Area Obituaries
Naomi Rowe
Naomi Rowe, 80, passed away on May 23, 2025, at her residence. She was born on January 31, 1945, to the late Rev. James Calvin and Vertie C. Rowe. She was a faithful member of St. John Baptist Church from her youth. Naomi graduated from Happy Plains High School in 1963. She worked for a…
Read MoreBen “Benny” Marcus Leonard, Jr.
Ben “Benny” Marcus Leonard, Jr., 76, of Taylorsville, passed peacefully at his home on Friday, May 23, 2025. Benny was born November 27, 1948, the son of the late Ben Marcus Leonard, Sr. and Eula Leonard. Benny grew up in Glen Alpine. Benny retired from Inmont Corp of Carbon City. Benny is survived by his…
Read MoreJohnny Ray Rhyne
Johnny Ray Rhyne, 87, of Statesville, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice following a brief illness. Johnny was born in Iredell County on August 26, 1937, to the late John Baxter Rhyne and Clara Broyhill. He worked at Southern Screw and was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church.…
Read MoreJohnny Austin Gant
Johnny Austin Gant, 82, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on January 24, 1943, to Jay Carlton and Carmen Sharpe Gant, Johnny lived a life rooted in faith, family, and friendship. A proud graduate of Stony Point High School, class of 1961, Johnny met the love of his…
Read MoreThomas “Sidney” Isenhour
Thomas “Sidney” Isenhour, 72, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Valley Nursing Center. Sidney was born September 15, 1952, in Catawba County, the son of the late Hayden Icenhour and Marceline Smith Icenhour. Sidney proudly served in the United States Army, during the Vietnam Era, in Germany for three years. He…
Read MoreReverend Henry C. Cook, Jr.
Reverend Henry C. Cook, Jr., 85, of Hiddenite, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the Mitchell-Mack Hospice House, Mooresville. Reverend Cook was born November 14, 1939, in Burke County, to H. C. and Lois Gwaltney Cook. He was raised in Hiddenite and graduated from Hiddenite High School in 1958. Reverend Cook married…
Read MoreBetty Faye Reeves Wyatt
Betty Faye Reeves Wyatt, 89, of Statesville, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House following an extended illness. Betty was born in Wilkes County on August 23, 1935, to the late Isaac Dewey Reeves and Merta Royal Reeves. She attended Bright Light Baptist Church and Tabernacle Baptist Church. Survivors include three…
Read MoreKenneth Lambert
Kenneth Lambert, 89, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. Born on Thursday, December 12, 1935, in Burke County, Kenneth led a life marked by compassion, service, and a steadfast commitment to his faith and family. A proud veteran,…
Read MoreSue Davis Johnson
Sue Davis Johnson, born on September 29, 1933, peacefully departed from this life on May 16, 2025, at her residence. She was a beloved member of her community, known for her warmth and dedication to her work as a waitress for over 30 years, notably at the Bethlehem Restaurant. Sue’s friendly demeanor made her an…
Read MoreGary N. Millsaps
Gary N. Millsaps, 75, of Hiddenite, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, at his home. Gary was born September 6, 1949, in Iredell County, the son of the late Robert George Millsaps and China Millsaps Millsaps. Gary established and operated Millsaps Steel Fabrication for over 40 years. He was a member of Linney’s Grove…
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