Obituaries
Cornelia Dial Bradshaw
Oct 19, 2026
Cornelia Dial Bradshaw, 82, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2026, at her residence in Gastonia, North Carolina, with her loving family by her side.
She was born on December 14, 1943 to the late Clarence and Vertie Dial. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her step-son, Gregory Bradshaw; and her brothers, Wayne Dial, Juicy Dial,...
Yates Clayton Smith
Oct 18, 2026
Yates Clayton Smith
December 14, 1942 – October 18, 2026
Yates C. Smith died Sunday, October 18, 2026. Yates was born in North Belmont, NC to Nell Cloninger Smith and James Thomas Smith.
He graduated from Belmont High School in 1960. While in high school, he enlisted in the North Carolina National Guard. He retired with 24 years of service. He worked for...
Kenneth Blankenship
Oct 17, 2026
Kenneth "Kenny" Blankenship, 78 of Stanley, NC, passed away peacefully after a long and bravely fought illness.
While our hearts are heavy with loss, we take comfort in knowing he is now free.
Kenny was born in Welch, WV, on October 14, 1948. He was an Army Veteran, a cancer survivor, a coal miner, an electrician, a welder, a fixer and builder...
Max Kelly Miller
Oct 14, 2026
Max Kelly Miller, 71, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026, at his residence in Bessemer City, North Carolina, with his loving family by his side.
He was born on March 5, 1955 to the late Cecil and Genevive Miller. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Sylvia Roach, Darlene McMickle, and Betty Watts.
Max enjoyed...
Bryan Michael Tomlin
Oct 13, 2026
Bryan Michael Tomlin, born June 1, 1978, passed away on October 13, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and will carry his memory forward with enduring affection.
Bryan’s life was rooted in the bonds of family and friends, and those relationships stand as a lasting reflection of the place he held in the hearts of so many.
Bryan’s life was...
Ronda Jean Gardner
Oct 10, 2026
Ronda Jean Gardner, born July 23, 1945, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, at Peak Resources, where she received excellent care.
Ronda was a dedicated and loving sister, mother, aunt, and helper to many. Early in her career, she was drawn to caring for others and began as a school teacher at Winecoff Elementary School in Concord, North Carolina. She...
Richard Eugene Benoy
Oct 5, 2026
Richard Eugene Benoy, 92, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 5, 2026, at Terrabella in Lincolnton, North Carolina. He was born on March 13, 1934, in Gaston County, North Carolina, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, steady work, faith, and service.
Mr. Benoy served his country in the U.S. Air Force. In...
Michael Brent Hoyle
Oct 4, 2026
Michael Brent Hoyle, 70, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife, children, and family at his bedside.
Born and raised in Dallas, North Carolina, Brent had a deep and lasting love for his hometown, his community, and the people who filled it. From his early days working at the Kwik Stop to later becoming a local...
Johnny Calbert Terry, Sr.
Oct 4, 2026
Johnny Calbert Terry, Sr. passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on October 4, 2026 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center . He was born on June 8, 1944 in Gaston County to the late John Marion Terry and Nannie Kate Stacy Terry.
Mr. Terry lived a life marked by devotion to his family, faithful service to his community, and deep enjoyment...
Patricia Ann White
Sep 30, 2026
Patricia Ann White
1936-2026
Patricia Ann White of Gastonia, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on September 30, 2026, at the age of 90.
Ann was born in Lincoln County, North Carolina, the daughter of the late Hattie Hartman. Throughout her life, Ann found joy in her family, her faith, and her creativity. She was a devoted wife and mother,...
Howard James Philbeck
Sep 29, 2026
Howard James Philbeck, 84, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026 at Belaire Health Care Center in Gastonia, with his loving family by his side.
He was born September 22, 1942, in Gaston County, to the late James and Doris Philbeck. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty Philbeck; brother Ellis; and sister...
David Scott Greene
Sep 26, 2026
David Scott Greene passed away suddenly at his residence on September 26, 2026. He was born on December 19, 1971.He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Greene; his mother, Doris Greene; and his brother, Jimmy A. Greene, Jr.
Scott worked in tree service most of his life. He attended Lenior-Rhyne College and later went to Montreal. He was known...
John Robert Hance, Jr
Sep 25, 2026
John Robert Hance, Jr. passed away peacefully at Peak Resources on September 25, 2026. He was born on January 21, 1945, and will be remembered as a hardworking man whose life reflected dedication, service, and love for his family.
John spent most of his life working as a truck driver, a path that spoke to his steady nature and strong work...
Allen Craig Logan
Sep 25, 2026
Allen Craig Logan, 73, of Belmont, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Allen was born in Topeka, Kansas, to Wendell and Bettie Logan.
At the age of 21, Allen felt called to service and prided himself on his many grand achievements in the U.S. Air Force. Master Sergeant Allen C. Logan, USAF...
Susan Dawn Loyd
Sep 22, 2026
Susan Dawn Adams Loyd, age 69, of Clover, SC went to be with the Lord on September 22, 2026, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 5, 1956, in Lynchburg, Virginia; She grew up in Gretna, Virginia and moved to Vinton, VA, once married.
Susan lived a life rooted in faith, family, and...
Keith Garland Price
Sep 21, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that the family announces that at the age of 77, Keith Garland Price, lost his battle with lung cancer at 6:50 pm on September 21, 2026, while at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Gaston County, North Carolina, on July 24, 1949 to the late Willard and Carrie Price. In addition to his...
Michael Allen Withers
Sep 19, 2026
Michael Allen Withers, 64, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, at the Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House in Rock Hill, South Carolina, with his loving family by his side. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on July 11, 1962.
Michael was an avid sports fan, especially of the Steelers and Panthers. He enjoyed watching college football, coaching kids’ sports, and...
William "Bill" Franklin Brewer
Sep 14, 2026
William “Bill” Franklin Brewer, 83, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, at Atrium Hospital in Lincolnton, with his loving family by his side. He was born in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on November 26, 1942, to the late William and Matha Bandy.
Services will be private.
Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is...
Verlon "Buddy" Edison Smith
Sep 13, 2026
Verlon Edison “Buddy” Smith died Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Charlotte following a long illness.
He was born in Gastonia, North Carolina, on June 21, 1938, to the late Belton and Nina Smith.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian Juanita Houser Smith; his parents, Belton Ray and Nina Moses Smith; a brother, Alvin...
Paul Rodney Fore
Sep 13, 2026
Rodney Fore passed away on September 13, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 18, 1939.
Rodney was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother whose life was marked by faith, family, hard work, and the enjoyment of time spent with others. He was a member of City Church and found great...
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