Janie Barnes Seaford Summers
Janie Barnes Seaford Summers, 90, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023, in Statesville. She was born on August 30, 1933, in Taylorsville, to the late Howard and Cora Barnes. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, John C. Seaford; second husband, Gene A. Summers; brother, James (Sonny) Barnes; and sisters, Evelyn…
Read MoreRicky Ray Barnes Sr.
Ricky Ray Barnes Sr., 57, of Stony Point, passed away September 6, 2023, at Catawba Valley Medical Center after an extended illness. Ricky was born November 16, 1965, in Alexander County, to the late Kenneth Ray Barnes and Willie White Barnes of Stony Point. Ricky was a furniture worker. Those left to cherish his memory…
Read MoreYoung, old-time musician Robbie Herman
By MICAH HENRY Ellendale Community resident Robbie Herman has come a long way from the little plywood guitar he banged on as a boy. Turning 20 this month, the young musician is quickly becoming an accomplished old-time banjo and guitar player and is learning the fiddle, too. Recently, Robbie and his dad, Gary Herman, sat…
Read MoreAlexander County Govt. provides project updates
Alexander County Government is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its citizens through infrastructure development, park improvements, planning and development activities, economic development opportunities, and more, according to a press release. “Alexander County has a lot of great things that are in the works,” said Marty Pennell, Chairman of the Alexander County Board…
Read MoreGarry Ray Cloer
Garry Ray Cloer, 56, of Stony Point, passed away unexpectedly on September 5, 2023. Garry was born April 30, 1967, in Iredell County, to the late Robert Lee Cloer and Florence Pennell Cloer. He worked as a furniture stager and was of the Presbyterian faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death…
Read MoreJohn Wesley Mitchell, Jr.
John Wesley Mitchell, Jr., 58, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at his home. John was born September 25, 1964, in Iredell County, the son of the late John Wesley Mitchell, Sr. and Wanda Jean Revels Mitchell. John detailed cars for Steve White Motors and several other occupations. He was of the…
Read MoreChatsie William Barnes
Chatsie William Barnes, 80, of Taylorsville, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023, at Sherrills Ford Hospice House. Chatsie was born on June 16, 1943, in Alexander County, the son of the late June Barnes and Hessie Howell Barnes. He worked as a saw miller for most of his working career and was of the…
Read MoreMartha Lucille Hubbard Brittain
Martha Lucille Hubbard Brittain, 84, of Taylorsville, passed away on September 3, 2023, at her home after declining health. Martha was born December 26, 1938, in Alexander County, to the late Anson Laws and Pearle Mae Hubbard. Martha was a furniture worker and a member of Victory Baptist Church in Taylorsville. In addition to her…
Read MoreJunior Allen Herman
Junior Allen Herman, 62, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 3, 2023, at Accordius Health of Wilkesboro. Junior was born February 14, 1961, in Alexander County, to the late William Junior Herman and Lizzy Geraldine Daniels Herman. Junior was a bus driver and Teacher Assistant at Taylorsville Elementary School for 30 years and…
Read MoreRay Earp
Ray Earp, 79, of Taylorsville, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023, at his home. Ray was born October 21, 1943, in Alexander County, the son of the late Sid Earp and Kathleen Fortner Earp. Ray worked as a supervisor at Conover Chair and Dowell Craft Furniture for over 42 years. He was a faithful…
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