OBITUARIES

Roger Dukes

Roger Dukes

Jan 29, 2017

SHELBY- Roger E. Dukes, 75, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017 at Wendover Hospice. Arrangements are pending with Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Shelby.

Baby Daereanna Gill

Baby Daereanna Gill

Jan 26, 2017

SHELBY- Baby Daereanna Martrice Gill, died Thurs., Jan 26, 2017, at Levine Children’s Hospital in Charlotte. Born Jan. 9, 2017, she was the daughter of Christopher Gill and Jada Mintz of Shelby. SURVIVED: In addition to her parents, she is survived by her sisters, Honor Mintz, Nataria Gill, Kalise Nicholas, Chrishawnna, Alayshia, and Samar Gill, and Kamya Byrd; grandparents, Shannon...

Randy Els

Randy Els

Jan 21, 2017

SHELBY- Barry Randall Revels, 56, went home to the arms of his savior, Sat., Jan. 21, 2017. Randy, as he was known to his friends and family, was a lover of technology, and had a generous and giving heart. PRECEDED: He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Revels. SURVIVED: He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth “Lib” Revels;...

Broadus Jackson

Broadus Jackson

Jan 16, 2017

KINGS MOUNTAIN- Broadus Lee Jackson, 85, passed away Monday January 16, 2017 at Willow Ridge Nursing Facility. A native of Cherokee County, SC he was born April 11, 1931. He was a member of Royal Praise Ministries in Kings Mountain. He was a loving husband, father, Grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather. The family would like to extend a...

Albert Mancinelli

Albert Mancinelli

Jan 15, 2017

SHELBY- Albert Mancinelli passed into glory on Sunday, January 15th at Hospice Wendover. The son of Italian immigrants John and Savina Madrisi Mancinelli who came to America in 1906, Al was born in upstate New York on March 7th 1922. He enjoyed being part of an enormous and close-knit Italian family whose influence and love carried him throughout his life....

Lori Hughes

Lori Hughes

Jan 14, 2017

KINGS MOUNTAIN- Lori Anne Hughes, 40, passed away at her home Saturday January 14, 2017. A native of Cleveland County, she was the daughter of Delores Allen Davis and the late David Preston Hughes. She was a food server at Carolina Crossing Restaurant in Grover. SURVIVED: In addition to her mother, she is survived by three sons, Harley Walker, Shane...

Carl Washburn

Carl Washburn

Jan 13, 2017

SHELBY- Carl F. Washburn, 79, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, at White Oak Manor of Shelby. A native of Cleveland Co., he was the son of the late Waylan T. and Sarah Frances Barnett Washburn. He was an Army veteran, and served a tour of duty in Korea. He was employed by Doran Textiles for 37 years, where he was...

Lucille Greene

Lucille Greene

Jan 11, 2017

SHELBY- Mildred Greene, 88, died Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at Peak Resources of Shelby. She was born in Cleveland Co. to the late Zeb and Pearl Franklin Mauney. PRECEDED: In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Everett Greene, Jr. and two children. SURVIVED: She is survived by her sons, Mark Greene and wife...

Hollis Rabb

Hollis Rabb

Jan 7, 2017

HOLLIS RABB SHELBY-Hollis Mayo Chenery Rabb, 71, died Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017, at Carolinas HealthCare System-Cleveland. A native of Richmond, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Waller Winston and Estelle Winkler Chenery. She is a graduate of Appalachian State University. She retired from Shelby Middle School after 25 years of teaching and was a member of New Bethel...

Arlin "Art" Wilson

Arlin "Art" Wilson

Jan 5, 2017

KINGS MOUNTAIN-Arlin “Art” Wilson, 77, died Thurs., Jan. 5, 2017, at Testa Family Hospice House in Kings Mountain. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Reed and Maie Edwards Wilson. He was a member of El Bethel United Methodist Church, was the owner of Wilson TV and Music for many years, served as a field...

Louise Livingston

Louise Livingston

Jan 3, 2017

SHELBY- Louise Livingston, 88, died Tuesday, January 3, 2017, at Testa Family Hospice of Kings Mountain. She was born in Hamburg, New York to the late Wilbert and Alice Wilson Blacking. PRECEDED: In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Livingston. SURVIVED: She is survived by her sons, Mark Livingston and wife Lori of...

Tilson Lavern Ramsey

Tilson Lavern Ramsey

Jan 2, 2017

SHELBY- Tilson Ramsey, 90, died January 2, 2017 at Testa Family Hospice in Kings Mountain. He was born in Cocke Co. Tn. To the late James and Elizabeth Brown Ramsey. VISITATION: One hour prior to the service at the church. MEMORIAL SERVICES: A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 2 PM at Crowders Mountain...

Juanita Rector

Juanita Rector

Jan 1, 2017

SHELBY-Juanita Howe Rector, 88, died Sun., Jan. 1, 2017, at Carolinas Healthcare System-Cleveland. A native of Gaston County, she was the daughter of the late John and Lila May Chatham Howe. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church. PRECEDED: In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Earl Rector; son, Charles...

Johnny Black

Johnny Black

Jan 1, 2017

SHELBY-Johnny Ray Black, 69, died Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, at Carolinas Continue Care in Kings Mountain. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late James and Laura Walker Black. PRECEDED: In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Matril Wilson. SURVIVED: He is survived by his sons, Johnny Black of Mooresboro,...

John Henry Williams Sr.

John Henry Williams Sr.

Dec 31, 2016

SHELBY- John Henry Williams Sr., 86, died Sat., Dec. 31, 2016, at Carolinas Healthcare System-Cleveland. A native of Union County, he was the son of the late Proney and Lola Howard Williams He was a member of Northside Baptist Church. John worked at Red Bridges BBQ, who were his second family, for 65 years. PRECEDED: In addition to his parents,...

Alda Anthony

Alda Anthony

Dec 31, 2016

SHELBY- Alda Neal Stroup Anthony, 97, died Sat., Dec. 31, 2016, at White Oak Manor of Kings Mountain. A native of Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late Jesse James and Annie Kendrick Neal. She was a lifetime member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. PRECEDED: In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first...

Mozelle Mcswain

Mozelle Mcswain

Dec 30, 2016

LAWNDALE- Mozelle McSwain, 91, died Friday December 30, 2016 at Rutherford Hospice House. A native of Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late John and Vangie Welmon Sparks. She was a member of Zion Baptist Church and used to be active in many different capacities within the church. PRECEDED: In addition to her parents, she is preceded in...

Darlene Kay Perry

Darlene Kay Perry

Dec 28, 2016

Darlene Perry KINGS MOUNTAIN - Darlene Kay Perry, 65, died Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House. She was born in Coudersport, Pennsylvania, to the late Eugene Earle and Anita Williams. Darlene was a kind, caring and compassionate woman who had a passion for children, teaching and cooking. She loved providing for those less fortunate. Darlene retired...

Stephen Weldon Mcknight

Stephen Weldon Mcknight

Dec 26, 2016

SHELBY-Stephen Weldon McKnight, 66, went home to be with his Lord, Mon., Dec. 26, 2016, at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late William and Gladys Carter McKnight. He served in the Marines during Vietnam, was a faithful member of Blessed Way Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday school for...

Joseph Keener

Joseph Keener

Dec 23, 2016

SHELBY- Joseph Everett Keener, 80, passed way Friday December 23, 2016 at his residence. A native of Wayne County, Iowa, he was the son of the late David C. and Lena Speer Keener. He was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church where served as a deacon. PRECEDED: Three brothers and three sisters SURVIVED: He is survived by his wife of...