Obituaries

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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Matthew Forte

Matthew Forte

Aug 11, 2024

Matthew Forte, 58, of Lenoir, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024.

He was born on August 14, 1965 to Luther and Shirley Forte.

Matthew is preceded in death by his sister, Paula Eugena Forte.

In addition to his parents, those left to cherish Matthew’s memory are his wife of 19 years, Laura...

Thelma "Maggie" Magdalene Brown Anderson

Thelma "Maggie" Magdalene Brown Anderson

Aug 10, 2024

Thelma Magdaline Brown Anderson, 88, went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, August 10, 2024, at her home in Lenoir, NC.  She was born January 10, 1936, to the late Lonnie and Clancy Williams.

She was a devoted wife mother and grandmother.  She loved having her family around her.  She also loved watching and...

Patricia Ann Arnold

Patricia Ann Arnold

Aug 9, 2024

Lenoir – Patricia Summerlin Arnold, 78, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024.

She was born to the late Dallas Summerlin and Betty Pope Summerlin Edmisten on December 3, 1945, in Norfolk, Virginia.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Robert Edmisten and a brother, James Summerlin.  Survivors include...

Jc Junior Hendrix

Jc Junior Hendrix

Aug 7, 2024

JC Junior Hendrix, 88, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.

JC was born on March 24, 1936, to the late Charlie and Effie Hendrix.

In addition to his parents, JC is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 65 years, Vivian Hendrix; son, Nick Hendrix, four brothers and six sisters.

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Joy Odom

Joy Odom

Aug 7, 2024

Joy Odom, 84, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.

Joy was born on July 21, 1940, to the late James and Lillie Belle Weir.

Those left to cherish Joy’s memory are her husband, Norman Odom, Sr.; sons, Chris Triplett, David Triplett, Kenneth Triplett; stepchildren; Norman, Theo, Timmy, and Patsy; granddaughter, Olivia; and numerous...

Reverend Douglas Mciver Howell

Reverend Douglas Mciver Howell

Aug 7, 2024

Douglas Howell went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.

He was born on July 15, 1958, to the late Wade Howell and Carolyn Brown Howell.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters Jeanne Triplett and Kay Hochschild.

Those left to...

Leon Victor Hollar

Leon Victor Hollar

Aug 7, 2024

Leon Victor Hollar, 80, passed away on Wednesday August 7, 2024.

Leon was born on August 21, 1943, to the late Victor Hollar and Jimmie Greene.

In addition to his parents, Leon is preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Colene Hollar; daughter, Joan Crain; grandsons, Randy Crain and Tyler Horton; great granddaughter,...

Sarah Lail

Sarah Lail

Aug 5, 2024

Sarah Bumgarner Lail, age 89, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 5, 2024 at Trinity Village in Hickory. She was born in Bum Town, Caldwell County on September 18, 1934 to the late Jeff Bumgarner and Pearl Cannon Bumgarner.

Sarah was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed visits with friends...

Floyd Clarence Coffey

Floyd Clarence Coffey

Aug 4, 2024

Floyd Clarence Coffey, 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2024.

Floyd was born on April 14, 1935, to the late Charlie and Virginia Coffey.

In addition to his parents, Floyd is preceded in death by his wife Clara Mae Hilton Coffey.

Floyd retired from Furniture Brands.

He will be...

Jeffrey Ray Austin

Jeffrey Ray Austin

Aug 4, 2024

Jeffrey Ray Austin, 60, peacefully passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024, surrounded by his family and friends.

Jeffery Austin is survived by his parents, Ray and Lorene Austin; his wife Amanda West-Austin; his brother Wes Austin; his children Jesse Massey, Hannah Austin, Macy Austin, Ellis Austin, Rider Austin; his grandchildren Lyrik Massey, Jude Massey, Archer Austin-Jones,...

Boyd George Woodward

Boyd George Woodward

Aug 1, 2024

Boyd George Woodward, 82, of Lenoir, NC and formerly of Yorktown, VA passed away after a long battle with cancer. He was born February 15, 1942, in Granite Falls, NC.

Boyd dearly loved the Lord, his family and friends. While living in Yorktown, VA, he assisted the late Charles Graham, Sr of Yorktown, VA and the late...

Debbie Banner

Debbie Banner

Jul 28, 2024

Deborah Deal Banner “Debbie”, age 72, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Watauga Medical Center. She was born in Caldwell County on August 24, 1951 to the late Houston Deal and Lilly Ann Suddreth.

Debbie was a loving mother and an absolutely amazing grandmother. Her grandchildren were her greatest joy in life and she loved...

Terri Hollifield

Terri Hollifield

Jul 25, 2024

Terri Hollifield, 66, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 25, 2024.

Terri was born on October 6, 1957, to her mother, Jean Mann and to the late Hermon Mann.

In addition to her father, Terri is preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Jerry Hollifield.

Those left to cherish Terri’s memory...

Joshua Aaron Pace

Joshua Aaron Pace

Jul 22, 2024

Joshua Aaron Pace, 33, passed away on July 22, 2024.

He was born March 7, 1991 to the late Danny and Nancy Pace.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sister Summer Sellers (Randy); and brother, Noah Pace.

Joshua was a musician.  He enjoyed practicing his tattooing skills and music.

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Gladys Lee Bentley

Gladys Lee Bentley

Jul 21, 2024

Gladys Lee Bentley went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 21, 2024.  She was born on March 29, 1936, to Frank Miller and Josie Proffit Miller.  She was preceded in death by her husband, William Franklin Bentley, two daughters, Rita Faye Townsend and Rena Jean Cardwell, three brothers, Buryl, Denver and Arlie Miller and...

Joyce Marie Bryant

Joyce Marie Bryant

Jul 21, 2024

Joyce Marie Bryant, 74, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024.  She was born on November 16, 1949.  She will be greatly missed.

Evans Funeral Service is honored to serve the family of Joyce Bryant.

Sharon Lynn Holsclaw-Mitchell

Sharon Lynn Holsclaw-Mitchell

Jul 20, 2024

Sharon Holsclaw-Mitchell, age 51, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at her residence in Mebane, NC. She was born in Caldwell County on September 17, 1972 to Dianne Bowman Holsclaw and the late Terry Holsclaw. She was married to Tracy Mitchell of the residence.

Sharon was a graduate of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and...

Greg John Duncan

Greg John Duncan

Jul 17, 2024

Greg Duncan, 61, of Lenoir, passed away on July 17, 2024.

He was born on January 12, 1963 to the late Jay Duncan.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Susan; son, Gregory Duncan (Stephanie); daughter, Grace Shook (Raven), step-son, Cody Myers; grandchildren, Balin, Parker, Josiah, and Maverick; step-mother, Jean Duncan; two brothers,...

Rebecca "Becky" Stafford

Rebecca "Becky" Stafford

Jul 14, 2024

Rebecca “Becky” Stafford, 78, of Granite Falls, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Amorem Hospice in Hudson.

Becky was born on September 23, 1945 to late William Charles Barlow and Irene K. Barlow.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husbands,...

Frances Marion Norwood

Frances Marion Norwood

Jul 12, 2024

Frances M Norwood, age 96, of Lenoir passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at UNC Health-Caldwell Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Frances was born in Caldwell County on January 5, 1928, to the late Amanda Norwood. She was preceded in death by siblings, Ruby N Corpening, Jean N Harper, William “Porky” Norwood, Lesley “Bum”...

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