Cindy Gwaltney Wessollek
Cindy Gwaltney Wessollek, born in Alexander County on January 28, 1959, passed away on July 31, 2024, in Forsyth County, after a short battle with cancer. She was known for her career in staging for Mitchell Gold and Broyhill. She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Karl Wessollek; their daughters, Renea Stamey…
Read MorePreston Lee Ritchie
Preston Lee Ritchie, 54, of Taylorsville, courageously entered Heaven in the presence of his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Hudson. Preston was born on October 4, 1969, in Catawba County, to Dan and Carolyn Ritchie. Our sweet Preston. Our hearts are broken. For those who knew and loved…
Read MoreFire damages home, claims workshop, lumber
A fire in the Ellendale Community, in the early morning hours of Monday, July 29, 2024, damaged a home and burned an outbuilding and a large amount of lumber, according to Alexander County Deputy Fire Marshal Garrett Huffman. The outbuilding, which is the workshop of property owner Roy Cone, located at 2601 Lambert Fork Road,…
Read MoreDavid Deal
On July 31, 2024, the world lost a remarkable soul with the passing of David Deal in Iredell County. Born on August 27, 1961, in the same county he cherished throughout his life, David’s journey came to an unexpected end. David dedicated over four decades of his life as a Sewing Machine Mechanic. A Christian…
Read MoreCynthia (Cindy) Dawn Hayes McKee
Cynthia (Cindy) Dawn Hayes McKee, 55, of Burlington, formerly of Taylorsville, passed away at Beacon Place, Greensboro, on July 29, 2024. Born June 29, 1969, to the late Glenn Hayes and Hazel Andrews Hayes Smith, of Taylorsville, Cynthia was a member of Viewmont Baptist Church but attended First Baptist Church of Elon. She retired, in…
Read MoreKelly Wayne Moose
Kelly Wayne Moose was born on March 20, 1953, in Iredell County, to Nadine Hepler Moose and the late Bevridge (Buddy) Moose. He died on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at home after an extended illness. He graduated from Alexander Central High School. After high school, he became a Master Electrician until retirement. Kelly was baptized…
Read MoreLuther Stocks
Luther Stocks, 79, of Taylorsville, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at The Taylorsville House. Luther was born on May 28, 1945, the son of the late James Stocks and Ruby Warren Stocks. He proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era and was a faithful member of Taylorsville Church…
Read MoreLois Inez Sigmon Teague
Lois Inez Sigmon Teague, a beloved member of the community, passed away on July 27, 2024, in Alexander County. She was born on September 7, 1937, in Alexander County, to her loving parents, Ralph Ferman Sigmon and Ruby Ilena Johnson Sigmon. Lois was a remarkable woman who, alongside her husband, owned Windy City Jewelers for…
Read MorePamela Sigmon
Pamela Sigmon, 55, of Davie County, passed away unexpectedly on July 26, 2024, at her residence. She was born October 12, 1968, in Geneva, Virginia, to the late Harve Hartford and Helen Rigsby Hartford. Survivors include her daughter, Natalie Sigmon. Services will be announced at a later date. Chapman Funeral Home is serving the Sigmon…
Read MoreLocal man travels to Spain, takes part in Running of the Bulls
Mike Harrison, of the Ellendale Community, recently fulfilled a long-time dream when he traveled to Spain to experience the Festival of San Fermin. Since 1591, the week-long celebration has been held in the City of Pamplona to venerate the martyrdom of St. Fermin. Fermin is said to have been arrested and condemned to death by…
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