Heidi Joanna Mundy
Heidi Joanna Mundy, (Joanna, meaning God is Gracious) went to her heavenly home as an infant on Thursday, July 20, 2023, in the arms of her parents, while her family and church family faithfully prayed. Ms. Heidi was preceded in death by her maternal great-grandmother, Julia Icenhour; paternal great-grandmother, Sandra Mundy; and her great-aunt, Janie…
Read MoreConcert with Shake Down July 22 downtown
The Hiddenite Arts and Heritage Center’s Summer on the Square concert series will present the band Shake Down on Saturday, July 22, at 7 p.m. Shake Down is a local favorite featuring a five-piece variety band. Band members perform popular songs from the past and the present. Band members are known for their beach, shag,…
Read MoreCounty to employ special paramedic for overdoses
The Alexander County Board of Commissioners heard a report on the NC Opioid Settlement Funding from David Moose, Compliance and Procurement Specialist, at their meeting on Monday, July 17, 2023. Moose said that in July 2021, NC Attorney General Josh Stein announced a settlement agreement concerning litigation against several pharmaceutical distributors and manufacturers for their…
Read MoreFlood waters claim woman’s life
A Hickory woman died after being swept away by a rain swollen creek in the Ellendale Community over the weekend, according to Sheriff Chad Pennell. On Saturday, July 15, 2023, at around 11:27 p.m., the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office, Ellendale Fire Department, Alexander County EMS, Alexander County Rescue squad were dispatched to the 1300 block…
Read MoreBobby Jean Dyson Miller
Bobby Jean Dyson Miller, 85, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, in Forsyth County. She was born to the late O.C. and Julie Barnes Dyson on Friday, March 18, 1938, in Alexander County. During her working career, Bobby worked as a sewer for Carolina Glove for over 40 years. Mrs. Miller was a member…
Read MoreScotty Eugene Shoemaker Sr.
Scotty Eugene Shoemaker Sr., 55, of Statesville, passed away on July 17, 2023, after an extended illness at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Scotty was born December 14, 1967, in Iredell County, to the late Haskell Eugene Shoemaker and Carolyn Cook Shoemaker of the home. Scotty was a logger and of the Baptist faith. Survivors…
Read MoreLisa Michelle Starnes Riahi
Lisa Michelle Starnes Riahi, 49, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023, in Alexander County. She was born to Leroy Starnes Jr. and Dini Williams Smith on Friday, August 17, 1973, in Catawba County. Mrs. Riahi worked as a cable and fiber inspector for Legrand. She was of the Baptist faith. Those left to cherish…
Read MoreUel Ray Reynolds
Uel Ray Reynolds, 85, of Hickory, passed away on July 16, 2023, after an extended illness at Carolina Caring Hospice in Newton. Ray was born October 7, 1937, in Plainfield, New Jersey, to the late Uel Reynolds Sr. and Bertha Jackson. Ray worked as a car detailer. Survivors include Ray’s wife of 23 years, Joyce…
Read MoreWilliam “Willy” Pierce Cook
William “Willy” Pierce Cook, 76, of Taylorsville, passed away on July 16, 2023, at his home after an extended illness. Willy was born September 14, 1946, in Raleigh County, West Virginia, to the late Darl Cook Sr. and Beulah Payatt Cook. Willy was a furniture worker and of the Baptist faith. Those left to cherish…
Read MoreRicki “Rikki” Shelton McConnell
Ricki “Rikki” Shelton McConnell, 64, from Asheboro, formally of Gainesville, Florida, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2023, at her home following a lengthy illness. Rikki was born May 31, 1959, in Randolph County, the daughter of Sylvia Hogan Shelton and the late Banner Shelton. She was of the Christian faith. In addition to her…
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