Area Obituaries

Preston Lee Ritchie, 54, of Taylorsville, courageously entered Heaven in the presence of his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Hudson. Preston was born on October 4, 1969, in Catawba County, to Dan and Carolyn Ritchie. Our sweet Preston. Our hearts are broken. For those who knew and loved…

On July 31, 2024, the world lost a remarkable soul with the passing of David Deal in Iredell County. Born on August 27, 1961, in the same county he cherished throughout his life, David’s journey came to an unexpected end. David dedicated over four decades of his life as a Sewing Machine Mechanic. A Christian…

Cynthia (Cindy) Dawn Hayes McKee, 55, of Burlington, formerly of Taylorsville, passed away at Beacon Place, Greensboro, on July 29, 2024. Born June 29, 1969, to the late Glenn Hayes and Hazel Andrews Hayes Smith, of Taylorsville, Cynthia was a member of Viewmont Baptist Church but attended First Baptist Church of Elon. She retired, in…

Kelly Wayne Moose was born on March 20, 1953, in Iredell County, to Nadine Hepler Moose and the late Bevridge (Buddy) Moose. He died on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at home after an extended illness. He graduated from Alexander Central High School. After high school, he became a Master Electrician until retirement. Kelly was baptized…

Luther Stocks, 79, of Taylorsville, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at The Taylorsville House. Luther was born on May 28, 1945, the son of the late James Stocks and Ruby Warren Stocks. He proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era and was a faithful member of Taylorsville Church…

Lois Inez Sigmon Teague, a beloved member of the community, passed away on July 27, 2024, in Alexander County. She was born on September 7, 1937, in Alexander County, to her loving parents, Ralph Ferman Sigmon and Ruby Ilena Johnson Sigmon. Lois was a remarkable woman who, alongside her husband, owned Windy City Jewelers for…

Sidney Etta Earp Kerley, late of Columbia, South Carolina, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on July 23, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Sidney was born on February 8, 1931, in Taylorsville. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Flora McDonald College and a Master’s in Education from the University of…

Pearl Land Hatton, 76, peacefully passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, at her home in Alexander County, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will endure through the memories she created. She was born on Monday, April 12, 1948, in Caldwell County, and was a beloved soul who touched the hearts of…

Betty Joe Bowman Mitchell, 88, beloved by many and known for her deep love of family, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Iredell County. She was born on Friday, May 8, 1936, in Alexander County, to the late Solon W. Bowman and Vergie Fox Bowman. Betty’s life…