Justin Lee Killian, 42, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at his home in Alexander County. He was born to Billy Killian and Faye Jonas on Tuesday, February 3, 1981, in Catawba County. Justin worked as an electrician and was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church. Justin enjoyed fishing, working on cars, and…

Jackie Dale Blankenship, 71, of Statesville, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Jackie was born February 26, 1952, in Alexander County, the son of the late Grover Blankenship and Leona Walker Blakenship. He worked for Sipe’s Wholesale for several years and then worked in the construction industry. He was of…

Henry Ray Benfield, 49, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House in Iredell County. He was born on Saturday, July 31, 1974, to Don and Retha Hill Benfield in Alexander County. Henry enjoyed working on and racing old cars and trucks. Those left to cherish the memories of Henry include his…

Colene Bowman, 91, known as “Granny” to many, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 9, 2023. She was a genuine follower of Christ and lived each day for Him. The love she had for God and His Word marked the life of everyone she encountered. If you were with her,…

Joe Edward Goodin, at 81 years old, was removed from our midst on Monday, October 9, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital, in Statesville, to take his stroll with God through heaven to join the love of his life, Linda Jane Sharpe. Joe was born on September 6, 1942, and was the youngest of three sons…

Fremon Blankenship, 86, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at his home in Alexander County. He was born to the late Byrd and Mary Owens Blankenship on Friday, April 2, 1937, in Buchanan County, Virginia. Fremon proudly served his country in the United States Army. He attended Freedom Baptist Church. He enjoyed remodeling and…

Anna (Arlene) Barnett, 83, of Taylorsville, formerly of Hickory, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 7, 2023, after a brief and unexpected illness. Services will be held at Alexander Funeral Service, 193 NC-16, Taylorsville, NC 28681 on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, her wishes are to support Hospice of…

Johnny “Papa J” Sharpe, 76, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at his home in Alexander County. He was born on Thursday, December 19, 1946, in Alexander County, the son of the late Ralph and Alta Mae Sharpe. Mr. Sharpe worked as a cabinet maker-job-coordinator at Statesville Fixtures before retiring. He was of the…

Carol Pennell Barr, 81, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at The Greens in Catawba County. She was born to the late Conley and Elsie Carson Pennell on Thursday, July 2, 1942, in Iredell County. Mrs. Barr was a member of East Taylorsville Baptist Church, she loved her Lord and her church. Carol enjoyed…