Obituaries

Oct 29, 2023

Shirley Shew Stone, age 80 of Lenoir, NC passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023.

Shirley was born on July 29, 1943 to Hillary and Lola Marie Shew.

In addition to her parents, Shirley is preceded in death by her fiancé Edward Bird, her former husband Staley R. Smith, and daughter Pamela Marie Sherrill, her...

Oct 24, 2023

Ed Andrews

On Tuesday evening, October 24th, a wonderful man completed his earthly life and entered into his Eternal life in heaven…Edward Nelson Andrews passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side. Ed had been diagnosed with Dementia in the past two years, along with other complications.

Ed was a hardworking man,...

Oct 22, 2023

Marguerite Davenport Grimes,76, passed away on October 22, 2023. She was born in Mercer, West Virginia on December 19, 1946 to Wade and Clara Scott.

Evans Funeral Service is honored to serve the Grimes family.

Oct 22, 2023

Teresa Ann Haney, age 59, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 22, 2023.  Teresa was born in Caldwell County on April 11, 1964, to the late James and Louise Haney.

Teresa was a faithful member of East Flat Baptist Church.  She was a faithful worker of Caldwell Opportunity for over 37 years.

Oct 21, 2023

Sarah Church Adams, age 85, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Amorem Burke, surrounded by her family. She was born in Caldwell County on February 2, 1938 to the late John and Bessie Church.

Sarah was a wonderful wife and mother. She cared for her family and enjoyed...

Oct 17, 2023

Geraldine Robertson McGuire, age 89, of Lenoir, peacefully entered the church triumphant Tuesday, October 17, 2023.  She was born October 10, 1934 in Cleveland County to late A.B. and Ada Robertson.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Harold McGuire, an infant daughter, and brother, Bob Robertson.

Survivors...

Oct 15, 2023

Hudson, NC- Dorothy Johnson, age 90, of Hudson, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, October 15, 2023 while under the care of Amorem Hospice at Lenoir Health Care. Born November 24, 1932 in Mitchell County.

Dorothy Johnson was a daughter of the late Leonard Vance and Winnie Sullins Vance and the wife of the late Cecil...

Oct 13, 2023

Audrey Mae Cline, 66, of Lenoir, NC passed away on October 13, 2023 at home.

Audrey was born on March 29, 1957 to Pansy and Bill Ritchie.

Those left to cherish her memory are her parents Pansy and Bill Ritchie; sister, Betty Reid; and nephew, Mark Cline.

Audrey loved to sew and was...

Oct 12, 2023

Vance Eugene “Gene” Bryson Gene Bryson, 88, of Colletsville, NC passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023. He was born on July 31, 1935 to the late Reuben and Gertrude Bryson. In addition to his parents, Gene is preceded in death by his brother; Johnny Black Bryson, sisters; Iris Nell and Nancy Bryson Suddreth. Those left to cherish Gene’s memory...

Oct 11, 2023

On October 11th 2023, Earnest David Hodge, of Lenoir, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. David, 67, was born the oldest of three sons on August 9th,1956 to Ernest Lee Hodge and Greta Dale (Kirby) Hodge in Lenoir, NC, both of whom will succeed him in death. His brothers Bruce Hodge and daughters Ashley Hodge...

Oct 9, 2023

Brandon Gene Billings, age 42, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Amorem. He was born in Caldwell County on February 21, 1981 to Gina Billings Kidd and the late Kenneth Kidd.

Brandon dearly loved his family and enjoyed all forms of art. He was a member of the Baptist Faith....

Oct 7, 2023

Curtis W. Dula Sr. age 92 of Lenoir North Carolina passed away on Saturday October 7, 2023. Curtis was born on June 5, 1931 to Mary Janie and Monroe Dula. In addition to his parents, Curtis is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Dula, his son, Curtis Dula Jr., his daughter Marcheta Dula, five brothers, and 6 sisters. Those...

Oct 7, 2023

Lucille Velma Townsend, age 91, died at Amorem in Valdese, NC, on October 7, 2023.

She was born April 20, 1932, in Banner Elk, NC to the late Walter and Lena (Matheson) Norwood.  After High School and being married, she lived most of her adult life in Lenoir, NC.

Lucille’s favorite seasons were Spring and...

Oct 6, 2023

Talmadage Eugene “Gene” Wood

Gene Wood, 73, of Lenoir, NC passed away on October 6, 2023.

He was born on February 18, 1950 to the late Beamer and Agnes Wood.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 3 brothers and 1 sister.

Those left to cherish Gene’s...

Oct 4, 2023

Author “Fredric” Beane, age 90 of Baton, North Carolina passed away on Wednesday October 4, 2023 at Hickory Falls Health and Rehab. Fredric was born on February 12, 1933 to the late John Ervin Beane Sr. and Leeola Beane. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife; Almonta Koontz Beane and two brothers, Bill Beane...

Oct 4, 2023

Vera Elizabeth Hoskins

Vera Elizabeth Hoskins, 75, of Lenoir, NC went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2023.

Vera was born on January 8, 1948 to the late Charles and Madellene Robbins.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Alan Lee Robbins and sister, Charlene...

Oct 1, 2023

Michael “Mike” Earl Yates, age 72, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at Frye Regional Medical Center. He was born in Greenville, SC on September 15, 1951 to the late Otis Earl Yates and Ruth McCoy Yates.

Mike was a past Master of the Denver Masonic Lodge for several terms. He will be remembered for his...

Oct 1, 2023

Guy Wesley Edwards, age 75, of Hudson, North Carolina peacefully entered glory on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at Amorem in Burke County. Guy was born on March 16, 1948 to the late William and Dora Edwards in Surry County North Carolina. In addition to his parents, Guy is preceded in death by his wife; Bronda Edwards, and his sister; Judy...

Sep 30, 2023

Teddy Joe Nelson, age 68, of Morganton, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at UNC Health Blue Ridge.  He was born January 2, 1955 in Caldwell County to the late Rastus Nelson and Virginia Dare Colvard Nelson.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Benny Ray Nelson, Vernon Edward Nelson, and James Ervin...

Sep 28, 2023

David Edward Muncy, 86, of Lenoir, NC passed away peacefully on September 28, 2023, at Amorem Hospice.

David was born on July 31, 1937, to the late Matthew and Maude Muncy in Boston, MA.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Muncy; daughter, Sharon Putignano; and his brother,...