Obituaries
Elwin Edwards Jr.
Mar 11, 2025
Elwin Edwards Jr, known to most as "Ed", peacefully answered the call to live with his Lord in the early morning hours of March 11, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father Elwin Edwards Sr, mother Betty Edwards, and brother Timothy "Tim" Edwards, and is survived by his wife Shelley Edwards, son "Johnny" Edwards, sister Karon "Kay" Deal,...
Patti Wise Queen
May 29, 2025
Patti Wise Queen, born on February 27, 1955, in Gaston County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, at the Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, North Carolina. She was a cherished individual whose legacy will endure in the hearts of all who knew her.
Patti dedicated herself to her career as the Senior Administrator Specialist in Radiation Protection for...
Stanley Eric McPherson
May 20, 2025
Stanley Eric McPherson, often referred to as "Stan the Man," passed away on May 20, 2025, at the age of 51. He was born on December 4, 1973, in Wake County, North Carolina, to Hugh and Delores Williams McPherson.
Stanley was a proud veteran, having dedicated four years of his life to serving in the United States Marine Corps. His military...
Danny Williams
May 20, 2025
Danny Williams, age 73, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, was born in Gaston County on August 8, 1951, to the late Woodrow and Ruby Gibson Williams. He passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Belmont, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
A devoted husband for 45 years, Danny is survived by his...
James Robert Auten
May 17, 2025
James Robert "BoBo" Auten, a cherished father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by the warmth of fond memories and lasting love. He was born on November 25, 1952, in Gaston County to the late Clyde and Helen Watts Auten.
James was a man whose heart was as vast as the ocean and...
Betty Ann Dooley
May 16, 2025
Betty Ann Dooley, formerly known as Betty Ann Blanton, was born on August 7, 1957, in Gastonia, North Carolina, and passed away on May 16, 2025, at the University Place Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was the beloved daughter of the late Ronald Blanton and Mary Wilcox Blanton.
She is survived by her son, Brian Keever; daughter-in-law, Jessica Keever; and her...
Tammy June Cape
May 13, 2025
Tammy June Cape, a loving mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on May 13, 2025, at the CaroMont Regional Medical Center. Born on July 8, 1963, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Tammy's life was marked by her deep compassion and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
Tammy earned her Associate's Degree in Phlebotomy, showcasing her commitment to caring for others. Her...
Ivan Vance Daugherty
May 12, 2025
Ivan Vance Daugherty, a cherished husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, passed away on May 12, 2025, at Stanley Total Living Center. Born on November 20, 1943, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Ivan was the son of the late Vance and Opal Daugherty. His legacy will forever be remembered by those who knew and loved him.
Ivan dedicated his...
Sylvia Beatty Johnson
May 12, 2025
Sylvia Beatty Johnson, 78, of Lincolnton passed away May 12, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord. She was born on March 24, 1947 to the late Lee Beatty and Catherine Jones Beatty. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her son, Robert D. Johnson. Sylvia, a devoted wife, mother, and cherished friend, passed away...
Lisa Caroline Stroupe Mathis
May 10, 2025
Lisa Caroline Stroupe Mathis, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025 at the age of 54. Born on October 9, 1970, to Marie Stroupe Yerton and the late Kenneth Stroupe, Lisa filled every moment of her life with love, joy, and kindness that left a lasting impact on everyone she met.
Lisa's spirit...
Lilly Jane Sykes Crowe
May 8, 2025
Lilly Jane Sykes Crowe, entered this world on March 18, 1943, to the late Floyd Marshall Sykes and Gertrude Alexander Sykes. With a kind spirit and a heart full of love, Lilly devoted her life to her family and was cherished by all who knew her. She passed away peacefully and went to be with her Lord at the age...
Dorothy Mae Branch Brown
Apr 29, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Dorothy Mae Branch Brown, who left this world peacefully on April 29, 2025 at the age of 89, at Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center. Born on October 27, 1935, in Gaston County, she was the cherished daughter of the late George D. and Pansy B. Branch.
Dorothy was a woman who...
Judy Katherine Hovis
Apr 23, 2025
Judy Katherine Hovis, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025, at the age of 73 at her residence. Born on May 25, 1951, in Hertford County, North Carolina, she was the cherished daughter of the late Benjamin and Katherine Willis Britton. Judy’s life was one filled with love, laughter, and a commitment...
Howard "Dean" Head
Apr 22, 2025
Howard "Dean" Head, beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on April 22, 2025, at Caromont Regional Medical Center. He was born on July 5, 1953, in Gaston County to the late Earley and Rosalee Monk Head. Dean lived a life filled with passion, characterized by his loving spirit and zest for life.
He was a family man, and his legacy...
Justin "JB" Bradley Jenkins
Apr 19, 2025
Justin "JB" Bradley Jenkins, born on March 14, 2000, to Wanda McDonald Snipes and the late Kerry B. Jenkins, left this world too soon at the age of 25, on April 19, 2025. He was a bright light in the lives of many, remembered fondly for his generosity, warmth, and zest for life.
JB was a young man who truly made...
Roy Samuel Reynolds
Apr 18, 2025
Roy "Junior" Samuel Reynolds Jr. passed away peacefully just as the sun rose on Friday, April the 18th, 2025 at the age of 77. In his last weeks he was surrounded by family and close friends. Roy was born in Richmond, Va on August 7, 1947 where he still has loving family and friends.
Roy served in combat in Vietnam with...
Clarence Leroy Loftin Jr.
Apr 8, 2025
Clarence Leroy Loftin Jr., of Newland, NC and a native of Mt. Holly, NC, was born on February 10, 1934, in Mecklenburg County, a beloved son of the late Clarence Leroy Loftin Sr. and Isabella Elena Carnes Loftin. He gracefully embarked on his final journey on April 8, 2025, at the Stanley Total Living Center, leaving behind a legacy of...
Ruby Lea Dowdle
Mar 29, 2025
Ruby Lea Dowdle, born on August 9, 1952, in Logansport, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at Country Time Inn Assisted Living in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. She was the beloved daughter of the late Will Free and Frances Brock Free, and she leaves behind cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved...
Frank Latham
Mar 29, 2025
Frank Latham, a devoted family man and a cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully at his residence on March 29, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born on February 7, 1939, in Sharon, SC, to the late John William Latham and Evelyn Goforth Latham.
Throughout his life, Frank exemplified kindness and a good-hearted nature that touched the...
Cynthia Van Norden Folsom
Mar 26, 2025
Cynthia VanNorden Folsom of Mount Holly North Carolina passed away on March 26, 2025 at the age of 71.
Cindy, born in Atlanta, Georgia was the daughter of John D. VanNorden and Jenny Wade VanNorden. She spent her formative years in Scarsdale, New York and attended the Masters School in Dobbs Ferry. Upon graduating she went on to receive her Bachelor's...
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