OBITUARIES
Jeanette Estep
Nov 21, 2023
SHELBY: Jeanette Camp Estep, 86, died Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. Born in Rutherford County, she was the daughter of the late George Marion Camp and Bertha Jane Mathis Camp. She graduated from Shelby Hospital School of Nursing and worked at the Shelby Hospital, as a R.N., for nearly 10 years. She later worked for the Shelby...
Kathryn Meloy
Nov 18, 2023
Kathryn Meloy, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Saturday morning, November 18th at Matthews Health & Rehabilitation Center, Charlotte N.C. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Lena Bertoncini. She grew up in an Italian household on Staten Island , NY with three sisters, Laura Gentile, Josephine Mongiardini (her twin) and Rosann O’Keeffe. Kathryn married Leo...
Willa Dean Caldwell
Nov 18, 2023
BELMONT: Willa Dean White Caldwell, passed away peacefully, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, November 18th, 2023 after a courageous 7-year battle with dementia. Dean was born on July 7th, 1948 in Charlotte, NC, to the late Leonard Baxter White & Lois Walls White. She spent her early childhood years in Cornelius, NC with her Uncle...
Bobby Guffey
Nov 18, 2023
SHELBY: Bobby B. Guffey, 87, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023 at his home. Bobby was born in Shelby, NC on February 29, 1936 to Raleigh and Pearl M. Guffey. After graduating from Shelby High School in 1954, he served in the US Army for 2 years receiving training in Cryptography. He worked in the Pentagon in Washington, DC and...
Jenny Davis
Nov 15, 2023
Jenny Davis, 42, died Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at Wendover Hospice. Aquamation services provided by Clay-Barnette.
Stephen "Tommy" White
Nov 11, 2023
SHELBY: Stephen "Tommy" Lamar White, 77, died Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Hospice of Carolina Foothills in Forest City. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday November 17, 2023 at Drury Dobbin Baptist Church.
Thelma Hughes
Nov 9, 2023
SHELBY: Thelma Martin Hughes, 89, died Thursday, November 9, 2023 at White Oak Manor in Shelby. Born in Cherokee County, SC she was the daughter of the late Boyd and Mattie Pearson Martin. Thelma worked as a CNA for 30 years and was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and gardening. In addition to her parents,...
Foy Fredell
Nov 8, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN -- Foy Jack Fredell, 76, entered into his heavenly home on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 surrounded by his family at home. Foy was born on February 20, 1947 in Rutherfordton, NC to the late William Robert Fredell and Bessie Myrtle Self. He was preceded in death by his sisters; Mildred Hamrick, Vergie Campbell, Agnes Bowen and Annie Moses;...
Steve Davis
Nov 8, 2023
SHELBY: Steve Davis, 73, died Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Peak Resources of Shelby. He was the son of the late Jesse and Geneva Davis. Steve was a volunteer fireman with Waco Fire Department for many years, he loved playing soft ball and was an umpire for Shelby City Park. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...
Delores Bowlin
Nov 5, 2023
SHELBY: Delores Ann Bowlin, 79, died Sunday November 5, 2023 at Atrium Cleveland. She was the daughter of the late Ernest and Lucille Nichols. Delores is survived by her sons, Steven Nichols and Ronald Nichols of Shelby; daughter, Teresa Bowlin of Shelby; niece, Shelly Shoemaker and husband Charles of Shelby; nephew, Jeffery Shoemaker of Shelby; and great-niece Ashley Shoemaker. Aquamation...
Larry Harrill
Nov 2, 2023
SHELBY: Larry Newton Harrill, 81, died Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Ralph and Zadie Pearl Pearson Harrill. Larry served in the Army, retired from Fiber Industries, and was a member of Flint Hill Baptist Church, where he enjoyed taking trips with the Sonshine Gang. He...
Zelma "Tinky" Scarborough
Nov 2, 2023
GROVER: Zelma "Tinky" Scarborough, 77, died Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Wendover Hospice. She was the daughter of the late Harley and Willie Scruggs. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James Scarborough; and sisters, Nadine, Dot and Debbie. She is survived by her sons, Jeremy Scarborough and wife Jennifer of Kings Mountain and...
Maxine Cochran
Nov 1, 2023
SHELBY: On Wednesday afternoon, November 1, 2023, Maxine Cochran went to be with her LORD, her Mama and Daddy, her husband Lem and her son Eric, and a host of other loved ones who greeted her at heaven’s gate; she was finally home, a place she longed for daily. After years of suffering with Alzheimer’s, in what seemed like the...
Ann Stanley
Nov 1, 2023
SHELBY: Ann Stanley, 60, died Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at Piedmont Medical Center. She was the daughter of Harris Putnam of Shelby and the late Hazel Putnam. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her sister Joyce. Ann was a member at Christ Covenant Ministries in Shelby, an avid animal and dog lover; she loved to...
Catherine Long
Oct 22, 2023
SHELBY: Catherine Rae Long, 95, died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at her home. She was the daughter of the late Cyrus and Garr Ledbetter. Catherine was a faithful member of Flint Hill Baptist Church, she loved cooking and making rolls for all her family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James...
Margaret Buehner
Oct 22, 2023
GAFFNEY: Margaret Lis Buehner, 50, died Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home. She was the daughter of the late James and Brenda Caldwell. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Penny Caldwell. Margaret is survived by her husband, Frank Buehner; daughters, Kayla, Megan and Elizabeth Lee; brother, James T. Caldwell and spouse Janda...
Gerald Gardner
Oct 18, 2023
SHELBY: Gerald Thomas Gardner Jr., 57, died Wednesday October 18, 2023, at Atrium Health Cleveland. A Cleveland County native, he was the son of the late Gerald Thomas Sr. and Brenda Gardner. Gerald had a special gift for making everyone he met laugh. He was a member at Camps Creek Baptist Church, he loved racing, slot cars, hot wheels, skateboarding,...
Cheryl Erschen
Oct 18, 2023
ROCKHILL,SC- In Memoriam: Cheryl Ann Erschen August 18, 1959 – October 18, 2023 With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Cheryl Ann Erschen, an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and artist. Born on August 18, 1959, to Carol and David Johnson, Cheryl was a beacon of love, talent, and grace throughout her lifetime. Preceded in death by her brothers...
Urijah Orton
Oct 18, 2023
In Loving Memory Urijah James Christopher Orton, born September 13, 2016, brought laughter and adventure to everyone who knew him. His infectious smile had the power to light up any room. He was his father's baby boy, and they shared a deep connection. He loved playing Fortnite with his dad and big brothers, building bonfires, and working on cars. Urijah...
Danny Spurling
Oct 15, 2023
SHELBY: Danny Spurling, 71, died Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Atrium Health Cleveland. A Cleveland County native, he the son of the late Jesse and Mary Spurling. Danny was a graduate of Shelby High School, a US Army Veteran, and he worked for CA Short and later Cleveland Lumber. His passions were carp fishing and being part of a bowling...
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