Obituaries
Steven R. Willis
Nov 12, 2024
Steven R. Willis, born on May 31, 1975, in Gaston County, was a beacon of light and love, whose laughter and warmth touched all who knew him. He was the beloved son of Linda Ross Willis and the late Charles David Willis. Steven's journey came to an untimely end on November 12, 2024, at Caromont Regional Medical Center, leaving behind...
Charles Franklin Griggs
Nov 7, 2024
Charles Franklin Griggs, 76, of Mt. Holly, passed away on November 7, 2024. He was born on October 2, 1948, to the late Charles Griggs Sr. and the late Betty McGowan Holmes
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Sherry Griggs; daughters, Susan Fleming (Mark) and Tammy Caldwell (Jim); sisters, Judy Carias and Sissy Hendrickson; eight grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
Charles...
Karen McBride
Nov 5, 2024
Karen McBride, loving mother and wife, passed away at the age of 62 on Tuesday, November 5th in Gastonia, NC surrounded by loved ones. She was preceded in death by her father Arnold Bearl and brother James Bearl.
Karen devoted her life to her family and friends-truly the type who would give until she had no more to give. She worked...
Teresa Westbrook Vandiver
Nov 5, 2024
Teresa Westbrook Vandiver, born on March 27, 1957, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, passed away on November 5, 2024 at the age of 67. Teresa was the beloved daughter of the late Louis and Jenny Westbrook.
Throughout her life, Teresa dedicated herself to her family as a devoted homemaker. Her nurturing spirit and unwavering support were foundational to her role as...
Robert "Rob" H. Kayton
Oct 29, 2024
Robert H. Kayton, loving husband, father, and grandfather was born on November 5th, 1944 in Newport News, Virginia. He passed away at home with his loving wife by his side on October 29th, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother, Amy Woodward Kayton; father, Jack Thomas Kayton; and brother, Jack Kayton II.
Rob grew up in Hampton, Virginia and...
James Michael "Mike" Morrow
Oct 28, 2024
James Michael "Mike" Morrow, a devoted family man and passionate lover of nature, left this world on October 28, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by the beauty he cherished in life. Born on December 24, 1949, in Gaston County, NC, Mike was a beacon of warmth and kindness, shaped by the loving hands of his late parents, DA and Geraldine...
Bessie Denise Jones
Oct 27, 2024
Bessie Denise Jones, 48, of Gastonia, NC passed away October 27, 2024 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. She was born on June 9, 1976, to James Wiley Hicks and Evelyn Green.
Denise was a mother who always gave every bit of herself away in efforts to show her love. She had a great passion for art and tried her hand a...
Eugene "Gene" Poindexter
Oct 27, 2024
Eugene "Gene" Poindexter, a cherished husband, friend, and community member, passed away on October 27, 2024 at Caromont Regional Medical Center. He was 80 years old. Born August 10,1944, to the late Marvin Poindexter Sr. and Connie Dale Poindexter, Gene embraced life with a warmth and simplicity that endeared him to all who knew him.
Gene was a proud veteran who...
Ray Leon Medford, Ed. D.
Oct 27, 2024
RAY LEON MEDFORD, Ed. D.
June 3, 1937 - October 27, 2024
Dr. Ray Leon Medford, long-time resident of Gastonia and a major presence in the local education scene throughout his long career, died on October 27, 2024, while recovering from abdominal surgery at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was 87 years of age.
Dr. Medford was born in Barnardsville, NC, some 20...
David Ray Cagle
Oct 22, 2024
David Ray Cagle, a beloved father, son, and brother, entered this world on November 16, 1985, in Gaston County, to Lisa McCarn and the late David Lee Cagle. David was a caring person who would give you the shirt off his back displaying his generosity and kindness. His spirit was larger than life, often leaving a trail of laughter wherever...
Wanda Cloninger Shaffer
Oct 22, 2024
Wanda Cloninger Shaffer, 90, passed away on October 22, 2024 at the Stanley Total Living Center. She was born on June 12, 1934, in Chickamauga, Georgia, to the late Thomas and Opal Taylor Wallace.
Wanda dedicated 40 years of her life to her passion hairstyling, proudly owning and operating Wanda's Hairstyling, where she became a trusted friend and stylist to many....
Billy Ray Clark
Oct 21, 2024
Billy Ray Clark was born on August 1st, 1942, near Ruth, Mississippi, to Vera Mae (Dunaway) and Oakley Clark. He was the eldest of seven children. At just 14, Billy set out on his own, determined to carve his own path. At 19, he met the love of his life, Pat Shay, from Feather Falls, California, and together they built...
Christy Lynn Davis
Oct 17, 2024
Christy Lynn Davis, born on February 7, 1982, in Gaston County, North Carolina, to Timothy Wilson and Linda Peregory Willocks, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 17, 2024.
Christy was a mother, survived by her daughter, Gracie Hicks, and fiancé Ean Helms, and her son, Zayne Davis. She is remembered fondly by her parents; Timothy (step-mother, Lisa) and mother,...
David Earl Davis
Oct 14, 2024
David Earl Davis, age 78, born on January 4, 1946, in Evansville, IN, to the late Leonard and Marie Slone Davis, passed away on October 14, 2024, at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas, NC. He was a cherished father, grandfather, and great grandfather, remembered for his unwavering love and dedication to his family.
A proud Veteran of the U.S. Army,...
Vera Grace Hartzell
Oct 4, 2024
Vera Grace Hartzell, cherished minister, devoted mother, and beloved prankster, passed away on October 4, 2024. Born on December 28, 1936, in Forward Township, Butler County, PA, Vera's journey through life was marked by her unwavering faith, love for her family, and a spirit that took her across the globe.
Together with her husband, Howard John Hartzell, Vera dedicated her life...
Imogene Leila Hayes
Oct 2, 2024
After a brief illness, Imogene Hayes passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 2, 2024.Though well into her 95th year, her family and friends were taken by surprise, fully expecting thatcher tenacity of both body and spirit would take her to 100 and beyond. Known by many names throughout her life--Imogene, Imo, Leila, Gene, Genie, Mom, Grandmommy, GiGi, Dyn-Imo--the...
Joseph Lee Worthington Patterson
Oct 2, 2024
Joseph “Joe” Lee Worthington Patterson Sr., unexpectedly passed away on October 2nd of 2024, at the age of 42 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, North Carolina following a heart attack on September 28th. On September 29th, the family learned Joe had very little brain activity and would pass when taken off the ventilator. Joe remained on the ventilator...
Victoria Rose Leger
Sep 28, 2024
In Loving Memory of Victoria Rose Leger
September 16, 1958 – September 28, 2024.
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Victoria Rose Leger, who left this world tragically at the age of 66. Her life was a story of epic love, woven with deep bonds, cherished memories, and moments of joy. She lived a life that...
Steven Michael Helms
Sep 25, 2024
Steven Michael Helms, 79, of Charlotte passed away on September 25, 2024 at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. He was born on September 28, 1945 to the late Joel and Ollie Helms. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Charles Rann Helms. Steven was a U.S. Army Veteran and was a member of Sunset Road Baptist Church in...
Franklin Joseph Schmidt Young
Sep 21, 2024
Franklin Joseph Schmidt-Young, born on September 19, 2024, passed away in the arms of his heartbroken mother, Isabella Schmidt, on September 21, 2024. Though his time with us was brief, his presence has left an indelible mark on the hearts of his family and all who joyfully anticipated his arrival.
Baby Franklin is survived by his loving family, including parents Isabella...
Subscribe
Get alerts when new obituaries are posted
