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William Howard Harkins
Oct 4, 2024
William Howard "Hoss" Harkins, 93, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024 at the Robin Johnson House.
He was born in Union County, Georgia on August 10, 1931 to the late William McKinley Harkins and Nellie Garrett Harkins. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 62 years, Barbara Jean Freeman Harkins; He was...
Heather Smith
Oct 4, 2024
Gastonia – Heather Leann Smith, 38, passed away October 4, 2024 at her residence.
She was born in Gaston County, May 19, 1986 to Deborah Medlock and the late Dennis Smith. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Linda Chesney Medlock and Gene Medlock, and her uncles, Calvin Medlock, Eugene “Bo” Medlock and Timothy Matthew Medlock.
She loved the outdoors,...
Ginny May Parton
Oct 4, 2024
Virginia May Parton, 79, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center with her family by her side.
She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 8, 1945 to the late Stanley Barnett and Margaret Hobbs. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronnie Parton; sisters, Constance Milewski and Susie...
Daniel Lynn Hoover
Oct 2, 2024
Daniel Lynn Hoover, 69, passed away at his residence on October 2, 2024. He was born in Johnson City, Tennessee, on July 13, 1955 to the late Julius and Helen Hoover.
Daniel was loved by many and he is survived by his children, Jonathan Hoover (Danielle) and Melissa Calhoun (Michael); girlfriend, Karen Harris; brother, David Hoover; and four grandchildren.
Services will be...
Sandra Holland Rhyne
Oct 2, 2024
Sandra Holland Rhyne, 80, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Lincoln County on December 15, 1943 to the late Max and Robbie Holland. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Billy Ray Rhyne, Jr.
Sandra...
John Lawrence Beaty
Oct 1, 2024
JOHN LAWRENCE BEATY
1941 - 2024
Dallas – SMSgt John Lawrence Beaty (Ret.), 82, joined his heavenly Father peacefully on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
He was born in Gaston County, NC on December 4, 1941 to the late Joseph and Ada Yarborough Beaty
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, Sara Fogle Beaty. He...
Elizabeth Nicole Skipper
Sep 29, 2024
Elizabeth Nicole Skipper, 45, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Gaston County on April 9, 1979 to the late Vernon Godfrey and Betty Skipper. In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her aunt, Sheila Jones.
Nicole loved to work and was a general manager for restaurants. She loved...
Justin Scott Pate
Sep 27, 2024
Justin Scott Pate born on March 1, 1990 passed away on September 27, 2024 at 34 years old.
Justin was the rainbow to everyone’s storm. He was the kind, happy one who always made sure everyone had everything they needed, and if they were upset he was always there not to say anything just be their comforter. Justin loved Beyoncé and...
Elaine Salotti McQuage
Sep 27, 2024
Teresa Elaine Salotti McQuage, 74, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2024 at Novant Presbyterian Hospital, Charlotte, NC.
She was born in Richmond County, North Carolina to the late Foster Joseph Salotti and Mary Elizabeth “Pat” Upchurch Salotti. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sisters-in-law, Ima Salotti and brothers-in-law, Karen and Gary Queen, Bill...
Larry Thomas Gibson
Sep 26, 2024
Larry Thomas Gibson, 66, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas, North Carolina. Born on April 15, 1958 in Gaston County, North Carolina, Larry was the son of James Edd and Genevieve Reeves Gibson. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Fore and husband Charlie.
Larry...
Joe Donald Newman
Sep 20, 2024
Joe Donald Newman, 69, a beloved member of community, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, North Carolina. Born on September 22, 1954 in Kershaw County, South Carolina, Joe was the son of J.D. and Mamie Lee Polston Newman. He is also preceded in death by many siblings, Lib,...
Jeffery Scott Pearson
Sep 19, 2024
Lincolnton – Jeffery Scott Pearson, 53, passed away peacefully at CaroMont Regional Medical Center on September 19, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
Jeffery was born in Gaston County on July 27, 1971 to the late Sherry Hargrave Lovingood and Randall Ray Lovingood. He is also preceded in death by his grandparents, Gross Carson Hargrave and Margaret Beer Hargrave.
Sherry and Randall...
Jamie Herbert Collomb
Sep 19, 2024
Jamie Herbert Collomb, 44, passed away at his residence on September 18, 2024.
He was born in New York on November 11, 1979 to Barbara Ann Collomb and the late Herbert Nelson Collomb. Jamie was a loving son who loved his parents and their bond will always be remembered.
Jamie was a beloved husband to his wife Shanda and proud father to...
Donald Kent Falls
Sep 18, 2024
Donald Kent Falls, 90, passed away peacefully at Peak Resources, Gastonia on September 17, 2024.
He was born in Gaston County on June 5, 1934 to the late Clifford Norman Falls and Wilma Helms Falls. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Joy Watts Falls and his brother, Franklin M. “Frank” Falls.
Donald was a 10-year...
David Walter Edwards
Sep 16, 2024
David Walter Edwards, 65, passed away on September 16, 2024 at his residence.
He was born in Monroe, NC to Bobbie Marks Harris and the late Robert Edwards. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his son, David Walter Edwards, Jr. and his brother, Hal Rape, II.
Dave enjoyed the outdoors and fishing and assembling model cars. He...
Dalton Perry Lawson
Sep 14, 2024
Dalton Perry Lawson, 17, of Dallas, NC, passed away on September 14, 2024, at Duke Hospital, with his loving parents and sister by his side. Born on June 18, 2007, Dalton was a bright and curious spirit who filled every room with warmth and energy.
A baptized member of Philadelphia Lutheran Church in Dallas, NC, Dalton also regularly attended First Presbyterian...
Dorothy "Dot" Rhyne Hovis
Sep 13, 2024
Dallas – Dorothy “Dot” Rhyne Hovis, 89, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024 at Morningside Assisted Living surrounded by her children.
She was born in Gaston County on April 29, 1935 to the late Quince Lamar Rhyne and Maude High Rhyne. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude A. Hovis, her son-in-law Scott...
Kiki Lynn Melson
Sep 11, 2024
Kiki Lynn Melson, 55, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2024 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center with her loving family by her side. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 8, 1968, to Roger Cummins and the late Jenny Helton Cummins.
Kiki was a strong willed, determined, and beautiful woman who loved her family more than anything else. She was...
James Mark Kelly
Sep 8, 2024
Mark Kelly, 61, passed away peacefully at CaroMont Regional Hospital on September 8, 2024. He was born in Gaston County on May 26, 1963 to James Douglas Kelly and the late Patty Eller Kelly.
Mark loved old rock music, He also enjoyed riding his motorcycle, fishing and grilling. He never met a stranger Most of all he loved his family, He...
Gene Medlock
Sep 2, 2024
Gastonia – Gene Medlock, 83 passed away September 2, 2024 at his residence.
He was born in Greenwood County on July 10, 1941 to the late Arthur Calvin Medlock and Iler Lee Hart Medlock. He was also preceded in death by his wife Linda Chesney Medlock and his sons, Calvin Medlock, Eugene “Bo” Medlock and Timothy Matthew Medlock.
He was an...
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