Area Obituaries
Elizabeth Sigmon Shell
Elizabeth Sigmon Shell, 89, of Conover, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Autumn Care in Statesville. Born January 12, 1930, in Catawba County, she was the daughter of the late Russell Grady Sigmon, Sr. and Olive Pearl Hunsucker Sigmon. Elizabeth was a 1949 graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne College, where she received a two-year…
Read MoreReba Houser Yarborough
Reba Houser Yarborough, 58, of Summerville, South Carolina, went home to be with her Lord on November 7, 2019. She was born to Ford and Edna Houser of Lincoln County. She earned the Doctor of Education degree from Appalachian State University. Reba was a life-long learner and a teacher of teachers. Her passion was focused…
Read MoreBetty Pearl Payne Starnes
Betty Pearl Payne Starnes, also known as “Mim,” 88, of Taylorsville, passed away at her residence on Thursday, November 7, 2019. Born to the late George Washington and Emma Sue Flowers Payne of Rowan County, she was a member of Concord Baptist Church. Those left to cherish the memories of Mim include, four daughters, Sue…
Read MoreCharlie C. Johnson
Charlie C. Johnson, 98, of Sulphur Springs Road, Hiddenite, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Charlie was born September 8, 1921, in Wilkes County, the son of the late Robert “Bob” Johnson and Blanche Chatham Johnson. He was a US Army veteran, who served during WWII, and a member of…
Read MoreMaggie Sue Bumgarner Dagenhart
Maggie Sue Bumgarner Dagenhart, 71, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at her residence. She was born on Tuesday, June 29, 1948, in Alexander County, the daughter of Elijah Augustus and Ola Mae Childers Bumgarner. Maggie was employed at Walmart of Taylorsville. Maggie enjoyed cooking, gardening, and raising her beloved labs as…
Read MoreOpal Maxine Rose Hays
Opal Maxine Rose Hays, 84, of Hiddenite, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Gordon Hospice House. She was born on Thursday, March 7, 1935 to the late Herbert Earner Rose and Bertha Mahala Moore Rose in Kanawha County, West Virginia. In addition to Opal’s parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,…
Read MoreLola “Allen” Harris
Lola “Allen” Harris, 64, of Hiddenite, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2019, at his residence. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Chapman Funeral Home.
Read MoreJudith Ann Braun Zimmerman
Judith Ann Braun Zimmerman, 69, of Taylorsville, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2019 at her residence. A Memorial Service will be conducted at Mt. Wesley Church on Friday, November 8, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. Condolences may be e-mailed to the family by visiting our website at www.chapmanfuneralhome.com.
Read MoreChad Ray Hefner
Chad Ray Hefner, 46, of Taylorsville, passed away on November 1, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the beloved son of Hal and Victoria Sipe Hefner. Chad was the owner of Southern Ways Trucking, LLC, was of the Christian faith, enjoyed the outdoors, off-road vehicles, old trucks, and anything with an engine.…
Read MoreJulie Anne Eason Jenkins
Julie Anne Eason Jenkins, 47, of Hiddenite, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 31, 2019 after an automobile accident. She was born on June 8, 1972, in Union County, the daughter of Grace “Anne” Eason of Hiddenite and the late Clyde Kenneth Eason. Julie had her master’s degree and worked as a program director for…
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