Obituaries

Mar 20, 2024

Harold Gene Carlton Sr., 89, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. He was born October 31, 1934, in Taplin, West Virginia, to Claude Carlton and Mary Jane Parsons Carlton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fonnie Zirkle Carlton.

He was also preceded in death by his parents Claude Carlton and Mary Jane Parsons Carlton,...

Mar 19, 2024

Millard Ronald Eller “Ron”, age 77 of Troutman, NC passed away March 19, 2024 at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, NC. He was born February 28, 1947 to the late Millard Fillmore Eller and Annie McGuire Eller Bowlin.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his step-father, Paul J. Bowlin, brother,...

Mar 19, 2024

Margaret Ruth “Patsy”  (Moore) Martin Jensen of Statesville, North Carolina, formerly of Lenoir, passed away March 19, 2024 at Springs at Catawba, Hickory, NC after complications of dementia. Margaret was born in Blowing Rock, NC to the late Ralph James Moore and Lottie Murl Coffey Moore Hensley.

Margaret is preceded in death by husband, Niels Jensen, daughter,...

Mar 18, 2024

Evan James Pate, age 36, passed away on March 18, 2024. He was surpassed in death by his father Raymond Pate, grandfathers Dean Holt and James Pate, and grandmother Eleanor Pate. Those left behind to cherish his memory are mother Lori Pate, grandmother Marjorie Holt, sister Sarah Holt; husband Vincent “Tiny”, Lexi Pate, Jayden Pate, brother Cannedy Pate; wife...

Mar 17, 2024

Norma Jean Dillard, 78, of Lenoir, went to her Heavenly home on Sunday March 17, 2024.

Norma was born on May 14, 1945, to the late Woodrow and Ruth Wilson.

In addition to her parents, Norma is preceded in death by her husband, Norris Nelson Dillard; brothers, Rodney Wilson, Robert E. Wilson, Glenwood Wilson, Boyd...

Mar 16, 2024

James “Alan” Hamby, 62, passed on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

He was born May 31, 1961, to the late James and Violet Hamby.

Those left to cherish Alan’s memory are his wife of 21 years, Sheila Gragg; sons, Corbin Gragg (Autumn), Cody Gragg; daughter, Nicole Brown; grandchildren, Hadley, Hunter (Chloe), John, Peyton, Steven; great-grandchildren, Connor,...

Mar 16, 2024

Betty Ann Harris, 74, of Granite Falls, NC passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Betty was born on November 3rd, 1949 in Smyth County, Virginia to Alvin and Dorothy Lineberry.

She was preceded in death by her childhood sweetheart of 51 years, Jerry William Harris, as well...

Mar 16, 2024

David “Roger” Goble, 82, of Lenoir, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

Roger was born on July 14, 1941, to the late Clyde and Mildred Goble.

In addition to his parents, Roger is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Brenda Goble; brothers, Harry Goble, Bobby Goble, and Dennis Goble.

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Mar 14, 2024

Lisa Eileen Clark, 56, of Connelly Springs, NC, passed away on Thursday, March 14th, 2024. She was born on Monday, January 29th, 1968 in VA to the late Bobby Joe and Betty Sue Clark.

Lisa was a dedicated Home Health CNA and was passionate about helping others. She was an active member of the American Heart Association....

Mar 14, 2024

Craig Arthur Ruhl, age 77, of Hudson, was called home on March 14th. Craig was born on February 4, 1947, in Redondo Beach, California to John and Elaine Ruhl. Survivors include his wife Karen, son Chris Phillips (Katie), grandson, Damien, granddaughter, Chloe, sisters Dana Ruhl, and Polly Rapp (Chris), and nephew Brendan. Sisters-in-law, Sandy (and family), Jeryl, Brother’s-in-law Ron (and...

Mar 13, 2024

Ronald Clyde Stallings, 75, of Lenoir, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Ronald was born on October 16, 1948 to the late Clyde and Dessie Stallings.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his dog, Coolie.

Those left to cherish Ronald’s memories are numerous cousins.

Ronald...

Mar 8, 2024

Shirley Felts Spears, age 78, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024 at Brockford Inn Assisted Living.

She was born in Wilkes County on October 10, 1945 to the late Ivory and Virginia Myers Felts.

She was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed fishing and playing Bingo.

In addition to her parents, she...

Mar 7, 2024

Peggy Seagle Kanupp, age 62, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Amorem. She was born in Caldwell County on April 12, 1961 to the late Ross and Marcella Drum Seagle.

She was a loving wife to her late husband, Terry, and a wonderful mother and grandmother. Peggy was currently working for La-Z-Boy and had been...

Mar 4, 2024

Paul Jennings Embler, 97, completed his course and passed into the more immediate presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, March 4, 2024. He will be sorely missed. There will be a memorial service at Evans Funeral Home, 1070 Taylorsville Road SE, Lenoir at 2 o’clock p.m. on Thursday March 7, 2024, followed by interment in Laurel...

Mar 3, 2024

Elwanda "Wanda" Coffey 75, went home to be with her Lord & Savior, Sunday, March 3rd, 2024.

Wanda was born in Buncombe county to the late Mitchell & Arrie Anderson.

In addition to her parents she was proceeded in death by Harold Dean Hensley Sr.; son, Harold "Dean" Hensley Jr; sisters,  Linda Metcalf & Libby...

Mar 2, 2024

Robert Lee Bryant, age 77, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Caldwell UNC Health. He was born in Caldwell County on January 1, 1947 to the late Robert William Bryant and Ruth Brown Bryant.

Robert was a loving husband and father who loved his family more than anything. He spent the majority of...

Mar 1, 2024

Philip Howard Klein, 79, of Lenoir, passed away on March 1, 2024.

Philip was born on November 19, 1944 to the late Joseph and Hilda Klein.

Those left to cherish Philip’s memory are his wife of 50 years, Debra Klein; son, Josh Klein; and numerous other relatives.

Philip was a boy scout leader...

Feb 28, 2024

Magdalene Setzer McDonald, age 98 of Lenoir, North Carolina passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at her residence.

Magdalene was born on July 4, 1925 to the late Frank and Edna Setzer.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Alvin Blain McDonald, her sister Rosalee Bussel and her...

Feb 25, 2024

Ray Lee Hawkins went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 25, 2024 after a long battle of declining health. Ray was 80 years old. He was 1 of 10 children born to Crawford and Barbara Hawkins.

As well as his parents, Ray was preceded in death by brothers Howard, Glenn, Virgil and Wayne...

Feb 25, 2024

Neil Mabe, 69, of Lenoir, NC passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024.

Neil was born on July 5, 1954, to the late John and Jewel Mabe.

Those left to cherish Neil’s memory are his daughter, Natalie Mabe, brother, Johnny Mabe and his partner Cindy.

Neil was a wonderful father and brother.  He...