Obituaries

Jan 23, 2025

Julia Grace Durham

November 26, 1957 - January 23, 2025

Julie Durham died peacefully on January 23 at CaroMont Hospital in Gastonia, NC. Although she faced physical challenges throughout her life, Julie always kept a cheerful spirit, warm heart and sense of humor that delighted everyone she knew.  She was especially loved by - and...

Jan 23, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Sherman Dewayne Clemons

Sherman Dewayne Clemons, 83, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025 at his home. He was born July 10, 1941 in Monroe County, AR, son of the late George Nelson and Etta Lee Catlet Clemons and was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Patsy Clemons,...

Jan 23, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Charles Edward Lynn

Charles Edward Lynn, 75, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 23, 2025 at The Greens in Lincolnton, NC. He was born October 28, 1949 in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Roy L. Lynn and Louise Jonas Lynn. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced...

Jan 21, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Randall "Randy" Keith Hayes

Randall "Randy" Keith Hayes, 64, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 21, 2025 at Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby, NC. He was born April 7, 1960 in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Voyd Lee Hayes. He was also preceded in death by his wife,...

Jan 17, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Margaret Turner Reese

Margaret Turner Reese, 78, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 17, 2025 at Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby, NC. She was born January 30, 1946 in Spartanburg County, SC, daughter of the late Homer Ervin and Macilda Oliver Turner and was preceded in death by her husband...

Jan 17, 2025

DATELINE:  DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA Kenneth "Kenny" Dean Mauney

Kenneth "Kenny" Dean Mauney, 66, of Durham, NC, passed away on January 17, 2025 at Duke University Hospital. Born November 5, 1958 in Cleveland County, NC, he was the son of the late David Latham Mauney and Betty Short Mauney and was preceded in death by his brother, Eddie...

Jan 16, 2025

Larry Hamrick Sr Obit

Larry Dean Hamrick, Sr., 93, of Kings Mountain passed away on January 16, 2025 after a short illness. He was born May 30, 1931 in his home on Hamrick Street in Shelby, NC, the second child of the late William Harold Hamrick and Sarah Houser Hamrick. He was preceded in death by his...

Jan 16, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Dr. Donald "Bruce" Davis

Dr. Donald "Bruce" Davis, 78, of Kings Mountain, NC, went to his heavenly home on January 16, 2025 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC. Born October 26, 1946 in Cleveland County, NC, he was the son of the late Fred Davis and Sallie Carter Davis and was...

Jan 15, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Lindsay Scott Duncan

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of sweet Lindsay "Scott" Duncan, who left us too soon on January 15, 2025 at the age of 63. He was a man of few words, a beacon of kindness, and loved by all. He will be deeply missed by his family....

Jan 15, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Betty Gaddy McFarland

Betty Gaddy McFarland, 78, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 15, 2025 at home. Born May 12, 1946 in Cleveland County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Thurman Albert Gaddy and Lucy Costner Gaddy and was also preceded in death by her husband of over...

Jan 12, 2025

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Rayford Oneal Holt

Rayford Oneal Holt, 90, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 12, 2025, at his home. He was born February 21, 1934, in Marion County, AL, son of the late Selvie John and Sarah Brunes Gaut Holt and was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63...

Jan 7, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Marjorie Ann Carpenter Alexander

Marjorie Ann Carpenter Alexander, 97, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 7, 2025 at Atrium Health Kings Mountain. Born December 20, 1927 in Gaston County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Z.S. "Bub" Carpenter and Laura Elizabeth Harmon Carpenter and was preceded in death...

Jan 6, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Ann Falls Davis

Ann Falls Davis of Kings Mountain went to her heavenly home on January 6th, 2025. A native of Kings Mountain, she was born July 18, 1940 to the late Coman Franklin Falls and Lucille Cansler Falls. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband...

Jan 5, 2025

Megan Elizabeth Lavender Her wings were ready, but our hearts were not. Megan Elizabeth Lavender passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025. Born September 7,1998, she was the daughter of Jody Lavender, and Christina Lowe Lavender. Her birth, through her short journey here on this earth, is a treasured gift that will continue to be cherished. Megan was fierce,...

Jan 5, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Ronald Regis DiSabato

Ronald Regis DiSabato, 90, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 05, 2025 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. He was born December 13, 1934 in Allegheny County, PA, son of the late Nicolas and Edith D'Angelo DiSabato and was preceded in death by his wife,...

Jan 1, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Helen Alberta Childers Blanton McAbee "Snooky"

Helen Alberta Childers Blanton McAbee "Snooky", 95, a beautiful lady of many names, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 01, 2025 at Trinity Ridge Nursing Home in Hickory, NC. She was born July 8, 1929 in Cherokee County, SC, daughter of the late Albert...

Jan 1, 2025

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Jack Edward Moss

Jack Edward Moss, 91, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 1, 2025 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC, surrounded by his loving family. Born September 8, 1933 in Kings Mountain, NC, he was the son of the late Theodore and Pearl Moss and was preceded...

Jan 1, 2025

DATELINE: GROVER, NORTH CAROLINA Michael "Mike" E. Dailey

Michael "Mike" E. Dailey, 75, of Grover, NC, passed away on January 01, 2025 at his home. Born June 21, 1949 in Clarke County, GA, Mike was the son of the late Edward and Pauline Deal Dailey and was preceded in death by sisters, Sheila Diane Dailey and Sandra...

Dec 29, 2024

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA Michael William Wilson

Michael William Wilson, 61, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 29, 2024 at his home. Mike was born November 16, 1963 in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Jimmy Lewis Wilson. Mike enjoyed spending time outdoors. He loved going fishing and collecting guns. He was a...

Dec 23, 2024

Bertha Opal Crandall, age 81, passed away Monday, December 23, 2024.

She was born in Jackson County to the late Lambert Stewart and Polly Williams Stewart.  Bertha was a member of Pine Creek Baptist Church and attended Mid-View Baptist Church in King's Mountain where she had lived for many years.

She enjoyed having her nose...