Area Obituaries
Kayla Edith Smarowsky
Kayla Edith Smarowsky, 33, of Statesville, passed away on January 13, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center after an extended illness. Kayla was born May 16, 1989, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, to the late Albert John Smarowsky Jr. and Catherine Malick Triplett of Statesville. She was a manager in the food service industry. Survivors include Kayla’s mom,…
Read MoreLaura Williams Walker
Laura Williams Walker, 45, of Hudson, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at her home. Laura was born June 20, 1977, in Catawba County, the daughter of Harold Williams and Joyce Teague Williams. Laura had a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from East Carolina University. She was a member of Tri-City Baptist Church in Conover.…
Read MoreRalph Ernest Miller
Ralph Ernest Miller, 90, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Ralph was born November 16, 1932, in Catawba County, the son of the late Garland Miller and Anna Lail Miller. He was a US Army veteran who served during the Korean Conflict. Ralph was co-owner of Friendship…
Read MoreMary Kay Keller
Mary Kay Keller, 41, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, in Alexander County. Mary was born May 15, 1981, in Denver, the daughter of Katherine Kay Elder Price and the late Henry Lee Price. She was a sewing room supervisor for Huntington House and was of the Baptist faith. Mary loved…
Read MoreDoris Elizabeth Bowman St. Clair
Doris Elizabeth Bowman St. Clair, 75, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023, in Wilkes County. She was born on Saturday, June 7, 1947, in Catawba County, to the late Garfield E. Bowman and Katherine Best Bowman. She was a 1965 graduate of Taylorsville High School. Mrs. St. Clair worked in the cafeteria at East Alexander…
Read MoreCharles “Chucky” Baker
Charles “Chucky” Baker, 60, of Taylorsville, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023, at Atrium Health-Monroe. He was born July 22, 1962, in Alexander County, the son of the late Pete Tate Baker and Maggie Pennell Baker. He worked in the furniture industry and was a member of the Hiddenite Church of God. He enjoyed…
Read MoreLisa Hollifield Bigelow
Lisa Hollifield Bigelow, 59, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 8, 2023, at her home. Lisa was born March 11, 1963, in Iredell County, the daughter of David L. Hollifield and the late Mary Louise Elliott Hollifield. She attended Charleston Southern University and also graduated from Caldwell Technical College with a Culinary Degree.…
Read MoreRuby Mae Ham Leonard
Ruby Mae Ham Leonard, 84, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, in Iredell County. She was born on August 12, 1938, in Iredell County, to the late Rome Lee and Etta Mae Head Ham. Mrs. Leonard was a member of Christian Fellowship Church. Those left to cherish the memories of Ruby include her son, Junior…
Read MoreDoris Grohman Robinette
Doris Grohman Robinette, 85, of Statesville, passed away on January 7, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House after an extended illness. She was born April 21, 1937, in Mecklenburg County, to the late Theodore Keziah and Lucille Biggers Keziah. She worked in the cosmetic industry and was a member of Stony Point Baptist Church. Survivors include…
Read MoreMattie Sue McRary Connolly
Mattie Sue McRary Connolly, 91, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023, in Catawba County. She was born on September 23, 1931, in Caldwell County, to the late Joseph Green and Eva Sherrill McRary. Mattie was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a faithful member of Berryhill Baptist Church while she lived in Charlotte.…
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