Larry Dale Sheets
Larry Dale Sheets, 63, born on Tuesday, June 28, 1960, in Audrain County, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 17, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Catawba County. Those left to cherish and honor Larry’s memory include his wife of 24 years, Pamela “Denise” Sheets; his children, April Smith, Logan Sheets, and Josh…
Read MoreTerry Lee Harrington
Terry Lee Harrington, 71, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 17, 2024. Terry was born on April 14, 1953, in Alexander County, to Crafton and Genieve Harrington. He worked at Clayton-Marcus Furniture for many years and was retired from Paladin Furniture. Terry was a member of the Katie Mullis Sunday School class at Little River…
Read MoreJoe Thomas Little
Joe Thomas Little, 75, of Statesville, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 17, 2024, at his home. Joe was born October 3, 1948, in Iredell County, to the late Edward “Ed” Dean Little and Flossie Warren Little. Joe served in Vietnam as a Sergeant in the United States Army. He received multiple medals for his…
Read MoreMabel Clorene Bowles Grant
Mabel Clorene Bowles Grant, 92, born on Sunday, March 27, 1932, in Alexander County, was a beloved soul who touched the lives of many with her kindness and devotion. She passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at Valley Nursing Center in Alexander County. Mabel’s life was a tapestry of love and togetherness. She excelled…
Read MoreRichard “Bug” Estes
Richard “Bug” Estes, 52, of Olin, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. He was born July 26, 1971, in Iredell County, the son of Darlene Lee Inscoe Estes and the late Fred Lee Estes, Sr. His working career consisted of landscaping and poultry farming. He was a member…
Read MoreLynn Doris Dyson
Lynn Doris Dyson, who was the oldest child of the late Luther and Ruby Grant Dyson, died on June 16, 2024. He was married to the late Dorcas Brookshire, who passed away on February 23, 2021. Surviving are their children, Gerald and wife Jeanette of Statesville and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Gigi D. Johnston and…
Read MoreTown Council to meet June 17 & 18
A Special Called Meeting of the Taylorsville Town Council on Monday, June 17, 2024, will precede the scheduled June 18 meeting on the Town Budget and other matters. The meeting on June 17 will be a Closed Session as permitted by N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(6) to discuss applicants for the Town Manager position. The agendas for…
Read MoreJosephine Adams Millsaps
Josephine Adams Millsaps, 90, of Hiddenite, passed away on June 13, 2024, at her home after an extended illness. Josephine was born September 5, 1933, in Alexander County, to the late Charlie Harvey Adams and Florence Mayberry Adams. She was a housewife and a member of Fairview Baptist Church. Josephine loved her family and enjoyed…
Read MoreCarol Jane Reid O’Brien
Carol Jane Reid O’Brien, 58, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024, at her home in Caldwell County. She was born on October 25, 1965, in Catawba County. Carol touched the lives of many and will be remembered for the joy she found in spending time with her children and granddaughter, creating cherished memories that…
Read MoreJuneteenth Celebration is June 15
Alexander County will hold its Second Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15, from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. at the Alexander County Courthouse Park, 101 West Main Avenue, in Taylorsville. Rev. Sterling Howard, President of Alexander County NAACP branch, will be the Master Of Ceremony 12 – 4 p.m. Reverend Macy Jones will serve as…
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