OBITUARIES
Lorene Walker
Mar 9, 2025
SHELBY: Nancy Lorene Walker, born on January 3, 1943, in Cleveland County, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, in Cherokee County at the age of 82. Lorene dedicated 38 years of her life working diligently at PPG, where she formed lifelong friendships and impacted those around her with her kindness and strong work ethic. Her heart was full of...
Norma Martin
Mar 9, 2025
SHELBY: Norma Jean Martin, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, in Cleveland County, the same place where she was born on October 1, 1946. She was 78 years old. Norma Jean lived a life full of love and warmth, always bringing joy to those around her. She never missed her favorite...
Dorothy Hendrick
Mar 9, 2025
SHELBY: Dorothy Ann Hamrick Hendrick, 94, left this earth for her heavenly home on March 9, 2025 at her home with her family there for Sunday lunch, just the way she liked it. Born in Shelby, NC on January 11, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Jessie Elizabeth Hamrick. Dot was also preceded in death by her husband...
Edward "Ed" Gumphrey
Mar 7, 2025
SHELBY- Edward Peter Gumphrey Jr, "Chip", age 76, passed away in his home in Shelby, NC on Friday, March 7, 2025. Ed was a retired Chief Warrant Officer, United States Navy. He was also a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, and a friend to so many. Named after his father, he was born in Washington, DC on July...
Tommy Bridges
Mar 2, 2025
SHELBY: Tommy Ray Bridges, a lifelong resident of Cleveland County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Cleveland County on March 26, 1943, he was the son of the late Clyde Bridges and Minnie Ledford Bridges. A man of service and dedication, Tommy honorably served his country in the United States...
David Mccall
Feb 27, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN- David Lee McCall, 79, of Kings Mountain, NC was born in St. Louis, MO, to Ruth and David K. McCall on October 20, 1945, and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 27, 2025. He graduated from Southeast Missouri State College with a B.S. in history and then after being called into ministry,...
Faye Renfroe
Feb 23, 2025
SHELBY: Margaret “Faye” Finch Renfroe, 93, died Sunday, February 23, 2025 at Hospice at Wendover. Born in Calhoun County, AL, she was the daughter of the late Austin and Elector Hart Finch. Faye retired from Hoechst Celanese and was a lifelong member of Calvary Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening, cooking fried chicken and being a seamstress. She was a loving...
Allie Jerry Martin
Feb 18, 2025
SHELBY- Allie Jerry Martin, born on July 23, 1948, in Cleveland County, NC, decided to take his final bow on February 18, 2025, at the age of 76, right where it all began. Known for his quick wit and even quicker ability to fix anything, Jerry was the kind of guy who could make a toaster sing and a computer...
Virginia Kay Clary
Feb 16, 2025
SHELBY- Virginia Kay Clary, a cherished member of the Cleveland County community, was called home on February 16, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on October 28, 1941, in Cleveland County, Virginia spent her life deeply rooted in the community that she held dear. A devoted servant to her faith, Virginia was an esteemed member of New Bethel Church...
Mable Shepherd
Feb 10, 2025
SHELBY- Mable Shepherd, aged 82, peacefully passed away on February 10, 2025, in Cleveland County, North Carolina. Born on March 4, 1942, in Rutherford County, North Carolina, Mable lived a life filled with love, creativity, and devotion. Mable will be remembered for her passion for quilting, a craft she embraced wholeheartedly. Her beautiful quilts were cherished by family and friends...
Carl Ray Lemons
Feb 9, 2025
SHELBY- Carl Ray Lemons, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in Cleveland County, North Carolina. Born on May 28, 1935, in Cleveland County, he lived a full and rich life of 89 years. Carl was a man of simple pleasures, finding joy in woodworking, carpentry, and gardening. His hands were never idle,...
Charles Boone
Feb 9, 2025
FOREST CITY: Rev. Charles V. Boone, 91, went to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. A native of McDowell County, he was the son of the late Frank Boone Sr. and Tuie Bradburn Boone. Charles served in the Army during the Korean War Conflict. His life was built around serving...
Danny "Weasel" Capps
Feb 6, 2025
GROVER: Danny “Weasel” Capps, 66, died Thursday, February 6, 2025 at White Oak Manor in Shelby. A native of Gaston County, he was the son of the late Bobby Joe and Shirley May Scism Capps. Weasel was known as a giving and helpful person who often took care of other people’s yards. He enjoyed dirt track racing and NASCAR. In...
Harrison Lee Hopper
Feb 4, 2025
SHELBY- Mr. Harrison Lee Hopper, 78, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Harrison was born September 17, 1946 in Cherokee County, SC to the late William Dewey Hopper and Irene King Hopper. He was a member of Ellis Chapel Baptist Church. He became a preacher under the leadership of Rev. Walter B. Ellis in 1976....
Chad Lyles
Jan 29, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Chad Douglas Lyles, 36, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Atrium Health Cleveland. A native of Cleveland County, he is the son of Chad Lyles of Gastonia and the late Lisa Watson Freeman. Chad had a passion for drag racing, playing video games and riding four wheelers and his motorcycle. He was employed with STI in Kings Mountain....
Hal Lail
Jan 29, 2025
SHELBY- Hal Ray Lail, 73, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Atrium Health Cleveland. He was the son of the late Gorman and Evelyn Lail. Hal proudly served in the Air Force in Vietnam, he enjoyed fishing, playing guitar, traveling to the beach and camping. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Terry Lail....
Kelly Carmichael
Jan 27, 2025
SHELBY: Kelly Carmichael, 60, died Monday, January 27, 2025 at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.
Eric Pope
Jan 24, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Eric Pope,50, died Friday, January 24,2025 at his home. He was the son of the late Brenda Smith Fisher. Eric enjoyed working on cars, going to the race track and he loved picking with his grandkids. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Reid Smith. He is survived by his wife,...
Harvey Dotson
Jan 22, 2025
SHELBY: William “Harvey” Dotson, 82, died Wednesday, January 22, 2025. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Ralph and Pearl Greene Dotson. Harvey enjoyed riding dirt bikes, watching NASCAR and western T.V. shows, pitching horseshoes and participated in different bowling leagues over the years. He worked as a meat cutter, a pipe fitter and a...
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