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Recent Obituaries in Lenoir, NC

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Lenoir, NC area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Vernon Robinson

Vernon Robinson

Dec 14, 2018

Friendswood, TX -Vernon Robinson, age 72, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2018 at his home in Friendswood, TX. He was born in Pikeville, KY on December 9, 1946 to the late Clarence and Charlsie Robinson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ouida Robinson and his nephew, Mitchell Price. Vernon is survived by...

Margarert Bryant

Margarert Bryant

Dec 12, 2018

Lenoir- Mrs. Margaret Brown Bryant, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at Blue Ridge Healthcare-Valdese. She was born in Caldwell County on January 13, 1943 to the late Firch and Maggie Brown. She was a loving mother and grandmother that cared deeply for her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Rachel Coffey Philyaw

Rachel Coffey Philyaw

Dec 12, 2018

Hickory- Mrs. Rachel Coffey Philyaw, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at Brian Center Viewmont. She was born in Caldwell County on November 25, 1938 to the late Lester and Alice Coffey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Philyaw; son, Randy Philyaw; and two sisters. Mrs. Philyaw is survived...

Barbara Earp

Barbara Earp

Dec 11, 2018

Hudson – Mrs. Barbara Main Earp, age 76, passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation. She was born in Caldwell County on April 24, 1942 to the late Hurley Main and Mary Ward Main. She was married to Benny Earp of the residence for 56 years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother...

Mitchell Hall

Mitchell Hall

Dec 8, 2018

Havelock- Mitchell Edward Hall, age 54, passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Caldwell County on September 6, 1964 to the late Buford Hall and Ruth Adams Cooke. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Lynn Hall. He is survived by his wife, Pam Frazier Hall of...

Edward Davenport

Edward Davenport

Dec 8, 2018

Lenoir, NC- Mr. Edward “Bob” Davenport, age 82, of Lenoir passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at his residence. Services for Mr. Davenport will be private. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.evansfuneralservice.com. Evans Funeral Service and Crematory of Lenoir is serving the Davenport family.

Beverly Sue Smith

Beverly Sue Smith

Dec 7, 2018

Beverly Sue Melton Smith, age 73, of Connelly Springs, NC, passed away December 7, 2018 at her residence.No services are planned at this time. Online condolences may be sent to www.evansfuneralservice.com Evans Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

Melvin Thomas Tilger

Melvin Thomas Tilger

Dec 6, 2018

***Update on Services for Melvin Tilger**** The Memorial Service has been moved to the Chapel of Evans Funeral Service at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 12, 2018. Mr. Melvin Thomas Tilger, age 80, of Lenoir passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at Caldwell UNC Healthcare. A memorial service will be Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at 1:00 PM in the...

Gary Ashley

Gary Ashley

Dec 6, 2018

Mr. Gary Greene Ashley, age 67, of Lenoir passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at his home. Born October 31, 1951 in Watauga County, Gary was a son of the late Greene and Faye Hollars Ashley.Gary was an upholster and had spent over 40 years working in the furniture industry.He loved spending time with his family.He enjoyed cooking for...

Sherry Renee Scott

Sherry Renee Scott

Dec 3, 2018

Sherry Renee Scott, age 54, of Lenoir, passed away Monday, December 3, 2018 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.No services are planned at this time. Online condolences may be sent to www.evansfuneralservice.com Evans Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

Michael Terrance Kobulinsky

Michael Terrance Kobulinsky

Dec 2, 2018

Michael Terrance Kobulinsky II, age 43, of Lenoir, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2018.Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to www.evansfuneralservice.com Evans Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

Richard Whisnant

Richard Whisnant

Dec 1, 2018

Granite Falls – Richard Whisnant, Jr. age 63, passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Caldwell County on November 16, 1955 to Delphia Dellinger Whisnant and the late Richard Dick Whisnant. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Patty Jean Whisnant and son, Mike Joseph Whisnant. Richard...

Linda Hood

Linda Hood

Nov 30, 2018

Granite Falls – Mrs. Linda McDade Hood, age 73, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 30, 2018 at Caldwell Hospice. Linda passed away surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Burke County on May 13, 1945 to the late James McDade and Mary Whisnant McDade. She was married...

Tom Parsons

Tom Parsons

Nov 30, 2018

Thomas Roby Parsons, 90, of Lenoir, NC went home to be with The Lord Friday November 30th, 2018 after a short stay at Caldwell Hospice & Palliative Care. Tom was a loving father and husband who loved golfing and spending time with his family. He was a member of College Avenue Baptist Church. Born May 14, 1928 to parents Mary...

Butch Tja-A-Lien

Butch Tja-A-Lien

Nov 29, 2018

Derick L. “Butch” Tja-a-lien, age 62, passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at Caldwell UNC Healthcare. He was born in Caldwell County on January 12, 1956 to the late Barbara Michaux and Charlie Suddreth. Butch was well known in his neighborhood for willing to help other people with his handyman skills. He was loved by everyone and will be...

Jerold Roy Brewer

Jerold Roy Brewer

Nov 28, 2018

Lenoir- Jerold Roy Brewer, age 81, fell asleep in death on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at Caldwell UNC Healthcare. He was born in Miami, Ohio on February 17, 1937 to the late Byron and Clara Davis Brewer. He was married to Wilma Reeder Brewer of the home for more than 61 years. Jerold was a tool and die maker for...

Jay Lee Whittington

Jay Lee Whittington

Nov 28, 2018

Lenoir- Mr. Jay Lee Whittington went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. He was born on November 7, 1955 to the late Ms. Willie Mae Michaux and Charles Beasley of Lenoir. He was a loving, devoted husband, Father, brother, uncle and friend. He attended Hibriten High School and served in the U.S. Army. He was...

Shirlene Goforth

Shirlene Goforth

Nov 28, 2018

Shirlene Clonch Goforth, 58, of North Wilkesboro passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Lenoir, NC. A native of Wilkes County, and graduate of North Wilkes High School, Shirlene was the youngest daughter of Darlene Smith of Lenoir and Sherman Clonch of Wilkes County. She worked most recently with Appalachian Regional Healthcare System in Boone, and...

Maggie Soots Gragg

Maggie Soots Gragg

Nov 27, 2018

Mrs. Maggie Soots Gragg, age 84, of Hudson passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at the Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehab in Wilkesboro. Born May 14, 1934 in Caldwell County, Maggie was a daughter of the late William and Ollie Baldwin Soots.She was Baptist by faith and a member of Harris Chapel Baptist Church. She loved singing and was...

Ruby Alice Hicks

Ruby Alice Hicks

Nov 25, 2018

Mrs. Ruby Hicks, age 91, of Granite Falls passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2018 at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care in Hudson. Born March 27, 1927 in Watauga county, Ruby was a daughter of the late Monroe and Mary Harmon.Ruby enjoyed working in her yard, doing puzzles and knitting.She was a retired furniture worker.She attended Faith Baptist Church.In addition...

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