Goldie Elizabeth Goulds
Sep 16, 2025
On Tuesday the sixteenth of September in the year of our Lord 2025 Goldie Elizabeth Goulds, 94, died peacefully at Amorem Hospice of Valdese. Born August 27, 1931, Goldie was one of seven siblings. Later, she became a seamstress, devoted wife, and mother. She loved her family dearly.
A member of West Lenoir Baptist is where she made friendships that have...
James "Jimbo" Edward Varner
Sep 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James “Jimbo” Edward Varner Jr., age 53, who left us on Sunday, September 14, 2025. James passed away at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in North Carolina, just days before his 54th birthday. Born in Davidson County, NC, on September 17, 1971, James was the cherished son of...
Sarah Jean Hollars
Sep 13, 2025
Sarah Jean Hollars, age 84, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at her residence. She was born in Burke County on September 11, 1941 to the late Grover Cleveland Sumpter and Lula Jane Griffin Sumpter.
She will remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed books, sewing and quilting.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...
Catherine Paulette Franklin
Sep 13, 2025
Catherine Paulette Franklin, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at the age of 74 on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Trinity Village in Hickory, North Carolina. Born in Catawba County on August 9, 1951, to the late Claude Barger and Lucille Bowman Barger, Paulette lived a life dedicated to caring for others, both professionally and personally. She was...
William "Buck" Marcus Deal, Sr.
Sep 12, 2025
William M. “Buck” Deal, age 84, passed away at his home in Lenoir, NC, surrounded by his family on Friday, September 12, 2025.
He leaves behind a legacy of devotion to his church and community, along with a deep love for his family and country. Buck was born in Caldwell County on October 14, 1940, to Marcus Deal and Lillie Mae...
Dale Lee Reece
Sep 8, 2025
Dale Lee Reece, age 62, of Pleasant Hill Road, Lenoir, passed away Monday, September 8, 2025. He was born August 2, 1963 in Caldwell County to Marlene Butler and Roger Reece.
Mr. Reece was married to his wife Stacy Reece for twenty-four years before her passing in April 2020. Mr. Reece loved cars and spending time at the family’s cabin in...
Pauline Ward
Aug 31, 2025
Pauline Ward born, Feb 14th, 1955, in Unicoi, Tennessee to Silas and Shirley MCcurry, passed away suddenly at home in Nc with her husband and kids by her side. Pauline was loved by many family and friends. Pauline was Married for 47 years to Ricky C Ward. She left behind her husband and five kids. Merilena Miller and life partner...
Robert Edward Ballard, Jr.
Aug 31, 2025
Robert Edward Ballard, Jr. 89, of Granite Falls, NC passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Brockford Inn Assisted Living, Granite Falls.
Born August 28, 1936, in Syracuse, NY to the late Robert Edward Ballard, Sr. and Clara Beatrice Ray.
He was a graduate of Onondaga Valley Academy then Wanakena Forest Ranger School. He proudly served his country in the United States...
Anne Katherine Seitz
Aug 30, 2025
Anne C. Seitz, 77, of Granite Falls, passed away on August 30, 2025, at her home. She was born May 21, 1948, in Long Island, New York.
Anne was an alumna of the University of Boulder and lived in Colorado for thirteen years. She worked as a teacher and at B.S.C.S., helping develop educational programs for children. Anne moved to Jupiter,...
Evelyn Leona Smith
Aug 26, 2025
Evelyn Leona Smith, age 91, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at her residence. She was born in Avery County on October 1, 1933 to the late Willie Stout and Meade Bentley Stout.
Leona enjoyed her many hobbies - cooking, gardening, canning and sewing. She also enjoyed fishing, even though Hermon was known to give her dull hooks and bad...
Luis Alberto Rodriguez
Aug 25, 2025
Luis Alberto Rodriguez, age 40, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025. He was born in California on January 17, 1985, to Bessy Rodriguez and the late Juan Rodriguez.
Luis loved history, singing and enjoyed making people laugh and meeting new friends. He was very artistic and smart. Luis was a caring person, open-hearted and was always willing to help others....
Grace Young Caudle
Aug 25, 2025
Grace Young Caudle, age 94, a longtime resident of Lenoir, NC, died peacefully on August 25, 2025, in King, NC, at the home of her daughter Carol. Born on May 3, 1931, in Burnsville, NC, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Lula Simmons Young. Grace grew up in Yancey County on a farm on the banks of...
Dot Ann Mayo
Aug 23, 2025
Dot Ann Mayo, 85, peacefully passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025.
Born on December 22, 1939, to the late Lyle G. and Fay E. Mays, Dot dedicated her life to faith, family and service. She was the devoted wife of John W. Mayo, a minister of the church of Christ, and together they shared a marriage of 68 years rooted...
Helen Jean Bowlin
Aug 21, 2025
Helen Jean Bowlin, a cherished resident of Black Mountain, North Carolina, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the age of 75.
Born in Virginia on February 28, 1950, Helen was the beloved daughter of the late Torrence and Hazel Taylor. She is preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn Welch, and her brother,...
William Clyde Weaver
Aug 21, 2025
William “Bill” Clyde Weaver, 78, of Hudson, NC, peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Born on April 14, 1947, in North Carolina, Bill’s life was a testament to love, service, and devotion.
Bill was the beloved son of the late Clyde and Bertie Mae Weaver. He is now reunited in peace not only with his parents but also his...
Barbara Jean Perry
Aug 21, 2025
Barbara Jean Perry, age 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 7, 1947, in North Carolina, Barbara was the beloved daughter of the late Bill and Louise Hagaman of Happy Valley and Setzers Creek.
Barbara dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where her...
Michael Richard Warren
Aug 19, 2025
Michael Richard Warren, age 66, of Lenoir, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Born on September 21, 1958, in North Carolina, Michael was a beloved son of Mrs. Doris Warren and the late Douglas Richard Warren.
In addition to his father, Michael is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Banner and Ruth Sanders,...
Johnny Edward Spencer
Aug 19, 2025
Johnny Edward Spencer, 77, of Hudson, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on August 19, 2025, after a battle with cancer.
Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Aretta Spencer, as well as, his brothers Kenneth, Richard, David, and Willard.
Johnny was a strong, hardworking man that protected those he loved. He was big on his...
Lenoir Elizabeth Graham
Aug 18, 2025
Lenoir Graham, 78, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025.
Lenoir was born on July 22, 1947, to the late Dana and Belva Graham.
Lenoir Graham was a valued member of the Grandview Villa Community, where they cared for her with compassion and kindness. Lenoir will be remembered by the staff of Grandview Villa who came to know her as part of...
Mary Elizabeth Crews
Aug 18, 2025
Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Crews passed away peacefully in Salisbury, North Carolina on August 18, 2025. Mary Lib as she was known for most of her life was born in Lenoir, North Carolina on September 9, 1923, the daughter of Judge Alfred Reese Crisp and Bertha Moye Crisp.
She graduated from Lenoir High School where she was a member of the girls’...
