Patty Sue Watson
Jul 25, 2025
Patty Sue Watson, 78, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, July 25, 2025.
Patty was born March 6, 1947, to the late James and Dorothy Walsh.
In addition to her parents, Patty is preceded in death by her husband, Harley Wayne Watson; sisters, Martha and Frances; and brother, James Walsh.
Those left to cherish Patty’s memory are her children, James “Peanut”...
Keith Adrian Williams
Jul 22, 2025
Keith Adrian Williams, age 83 of Lenoir, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Amorem Hospice in Hudson. He was born in Caldwell County on November 15, 1941, to the late Milton Franklin Williams and Mantha Irene Mask Williams. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pat Williams, brothers Alfred, Jimmy and Jeff...
Fred Keith Edmisten
Jul 21, 2025
Fred Keith Edmisten of Lenoir, passed away at home. He was the son of Fred Morris Edmisten and Betty Sue Braswell Edmisten.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister Freida Edmisten Jones.
Keith is survived by his son, Joshua Osborne and wife, Taylor; grandchildren, Hailey, Peyton, Aubree, Jaxson, Lillie; sister, Paula Edmisten McLeod; and brother, Glenn Edmisten.
He is...
Shirley Faye Woods
Jul 21, 2025
Shirley Faye Woods, 87, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Faye was born on May 5, 1938, to the late Mansfield and Hattie Shew.
In addition to her parents, Faye is preceded in death by her husband, L. Colon Woods, and several brothers and sisters.
Those left to cherish Faye’s memory are her sons, grandchildren, step grandchildren, and...
Faye Virginia Harrison
Jul 20, 2025
Faye Virginia Barnes Harrison, age 82, passed away in her home on Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was born in Caldwell County on March 2, 1943 to the late Henry and Addie Barnes. She was the loving wife of the late Danny Jo Harrison for 57 years before his passing. Faye was a member of the North Catawba Baptist Church,...
Dwayne Stephens
Jul 18, 2025
Benjamin Dwayne Stephens finished his battle with ALS on July 18, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Depree Stephens and Hazel Imogene Stephens.
Dwayne was an avid sports fan, especially for his Tarheels and Carolina Panthers. Also, he really enjoyed golfing, cooking and creating new recipes.
He is survived by his son, Evan Depree Stephens, who was his...
Mary Lou Gragg Poore
Jul 17, 2025
MaryLou Gragg Poore, age 90, of Caldwell County, passed away on July 17, 2025, at Lenoir Healthcare in Lenoir, NC. She was born on April 19, 1935, to the late Sanford and Edna Gragg.
A Life of Craft and Love
MaryLou was a lifelong seamstress who found joy and purpose in her craft. She dedicated much of her life to creating beautiful...
Betty Sue Watson
Jul 16, 2025
Betty Greene Watson, age 94, passed away peacefully at Hickory Falls Rehab on July 16th, 2025.
Betty is preceded in death by her parents, the late Wiley Monroe Greene and Sue Austin Greene; as well her husband, Harvey Stanford Watson; son, Rudy Stanford Watson; daughter-in-law Frances Setzer Watson; grand daughter-in-law Kimberly Watson; five sisters and three brothers.
Betty is survived by her...
Betty McRary McRee
Jul 15, 2025
Betty McRary McRee, “Betsy”
Betsy McRary McRee, a longtime resident of Lenoir, North Carolina, passed away on July 15, 2025, at the age of 91.
Betsy will be remembered by many for her numerous contributions in the community which included her role as manager of the Employment Security Commission in Lenoir, her role as elder at United Presbyterian (currently known as Greenway...
Gerald Dwayne Hicks
Jul 15, 2025
Gerald Dwayne Hicks, 67, went home to be with the Lord in his sleep surrounded by his family.
Gerald was born September 19, 1957, to the late Clinard Hicks and Virginia Neighbors.
Those left to cherish Gerald’s memory are his wife of 42 years, Nina; son, Leif Hicks; daughter, Tabitha Hicks; grandchildren, Paisley, Zurii, Omario; sister, Connie Spears; nephews, Brandon and Ryan...
Betty Pritchard Bowlin
Jul 14, 2025
Betty Pritchard Bowlin slipped into a peaceful sleep on July 14, 2025 at Amorem Hospice in Hudson. She is now awaiting for the return of our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Betty is survived by her six children and their spouses: Terry and Anita Pritchard, Dennis and Mary Pritchard, Ronald and Lisa Pritchard, Kenneth and Margaret Pritchard, Teresa Perkins, and Brenda and Richard...
James "Doc" Albert Patrick
Jul 14, 2025
James “Doc” Albert Patrick, 87, peacefully passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Doc was born on July 15, 1937, to the late Birder and Nannie Patrick.
In addition to Doc’s parents, he is preceded in death by his sons, William “Billy” Patrick, James “Jimmy” Patrick; brothers, Frank Patrick, Sonny Patrick, Harold Patrick, and sister, Joyce Woody.
Those left to cherish Doc’s memory...
Brandon Norris
Jul 13, 2025
Brandon Norris, 42, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
Brandon was born February 18, 1983, to Joseph and Vicki Norris.
In addition to his parents, those left to cherish Brandon’s memory are his wife, Misty Norris; sons, Trenedy Simmerman, Mason Sheets; grandchildren, Mia, Matty, and Sophia; brothers, Jonathan and wife Gina-Marie Norris, Matthew Norris; niece, Kaitlin and nephew, Jonathan and numerous...
Ronald Steve Mullis
Jul 11, 2025
Ronald Steven Mullis, Sr., 76, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, in Lenoir, North Carolina, the town where he was born and spent much of his life.
Born on June 25, 1949, in Lenoir, Steve was the son of Pat and Mayhew Mullis. He grew up surrounded by family and community, developing a lifelong love for music as a member...
Marvin Jayson Gragg
Jul 7, 2025
Marvin Jayson Gragg, age 62, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, July 7, 2025. Born March 6, 1963, in Avery County, North Carolina, to Ronald Gragg and Mabel Gragg. He is the youngest of five siblings.
He was many things – a loving husband, proud father, skilled upholsterer, and guitar strummer. He worked hard, was faithful, stubborn, and always...
Vanda Mae Mayhue
Jul 7, 2025
Vanda Mae Setzer Mayhue, 63, went home with her Lord and Saviour and reunited with her son, Jody Auton.
Vanda was born on July 9, 1961 to the late Ted and Lena Setzer.
In addition to her parents, and son, Vanda is preceded in death by her brother, Ricky Setzer.
Those left to cherish Vanda’s memory are her cousin, Cynthia Roland; her bonus...
Evangelist Patricia Ann Perkins
Jul 5, 2025
Evangelist Patricia Perkins, 74, passed on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Patricia was born January 9, 1951 to the late Daniel and Mary Elizabeth Perkins.
In addition to her parents, Patricia is preceded in death by her infant daughter, Bridget; daughter, Terry LaTasha Perkins; brother, James Otis Perkins; and sister, Winnie Valerie Perkins.
Those left to cherish Patricia’s memory are her son, Tyrone Perkins...
Nancy Setzer Webb
Jul 5, 2025
Nancy Setzer Webb, 79, went home to be with our Lord and Saviour on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Nancy was born on February 18, 1946, to the late C.V. and Mabel Setzer.
In addition to her parents, Nancy is preceded in death by her son, Charles Jason Finley; husband, Alvin Z. Webb; brother, Carroll V. Setzer, Sr. and sister, Judy Setzer Spencer.
Those...
Wilbur F. Woodall
Jul 3, 2025
Wilbur F. Woodall, Jr., age 88, of Lenoir, NC passed away peacefully at his home
surrounded by family members and his caregiver. Born in Gatesville, NC, he was the son of the late Rev. Wilbur F. Woodall and Mary Susan Woodall.
Wilbur was a graduate of Rutherfordton/Spindale Central High School and Wake Forest College (University). He worked for the NC Department of...
Thomas Larry Woodie
Jul 2, 2025
Larry Woodie, age 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Hickory Falls Health and Rehab surrounded by his family. He was born in Caldwell County on February 6, 1943, to the late Kermit and Dare Woodie. He was married to Carolyn Greene Woodie, of the home, for 57 years.
Larry was a veteran of the United States Army,...
