All Obituaries

Marlene Laney Parker, 94 of Maiden passed away on April 7, 2023 at Catawba Valley Medical Center.  Marlene was born on September 6, 1928 to the late Frank David and Mamie Ethel Poovey Laney in Catawba County.  She worked in the hosiery industry as a finisher until her retirement.  Marlene was a devoted member of St. Martin's Lutheran Church.  Marlene loved spending time with her family, especially during the holidays.  In addition to her parents, Marlene was...

Betty Lee Lineberger Sherrill, 87 of Maiden, passed away on April 5, 2023 at Caromont Health in Gastonia.  Betty was born on October 5, 1935 to the late Pinckney Augustus and Alice Muriel Fulbright Lineberger in Catawba County.  She worked for the ambulance service before retiring.  Betty was a long time member of First Baptist Church in Maiden. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bobby Elliotte Sherrill.  Betty is survived by...

     Johnny Maurice McKee, our brother, grand-pop, neighbor, and family friend, died suddenly on Monday, February 6, 2023 at his residence in Lincolnton, NC.  He was 58 years-old.  Johnny was born on June 28, 1964 in Lincoln County to the late Delores McKee Lindsey.  He was raised by his Aunt Mildred and Uncle Tench Lander in Lincolnton, NC.  Johnny’s mother showed him a lot of love.  He graduated from Lincolnton High School and worked for many...

Norma Lee Hayton Tabor, 81 of Newton, passed away at Frye Regional Medical Center on January 5, 2023.  Norma was born on February 3, 1941 to the late David Leander and Vena Harrison Hayton in Tazewell, Virginia.  She worked as a License Practical Nurse for many years and was a dedicated homemaker to her family.  Norma is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many other cherished relatives and friends. The Tabor family will receive friends on...

Jill Biggs Gibson, 58 of Newton, passed away on January 3, 2023 at Catawba Valley Medical Center.  Jill was born on March 30, 1964 to the late Charles Epton and Grace McMahan Biggs in Asheville, NC. Jill is survived by two sons; Tim Gibson, Jr. (Madison Gibson) and Steven Gibson, two brothers; Gerald (July) Biggs and Charles (Vivian) Biggs, six sisters; Louise (Jerry) Dodd, Lucille (Harold) Conner, Janice Leonhardt, Debra ( Woody) Biggs, Sharon (Terry) Hartsoe, and Karen (Jerry)...

      Joyce Ann Farmer Grant, 79, passed away on December 7, 2022 at her residence.  Joyce was born on March 22, 1943 to the late Thomas Clarence and Eva Mae Waters Farmer, Sr. in Lincoln County, NC.  Joyce was not only a mother to her children, but their best friend.  She loved to cook for her family and keeping their home clean.  Monday was always laundry day.  Joyce loved going to church, teaching Sunday school, and singing in the choir.  She...

     Cathy Marie Rudisill Beal, 59 passed away on October 29, 2022 with her family by her side at Atrium Lincoln.  Cathy was born to the late Ernest Rudisill and Zettie Grant Rudisill on December 27, 1962 in Lincolnton, NC.  Cathy was a beautiful soul, a devoted mother and nana, who was immensely proud of her family and friends.  She leaves behind nothing but beautiful memories.  In addition to her father Ernest, Cathy is preceded in death by her brother...

Carolyn Sue Reinhardt Hughes, 68 of Newton, passed away October 24, 2022 at Senior Citizens Living in Lenoir.  Carolyn was born on May 16, 1954 to the late Boyd Austin and Pauline Williams Rinehardt in Lincoln County. She worked in the glove industry for many years until she retired.  Carolyn was a devoted member of the Maiden Church of God. Carolyn is survived by her three brothers; David Reinhardt, Daniel Reinhardt, and Terry Reinhardt, all of Maiden, four sons; Jai Rinehardt,...

Candice Sheree Henry, 39 of Newton, passed away on October 2, 2022 at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory after a brief illness.  Candice was born on June 10,1983 in Lincoln County to Billy Gene and Carole Anne Henry Mayfield.  In addition to her parents, Candice is survived by three daughters; Dynasty Z. Nixon of Maiden, Karizma S. Nixon and Kamorah S. Nixon both of Denver, one brother, Billy Gene Henry of Maiden, three sisters; Lashonda J. Henry of Newton,...

Edwin Lester Davis, 78 of Vale, passed away on September 30, 2022 at Atrium-Lincoln in Lincolnton.