Johnny "John" Mack Creech
Oct 11, 2024
Johnny “John” Mack Creech, 62, of Granite Falls, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Friday, October 11, 2024.
John was born on March 28, 1962, to the late Donnie Creech and Barbara Ann Barnette.
In addition to his parents, John is preceded in death by his sister, Cecelia Bryson.
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Philip Auton
Oct 10, 2024
Philip Auton died early October 10th at Duke Medical Center. He passed peacefully while surrounded by family. Philip was born January 6th, 1965, to Linda and David, and grew up on the mean streets of Draco Road in Oak Hill, outside of Lenoir, NC. After graduating Western UNC, he moved to the less mean streets of Manhattan, where he...
William "Willie" Franklin Lefever
Oct 10, 2024
William “Willie” Franklin Lefever, 90, of Hudson, NC passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 10, 2024.
Willie was born on July 27, 1934, to the late William “Ken” McKinley and Myrtle Lucinda Lefever of Lenoir, NC. Willie was preceded in death by his siblings Charles Lefever, Mary Day, Helen Correll and Joann Craig.
Those left...
Larry Eugene Hargus
Oct 6, 2024
Larry Eugene Hargus, 83, of Hudson, North Carolina, experienced one final change of address as he entered into his heavenly home to meet his Lord on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Larry was born on December 5, 1940 in Catawba County to the late Ray Hargus and Lola Minton Hargus. He spent a big part of his life...
Jerry Landes
Oct 4, 2024
Jerry Lee Landes, age 67, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Atrium Health – Mercy in Charlotte. He was born in Henrico County, VA on June 10, 1957, to Thelma Wolfe, currently of Richmond, VA, and the late Samuel Landes. He was married to Melissa Gullett Landes of the home.
Jerry loved watching football and...
Jamey Edward Conley
Oct 3, 2024
Jamey was born on October 8, 1970, to the late Shirley Conley Grant.
In addition to his mother, Jamey is preceded in death by his father, Apostle Marvin Grant; and sister, Markrish Grant.
Those left to cherish Jamey’s memory are his wife, Amanda Conley; children, Lashae, Dathan, Nehemiah, Janiah; grandchildren, Dante, Harmony; stepmother, Cecelia Grant;...
Christopher "Chris" Ryan Byrd
Oct 2, 2024
Christopher “Chris” Ryan Byrd, age 33, passed away on October 2, 2024, in Lenoir, NC. He was born to Chandra Lea Byrd on November 6, 1990, in Burke County, NC.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his uncle, William Lanier, and his great-grandmother, Maude Holsclaw.
He is survived by his...
Wanda Benge
Sep 29, 2024
Wanda Benge went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at Trinity Ridge in Hickory. She was born in Caldwell County on July 1,1936 to the late J. Van Harris and Lois P. Harris. She was married to Doug Benge of the residence for 34 years.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Naomi Triplett
Sep 26, 2024
Granny’s Obituary
Our precious mother, granny, sister and beloved friend Ethel “Naomi” Triplett crossed over into Heaven surrounded by her family on Thursday September 26, 2024, at the age of 84.
Naomi blessed this world on November 28, 1939, to the late Guy and Ruby Triplett. She grew up in the beautiful mountains of the...
Vicki Mathis
Sep 24, 2024
Vicki Hopkins Mathis, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at Hickory Falls Rehabilitation. She was born in Rowan County on July 14, 1938 to the late Dr. Paul J. Hopkins and Estelle Waller Hopkins.
She retired from Broyhill Furniture Plant 3 after 33 years of service. Vicki was an avid fan of the Atlanta...
Mary Ellen Foster
Sep 22, 2024
Mary Ellen Foster, age 70, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Caldwell County on August 8, 1954 to the late Joseph Killian and Julia Bradshaw Killian.
Mary Ellen was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family and reading. She loved God and attending Hillcrest Baptist...
Kenneth Blair Caudill
Sep 16, 2024
Kenneth Blair Caudill, 86, peacefully passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024.
Kenneth was born on February 25, 1938 in Ashe County, NC.
He is preceded in death by his step daughter, Melissa Greer and numerous other relatives.
Those left to cherish Kenneth’s memory are his wife of 42 years, Shirley Caudill; step...
David Theodore Herman
Sep 13, 2024
David Theodore Herman, Jr. of Lenoir, NC slipped away to be with his Heavenly Father on September 13th, 2024 at the age of 84 following a lengthy journey with dementia. David was so very beloved by family and friends. He was a man of principle who would give you the shirt off his. David (Junior, DT, Dave, Dad, Pop)...
Sylvia Pilkenton Icenhour
Sep 12, 2024
Sylvia Pilkenton Icenhour 1934 – 2024
Sylvia Pilkenton Icenhour, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, passed away at the age of 90. Born in Lenoir, North Carolina to OW Pilkenton and Era Dell Church Pilkenton, Sylvia lived a life marked by grace, determination, and dedication.
A graduate of Lenoir High School in 1952, Sylvia continued her...
William Irvin Kiger
Sep 9, 2024
William Irvin Kiger, 72, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024 at Amorem in Hudson, NC.
William was born on February 10, 1952, to the late Ransom and Helen Kiger.
In addition to his parents, William is preceded in death by his brother, Larry Clay Kiger.
Those left to cherish William’s memory are...
Boyd Wilson Marley
Sep 8, 2024
Boyd Wilson Marley, 75, peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024.
Boyd was born on February 2, 1949, to the late Woodrow and Elizabeth Marley.
In addition to his parents, Boyd is preceded in death by his wife, Debbie Swanson Marley; sister, Annie Sue Marley; brothers, Junior, Tommy, Billy Joe, Robert, Dee, Grover, Bobby,...
Zachary "Zack" Cayden Hatton
Sep 8, 2024
Zachary Cayden Hatton, 23, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 8, 2024.
Zack was born on July 20, 2001 to Brian and Jessica Watson, and biological father Nathan Curtis.
Zack is preceded in death by his pawpaw Rick Hatton and pawpaw Doug Watson.
Those left to cherish Zack’s memory are his parents, Brian...
Teresa Sue Presnell
Sep 6, 2024
Teresa’s love was boundless, overflowing with kindness, patience, and an unwavering sense of compassion. Her love was truly unconditional, and the only love greater was the love of God. She never forgot anyone in her prayers, lifting up all those she knew and cared for with endless devotion. Teresa’s deep faith inspired many, her love warmed everyone around her,...
Perry Brown
Sep 3, 2024
Perry Kenneth Brown, age 66, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Wake Forest University Medical Center. He was born in Caldwell County on November 25, 1957 to the late Juanita Brown Eastwood. He was married to Victoria Townsend Brown, of the home, for 31 years.
Perry was enjoying his retirement from his maintenance electrician career....
John "Felix" Hart, Sr.
Sep 1, 2024
John “Felix” Hart Sr., 83, of Lenoir North Carolina, went joyfully to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on September 1, 2024.
He was born on February 7, 1941, in Caldwell County to the late Walter Avery Hart and Bertha Mabel Thompson.
Felix was one of three remaining children out of seven, until...
