OBITUARIES
Rev. Stanley Daves Webb
Nov 5, 2026
SHELBY- Rev. Stanley Daves Webb, 85, passed away Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Terra Bella Assisted Living in Shelby. He was born in Cleveland County on May 25, 1941 and was the son of Vernon and Ollie Webb in the Swainsville community just outside Shelby. In addition to his predeceased parents he was predeceased by his grandparents, Toy and Ollie...
Henry Paul Lawton
Oct 31, 2026
SHELBY- Henry Paul Lawton Jr., 78, departed from his earthly life on Oct. 31, 2026 to be with our heavenly father. Born August 16, 1948 in Sylvester, GA to the late Henry Paul Lawton and Mary Lee Thomas Lawton.
Henry was employed at Shelby Dyeing and Finishing for many years until he retired. He loved spending time with his family, he...
Bo Jean Anderson
Oct 29, 2026
SHELBY- Bo Jean Anderson, born September 22, 1986, in Gillette, Wyoming, passed away on October 29, 2026, in Shelby, North Carolina, at the age of 40. Bo lived a life full of love, dedication, and joy, touching the hearts of all who knew him.
An avid gamer, Bo cherished the moments spent immersed in his favorite games alongside family and friends. These...
Bonnie Ellen Walker
Oct 28, 2026
SHELBY- Bonnie Ellen Walker, born November 28, 1939, peacefully passed away on October 28, 2026, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family.
Bonnie was a woman of fierce spirit and boundless love. Known for her hard-headed and stubborn nature, she was truly a pistol—full of life, laughter, and an indomitable will. She cherished her time spent with friends,...
Bennett Roosevelt Vause
Oct 25, 2026
SHELBY- Bennett Roosevelt Vause, known to all as Ben, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2026, in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, at the age of 79. Born on December 20, 1946, in Selma, North Carolina, Ben lived a life defined by kindness, laughter, and unwavering faith.
Ben was a simple man with the sweetest heart; he never said a mean word...
Lynn Hambright Davis
Oct 25, 2026
SHELBY- Lynn Hambright Davis, born August 7, 1950, in Cherokee, Co., passed away peacefully on October 25, 2026, at the age of 76, surrounded by her loving family.
Lynn was a devoted school teacher who inspired countless students through her passion and dedication. She loved her family deeply and approached each day with a spirit full of love and purpose. Known...
Jewel McFarland Greene
Oct 15, 2026
SHELBY- Jewel McFarland Greene, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on October 15th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 5th, 1940, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, Jewel lived a full and inspiring life of 86 years.
A woman of unwavering faith and deep devotion, Jewel was a faithful member...
Teresa "Teri" Greene
Oct 13, 2026
RUTHERFORDTON- Teresa “Teri” Greene, age 70, of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026. Born on May 26, 1956, in Cleveland County, NC, Teri lived a life filled with kindness, warmth, and an open heart.
Teri was a dedicated security guard who approached her work with diligence and care. Beyond her professional life, she found joy in simple pleasures...
Larry Thomas Canipe
Oct 10, 2026
SHELBY- Larry Thomas Canipe, born on October 3, 1947, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on October 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 79.
Larry was a man of unwavering dedication and spirit. An avid runner, he embraced the challenge and triumph of the Boston Marathon, completing it twice with remarkable determination. His passion...
Amy Lynn Hartley
Oct 9, 2026
SHELBY- Amy Lynn Hartley, born April 16, 1961, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on October 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 65.
Amy was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Shelby, where she grew up and nurtured her faith. She found great joy in gardening and working in her yard,...
Lawrence L. Drummond
Oct 8, 2026
SHELBY- Lawrence L. Drummond, born August 15, 1951, in Redbay, Alabama, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2026, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, at the age of 75.
Lawrence was a man who found true joy and excitement in the great outdoors. An enthusiastic and accomplished deer and turkey hunter, he cherished every moment spent in the woods, where the rhythm...
Linda "Granny" Causby
Oct 3, 2026
FOREST CITY- Linda Causby, affectionately known as "Granny," passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, in Shelby, NC, at the age of 84. Born in Cleveland County on September 8, 1942, Granny was a beacon of love and wisdom to everyone who had the privilege to know her.
Granny spent many years working at Cone Mills, where she was known not only...
Betty Buddin Hooten
Sep 27, 2026
SHELBY- Betty Buddin Hooten, formerly of Wilmington, NC, passed away peacefully September 27, 2026, at the age of 80 at Testa Family Hospice House.
Born in Horry County on February 12, 1946, she was the daughter of the late William Harold Buddin and Iris Stanley Buddin. They moved to Wilmington, NC when Betty was an infant. In addition to her parents,...
Floyd Ray "Dude" Latham
Sep 24, 2026
SHELBY- Floyd Ray “Dude” Latham, age 82 of Shelby, hung up his golf clubs and dancing shoes, and went home to be with the Lord on September 24th, 2026 at Peak Resources in Cherryville.
Born on October 2nd, 1943, he was the son of the late William Mack Latham and Maggie Lee Black Latham. Floyd was preceded in death by his...
Catherine Davis Gibson
Sep 21, 2026
SHELBY- Catherine Davis Gibson, affectionately known as Mama and Grammy to her beloved family, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, in Shelby, NC. Born on July 20, 1945, in Cleveland County, Catherine graced this world for 81 vibrant years filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering spirit.
A lifelong member of Sulphur Springs Methodist Church, Catherine embodied the essence of...
James Christopher Heaton
Sep 17, 2026
FORT WORTH, TX- James Christopher "Chris" Heaton, born on May 24, 1963, in Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at the age of 63 on September 17, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. Chris was a remarkable individual whose life was defined by dedication, love, and an unyielding spirit that inspired everyone he met.
Chris spent over three decades building a distinguished career...
Michael "Mike" Green
Sep 14, 2026
SHELBY- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Green, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He departed this life on September 14, 2026, at the age of 79, surrounded by his family.
Born on November 7, 1946, in Cleveland County, he was a devoted member of his community and lived a life full...
Charles & Elaine Bye
Sep 12, 2026
Mary Beth Schoen, daughter
"Although they began their lives at different times and in different places, Elaine Faye (Brooks) Bye and Charles Anthony Bye belonged together in life and beyond and so it is fitting that we remember them together. Charlie (1951) was born in Indiana and Elaine (1952) in Iowa. They met in high school (circa 1967) in Kentucky and...
Ernest Ansel "E.A" Hartley
Sep 11, 2026
November 24, 1930 – September 11, 2026
With heavy hearts, yet with the assurance of his eternal home with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, we announce the passing of Ernest Ansel “E.A.” Hartley, age 95. A devoted Christian, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, he lived a life marked by faith, family, service, and love for others. Born...
Rachel Sue Oaks
Sep 8, 2026
SHELBY- Rachel Sue Oaks, born on March 2, 1944, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on September 8, 2026, surrounded by her beloved family.
Rachel's journey through life was marked by dedication, love, and an unwavering spirit that inspired all who knew her. She spent her early years in Cleveland County, where she graduated...
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