Obituaries

May 7, 2024

Eric “Steven” Swan of Caldwell County, passed away on May 7, 2024.

Steven was born on December 8, 1950 to the late Irene Allred.

Those left to cherish Steven’s memory are his son, Eric Swan Jr. (Lori), sister, Micky McCall; 3 nieces, April McCray, Kelly McCray, Sarah McCall, and any beloved friends.

Evans...

May 7, 2024

Josephine Duffey Good, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at Caldwell UNC Healthcare. She was born in Charlotte County, VA on March 23, 1939 to the late Arthur Duffey and Fannie Newcomb Duffey.

Jo enjoyed attending Poovey’s Chapel Baptist Church, loved studying her Bible and was part of an...

May 6, 2024

Lori Holland Riggs, 61, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 6, 2024, at her home.

Lori was born March 16, 1963, to the late Charles Bunn and her mother, Cynthia Meyers.

In addition to her father, Lori is preceded in death by her son, Kris Riggs; and widowed by husbands, Bill Riggs, and Thomas Griffin....

May 3, 2024

Micheal Ellis McLean, age 42, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 3, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Catawba County on October 7, 1981 to Micheal and Martha Wilson McLean.

Micheal was a loving and caring son, brother and uncle. He enjoyed spending time with family, his animals and gaming.

Apr 29, 2024

Charles (Charlie) A Pack, of Hudson NC, passed away suddenly on Monday, April 29, 2024.

Charles was born March 6, 1953, in Buncombe County, NC to the late Charles and Ruth Pack. In

addition to both his parents he is preceded in death by his sisters Donna Ledford, Dovie Blanton

and sister-in-law, Pam...

Apr 29, 2024

Anna Elizabeth Hoyle, age 36, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 29, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Burke County on January 13, 1988 to Randal Hoyle and the late Karen Bryant Hoyle-Walker.

Anna was a friend to many and a local celebrity. She enjoyed strolling around downtown Lenoir and you...

Apr 28, 2024

Mary Lou Willis, age 69, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at Lenoir Health Care. She was born in Mitchell County on February 19, 1955 to the late Willa Mae Willis.

Mary went to work in the textile industry when she was 19. She retired from her hard-working career after 40 years. She will be remembered...

Apr 26, 2024

Michael Wayne Wiseman, 67, passed on Friday, April 26, 2024.

Michael was born on January 15, 1957, to the late William Henry Wiseman and Anna Grace Wiseman.

In addition to his parents, he preceded death by his daughter, Charity Michelle Wiseman; brothers, Luther Wiseman and Charles Wiseman.

Those left to cherish Michael’s memory...

Apr 21, 2024

Justin Dwynell White, age 86, of Lenoir, shed his earthly body and put on a new one made by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. His final days were graced by the warmth of family and friends at Hospice Forlines in Hudson, NC.

Mr. White was born on September 11, 1937, in Bladen County, the son of...

Apr 21, 2024

Dianne Penland Coffey, age 66, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Amorem in Hudson. She was born in Baltimore, MD on December 9, 1957 to the late William Penland and Elizabeth Bolick Penland. She was married to Roy Coffey, Jr. of the home for 43 years.

Dianne worked at Donna’s Café for her sister for...

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...