Obituaries

Jan 5, 2024

On January 5, 2024, Judy Laws McNeill went home to be with The Lord.  She was welcomed into Heaven by Our Gracious Heavenly Father, The Lord Jesus Christ, a host of angels and saints as well as her parents, Leonard and Lucille Laws, her brother, David Laws and husband, Carlos McNeill.

Judy is survived by her children...

Jan 5, 2024

MILDRED DARLENE EDMISTEN CLONCH SMITH hastened to join God’s Heavenly Choir January 5, 2024. Born June 19, 1940, in Wilkes County, NC, she thanked God daily that her life was so fully Blessed.

A Service in Memory of Darlene will be held Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Union Baptist Church, 4595 Union Baptist Road,...

Jan 5, 2024

Joyce Chester Spears “Joda”, age 74, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Caldwell County on January 29, 1949 to the late G.R. and Freda Chester. She was married to David Spears of the residence for 43 years.

Joyce was a member of Littlejohn United Methodist Church where she was...

Jan 3, 2024

Surrounded by a multitude of family, Shelba Saunders Harris left this world for her heavenly home on January 3, 2024.  There’s no question that her honey, Ken, who she was married to for almost 60 years greeted her at the gates.

Shelba was born on November 28, 1940, as the second child to amazing parents, the Reverend...

Jan 3, 2024

Janet Suddreth Branch entered her Heavenly home on January 3, 2024. Parkinson’s disease deteriorated her body but never could touch her clever mind or love of family and life. Janet was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Larry Cannon Branch as well as her parents D.D. and Stella Suddreth. Now she is reunited with loved ones...

Jan 2, 2024

Julie Elaine Weaver Miller, age 46, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Amorem.

Julie was born March 19, 1977, to Bill and Carolyn Weaver.

She is preceded in death by both grandfathers and a grandmother.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Brittany; her parents, Bill and Carolyn;...

Jan 2, 2024

Vera Dollars Robbins, age 80, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Caldwell UNC Healthcare. She was born in Watauga County on February 14, 1943 to the late George Dollars and Frances Tester Dollars.

Vera was a loving wife and mother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Jan 1, 2024

Robin Claude Cardwell, age 66 of Caldwell County North Caldwell, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024 at his home.

Robin was born on July 14, 1957 to Claude and Marilyn Cardwell.

He is preceded in death by his father.

Those left to cherish his memory are his mother, Marilyn, his siblings, his...

Dec 29, 2023

Nevaeh Elizabeth Austin came in to this world on December 29, 2023 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. She did not have the opportunity to experience life, yet she was cared for and loved by her parents, Zachary Austin and Haley Barnes; grandparents, Danny and Angela Henry; Danielle Matheson; and great- grandmother, Kathy Curry; and her aunts and uncles.

Dec 29, 2023

Charles Curtis Moore, went to be with our Heavenly Father on December 29,2023.

He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was 93 and worked for Broyhill Furniture Industries for 47 years as a computer programmer. He was also a superb watch and clock repair man, and refurbished the clock at the square in...

Dec 29, 2023

Elizabeth Venanzi Delost    “Betty”

Elizabeth Venanzi Delost, 87, of Hudson, North Carolina passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023 surrounded by her Children and Grandchildren.

Elizabeth was born on August 25, 1936 to the late Libero (01/1997) and Matilda (Rice) (10/1972) Venanzi. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her Daughter,...

Dec 28, 2023

Rodney Mark Greene, 59, of Granite Falls, NC went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 28, 2023.

Rodney was born April 26, 1964, in Jacksonville, Florida.

He is preceded in death by his father, Tommy Greene; grandparents; George and Hessie Starnes, Vilas and Nina Belle Greene; uncles, Tony Starnes, Jack Starnes, Earl Greene;...

Dec 28, 2023

Raymond Arnold Pate, age 61, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023 in Lenoir North Carolina.

Raymond was born on January 5,1962 to the late James and Eleanor Pate.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his father-in-law Dean Holt.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife;...

Dec 23, 2023

Rebecca “Becky” Grace Jones

Becky Jones, 13, of Lenoir, NC went home to be with the Lord on December 23, 2023 at her home.

Becky was born on January 31, 2010 in Buncombe County, NC.

She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Charles Williams.

Those left to cherish her memory...

Dec 21, 2023

Tina Louise Haney, age 53, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 21, 2023.  Tina was born in Caldwell County on October 23, 1970, to the late James and Louise Haney.

Tina was a faithful member of East Flat Baptist Church. She was a dedicated employee for Walmart for over 30 years.

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Dec 20, 2023

Joseph Emitt Benemann, age 58, passed away on December 20, 2023 at his residence in Lenoir, North Carolina.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sisters; Beverly Gruitt, Shirley Cooke and Teresa Moore.

Joseph will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Evans Funeral Service is honored to serve the family...

Dec 19, 2023

Blanche Irene Reid, 97, of Lenoir, North Carolina, passed away on December 19, 2023. Blanche was born on October 17, 1926, in Lenoir to the late Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McRary. She was a God-fearing woman who loved her family and her church, Union Baptist Church.

Blanche had a successful career, working as a secretary at Oak...

Dec 18, 2023

On December 18, 2023 Heaven's Gates opened once again to let another Angel come home.  Gladys Aileene Stroupe Minton passed away peacefully at home after an extended illness.  Aileene was a very accomplished lady who always worked hard to take care of her family.  She had a smile that was truly unforgettable and could brighten the darkest of days.  ...

Dec 17, 2023

Garry Lee Pope, age 86, of Lenoir, NC passed away unexpectedly on December 17, 2023. Garry was the oldest of 6 children born to Clyde and Virginia Pope in Caldwell County on April 30, 1938. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of almost 50 years, Judy Pope. Garry is survived by his children,...

Dec 16, 2023

William (Bill) Edward Boone

Bill Boone, 72, of Rhodhiss, NC passed away on December 16, 2023 at The Oaks at Sweeten Creek in Arden, NC.

Bill was born on December 29, 1950 to the late Banner and Bonnie Boone.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Florence...