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Leola Smith Beaty
May 4, 2022
Leola Smith Beaty Leola was born September 1, 1933, in Gaston County NC, and entered into her heavenly home May 4, 2022, surrounded by her family. Leola was the daughter of the late: Andrew J Smith and Sarah Ellen Peavy Smith of Cramerton NC. The youngest of 9 children. Leola is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 46...
Nancy Carol Kiser Garrison
May 4, 2022
Nancy Carol Kiser Garrison1951 -2022Dallas – Nancy Carol Kiser Garrison, 70, passed away on May 3, 2022, at Atrium Health-Lincolnton. She was born in Gaston County, on July 26, 1951, to the late Roy Marvin "Pete" Kiser, Jr. and Edith Geraldine "Gerri" Wall Kiser. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 47...
Tabby Ann Thomas
May 3, 2022
Tabby Wyatt Thomas1972-2022Bessemer City – Tabatha Ann "Tabby" Wyatt Thomas, 49 passed away on May 3, 2022 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.She was born in Mecklenburg County on August 20, 1972 to Tony and Kathy Lockridge Wyatt.Tabby was preceded in death by her friend and cousin, she loved dearly Lisa Hedrick; who is waiting at the pearly gates.She had worked...
Cindy Reynolds Laton
May 1, 2022
Lincolnton – Cynthia "Cindy" Reynolds Laton, 64, passed away on May 1, 2022, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Lincoln County on January 11, 1958, to the late Paul and Annie Reynolds. Cindy was an avid gardener. She worked at Lincolnton VFW and Lincoln Country Club. She is survived by Judy Auton, Dana Roark,...
Gerald Thornburg Sr.
Apr 26, 2022
Gerald Thornburg, Sr.1942 – 2022Dallas – Gerald David Thornburg, Sr., passed away on April 26, 2022, at the age of 79. Born in Gaston County, NC on December 19, 1942. Gerald was the son of the late Grady and Mattie Thornburg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant brother, Kenneth Lamar Thornburg. Gerald graduated...
Rebecca "Becky" Jean Sherbert
Apr 26, 2022
Becky Jean Sherbert1974-2022Bessemer City – Rebecca Jean "Becky" Sherbert, 48 passed away on April 26, 2022 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.She was born in Cleveland County, on January 28, 1974 to Donna Moss Rathbone and the late Paul Rathbone. In addition to her father, she is also preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, James and Thelma Moss.Becky enjoyed making...
Kay Cook Keller
Apr 25, 2022
Kay Cook Keller1952-2022Kay Cook Keller went to be with Jesus on Monday April 25, 2022. Kay was a loving daughter, sister, mother, aunt, grandmother, and friend. She loved serving others and enjoyed making them feel special. Though she fought a tough battle with ALS her life was not defined by it. Any family facing ALS should not move through this...
Reggie Davis
Apr 24, 2022
Reggie Davis1941 - 2022Gastonia: Reginald "Reggie" Evans Davis, 80, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2022, at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Gastonia on June 5, 1941, and is the son of the late Howard and Alma Pope Davis. Reggie was a graduate of Ashley High School Class of 1959. The summer...
Cynthia Gillikin Dodge
Apr 21, 2022
Cynthia "Memaw" Gillikin Dodge, 80, was reunited with the love of her life in her final resting place in heaven on Thursday April 21, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Cynthia was born to Elmer and Lela Gillikin on September 24, 1941 in Williston North Carolina. She was raised in the small down east town with her...
Linda Perry Weatherford
Apr 21, 2022
Linda Weatherford1945-2022Linda Perry Weatherford, 76, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Courtland Terrace, Gastonia with her loving family by her side. Linda was born June 21, 1945, in Charlotte and is the daughter of the late Floyd Ellis Perry and Julia Henson Perry and was preceded in death by her loving husband of 46 years, H.D. "Buck"...
Mary "Jean" Hall Proctor
Apr 21, 2022
Jean Hall Proctor1944-2022Dallas – Mary "Jean" Hall Proctor, 77, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 21, 2022 at Atrium Health-Main, Charlotte.She was born in Victoria, Texas on July 19, 1944 to the late Elmer Cleo Hall and Bertie Mae Holland Hall. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her son,...
Aaliyah Reneelynn Davis
Apr 16, 2022
Aaliyah Reneelynn Davis2016-2022FAMILY WOULD LIKE FOR EVERYONE ATTENDING THE SERVICE TO WEAR PINK (TO HONOR AALIYAH)Gastonia – Aaliyah Reneelynn Davis, 5 years old, passed away suddenly after having heart surgery and a pacemaker on April 16, 2022 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.She was born in Mecklenburg County on May 3, 2016. Aaliyah loved singing, music, dancing and anything with Frozen...
Melissa Elaine Hilliard
Apr 13, 2022
Melissa Elaine Hilliard, 53, passed away on April 13, 2022 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Gaston County on November 7, 1969 to Clara Faye and Johnny Wood. She is preceded in death by her sister, Melinda Bynum, and her aunt who was like a mother to her, Barbara Hill. Melissa worked...
Gurline "Gurlie" Compton Lewis
Apr 11, 2022
Gurline Compton Lewis1932-2022Dallas – Gurline Compton Lewis, 89, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 11, 2022 at her residence.She was born in Comer, GA on December 22, 1932 to the late Guy T. Compton and Doris "Dot" King Compton. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her sister, Bette June...
Ann Payne Hayes Biggerstaff
Apr 8, 2022
Ann Payne Hayes Biggerstaff1938-2022Gastonia – Sarah Ann Payne Hayes Biggerstaff, 83, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 8, 2022 at the Robin Johnson House.She was born in Gaston County, NC on April 14, 1938 to the late Calvin Bert Payne and Velcie Whisenant Payne. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death...
Joan Ruth Rumfelt Hoffman
Apr 7, 2022
Joan R. Hoffman1932 - 2022Gastonia — Joan Ruth Hoffman, 89, went to be with the Lord April 7, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born May 19, 1932, in Catawba Heights, Gaston County, daughter of the late Laura Lacy Poole Rumfelt and Conner Graham Rumfelt. Joan was a humble servant of the Lord faithfully using her gift of music;...
Linda Louise Cloninger
Apr 5, 2022
Linda Louise Cloninger1947-2022Dallas – Linda Louise Cloninger, 74, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 5, 2022 at her residence.She was born in Gaston County, NC on December 9, 1947 to the late Maurice Cloninger and Carrie Deese Cloninger. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her nephew Mike Bryson.Linda retired...
Mary Ann Harvell
Apr 5, 2022
Mary Ann Harvell1943-2022Gastonia – Mary Ann Harvell, 78, passed away on April 5, 2022, at the Wellington House in Gastonia.She was born in Gaston County, NC on October 24, 1943, to the late Joseph Ernest Newman and Winnie Ingram Newman. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Boyce Millard Harvell;...
Bobby Lorentz
Apr 3, 2022
Bobby Lorentz, II1960 - 2022Bessemer City – Robert Lee "Bobby" Lorentz, II, 61, passed away suddenly on April 3, 2022, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.He was born in Gaston County on December 9, 1960, to the late Robert Lee Lorentz and Bunnie Sheridan Lorentz.Bobby enjoyed fishing and was a fan of all sports. He was a fabulous artist; he could...
Cathy Marie Hope
Mar 22, 2022
Gastonia – Cathy Marie Hope, 44, of Gastonia, North Carolina passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022. She was a loving and loyal mother, daughter, sister, friend and Sisterchick. She is now in her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Cathy was born October 7, 1977 and was the youngest of five children. Cathy accomplished many things...
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