Area Obituaries
James Franklin Carlisle Jr.
James Franklin Carlisle Jr., 64, of Taylorsville, passed away on February 5, 2026, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory. Born on May 31, 1961, in Lenoir, to the late JoAnn McCall Carlisle Mette and James Carlisle Sr., James was a dedicated truck driver for over 42 years. Survivors include his wife, Betty Carlisle; his…
Read MoreClaude Douglas McArthur Harrington
Brother Claude Douglas McArthur Harrington has laid down his working tools. Doug was born on May 31, 1942, the 13th child of Dessie Metta Chapman Harrington and Loyd Parks Harrington. He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on February 5, 2026. Visitation for Doug will be held on Friday, February 20,…
Read MoreHilda June Beaver Houchins
Hilda June Beaver Houchins, a cherished matriarch and beloved friend, peacefully passed away on February 5, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. Born on October 18, 1933, she was a guiding light to many, embodying love, faith, and dedication in every facet of her life. Throughout her working career, Hilda served as a bookkeeper…
Read MorePhyllis Billings Frye
Phyllis Billings Frye, 90, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Gordon Hospice House. Phyllis was born on December 24, 1935, the daughter of the late Duel Billings and Annalee Fox Billings. Phyllis worked in a hosiery mill and at Frye Hospital, where she retired after 20 years of service. She was…
Read MorePaul “Fate” Hefner
Paul “Fate” Hefner, 91, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at his home. Paul was born on September 24, 1934, in Alexander County, the son of the late Hayden Hefner and Ona Lee Bowman Hefner. He was a carpenter, loved to farm, and later was the owner and operator of Heritage Frame…
Read MoreShaane Arthur Smiley
Shaane Arthur Smiley, 61, of Taylorsville, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at his home. Shaane was born June 30, 1964, in New Castle, Indiana, to Kaye Smiley and the late John Smiley. Shaane enjoyed all types of construction work. He was of the Baptist faith. Those left to cherish and honor Shaane’s memories…
Read MoreJames Arvin Carlton
James Arvin Carlton, 87, of Moravian Falls, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Piney Grove Baptist Church with Pastor Ronald Howell and Rev. Willie Jackson officiating. Burial will be in the church…
Read MoreKay Shook
Kay Shook, 72, of Taylorsville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at her home, surrounded by family, following a lengthy illness. II Timothy 4:7 (I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.) Kay was born March 16, 1953, in Iredell County, the daughter of the…
Read MoreJanice Shook Teague
Janice Shook Teague, 88, of Hickory, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. Survivors include a son, Richie (Krystal); a daughter, Angie (Shawn); a sister, Sarah Bowman; and a brother, Charles Shook. Condolences may be sent to www.alexfuneralservice.com.
Read MoreDon Grover Hatton
Don Grover Hatton, 82, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at his home. Don was born February 20, 1943, in Alexander County, the son of the late Thomas Wilson Hatton and Beatrice Pennell Hatton. Earlier in his working career, he was a sawmiller, then worked at Sipe Lumber Company and retired from…
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