Joseph C. Hood
Nov 3, 2025
Joseph C. Hood, 81, peacefully passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025 at his residence.
Joseph was born May 11, 1944 to the late Leonard and Bernice Hood.
In addition to his parents, Joseph is preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn Greene Hood, daughter, Rebecca Winters, brothers, Alfred Hood, Daniel Hood, James Hood, Bobby Hood; and sister, Violet Harmon.
Those left to...
Danny Hendrix
Nov 1, 2025
Danny Glenn Hendrix, age 68, of Lenoir, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at his home. He was born on November 6, 1956, in Caldwell County to the late Glenn Hendrix and Dorothy Dillard Hendrix of Lenoir.
Danny lived a simple life. He previously worked at Sealed Air and later at AVI. He loved to fish and was a devoted...
Melissa Absher
Oct 30, 2025
Melissa “Lisa” Barnes Absher
November 16, 1956 – October 30, 2025
Melissa Barnes Absher, lovingly known as Lisa, of Lenoir, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on October 30, 2025, at the age of 68.
Lisa was born on November 16, 1956, to the late Evelyn Barnes and Darius Vernon Barnes. She was preceded in death by her parents, whom she cherished...
Phillip Jones
Oct 28, 2025
Mr. Phillip Jones, 68, of Lenoir, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, October 28th, 2025, at his residence. He was born March 30th, 1957, Orangeburg county SC to the late Gordon “chick chick” & John Jones Jr. Phil worked the last 27 years at Walmart in Granite Falls, recently retiring in the past year.
He is proceded in...
James Keith Clark
Oct 27, 2025
Keith Clark, a kind and curious soul with a deep love for the natural world, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025, his birthday, surrounded by care at the hospital. Though his later years were marked by physical challenges, Keith's sweet spirit and wonder for life's beauty never dimmed.
In his younger years, Keith was most at home in the forests...
Keeli Townsend
Oct 27, 2025
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our most precious, Keeli Townsend. She went ahead of us to save a seat with our Heavenly Father, October 27, 2025.
Keeli was born in Caldwell County on October 4, 2005, to her mother and best friend, April Townsend Grant. They were inseparable, sharing a bond that surpasses...
Richard Walker
Oct 25, 2025
Richard Todd Walker, age 60, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Caldwell County on May 9, 1965 to Mary Nichols Seagle and the late Wendell Wesley Walker.Richard was a wonderful and dedicated caregiver to grandparents, Lenny Edward Nichols and Mary Coffey Nichols and his great uncle, Bob Coffey. He missed his calling...
Jerry Lynn Younce
Oct 22, 2025
Jerry Lynn Younce, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 with his loving family by his side. Born on March 21, 1945, to Burette Edward Younce and Francis Younce, who preceded him in death. His love for the outdoors and "running the roads," invariably in his trademark white Toyota, always a sight to behold on the streets of Hudson.
He...
Christopher Nathaniel Ace Xavier Hood
Oct 19, 2025
Our angel, Christopher Nathanial Ace Xavier Hood, went to Heaven to be with Jesus. He is now with his Grandparents, Gail Smithey and Wayne Coffey, Frankie Calloway and his bonus uncle Christopher Goans.
Ace was born on August 12, 2025, to his loving Mommy Ohana Calloway and his big sister Trinity Hood.
He is also survived by his Father Blaze Strickler and...
Lorraine Hooper
Oct 18, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lorraine Hooper, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this life on October 18, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on January 20, 1946, in Glasgow, Scotland, Lorraine was the treasured daughter of the late Margaret and Alec Muir.
Lorraine’s journey through life was enriched by her...
Dot Greene
Oct 18, 2025
Dorothy Minton Greene of Hudson went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 96.
Preceding her in death was her husband of 54 years, Doyle Edward Greene who passed in 2004; mother, Viola S. Triplett and sister, Jean Yates.
She leaves behind a legacy of love with her children, Dale E. Greene...
Jerry Wilson Walsh
Oct 18, 2025
Jerry Wilson Walsh, 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Born on March 10, 1941, in Wilkes County, Jerry was the beloved son of the late Odell and Ella Mae Walsh. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, remembered for his deep love for the Lord and everyone he met.
Jerry was a dedicated supervisor in the...
Annette Beane
Oct 17, 2025
Annette Beane, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and revered member of the community, peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the age of 89. Born in North Carolina on January 19, 1936, Annette was the cherished daughter of the late Lee and Jenny Robertson.
Annette lived a full and blessed life, dedicating...
David Icard
Oct 16, 2025
David Eugene Icard, 75, of Lenoir, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with dementia.
David was a beloved member of the Lenoir community, known for his generosity, compassion, and lifelong dedication to helping others. He was the co-owner of The Bold and Beautiful of Lenoir, a beauty salon he proudly operated for 25 years...
Jane Phillips
Oct 13, 2025
On Monday October 13, 2025, Jane Phillips went to her heavenly home. Jane was born May 6, 1948, to the late Hallie Harris Childress and M.B Childress. In addition to her parents, Jane is preceded in death by her son Gary Dale Phillips , brothers Roger Dale, Donnie and Scottie Childress, and sisters Brenda and Gay Childress. Jane is survived...
Lula Bell McGee
Oct 12, 2025
Lula Bell McGee, 85, a beloved mother, mawmaw, nana and sister, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Born on February 13, 1940, in West Virginia, Lula was the cherished daughter of the late Jay and Edna Bean.
Lula dedicated her life to creating a warm and loving home. She was a devoted homemaker who...
Constance Helen Russell
Oct 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Constance Helen (Verzaro) Russell (Connie), 86. She entered the presence of Jesus on October 7th, 2025.
Connie was born to Anthony and Helen (Kostan) Verzaro on August 17th, 1939, in Fairfield, Connecticut. She was preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Anthony, her brothers, Anthony Jr....
DeEtte Ledford
Oct 6, 2025
DeEtte Triplett Ledford, age 94, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 6, 2025 at The Foley Center at Chestnut Ridge. She was born on January 22, 1931 in Wilkes County to the late Dan and Mamie Woods Triplett.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh Ledford and daughters, Carole Elaine Ledford and Anita...
Nicolasa Maldonado Velasquez
Oct 6, 2025
Obituary of Nicolasa Maldonado Velásquez
With deep sorrow, the Maldonado Velásquez family announces the passing of Nicolasa Maldonado Velásquez, who went to be with our Lord on October 6, 2025, at the age of 80.
Nicolasa was born on September 10, 1945. Throughout her life, she was a beacon of love and faith for all who had the privilege of knowing her....
Sarah Ellen Sponenberg
Oct 5, 2025
Sarah Avent Sponenberg passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, October 5,2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 9, 1948 to Benjamin R Avent, Jr and Ellen B Avent in Sanford, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Benjamin R Avent, III. Sarah is survived by her husband of 55...
