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Doris McGinnis Webb
Feb 26, 2024
Doris McGinnis Webb, beloved by many, passed away at her residence, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories. Doris led a fulfilling life, encompassed by various roles and activities that shaped her into the remarkable individual she was. Born in Gaston County, North Carolina on April 29, 1940, Doris was a beacon of positivity throughout her life. She forged a...
Crystal Dawn Brown
Feb 24, 2024
Gastonia – Crystal Dawn Brown, 55, passed away on February 24, 2024.
She was born in Gaston County, on August 23, 1968.
She is preceded in death by her brother, Rodney Eric Brown, 49, who passed away on October 4, 2022, and her grandparents, Hazel Welch Shuler and Frank Thomas Shuler, Lottie and Ed Brown.
She was a graduate of Hunter Huss High...
Faye Gulledge Whiten
Feb 20, 2024
Faye Gulledge Whiten, a beloved wife, caring mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and cherished member of the community, passed away suddenly at her residence, leaving a void in the hearts of all who knew her. Born in Gaston County, North Carolina on April 23, 1942 to the late Leroy and Elise Hoffman Gulledge. Faye dedicated many years of her life as...
Barbara Ann Kress Custar
Feb 19, 2024
Barbara Ann Kress Custar, 76, passed away at her residence on February 19, 2024 surrounded by her family.
She was born in Alliance, Ohio on October 3, 1947 to the late Richard A Kress and Irene Brown Kress. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Richard Kress.
Barbara was a dedicated member of Maylo Methodist....
Rev. Eric Thomas Quinn
Feb 18, 2024
Reverend Eric T. Quinn, 64, a beloved member of community, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2024 surrounded by his loving family at his residence. Born on October 11, 1960 in Ogden, Utah to the late Grady Albert Quinn and Gladys Faye Lawless Quinn. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Michael Quinn and a sister, Teresa Quinn.
Pastor...
James "Jimmy" Harrison Messick
Feb 17, 2024
James "Jimmy" Harrison Messick, a man who dedicated almost 50 years of his life to service with Amp, Inc. which later became Tyco-Electronics, has peacefully passed away on February 17, 2024, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. His legacy and impact will forever be remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born on March 27, 1944, in...
Riley Craig
Feb 14, 2024
Riley Craig, 66, passed away on February 14, 2024 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina on May 18, 1957 to the late Buck Hall and Sue Craig. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 40 years, Lori Adams Craig. Riley was a member of Horizon Baptist Church.
Riley...
Jeffrey George Paukovits
Feb 12, 2024
Jeffrey George Paukovits age 63, passed away February 12th. 2024 at his home in Gastonia, North Carolina.
He was born in Patchouge, New York to the late John and Hilda Paukovits. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Diane Sinram.
Jeffery worked for Subtle Impressions Inc. for 15 years as the Shipping Manager. He is survived...
John Charles Brimbury
Feb 10, 2024
John Charles Brimbury, 73, passed away on February 10, 2024. Born on December 6, 1950 in Crawfordsville, Indiana, John was the son of Richard Linton Brimbury and Paulette Kennedy Brimbury. John is also preceded in death by his brother, Keith Brimbury and a sister, Linda Corizine.
John dedicated many years of his life working in the construction work for many years....
Melanie Renee Frye-Hussey
Feb 9, 2024
Melanie Renee Frye-Hussey, 61, passed away at her residence in Gastonia on February 9, 2024.
She was born Gaston County on January 8, 1963 to the late Anthony Hussey and Catherine Braswell Randolph. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Derek Landon Hussey and her good friend, Cathy Livermore.
Renee enjoyed reading her bible,...
Pearl Parris Champion
Feb 6, 2024
Pearl Parris Champion, 88, a beloved wife, caring mother, and cherished member of the community passed away peacefully on February 6, 2024 at Peak Resources. She was born in Clover, South Carolina on December 23, 1935 and is the daughter of the late Ruby Walker Parris Moose.
She was a former employee of Smyre Plant of Carolina Mills, where she was...
Larry James Welch
Feb 4, 2024
Gastonia – Larry James Welch, 79, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024.
Larry was born in Gaston County on December 31, 1944 and was the son of the late Dathie Elfus and Berbie Jackson Welch. He is also preceded in death by his sister Sherry Eleanor Welch and brothers, Kenneth, Marshall, Jimmy and Ronnie Welch. He was a member...
Gerrel Eugene Patterson
Feb 2, 2024
Gerrel Eugene Patterson, 70, a beloved member of the community, passed away on February 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, North Carolina.
Born on June 8, 1953, in Gaston County, North Carolina, Gerrel was the son of Robert Eugene Patterson and Vergie Bowen Patterson.
Gerrel enjoyed fishing at McAdenville Lake and hanging out at the...
Todd Arthur McHargue
Jan 27, 2024
Todd Arthur McHargue, 62, passed away on January 27, 2024 at his residence in Cramerton.
He was born in Lake County, Indiana on November, 28 1961 to the late Ralph and Phyllis McHargue. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Mark McHargue.
Todd dedicated 24 years to serving his country as a Master Chief in the...
Linda Leclaire Cabaniss
Jan 26, 2024
Linda Leclaire Cabaniss, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 26th, 2024. Born on January 24th, 1955 in West Columbia, South Carolina to Raymond Conrad Leclair and Ruth Sturkie Leclair, Linda's life was a testament to love and devotion.
Linda had a fulfilling career in food services, dedicating many years of her life to this profession. She...
Frances Mary Mazur
Jan 25, 2024
Frances (Franny) Winiarski Mazur, 89, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2024 at Covenant Village, Gastonia, NC. She was born in 1934 in Buffalo, NY and resided in Buffalo until 2018.
Franny was married to Walter Mazur for 57 years before his passing in 2015. Franny is preceded in death by her parents, and nine siblings. She is survived by her...
Catherine Mae Medlin Falls
Jan 25, 2024
Catherine Mae Medlin Falls, 71, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2024 at her residence in Bessemer City.
She was born in Gaston County, North Carolina on February 16, 1952 to the late Alton Medlin and Ruth Liles Holland. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Eddie Falls and her brother, Danny Medlin, Sr....
Miranda Friday Meeks
Jan 22, 2024
Miranda Friday Meeks, is a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and daughter. Miranda's life was filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories that will be forever treasured by those who knew her Miranda was born on September 23, 1959, in Gaston County, North Carolina. From an early age, she exhibited a warm and caring nature that endeared her to everyone she...
Linda Cordelia Rector
Jan 16, 2024
Linda Cordelia Rector, 73, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2024 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Kingsport, Tennessee on August 6, 1950 to the late Clayborn Leroy, Sr. and Lillie Mae Bloomer. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Clayborn Bloomer,...
Colleen Woody
Jan 15, 2024
Colleen Woody, 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 15, 2024 at her residence with his family by her side.
She was born in Gaston County on July 8, 1933 and is the daughter of the late Millard and Lila Chambers Woody and was also preceded in death by her siblings, Joe, Jimmy, Ralph Woody, and Maxine...
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