OBITUARIES
Jimmy Dean Camp
Apr 18, 2025
SHELBY: Jimmy Dean Camp, was born on July 7, 1957, in Cleveland County. He departed this life on April 18, 2025, in the same beloved county of his birth, having lived 67 years.
Raised within the close-knit community of Cleveland County, Jimmy was a devoted member and Deacon at New Camp Creek Baptist Church. His faith and service were cornerstones of his...
Brenda McSwain Haynes
Apr 18, 2025
SHELBY- Brenda Ann McSwain Haynes, passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2025, at the age of 80. She was born in Cleveland County, North Carolina on July 25, 1944. She was the beloved daughter of the late Roy Flay McSwain and Beatrice Lowery McSwain.
Brenda graduated from Number Three High School and then attended Shelby Business College to obtain...
David Wayne Carrigan
Apr 17, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Wayne Carrigan, affectionately known as David, who left this world on April 17, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on September 1, 1959, in Cleveland County, David was a lifelong resident who cherished his community and the simple joys of life.
David dedicated 25 years of...
David Forrest Greene
Apr 16, 2025
WILMINGTON- David Forrest Greene, affectionately known as David, graced this Earth for 47 vibrant years, David proved that life isn’t just to be lived but savored with every possible spice. He was born in Conway, SC on March 7, 1978 and entered into eternal rest in Wilmington, NC on April 16, 2025.
As the Head Chef at NOMA Restaurant in Wilmington,...
Brandi Marie Mullen
Apr 14, 2025
SHELBY: Brandi Marie Mullen, born on April 8, 1990, in Wilkes County, passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 35 in Cleveland County. Her life, though brief, was filled with the joy of motherhood, the beauty of nature, and the warmth of love shared with family and friends.
Brandi was a devoted mother whose greatest pride and joy...
Cornelia Sweezy
Apr 10, 2025
SHELBY- Cornelia Jenkins Sweezy, 81, gracefully departed this world on April 10, 2025, following injuries sustained in an automobile accident while en route to brighten a friend’s day.
Born in Shelby, NC on August 25, 1943, to Samuel Alexander Jenkins, Sr. and Mary Louise Bridges Jenkins, Cornelia grew up in the Mooresboro/Boiling Springs community with the Trinity Baptist Church hymnal as...
Michael Joe Pearson
Apr 9, 2025
MOORESBORO- At the ripe young age of 61, Mike Pearson decided to embark on the ultimate fishing trip in the sky. Born in Oconee County, SC, and signing off from Cleveland County, NC, Mike lived a life filled with laughter, love, and a little bit of fudge.
While he might not have been famous for any grand achievements, Mike was a...
Mary Rachel Jolley
Apr 7, 2025
SHELBY- Mary Rachel Jolley, lovingly known as Rachel, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, at the age of 80 in her birthplace of Cleveland County, North Carolina. Born on March 24, 1945, Rachel graced this world with her warmth and kindness, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Rachel was a lifelong resident of Cleveland County and a...
Linda Williams Worthey
Apr 6, 2025
SHELBY- Linda Williams Worthey Navey Worthey, affectionately known as Linda, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on April 6, 2025, in Cleveland County, North Carolina. Born on March 18, 1943, in Hall County, Georgia, Linda lived a full and vibrant life of 82 years.
Linda was preceded in death by her father, Dock Williams; mother, Mary Lou...
William Mason Clinton
Apr 6, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN: William Mason Clinton, born on April 28, 1973, in Gaston County, passed away on April 6, 2025, in Cleveland County, at the age of 51. Remembered fondly as a dependable friend and loving son, William was known for his generous spirit, always willing to help others in need. His compassion and warmth touched the lives of many, and...
Robert Anthony Martin Sr.
Apr 4, 2025
SHELBY- Robert Anthony Martin Sr., or as his CB radio comrades knew him, "Firestick," went on his final ride down the heavenly highway on April 4, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on October 24, 1959, in Montgomery Co., Alabama, Tony made his mark in Cleveland Co., North Carolina, where he captured hearts and occasionally the odd deer. After...
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....
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