OBITUARIES
Shea Roberts
Feb 26, 2024
SHELBY: Larry “Shea” "Bones" Roberts, 47, died Monday, February 26, 2024 at his home. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of Linda Lovelace Roberts and the late Roger Larry Roberts. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Kayla Marie Roberts and fiancée Sylvia; son, Joshua Haywood Roberts; sister, Christy Roberts Hamrick; brother, Roger...
Geneva Thrift
Feb 24, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Geneva Wiggins Thrift, 92, died Saturday, February 24, 2024 at her home. A native of Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late Dewey and Lillian Moore Wiggins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, William C. Thrift; sons, Harold C. Thrift and Robert D. Thrift; daughter, Lillian...
Christopher Ryan Starr
Feb 23, 2024
CHARLOTTE- Christopher Ryan Starr, usually known as Chris, passed away on February 23, 2024 in Charlotte, NC at age 36. He was a bright and cheerful person, a great storyteller who had a knack for making people laugh and engaging others in meaningful, impactful conversations. Chris will be dearly missed by his life partner Valerie Preston, his parents Tina Lynn...
Keith Norman
Feb 21, 2024
EARL: Keith Norman, 69, died Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at his home. A native of McDowell County, he was the son of the late Thomas “Roan” and Dorothy “Dot” Norman. Keith loved to share about Jesus and his boys. He always had a strong and positive attitude and enjoyed telling stories. He owned and operated Norman Sign Co. where he...
James Carrigan Sr.
Feb 16, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: James Preston Carrigan, Sr., 80, of Kings Mountain, passed away February 16, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born In Kings Mountain, NC to the late Arthur and Eliza Stiles Carrigan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Buell, Bob, Bill, and Gerald Carrigan and sister, Faye House. He is survived...
Becky White
Feb 16, 2024
MOORESBORO: Rebecca “Becky” White, 80, died Friday, February 16, 2024 at Atrium Health Cleveland. She was the daughter of the late Furman “Jack” and Irene Hensley Grant. Becky loved working in her rose garden and she was known for her homemade cream cheese pound cakes. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Crystle...
Bill Falls
Feb 14, 2024
Kings Mountain: Ira William “Bill” Falls, died Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Hospice of Wendover Shelby. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Ira and Bertha Culberson Falls. Bill served his Country faithfully in the U.S. Air Force and was a longtime member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great...
Raymond Pearson
Feb 13, 2024
SHELBY: Raymond Gerald Pearson, 82, died Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Wendover Hospice. He was the son of the late Jarvis and Verdie Blanton Pearson. Raymond had a love for antique John Deere tractors and enjoyed restoring them. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Joyce Hamrick Pearson; sisters, Doris Bright,...
Scott Franklin
Feb 12, 2024
BOILING SPRINGS: Gregory Scott Franklin (or more affectionately known as “Scott) died peacefully and surrounded by family and friends in Shelby, North Carolina, on Monday, February 12, 2024, at the age of 60, following a fearless battle with brain cancer. During that time, his love for his family remained steadfast and his faith never wavered. The enduring optimism and kindness...
Harold Beam
Feb 9, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Reverend Harold Beam, 81, passed away Friday February 9th, 2024 at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte. Born in Shelby, NC on May 11th, 1942. He was the son of the late Reviere Beam and Eugenia Mode Beam. Harold pastored area churches for 50 years. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Ruth...
George Card
Feb 9, 2024
George Henry Card, of Blacksburg, SC, left this Earth after a brief, but difficult illness. A fighter until the end. George passed away Friday, February 9, 2024; at the age of 46. George was born on July 27, 1977 in Oil City, PA to the late William Charles Card and Georgena Everett. George will be remembered for his love of...
Mary Chapin
Feb 6, 2024
Kings Mountain- It is with deep sorrow that we announce that Mary Lois Chapin of Kings Mountian, North Carolina passed away February 6, 2024, at the age of 73, leaving behind her beloved husband, David Leonard Chapin, and children, Rachel Chapin Martinez (Erick Martinez), David Chapin (Fred Long), Samuel Collins (Heather Collins), Jeremy Chapin (Laura Chapin), Paul Chapin, Sarah J....
Gregory Wilson
Feb 5, 2024
MIDLAND, TX- Gregory Wilson, 67, died February 5,2024 in Shelby. Aquamation services provided by Clay-Barnette.
Randall Coleman
Feb 4, 2024
Shelby- Randall Coleman, 69, died Sunday, February 4, 2024 at Carolina Care in Cherryville. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Rev. James Howell and Dorothy Randall Coleman. Randall was a gifted musician a a devoted Christian. He is survived by brother, Hayne Coleman and wife Lori; one nephew; one niece, one great niece; and...
Linda Hamrick
Feb 1, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Linda Peterson Hamrick, 76, died Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center. A private graveside service will be held in Mountain Rest Cemetery.
Daniel Gold
Jan 29, 2024
Shelby - Daniel “Dan” Gold, 64, died Monday, January 29th, 2024 peacefully surrounded by his family at Wendover Hospice of Shelby. Dan is survived by his devoted wife of 40 years, Tamara Pachuta Gold of the home; son, Seth Gold (Ashley Wooten); daughter, Shaina Gold (Elliot Saatzer); sisters Mary C. Ramos (Tim McKendrick) and Loretta Ramos; brothers, George Ramos (Kathy)...
Fred Loftin
Jan 28, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Fred Eugene Loftin Jr., 69, died Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Atrium Health Cleveland. He was the son of the late Fred Sr. and Emma Loftin. He loved being outside doing yard work and his beloved dog, Kendall aka Pookie. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his son, Adam Lee Loftin; and sister,...
Betty Warlick
Jan 26, 2024
SHELBY: Betty Rollins Warlick, 89, died Friday, January 26, 2024 at Holly Springs Senior Center in Rutherfordton. A native of Cleveland County, Betty was the daughter of the late Dewey and Essie Hunt Rollins. She worked in State Government and enjoyed playing basketball, shopping and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...
Robert Dawson
Jan 23, 2024
SHELBY: Robert “Bobby” Dawson, 91, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at his home. He was the son of the late Ira and Blanche Dawson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Lucille Dawson; brothers, Horace and Darrell Dawson; and sister, Elizabeth McKinney. Bobby is survived by his daughters, Robin Cash and husband Kenneth...
Sarah Cochran
Jan 22, 2024
SHELBY: Sarah Champion Cochran, 79, died Monday, January 22, 2024, at Wendover Hospice. She was the daughter of the late Jim and Sissie B. Champion. Sarah was a long-time member of Landmark Baptist Church and an avid Avon lady. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her infant daughter, Dana; brother, William Champion; sister, Cora Anne...
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