Obituaries

Apr 20, 2024

Debra Seagle Brown, age 69, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. She was born in Caldwell County on November 30, 1954 to the late Ross Seagle and Marcella Drum Seagle. She was married to Ricky Brown of the home for 52 years. She was an active member of Poovey’s Chapel Baptist Church.

Apr 19, 2024

David Shannon Hicks, age 54, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Caldwell UNC Health. He was born in Burke County on December 4, 1969 to David C. Hicks and the late Doris Hamby Hicks.

Shannon will be remembered by his family and friends as a very loving man who never met a stranger. He enjoyed...

Apr 18, 2024

Ronald “Ron” Edwards passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024.

Ron was born July 10, 1963, to Lawrence DeLoach and the late Martha DeLoach.

In addition to his mother, Ron is preceded in death by sisters, Kay Bryant, Angela Sigmon, Sabrina Bowers; and brother, Mark Anthony DeLoach.

Those left to cherish Ron’s memory...

Apr 18, 2024

Gerald Marion Bolick, 90, of Lenoir, NC, passed away on April 18, 2024. He was born in Patterson on August 11, 1933.

Gerald received his education from Happy Valley Primary School, Happy Valley High School, Mars Hill College, NC State University, and Duke University.

Gerald, known for his dedication and service, proudly served in the...

Apr 17, 2024

Jenetta Potter, 90, of Granite Falls, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024.

Jenetta was born on August 21, 1933 to the late Sam and Emmer Stewart.

In addition to her parents, Jenetta is preceded in death by her sisters, May, Ruby, Rosa; brothers, Delmer, Elmer, Robert E., Julius “Snake”, granddaughter, Leslie Elaine Potter, and great...

Apr 16, 2024

Michael Eugene Hallford Junior met his Lord and Savior doing what he loved , fishing in Wilson’s Creek on April 16th , 2024. He was born August 7th, 1979 to Michael Hallford, Senior and Debbie Fournier. Michael  is what you would say the true definition of a “good old Caldwell County boy” is. Michael had many talents. He was...

Apr 15, 2024

Gregory Hill Prestwood, age 74, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024 at his home in Newton, North Carolina. He was born in Caldwell County, North Carolina on October 18, 1949 to the late Clyde Tate Prestwood and Belle Prestwood. He was a veteran of the Vietnam war, of the 101st A.B.N Division, Co. C 3/187 4th Platoon. He...

Apr 13, 2024

Jerry Herman, 85, of Granite Falls, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Carolina Caring in Sherrills Ford.

Jerry was born on December 22, 1938, to the late Perry Herman and Maude Smith.

In addition to parents, Jerry is preceded in death by his wife, Miriam Herman;...

Apr 13, 2024

Jesse Barnes, 84, of Lenoir, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

Jesse was born on July 24, 1939, to the late Reverend Ezekiel and Cordelia Barnes.

In addition to his parents, Jesse is preceded in death by his wife, Tiny Barnes; his son, Michael Barnes; and brother; Billy Barnes.

Those left to...

Apr 13, 2024

Forrest “Jack” Crump exchanged this life for eternity on April 13, 2024, following a stroke. He was the son of the late Reverend Gordon and Lucille Crump, born December 17, 1931. He lived a productive life for 92 years, working in the lumber business mostly with logging and later retiring from Broyhill Main Office.

He was preceded...

Apr 11, 2024

John Edward Martin, 76, unexpectedly passed away on April 11, 2024.

John was born April 9, 1948, in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, to the late John and Claire Martin.

Those left to cherish John’s memory are his wife, Suzanna; sons, David and Christopher; daughter, Stacey; grandson, Declan; siblings, Dennis, Peter, and Barbara.

John...

Apr 10, 2024

On the afternoon of Wednesday April 10 th , 2024, after a lengthy battle with cancer, Humberto

“El Grande” Vazquez Napoles 43, passed away peacefully at home. Humberto was born May 5 th,

1980, in Degollado, Jalisco, Mexico but currently resided in Lenoir NC.

Humberto is survived by his daughters, Maria Belen and...

Apr 8, 2024

Steven Michael Hollar, lovingly known as Steve, age 75, of Lenoir, NC, was called to his eternal rest on April 8, 2024. Born on November 26, 1948, he lived a life marked by unwavering dedication to his family, his country, and his community.

Honorably serving in the U.S. Army, Steve exhibited the values of loyalty and courage....

Apr 6, 2024

Ronnie Barnes, 65, of Lenoir, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024.

Ronnie was born October 21, 1958 to the late Henry and Addie Barnes.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded death by his wife of 45 years, Kathy Barnes; son, Ronnie Barnes, Jr.; brothers, Everett Barnes, Roy Barnes, Ray Barnes, Jimmy Barnes;...

Apr 4, 2024

Mr. Jarrett Brown Swearengin, age 86, of Lenoir, died Tuesday, April 4, 2024 at Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation Center in Granite Falls, NC. Born June 29, 1937 in Caldwell County, Jarrett was a son of the late Wallace Brown and Joncie Nichols Swearengin. Mr. Swearengin was a member of Miller Hill Baptist Church and retired from Kincaid Furniture. He...

Apr 4, 2024

Diana Lynn Helton Messer traded her broken earthly vessel for a glorified body on Thursday April 4th at Black Mountain Neuro-medical Treatment Center. She was surrounded by those that loved her dearly, both immediate family and her Black Mountain family. She fought hard to live for those she loved but the Lord saw that she was getting tired and...

Apr 3, 2024

Jerry Eugene Crump, 86, passed peacefully in his sleep on April 3, 2024. He was born on May 24, 1937, in Caldwell County, to the late Donald and Katherine Crump. Jerry worked at Fairfield Chair for over 40 years. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, and great grandfather.

In addition to his parents, he...

Mar 30, 2024

Steve Allen Carlton 67 born June 19th, 1956, to Allen Carlton and Hazel Horton Carlton in Wilkes County (Boomer) NC.

He was proceeded in death by both parents and a younger brother Willie Alton Carlton and stepson Dale Teeters.

Left to cherish many memories are his wife Deborah H Teeters of the home. His son,...

Mar 29, 2024

John "Elmo" Myers, age 64, passed away unexpectedly on March 29, 2024, in Charlotte, NC. He lived most of his life in of Harrisburg, PA area before moving to North Carolina in 2014.

John was a beloved husband to his wife Jenn, a wonderful father to his two children, Jeremy and Andrea, a proud grandfather to his...

Mar 29, 2024

Georgia Moore, 95, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024 at Willow Ridge Assisted Living in Charlotte.

Georgia was born on October 11, 1928 to Hovah and Agnes Ellis in Berwind, WV.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jay Lee Moore; a twin brother who passed away several...