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Becky Russell Barr
Sep 18, 2023
Becky Russell Barr, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, has passed away at the age of 76. She was born on August 7, 1947, in Gaston County to the late James Dolan and Pauline Ford Russell. Becky will be remembered for her loving nature and the joy she brought to those around her.Throughout her life, Becky found fulfillment...
Trudie Webb Elliott
Sep 18, 2023
Gastonia - Trudie Webb Elliott, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on September 18, 2023, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, North Carolina. She was born on October 28, 1960, in Gaston County. Trudie's vibrant spirit and loving nature touched the lives of everyone she encountered.Trudie dedicated 23 years of her life to working as a...
Creed Eugene Rollins, Sr.
Sep 17, 2023
Creed E. Rollins Sr., 75, of Pemberville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023.
He was born in Gastonia, North Carolina on March 2, 1948 to Lonzo and Blondell (Burnett) Rollins.
Creed graduated from Hunter Huss High School and would later move up to the Toledo area and raise his family. He worked as...
Russell Duane Dennis, Jr.
Sep 16, 2023
Russell Duane Dennis, Jr, 65, of York, South Carolina, passed away on September 16, 2023 at his residence.
He was born in Jacksonville, Florida, to the late Russell Duane Dennis, Sr. and Therese Hedrick Dennis.
Russell lived most of his life in Gastonia and was a devout Christian. He worked as a painter all of...
Nancy Gragg Laver
Sep 14, 2023
Gastonia - Nancy Gragg Laver, a beloved tax accountant and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2023. She was born on August 6, 1935, in Gaston County, North Carolina to Ernest and Myrtle Shaver Gragg.Nancy devoted her entire career to the field of accounting, working primarily in the family businesses Centralized Accounting and Accutrol Accounting. With her...
Pearson Reese Whitaker
Sep 13, 2023
Our beloved son, Pearson Reese Whitaker, 23, of Gastonia, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at his home in Palm Coast, Florida.
Pearson is survived by his parents John and Amy Whitaker of Gastonia; Siblings, Ian Whitaker, Peyton Whitaker, Madison Whitaker, and Kristin Cox, as well as her husband Corey. Nieces, and nephews,, Lukas•Hayes Cala,...
Jerry Linwood Autry
Sep 13, 2023
Jerry Linwood Autry, 88, of Lowell, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2023 at Robin Johnson Hospice House surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Gaston County on July 14, 1935 to the late E. Linnox and Lula Helen Bowen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Grace Autry;...
Lois Pasour Withers
Sep 10, 2023
Lois Pasour Withers 84, of Dallas passed away on September 10, 2023.
She was born on November 18, 1938 to the late Collie Otto Pasour and Ethel Rhyne Pasour.
Lois retired from Curtain and Drapery in Lowell and enjoyed making desserts for the WoodShed in Stanley for many years.
She is survived by...
JoAnn Hines Lemmons
Sep 10, 2023
JoAnn Hines Lemmons, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, has passed away at the age of 85. She was born on April 11, 1938, in York, South Carolina to Paul Hines and Ruby Lanning Hines. JoAnn will be remembered for her loving nature and the joy she brought to those around her.Throughout her life, JoAnn found fulfillment in...
Sheila Lawing Burnette
Sep 8, 2023
Sheila Lawing Burnette, a beloved member of her community, passed away on September 8, 2023, at Atrium Health-Main in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was surrounded by her loving family during her final moments. Sheila was born on August 15, 1948 in Gaston County to the late David and Beuna "Dimp" Lawing.During her career, Sheila devoted many years to working at...
Merline Drum Burris
Sep 7, 2023
Merline Drum Burris, 81, of Gastonia, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2023 with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Gaston County on June 24, 1942 to the late Annie Watson. In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 42 years, James Burris, Jr.; daughters, Lisa...
Jeffrey Lee Selph
Sep 7, 2023
Gastonia - Jeffrey Lee Selph, 47, of Gastonia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at Atrium Health-Main, Charlotte with his beloved family by his side.
He was born January 13, 1976 in Melbourne, Florida. He is preceded in death by his three sisters, Sonya Holt, Leslie Wyke and Jennifer Selph.
Jeffrey was a loving husband, father,...
Mark Adley Brendle
Sep 7, 2023
Belmont - Mark Adley Brendle, a beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 7, 2023. Born in Gaston County, North Carolina on May 11, 1956, Mark had a remarkable and fulfilling life that touched the hearts of countless people.Mark's journey through life was marked by versatility and dedication. Throughout his career, he embraced various...
Michael Richard Emory
Sep 4, 2023
Michael Richard Emory, a beloved family man and a dedicated member of the community, passed away on September 4, 2023, at his residence. Michael was born on March 25, 1972, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. He was the son of Cynthia Edwards Emory and the late Ted Wayne Emory.Growing up, Michael graduated from West Mecklenburg High School and Gaston...
Glenda Mae Russell
Sep 1, 2023
Belmont-Glenda Mae Russell, 80 of Belmont NC passed away peacefully on Friday, September 1, 2023.
Glenda was born May 17, 1943, in Charlotte, NC to Rev. Henry Glenn Russell and Willie Caldwell Russell, both deceased. She had two siblings, Judy Trantham; sister, and Glenn Steven Russell; brother who both preceded her in death.
Glenda is survived by her sister...
Robert Keven Lindsey
Sep 1, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Keven Lindsey, born on August 25, 1974, and peacefully left this world on September 1, 2023. Robert was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.Robert was born in Frankfurt, Germany. From...
Raymond Michael Jarvis
Aug 28, 2023
Raymond Michael Jarvis, 58, of Gastonia, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 28, 2023 at his residence with his beloved wife by his side.
He was born in East Chicago, Indiana on October 22, 1964 to the late Kenneth and Toshiko Jarvis.
Ray was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, friend, mentor, and coach. After...
Walter "Walt" Clarence Tomlinson, Jr.
Aug 27, 2023
Belmont, NC - Walter "Walt" Clarence Tomlinson, Jr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2023, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was born on October 3, 1932, to the late Walter C. Tomlinson, Sr. and Melissa Reece Tomlinson in East Bend, North Carolina. He is also preceded in death by his sisters, Bertha...
Randall Benton Moody
Aug 23, 2023
Randall Benton Moody, born on August 19, 1966 in Gaston County, North Carolina, has left this world on August 23, 2023, surrounded by loved ones at Atrium - Main. Randall's passing followed a courageous battle with cancer. He was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend to many. Randall will always be remembered for his vibrant personality and his...
Geri Hammond Lindsay
Aug 20, 2023
Geri Hammond Lindsay, lovingly known as Geri, passed away on August 20, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion. She was born on July 27, 1955, in Rockford, Illinois, to the late Harold and Patricia Heagney Hammond. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Jim and Mike Hammond; and her sister,...
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