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Kevin Graham Potts, age 50, a beloved member of the community, was born on Sunday, August 4, 1974, in Forsyth County. He passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Kevin was a dedicated worker at Smith Setzer and Sons, where he took great pride in the work he accomplished.
Kevin had a profound love...
Judy Carolyn Teague, age 73, a beloved member of her family and community, peacefully passed away at her home in Alexander County on Monday, February 17, 2025. She was born on Monday, February 11, 1952, in Catawba County.
Judy cherished her relationships with her great-nieces and great-nephews. Her heart was filled with love for her immediate family, which included her nephews,...
Ronnie Lee Barnes, age 68, born on Sunday, March 4, 1956, in Ashe County, peacefully passed away at his home in Alexander County on Saturday, February 8, 2025. A supervisor at Schneider Mills, Ronnie exemplified commitment and hard work throughout his career, earning the respect of both peers and employees.
Ronnie was a cherished member of East Taylorsville Baptist Church, where...
Marie Deal Childers, age 92 of Taylorsville went to her heavenly home February 8, 2025. She was born to the late Irvin and Mattie Lowe Deal on a snowy day in the Mt. Olive Community of Alexander County on Tuesday January 31, 1933.
She was the eldest member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, where she was a former choir leader, custodian,...
Stephanie Anne Felkel Johnson, age 76, born April 28, 1948, in Wilkes County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, at Woltz Hospice House in Surry County.
Stephanie worked several years in the retail industry. Her hobbies included floral design and crafting. She was affectionately known as “Mimi” to her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Stephanie is survived by her daughters,...
Harold James Gwaltney, age 83, a beloved member of his family and community, was born on Saturday, December 27, 1941, in Alexander County. He passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Abernathy Laurels in Catawba County, leaving behind a legacy filled with laughter and love.
James was a man who adored a good joke and took pleasure in playing light-hearted...
James “Paulie” Miller Sr., age 73, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Iredell County. He was born on Saturday, March 3, 1951, in Statesville to Paul M. Miller and Helen Miller Miller and grew up on West Front Street.
Paulie was of the Christian faith and was a lifelong member of Sharon Lutheran Church of Statesville....
Donald Robert Nance, age 85, a beloved figure in his community, was born on July 19, 1939, in Catawba County. He passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. Don was a man of faith, having been a former deacon at Bethlehem Baptist Church.
Throughout his life, Don was known for his devotion to his family,...
John Wayne Connolly, age 79, born on March 15, 1945, in Alexander County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on February 5, 2025.
John proudly served his country in the United States Army and was Vietnam Veteran, a commitment that exemplified his dedication to others and his country. His military service was a testament to his...
Faye Alice Burner, a distinguished lawyer and dedicated advocate for families in need, passed away at her home in Alexander County on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on Tuesday, August 30, 1955, in Duval, Florida, Faye lived a life marked by commitment, compassion, and service to others.
Faye pursued her law degree at the University of...
Betty Lou Stansel Bumgarner, age 85, born on Tuesday, May 2, 1939, in Cleveland County, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. A member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church, Betty embodied the values of love and service that characterized her life.
Betty was a beloved mother to her children, Rita Bumgarner, Rex Bumgarner (Karen),...
Gladys Roberta Mayhew Vermillion, affectionately known as "Birdie," age 80, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Iredell County. Born on Monday, August 28, 1944, in Washington, D.C., she lived a life full of warmth, love, and cherished moments with those around her.
Birdie was a devoted family member; she loved her family deeply and...
Lena Cauthen Fox, age 84, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Iredell County. Born on Monday, January 13, 1941, in Panola County, Mississippi, Lena lived a life characterized by her unwavering devotion to her family and her deep commitment to helping others.
Lena was known for her...
Richard Howard Childers, age 78, born on Friday, November 1, 1946, in Alexander County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on Monday, January 27, 2025. He lived a remarkable life, cherished by family and friends.
For over 40 years, Richard devoted his career to Broyhill Furniture, where he earned the respect of his colleagues and made...
Roy Ray Johnson, age 78, born on Tuesday, June 25, 1946, in Wilkes County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Sherrills Ford Hospice House in Catawba County. He led a life characterized by dedication, love for family, and a relentless spirit of hard work.
Roy had a fruitful career, having retired from Lowe's Hardware before embarking...
Kendra Brooke McDaniel, age 31, was born on October 29, 1993, in Chesapeake, Virginia, she graced this world with her vibrant spirit until her unexpected passing at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center on January 25, 2025. At the time of her passing, Kendra resided in Hiddenite, North Carolina, where she created a loving home with her significant other, Darren Nunnery...
Mary Ellen Terry Willis, age 88, a beloved figure in her community, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Catawba County. Born on Wednesday, November 25, 1936, in Cleveland County, she brought joy and warmth to those around her throughout her life.
Mary was cherished for her deep love of family. She truly treasured the...
Judy Walker Stewart passed away peacefully on Saturday January 25th, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville NC, after a period of declining health. She was born in Iredell County, NC on April 24, 1947, to parents Jay Phillip Walker and Edith Redmond Walker.
Judy spent her life working in the Statesville area, most recently at Statesville Auto Auction. When she...
Elaine Marie Smith born March 2, 1951, in Berkeley, CA transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on January 24, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Elaine retired from Alexander County Schools Food Nutrition where she loved her coworkers and the children she served. She will be remembered for her quick wit, tenacity, and selflessness, along with her love for food and cooking.
She...
Gerald Thomas Russell, age 79, a beloved member of his family, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Wilkes Medical Center in Wilkes County. He was born on Saturday, August 18, 1945, in Wilkes County, where he spent his early years and that laid the foundation for his life.
During his working career, Gerald served as a fabric handler...