Area Obituaries
William Earl Connell
William Earl Connell, 77, of Stony Point, passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at his home. He was born June 27, 1943, in Volusia County, Florida, the son of the late Jesse Leonard Connell and Ruth Connell Adams. He had worked in law enforcement most of his working career, but he also worked races…
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John G. Holleman, 77, of Hickory, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at his residence. He was born on February 18, 1943, in Alexander County, the son of the late Gordon and Grace Feimster Holleman. John was a US Marine veteran, who served four years. He is survived by his wife of 37…
Read MoreRosemarie Gertrud Wieland Farrens
Rosemarie Gertrud Wieland Farrens, 81, passed away on December 30, 2020 at Taylorsville House. Born to the late Adolf Wieland and Hedwig Wieland in Colonge, Germany. Rosemarie was of the Christian faith. During her working years, she worked many years in the furniture industry. Those left to celebrate and cherish the memory of Ms. Farrens…
Read MoreLouie Wayne Spears
Louie Wayne Spears, 53, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Carolina Healthcare System Blueridge in Morganton. Louie was born April 14, 1967, in Wilkes County, the son of Walt Cane and Georgia Evangeline Spears Daniels. He attended Victory Baptist Church. Those left to cherish and honor his memory include sister, Lisa…
Read MoreKevin James Fitzpatrick
Kevin James Fitzpatrick, 66, of Taylorsville, passed away at his residence on December 30, 2020. He was born, July 25, 1954 to the late Walter James and Joan Margaret Lewis Fitzpatrick in Illinois. Mr. Fitzpatrick was retired from the Federal Aviation Administration and was of the Catholic faith. Those left to cherish the memories of…
Read MoreHelen Virginia Dye Morrison
Helen Virginia Dye Morrison, 87, of Statesville, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born Thursday, December 21, 1933, in Iredell County, to the late Frances Dye. Helen is survived by two sons, Robert Dye of Statesville, and Joe Neil Morrison of North Wilkesboro; and four daughters, Evelyn Thomas, Joann…
Read MoreBetty Jo Crisp Mayberry
Betty Jo Crisp Mayberry, 86, of Stony Point, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Valley Nursing Center. She was born on September 17, 1934, in Iredell County, the daughter of the late Joe Hawk and Mary Elizabeth Adams Crisp. During her career, Betty worked in textiles for many years. She was a faithful…
Read MoreJanie Elizabeth Daniels Teague
Janie Elizabeth Daniels Teague, 85, of Taylorsville, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Valley Nursing Center. She was born on September 10, 1935 the daughter of the late Homer and Ruby Childers Daniels. Janie was a member at East Taylorsville Baptist Church, working in the nursery for seventy years. She…
Read MoreErby Reece Norton
Erby Reece Norton, 94, of Statesville, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Gordon Hospice House. Erby was born Friday, October 15, 1926, in Iredell County, to the late Elmer and Cora Norton. He is survived by two children, Melvin Norton (Janice) and Wanda Babb (Till). A Private Graveside will be conducted at Stony Point…
Read MoreLinda Joann Scott Miller
Linda Joann Scott Miller, 76, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at her residence. She was born on February 17, 1944 the daughter of the late Joseph Arnum and Hazel Stafford Scott. During her career, Linda worked in the furniture industry for Lewittes and then for Lane Furniture. She enjoyed gardening, jewelry,…
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