Obituaries

Jan 29, 2021

Gregory “Greg” Dean Bradshaw, 59, passed away at his residence on Friday, January 29, 2021. He was born September 4, 1961 in Gaston County to the late Delmes Bradshaw and Carolyn Crook Eller.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Vickie Phillips; and brother, Delmes Bradshaw Jr.

Left to...

Jan 29, 2021

Coach Calvin Briggs Albright, 64, passed away at Atrium Health, Lincolnton on Friday, January 29, 2021. He was born December 27, 1956 in Gaston County to Clyde Adolphus Albright and Doris Briggs Albright.

Calvin was a beloved retired coach and teacher from Bessemer City High School. He loved his family, friends, students, and his community. Of all...

Jan 28, 2021

Betty Lois Bradley Wyont, 82, passed away at Caromont Regional Medical Center on Thursday, January 28, 2021. She was born March 8, 1938 in Gaston County to the late Norman and Ora Ruth Heafner Bradley.

Betty was a member of Puett United Methodist Church. She was a leader in the church and held many offices...

Jan 23, 2021

Major John P. (Pat) Starnes, 89, passed away at CaroMont Regional Medical Center on Saturday, January 23, 2021. He was born August 30, 1931 in Gaston County to the late Mack Kal and Chloe Payne Starnes.

He was preceded in death by his wife Dianne Rhyne Starnes; brother Harry Starnes; sisters Betty Starnes Shubert and Maxella Starnes....

Jan 21, 2021

Becky Howell Burr, 70, went to her Heavenly home at CaroMont Regional Medical Center on Thursday, January 21, 2021. She was born February 2, 1950 in Gaston County to the late Willie James Howell and Susan Carpenter Howell Mercer.

Becky loved the Lord and her family, especially her grandchildren. Becky raised her children while opening...

Jan 10, 2021

Mary Ruth Dixon, 88, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Chatsworth, Ga on October 2, 1932 to the late Thomas and Flora Best Cantrell.

She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 68 years, Herbert L. Dixon, Sr.

Left to cherish her memories are her...

Jan 9, 2021

Robert Eugene Clouse, 83, of Carolina Care, Cherryville passed away at CaroMont Regional Medical Center on Saturday, January 9, 2021. He was born April 29, 1937 to the late Guy and Valeria Davis Clouse.

Robert was a member of First Baptist Church, Bessemer City, and he was retired from Carolina Freight, Cherryville. He formerly worked at Southern...

Jan 9, 2021

Wesley Alfred Croft, 50, passed away at home on Saturday, January 9, 2021. He was born July 21, 1970 in Gaston County to Alfred Jerry Croft, Jr., and the late Pearl Cook Croft.

He was preceded in death by grandparents Otis and Novella Cook, Alfred Jerry Croft, Sr. and Bessie Bell Croft, Kermit Hutchins, Sr., and Margie...

Jan 5, 2021

Darryl Matthew Elrod, 31, of Bessemer City, NC dearest Son and loving father, passed away on Monday January 5th, 2021 at home. He was born on April 29th,1989 in Gaston County.

He was a natural born athlete and daredevil and enjoyed snowboarding and water sports. He was an avid Panthers fan, video gamer and also loved music...

Jan 3, 2021

Carl Everette Carpenter, 91, passed away at CaroMont Regional Medical Center on Sunday, January 3, 2021. He was born October 28, 1929 in Gaston County to the late Everette Roosevelt Carpenter and Bessie Wilson Carpenter.

Carl was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Virginia “Jenny” Bates Carpenter; sons, Danny Carpenter; Gary Carpenter; daughter, Amelia Carpenter Brooks;...

Jan 1, 2021

Tommy Eugene Hall, Sr., 65, of Kings Mountain, passed away at Testa Hospice House on August 5, 2021. He was born August 29, 1955, in Gaston County to the late Stanley David and Elsie Lee Hall.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Judy “Boots” Day; brother, Jerry D...

Jan 1, 2021

Gerald Leon Spidel, 64, of Mt. Holly, passed away at CaroMont Regional Medical Center on November 21, 2021. He was born October 27, 1957, in Mecklenburg County, to the late Harry “Butch” E. and Joanne Grove Spidel.

Gerald retired from Crown Lift Trucks after 25 years of service. He enjoyed playing music with special friends, fishing, NASCAR racing,...

Jan 1, 2021

Rev. John Gilreath, 77, went home to be with the Lord at home on Thursday, April 8, 2021. He was born May 28, 1943 in Gaston County to the late Billy and Maggie Gilreath.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mae Bell Wooten Gilreath; sons, Jerry and John Gilreath; granddaughter Amber Ashley Adams; siblings, Jim,...

Dec 30, 2020

Ronnie Marion Callahan, 72, passed away at Atrium Health Shelby on Wednesday, December 30, 2020. He was born February 3, 1948 in Gaston County to the late Wroaten Marion and Beatrice Costner Callahan.

Ronnie was Retired from the United States Navy after 22 years of service.

Left to cherish his memory...

Dec 30, 2020

Brenda Grice Hicks, 74, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Peak Resources Gastonia. She was born September 5, 1946 in New Castle County, Delaware to the late Leon Vanford and Mary Tanner Grice.

Brenda was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Thurmond Aaron Hicks, Sr.; brothers William and Richard Grice.

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Dec 26, 2020

Clyde John Costner, 94, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2020, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.

He was born December 25, 1926, in Gaston County, to the late William Lewis and Susan Mitchem Costner.

Clyde currently attended New Life Baptist Church, former member of the Bessemer City Church of God and a longtime member of...

Dec 26, 2020

Herman Jack Stewart, 80, passed away at Brian Center, Lincolnton on Saturday, December 26, 2020. He was born December 28, 1939  in Habersham County, Georgia to the late Virgil and Effie Stewart.

Left to cherish his memories are his daughter, Tina Kennedy and husband Jesse; grandchildren, Andrew Loftin, Megan Salyer and husband Blake; sisters, Sue...

Dec 22, 2020

Shirley Mae Helton Caudle, 77, passed away at home on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. She was born May 23, 1943 in Catawba County to the late Ray Clyde Helton and Bertha Spake.

She was preceded in death by her son Randy Warren Watts; stepdaughter Regina Jones; and siblings Betty Shook, RC Helton Jr., Johnny Helton,...

Dec 22, 2020

Margaret Jo Haney Badger, 65, passed away at home on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. She was born March 18, 1955 in Gaston County to the late Daniel Elijah and Mary Lou Lane Haney.

She was preceded in death by her siblings Frances Cole, Danny Haney, Beulah Dowdy, Jenny Sue Clark, and Tonya Daniels.

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Dec 21, 2020

Paul Alan Routhier, 52, passed away at Atrium Health Lincolnton on Monday, December 21, 2020. He was born September 13, 1968 in Gaston County to Barbara Beattie Routhier and the late “Al” Joseph Routhier, Sr.

Paul was employed by Freightliner, Gastonia. He loved his family, hunting and fishing. He enjoyed watching drag racing, especially late...