OBITUARIES
Patricia Hollifield Anderson
Mar 30, 2025
SHELBY: With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Patricia Hollifield Anderson, who departed this world peacefully on March 30, 2025, in Cleveland County. Born on March 8, 1935, in Burke County, Patricia graced this earth with her presence for 90 years. Patricia was a woman of profound kindness and unwavering devotion to her family. Her life was a testament...
Harley Privette
Mar 28, 2025
CHERRYVILLE: Born on October 19, 1992, in Union County, Harley Sebastian Privette passed away on March 28, 2025, at Atrium Health Cleveland, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. He was 32 years old. A devoted family man, Harley's life revolved around his cherished family and his work at the towing company he owned with his beloved wife, Angelina...
Jerry "Don" Gibson
Mar 25, 2025
SHELBY- Jerry "Don" Gibson, a lifelong resident of Shelby, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at Peak Resources on March 25, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on May 14, 1947, Don was known for his unwavering spirit and dedication to his family and work. Don spent over three decades working diligently at Kennedy Concrete & Utilities, where he built...
Patricia Ann Queen
Mar 25, 2025
GROVER: Patricia Ann Queen, 76, died Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Atrium Health Cleveland. She was the daughter of the late Robert Eugene and Delora Biddix Queen. She attended Allen Memorial Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Donnie Richardson. She is survived by her son, Scott Richardson and partner Max Herring...
Margie Lee Bowen
Mar 25, 2025
SHELBY- Cleveland County, NC has lost one of its brightest lights and most spirited souls. Margie Lee Bowen, aged 71, danced her way to heaven on March 25, 2025, leaving behind a trail of joy, laughter, and a touch of endearing chaos in true "hot mess" fashion. Born and raised in the charming confines of Cleveland County, NC, Margie was...
Julie Seagraves Hope
Mar 24, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN: In the grand tapestry of life, some threads shine a little brighter, weave a little wittier, and dance with colors that make the rest stand out. Julie Seagraves Hope, affectionately known to her grandchildren as Nana and to her many nieces and nephews as Aunt Julie, was exactly that kind of thread. Born on October 26, 1965, in...
Larry Waters
Mar 22, 2025
SHELBY: Larry Nathan Waters was born November 10, 1955. Every day for the past 15 years he savagely fought Parkinson’s Disease, up until his final day on March 22, 2025. He was born in Polk County to Doris Jackson Hooper, whom he was preceded in death by, along with his brother, Randall Dean Waters, and life long friend, Roger Parker....
Don Bridges
Mar 22, 2025
SHELBY: Carver Don Bridges, affectionately known as “Don”, peacefully departed in the early morning hours on Saturday, March 22, 2025 to go to his final resting place. Born August 16, 1938 in Cleveland County, Don spent most of his 86 years of life among family and friends on the homestead where he was born and raised. Don graduated from No....
Ivy Morehead
Mar 19, 2025
SHELBY-Ivy C. Morehead, a native and lifelong resident of Cleveland County, NC, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on July 2, 1953, he lived a life filled with dedication to his family and service to his country. Having served honorably in the National Guard, Ivy was a man committed to duty and community....
Rodney Hamrick
Mar 13, 2025
Rodney Eugene Hamrick, born on November 16, 1977, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, passed away on March 13, 2025, at the age of 47. His sudden departure leaves a profound void in the hearts of his family and friends. Rodney spent two decades as a dedicated Brick Mason with Beam Construction, where he was known for his strong work ethic...
Darryl Carpenter
Mar 10, 2025
SHELBY: Darryl Wayne Carpenter, born on November 1, 1961, took his final joyride into the sunset on March 10, 2025, at the age of 63. Hailing from Gaston County and concluding his earthly adventures in Cleveland County, Darryl lived a life full of sawdust, speed, and a whole lot of Cowboys spirit. Darryl was a man who could turn a...
Chase Burton
Mar 10, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN: On March 10, 2025, the world lost a bit of its sparkle with the passing of Steven "Chase" Burton at the youthful age of 33. Born on February 15, 1992, in Cleveland County, Chase managed to make quite the impression, leaving behind stories that will likely be told (and retold) with a knowing laugh and an affectionate eye-roll....
Christina Hardy
Mar 9, 2025
WEAVERVILLE: Christina Bache Hardy, 68, died Sunday, March 9, 2025 at her home in Weaverville. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby.
Sherri Preston
Mar 9, 2025
SHELBY, NC– Sherri Nichols Preston, aged 44, passed away in Gastonia, NC on March 9, 2025. She was born on September 7, 1980, in Newport News, VA, and throughout her life, Sherri brought warmth and devotion to her family and friends. A beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Sherri's love for her family was evident in all aspects of...
Lorene Walker
Mar 9, 2025
SHELBY: Nancy Lorene Walker, born on January 3, 1943, in Cleveland County, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, in Cherokee County at the age of 82. Lorene dedicated 38 years of her life working diligently at PPG, where she formed lifelong friendships and impacted those around her with her kindness and strong work ethic. Her heart was full of...
Norma Martin
Mar 9, 2025
SHELBY: Norma Jean Martin, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, in Cleveland County, the same place where she was born on October 1, 1946. She was 78 years old. Norma Jean lived a life full of love and warmth, always bringing joy to those around her. She never missed her favorite...
Dorothy Hendrick
Mar 9, 2025
SHELBY: Dorothy Ann Hamrick Hendrick, 94, left this earth for her heavenly home on March 9, 2025 at her home with her family there for Sunday lunch, just the way she liked it. Born in Shelby, NC on January 11, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Jessie Elizabeth Hamrick. Dot was also preceded in death by her husband...
Edward "Ed" Gumphrey
Mar 7, 2025
SHELBY- Edward Peter Gumphrey Jr, "Chip", age 76, passed away in his home in Shelby, NC on Friday, March 7, 2025. Ed was a retired Chief Warrant Officer, United States Navy. He was also a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, and a friend to so many. Named after his father, he was born in Washington, DC on July...
Tommy Bridges
Mar 2, 2025
SHELBY: Tommy Ray Bridges, a lifelong resident of Cleveland County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Cleveland County on March 26, 1943, he was the son of the late Clyde Bridges and Minnie Ledford Bridges. A man of service and dedication, Tommy honorably served his country in the United States...
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