Area Obituaries
Connie Revonda Crouch Blackburn
Connie Revonda Crouch Blackburn, 90, a cherished figure in her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on January 17, 2026. Born on April 7, 1935, in Alexander County, Connie lived a life full of love, dedication, and service. Throughout her working career, Connie brought her talents to Clayton Marcus and Lad…
Read MoreTerry Wayne Williamson
Terry Wayne Williamson passed away on January 16, 2026, at the Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. Born on December 30, 1952, in Gaston County, to the late Graden and Pearl Franklin Williamson. Before retiring, Terry served as a program supervisor at Alexander Correctional Institute. Survivors include his daughter, Crystal Williamson; his brother, Tim…
Read MoreLinwood Barrie Moore
Linwood Barrie Moore, 81, of Taylorsville, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at his home. Linwood was born September 7, 1944, in Wake County, the son of the late Tolley Greene Moore and Geneva Upchurch Moore. Linwood proudly served in the United States Navy. He was a member of Three Forks Baptist Church and…
Read MoreArnold Willard Kerley, Jr.
Arnold Willard Kerley, Jr., 67, born on June 28, 1958, in Essex County, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. Arnold was the owner of Quality Roofing and Siding. He was of the Christian faith. Arnold is survived by his mother and stepfather, Martha and…
Read MoreBilly Joe Huffman
Billy Joe Huffman, 65, passed away on January 15, 2026, at Comfort Cove Assisted Living in Conover. He was born on December 25, 1960, in Catawba County, to the late Shirley Huffman. During his working career, he worked for Hefner Builders. Those left to cherish the memories of Billy include his sister, Linda Star, and…
Read MoreJonna Lajean Thompson
Jonna Lajean Thompson, 73, born on February 25, 1952, in Bladen County, North Carolina, to the late Joseph and Lennie Clewis Thompson, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. Before retiring, Jonna worked as an account specialist for the Alexander County Health Department. Jonna cherished her son, Heath Burney,…
Read MoreMichael Jackson Carrigan
Michael Jackson Carrigan, 74, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Michael was born January 18, 1951, the son of the late Roy Jackson Carrigan and Vergie Christine Warren Carrigan. Michael was a truck driver for 50 years and a member of Millersville Baptist Church. The world lost a…
Read MoreJ.D. Barnes
J.D. Barnes, 81, passed away on January 12, 2026, at Wilkes Medical Center in Wilkes County. Born on November 16, 1944, in Alexander County, J.D. lived a life filled with passion, dedication, and love for his family. Throughout his working career, J.D. was known for his skills as a mechanic at Barnes Garage, where he…
Read MoreDenise Marlene Glaser
Denise Marlene Glaser, 62, of Hiddenite, passed away at Iredell Memorial Hospital after an extended illness on January 11, 2026. She was born on November 23, 1963, in Virginia to the late Judy Thomas and William Glaser. Dee was an Exceptional Children teacher’s assistant at ACHS, and loved crafting in her spare time, often making…
Read MoreMary Louise “Wheezie” Baney Young
Mary Louise “Wheezie” Baney Young, a beloved educator and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Catawba County on January 11, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on November 21, 1944, in Davidson County, Mary Louise’s life was an inspiring journey marked by her unwavering faith in God, devotion…
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