Obituaries

Jan 25, 2025

John Stanley Taylor, age 77, of Lenoir, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 25, 2025.

He was born to the late Eloise McQueen Taylor and Walter John Taylor on November 10, 1947 in Caldwell County.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Tom Taylor.

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Jan 24, 2025

John Jeffery Woodall (1958-2025)

J. Jeff Woodall, age 66, of Lenoir, NC, died peacefully on January 24, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem.

He was born on July 24, 1958, to parents William and Gail in Phoenix, AZ.

Jeff was preceded in death by his father, William Woodall; his mother, Gail Henry; and...

Jan 23, 2025

Debbie King, age 61, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Magnolia Lane in Morganton. She was born in Watauga County on September 17, 1963 to the late Claude and Marylynn Hodges. She was married to Gary King of the residence.

She was a loving wife, mother, Nana, sister and friend who loved shopping and spending...

Jan 23, 2025

Charles "Chuck" Keathley Lovins joined the Church Triumphant on January 23, 2025. Chuck was born in Lenoir, North Carolina on November 6, 1957 to the late Barbara Andrews Lovins and Charles Franklin Lovins. Chuck is survived by his Life Partner of 32 years, Chad Barnes, brother Kent Lovins (Donna), brother Greg Lovins ( Tammy) and sister Amy Lovins Wright...

Jan 22, 2025

Clarence Autry Wilson, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at The Greens at Spruce Pine. He was born in Laurens, SC on February 23, 1940 to the late Herbert C. Wilson and Gertrude H. Wilson.

He was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served in the military police and retired...

Jan 21, 2025

Gerald Dee Hollar, age 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at UNC Health Blue Ridge after an extended illness. He was born in Caldwell County on May 12, 1941 to the late Brady and Edith Hollar.

He was a devoted Christian and committed husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, father-in-law and...

Jan 20, 2025

Thelma Louise Griffin Hawkins joined the Church Triumphant at the age of 95, on January 20, 2025, surrounded by her family, and her Shaire Center Family. Thelma was born in Clover, South Carolina on August 25, 1929 to the late Samantha Elrod Griffin and John Franklin Griffin.

Thelma was preceded  in death by her husband of 69...

Jan 20, 2025

Sherry Gragg, 61, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025 at her home.

Sherry was born July 22, 1963, to the late Amos and Doris Triplett.

In addition to her parents, Sherry is preceded in death by her baby sister, Lisa Triplett; baby brother, Larry Triplett and sister, Kimberly Triplett.

Those left to...

Jan 19, 2025

Sandra Lee Davis Kinsella, 58, of Long View passed away on January 19, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center after a brief illness.

Born on March 4, 1967, in Catawba County, she was the daughter of the late Charles Isaiah Davis and her surviving mother Charlotte Stout Davis. She was a loving and devoted wife, daughter, and...

Jan 19, 2025

Michael Henry Forrest, 67, peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025.

Michael was born on March 18, 1957, to the late Rudy and Carline Forrest.

Those left to cherish Michael’s memory are his daughter, Emily Bellar (Greg); son, Dustin Rogers (Becky) and granddaughter, Hannah; sisters, Dreama Perazzo (Nick), Cindy Livingston (Dan); his wonderful “work...

Jan 18, 2025

Ruth Marie Gragg, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

Ruth was born on June 25, 1935, to the late Lawrence and Elsie Huffman.

In addition to her parents, Ruth is preceded in death by her twin sister, Ruby Yount; brother, LJ Huffman Jr.; brother in laws, Keith Yount,...

Jan 15, 2025

Shelia W. Boda, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on May 14, 1938, Shelia led a life full of passion, love, and unwavering optimism.

A talented artist, Shelia earned her MFA in Photography and founded a successful photography studio. Later, she retired as a rural...

Jan 11, 2025

Gail Klutz Beck, age 88, passed from this life into eternal life in the early afternoon of January 11, 2025, leaving behind five adoring children, eleven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren, who remember her as the best Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother a child could ever have.

She was born on June 10, 1936 in Lenoir, North Carolina, to...

Jan 6, 2025

Michael Ray Minton, 68, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, at Amorem in Hudson.

Michael was born on February 5, 1956, to the late Millard and Peggy Minton.

In addition to his parents, Michael is preceded in death by his sister, Linda.

Those left to cherish Michael’s memory are his wife...

Jan 6, 2025

Linda Jean Triplett, age 74, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025 at Amorem in Hudson. She was born in Caldwell County on November 25, 1950 to the late Ralph and June Guinn Triplett.

Linda and her late husband, Paul loved to travel the nation and lived in Arizona and Las Vegas for several years before returning...

Jan 2, 2025

Fred F. McCurry departed this world on January 2, 2025. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Fred served in the United States Army where he met the love of his life, Erika. They were married in Furth, Germany….Twice. Fred and Erika loved to share their secret to their long marriage of 65 years,...

Jan 2, 2025

William Wallace Tate II or “Bill” to those who knew him, passed away at his home on January 02, 2025, and walked into the arms of Jesus. Bill was born on April 22, 1943, in Lenoir NC to the late Earl Henry Tate and Kathryn Hanes Tate. He is survived by; two sisters, Ginger Tate Compton and Patricia Tate...

Jan 1, 2025

Richard Stewart Harmon, “Goose”,61, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Caldwell County on November 20, 1963, to the late Vance Harmon and Jo Alice Price Harmon.

Goose was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and a friend to many because he never met a stranger. He began his...

Dec 31, 2024

Makayla Paige Holman DOB: 12-07-1993

On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, Ms. Holman ,31. went to her heavenly home, after a period of illness at her residence. Ms. Holman was preceded in death by her father, Randy Holman, and her precious Mimi, Wanda Ashley. Those left to cherish her memory are her Parents, Brian and Angela Kidd of...

Dec 30, 2024

Dewey Phillips, 75, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Amorem- Burke. He was born in Caldwell County on July 1, 1949 to the late Herbert Dewey Phillips and Edna Jane Wilcox Phillips. He was married to Elaine “Punki” Phillips, of the home, for 56 years.

Dewey dearly loved his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and was...