OBITUARIES
Harold "Vaughn" Mccracken
Jun 16, 2023
CHERRYVILLE: Harold “Vaughn” McCracken, 81, passed away the morning of June 16, 2023 at his home with his family at his side. Vaughn was born in Haywood County on October 10, 1941 to Blake Andrew and Mora Jane Justice McCracken. He served 6 years in the Army Nation Guard in Mooresville, where he worked heavy equipment. He was known for...
Mary Jo Turner
Jun 15, 2023
SHELBY: Mary Jo (Davis) Turner, 81, passed away Thursday, June 15, with her favorite girls by her side. Born in Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Benjamin Thomas and Viola Pitchford Davis. In addition to her parents, Mary Jo is preceded in death by her husband, J.D. Turner, Jr.; son Jerry Dwayne Turner; and sister, Burnette...
Roger Guthrie
Jun 14, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Roger Guthrie, 69, died Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at his home. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby, NC.
Ronny Honeycutt
Jun 14, 2023
SHELBY: Ronny Lane Honeycutt,74, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on June 14, 2023. He was the son of the late, Thomas and Carrie Honeycutt. Ronny proudly served his country as a young man in the US Army in Germany. His family, including siblings and grandkids, brought him much pride and joy. He had a passion for...
Norris Snellings
Jun 12, 2023
SHELBY: Norris H. Snellings, 81, died Monday, June 12, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Sampson and Alma Rippy Snellings. Norris worked for more than 40 years at Celanese Corporation and was a member of Buffalo Baptist Church. He enjoyed hot rods and spending time with his grandchildren. In...
Elma Vassey
Jun 10, 2023
SHELBY: Elma Vassey, 49, died Saturday, June 10, 2023 at her home. Born in the Philippines, she was the daughter of Epifania Candame of Shelby and the late Elias Candame. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Candame. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her loving husband, Thurman “Moran” Vassey...
Seven Potlow
Jun 7, 2023
GROVER: Baby Seven Potlow died Wednesday, Jule 7, 2023 at Atrium Health Cleveland. Funeral services are private to the family.
Jean Mckinney
Jun 5, 2023
SHELBY: Jean A. McKinney, 64, died Monday, June 5, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. Born in Gaston County, she is the daughter of Phyllis McKinney of Shelby and the late Ralph McKinney Jr. Jean retired as a RN from Cleveland Regional Medical Center after almost 30 years of service. She had a great love for her nieces and nephews. In...
Thomas "Tommy" Yarborough
Jun 5, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Thomas “Tommy” Dixon Yarborough Jr., 93, died Monday, June 5, 2023, at Hospice at Wendover in Shelby, NC. Born on June 11, 1929, in Gaston County, NC, he was the son of the late Thomas Dixon Yarborough Sr. and Ethel Opal Stroup Yarborough. Tommy was a 1947 graduate of Gastonia High School and served with pride in the...
Kenneth Ray Walker
Jun 3, 2023
SHELBY: Kenneth Ray “Doc” Walker, 75 of Shelby, North Carolina, passed away on June 3, 2023 surrounded by family and friends at Charles George VA Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina. He was born on February 16, 1948 to Paul Walker and Vera Hoyle of Shelby, North Carolina. Ken graduated from Shelby High School in 1966. He was a Navy corpsman...
Luis Reyes
Jun 2, 2023
SHELBY: Luis Reyes, 50, died Friday, June 2, 2023 at Atrium Health Cleveland. Born in Mexico, he was the son of the late Marie Reyes. Luis worked for Tilmar Textiles for 25 years and loved playing soccer and spending time with his daughters. He is survived by his daughters, Breanna Reyes of Wilmington and Chelsea Reyes of Shelby; step-daughter, Michelle...
Brenda Meeks
Jun 1, 2023
SHELBY: Brenda Robinson Meeks, 50, died Thursday, June 1, 2023 at home. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby.
Anita Hullender
May 31, 2023
SHELBY: Anita Lynn Hullender, 59, died Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Atrium Health Cleveland. A native of Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late George and Dessie Ellis Hullender. Anita enjoyed crocheting, cooking, baking, watching NASCAR and spending time with her family. She was a member of New Beginnings Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...
Doug Gold
May 27, 2023
SHELBY: Benjamin “Doug” Gold, 75, died Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Griffin and Ellie Campbell Gold. Doug served in the Army and worked for Porter Brother’s and later served as a Cleveland County Magistrate. He enjoyed playing softball and was an avid Shelby High School...
Phillip Mclamb
May 27, 2023
SHELBY: Phillip Brandon McLamb, 41, died Saturday, May 27, 2023. Born in Myrtle Beach, SC, he is the son of Sue L. Rippy of Shelby and the late Joseph McLamb. Phillip served in the Army, serving two tours. He was part of the 82nd Airborne training. He graduated Cleveland Community College and worked for Hammer Cody Roofing. In addition to...
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...
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