Kenneth "Ken" Lee Bumgarner
Aug 11, 2025
Kenneth "Ken" Lee Bumgarner, age 87, of Lenoir, NC, peacefully passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. Born on February 21, 1938, in North Carolina, Ken was the beloved son of the late Archie and Margaret Gaines.
In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his dear wife, Sheila Laws Bumgarner, and his faithful companion, Stumpy. He leaves...
Ruby Jewel Dula
Aug 10, 2025
Ruby Jewel Branch Dula, of Lenoir NC, peacefully passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025.
Ruby was born on October 11, 1948, to the late Charles and Fannie Navy Branch.
In addition to her parents, Ruby is preceded in death by the love of her life, Larry Wayne Dula and 11 siblings.
Ruby is survived by her children, Lisa McDonald (Kim) of the...
Wilma Woodall
Aug 6, 2025
Wilma Woodall, 73, went to Heaven on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
Wilma was born on December 10, 1951, to the late Lonnie and Viola Hall.
In addition to her parents, Wilma is preceded in death by her husband, Jeff Woodall and sister, Joyce Hall Davis.
Those left to cherish Wilma’s memory are her daughter, Alexandra Woodall; sister, Elva Hall Tallent; and brother, Donald...
Carolyn Diane Young
Aug 6, 2025
Carolyn Diane Young, 72, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
Carolyn was born on May 21, 1953, to the late Harland and Lena Coffey.
Those left to cherish Carolyn are her husband, Randy Young, sons; Paul Griffin (Lisa), Mark Griffin (Pam), and Robbie Griffin (Leanne); 7 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sisters, Cathy, Susan, Lorraine; brother, Pete, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A...
Vickie Lynn Church
Aug 3, 2025
Vickie Lynn Church, 71, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Vickie was born on December 12, 1953, to the late Ronald and Janette Holman.
In addition to her parents, Vickie is preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie Church; sisters, Shirley Long and Clara Jean Handy.
Those left to cherish Vickie’s memory are her sister, Linda H....
Jacqueline "Jacquie" Deane Carlisle
Aug 2, 2025
Jacqueline Carlisle, 64, passed away after a brief illness.
Jacquie was born on May 20, 1961, to the late Basil and Deane Kirby.
Those left to cherish Jacquie’s memory are her son, John Christopher Carlisle (Amber), twin brother, Basil Kirby, Jr. (Marlin); sister, Tammy Johnson (Junior); niece, Amanda Scoggin (Travis); great niece, Sarah; friend, Mike Boone; and numerous other family and friends.
Jacquie...
Barbara Dishman Lefevers
Jul 31, 2025
Barbara Dishman Lefevers 70 of Hudson, passed away on Thursday July 31 at Amorem-Robbin’s in Hudson Barbara was born July 24, 1955, in Ashe County to the late Frankie Oliver Dishman and Arvil Severt. She is survived by her husband, of 49 years, Clyde Delon Lefevers. Sons, Clyde Allen Lefever of Elizabethton,Tennessee and William (Ken ) Lefever of Hudson and...
Patricia Snow
Jul 29, 2025
Patricia Louise Snow – passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025 at the age of 88. Born on January 26, 1937 in Pennsylvania. She was a devoted wife to Ronald Snow and a loving mother to Linda Wharton (Tom), Laurie Bartkowski and Donna Gordon (Jim). Patricia is also survived by grandchildren Patty Stott, Tommy Wharton, Melissa Mahlenbrock, Angela Bartkowski, Samantha...
Janet Hall Price
Jul 28, 2025
Janet Price, 71, went to be with her Creator.
Janet was born on November 1, 1953, to the late Roby Hall and Annette Whisenant.
In addition to her parents, Janet is preceded in death by her son, Jason Hall.
Those left to cherish Janet’s memory are her sons, Nathan DeBeve (April), Jody Price (Crystal); granddaughters, Anna, Chasity, Jacey; and close family, Dale Price.
Janet...
Annetha Gail Harris
Jul 26, 2025
Annetha Gail Harris, 79, peacefully passed away on her 62nd wedding anniversary, July 26, 2025.
Annetha was born February 7, 1946, to the late Fred and Carrie Hartley.
In addition to her parents, Annetha is preceded in death by her brother, Granville Hartley.
Those left to cherish Annetha’s memory are her husband of 62 years, Roy William Harris; sons, Ronnie Harris, Wesley Harris...
Sandra Jean Norwood
Jul 25, 2025
Sandra Jean Arnett Norwood, 78, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025.
Sandra was born on March 29, 1947, in Avery County, to late Margaret and James Townsend.
In addition to her parents, Sandra is preceded in death by her brothers, Clayton Arnett and Jack Arnett; and baby sister, Karen Townsend.
Those left to cherish Sandra’s memory are her sons, Tommy Norwood, Jeff...
Patty Sue Watson
Jul 25, 2025
Patty Sue Watson, 78, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, July 25, 2025.
Patty was born March 6, 1947, to the late James and Dorothy Walsh.
In addition to her parents, Patty is preceded in death by her husband, Harley Wayne Watson; sisters, Martha and Frances; and brother, James Walsh.
Those left to cherish Patty’s memory are her children, James “Peanut”...
Keith Adrian Williams
Jul 22, 2025
Keith Adrian Williams, age 83 of Lenoir, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Amorem Hospice in Hudson. He was born in Caldwell County on November 15, 1941, to the late Milton Franklin Williams and Mantha Irene Mask Williams. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pat Williams, brothers Alfred, Jimmy and Jeff...
Fred Keith Edmisten
Jul 21, 2025
Fred Keith Edmisten of Lenoir, passed away at home. He was the son of Fred Morris Edmisten and Betty Sue Braswell Edmisten.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister Freida Edmisten Jones.
Keith is survived by his son, Joshua Osborne and wife, Taylor; grandchildren, Hailey, Peyton, Aubree, Jaxson, Lillie; sister, Paula Edmisten McLeod; and brother, Glenn Edmisten.
He is...
Shirley Faye Woods
Jul 21, 2025
Shirley Faye Woods, 87, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Faye was born on May 5, 1938, to the late Mansfield and Hattie Shew.
In addition to her parents, Faye is preceded in death by her husband, L. Colon Woods, and several brothers and sisters.
Those left to cherish Faye’s memory are her sons, grandchildren, step grandchildren, and...
Faye Virginia Harrison
Jul 20, 2025
Faye Virginia Barnes Harrison, age 82, passed away in her home on Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was born in Caldwell County on March 2, 1943 to the late Henry and Addie Barnes. She was the loving wife of the late Danny Jo Harrison for 57 years before his passing. Faye was a member of the North Catawba Baptist Church,...
Dwayne Stephens
Jul 18, 2025
Benjamin Dwayne Stephens finished his battle with ALS on July 18, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Depree Stephens and Hazel Imogene Stephens.
Dwayne was an avid sports fan, especially for his Tarheels and Carolina Panthers. Also, he really enjoyed golfing, cooking and creating new recipes.
He is survived by his son, Evan Depree Stephens, who was his...
Mary Lou Gragg Poore
Jul 17, 2025
MaryLou Gragg Poore, age 90, of Caldwell County, passed away on July 17, 2025, at Lenoir Healthcare in Lenoir, NC. She was born on April 19, 1935, to the late Sanford and Edna Gragg.
A Life of Craft and Love
MaryLou was a lifelong seamstress who found joy and purpose in her craft. She dedicated much of her life to creating beautiful...
Betty Sue Watson
Jul 16, 2025
Betty Greene Watson, age 94, passed away peacefully at Hickory Falls Rehab on July 16th, 2025.
Betty is preceded in death by her parents, the late Wiley Monroe Greene and Sue Austin Greene; as well her husband, Harvey Stanford Watson; son, Rudy Stanford Watson; daughter-in-law Frances Setzer Watson; grand daughter-in-law Kimberly Watson; five sisters and three brothers.
Betty is survived by her...
Betty McRary McRee
Jul 15, 2025
Betty McRary McRee, “Betsy”
Betsy McRary McRee, a longtime resident of Lenoir, North Carolina, passed away on July 15, 2025, at the age of 91.
Betsy will be remembered by many for her numerous contributions in the community which included her role as manager of the Employment Security Commission in Lenoir, her role as elder at United Presbyterian (currently known as Greenway...
