Obituaries

Brandon Carl Watts

Brandon Carl Watts

Nov 2, 2015

Brandon Carl Watts1991-2015Dallas – Brandon Carl "Cowboy" Watts, 24, passed away suddenly as a result of an automobile accident on November 2, 2015. Brandon was born in Gaston County, NC on April 30, 1991 to Tabatha Byers Watts and Rodney Lee Watts, Sr. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Roland and Judy Watts. Brandon was a devout...

Robert W. Aldridge

Robert W. Aldridge

Oct 29, 2015

Robert W. Aldridge1950-2015Lowell – Robert W. Aldridge, 65, went Home to be with the Lord on October 29, 2015 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.He was born in Gaston County, NC on January 17, 1950 to the late Clarence Sr, and Ruth Johnson Aldridge.Robert was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be missed greatly! He retired from Pharr Yarns...

Kim Blattau

Kim Blattau

Oct 28, 2015

Kim Blattau1965-2015Gastonia - Kimberly "Kim" Johnson Blattau - 50, passed away on October 28, 2015She was born in Cleveland County on July 14, 1965 to Minnie Baynard and Mason JohnsonShe was a loving wife and mother who will be missed greatly!Left to cherish her memories include her companion of 27 years, Michael Anthony Blattau; father, Mason Johnson of Florida; mother,...

Virlyn Stanley Tilson

Virlyn Stanley Tilson

Oct 27, 2015

VIRLYN TILSON1938-2015Gastonia – Virlyn Stanley Tilson, 77 entered into his Heavenly Home on October 27, 2015 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.He was born in Franklin, NC on February 7, 1938 to the late Stanley Willie and Marie Emma Rogers Tilson.Virlyn was a loving and caring man who will be missed greatly! He was a member of Faith Baptist Church; and...

Daisy Ramseur

Daisy Ramseur

Oct 27, 2015

Daisy Ramseur1919-2015Maiden – Daisy Robinson Ramseur, 96, entered into her Heavenly Home on October 27, 2015 at Carolinas Medical Center LincolntonShe was born in Catawba County, NC on March 31, 1919 to the late William and Lela Mutz RobinsonIn addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband John Lee Ramseur, grandson, Kenya Edwards and sister, Marie...

Russell Scibetta

Russell Scibetta

Oct 25, 2015

RUSSELL SCIBETTA1932-2015Russell Phillip Scibetta, "Russ", 83, entered into his heavenly home on October 25, 2015 after a lengthy illness. A Buffalo native, he enjoyed his retirement years in North Ft. Myers, FL, before relocating to NC.In addition to his parents, Cataldo & Rosa (Fara) Scibetta, he is preceded in death by his daughter, Joann; sisters, Mary Scibetta and Assunta Desmond;...

Scott Queen

Scott Queen

Oct 21, 2015

SCOTT QUEEN1968-2015Gastonia – Scott Queen, 47 – passed away. He was born in Gaston County on January 16, 1968 to Randy Gene and Roma Colvard QueenScott was very strong family man – he loved his kids! He had the most uplifting personality; his smile would light up a room! Scott was a 1986 Hunter Huss graduate and worked for YRC...

Manota Lee

Manota Lee

Oct 21, 2015

Manota Lee1933-2015Gastonia – Manota Guest Lee, 82, entered into her Heavenly Home on October 21, 2015 at Carolina Care CherryvilleShe was born in Swain County, NC on July 26, 1933 to the late John K. and Callie Taylor GuestIn addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 39 years Gene Tunney Lee9 brothers and sisters...

Virginia Hayes Young

Virginia Hayes Young

Oct 20, 2015

Virginia Young1935-2015Iron Station – Virginia Hayes Young, 79, entered into her Heavenly Home on October 20, 2015 She was born in Columbus County, NC on December 28, 1935to the late Lou Watts and Council HayesIn addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Johnny Wayne Waggoner, John Young, Jr., and brother, David Hayes.Left to cherish her...

Bonita Silkey

Bonita Silkey

Oct 17, 2015

Bonita Silkey1952-2015Denver – Bonnie Silkey, 63, entered into her Heavenly Home on October 17, 2015.Bonnie was a loving person who will be missed greatly! She loved to crochet. Bonnie worked for the U.S. Postal Service and later in food service.She was born in Connecticut on March 30, 1952 to Modeste Gantnier and the late Edward Deskus In addition to her...

Christopher "CHRIS" Jerry Rice

Christopher "CHRIS" Jerry Rice

Oct 17, 2015

Chris Rice, Sr.1942-2015Gastonia – Christopher Jerry Rice, Sr., 73, went to his Heavenly Home on October 17, 2015 with his loving wife by his sideHe was born in Gaston Co, NC on April 15, 1942 to the late Jerry Ford and Mary Ruth Thomas RiceChris was a loving husband, father and grandfather that will be missed greatly! He loved his...

Walt Keever

Walt Keever

Oct 14, 2015

Walt Keever1931-2015Dallas- Walter P. Keever, 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 14, 2015 at his residence with his loving family at his sideHe was born in Catawba County, NC on December 26, 1931 to the late Lonnie Mae and David Canton KeeverIn addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Mamie...

T.C. Locke

T.C. Locke

Oct 14, 2015

"T.C." Locke1965-2015Dallas- Brian Keith "T.C" Locke, 50 passed away on October 14, 2015 at CMC LincolntonHe was born in Millville, New Jersey on April 6, 1965 to the late Wilma Butterworth and Larry Garret LockeIn addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Duffy Howell LockeLeft to cherish his memories include his fiancé Barbara Henry; son,...

Lois Quinn Weathers

Lois Quinn Weathers

Oct 13, 2015

Lois Weathers1931-2015Gastonia – Lois Quinn Weathers, 83, entered into her Heavenly Home on October 13, 2015 at Terrace Ridge Assisted Living GastoniaShe was born in Bowling Green, SC on December 3, 1931 to the late Pearl Barbour and George Robert QuinnIn addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of over 60 years, James Wilson Weathers;...

Frances Beaty

Frances Beaty

Oct 13, 2015

FRANCES BEATY1927-2015Gastonia – Nellie Frances Beaty, 88, entered into her Heavenly Home on October 13, 2015 surrounded by her loving family at the Robin Johnson HouseShe was born in Gaston County on February 2, 1927 to the late Jennie Hill and Bert BeatyIn addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert, David and George Neal...

Israel "Lalo" Guerrero

Israel "Lalo" Guerrero

Oct 3, 2015

Israel Guerrero1926-2015Lincolnton- Israel "Lalo" Guerrero, 88 passed away on peacefully October 3, 2015 at his residence with his wonderful loving family at his side, helping to administer to any and all of his needs. Israel was born in Pharr, Texas on October 29, 1926 to the late Manuel and Petra Avila Guerrero Ravey.Israel was formerly of Pharr, Texas before moving...

Larry Addington

Larry Addington

Sep 29, 2015

LARRY ADDINGTON1935-2015Dallas – Larry Forest Addington, 79, passed away on September 29, 2015 at his residence with his wonderful loving family at his side, helping to administer to any and all of his needs. Larry was born in Cleveland County on November 22, 1935 to the late D.T and Edna McClure Addington In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Clara Garver Cross

Clara Garver Cross

Sep 28, 2015

CLARA GARVER CROSS1921-2015Gastonia – Clara Garver Cross, 94, entered into her Heavenly Home on September 28, 2015 at her daughter's residence surrounded by her loving family.She was born in Cleveland County on July 22, 1921 to the late Reverend C.V. and Mrs. Laura Norman GarverIn addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years,...

Teresa Renee Swafford

Teresa Renee Swafford

Sep 27, 2015

Teresa Swafford1963-2015Gastonia – Teresa Renee Swafford, 52, passed away September 27, 2015.She was born on July 26, 1963 in Reno, Nevada to Donna Miller Moulton and the late Jerry Leon SwaffordSurvivors include her husband, Gabriel Prieto; mother, Donna Moulton of Pateros, Washington; Two Sisters: Kerry Swafford Savage and husband Ron of White City, Oregon; Pamela Swafford and Tim Hubley of...

Pam Smith Grooms

Pam Smith Grooms

Sep 25, 2015

Pam Grooms1958-2015Dallas – Pamela "Pam" Smith Grooms, 57, of Indian Trail formerly from Dallas received her Glorious Healing on Friday, September 25, 2015.Pam was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Born in Gaston County on August 8, 1958 to Clyde and Rachel Moore Smith. Pam's love of music from the age of four on the piano and chorus led her...

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