Lloyd Price Davidson
Lloyd Price Davidson, 84, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at Carolina Caring in Newton. Lloyd was born February 3, 1939, in Alexander County, the son of the late Noah Parks Davidson and Sarah Jane Auton. He had worked in the textile industry. Those left to cherish and honor his memory include…
Read MoreClifford Ferguson
Clifford Ferguson entered his heavenly home and eternal resting place on Monday, January 8, 2024. He was born Friday, June 22, 1934, to the late Floyd and Thelma Ferguson. He was a US Army veteran and retired from Bell South. On any summer day, you could find Clifford at his house in his coveralls working…
Read MoreHeather Michelle Munday Lapish
Heather Michelle Munday Lapish, 36, unexpectedly passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at her home. She was born to William Charles Munday Sr. and Michelle Bath Munday on Wednesday, January 6, 1988, in Catawba County. Heather was a 2006 graduate of Alexander Central High School. She was currently pursuing a degree in IT. She…
Read MoreHeavy rains, wind in Tuesday forecast
Alexander County Emergency Services announced the following weather information for Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024: “Alexander County remains in a Hazardous Weather Outlook, will be placed in a Flood Watch beginning at midnight tonight through Tuesday evening, and a Wind Advisory from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday. Rain totals vary from 2-4 inches with most…
Read MoreKathy Marie Rector Little
Kathy Marie Rector Little, 75, of Hiddenite, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Kathy was born September 7, 1948, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late James Foy Rector and Rachel Vera Stikeleather Rector. Kathy was the fifth child of nine. She worked…
Read MoreLinda Elder Benfield
Linda Elder Benfield, 78, of Taylorsville, entered into her eternal rest with Christ her Lord on January 8, 2024. She was born in Taylorsville, on February 27, 1945, to the late Ralph C. Elder and Alma G. Elder. Linda retired from Tyson Foods in Wilkesboro and was faithful to Calvary Baptist Church in Taylorsville, serving…
Read MoreAlexander Co. Schools plan virtual classes Tuesday due to weather
Due to the wind advisories from 10 a.m. and into the evening on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, Alexander County Schools will observe a virtual learning day for all staff and students on January 9, according to school leaders posting on Facebook. Students will receive communication from their teachers about how to access and complete assignments.…
Read MoreGene T. Moore “Mr. Clean”
Gene T. Moore “Mr. Clean,” 63, of Stony Point, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Autumn Care in Statesville. Gene was born November 30, 1960, in Iredell County, to the late Willie Caldwell and Agnes Moore. Gene proudly served in the United States Army and enjoyed cooking, raising a garden, and tending to…
Read MoreDeborah Faw Dillard
Deborah Faw Dillard, 70, of Taylorsville, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at her home. Deborah was born October 15, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of the late Jack F. Faw and Gladys Hall Swaim. She was a member of Lebanon Baptist Church. She enjoyed gospel singing and preaching. Including her parents, she…
Read MoreGina Michelle Tripp Patterson
Gina Michelle Tripp Patterson, 48, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Iredell County. She was born to Linda Hewett Tripp and the late Daughtridge Edgbert Tripp Jr. on Sunday, April 27, 1975, in New Hanover County. Mrs. Patterson enjoyed working as a landscaper, plumber, and other trades. She was…
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