OBITUARIES
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...
Mary Phillips
Oct 13, 2023
SHELBY:Mary Laura Phillips, born on December 31, 1943, in Morganton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2023, at her home in Shelby, surrounded by her loved ones. She was 79 years old. Mary was the beloved daughter of the late H.K. Phillips and Cassie Inez Phillips. A devoted mother, she is survived by her three children: William A....
Rodney Smith
Oct 12, 2023
FOREST CITY: Rodney Eric Smith, 56, died Thursday, October 12, 2023 at Prisma Health in Greenville, SC. Born in Richmond, VA, he was the son of the late John and Mattie Toney Smith. Rodney worked as a Supply Chain Director at Prisma Health in Greenville. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle with friends. His hobbies included camping, kayaking and spending time...
Vickie Jane Conner
Oct 11, 2023
BELMONT- Vickie Conner, 80, died Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at Caromont Health in Gastonia. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby, NC
Lamona Gregory
Oct 11, 2023
LONG ISLAND,NY- Lemona Gregor, 54, died on Wednesday at the home of her daughter. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby, NC
Loretta Ludwig
Oct 10, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Loretta Noles Ludwig, 74, died Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at her home. A native of Gaston County, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Nellie Tilley Noles. She was a member of Westover Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Don Ludwig; daughter, Angela Vaughn; and five brothers...
Jayne Shaw
Oct 10, 2023
SHELBY: Jayne Bailey Shaw, 81, of Shelby, NC, joined her precious Lord and Savior in Heaven on October 10, 2023. She was born at home in Mooresboro, NC on July 6, 1942 to Alvie Ernest Bailey and Nelle Harris Bailey, and was the middle child of two brothers, Larry & Jimmie. Jayne graduated from Shelby High School where she played...
Charles Humphries
Oct 5, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Charles Newland Humphries, 84, died Thursday, October 5, 2023 at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain. Born in Transylvania County, he was the son of the late Avery and Nora Batson Humphries. Charles served in the National Guard and worked many years as a Brick Mason, later retiring from Eaton Corp. after 22 years of service. He loved...
Jerry Carroll
Sep 30, 2023
SHELBY: Jerry Wayne Carroll, 78, died Saturday, September 30, 2023 at his home. A native of Watauga County, he was the son of the late Fred and Cleo Johnson Carroll. Jerry lived all of his life in Boone, later moving to Shelby where he has lived for the past 11 years. He was a former member of Boone Baptist Church...
Mary White
Sep 30, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Mary White, 79, died Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Peak Resources in Shelby. Born in Isabella County, MI she was the daughter of the late Frank and Joy Abbott Rilett. Mary was a Mail Carrier for the Postal Service. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband of 37 years, Fred White. She is...
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