OBITUARIES
Lisa Ann Ponder
Dec 1, 2025
GAFFNEY- With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lisa Ann Ponder, a loving, dedicated, and beautiful soul, who left this world on December 1, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on March 9, 1977, in Elizabethtown, KY, Lisa lived a life filled with love, devotion, and resilience. She passed away surrounded by her children and the love of...
Shelia Marie Hamrick Canipe
Dec 1, 2025
SHELBY - Shelia Marie Hamrick Canipe, of Shelby, North Carolina, was born on October 4, 1960, and passed away at her home on December 1, 2025, at the age of 65.
Her family was the center of her world, and she cherished every moment spent with them, creating memories that will live on in their hearts.
Preceding her in death were her...
Susan Eileen Letchford
Dec 1, 2025
CHERRYVILLE - Susan Eileen Letchford, 75, of Cherryville, passed on Monday, December 1, 2025. She was the daughter of Edgar and Helen Nagle of Erie, Pennsylvania. She is survived by her spouse, Robert Letchford of Cherryville; daughter, Dr. Mary Staehle (Paul), and grandsons, Mark and Eric, of Moorestown, New Jersey; daughter, Laura Kinken, and granddaughter, Courtney, of Charlotte; stepdaughter, Charlene Letchford,...
Luciana Foy
Nov 30, 2025
GROVER - Luciana Foy, a beacon of light and love, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, in Shelby, North Carolina. Born on January 8, 1955, in the Philippines, to the late Simeon Cantiverons Paraiso and Pascuala Labapis Paraiso. Luciana lived 70 years filled with grace, kindness, and unwavering faith.
A devoted follower of God, Luciana dedicated her life to spreading His...
Elbert Ted McSwain
Nov 30, 2025
SHELBY- Elbert Ted McSwain, affectionately known as Ted, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, at the age of 72. Born on July 10, 1953, in Cleveland County, Ted spent his entire life in the community he loved.
Ted was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. After dedicating over 30 years...
Robert Casey Lovelace
Nov 20, 2025
GROVER - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Casey Lovelace, who left this world on November 20, 2025 at the age of 77. Born on March 14, 1948, in Shelby, North Carolina, Robert spent his final days in Grover, North Carolina, surrounded by loved ones.
Robert was a man of rare kindness and generosity, whose...
Betty Bowers Broome
Nov 15, 2025
GROVER - Betty Jane Bowers Broome, a beloved matriarch and a beacon of faith, entered into eternal rest on November 15, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on October 8, 1930, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, to the late Fred Bowers and Annis Martin Bowers, she spent her life surrounded by the warmth and love of her family and...
Mary "Midge" White
Nov 14, 2025
SHELBY - Mary Alexander White, affectionately known as "Midge," went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 14, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on May 20, 1949, in York, South Carolina, Midge's journey through life was one of love, dedication, and service to others. She passed away peacefully in Shelby, North Carolina, leaving behind...
George Phillippe Rizkallah
Nov 6, 2025
George Phillippe Rizkallah, age 66, of Shelby, NC, passed away on November 6, 2025. George was preceded in death by his parents Phillippe and Jamileh Rizkallah and brother Ibrahim Rizkallah. Left to cherish his memory, is his wife Billie Ann and children, Shannon Froehlich (Dan), Callie Acuff (Josh), Warren Gheen (Lynnae), eight grandchildren as well as sister-in-law, Marilyn Cantrell (Don),...
Glenda Earl O'Shields
Nov 5, 2025
SHELBY- Glenda Earl O'Shields, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, in Cleveland County. Born on February 5, 1941, also in Cleveland County, Glenda graced this world with 84 remarkable years filled with love, dedication, and unwavering strength.
A proud graduate of the University of South Carolina, Glenda's Gamecock spirit...
Mary H. Goodwin
Nov 4, 2025
Shelby - Mary Hewitt Goodwin, a cherished member of the Shelby, North Carolina community, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on February 17, 1944, in Lenoir, North Carolina, Mary lived a life filled with love, dedication, and service to others.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and friend, Mary's life was a testament to...
Rita Causby Gann
Nov 4, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN- With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rita Causby Gann, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, on November 4, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on October 24, 1944, in Cleveland County, Rita spent her entire life in the community she cherished so dearly.
Rita was a devoted Christian and a faithful member of Faith Baptist...
Gary Curtis Walker
Nov 2, 2025
SHELBY-Gary Curtis Walker, born on August 26, 1947, in Rutherford County, NC, passed away peacefully at his home in Shelby, NC, on November 2, 2025, at the age of 78. A good man with a kind heart, Gary was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord deeply and surely blew heaven's doors wide open upon his arrival.
Gary's life was marked...
Herbert Boyd Switzer
Oct 31, 2025
Shelby - Herbert Boyd Switzer, beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 31, 2025, in Gastonia, North Carolina, at the age of 83. Born on January 8, 1942, in Batavia, New York, to the late Floyd Cecil Switzer and Lula Belle Boyd Switzer, Herb lived a life filled with love, passion, and...
Brittany Ann Wright
Oct 30, 2025
Grover - Brittany Ann Wright, born on July 1, 1990, in Grover, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the age of 35. Her spirit touched all who knew her, and she will forever be remembered for her boundless love and kindness.
Brittany's life was a tapestry woven with love for people and children. Her...
Gloria Ann Whitaker Strickland
Oct 28, 2025
Shelby - Gloria Ann Whitaker Strickland, born on February 8, 1940, in the charming town of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, in Shelby, North Carolina, at the age of 85. Throughout her life, Gloria was a formidable presence, known for her unwavering strength and steadfast faith.
A lifelong resident of North Carolina, Gloria found joy in...
Dan Mitchell Stacey
Oct 24, 2025
Lawndale - Dan Mitchell Stacey, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 24, 2025, in Lawndale, North Carolina, at the age of 70. Born on June 11, 1955, in Brewton, Alabama, to the late Willie E. Stacey, Jr. and Margret Dixon Stacey. Dan lived a life filled with hard work, love, and unwavering dedication to his family.
Dan...
Edna Crotts Alexander
Oct 24, 2025
SHELBY- Edna Crotts Alexander, at the age of 89, entered into her eternal home on October 24, 2025. She is now in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Edna was born on October 24, 1936 to the late Clarence and Ethel Crotts.
Edna loved life, her family and friends, but nothing nor anyone compared to the love she...
Sandra Kay Earl
Oct 22, 2025
SHELBY- Sandra Kay Earl, a beacon of light, passed away on October 22, 2025, at the age of 72 in Shelby. Born on May 5, 1953, Sandra embraced life with grace, compassion, and an infectious sense of humor that left a lasting impression on everyone she met.
Sandra dedicated over 30 years of her career to Gardner Webb University, where she...
Hoey William Marshall, Jr.
Oct 17, 2025
SHELBY - It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hoey "Bo" William Marshall, Jr., who departed this world on October 17, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Shelby, North Carolina, on September 8, 1948, to the late Hoey William Marshall, Sr. and Beatrice Carpenter Marshall.
Bo was a man who found joy in...
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