Jackie Helton
Jackie Helton, 69, of Hickory, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022, at Carolina Caring. Jackie was born on Sunday, September 28, 1952, in Caldwell County, to the late Thad C. Annas and Ruth Hollar Annas. Those left to celebrate the life of Jackie include two sons, Neel Helton of Grace Chapel, and Todd Helton…
Read MoreMelvin Napoleon King
Melvin Napoleon King, 67, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. He was born in Catawba County, the son of the late John Henry and Edna Marie King. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Valerie, and three brothers, Jerry, Michael, and John Henry. Melvin worked…
Read MoreDixie Propst Houston
Dixie Propst Houston, 82, of Statesville, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at the home. She was born on October 10, 1939, in Catawba County, to the late Marion Oscar Odom and Lela Boone Richardson Odom. Dixie was a member at Southern Missionary Baptist Church in Taylorsville. She worked at West Iredell High…
Read MoreBrenda Austin Childers
Brenda Austin Childers, 77, of Taylorsville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Brenda was born on September 29, 1944, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Wilma Milstead Keller. She was a Cosmologist and a Cosmetology instructor and of the Presbyterian faith. She…
Read MoreSnow, low wind chills expected Jan. 28-29
Between one and two inches of snow are expected to fall in Alexander County on Friday, January 28, and into Saturday, January 29, 2022, according to the National Weather Service. Gusty winds and low wind chills are expected as well.
Read MorePoultry owners cautioned: Protect your birds from virus
By Allison Brown, Director, Alexander County Cooperative Extension High Path Avian Influenza has now been confirmed in 53 wild waterfowl in Hyde County, Pamlico/Beaufort County and Bladen County. “Wild birds can carry this virus asymptomatically and potentially spread it to domestic poultry,” said State Veterinarian Mike Martin. “We strongly encourage all poultry owners to follow…
Read MoreBeverly C. Haymaker
Beverly C. Haymaker, 78, of Stony Point, passed away on January 28, 2022, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was born on July 6, 1943, to the late Annie Mae Harrell Cooke and Todd O. Cooke. Beverly grew up in Hampton, Virginia. She is survived by her husband, Earl Haymaker; son, Brian Haymaker; and brother,…
Read MoreGail Eddleman Hatley Coker
Gail Eddleman Hatley Coker, 80, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loved ones, after a long-term illness. A funeral service is scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 31, 2022, at Lady’s Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Mike Roper will officiate. Interment will follow at Carolina Memorial Park…
Read MoreJoseph Anthony Civitarese, Jr.
Joseph Anthony Civitarese, Jr., 65, of Mooresville, died Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte. Born in Hackensack, New Jersey on February 26, 1956, he was a son of the late Joseph Anthony Civitarese, Sr., and Loretta Iaciofano Civitarese. Joe enjoyed restoring and working on cars, auto racing, travel and was a New…
Read MoreRobert Wade
Robert Wade, 83, of Granite Falls, passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at his home following a brief illness. Robert was born September 16, 1938, in Whitesville, West Virginia, the son of the late Marion Earl Wade and Barbara Workman Wade Brown. Robert worked for many years as a mechanic in the automobile industry…
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