Roger “RC” Craig Foster
On Saturday, February 25, 2023, beloved tattoo artist, husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, Roger “RC” Craig Foster, of Taylorsville, passed away at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Roger was in good spirits and kept everyone who visited laughing, despite the circumstances. Thanks to the hospitality of Gordon staff, Roger was able to share one…
Read MoreDavid Michael “Mike” Pennell
David Michael “Mike” Pennell, 71, of Taylorsville, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, February 25, 2023. He was born on October 17, 1951, the son of the late Willard James and Hattie “Pat” Harris Pennell. Mike was a member of Little River Baptist Church. He retired from a career in furniture and enjoyed…
Read MoreLouise Barnes Adams
Louise Barnes Adams, 89, of Taylorsville, passed away on February 23, 2023, at Ridge Valley Nursing in Wilkesboro. Louise was born April 17, 1933, in Alexander County, to the late Nellie Edna Barnes. Louise was a retired owner-operator of a daycare center. Louise was a lifelong member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Taylorsville.…
Read MoreJoyce Romania Lowe St. Clair
Joyce Romania Lowe St. Clair, 92, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. She was born to the late William Roosevelt Lowe and Blanche Deal Lowe on Tuesday, February 25, 1930, in Alexander County. During her working career, Ms. St. Clair worked at Carolina Glove Mill. Joyce was a member…
Read MoreDelois Johnson
Delois Johnson, 77, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at her home. Delois was born January 18, 1946, in Caldwell County, the daughter of the late Roby Starnes and Bessie Monday Starnes. She was of the Christian faith and loved sewing, was an avid gardener and enjoyed her flowers. She loved to…
Read MoreCommissioners, fire leaders discuss training facility
At a special meeting on Thursday, February 16, 2023, the Alexander County Board of Commissioners met with leaders of the county’s volunteer fire departments. The main topic of discussion was the location and construction of a training facility for emergency services personnel. At the board’s February 6th meeting, Fire Marshal Mark Earle presented a proposal…
Read MoreTown Council hears revaluation forecast
By MICAH HENRY The Taylorsville Town Council met twice in the past week, first on Wednesday, morning, February 15, 2023, for a work session, and again on Monday morning, February 20, for a special called meeting. Town Public Works Manager Aaron Wike told The Times on Tuesday that the Council heard figures from the 2023…
Read MoreThe Bridge Community links needs, resources
By ANGELA FARR KING There seems to be no boundaries for the energy of Priscilla Jenkins, founder and CEO of the nonprofit organization called The Bridge Community, Inc., located in downtown Taylorsville. Mrs. Jenkins is a woman on a mission and that mission is to meet the various needs of the members of her community.…
Read MoreMargaret Jean Alexander Harding
Margaret Jean Alexander Harding passed peacefully on February 22, 2023, in Concord, at 90 years of age. She was born on April 17, 1932, to Robert and Iona Mae Alexander. Those left to cherish her memory include five children. Services are incomplete at this time. Chapman Funeral Home is serving the Harding Family.
Read MoreElizabeth “Libby” Goodin Hedrick
Elizabeth “Libby” Goodin Hedrick, 91, loving mother and grandmother, passed peacefully at Valley Nursing Center on Wednesday, February 22, 2023. She was born on August 1, 1931, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Edward Goodin and Blanche Ford Goodin. She was the heart of her family and loved everyone she met. Her smile…
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