Obituaries

Sep 12, 2024

Sylvia Pilkenton Icenhour 1934 – 2024

Sylvia Pilkenton Icenhour, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, passed away at the age of 90. Born in Lenoir, North Carolina to  OW Pilkenton and Era Dell Church Pilkenton, Sylvia lived a life marked by grace, determination, and dedication.

A graduate of Lenoir High School in 1952, Sylvia continued her...

Sep 9, 2024

William Irvin Kiger, 72, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024 at Amorem in Hudson, NC.

William was born on February 10, 1952, to the late Ransom and Helen Kiger.

In addition to his parents, William is preceded in death by his brother, Larry Clay Kiger.

Those left to cherish William’s memory are...

Sep 8, 2024

Boyd Wilson Marley, 75, peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024.

Boyd was born on February 2, 1949, to the late Woodrow and Elizabeth Marley.

In addition to his parents, Boyd is preceded in death by his wife, Debbie Swanson Marley; sister, Annie Sue Marley; brothers, Junior, Tommy, Billy Joe, Robert, Dee, Grover, Bobby,...

Sep 8, 2024

Zachary Cayden Hatton, 23, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 8, 2024.

Zack was born on July 20, 2001 to Brian and Jessica Watson, and biological father Nathan Curtis.

Zack is preceded in death by his pawpaw Rick Hatton and pawpaw Doug Watson.

Those left to cherish Zack’s memory are his parents, Brian...

Sep 6, 2024

Teresa’s love was boundless, overflowing with kindness, patience, and an unwavering sense of compassion. Her love was truly unconditional, and the only love greater was the love of God. She never forgot anyone in her prayers, lifting up all those she knew and cared for with endless devotion. Teresa’s deep faith inspired many, her love warmed everyone around her,...

Sep 3, 2024

Perry Kenneth Brown, age 66, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Wake Forest University Medical Center. He was born in Caldwell County on November 25, 1957 to the late Juanita Brown Eastwood. He was married to Victoria Townsend Brown, of the home, for 31 years.

Perry was enjoying his retirement from his maintenance electrician career....

Sep 1, 2024

John “Felix” Hart Sr., 83, of Lenoir North Carolina, went joyfully to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on September 1, 2024.

He was born on February 7, 1941, in Caldwell County to the late Walter Avery Hart and Bertha Mabel Thompson.

Felix was one of three remaining children out of seven, until...

Aug 27, 2024

Iris Poston Osborne, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Dante, VA on July 29, 1938 to the late Harvey and Sally Poston.

Iris was a very loving and caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who leaves behind her daughters, Ruby McCoy; Linda Townsend; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 7...

Aug 27, 2024

Muriel Lois Brown, 92, died peacefully on August 27, 2024, in Hudson, North Carolina. She was born on June 8, 1932, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to Joseph and Carrie (Theide) Hodges.

The youngest child of six, Muriel held a very close relationship with her “Pa”, who planted the seeds for her lifelong joy of gardening. Her childhood...

Aug 26, 2024

John Paul Price “JP”, age 41 passed away at his residence on Monday, August 26, 2024. He was born in Catawba County on June 21, 1983 to Ray Price and Cathie Price.

JP grew up playing sports and enjoying life. He loved animals, particularly cats and dogs. He also loved working outdoors. He was of Baptist faith...

Aug 21, 2024

Carolyn Ogle, 87, of Sawmills, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Hudson, NC.

Carolyn was born in Tiro, Ohio, on September 18, 1936, to the late William and Leila Witter, both proceeding her in death. Carolyn grew up in Crestline, Ohio, on her family’s farm where she learned the...

Aug 21, 2024

Crystal Lynn Bristol (O’Dell), 52, went home to be with Jesus on August 21, 2024. She was born February 25, 1972 in Rutherford County, NC. She was the spouse of the late Scottie Bristol, and she resided at her home in Granite Falls, NC.

Her parents were Debra Ann Coffey of Hudson, NC, the late Robert Coffey...

Aug 18, 2024

Sunday, August 18, 2024, Virginia Marlene Clark, born September 28th 1959, woke up in Heaven reunited with her sweet mom, who she adored, and her dear friend Lisa, who she has missed dearly, along with all of her other family and friends that she has longed for.

She was a devoted mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend...

Aug 17, 2024

Rebecca Jane Hodges Main, age 86, went home to be with the Lord on August 17, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born in Watauga County on April 5, 1938, to the late Paul Hodges and Lillian Shores Hodges. She was married to Joseph Ronda Main of the home.

Jane was a loving...

Aug 17, 2024

Mary Lackey Rose, age 91, peacefully went to her heavenly home on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in hospice care surrounded by family. She was born in Caldwell County on March 1, 1933, to the late Clyde Lackey and Pearl Coffey Lackey. Mary lived by the Bible she read daily and spent the largest portion of her life applying what...

Aug 17, 2024

Banks Wesley Clark, age 77, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at College Pines Health and Rehabilitation. He was born in Caldwell County on April 14, 1947 to the late C. E. Clark and Viola Miller Clark.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Jack Clark, Faye Clark,...

Aug 16, 2024

Charles Weeks “Chuck” Troutman, died Friday, August 16, 2024, at UNC Health

- Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Lenoir, NC.  Born June 23, 1941, in Lenoir (Caldwell County, NC), Chuck was the son of the late Dr. Baxter S. Troutman, M.D. and Bertha Weeks Troutman (“Bea”) of Lenoir.

His father, Dr. Baxter Troutman, Obstetrician, delivered him...

Aug 15, 2024

Kathryn Jackson, 97, peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024.

Kathryn was born on April 2, 1927, to the late Marion Robbins and Maude Austin.

In addition to her parents, Kathryn is preceded in death by her husband, Wilford Rufus Jackson; sons, Philip Jackson, Stephen Jackson; brothers, Jack Robbins, Lake Robbins; sisters-in-law Shirley Robbins...

Aug 15, 2024

Nelson Charles Ziegler, age 84, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Pike County, PA on October 4, 1939 to the late Myron Ziegler and Helen Kreidler Goodnow.

Nelson was a veteran of the United States Air Force and retired from the U.S. Postal Service...

Aug 14, 2024

Janet Ollis, 77, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.

Janet was born on April 5, 1947 to the John and Erma Farley.

In addition to her parents, Janet is preceded in death by her brother, Harry Lee Farley and sisters, Eunice Steinberger, and Blanche Farley.

Those left to...