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Obituaries
Robert "Bob" Leon Barton
Oct 22, 2023
Robert “Bob” Leon Barton, 80, passed away at CaroMont Regional Medical Center on October 22, 2023 with his loving family by his side.
He was born in Gaston County on November 9, 1942 to the late Thomas and Irene Barton. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Jerry Rankin.
Bob proudly served...
Cyrus Lee Blakney
Oct 21, 2023
Cyrus Lee Blakney, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on October 21, 2023, at his residence in Stanley, North Carolina. He was born in Appleton, Wisconsin on July 3, 2012, and was only eleven years old at the time of his untimely departure.
Cyrus, affectionately known as Baby Dude to those who held him closest, was a wonderful,...
Susan Stewart Fowler
Oct 21, 2023
Susan Stewart Fowler, 69, passed away peacefully on October 21,2023 at home with her loving husband, Ken, by her side.
Susan was born on March 16, 1954 in Gaston County to the late Ray and Daisy Sparks Stewart. She was a devoted wife, mother and friend. Susan worked for Homelite Corporation in Gastonia for many years. She...
Herman Erastus Beaty
Oct 16, 2023
Herman Erastus Beaty, 97, a dedicated patriot soldier, loving husband, father, and grandpaw, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 16, 2023. He was born on January 20, 1926, in Gaston County, North Carolina. Herman's remarkable career spanned several decades. He retired from Burlington Industries in Cramerton, specifically the Mayflower Plant, after 35 years of dedicated service. After his retirement...
David Stuart Wiedeman
Oct 13, 2023
David Stewart Wiedeman, 91, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 13, 2023.
He was born in Bronx, New York, on August 12, 1932 to the late Bernard and May Wiedeman.
David proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and he was known to be a humble man who preferred to keep things...
Joshua Ryan Addington
Oct 6, 2023
Joshua Ryan Addington, known to his loved ones as Josh, passed away on October 6, 2023 in Dallas, North Carolina. He was a devoted son, a doting father, and a cherished friend. Born on January 18, 1984 in Gaston County, Josh brought immense joy and warmth into the lives of those around him.Josh was a 2002 graduate of East...
Charles Raymond Groves
Oct 2, 2023
Charles Raymond Groves, a beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend, passed away on October 2, 2023, at his residence. Born on November 17, 1972, in Gaston County, North Carolina, Charles brought joy and laughter into the lives of those around him. He was a compassionate and caring individual who had an extraordinary impact on the people fortunate enough...
Jeffrey Dan Barlowe
Sep 30, 2023
Jeffrey Dan Barlowe, 69, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2023.
Jeff was born in Gaston County on June 2, 1954 to the late Walter J. “Bill” Barlowe, Jr. & Jane Gordon Barlowe.
Jeff devoted his life to service. He was an ambulance driver for the Gaston County Life Saving Crew & later transitioned into...
Paul Ervin Anderson
Sep 27, 2023
Paul Ervin. Anderson, 43, of Belmont, passed away at his residence on September 27, 2023.
He was born on August 17, 1980 in Cleveland County to the late, John Charles Anderson and Pamela Hullender.
Paul had a smile that would light up a room. He was very social and never met a stranger. Paul made everyone that...
Alan Douglas Stewart
Sep 26, 2023
Alan Douglas Stewart, a wonderful and talented artist, has passed away at his residence on September 26, 2023. Born on July 19, 1951, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, Alan's artistic pursuits brought joy to those around him throughout his life.
Alan was a devoted son to his parents, Jesse Harrison Stewart Jr. and Ellen Nicholson Stewart. They provided unwavering...
Betty Blackwell Jenkins
Sep 26, 2023
Betty Blackwell Jenkins, a beloved member of the Gaston County community and a dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 26, 2023. She was surrounded by her loving family during her final moments. Betty lived a remarkable life and leaves behind cherished memories that will forever be held dear.Born on July 22, 1929 in Kings Mountain,...
Jerry Keith Barnhill
Sep 23, 2023
Jerry Keith Barnhill, beloved son, brother, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2023, at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas, North Carolina. He was born on January 10, 1942, to his loving parents Robert Joseph Barnhill and Arlene Tscheiller Barnhill. Jerry's departure leaves a void in the hearts of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.Throughout...
Kathy Manlove
Sep 22, 2023
Barbara Catherine “Kathy” Kancar Manlove, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her family on September 22, 2023. She was born on February 9, 1944, in New Castle, Delaware.Kathy's life was dedicated to community service. She spent a significant amount of her time working for the betterment of her community and found great...
Helen Boone Heilig
Sep 19, 2023
McAdenville - Helen Boone Heilig, 86, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2023 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center with her loving family by her side.
She was born on March 18, 1937 in Gaston County to the late Johnny and Edna Boone. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lewis...
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,...
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