OBITUARIES
Robert Munoz
May 26, 2023
SHELBY: Dr. Robert “Rob” Munoz, 69, died Friday, May 26, 2023 at his home. Born in Seneca, OH, he was the son of the late Roberto and Marjorie Hollenbaugh Munoz. Rob graduated college from Ohio State University, and he always remained an avid Buckeye fan. He was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church and retired as a Professor of...
Brock Smith
May 26, 2023
LAWNDALE: Brock Stephen Smith, 32, died Friday, May 26, 2023 at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte. A native of Cleveland County, he is the son of Stephen Smith and wife Annette of Shelby and Pam Sarratt and husband Jacob Hoyle of Casar. Brock had a love for anything that involved being outside. He enjoyed grilling and building different things. His...
Harold Wilson
May 25, 2023
SHELBY: Harold Wilson, 76, died Thursday, May 25, 2023 at his home. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late George and Virginia Blanton Wilson. Harold served in the Navy and worked for Piedmont Airlines which later became U.S. Airways, where he retired after 32 ½ years of service. After retirement, he worked in security in...
Jon Cobb
May 23, 2023
GROVER: Jonathan “Jon” Lane Cobb, 28, died Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at his home. A native of Cleveland County, he is the son of Rodney and Misty Putnam Cobb of Shelby. Jon loved his wife and family dearly. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, listening to music and celebrating Fourth of July and Halloween. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Carla...
Jemilyon Martin
May 17, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Baby Jemilyon Martin died Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Atrium Health Cleveland. Funeral services are private to the family.
Keith Parris
May 17, 2023
SHELBY: Keith Eugene Parris, 69, died Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Atrium Health Cleveland. He was son of Shirley Drewery and the late Paul Eugene Parris. Keith proudly served as a Marine, loved riding his scooter and watching wrestling. In addition to his father, he is preceded by his son, Kenny Parris; and sister, Tammy. He is survived by his...
Wolf Buehner
May 16, 2023
MOORESBORO: Karl “Wolf” Wolfgang Buehner, 82, died Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Born in New Jersey, he was the son of the late Karl and Anna Kramer Buehner. Wolf served in the Navy and was a master brick mason. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Betty Bell Buehner...
Robyn Davis
May 11, 2023
SHELBY: Robyn Emery Davis, 60, died Thursday, May 11, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. A native of Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert Emery and Betty Bridges. Robyn worked in textiles and had a love for her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Allen Emory. She is survived...
Tonya Varnadore
May 11, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Tonya Renee Varnadore, 43, died Thursday, May 11, 2023 at home. Born in Cherokee County, SC, she was the daughter of the late James and Patty Varnadore. Tonya is survived by her daughter, Samantha Varnadore; and grandchildren, DJ and Dayana Simmons. Services are private to the family. FUNERAL HOME: Arrangements are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Kings...
Max Wease
May 11, 2023
BOILING SPRINGS: Max Marsdon “Marty” Wease, 69, died Thursday, May 11, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Gene and Geraldine Blanton Wease. Max graduated from Crest High School and attended Gardner-Webb University. He was a 37 year employee with Republic and a member of Boiling Springs Baptist Church. He...
Delores Young
May 7, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Delores Young, 91, died Sunday, May 7, 2023 at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain. Aquamation services provided by Clay-Barnette of Kings Mountain.
Curtis Herron
May 2, 2023
GROVER: Curtis Herron, 76, died Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at Atrium Health Cleveland. He was the son of the late Fred and Annie Mae Herron. In addition to his parents, he is preceded by his wife, Judy Herron; and several brothers and sisters. He is survived by his son, John Herron and husband Cliff of Greenville; daughters Liberty Herron and...
Carolyn Case
May 2, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Carolyn Nadine Case, 74, died Tuesday, May 2,2023, at her home. She was the daughter of the late James Floyd and Leiler Black. Carolyn was a member of Calvary Way Holiness Church and loved to volunteer at Patrick Senior Center in Kings Mountain. She was well loved by many and she never met a stranger. In addition to...
Donna Keown
May 1, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Donna Keown, 48, died Monday, May 1, 2023 at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. Aquamation services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral & Aquamation in Kings Mountain.
Velda "Mickey" Patton
Apr 30, 2023
SHELBY: Velda "Mickey" Patton, 87, died Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Peak Resources in Cherryville. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.
Betty Sue Lanning
Apr 28, 2023
SHELBY: Betty Sue Deaton Lanning, 84, died Friday, April 28, 2023 at Cleveland Pines Nursing Center. Born in GA, she was the daughter to the late Harrison and Essie Cain Deaton. Betty was a member of Sandy Plains Baptist Church and retired as a Nurse with Cleveland Regional Medical Center. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...
Raymond "Randy" Munzer
Apr 24, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Raymond “Randy” George Munzer, 59, died Monday, April 24, 2023 at CaroMont Health in Gastonia. Randy gave his time and service by serving in the US Army. He enjoyed being a Veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Annie Munzer; son, Ryan Munzer; and brother, Ronnie Moss. He is survived by his daughter, Amy...
Robert Bodwell Sr.
Apr 22, 2023
SHELBY: Robert Francis Bodwell Sr., 82, died Saturday, April 22, 2023 at his home. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby, NC.
James Philbeck
Apr 20, 2023
SHELBY: James E. Philbeck, 83, died Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Clarence and Veda Blanton Philbeck. James was a 57 year member of the Local Plumbing/Pipe Fitting Industry. He enjoyed photography, and loved animals, wildlife and nature. He was an avid Braves fan and he...
Pat Putnam
Apr 18, 2023
SHELBY: Patricia “Pat” Putnam, 89, died Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. Born in Rutherford County, she was the daughter of the late Loren and Blanche Jones. Pat was a graduate of Number 3 High School and was a faithful member of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church. She loved to laugh, spend time at the beach and she was...
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