Obituaries
Tina Marie Ziolkowski
Jul 4, 2024
Tina (Ferlazzo) Ziolkowski, 65, passed away peacefully at home in Mount Holly, NC on July 4, 2024 following a courageous 4-year battle with breast cancer. Her family was lovingly by her side. Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late James and Betty (DeGeorge) Ferlazzo. She grew up in a lively home where “family wasn’t an important thing;...
Michael George Riblett
Jun 26, 2024
Michael George Riblett has lived in the Charlotte metro area for 42 years. He moved with his wife and two small children in 1982 from Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Converted to Catholicism in 1995. His love for the Lord was instrumental in his life. His love for his family was enduring and unconditional. He had many passions during his lifetime. His greatest...
James "Jimmy" David Nichols
Jun 26, 2024
James "Jimmy" David Nichols, a beloved figure in the community, passed away on June 26, 2024 at the age of 68, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. Born on June 25, 1956, to Ila Nichols and the late William "Pete" Nichols in Forsyth County, Jimmy's vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.
Jimmy was known as the heart and...
Steve Allan Mason
Jun 26, 2024
Steve Allan Mason, a loving husband, father, and pawpaw, passed away on June 26, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Gaston Co. on October 23, 1959, to the late Burnette and Edith Williams Mason.
Steve was more than a man of many interests; he was a passionate man who found joy in simplicity. An avid fisherman, he would often...
Kionna Sharnae Hicks
Jun 24, 2024
Kionna Sharnae Hicks, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away at the young age of 31, on June 24, 2024 at the Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. She was born on September 15, 1992, in Bridgeton, N.J.
During her formative years at Central Gwinnett High School in Lawrenceville, GA, Kionna was known for her vibrant spirit...
Robert Sanderson Combs Jr.
Jun 24, 2024
Robert "McCallum" Combs passed away unexpectedly on June 24th, 2024. He was a proud father, a loving partner, and a diligent worker, who touched the hearts and minds of everyone he met. Robert was born in Massachusetts on May 13th, 1971, to Cyndi Estell. For the next 53 years, he lived a life full of love and adventure. As a...
Angelo Anthony
Jun 23, 2024
Angelo Anthony, beloved son, father, partner, and friend, passed away on June 23, 2024 at Caromont Regional Medical Center. Angelo was born in Mecklenburg County on September 3, 1960, to the late Clinton and Mary Anthony.
Angelo was known for his kind and compassionate nature. He found joy in helping others, whether it was through his work as a handyman, cutting...
Margaret Ann Wright
Jun 20, 2024
Margaret Ann Morris Wright, age 71, passed away on June 20, 20024 at home surrounded by her family in Mt. Holly, NC. She was born on May 3, 1953 in Gastonia, NC. Margaret was known for her vibrant and fun loving personality. She was a cherished mother and grandmother who found joy in simple pleasures of life and had a...
Irma Raymond
Jun 19, 2024
Irma Raymond, a devoted mother, grandmother, and woman of unwavering faith, passed away at the age of 83, on June 19, 2024, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. She was born in Haiti on October 16, 1940, to the late Léon A. and Clélie M. Raymond.
Irma's life was defined by her love for her family. Her only daughter,...
Walter Carl Penland Jr.
Jun 16, 2024
Walter Penland passed away at age 74.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon Penland; his son, Gene Penland; his daughter-in-law, Jessica Penland; his granddaughters, Zoe Penland (Lucy Huddleston), Sylvia Penland; his sisters, Doris Ann Penland, Jannette Ferguson, Patricia Ramey, and Deborah Campbell; and nephew, Johnny Rushton.
Walter was loved and appreciated by many. He was a selfless man who took care...
Roberta "Robbie" Denise Salvatore
Jun 15, 2024
"Robbie" was our loving daughter, sister, and aunt. She lived a full and adventurous life. An original Floridian, she spent her latter years in North Carolina. She leaves behind her mother, Roberta Hatton Salvatore; brother, Frank Paul Salvatore III; nieces, Jayla Denise Henson and Jenna Ruth Henson; her faithful fur baby, Teddy; as well as many extended family members and...
Robin Ann Quinn
Jun 13, 2024
Robin Ann Quinn, age 71, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a four-year fight with cancer, on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina. She was born in Baltimore, MD on September 9, 1952 to James and Nancy Sollers. She enjoyed her last days in Newton, NC.
Robin is survived by her husband, Stephen;...
Alice Loewe Johnson
Jun 10, 2024
Alice Loewe Johnson, known for her kind and compassionate spirit, passed away on June 10, 2024 at the age of 73, at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas, NC. She was born on March 28, 1951, in Columbia, SC to the late Herman Loewe and Mae Gottlieb Loewe.Alice was a devoted caregiver who found joy in taking care of...
Jo Anne Severson Poe
Jun 9, 2024
Jo Anne Severson Poe, a beloved member of the community, passed away on June 9, 2024 at the age of 87, at the Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC. She was born in Detroit, MI on February 27, 1937, to the late Earl and Dorothy Severson.
Throughout her life, Jo Anne found joy in various hobbies and interests. She delighted in...
Ronnie "Ray Ray" Welch Sr
Jun 7, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ronnie Ray Welch Sr., also known as "RayRay", a beloved husband, father, son, and friend. He was born on August 11, 1985, in Gaston County, where he spent his formative years surrounded by family and friends.
During his career at Custom Mills Cabinetry Inc., Ronnie's exceptional carpentry skills garnered admiration from all who...
Mary Frances Cato Caldwell
Jun 4, 2024
Mary Frances Cato Caldwell, a devoted and certified minister of Christian Education, peacefully passed away on June 4,2024, at her residence at the age of 88. She was born in Gaston County on February 6,1936, to the late Giles Cato and Flora James Cato.Mary Frances's life was a testament to her unwavering faith and love for her family and grandchildren....
Michele "Renee" Dillard Smith
Jun 1, 2024
In loving memory of Michele "Renee" Dillard Smith,Renee, known for her passion for Bingo, camping, cruises, beaches, mountains, and crafting, has bid farewell to this world on June 1, 2024. Her love for all her pets was as boundless as her love for life itself.Born in Charlotte, NC on September 8, 1964, Michele lived a colorful life filled with cherished...
Adam C. Brooks
May 31, 2024
Adam C. Brooks, beloved son, brother, and uncle, died May 31, 2024 at his home in Gastonia, NC. He was 43 years old. Born in Gastonia on April 23, 1981, he was the son of James and Sherry Brooks. Adam lived his entire life in Gastonia and attended Gaston Day School, Robinson Elementary School, and Ashbrook High School. He was...
Jackson Edward Gates
May 30, 2024
Jackson Edward Gates, passed away on May 30, 2024. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts to Joshua and Alicia Foreman Gates.He is survived by his parents; Brother, Hunter; Sisters, Chloe and Amelia; his Maternal Grandparents, Allen and Donna Foreman; and Paternal Grandparents, Patrick and Pattie Gates.A Private Graveside Service for family only will be held at Hillcrest Gardens with the...
Linda Hayes Thompson
May 28, 2024
Linda Hayes Thompson, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on May 28 , 2024, at the age of 77, at Atrium Health Hospice & Palliative Care in Monroe, NC. She was surrounded by love as she peacefully transitioned into eternal rest.Linda was born on February 18, 1947, in Rowan County, NC, to the late Durant Coolidge Hayes and...
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