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Brittany Michelle Scates
Dec 1, 2023
Brittany Michelle Scates, born on October 12, 2001, in Gaston County, North Carolina, sadly passed away on December 1, 2023, at CMC-Main in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was surrounded by her loving family during her final moments.Brittany had a vibrant personality that could light up any room she was in. Brittany possessed a fiery spirit and was known for her...
William Stanley Pope
Dec 1, 2023
William Stanley Pope, 79, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2023.
He was born in Gaston County, North Carolina on January 6, 1944 to the late Stanley Devest Pope and Vivanee Thomas Pope. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his sister, Beverly Waters.
Stan was an avid sports fan and his favorite...
Judy Cloninger Hoffman
Nov 29, 2023
Dallas - Judy Kay Cloninger Hoffman, 72 passed away on November 29, 2023.
She was born in Gaston County on September 18, 1951, to the late Earl and Helen Thornburg Cloninger. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her great aunt and uncle, Wilma and Rochelle Noles; her sister, Shirley Cloninger Edison...
Janice Burchfield Haas
Nov 29, 2023
Janice Ann Burchfield Haas, 65, a beloved wife, mother, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2023, at Robin Johnson House, Dallas.
Janice was born on February 28, 1958 in Cherokee County, NC to Evelyn Lucille Brackett Cook and the late Doc Winfield Burchfield. She is preceded in death by her father and a grandson, Shannon Parker.
Through the years,...
Betsy Ross Moore Howe
Nov 27, 2023
Betsy Ross Moore Howe, a beloved wife, caring mother, and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2023, at Covenant Village in Gastonia. Surrounded by her loving family, Betsy's spirit departed this world as she left behind a remarkable legacy that will forever be remembered.Born on March 23, 1931, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Betsy was the...
Jeffery Scott Watson
Nov 26, 2023
Jeffery Scott Watson, 58, passed away peacefully at his residence on November 26, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Gaston County on July 28, 1965 to the late Joseph Daniel Watson, Sr. and Thelma Galloway Watson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Teresa Deeree Watson.
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Katherine Christine Holland
Nov 22, 2023
Katherine "Kathy" Christine Holland, known to her loved ones as Kathy, peacefully passed away at her residence in Dallas, North Carolina on November 22, 2023. She was surrounded by her family during her final moments. Kathy was born on February 3, 1951, in Gaston County, North Carolina.Kathy's life was marked by dedication and commitment. She devoted 43 years of her...
William Eugene "Gene" Bryson
Nov 22, 2023
William Eugene "Gene" Bryson, a beloved member of the Gastonia community, passed away suddenly on November 22, 2023, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was born on October 3, 1942, in Gastonia, North Carolina, to his parents William Taft Bryson and Ruby Geneva Cabe Bryson. Gene was known for his dedication to his work in the textile industry as a...
Kim Buchanan
Nov 22, 2023
Kim Buchanan, a dedicated nurse with a career spanning over 40 years, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2023, at her residence in Belmont, North Carolina. Born on February 5, 1957, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, she touched the lives of countless patients and leaves behind a legacy of compassion and care.Kim began her nursing journey at CPCC, where she...
Garry Wayne Walker
Nov 22, 2023
Garry Wayne Walker, 72, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2023 with his loving family by his side.
He was born in Ashe County, North Carolina on January 14, 1951 to the late James and Joyce Walker. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Norma Walker; daughter, Felesa Walker; brothers,...
Dorothy "Dot" Armstrong Powell
Nov 21, 2023
Dorothy "Dot" Armstrong Powell, affectionately known as Ms. Dot, passed away on November 21, 2023, at Atrium Health - CMC, Main - Charlotte in North Carolina. Surrounded by her devoted and loving family, Dot's peaceful departure marked the end of a life filled with love, laughter, and service to others.Dot was born on July 8, 1931, in Gaston County, North...
Reinhard Hermann Voit
Nov 18, 2023
Reinhard Hermann Voit, 59, passed away at his residence on November 18, 2023.
He was born in Marktlegast, Germany on November 1, 1964 to Hans Willi Voit and Kunigunda Voit.
Reinhard was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hiking and fishing. He also enjoyed birdwatching and loved his dogs.
He is survived by his...
Linda Whitehurst Summers
Nov 18, 2023
Linda Carol Whitehurst Summer, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, has passed away at the age of 76. She was born on March 21, 1947 in Asheville, North Carolina to Medford John and Doris Marie Irvine Whitehurst will be remembered for her loving nature and the joy she brought to those around her.Throughout her life, Linda found...
Dwain " Big Sid" Sidney Wellman
Nov 18, 2023
Dwain Sidney Wellman, a beloved family man and retired sales professional, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his residence in Belmont. He was born on November 8, 1946, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Sidney had an extraordinary career working at Web-Don, Inc. and was well-respected among his colleagues and clients. However, it was...
Paul Edward Blanton
Nov 14, 2023
Paul Edward Blanton, 86, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2023 at Robin Johnson House surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Cleveland County on April 30, 1937 to the late Saul and Mamie Blanton. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by five brothers and four sisters.
Paul was a...
Kay Porter Eason
Nov 14, 2023
Gastonia – Kay Porter Eason, passed away on November 14, 2023 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Gaston County, on December 17, 1954 to the late Gerald Leroy Porter and Elizabeth Inez Abee Porter. She is preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, James Clyde” Jimmy” Eason, Jr., her son Jason Eason, siblings, Randy, Theresa,...
Toni Cline Burnham
Nov 12, 2023
Dallas – Toni Marie Cline Burnham, 86, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at TerraBella Cramer Mountain.
She was born June 5, 1937 in Dallas, North Carolina and is the daughter of the late John Kelly Cline and Virginia Lane Cline. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 65 wonderful years, Stanley Malcolm Burnham, who died...
Marilyn Summey Finger
Nov 10, 2023
Marilyn Summey Finger passed away on November 10, 2023, in Anderson, South Carolina. She was born on May 20, 1931, in Gaston County, North Carolina to Ralph Eugene Summey and Pearl Jenkins Summey.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert Joseph Finger, Sr., her brothers, Ralph E. Summey, Jr and wife Rachel, and William Summey. She...
Cheryl Kelly Hedgepath
Nov 6, 2023
Dallas – Cheryl Ann Kelly Hedgepath, 65, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
She was born April 24, 1958 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina and is the daughter of the late Elmer Eugene Kelly and Aloha Jean Thompkinson Kelly. She is also preceded in death by her daughter, Tracy Lee Hedgepath and...
Thomas "Tom" Ollen Hulcey
Nov 6, 2023
Thomas "Tom" Ollen Hulcey, a renowned painter and beloved member of the community, passed away on November 6, 2023, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was an exceptional individual who left a lasting impact on the world through his talent and dedication to his craft.Born on May 2, 1945, in Gaston County, North Carolina, Tom's passion for painting developed at...
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