Obituaries

Oct 31, 2021

Judith Lamb Randolph, 67, of Mt. Holly passed away October 31, 2021 at Robin Johnson House in Dallas.  She was born on May 26, 1954 to Betty Ogborne Lamb and the late John Ralph Lamb.  She is also preceded in death by her brother, Steven Wesley Lamb and her infant daughter, Ashely Michelle Randolph.  Judith was a longtime member...

Oct 30, 2021

Kenneth "Ken" Blanton, also known as Poppie by his grandchildren, 76, passed away on October 30, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.  He was born in Cleveland County on March 29, 1945 to the late Carl and Sarah Blanton.  He was also preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Terry Blanton and a son, Shannon...

Oct 30, 2021

Gladys May Krull Wilson Pejsa passed from those who loved her to those who are waiting for her in heaven on October 30, 2021. Gladys was born October 5, 1923 in Corsica, South Dakota, the daughter of George and Dena (Van Heest) Krull.

Gladys graduated from Corsica High School in 1941 and obtained her BS and MS...

Oct 27, 2021

Patricia "Trish" Giordano, 61, of Cornelius passed away on October 27, 2021 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville.  She was born on August 20, 1960 to Robert Giordano and Patricia Palazzotto.  She is preceded in death by her daughter, Theresa Lauro and her stepfather, John "Pop" Vota.  Trish was very artistic with arts and crafts, loved to...

Oct 26, 2021

Ronald Wayne Lofton, 72, of Cherryville passed away on October 26, 2021.  He was born in Avon Park, Florida on February 25, 1949 to the late Thomas Watson Lofton, Jr. and Ethel Roselle Greene Lofton.  He is preceded in death by his brother, Thomas "Tommy" Lofton.  Ronald is a US Air Force Veteran. He loved the beach and surf...

Oct 21, 2021

Justin Ryan Fischer, 41, of Stanley passed away on October 21, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  He was born on July 23, 1980.  Justin attended Lakeside Church of God.  He was employed with Jason Wilson Flooring Company.  He enjoyed karaoke singing and writing poetry.  He was a lover of nature and all things outdoors, an outdoor sports and...

Oct 20, 2021

Lynn Griffith, 71, of Mt. Holly passed away October 20, 2021 at Atrium Health Main.  She was born on November 5, 1949 to the late Bill and Myrtle Moser Roberts.  She is also preceded in death by her brother, Billy Roberts and her sister, Linda Deese.  Lynn was a Women's Army Corp Veteran.  She was a longtime member of...

Oct 18, 2021

Michael "Mike" Wayne Gurley, 64, of Charlotte passed away October 18, 2021 at Atrium Health Main.  He was born on May 11, 1957 to the late Jake and Elizabeth Gurley.  He is also preceded in death by brothers, Jack William Gurley and Jerry Gurley; and his beloved pets, Baby Jane and Jake.  Mike was a longtime truck driver.  He...

Oct 17, 2021

Barry Scott Smith, 57, of Gastonia passed away on October 17, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  He was born on September 1, 1964 to Bonnie Brady Wilson and the late Ronald Smith.  Barry was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.  He loved making and building things in his spare time and also enjoyed visiting the mountains.

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Oct 15, 2021

Earnest "Mike" Pearson Jr. also known as "Shine", 52, of Gastonia passed away on October 15, 2021 at his residence.  He was born on October 31, 1968 to Earnest "Mikey" Pearson Sr. and Sue Elliott Pearson. Mike was a graduate of South Point High School where he played football and was the Defensive Player of the Year in 1987....

Oct 7, 2021

Steven Eric Brazell, 67, of Gastonia passed away October 7, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  He was born on April 4, 1954 to the late Roy and Margaret Goodman Brazell.  He is also preceded in death by his son, Daniel Joseph Brazell and special uncle, Elton Joseph Brazell.  He was a member of Living Hope Baptist Church where...

Sep 30, 2021

Marvin Lee Boswell, 48, of Gastonia passed away on September 30, 2021.  He was born on February 2, 1973 to Harold Boswell and the late Terry Medford Boswell.  He is also preceded in death by his sister, Melissa Lynn Boswell.  Marvin was a member of Hillview Baptist Church.  He was currently employed with Carolina Specialty Transport and formerly employed...

Sep 29, 2021

Paul "Dean" Jenkins, 81, of Mt. Holly, passed away September 29, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  He was born on June 15, 1940 to the late Paul and Helen Withers Jenkins.  He is also preceded in death by his brother, Barry Jenkins.  Dean was a very active member of Grace Baptist Church in Mt. Holly serving as a...

Sep 28, 2021

Beverly Bassett Benfield, 57, of Mt. Holly passed away on September 28, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  She was born on January 26, 1964 to the late Phillip and Virginia Bassett.  Beverly loved the outdoors; especially the mountains and camping.  She enjoyed drawing and Bob Ross paintings, working puzzles, and crosswords.  She had a green thumb for her...

Sep 27, 2021

Paul Lynn Cadoret, our PaPa Paul, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2021. Paul was a loving father, brother “Bro”, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was also a special friend to many. He stayed in touch with friends he made in his early school years and always looked forward to shagging with them at the Harding High School Class of...

Sep 26, 2021

Judy Sutton Walker, 62, of Belmont, passed away peacefully from this world on Sunday, September 26th, 2021 surrounded by her children.  Judy graduated from John Marshall High School with the Class of 1976. She worked for Bed Bath & Beyond and enjoyed greatly the time she was able to be there. Judy was known for her faithfulness to her...

Sep 25, 2021

Reba Putnam, 75, of Gastonia passed away peacefully on September 25, 2021 under hospice care. She was born in Richmond, Va. on October 7, 1945 to the late Daisy Maxine Haywood. She worked hard all of her life to provide for her children and to always strengthen her relationship with God.  Reba also loved to sing karaoke. After her...

Sep 24, 2021

Braxlon Hunter Beatty, 2 month old son of Jordon Hunter Beatty and Kaitlin Page Huffman, passed away on September 24, 2021 at his residence. Born on July 21, 2021, Braxlon brought so much amazing joy to all his family and friends of the family.  His smile and love were contagious and he will be truly missed by all who...

Sep 22, 2021

Priscilla Smith, 81, of Charlotte passed away on September 22, 2021 at Novant Health Huntersville.  She was born on June 24, 1940 to the late Silas and Nellie Jackson.  She is also preceded in death by her sister, Jean Helms and brother, Alfred Jackson.  Priscilla was a member of Amazing Grace Baptist Church. She loved God, loved her family,...

Sep 20, 2021

Paul Abee, 45, of Ash, NC passed away on September 20, 2021 at his residence.  He was born on October 3, 1975 to the late Rev. Paul and Betty Abee of Waxhaw, NC.  Paul was a loving husband, father, son, and brother.  His big smile was contagious.  Paul loved to always play around, as he was a big kid himself. ...