Area Obituaries

Linda Auton Dagenhart left this world surrounded by her family to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 17, 2024. Linda fought a courageous battle for 25+ years from injuries sustained in an automobile accident that left her permanently disabled. She was born in Alexander County on December 20, 1952, to the late…

Bobby Eugene Ellis, 58, of Hickory, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Bobby was born September 11, 1966, in Catawba County, to the late David Junior Ellis and Linnie Jeanette Crews Ellis. He worked as a driver salesman for Anheuser-Busch and was a member at Millersville Baptist Church in…

Betty B. Mitchell, 91, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at her home. She was born May 17, 1933, in Iredell County, the daughter of the late Joseph Edgar Ball and Della Burnett Ball. Betty was raised by her loving aunt, Emma Smith, after her mother passed on December 18, 1933. She…

Phyllis Ann Davis Elder, 89, left this world for her heavenly home on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Valley Nursing Center surrounded by her family. Phyllis came into this world on September 2, 1935, in Alexander County, to the late Glenn “Pop” and Maude Wilson Davis. She attended East Taylorsville Baptist Church. Phyllis retired from…

Bessie Neal Mayes (1952-2024) was a docile warrior with a contagious smile. Beloved sister, trusted friend, kindest neighbor, and genuine mensch peacefully transitioned from her home in Oceanside, California, on October 14, 2024, to her forever home and mansion in Heaven. Eternal Hills Mortuary in Oceanside, California, received and prepared her remains for transport to…

Betty Lou Herman Johnson, 93, born to the late Robert and Anna Herman on Thursday, October 8, 1931, in Alexander County, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Caldwell County. Betty was a member of Three Forks Baptist Church. Survivors include her brother, Clyde Herman, and her sister, Linda Nicholson.…

Patricia Ruth Hawkins Foy, 91, born on Sunday, March 26, 1933, in Guilford County, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Iredell. Ruth dedicated over 40 years of her life as the music director at New Sterling ARP Church and taught voice and piano for over 60 years.…

Doris Loretta Killian Lail, 76, born on October 13, 1948, in Catawba County, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024, in her beloved hometown. A dedicated leather marker throughout her career, Doris exemplified the dedication and craftsmanship that marked her life’s work. Doris was not only known for her commitment to her career but also…

Thelma Aleese Adams Canter, 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. Born on Sunday, May 15, 1927, in Alexander County, Thelma attended Stony Point Tabernacle while her health allowed. Her legacy continues through her loving family, including her children, Michael Lee Burgess, Gary Burgess, Alana Matheson, and…