Obituaries

Matthew B. Putnam

Matthew B. Putnam

Apr 11, 2010

Matthew Putnam1979-2010 Bessemer City-Matthew Boyd Putnam, 31, passed away April 11, 2010 at his residence. He was born January 18, 1979 in Gaston County, son of Peggy Boone Putnam and the late Herman PutnamHe was preceded in death by his father and grandfather, Boyd BooneMatt worked at R & H Superette for many years.Survivors include his wife of 7 years,...

Esphia M. Short

Esphia M. Short

Apr 11, 2010

Gastonia- Mrs. Esphia McCarter Short, 88, went home to be with the Lord while surrounded by her family. She was a native of York County, born April 15, 1921 to the late Samuel Andrew and Minnie Nola Watkins McCarter. Survivors include her husband of 68 years, Leonard B ShortHer children: Darlene S Heafner and husband TerryLeonard B Short, Jr. and...

Roy Davis

Roy Davis

Apr 8, 2010

Stanley- Roy Davis, 54, passed away April 8, 2010 at his residence.Roy was a native of Buchanan County Virginia, son of the late Hobert and Annie Nipper Davis.Funeral arrangements are private.Condolences may be made to the family at www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home, 2916 Union Rd. Gastonia 704-864-5144 is serving the Thomas Family.

Kenneth R. Gaither

Kenneth R. Gaither

Apr 7, 2010

Gastonia- Kenneth Ross Gaither, 79, passed away April 7, 2010.He was the son of the late Roger B. and Julia Caskey Gaither.He is survived by his sister, Merle Gaither Costner.A memorial service will be held 7:00 pm, Friday at McAdenville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Sidney Epperson officiating.Memorials may be made to McAdenville United Methodist Church, 163 Main St.,...

Jeffery L. Mitchem

Jeffery L. Mitchem

Apr 3, 2010

Gastonia- Jeffery Lynn Mitchem, 52 passed away April 3, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Gaston County, born July 6, 1957 to Joyce Long Mitchem and the late Jerrry Mitchem Jeff worked in the Heating & Air Industry. He was a member of Life of Faith FellowshipSurvivors include his wife of 27 years: Shelley Phillips Mitchemhis...

Frances B. Thomas

Frances B. Thomas

Apr 2, 2010

Dallas- Frances Bowman Thomas, 83, 205 North College Street, went home to be with the Lord April 2, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was affectionately known to her many students and co-workers as Mrs. Thomas She was loved dearly by her children and grandchildrenShe was a native of York County, born August 27, 1926 to the late Lonnie A....

Frances B. Thomas

Frances B. Thomas

Apr 2, 2010

Dallas- Frances Bowman Thomas, 83, 205 North College Street, went home to be with the Lord April 2, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was affectionately known to her many students and co-workers as Mrs. Thomas She was loved dearly by her children and grandchildrenShe was a native of York County, born August 27, 1926 to the late Lonnie A....

William L. Chipps

William L. Chipps

Apr 2, 2010

Dallas-William Lawrence Chipps, 65, 108 East Gibbs Street, passed away April 2, 2010 at Robin Johnson House. He was a native of Harrison County, WV., son of the late Hartzel and Lola Frances Hull Forbus. He was a retired truck driver, and a US Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Linda Jean Jarrell ChippsMemorial service will be at a later...

Troy C. Childers

Troy C. Childers

Mar 24, 2010

Troy Childers1951-2010 Belmont- Troy Cline Childers, 58 of 1006 Catawba St, passed away March 24, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family and friends.He was born May 23, 1951 in Franklin, NC, to the late William S and Martha Childers. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Robert Earl ChildersHe served in the U.S....

Marshall Barker

Marshall Barker

Mar 22, 2010

GastoniaMr. Marshall Barker, 52, of 4535 Crowders Crest Drive, Gastonia passed away Monday, March 22, 2010 at his residence.He was a native of Gaston County, born June 23, 1957, son of the late J.D. and Peggy Deal Barker.Survivors include his children,Matthew Barker and Amiee BarkerSoulmate, Debra Matthews and a bestfriend since 3rd grade, Rodney Hawkins; Sister, Deborah Ann Barker and...

Carolyn W. Jones

Carolyn W. Jones

Mar 18, 2010

Carolyn Jones1949-2010 Dallas-Carolyn Wooten Jones, 61, of 600 E. Henry Street, Belmont formerly of Dallas passed away March 18, 2010 at her daughters residence.She was born March 3, 1949 in Gaston County.Carolyn was a homemaker.She was preceded in death by her sisters: Mary Houser and Deborah Wooten; brothers, Richard Dale Wooten and Eric Todd WootenSurvivors include her daughter, Donna Lynn...

Susan W. Penley

Susan W. Penley

Mar 18, 2010

Susan Wilson Penley1965-2010 Belmont-Susan Denine Wilson Penley, 45, of 2010 A Castleton Court, Belmont died Thursday, March 18, 2010 at her residence.She was born February 11, 1965 in Gaston County, daughter of the late James Hoyt Wilson, Jr. and Billie Jean CookSusan worked at Wix Corp., Dana Plant for over 17 yrs.,she was a member of the M. S. Foundation...

Jenny C. Meredith

Jenny C. Meredith

Mar 15, 2010

Lincolnton- Virginia Lucille Crisp 'Jenny' Meredith, 73, passed away March 15, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. She was a native of Gaston County, daughter of the late John Arville and Blanche Curtis Crisp. She was the owner of a Printing Business. She received her Business degree from York Technical College in computer program.She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Edgar H. Herms

Edgar H. Herms

Mar 15, 2010

Gastonia-Edgar Henderson Herms, went to his heavenly home at the age of 95 at Belaire Health Care Center on March 15, 2010. He was a native of Gaston County, born September 14, 1914 to the late William Henderson and Molly Cloninger Herms. He was retired from Rex Mill #1 with over 40 yrs. service. He was the oldest lifelong member...

Edward L. Cobb

Edward L. Cobb

Mar 9, 2010

Gastonia-Edward Lee Cobb, 45, of 2619 Sherry Lane., Gastonia passed away. He was a native of Oklahoma City, son of Edward and Betty Phillips Cobb. He was a retired truck driver and Police Officer. He served in the Army and National Guard Private interment will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery, LincolntonWithers and Whisenant Funeral Home, 2916 Union Rd Gastonia, 704-864-5144...

Mae B. Sigmon

Mae B. Sigmon

Mar 9, 2010

Mae Sigmon1912-2010 Mrs. Mae Barrier Sigmon, 98, of 2300 Aberdeen Blvd., passed away March 8, 2010 at the Gaston Memorial HospitalShe was born February 2, 1912 in Avery County, daughter of the late Grady and Minnie Biggerstaff BarrierShe was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands Alexander Cromwell Cashion and Jake Sigmon, her children, Sarah Barnes, Hazel Payne, Doris...

Robert J. Steiner

Robert J. Steiner

Mar 9, 2010

Gastonia- Robert James Steiner, 56, passed away March 9, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. He was born August 22, 1953 and was the son of the late George and Phyllis Strong Steiner.Services are Private.Condolences may be made to the family at www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.comWithers and Whisenant Funeral Home, 2916 Union Rd. Gastonia, 704-864-5144 is serving the Steiner Family.

Rebecca S. Eagan

Rebecca S. Eagan

Mar 8, 2010

Dallas- Rebecca Sue Eagan, 50, passed away March 8, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital.She was a native of Macon County, IL born August 28, 1959 to Walter Raymond and Patricia Ann Scroggins.She is preceded in death by her Maternal Grandmother: Olive Fern Jones, Paternal Grandmother: Mae Scroggins Baker and Paternal Grandfather: Nelson Scroggins.Survivors include: her parents; her former husband and...

Judy P. Mckee

Judy P. Mckee

Mar 7, 2010

DALLAS - Judy Paulette McKee, 55, of 322 Pine Street, Dallas, passed away March 7, 2010 at the Robin Johnson House.She was born March 19, 1954, in Mecklenburg County, daughter of the late Lewis Parks and Jessie Mae Anderson MooreShe was preceded in death by her parents, and a sister, Diane Phillips.Judy was a member of Dallas Foursquare Gospel Church,...

Keith A. Smith

Keith A. Smith

Mar 7, 2010

Keith Smith1949-2010 Mt. Holly-Keith Adrian Smith, 61, passed away March 7, 2010 at Gaston Memorial Hospital.He was born January 21, 1949 in Lenior County, son of the late William L. and Mertie Wilson SmithKeith served in the Army during the Vietnam WarHe was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Larry SmithSurvivors include his wife, Audrey Allen Smith;Daughters: Loretta...

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