OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Taylorsville, NC Area.

Carolyn Sue Hinshaw Rogers

Carolyn Sue Hinshaw Rogers

Jun 1, 2024

Carolyn Sue Hinshaw Rogers, age 80, a dedicated educator who retired from teaching with Alexander County Schools and also owned and ran United Variety Store, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Alexander County. She was born on Thursday, November 18, 1943, in West Virginia to the late L.M. and Sarah Hinshaw.

Carolyn's passion for education...

Carolyn Ann Price Fox

Carolyn Ann Price Fox

May 31, 2024

Carolyn Ann Price Fox, age 77, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Alexander County on Friday, May 31, 2024. She was born on Monday, November 25, 1946, to the late Levi Franklin and Cleo Bowman Price in Alexander County. Carolyn was a woman who valued her family above all else, always cherishing the time spent with her loved ones. Her...

Dorothy Elizabeth Surles Feimster

Dorothy Elizabeth Surles Feimster

May 25, 2024

Dorothy Elizabeth Surles Feimster, affectionately known as "Dottie," age 89, left her earthly home on Saturday, May 25, 2024, in Forsyth County. She was born on Friday, January 4, 1935, to the late Joe Ennis and Adner Surles in Johnston County. Dottie lived a life filled with love, resilience, and dedication to her family. Dorothy's journey began with early hardships as...

Joy Dawn Smith Pennell

Joy Dawn Smith Pennell

May 24, 2024

Joy Dawn Smith Pennell, age 74, known for her kind heart and dedication to caring for others, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 24, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Caldwell County. Joy was born on Friday, August 12, 1949, to the late Coy and Elizabeth Smith in Caldwell County. Joy's life was defined by her love for family and her...

Christy Renee Deal Hamby

Christy Renee Deal Hamby

May 24, 2024

Christy Renee Deal Hamby, age 51, beloved wife, mother, Lolly, and friend, passed unexpectedly at her home in Alexander County on Friday, May 24, 2024. She was known for her warm smile, and her innate ability to embrace everyone with open arms. Christy was born on Saturday, March 17, 1973, in Alexander County to the late George Deal and Linda Ensley...

Linda Marie Hamner Fuller

Linda Marie Hamner Fuller

May 18, 2024

Linda Marie Hamner Fuller, age 73, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024, in Caldwell County. She was born to the late Thomas “Clyde” Hamner and Margaret Faulk on Friday, May 26, 1950, in Memphis, TN. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Stephen Fuller. A memorial service will be held at a later date. 

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted...

Carl Swan Hand

Carl Swan Hand

May 18, 2024

Carl Swan Hand, age 87, born on Monday, March 22, 1937, in Burke County, was a man who treasured his family above all else and found immense joy in their company. His recent passing on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Taylorsville House in Alexander County has left a void in the hearts of all who knew him.

Throughout his life, Carl...

Gordon Lee Oxentine

Gordon Lee Oxentine

May 16, 2024

Gordon Lee Oxentine, age 77, a beloved husband, father, and proud veteran who dedicated his life to serving his country in the United States Army, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Catawba County. He was born on Sunday, January12, 1947, in Wilkes County. Gordon will be remembered for his deep love for his family and the joy he found...

Sean Darrel Vardell

Sean Darrel Vardell

May 11, 2024

Sean Darrel Vardell, age 38, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in Catawba County. He was born on Tuesday, February 4, 1986, in Wood County, Wisconsin. Sean was known for his passion for engineering and mechanical skills, his love for racing outlaw carts and sprint cars, his enjoyment of riding motorcycles, and being a farmer with a huge heart...

Barbara Diane Bowman Hollar

Barbara Diane Bowman Hollar

May 10, 2024

Barbara "Bob" Diane Bowman Hollar, age 78, of Taylorsville, known for her dedication to her family and her quick wit and honesty, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County. Born on September 7, 1945, to the late Prater Lee and Dora Walker Bowman, Barbara lived a fulfilling life surrounded by the love of family and friends.

In her career...

Melinda Daniels Chapman

Melinda Daniels Chapman

May 3, 2024

Melinda Daniels Chapman, a Proverbs 31 woman, has peacefully passed away at the age of 74 in Statesville, NC. She was born on November 19, 1949, to the late Lary Finley and Betsy Ross Walker Daniels. Melinda led a fulfilling life as a homemaker, wife, Christian, and caregiver for her parents. Melinda was a graduate of Taylorsville High School and...

Danny Ray Benfield

Danny Ray Benfield

May 2, 2024

Danny Ray Benfield, age 70, passed away in Catawba County at Catawba Valley Medical Center on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Born on Friday, October 2, 1953, in Catawba County, to the late Leroy and Ollie Mae Lackey Benfield. Danny was a compassionate soul known for his kind-hearted nature and willingness to help others. Throughout his life, Danny prioritized the well-being...

John Nathan Mercer

John Nathan Mercer

Apr 27, 2024

John Nathan Mercer, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many, passed away at his home in Hiddenite, North Carolina on Saturday morning, April 27, 2024. He was born on November 14, 1946, in Annapolis, Maryland to Retired Naval Captain Willoughby Mercer and Grace Harvey Mercer.

Family was everything to him, and he leaves behind a legacy of love...

Margery Edna Lowe Hubbard

Margery Edna Lowe Hubbard

Apr 26, 2024

Margery Edna Lowe Hubbard, age 89, beloved by many, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, at Westwood Hills in Wilkes County. She was born on Saturday, December 22, 1934, in Alexander County to her parents, the late Roosevelt and Blanche Deal Lowe. During her career, Margery dedicated her time as a supervisor for Carolina Glove. Her passion for nurturing...

Violet Gay Sheets Powell

Violet Gay Sheets Powell

Apr 26, 2024

Violet Gay Sheets Powell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker, passed away peacefully at her home on April 26, 2024. She was born in Wilkes County on February 15, 1928, to the late Clyde Fenton Sheets and Julia Etta Dancy Sheets whose legacy she carried with grace throughout her lifetime. Gay was a woman of strong family values, finding joy...

Connie Mack Deal

Connie Mack Deal

Apr 22, 2024

Connie Mack Deal, age 85, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on Monday, April 22, 2024. Born on Thursday, July 7, 1938, in Alexander County, Connie was a proud veteran who served his country in the United States Army. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Connie will be...

Barbara Jean Jackson

Barbara Jean Jackson

Apr 21, 2024

Barbara Jean Jackson, age 78, was born on Saturday, October 27, 1945, in Savannah, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the Valley Nursing Center in Alexander County. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Barbara was known for her love of family and cherished spending time with her loved ones. Her warm smile and caring...

Virginia Lou Green Bentley

Virginia Lou Green Bentley

Apr 17, 2024

Virginia Lou Bentley, age 76, was born on Thursday, March 11, 1948, peacefully passed away in Caldwell County on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. She was known for her dedication and hard work during her career, where she served in housekeeping at Valley Nursing Center and as a sewer in the furniture industry. Virginia was a member of Mt. Ridge Baptist...

Rickie Jay Burgess

Rickie Jay Burgess

Apr 14, 2024

Rickie Jay Burgess, age 70, a beloved member of the Hiddenite community, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Atrium Health Pineville in Mecklenburg County. He was born in Iredell County on Sunday, March 28, 1954, to his proud parents, Lillie Blankenship Burgess and the late J.C. Burgess. Throughout his life, Rickie cultivated a deep love for his family and friends....

Tommy Edward Southard

Tommy Edward Southard

Apr 12, 2024

 Tommy Edward Southard, age 64, passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2024. Born on September 15, 1959, in Catawba County, to the late Shirley Hampton and Bernice Inez Carrigan Southard. He lived a life filled with a deep passion for his work and a love for old cars, from selling them to fixing them up. Tommy worked at Craftmaster for...

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