Obituaries

Dec 18, 2024

James Howard Greene, age 94, went home to be with our Lord on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at UNC Caldwell Hospital. He was born November 9, 1930, in Caldwell County to the late Pressley and Johnsie Greene. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 65 years, Sylvia Greene. Howard was an avid hunter, fisherman, gardener, beekeeper...

Dec 16, 2024

Norma Jean Killian Johnson was peacefully called home to be with her Lord and Saviour on Monday, December 16, 2024, at College Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Norma Jean was born October 12, 1951, to the late Joe and Julia Bradshaw Killian.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Johnson, five sisters:  Rosa Lee Presnell,...

Dec 15, 2024

Johnsie Powell Truesdale, age 91, has gone to her Heavenly home to celebrate with her loved ones.  Born in Caldwell County to Roy and Lula Powell, she was preceded in death by her infant son, Ronald Leslie Truesdale; her brothers; Dan Powell, Fred Powell, Mack Powell and sisters; Evelyn Mabe, Elizabeth Powell, and Ruth Osborne.

She was...

Dec 14, 2024

Shirley Briscoe, age 89, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 14, 2024. She was a resident at College Pines Health & Rehabilitation Center. Shirley was born on November 26, 1935, to the late Donald and Roxie Lambert.

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Shirley enjoyed traveling to the beach, and spending time...

Dec 11, 2024

Kensey Nicole Ford Coffey, 6 weeks, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. She was born on October 28, 2024 in Burke County to Robert Coffey and Chelsey Adams Coffey.

During her short life she had already become her Daddy’s little girl. Her brother, Ryder and sisters, Madison and Khloe were...

Dec 9, 2024

Ernest Dean Brown, 79, of Lenoir, went to be with the Lord Monday December 9, 2024. Born to the late Minnie and Marshall Brown of Lenoir on September 24, 1945.

He is survived by his daughter’s Lisa Miller and husband Danny of Hickory; Deanena Huerta and husband Martin of Lenoir; granddaughter Kristy Dye and Husband Dylan of...

Dec 9, 2024

William “Bill” Hoskins, 79, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Monday, December 9, 2024.

Bill was born on November 2, 1945 to the late Willie and Nellie Hoskins.

In addition to his parents, Bill is preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Vera Hoskins; brothers, John and Roy...

Dec 8, 2024

Paralee Auton Patterson, 88, peacefully went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, December 8, 2024.

Paralee was born November 6, 1936 to the late George and Effie Auton.

In addition to her parents Paralee is preceded in death by her sister, Conalee and husband Tom Hatton; brothers, Charlie and wife Mamie, Lawrence and wife...

Dec 8, 2024

Sheila Kay Bristow, age 73, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Lincoln County on October 4, 1951 to the late Lloyd Edward Mason and June Burch Mason. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn Townsend.

Kay was a loving mother, grandmother, sister...

Dec 6, 2024

Jairo Noel Zúniga Granados hijo de Joaquin Zúniga y Yesenia Yamileth Zúniga Granados. Nació Noviembre 26 del año 2004 y paso a la presencia De Dios Diciembre 6 del 2024. Jairo era un joven que se creció en la iglesia y en sus 20 años que Dios le permitió vivir se lo dedicó al servicio a Dios en la...

Dec 6, 2024

Johnny “Doc” Rich, 60, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024.

Doc was born on January 15, 1964, to the late Leonard and Rose Rich.

In addition to his parents, Doc is preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Rich, Frank Coffey, Vadis Price and sister, Betty Sharpe.

Those left to cherish Doc’s...

Dec 5, 2024

Myrna Jean Crouch Poarch, age 81, of the Kingscreek community, passed away on December 5, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Poarch; her parents, Louise and Buddy Crouch; and her siblings, Peggy, Billy, Bobby, Jimmy, and Jerry.

Myrna is survived by her children: Donna Poarch Reece...

Dec 4, 2024

Jack E. Bradshaw, 98, of Lenoir, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.

Jack was born September 28, 1926, to the late Jay and Annie Lee Bradshaw.

In addition to his parents, Jack is preceded in death by his sister, Geneva Bradshaw; brothers, Pete Bradshaw, and Harold Bradshaw.

Dec 2, 2024

Nancy Morrison, 82, sadly passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024.

Nancy was born December 15, 1941, to the late Fred and Lennie Mathis.

In addition to her parents, Nancy is preceded in death by her husband, Col. L. C. Morrison; sisters, Patty and Faye.

Those left to cherish Nancy’s memory are her...

Dec 1, 2024

Jason Conner, 56, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024.

Jason was born on November 22, 1968, to the late James and Jennie Faye Conner.

In addition to his parents, Jason is preceded in death by his brother, James Conner; and nephew, Colely Conner.

Those left to cherish Jason’s memory are his daughter,...

Nov 30, 2024

Danny Blanton Wortman, 91, of Lenoir, passed away peacefully on Nov. 30, 2024, at Bermuda Village Health Center in Bermuda Run.

Dan was born on August 30, 1933, to Loy Aaron and Maude Blanton Wortman in Cliffside, NC.  He graduated from Cliffside High School in 1951 and Wake Forest University in 1955 with a BA in Business...

Nov 30, 2024

Irene Baker Knight, 81, passed away gently Saturday, November 30 at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Irene was born September 30, 1943 as the youngest of eight to Clarence and Margaret Baker of Lenoir.

A lifelong resident of Caldwell County, she graduated from Hudson High School in 1962 and was married to Paul Douglas Knight, Sr...

Nov 30, 2024

Joseph Allan Dean Chapman, 67, peacefully passed away on Friday, November 30, 2024.

Joseph was born February 13, 1957 to the late Paul and Bertha Chapman.

In addition to his parents, Joseph is preceded in death by his sister, Linda and his brother Paul.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife...

Nov 27, 2024

Mark A. Smith, age 61, of Lenoir NC went to be with his Lord and Savior November 27, 2024, at his home after a long courageous battle of 13 years with Multiple Myeloma cancer. Mark was born February 16, 1963 to Luther M. Smith and the late Maxine W. Smith of Lenoir, NC. He leaves behind his loving wife...

Nov 26, 2024

Mr. Jeffrey "Scott " Teague of Hudson, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday November 26, 2024.

He is survived by his Father Floyde Dwight Teague of Hudson. He is preceded in death by his Mother Jami Isbell and brother Michael Teague.

Those left to cherish his memory include two son's Chris Teague and wife Angel...