Thomas Larry Woodie
Jul 2, 2025
Larry Woodie, age 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Hickory Falls Health and Rehab surrounded by his family. He was born in Caldwell County on February 6, 1943, to the late Kermit and Dare Woodie. He was married to Carolyn Greene Woodie, of the home, for 57 years.
Larry was a veteran of the United States Army,...
Edwina "Eddie" Byerly Greene
Jun 30, 2025
Edwina Byerly Greene, age 83, of Lenoir, NC, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 30, 2025.
Born on May 29, 1942, in Lenoir, Edwina—affectionately known as “Eddie”—was the eldest of seven children born to Robert Edmond Byerly and Margaret Elizabeth Benfield Byerly. Eddie grew up in Lenoir and graduated from Gamewell High School with the Class of 1960.
A devoted...
Caroline Harmon Stelljes
Jun 29, 2025
Caroline Harmon (Stelljes), 83, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, June 29th.
Born May 23rd, 1942, in Savannah, Georgia, to parents Wilford Allen Harmon and Grace Marie Thomas. After a few years in Alabama, Caroline moved with her family to Jacksonville, Florida. She graduated from DuPont High School in 1960 and went on to graduate from Jacksonville...
Michael Landon Coffey
Jun 27, 2025
Michael Landon Coffey, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on June 27, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of deep love, quiet strength, and unwavering loyalty. Born on September 14, 1985, in Caldwell County, North Carolina, to Deanna Melton and Jerry Coffey, Michael entered the world with a gentle heart and a fierce determination to protect and care...
Gary Hamby
Jun 25, 2025
Gary Eugene Hamby, 72, of 109 Cliffwood Drive Hudson went to meet his Lord and Savior on Wednesday June 25, 2025. Mr Hamby was born December 1, 1952 to Clyde and Ruby Hamby. He was proceeded in death by his parents, brother Dennis, sister Genene and two sons Michael and Stephen. He is survived by his loving wife of 32...
Paul Roger Coffey
Jun 25, 2025
Paul Roger Coffey, 76, of Glass Road Lenoir, died at his home on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Mr Coffey was born on May 26, 1949 to Jay and Nancy Coffey. He is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Coffey, daughter, Paula Jean Coffey, and grandson Jerry Christopher Beaver. He is also survived by his sister Diane Coffey, of Gamewell. Mr...
Shawn Adam Clay
Jun 25, 2025
Shawn Adam Clay, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Trumble, OH on June 20, 1965 to the late James and Dorinda Clay. He was married to Cindy Clay of the home.
Shawn will be remembered as a sweet, kind-hearted man. He was a loving husband and father who enjoyed spending time...
Daniel Icard
Jun 23, 2025
Daniel "Dan" Icard, born on September 23, 1949, went to be with the Lord on June 23, 2025. It has been said “all people die, but you know not all people live.” Dan lived every day to his fullest potential. Whether he was scuba diving or just sitting on his porch and talking to others. It was a full day...
Marlene Hines Alexander
Jun 22, 2025
Marlene Hines Alexander of Lenoir, NC, passed away on the morning of Sunday, June 22, 2025, in her home. Born to Nancy (Putnam) and Melvin Hines, Ms. Alexander is preceded in death by both of her parents, her brother Johnny Hines, as well as her husband, Robert J. Alexander.
In life, Marlene was an active member of Central Baptist Church and...
Ryan Dean Walsh
Jun 20, 2025
Ryan Dean Walsh, The Gentle Giant, was born March 16, 1976. After years of battling congestive heart failure has passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ June 20th, 2025.
He is survived by his loving family, including his daughters Rebecca and Deanna; granddaughters, Zoey, Serenity, Rosary, and Kallie; his father Daryl; his uncle, Terry, as well...
Ray Main
Jun 20, 2025
Ray Main, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 20, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. He was born in Watauga County on April 23, 1948 to the late Hurley and Mary Main.
Ray was an active member of Walking By Faith Baptist Church until he became ill and was unable to attend. He was proud...
Sally Darlene Sharpe
Jun 18, 2025
Sally “Darlene” Sharpe, age 72, of Lenoir, entered into rest on June 18, 2025 surrounded by her family. Born on November 12, 1952 to late Howard and Edith Sharpe. Darlene praised the Lord and loved her family.
A member of Harris Chapel for over 20 years, Darlene enjoyed singing the gospel and telling people about Jesus. She dedicated her time to...
Alma Kincaid
Jun 17, 2025
Alma Kincaid, 89, went home to be with her Heavenly Father, on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Alma was born on February 10, 1936, to the late Hardy and Gertrude Coffey.
In addition to her parents, Alma is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Kincaid; sister, Marie Absher and brother, Roy Coffey.
Those left to cherish Alma’s memory are her children, Greg Kincaid...
Penny Davis Moore
Jun 16, 2025
Penny Davis Moore, age 64, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 16, 2025 at her residence. She was born in Caldwell County on December 8, 1960 to the late Henry and Hassie Davis. She was a terrific wife to Dale Moore of the home for 46 years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...
Pete Eavenson
Jun 16, 2025
Harold Richard “Pete” Eavenson, age 83, went home to be with his heavenly Father, where he will no longer be in pain, on Monday, June 16, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Harrison County, WV on June 15, 1942 to the late Harold Eavenson and Ruth Gowers Eavenson. He was married to Janice Eavenson of the residence for...
James Walter Pearson
Jun 16, 2025
James Walter Pearson, 76, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025.
James was born on November 2, 1948, to the late Herman and Nancy Pearson.
In addition to his parents, James “Punch” is preceded in death by his sisters, Bertha Coffey, Helen Coffey, Doris Pearson, Shirley Ann Pearson and brother, Bill Pearson.
Those left to cherish James’s memory are his wife of 35...
Andy Day
Jun 14, 2025
Anthony (Andy) Eric Day, 56, of Caldwell County, North Carolina, went to his heavenly home on June 14, 2025, surrounded by his family who loved him the most.
Born September 11, 1968, Andy lived a life rooted in love--love for his family, his faith and his community. With honor and humility, he served the Hudson Police Department 30 years, 7 years...
Lucille Sherrill
Jun 13, 2025
Sally “Lucille” Turnmire Sherrill 85, of Lenoir passed away at Amorem on Friday, June 13, 2025 with her family by her side, after a long decline of health. She was born on January 22, 1940 in Watauga County to the late William “Lee” Turnmire and Mamie Belle Coffey Turnmire. She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings Grady...
Emma Murphy
Jun 13, 2025
Emma Hughes Murphy, 89, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025 at Willow Ridge Rehabilitation and Living Center in Rutherfordton. She was born in Mithcell County on August 11, 1935 to the late Dewey Hughes and Mae Barnett Hughes.
Emma was a dedicated homemaker and loved caring for her family, especially the children. She enjoyed taking care of her flowers and...
Monique Suzanne Nelson
Jun 11, 2025
Monique "Nana" Nelson, lovingly known to many as Niki, passed away on June 11, 2025, in Granite Falls, North Carolina, at the age of 50. Born Monique LeFever on August 5, 1974, in Lenoir, North Carolina
Monique was a beacon of love and acceptance whose greatest joy came from caring for others. Her life's passion was being a caretaker—not just in...
