OBITUARIES
Catherine Long
Oct 22, 2023
SHELBY: Catherine Rae Long, 95, died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at her home. She was the daughter of the late Cyrus and Garr Ledbetter. Catherine was a faithful member of Flint Hill Baptist Church, she loved cooking and making rolls for all her family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James...
Margaret Buehner
Oct 22, 2023
GAFFNEY: Margaret Lis Buehner, 50, died Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home. She was the daughter of the late James and Brenda Caldwell. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Penny Caldwell. Margaret is survived by her husband, Frank Buehner; daughters, Kayla, Megan and Elizabeth Lee; brother, James T. Caldwell and spouse Janda...
Gerald Gardner
Oct 18, 2023
SHELBY: Gerald Thomas Gardner Jr., 57, died Wednesday October 18, 2023, at Atrium Health Cleveland. A Cleveland County native, he was the son of the late Gerald Thomas Sr. and Brenda Gardner. Gerald had a special gift for making everyone he met laugh. He was a member at Camps Creek Baptist Church, he loved racing, slot cars, hot wheels, skateboarding,...
Cheryl Erschen
Oct 18, 2023
ROCKHILL,SC- In Memoriam: Cheryl Ann Erschen August 18, 1959 – October 18, 2023 With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Cheryl Ann Erschen, an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and artist. Born on August 18, 1959, to Carol and David Johnson, Cheryl was a beacon of love, talent, and grace throughout her lifetime. Preceded in death by her brothers...
Urijah Orton
Oct 18, 2023
In Loving Memory Urijah James Christopher Orton, born September 13, 2016, brought laughter and adventure to everyone who knew him. His infectious smile had the power to light up any room. He was his father's baby boy, and they shared a deep connection. He loved playing Fortnite with his dad and big brothers, building bonfires, and working on cars. Urijah...
Danny Spurling
Oct 15, 2023
SHELBY: Danny Spurling, 71, died Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Atrium Health Cleveland. A Cleveland County native, he the son of the late Jesse and Mary Spurling. Danny was a graduate of Shelby High School, a US Army Veteran, and he worked for CA Short and later Cleveland Lumber. His passions were carp fishing and being part of a bowling...
Mary Phillips
Oct 13, 2023
SHELBY:Mary Laura Phillips, born on December 31, 1943, in Morganton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2023, at her home in Shelby, surrounded by her loved ones. She was 79 years old. Mary was the beloved daughter of the late H.K. Phillips and Cassie Inez Phillips. A devoted mother, she is survived by her three children: William A....
Rodney Smith
Oct 12, 2023
FOREST CITY: Rodney Eric Smith, 56, died Thursday, October 12, 2023 at Prisma Health in Greenville, SC. Born in Richmond, VA, he was the son of the late John and Mattie Toney Smith. Rodney worked as a Supply Chain Director at Prisma Health in Greenville. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle with friends. His hobbies included camping, kayaking and spending time...
Vickie Jane Conner
Oct 11, 2023
BELMONT- Vickie Conner, 80, died Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at Caromont Health in Gastonia. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby, NC
Lamona Gregory
Oct 11, 2023
LONG ISLAND,NY- Lemona Gregor, 54, died on Wednesday at the home of her daughter. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby, NC
Loretta Ludwig
Oct 10, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Loretta Noles Ludwig, 74, died Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at her home. A native of Gaston County, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Nellie Tilley Noles. She was a member of Westover Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Don Ludwig; daughter, Angela Vaughn; and five brothers...
Jayne Shaw
Oct 10, 2023
SHELBY: Jayne Bailey Shaw, 81, of Shelby, NC, joined her precious Lord and Savior in Heaven on October 10, 2023. She was born at home in Mooresboro, NC on July 6, 1942 to Alvie Ernest Bailey and Nelle Harris Bailey, and was the middle child of two brothers, Larry & Jimmie. Jayne graduated from Shelby High School where she played...
Charles Humphries
Oct 5, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Charles Newland Humphries, 84, died Thursday, October 5, 2023 at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain. Born in Transylvania County, he was the son of the late Avery and Nora Batson Humphries. Charles served in the National Guard and worked many years as a Brick Mason, later retiring from Eaton Corp. after 22 years of service. He loved...
Jerry Carroll
Sep 30, 2023
SHELBY: Jerry Wayne Carroll, 78, died Saturday, September 30, 2023 at his home. A native of Watauga County, he was the son of the late Fred and Cleo Johnson Carroll. Jerry lived all of his life in Boone, later moving to Shelby where he has lived for the past 11 years. He was a former member of Boone Baptist Church...
Mary White
Sep 30, 2023
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Mary White, 79, died Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Peak Resources in Shelby. Born in Isabella County, MI she was the daughter of the late Frank and Joy Abbott Rilett. Mary was a Mail Carrier for the Postal Service. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband of 37 years, Fred White. She is...
Mary Skinner
Sep 26, 2023
Mary Wirtz Skinner of Shelby quietly entered the presence of her Savior on September 26, 2023, at the age of 65. Mary was born in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, on September 20, 1958, to Ervin and Betty Wirtz. After graduating from Fond du Lac High School in 1977, her lifelong love of books and learning led her to Gateway Technical...
Elpidio Ledezma Flores
Sep 23, 2023
SHELBY: Elpidio Ledezma Flores, 65, died Saturday, September 23, 2023 at his home. A native of Mexico, Elpidio was the son of the late Emiliano Ledezma and Maria Flores. He worked in construction locally and attended St. Mary's Catholic Church. He is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Fernandez Gonzaga; and son , David Ledezma and wife Guadalupe, both of...
Brent Gipson
Sep 22, 2023
SHELBY: Brent Lee Gipson, 20, died Friday, September 22, 2023. A native of Cleveland County, he is the son of Brian Gipson and wife Maria and Jaime Gipson and fiancé Doug Dawson, both of Shelby. Brent graduated from Kings Mountain High School in 2021 and was employed with Cheyenne Intl. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church and enjoyed...
Joan Star
Sep 21, 2023
SALISBURY: Joan Star, 86, died Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Terra Bella Assisted Living in Salisbury. Aquamation services are provided by Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center in Shelby, NC.
Roy Hankins
Sep 21, 2023
SHELBY: Roy Hankins passed away on September 21, 2023, at the age of 92. He grew up in Terra Haute, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Opal Hankins and his sister, Barbara Ann. He joined the U.S. Airforce and traveled the world. Through his travels he met his first wife, Alice, in Pennsylvania and together...
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