Area Obituaries
Mack Fish
Mack Fish, 75, went to his heavenly home while surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Mack was born September 10, 1948, in Harnett County, the son of the late Charles Sherwood and Leona “Jack” Fish. Mack will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Tina Griffin, and sisters,…
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David Earl Brewer, 76, of Hickory, passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. David was born October 9, 1947, in Wilkes County, the son of the late James Robert Brewer and Pearl Brewer. He was of the Christian faith and enjoyed working on automobiles. Those left to cherish and honor…
Read MoreJustin Lee Killian
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…
Read MoreAnnette Isora Anderson Carter
Annette Isora Anderson Carter, 62, of Statesville, passed away unexpectedly on October 12, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville. Annette was born March 2, 1961, in Iredell County, to the late Lonnie James Anderson and Margret Campbell Anderson. Those left to cherish her memory include a son, Tony Anderson of Hickory, and a brother,…
Read MoreJackie Dale Blankenship
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…
Read MoreHenry Ray Benfield
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…
Read MoreColene Bowman
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,…
Read MoreJoe Edward Goodin
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…
Read MoreFremon Blankenship
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…
Read MoreAnna (Arlene) Barnett
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…
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