OBITUARIES
Kenneth Neff
Jan 17, 2025
SHELBY: Kenneth “Ken” Edwin Neff joined his Lord and Savior in Heaven on January 17th, 2025. Born January 18th, 1956, he arrived in Heaven just one day shy of his 69th birthday. Known for his mischievous sense of humor, his loved ones hoped he left laughing with this last bittersweet prank. Ken did not merely live on this Earth; he...
Sung T Choi
Jan 15, 2025
DALLAS- Sung T. Choi, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 14, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on December 11, 1933, in Korea, Sung lived a rich and full life, and is deeply mourned by those who had the privilege of knowing him. Sung’s journey began in the tumultuous backdrop of war-torn Korea. At...
Jim Bridges
Jan 13, 2025
SHELBY: James “Jim” Bridges, 82, died Monday, January 13, 2025 at Atrium Health Cleveland. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late John and Morie Penson Bridges. Jim was a man who loved and provided for his family. He retired from Fiber Industries and he enjoyed woodworking and working on cars with his son. In addition...
Judith Fenn
Jan 12, 2025
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Judith Fenn, 76, died Sunday, January 12, 2025 at Atrium Health Cleveland. Aquamation services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral and Aquamation in Kings Mountain.
Edward Sailers
Jan 9, 2025
SHELBY: Edward Grady Sailers, 81, died Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Atrium Health Cleveland. He was the son of the late Grady and Ethel Sailers. Edward was a member of the Old Rugged Cross Baptist Church and enjoyed the simplicity of the farm life. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Marie Sailers;...
Bobby Hoppes
Jan 1, 2025
SHELBY: Robert “Bobby” Hoppes, 60, died Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte. Born in Mecklenburg County, he was the son of Barbara Champion Hoppes of Shelby and the late Nelson David Hoppes. Bobby enjoyed riding dirt bikes in his younger days. He enjoyed going to the mountains, beach or just taking a scenic drive with his...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Queen
Dec 31, 2024
GROVER: Jackie Mullinax Queen, 75, died Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at Hospice at Wendover. A native of Spartanburg County, she was the daughter of the Rev. Robert and Mildred Bagwell Mullinax. Jackie was a faithful lady who was a member of New Buffalo Baptist Church. She was a Sunday school teacher, a lecturer of ladies conferences and loved to work...
Phyllis Dolese
Dec 30, 2024
SHELBY: Phyllis Lichtenstein Dolese, 87, died Monday, December 29, 2024 at Peak Resources in Shelby. A private entombment will take place in the mausoleum at Rose Hill Memorial Park. Funeral services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center.
Timmy Self
Dec 27, 2024
MOORESBORO: Timmy “Bobby” Self, 41, died Friday, December 27, 2024, at his home. He was the son of Tim and Teresa Self of Blacksburg, SC. Whether you knew Timmy as Bobby, PawPaw, from derbying or CP Metal Crafters you couldn’t help but love him. He had a heart of gold and a caring nature that is rare. If you were...
Melissa Hatfield
Dec 25, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Melissa Hatfield, 41, died Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at her home. Funeral services and burial will take place in her home state of West Virginia. Local services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral and Aquamation in Kings Mountain.
James Walter Ramey
Dec 23, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: James Walter Ramey Sr., 98, went home to our heavenly Father, peacefully, Monday Dec 23, at his home. He was born on November 20, 1926 to parents, James and Nannie Ramey. In 1943, he proudly enlisted in the United States Navy, and served during World War II. He worked at Burlington Mills in Kings Mountain and Gastonia. He...
Jacob Thomas Jones
Dec 21, 2024
SHELBY- On December 21, 2024 our world became dimmer as we lost our beloved Jacob. He passed away peacefully in his sleep holding his Sam bear. Jacob is survived by his parents, Tammy and Peter Newbery, his siblings Nick (Kelly) Jones, Andrea (Jorge) Diaz, and Rachel (Ward) Gibson. He is also survived by his nieces, Natalie, Riley, Kaitlyn, Harper, Averie,...
Andy Radford
Dec 20, 2024
SHELBY: Andy Radford, 35, died Friday, December 20, 2024 at Atrium Health Cleveland. A native of Cleveland County, he is the son of the Todd Radford and fiancée Crystal Parker of Mooresboro and Lea Ann Galloway and Husband Kevin of Polkville. Andy loved to watch Bravo TV and he had a passion for decorating and fluffing Christmas trees. He worked...
Steve Page
Dec 8, 2024
SHELBY: Steve “Rabbit” Page, 82, died Sunday, December 8, 2024 at his home. A Cleveland County native, he was the son of the late Alton Raymond and Mittie Cooper Page. Steve was a member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church and worked for Ora Textiles for 33 years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting but most of all he enjoyed spending time...
Billy Joe Bridges
Dec 7, 2024
SHELBY: Billy Joe Bridges, a kind, devoted, and faithful man, passed away peacefully at home on December 7, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on April 21, 1935, at home in Lattimore, North Carolina, Billy Joe lived a life characterized by love, integrity, and service to others. Billy Joe graduated from Lattimore High School and went on to earn...
Sondra Shanker
Dec 5, 2024
MARYLAND: Sondra Shanker, 80, died Thursday, December 5, 2024. A graveside service will be held 11:00AM Sunday, December 22, 2024 in Sunset Cemetery.
Bernice Mcdaniel
Dec 3, 2024
SHELBY: Bernice Davis McDaniel, 67, died Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at Atrium Health Cleveland. A native of Cleveland County, she is the daughter of Deanie Davis Jr. and the late Essie Mae Sisk Davis. Bernice enjoyed watching birds. She loved dogs and spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband,...
Annie Farris
Dec 2, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: Annie Armittie Farris, 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, 2024 at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain surrounded by family. Born in Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Essie Farris. Affectionally known as “Mit”, she will be remembered for finding joy and laughter in the simplest of things. Having been diagnosed...
William "Billy" Rodriguez
Dec 1, 2024
KINGS MOUNTAIN: William “Billy” Rodriguez, 66, died Sunday, December 1, 2024, at CaroMont Regional in Gastonia. He was the son of the late Guillermo and Julia Rodriguez. Billy was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who loved his Mexican music and Mexican food. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Charlotte Rodriguez; son, William A. Rodriguez III and...
Danny Lovelace
Dec 1, 2024
SHELBY: Danny Charles Lovelace, 62, died Sunday, December 1, 2024 at Peak Resources in Shelby. He was the son of Patricia Chapman of Kings Mountain and the late Charles Lovelace. Danny was a member at Oak Grove Baptist Church, he loved going to the beach, and most of all he loved animals especially his two dogs, Bosco and Bailey. In...
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