1954 to the late Sylvester Mosteller and Gladys Morgan Mosteller. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Robert and Tommy Mosteller, sisters, Nancy Blalock...
Norma Ruth Hobbs Moore
Dec 13, 2024
Norma Ruth Hobbs Moore, 85, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024 in Kernersville, North Carolina with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Guilford County on January 16, 1939 to the late Bernie Edward Hobbs and Alma Mae Markland Hobbs. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Donald Moore; son,...
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