Deceased Classmates
Martha Abee (Barkley)
Birth Date:
1943-10-24
Deceased Date:
2021-02-13
Obituary:
Obituary
Martha Ann Barkley Abee, age 77 of Lincolnton, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Frye Regional Medical Center. Martha was born October 24, 1943 in Lincoln County to the late John Walter Barkley and Edith Wease Lowe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Abee; a sister; and two brothers.
She is survived by:
Daughter: Annette L. Sutton and husband Rocky of Maiden
2 Sons: Terry Lowman and wife Teresa of Maiden, Ron Abee and wife Crystal of Claremont
7 Grandchildren, 4 Great-Grandchildren
2 Sisters (Harriet & Jackie) and a brother(Edward)
No services will be held.
Burke Mortuary in Maiden is serving the Abee family.
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Obituary
Martha Ann Barkley Abee, age 77 of Lincolnton, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Frye Regional Medical Center. Martha was born October 24, 1943 in Lincoln County to the late John Walter Barkley and Edith Wease Lowe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Abee; a sister; and two brothers.
She is survived by:
Daughter: Annette L. Sutton and husband Rocky of Maiden
2 Sons: Terry Lowman and wife Teresa of Maiden, Ron Abee and wife Crystal of Claremont
7 Grandchildren, 4 Great-Grandchildren
2 Sisters (Harriet & Jackie) and a brother(Edward)
No services will be held.
Burke Mortuary in Maiden is serving the Abee family.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Martha Ann Abee, please visit our Tribute Store.
Martha Abee
- February 14th, 2021
Class of 1960
Wendy Abernathy
Birth Date:
1952-08-07
Deceased Date:
2022-01-21
Obituary:
Wendy Abernathy Smith
August 7, 1952 - January 21, 2022
LINCOLNTON, N.C. - Wendy Abernathy Smith, 69, of Lincolnton passed away on Friday, January 21,2022 at Atrium Lincoln.
She was born August 7, 1952 to the late Gordan and Willie Jean Abernathy of Lincolnton. She was preceded in death by her husband Roy Smith and one son Jamie Abernathy of Lincolnton.
Survivors include her sisters Sydelia Cooper of Vale, Pamela Wright of Denver, Gail and Bobby Chaney of Lincolnton, Kerrie and Steve Seeley of Lincolnton; and many nieces and nephews.
The family is having a private memorial service.
Memorials can be made to the Human Society.
Wendy Abernathy Smith
August 7, 1952 - January 21, 2022
LINCOLNTON, N.C. - Wendy Abernathy Smith, 69, of Lincolnton passed away on Friday, January 21,2022 at Atrium Lincoln.
She was born August 7, 1952 to the late Gordan and Willie Jean Abernathy of Lincolnton. She was preceded in death by her husband Roy Smith and one son Jamie Abernathy of Lincolnton.
Survivors include her sisters Sydelia Cooper of Vale, Pamela Wright of Denver, Gail and Bobby Chaney of Lincolnton, Kerrie and Steve Seeley of Lincolnton; and many nieces and nephews.
The family is having a private memorial service.
Memorials can be made to the Human Society.
Wendy Abernathy
- January 23rd, 2022
Class of1970
Judy Lee
- January 26th, 2022
Wendy you was a great friend, it's been years since we saw each other but I have never forgotten our friendship..I'm going to miss you and forever regret I lost touch with you....Take your rest my friend â
Steve Abernathy
Deceased Date:
1992-09-28
Joanna ( Cronland) West
- March 28th, 2015
Man! Steve and I went through school together, and I remember him in grade school....he was MY COUSIN !! per my mother...distantly. Therefore, he was special to me, but probably never knew it! How sad that we miss the opportunities to tell people what they mean to us! Miss you, Steve.
Johnny Whitesides
- April 27th, 2013
I loved you like a brother! I remember the last time I seen you, was in your Macro truck and you waved good-bye. Boy, if we didn't have some good times together, but its probably best that I don't let others know. You have and will always be in heart.
Johnny Whitesides
Vickey A. Lewis
- March 25th, 2013
Steve will forever be on my mind and in my heart. I have some wonderful memories of my dearly beloved brother!
Vickey Abernathy Lewis
- February 26th, 2013
Best brother ever! I miss and love you so very much! ! !
Vickey Abernathy Lewis
- February 19th, 2013
The best brother ever!
Steve Abernathy
- October 29th, 2012
Class of 1967
Peggy Turner
- November 28th, 2012
Never a dull moment when Steve was around. He was always laughing about something.
Danny Abernathy
Danny Abernathy
- January 22nd, 2013
Class of 1970
Elizabeth Abernethy (Hampton)
Deceased Date:
2001-08-12
Elizabeth Abernethy
- October 29th, 2012
Class of 1967
Vickie Abernethy (Hovis)
Birth Date:
1947-01-01
Deceased Date:
2023-11-25
Obituary:
We wanted to let everyone know that our loving mother Vickie Abernethy went to be with Jesus the afternoon of Saturday, November 25th after a long hard battle with COPD.
Our family is heartbroken. Her absence leaves a huge void in our homes and our families. If you knew her, you know just how special she was.
Per her wishes there will be no formal memorial services. We know this may be hard for some to understand because she was known and loved by so many, but this is what she wanted. She desired all the memories of her to be happy and asked that we all continue sharing her and daddy’s stories. She did request that instead of flowers that donations be made to either Vitas Hospice, which cared for her in her final weeks, or Hospice of Lincoln County, which cared for our dad in his final weeks (details below).
Please be patient with responses to messages as we take time to grieve this enormous loss to our family. Your prayers are always greatly appreciated. Love to you all.
We wanted to let everyone know that our loving mother Vickie Abernethy went to be with Jesus the afternoon of Saturday, November 25th after a long hard battle with COPD.
Our family is heartbroken. Her absence leaves a huge void in our homes and our families. If you knew her, you know just how special she was.
Per her wishes there will be no formal memorial services. We know this may be hard for some to understand because she was known and loved by so many, but this is what she wanted. She desired all the memories of her to be happy and asked that we all continue sharing her and daddy’s stories. She did request that instead of flowers that donations be made to either Vitas Hospice, which cared for her in her final weeks, or Hospice of Lincoln County, which cared for our dad in his final weeks (details below).
Please be patient with responses to messages as we take time to grieve this enormous loss to our family. Your prayers are always greatly appreciated. Love to you all.
Vickie Abernethy
- November 26th, 2023
Class of 1965
Linda Absher (LIttle)
Birth Date:
1950-02-05
Deceased Date:
2018-02-05
Obituary:
Linda Little Absher, 68, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018, while at Caromont Regional Medical Center. She was born February 5, 1950 in Lincoln County, Daughter to the late Ernest and Willie Reynolds Little
Linda worked as a manager for the Economy Craft Shop for 35 years.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Sandy Gibbs, and her brother, Jerry Little.
Left to cherish her memories is her husband of 45 years, Michael Absher of the home; sons, Michael Steven Absher & wife Elizabeth of Bessemer City; and Christopher Jason Absher & wife Jessica of Belmont; sister, Wanda Bullock and husband Eddie of Lincolnton; grandchildren, Sullivan, Sadie, Stella, Shepherd, Gavin, Shelby, and Graham; numerous nieces and nephews.
Her family will receive friends Thursday, February 8, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Family Life Center of First Wesleyan Church, Bessemer City.
To offer condolences, please visit www.siskbutler.com
Arrangements by Sisk-Butler Funeral & Cremation Services, Bessemer City.
Linda Little Absher, 68, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018, while at Caromont Regional Medical Center. She was born February 5, 1950 in Lincoln County, Daughter to the late Ernest and Willie Reynolds Little
Linda worked as a manager for the Economy Craft Shop for 35 years.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Sandy Gibbs, and her brother, Jerry Little.
Left to cherish her memories is her husband of 45 years, Michael Absher of the home; sons, Michael Steven Absher & wife Elizabeth of Bessemer City; and Christopher Jason Absher & wife Jessica of Belmont; sister, Wanda Bullock and husband Eddie of Lincolnton; grandchildren, Sullivan, Sadie, Stella, Shepherd, Gavin, Shelby, and Graham; numerous nieces and nephews.
Her family will receive friends Thursday, February 8, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Family Life Center of First Wesleyan Church, Bessemer City.
To offer condolences, please visit www.siskbutler.com
Arrangements by Sisk-Butler Funeral & Cremation Services, Bessemer City.
Linda Absher
- February 11th, 2018
Class of 1969
Gary Alexander
Birth Date:
1951-07-07
Deceased Date:
2021-10-13
Obituary:
Gary Boggs Alexander
( July 7, 1951 - October 13, 2021 )
Gary Boggs Alexander, age 70, of Lincolnton, died Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Carolina Caring in Sherrills Ford.
A graveside service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 18, 2021 at Hollybrook Cemetery, with Pastor Wayne Brittain officiating.
Gary was born on July 7, 1951 and was the son of late Jay C. Alexander, Sr. and Sybil Alexander Beaver.
He is survived by brother; Jay C. Alexander Jr. and wife Sandra of Sherrills Ford, nephew, Shane Alexander and wife Sherry of Denver, NC; two great nieces, Avery Alexander and Storey Alexander.
Memorials may be made to Carolina Caring, 7473 Sherrills Ford Rd Suite A, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673.
Gary Boggs Alexander
( July 7, 1951 - October 13, 2021 )
Gary Boggs Alexander, age 70, of Lincolnton, died Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Carolina Caring in Sherrills Ford.
A graveside service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 18, 2021 at Hollybrook Cemetery, with Pastor Wayne Brittain officiating.
Gary was born on July 7, 1951 and was the son of late Jay C. Alexander, Sr. and Sybil Alexander Beaver.
He is survived by brother; Jay C. Alexander Jr. and wife Sandra of Sherrills Ford, nephew, Shane Alexander and wife Sherry of Denver, NC; two great nieces, Avery Alexander and Storey Alexander.
Memorials may be made to Carolina Caring, 7473 Sherrills Ford Rd Suite A, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673.
Gary Alexander
- October 13th, 2021
Class of 1970
Neil Edgar Allran
Birth Date:
1951-06-17
Deceased Date:
2019-12-21
Obituary:
Neil Edgar Allran
( June 17, 1951 - December 21, 2019 )
Neil Edgar Allran, age 68, of Lincolnton, passed from his earthly home to his new home in Heaven on Saturday, December 21, 2019.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church with Rev. Michael Collins officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 1:00 until 2:30 p.m. in the North Wing. A reception will follow the service.
Neil was born June 17, 1951, in Lincoln County, to the late Cecil Edgar Allran and Lena Belle Travis Allran. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Steve Martin. At an early age, Neil worked as a surveyor and then continued his work in commercial construction throughout his career. Most recently, he was Operations Manager for Ratzlaff Construction in Charlotte.
“Uncle Neil” was a hero to all of his nieces and nephews. Through the years, we all enjoyed his humor, companionship, and most of all, his love. Any activity that we had the chance to participate in with him was always a lot of fun. He had a heart of gold and cherished spending time with his family and friends.
Those who will forever cherish his memory are his daughter, Kiley Allran Donnell, and husband William; two granddaughters, Arlee and Arden Donnell; his sisters, Emily Robinson, and husband Ben, and Cecelia Driscoll, and husband, Paul, all of Lincolnton; his very special nephews, Paul Neil Robinson, and Will Warren, and wife Nori; and numerous other cousins, nieces, nephews, and special friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, HVAC or Stained Glass Window Projects, 216 S. Aspen Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Neil Edgar Allran
( June 17, 1951 - December 21, 2019 )
Neil Edgar Allran, age 68, of Lincolnton, passed from his earthly home to his new home in Heaven on Saturday, December 21, 2019.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church with Rev. Michael Collins officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 1:00 until 2:30 p.m. in the North Wing. A reception will follow the service.
Neil was born June 17, 1951, in Lincoln County, to the late Cecil Edgar Allran and Lena Belle Travis Allran. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Steve Martin. At an early age, Neil worked as a surveyor and then continued his work in commercial construction throughout his career. Most recently, he was Operations Manager for Ratzlaff Construction in Charlotte.
“Uncle Neil” was a hero to all of his nieces and nephews. Through the years, we all enjoyed his humor, companionship, and most of all, his love. Any activity that we had the chance to participate in with him was always a lot of fun. He had a heart of gold and cherished spending time with his family and friends.
Those who will forever cherish his memory are his daughter, Kiley Allran Donnell, and husband William; two granddaughters, Arlee and Arden Donnell; his sisters, Emily Robinson, and husband Ben, and Cecelia Driscoll, and husband, Paul, all of Lincolnton; his very special nephews, Paul Neil Robinson, and Will Warren, and wife Nori; and numerous other cousins, nieces, nephews, and special friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, HVAC or Stained Glass Window Projects, 216 S. Aspen Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Neil Edgar Allran
- December 23rd, 2019
Class of 1969
Tommy Andrews
Birth Date:
1949-05-09
Deceased Date:
1996-03-01
Tommy Andrews
- October 29th, 2012
Class of 1967
Ronnie Anthony
Birth Date:
1947-07-03
Deceased Date:
2017-08-03
Ronnie Anthony
- August 4th, 2017
Cherryville - Mr. Ronnie Eugene Anthony, 70, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte.
Ronnie was born in Lincoln County, NC on July 3, 1947. He grew up in the Long Shoals community a son of the late Harold E. "Tooney" Anthony and Evelyn Cloer Anthony. Ronnie was retired as a supervisor from Timken in Iron Station. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Cherryville, the Cherryville Masonic Lodge #505 A.F. & A.M. and Cherryville Chapter #156 Order of the Eastern Star where he served as Past Worthy Patron.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Pam Eaker Anthony of the home; a daughter and son-in-law, Heidi Anthony-Cash and Chad; a son and daughter-in-law, Wesley Anthony and Angie; two granddaughters, Alli and Alexandra Anthony; mother-in-law, Vera S. Eaker; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Danny and Judy Eaker all of Cherryville.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00PM on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Joe Collins, D.Min, officiating.
The family will receive friends and have a reception following the service in the fellowship hall.
Burial will be Private.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 601 N. Pink Street, Cherryville, NC 28021.
Stamey-Cherryville Funeral Home is serving the Anthony family.
MELBA FINLEY
- July 23rd, 2021
Remember you well from Grammer School. Always thought a lot of you. You and my brother were in school together. But I loved your teasing and chasing you on the playground.
Grace Arey (Goodson)
Birth Date:
1946-09-20
Deceased Date:
2023-07-21
Obituary:
Prayers for the family of 1964 classmate Grace Goodson Arey, who passed away on July 21, 2023. Her husband is Ted Arey and her brother is Robby Goodson, class of 1960. Her Daughter Jennifer Masse wrote the following on her page:
Unfortunately I have some extremely sad news to share with you all.
Mom went into the hospital on Sunday with stomach pain and general stomach bug type symptoms. Well, they admitted her. And ran at least three CT scans over five days… and suddenly discovered on the fourth scan today that she had some sort of obstruction or perforation in her colon. So, they preformed emergency surgery.
Only to find way too much damage to be fixed, which had also sent her into renal failure. With her recent heart surgery, it was all too much.
And my beloved mother and my dad’s beloved wife, passed away July 21, 2023.
I have no other words at the moment. Only shock and grief.
Jennifer's husband is Nathan Masse, and children are Vann and Rylan. They live in Prescott, Arizona. There will be an inurnment service in Lincolnton in October 2023.
Prayers for the family of 1964 classmate Grace Goodson Arey, who passed away on July 21, 2023. Her husband is Ted Arey and her brother is Robby Goodson, class of 1960. Her Daughter Jennifer Masse wrote the following on her page:
Unfortunately I have some extremely sad news to share with you all.
Mom went into the hospital on Sunday with stomach pain and general stomach bug type symptoms. Well, they admitted her. And ran at least three CT scans over five days… and suddenly discovered on the fourth scan today that she had some sort of obstruction or perforation in her colon. So, they preformed emergency surgery.
Only to find way too much damage to be fixed, which had also sent her into renal failure. With her recent heart surgery, it was all too much.
And my beloved mother and my dad’s beloved wife, passed away July 21, 2023.
I have no other words at the moment. Only shock and grief.
Jennifer's husband is Nathan Masse, and children are Vann and Rylan. They live in Prescott, Arizona. There will be an inurnment service in Lincolnton in October 2023.
Grace Arey
- July 25th, 2023
Class of 1964
Dianne Armstrong (Reep)
Birth Date:
1949-02-27
Deceased Date:
2015-03-03
Obituary:
Dianne Reep Armstrong
( February 27, 1949 - March 3, 2015 )
Dianne Reep Armstrong, age 66, of 3250 Pine Tree Street in Lincolnton, died on Tuesday, March 3, 2015.
Her funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2015, at Long Shoals Baptist Church with Rev. Ken Gibson and Rev. Charles Ingle officiating. The body will lie in state for 30 minutes prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Pisgah United Methodist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2015, at Warlick Funeral Home.
Mrs. Armstrong was born February 27, 1949, in Lincoln county, to the late J.B. Reep, Sr. and Bonnie Radford Reep. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Monroe Reep. She worked as an assembler for Dallas Pillow Company.
She is survived by her husband, Darrel Gene Armstrong of the home; a son, Timothy Armstrong of Lexington, NC; a brother, J.B. Reep, Jr. of Hendersville, NC; two sisters, Shelia Payseur and Elaine Canipe, both of Lincolnton; four grandchildren, Timothy C. Armstrong of Crouse, Elijah Armstrong and Kennedy Armstrong, both of Lexington, NC, and Amber Pate of Boone, NC
Memorials may be made to Long Shoals Baptist Church, “Home Mission Fund”, 2988 Long Shoals Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Dianne Reep Armstrong
( February 27, 1949 - March 3, 2015 )
Dianne Reep Armstrong, age 66, of 3250 Pine Tree Street in Lincolnton, died on Tuesday, March 3, 2015.
Her funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2015, at Long Shoals Baptist Church with Rev. Ken Gibson and Rev. Charles Ingle officiating. The body will lie in state for 30 minutes prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Pisgah United Methodist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2015, at Warlick Funeral Home.
Mrs. Armstrong was born February 27, 1949, in Lincoln county, to the late J.B. Reep, Sr. and Bonnie Radford Reep. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Monroe Reep. She worked as an assembler for Dallas Pillow Company.
She is survived by her husband, Darrel Gene Armstrong of the home; a son, Timothy Armstrong of Lexington, NC; a brother, J.B. Reep, Jr. of Hendersville, NC; two sisters, Shelia Payseur and Elaine Canipe, both of Lincolnton; four grandchildren, Timothy C. Armstrong of Crouse, Elijah Armstrong and Kennedy Armstrong, both of Lexington, NC, and Amber Pate of Boone, NC
Memorials may be made to Long Shoals Baptist Church, “Home Mission Fund”, 2988 Long Shoals Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Dianne Armstrong
- March 13th, 2015
Class of 1968
Frank Armstrong, Jr.
Birth Date:
1947-11-20
Deceased Date:
2016-01-03
Obituary:
Frank Armstrong, Jr.
( November 20, 1947 - January 3, 2016 )
Mr. Frank Armstrong Jr. age 68 of Freeman Road Lincolnton died on January 3, 2016.
Funeral services will be held 2:00pm Wednesday January 6, 2016 in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Michael Collins officiating. Burial will follow in Hollybrook Cemetery in Lincolnton. The family will receive friends 6:00pm until 8:00pm Tuesday at Warlick funeral Home.
Mr. Armstrong was a native of Lincoln County, born on November 20, 1947, son of the late Frank and Virginia Freeman Armstrong Sr. He was employed by Rhodes and Corrhier Implement Co. for 38 yrs. and also worked as a security guard for Mohican Mills. Mr. Armstrong was also a member of the Lincoln County Life Saving Crew for many years.
Survivors include: sister, Brenda Bradshaw and husband Steve of Lincolnton; aunt Dot Martin of Lincolnton; brother-in-law Jerry Smith of Maiden; and a number of nephews and nieces.
Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church Stain Glass Window Fund 216 South Aspen Street Lincolnton, N.C. 28092.
Frank Armstrong, Jr.
( November 20, 1947 - January 3, 2016 )
Mr. Frank Armstrong Jr. age 68 of Freeman Road Lincolnton died on January 3, 2016.
Funeral services will be held 2:00pm Wednesday January 6, 2016 in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Michael Collins officiating. Burial will follow in Hollybrook Cemetery in Lincolnton. The family will receive friends 6:00pm until 8:00pm Tuesday at Warlick funeral Home.
Mr. Armstrong was a native of Lincoln County, born on November 20, 1947, son of the late Frank and Virginia Freeman Armstrong Sr. He was employed by Rhodes and Corrhier Implement Co. for 38 yrs. and also worked as a security guard for Mohican Mills. Mr. Armstrong was also a member of the Lincoln County Life Saving Crew for many years.
Survivors include: sister, Brenda Bradshaw and husband Steve of Lincolnton; aunt Dot Martin of Lincolnton; brother-in-law Jerry Smith of Maiden; and a number of nephews and nieces.
Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church Stain Glass Window Fund 216 South Aspen Street Lincolnton, N.C. 28092.
Frank Armstrong, Jr.
- January 4th, 2016
Class of 1968 (also attended some classes with 1967 group)
Daphine Arp (Hoffman)
Birth Date:
1945-06-12
Deceased Date:
2022-09-17
Obituary:
Daphine Hoffman Fernandez Arp
( June 12, 1945 - September 17, 2022 )
Daphine Hoffman Fernandez Arp, a.k.a, “The Asparagus Queen” age 77, of Long Shoals, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2022.
Mrs. Arp was born in Lincoln County on June 12, 1945 to the late George Theodore and Ernestine Huffstetler Hoffman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Lawrence Fernandez of Tampa, Fl; her second husband, Gary Arp, Sr. of Mt. Holly, NC; her brother, Bubber Hoffman and sister Linda Evans.
Survivors include three sons, Yancey Fernandez and wife Cinnamon of Lincolnton, André Alonzo Fernandez and fiancé Lauren of Lincolnton, Gene Arp and wife Katie of Lincolnton; one brother, Teddy Hoffman of Pelham, GA; two sisters, Jane Harrelson and Phyllis LaBauch borh of Lincolnton; eleven grandchildren, Rebekah Fernandez, Sophia Fernandez, Sadie Fernandez, Philip Fernandez, Tristan Fernandez, Aurora Fernandez, Atticus Fernandez, Arden Fernandez, Phoenix Fernandez, Demi Kate Arp and Darci Kay Arp.
Daphine grew up on a small family farm in Long Shoals. Despite daily farm chores, on top of schoolwork, she found a way to balance the two and graduated from Lincolnton high school in 1963. Soon after, she left country living for the sunshine state, where she raised two sons before returning home to care for her aging father. She quickly revitalized the farm bringing a new vision and new ideas to an old land with the help of a third son, Gene. In additon to old crops like okra and moon and star watermelons, Daphine brought asparagus to devoted customers at surrounding farmer’s markets for over 25 years. She was passionate about her church, Long Shoals baptist, her late night rook games, parties at the river bank, her family and especially her 11 grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Long Shoals Baptist Church, 2988 Long Shoals Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Her funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at Long Shoals Baptist Church with Rev. Wesley Ingle officiating. Burial will follow in Pisgah United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 4:00 pm on Friday, September 23 at Warlick Funeral Home.
Daphine Hoffman Fernandez Arp
( June 12, 1945 - September 17, 2022 )
Daphine Hoffman Fernandez Arp, a.k.a, “The Asparagus Queen” age 77, of Long Shoals, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2022.
Mrs. Arp was born in Lincoln County on June 12, 1945 to the late George Theodore and Ernestine Huffstetler Hoffman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Lawrence Fernandez of Tampa, Fl; her second husband, Gary Arp, Sr. of Mt. Holly, NC; her brother, Bubber Hoffman and sister Linda Evans.
Survivors include three sons, Yancey Fernandez and wife Cinnamon of Lincolnton, André Alonzo Fernandez and fiancé Lauren of Lincolnton, Gene Arp and wife Katie of Lincolnton; one brother, Teddy Hoffman of Pelham, GA; two sisters, Jane Harrelson and Phyllis LaBauch borh of Lincolnton; eleven grandchildren, Rebekah Fernandez, Sophia Fernandez, Sadie Fernandez, Philip Fernandez, Tristan Fernandez, Aurora Fernandez, Atticus Fernandez, Arden Fernandez, Phoenix Fernandez, Demi Kate Arp and Darci Kay Arp.
Daphine grew up on a small family farm in Long Shoals. Despite daily farm chores, on top of schoolwork, she found a way to balance the two and graduated from Lincolnton high school in 1963. Soon after, she left country living for the sunshine state, where she raised two sons before returning home to care for her aging father. She quickly revitalized the farm bringing a new vision and new ideas to an old land with the help of a third son, Gene. In additon to old crops like okra and moon and star watermelons, Daphine brought asparagus to devoted customers at surrounding farmer’s markets for over 25 years. She was passionate about her church, Long Shoals baptist, her late night rook games, parties at the river bank, her family and especially her 11 grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Long Shoals Baptist Church, 2988 Long Shoals Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Her funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at Long Shoals Baptist Church with Rev. Wesley Ingle officiating. Burial will follow in Pisgah United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 4:00 pm on Friday, September 23 at Warlick Funeral Home.
Daphine Arp
- September 19th, 2022
Class of 1963
Steve Arrington
Birth Date:
1952-06-22
Deceased Date:
2010-09-11
Tom Froneberger
- May 25th, 2020
Steve died 11 Sept 2010, exactly nine years after 9/11.
Steve Arrington
- January 22nd, 2013
Class of 1970
Tom Froneberger
- May 25th, 2020
Solid as a rock friend: strong, modest yet powerful, and caring. Never heard of Steve saying anything negative to a friend, just encouragement. My fault to have lost contact. Froney
Linda Aschbrenner (Huss)
Birth Date:
1946-11-25
Deceased Date:
2020-07-31
Obituary:
Linda Huss Aschbrenner passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2020 with her husband by her side, after a long and valiant battle with lung cancer. She was born on November 25, 1946, in Shelby, North Carolina, to the late Nadine Ellis Huss Brown and the late Kemp Donald Huss. She grew up in Lincolnton, NC.
Linda graduated from UNCG in 1969. She was proud of her Southern heritage and was a member and officer of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Johnston Pettigrew Chapter No. 95 in Raleigh. She retired from Bayer Crop Science RTP in 2011, and continued contracting with several crop protection companies until April 2019. Linda was a giving person, financially supporting many worthwhile organizations such as the North Carolina Art Museum and North Carolina Public Television. She also volunteered as a Girl Scout leader for over eight years, volunteered at her church, and volunteered in the library at Leesville Middle School.
She is survived by her loving husband, Don Aschbrenner; daughters Laura Chapman Smith (Jeff), Raleigh; Jennifer Aschbrenner Schultheis (Paul), Westminster, MD; and Kristen Aschbrenner Dubovec (Jim), Emerald Isle, NC; and four grandchildren who were the lights of her life; Kylie Smith, Taylor Schultheis, Tucker Schultheis, and Palmer Grace Dubovec. She is also survived by a brother, Kemp Huss (Pam), Bath, NC.
Linda’s greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. She had a wonderful sense of adventure and she and her husband traveled extensively, both around the world and in the US. They loved nature and the beauty of the National Parks. Their goal was to visit as many National Parks as possible; they visited 26 parks and admired the beauty in each of them. She and her husband loved relaxing at their beach cottage on Holden Beach, where she was actively involved with the local community as a past board member of the Holden Beach Property Owners Association Board of Directors, and a member of the Holden Beach Chapel.
The family extends its deep gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Copeland and her team at Rex Oncology Center in Raleigh. Dr. Copeland and her team provided excellent care and counseling during the time Linda was undergoing treatment for this aggressive cancer. The family is grateful to Heartland Hospice Care in Raleigh, whose care was very calming and allowed Linda to be at peace.
A private interment of her ashes will be held at Highland United Methodist Church for the immediate family. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a celebration of life will take place at Mitchell Funeral Home at a future date. Memorials may be made to Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road Raleigh, NC, 27607 or to the Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund, 4505 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC, 27609.
Linda Huss Aschbrenner passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2020 with her husband by her side, after a long and valiant battle with lung cancer. She was born on November 25, 1946, in Shelby, North Carolina, to the late Nadine Ellis Huss Brown and the late Kemp Donald Huss. She grew up in Lincolnton, NC.
Linda graduated from UNCG in 1969. She was proud of her Southern heritage and was a member and officer of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Johnston Pettigrew Chapter No. 95 in Raleigh. She retired from Bayer Crop Science RTP in 2011, and continued contracting with several crop protection companies until April 2019. Linda was a giving person, financially supporting many worthwhile organizations such as the North Carolina Art Museum and North Carolina Public Television. She also volunteered as a Girl Scout leader for over eight years, volunteered at her church, and volunteered in the library at Leesville Middle School.
She is survived by her loving husband, Don Aschbrenner; daughters Laura Chapman Smith (Jeff), Raleigh; Jennifer Aschbrenner Schultheis (Paul), Westminster, MD; and Kristen Aschbrenner Dubovec (Jim), Emerald Isle, NC; and four grandchildren who were the lights of her life; Kylie Smith, Taylor Schultheis, Tucker Schultheis, and Palmer Grace Dubovec. She is also survived by a brother, Kemp Huss (Pam), Bath, NC.
Linda’s greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. She had a wonderful sense of adventure and she and her husband traveled extensively, both around the world and in the US. They loved nature and the beauty of the National Parks. Their goal was to visit as many National Parks as possible; they visited 26 parks and admired the beauty in each of them. She and her husband loved relaxing at their beach cottage on Holden Beach, where she was actively involved with the local community as a past board member of the Holden Beach Property Owners Association Board of Directors, and a member of the Holden Beach Chapel.
The family extends its deep gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Copeland and her team at Rex Oncology Center in Raleigh. Dr. Copeland and her team provided excellent care and counseling during the time Linda was undergoing treatment for this aggressive cancer. The family is grateful to Heartland Hospice Care in Raleigh, whose care was very calming and allowed Linda to be at peace.
A private interment of her ashes will be held at Highland United Methodist Church for the immediate family. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a celebration of life will take place at Mitchell Funeral Home at a future date. Memorials may be made to Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road Raleigh, NC, 27607 or to the Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund, 4505 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC, 27609.
Linda Aschbrenner
- August 1st, 2020
Class of 1964
Roy Ashe
Roy Ashe
- January 22nd, 2013
Class of 1969
Lester "Bud" Auton
Birth Date:
1945-04-18
Deceased Date:
2018-09-21
Obituary:
Lester Dean "Bud" Auton
( April 18, 1945 - September 21, 2018 )
Lester Dean “Bud” Auton, age 73, of 814 Buffalo Shoals Road in Lincolnton, died on Friday, September 21, 2018.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, 2018 in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Justin Houser officiating. The family will greet friends following the service.
Mr. Auton was born April 18, 1945, in Lincoln County, to the late Lester Kendell and Catherine Cody Auton. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Terry Kendell Auton. He served in the United States Army and then later worked in golf course maintenance.
He is survived by his wife of almost 51 years, Sandra Sherrill Auton of the home; a son, Terry Scott Auton of Lincolnton; grandsons, Lukas Dylan Auton, Benjamin Scott Auton, and his twin sister, Catherine “Pat” Annas, and husband Phillip, of Granite Falls; three nephews, Phillip Ray Annas, Jr., and wife Wendy, of Media, PA, Kim Ray Annas, and wife Andrea, of Hillsborough, NC, and Terry Kendell Auton, Jr. of Lincolnton; great-nephews, Christopher Annas of Media, PA and Samuel Annas of Hillsborough, NC; and great-niece, Meredith Annas of Hillsborough, NC.
Memorials may be made to Risen Church Building Fund, 571 Salem Church Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092, or to Hospice of Lincoln County, 900 Dontia Drive, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice of Lincoln County for their caring and compassion for our family member.
Lester Dean "Bud" Auton
( April 18, 1945 - September 21, 2018 )
Lester Dean “Bud” Auton, age 73, of 814 Buffalo Shoals Road in Lincolnton, died on Friday, September 21, 2018.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, 2018 in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Justin Houser officiating. The family will greet friends following the service.
Mr. Auton was born April 18, 1945, in Lincoln County, to the late Lester Kendell and Catherine Cody Auton. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Terry Kendell Auton. He served in the United States Army and then later worked in golf course maintenance.
He is survived by his wife of almost 51 years, Sandra Sherrill Auton of the home; a son, Terry Scott Auton of Lincolnton; grandsons, Lukas Dylan Auton, Benjamin Scott Auton, and his twin sister, Catherine “Pat” Annas, and husband Phillip, of Granite Falls; three nephews, Phillip Ray Annas, Jr., and wife Wendy, of Media, PA, Kim Ray Annas, and wife Andrea, of Hillsborough, NC, and Terry Kendell Auton, Jr. of Lincolnton; great-nephews, Christopher Annas of Media, PA and Samuel Annas of Hillsborough, NC; and great-niece, Meredith Annas of Hillsborough, NC.
Memorials may be made to Risen Church Building Fund, 571 Salem Church Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092, or to Hospice of Lincoln County, 900 Dontia Drive, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice of Lincoln County for their caring and compassion for our family member.
Lester "Bud" Auton
- September 23rd, 2018
Class of 1964
Michael Avery
Becky Gibson
- March 12th, 2021
I will never forget you, Michael. It's hard to believe you are gone. I'd love to sit on the old bugy.seat and talk to you again.
Thank you for being the Father figure to my son. You are surely missed.....
Becky
Michael Avery
- October 12th, 2013
Class of 1964
Kelley Cornwell
- January 22nd, 2015
Miss you Mike
Allen Aycoth
Birth Date:
1943-09-29
Deceased Date:
2021-04-09
Obituary:
Reverend Allen Anderson Aycoth, 77, of Gastonia, NC passed away Friday, April 9, 2021, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, NC.
He was born September 29, 1943, in Mecklenburg County, NC, son of the late Cliford Aycoth and Rachel Carpenter Aycoth.
Allen attended Welcome Baptist Church in Stanley NC, he was an ordained Minister having a online radio broadcast called “Back to Calvary”. He also was a ham operator; his call sign was KI4JSM. He also loved to fish.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Darrell Aycoth.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife of over 23 years, Nancy Hodge Aycoth; daughter Teresa Edwards and husband David; stepsons, Allen and Glen Swink; stepdaughter Ann Pearson and husband Randy; seven step-grandchildren, and 20 step great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be at Greene Funeral Service, South Chapel, 1503 South York Road, Gastonia, NC. 3 pm Friday, April 16. Pastors George Miller and Cecil Spry will be officiating.
Memorials may be made to Welcome Baptist Church, 811 Manney Rd. Stanley, NC 28164.
Reverend Allen Anderson Aycoth, 77, of Gastonia, NC passed away Friday, April 9, 2021, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, NC.
He was born September 29, 1943, in Mecklenburg County, NC, son of the late Cliford Aycoth and Rachel Carpenter Aycoth.
Allen attended Welcome Baptist Church in Stanley NC, he was an ordained Minister having a online radio broadcast called “Back to Calvary”. He also was a ham operator; his call sign was KI4JSM. He also loved to fish.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Darrell Aycoth.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife of over 23 years, Nancy Hodge Aycoth; daughter Teresa Edwards and husband David; stepsons, Allen and Glen Swink; stepdaughter Ann Pearson and husband Randy; seven step-grandchildren, and 20 step great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be at Greene Funeral Service, South Chapel, 1503 South York Road, Gastonia, NC. 3 pm Friday, April 16. Pastors George Miller and Cecil Spry will be officiating.
Memorials may be made to Welcome Baptist Church, 811 Manney Rd. Stanley, NC 28164.
Allen Aycoth
- April 10th, 2021
Class of 1963
James Bailey
Birth Date:
1948-12-14
Deceased Date:
2010-06-16
Obituary:
James Franklin Bailey, Sr.James Franklin Bailey, Sr., 61, of Hickory, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at his residence.Born December 14, 1948 in Huntington, W.Va., he was the son of the late Verna Scarborough and Denver Bailey.Mr. Bailey was a retired employee of Wal-Mart in Conover and a member of Joy Baptist Church. He loved his family and was a racing fan. He also spent time as a race car driver.He is survived by his wife, Dianne Franklin Bailey of the home; sons: James Bailey, Jr. and wife Pam of Lincolnton, Kenneth Bailey and wife Rebecca of Hickory, Rick Franklin and wife Susan of Taylorsville; daughters: Chasity Huffman and husband Chad of Hickory, Courtney Berry of Hickory, Patty Kump of Asheville, Teresa Starnes and husband Larry of Claremont; sister, Betty Bailey of Iron Station; thirteen grandchildren: Josh, Brooke, Dylan James, Daniel, Zackery, and Zoie Bailey; Crystal and Monica Kump; Dalton Franklin, Ashley Day, Lori and Jennifer Powell, and Colby Lail; aunt, Elizabeth Bryant of Lincolnton; cousin, Roger Bryant of Lincolnton; and nephew, Shane Poole and wife Jessica of Lincolnton.A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Joy Baptist Church with the Rev. Tim Shook officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the church.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Palliative Care Center & Hospice of Catawba Valley, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658 or Joy Baptist Church, 4015 Herman Sipe Rd., Conover, NC 28613.On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.bass-smithfuneralhome.com.Bass-Smith Funeral Home is serving the family of James Franklin Bailey, Sr.
James Franklin Bailey, Sr.James Franklin Bailey, Sr., 61, of Hickory, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at his residence.Born December 14, 1948 in Huntington, W.Va., he was the son of the late Verna Scarborough and Denver Bailey.Mr. Bailey was a retired employee of Wal-Mart in Conover and a member of Joy Baptist Church. He loved his family and was a racing fan. He also spent time as a race car driver.He is survived by his wife, Dianne Franklin Bailey of the home; sons: James Bailey, Jr. and wife Pam of Lincolnton, Kenneth Bailey and wife Rebecca of Hickory, Rick Franklin and wife Susan of Taylorsville; daughters: Chasity Huffman and husband Chad of Hickory, Courtney Berry of Hickory, Patty Kump of Asheville, Teresa Starnes and husband Larry of Claremont; sister, Betty Bailey of Iron Station; thirteen grandchildren: Josh, Brooke, Dylan James, Daniel, Zackery, and Zoie Bailey; Crystal and Monica Kump; Dalton Franklin, Ashley Day, Lori and Jennifer Powell, and Colby Lail; aunt, Elizabeth Bryant of Lincolnton; cousin, Roger Bryant of Lincolnton; and nephew, Shane Poole and wife Jessica of Lincolnton.A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Joy Baptist Church with the Rev. Tim Shook officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the church.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Palliative Care Center & Hospice of Catawba Valley, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658 or Joy Baptist Church, 4015 Herman Sipe Rd., Conover, NC 28613.On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.bass-smithfuneralhome.com.Bass-Smith Funeral Home is serving the family of James Franklin Bailey, Sr.
James Bailey
- January 15th, 2013
Class of 1966
Billy Ray Baker
Birth Date:
1942-07-16
Deceased Date:
2013-05-04
Obituary:
Mr. Billy Ray Baker, age 70, of 1337 Pressley Drive, Lincolnton died Saturday, May 4, 2013.
His funeral will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Long Shoals Wesleyan Church with Rev. Jon Mann officiating. Burial will follow in the PisgahUnited Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Warlick Funeral Home.
Mr. Baker was born on July 16, 1942 in GastonCounty and was the son of the late Robert Ray Baker and Drucilla Ray Baker. He retired as a machinist from Sherman Textiles.
Mr. Baker is survived by his wife, Brenda Kinley Baker of the home; two daughters, Laura Baxter Munday of Cherryville and Mindy Baker of Lincolnton; three grandsons, Nic and Matt Baxter and Cameron Baker.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to LongShoals Wesleyan Church or to the Long ShoalsWesleyan Academy, both of 3032 Wesleyan Church Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Mr. Billy Ray Baker, age 70, of 1337 Pressley Drive, Lincolnton died Saturday, May 4, 2013.
His funeral will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Long Shoals Wesleyan Church with Rev. Jon Mann officiating. Burial will follow in the PisgahUnited Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Warlick Funeral Home.
Mr. Baker was born on July 16, 1942 in GastonCounty and was the son of the late Robert Ray Baker and Drucilla Ray Baker. He retired as a machinist from Sherman Textiles.
Mr. Baker is survived by his wife, Brenda Kinley Baker of the home; two daughters, Laura Baxter Munday of Cherryville and Mindy Baker of Lincolnton; three grandsons, Nic and Matt Baxter and Cameron Baker.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to LongShoals Wesleyan Church or to the Long ShoalsWesleyan Academy, both of 3032 Wesleyan Church Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Billy Ray Baker
- May 6th, 2013
Class of 1962
Joyce Baker (Lawing)
Birth Date:
1941-11-17
Deceased Date:
2001-09-27
Obituary:
Joyce Lawing Baker, of #5 Sommerton Dr., died Sept. 27, 2001. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Warlick Funeral Home Chapel, Lincolnton. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 tonight at the funeral home.
She was born in Lincoln County.
Survivors include her husband, James W. Baker; her mother and father, Ada P. Lawing and Gaither Lawing, both of Lincolnton; two brothers, Howard Lawing, and Vernon Lawing, both of Lincolnton; two sisters, Ruth Little of Lincolnton, and Brenda Pearce of Denver.
Memorials may be made to the ITP Society of the Children s Blood Foundation, 333 E. 38th St. Suite 830, New York, N.Y. 10016-2745.
Joyce Lawing Baker, of #5 Sommerton Dr., died Sept. 27, 2001. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Warlick Funeral Home Chapel, Lincolnton. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 tonight at the funeral home.
She was born in Lincoln County.
Survivors include her husband, James W. Baker; her mother and father, Ada P. Lawing and Gaither Lawing, both of Lincolnton; two brothers, Howard Lawing, and Vernon Lawing, both of Lincolnton; two sisters, Ruth Little of Lincolnton, and Brenda Pearce of Denver.
Memorials may be made to the ITP Society of the Children s Blood Foundation, 333 E. 38th St. Suite 830, New York, N.Y. 10016-2745.
Joyce Baker
- February 2nd, 2013
Class of 1960
Fran Ballard (Chapman)
Deceased Date:
2015-03-25
Obituary:
Frances Chapman Ballard
( April 3, 1948 - March 25, 2015 )
Frances “Fran” Chapman Ballard, age 66, of 218 N. Dotger Avenue in Charlotte, died on Wednesday, March 25, 2015.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2015, in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Rick Sloop officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:45 until 1:45 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.
Mrs. Ballard was born April 3, 1948, in Lincoln county, to the late Stowe Henry and Helen Stamey Chapman. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Randy Chapman.
Fran was a devoted wife and an inspiration to many. She loved her family unconditionally along with her four cats. She enjoyed spending time with her family and taking trips to the beach. Fran was also a respected CPA in Charlotte for 40 years and owned her own firm for 15 years. She will be missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Fred “Pudgy” Ballard of the home; three sisters-in-law, Joan Chapman of Vale, Beckie B. Mitchem and husband Terry of Cary, and Sharon B. Burns of Charlotte; nieces, Kellie C. Dellinger and husband Ruskin of Vale and Kelly B. Simon and husband Jason of Charlotte; nephews, Duff Chapman and wife Whitney of Raleigh, Lee Chapman and wife Allison of Lincolnton, Mark Mitchem and wife Kristin of Lawrenceville, GA, and Jonathan Mitchem of Raleigh; and a number of great-nieces and great-nephews.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1901 Brunswick Avenue, Suite 100, Charlotte NC 28207, or to the Arthritis Foundation, Carolinas Chapter, 4530 Park Road, Suite 230, Charlotte, NC 28209.
Frances Chapman Ballard
( April 3, 1948 - March 25, 2015 )
Frances “Fran” Chapman Ballard, age 66, of 218 N. Dotger Avenue in Charlotte, died on Wednesday, March 25, 2015.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2015, in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Rick Sloop officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:45 until 1:45 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.
Mrs. Ballard was born April 3, 1948, in Lincoln county, to the late Stowe Henry and Helen Stamey Chapman. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Randy Chapman.
Fran was a devoted wife and an inspiration to many. She loved her family unconditionally along with her four cats. She enjoyed spending time with her family and taking trips to the beach. Fran was also a respected CPA in Charlotte for 40 years and owned her own firm for 15 years. She will be missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Fred “Pudgy” Ballard of the home; three sisters-in-law, Joan Chapman of Vale, Beckie B. Mitchem and husband Terry of Cary, and Sharon B. Burns of Charlotte; nieces, Kellie C. Dellinger and husband Ruskin of Vale and Kelly B. Simon and husband Jason of Charlotte; nephews, Duff Chapman and wife Whitney of Raleigh, Lee Chapman and wife Allison of Lincolnton, Mark Mitchem and wife Kristin of Lawrenceville, GA, and Jonathan Mitchem of Raleigh; and a number of great-nieces and great-nephews.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1901 Brunswick Avenue, Suite 100, Charlotte NC 28207, or to the Arthritis Foundation, Carolinas Chapter, 4530 Park Road, Suite 230, Charlotte, NC 28209.
Fran Ballard
- March 25th, 2015
Class of 1966
Joanna West ( Cronland)
- March 28th, 2015
Fran and I were high school cheerleaders together...I always have thought she was a beautiful person, and I wish we had spent lots of time together these last number of years, as I have, also, lived in Charlotte! She was a very special person, and I miss her. Let this be a lesson for us all....don't hesitate to take a little time, or occasion, to spend time with someone you like, and miss. We never know when our opportunities are past. Pudge, we love you. Fran is out of all pain, and definity in a better place. Take care of yourself...
Joanna (Cronland) West
Mary Linda Ballard (Helms)
Obituary:
Mary Linda Ballard
- December 31st, 2012
Class of 1965
Lisa Lail
- October 6th, 2013
You would be sooooo proud of your grandkids. They are all beautiful. You are missed everyday by us all.
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Ballard (Eaker)
Birth Date:
1950-11-17
Deceased Date:
2021-03-18
Obituary:
Gwendolyn Eaker Ballard
( November 17, 1950 - March 18, 2021 )
Gwendolyn Eaker Ballard, age 70, of The Shelby Manor in Shelby and formerly of Lincolnton, died on Thursday, March 18, 2021.
Gwen was born November 17, 1950, in Lincoln County, to the late David Eaker, Sr. and Gail Gaffney Eaker. She worked as a caretaker.
She is survived by two sons, Kyle Ballard (Natasha) of Iron Station, Jeff Lawing (Shanda) of Lincolnton; five grandchildren, Frank, Chris, Kyleigh, Katie and Allison; and a sister, Rhona Eaker Cathey of Weaverville, NC and a number of nephews and nieces.
A committal service will be held at a later date in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Gwendolyn Eaker Ballard
( November 17, 1950 - March 18, 2021 )
Gwendolyn Eaker Ballard, age 70, of The Shelby Manor in Shelby and formerly of Lincolnton, died on Thursday, March 18, 2021.
Gwen was born November 17, 1950, in Lincoln County, to the late David Eaker, Sr. and Gail Gaffney Eaker. She worked as a caretaker.
She is survived by two sons, Kyle Ballard (Natasha) of Iron Station, Jeff Lawing (Shanda) of Lincolnton; five grandchildren, Frank, Chris, Kyleigh, Katie and Allison; and a sister, Rhona Eaker Cathey of Weaverville, NC and a number of nephews and nieces.
A committal service will be held at a later date in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Ballard
- March 20th, 2021
Class of 1969
Suzanne Ballard (Ramseur)
Birth Date:
1952-08-09
Deceased Date:
2021-03-30
Obituary:
Suzanne Gayle Ramseur Ballard
( August 9, 1952 - March 30, 2021 )
Suzanne Ramseur Ballard, age 68, of North Aspen Street in Lincolnton, died on Tuesday, March 30, 2021.
Services will be private.
Suzanne Gayle Ramseur Ballard
( August 9, 1952 - March 30, 2021 )
Suzanne Ramseur Ballard, age 68, of North Aspen Street in Lincolnton, died on Tuesday, March 30, 2021.
Services will be private.
Suzanne Ballard
- March 30th, 2021
Class of 1970
Lillie Mae Ballard
Birth Date:
1947-01-13
Deceased Date:
2018-05-10
Obituary:
Lillie Mae Ballard, age 71, of Charlotte, passed away on May 10 after a long illness. She is survived by two sisters, Elizabeth Dalton of Seattle and Rhonda Hedspeth of Charlotte, and two nephews, Brian and Brigham Hedspeth.
A memorial gathering will be held in early June. Details will be available at Warlick Funeral Home's website.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or Hospice of North Carolina.
Lilli Mae grew up in Lincolnton and, after graduating from Lincolnton High School in 1965, pursued her dream of being a registered nurse. She had a fulfilling career at Presbyterian Medical Center that spanned 37 years and included many honors and accomplishments, including overseeing the opening of the first Oncology Unit at Presbyterian.
She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, friend and caregiver to many. She was loved by everyone who had the good fortune to know her and she will forever be in our hearts.
Lillie Mae Ballard, age 71, of Charlotte, passed away on May 10 after a long illness. She is survived by two sisters, Elizabeth Dalton of Seattle and Rhonda Hedspeth of Charlotte, and two nephews, Brian and Brigham Hedspeth.
A memorial gathering will be held in early June. Details will be available at Warlick Funeral Home's website.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or Hospice of North Carolina.
Lilli Mae grew up in Lincolnton and, after graduating from Lincolnton High School in 1965, pursued her dream of being a registered nurse. She had a fulfilling career at Presbyterian Medical Center that spanned 37 years and included many honors and accomplishments, including overseeing the opening of the first Oncology Unit at Presbyterian.
She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, friend and caregiver to many. She was loved by everyone who had the good fortune to know her and she will forever be in our hearts.
Lillie Mae Ballard
- May 13th, 2018
Class of 1965
Jerry Buzzy Ballard
Deceased Date:
1975-12-14
Jerry Buzzy Ballard
- October 29th, 2012
Class of 1967
Tommy Holbrooks
- November 15th, 2012
Buzzy and I were very good friends. Played baseball together in Little League, and pall'ed around for a number of years. I still occasionally ride by his house very nearr Asbury School. A life ended much too soon.
God bless you Buzzy.
Tommy
Ronnie "Eddie" Ballard
Birth Date:
1942-10-01
Deceased Date:
2014-07-02
Obituary:
( October 1, 1942 - July 2, 2014 )
Mr. Ronnie "Eddie" Ballard, age 71, of the Brian Center, and formerly of the Heath House in Lincolnton, died on Wednesday, July 2, 2014.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2014, at Forest Lawn Cemetery with Rev. Ken Jones officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 10:30 a.m. on Monday at Warlick Funeral Home.
Mr. Ballard was born October 1, 1942, in Lincoln County, to the late James Edgar and Delcia Sneed Ballard.He was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Ballard. He worked in furniture manufacturing.
He is survived by a son, Ronnie Ballard of Lincolnton; three brothers, David L. Ballard and wife Jackie of Long Shoals, Donald Ballard and wife Jean, and Bill Ballard and wife Carolyn, all of Lincolnton; and his nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
( October 1, 1942 - July 2, 2014 )
Mr. Ronnie "Eddie" Ballard, age 71, of the Brian Center, and formerly of the Heath House in Lincolnton, died on Wednesday, July 2, 2014.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2014, at Forest Lawn Cemetery with Rev. Ken Jones officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 10:30 a.m. on Monday at Warlick Funeral Home.
Mr. Ballard was born October 1, 1942, in Lincoln County, to the late James Edgar and Delcia Sneed Ballard.He was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Ballard. He worked in furniture manufacturing.
He is survived by a son, Ronnie Ballard of Lincolnton; three brothers, David L. Ballard and wife Jackie of Long Shoals, Donald Ballard and wife Jean, and Bill Ballard and wife Carolyn, all of Lincolnton; and his nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Ronnie "Eddie" Ballard
- July 3rd, 2014
Class of 1962
Cynthia Barber
Cynthia Barber
- January 22nd, 2013
Class of 1970
Kenneth Barger
Kenneth Barger
- April 16th, 2013
Class of 1960
Saida Elizabeth Barineau
Saida Elizabeth Barineau
- November 6th, 2012
Class of 1961
Rosemary Barker (Kennedy)
Birth Date:
1945-09-11
Deceased Date:
2010-12-23
Obituary:
Mrs. Rosemary Kennedy Barker, age 65, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2010, after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents James Milton Kennedy and Mary Helen Modlin Kennedy, maternal grandparents B.M. and Jessie Dellinger Modlin, all of Lincolnton, paternal grandparents Duncan R. and Beulah Hartsell Kennedy of Oakboro, N.C., aunt, Betty E. Modlin and uncles, William (Bill) W. Modlin and Eugene (Gene) D. Modlin and Robert (Bob) Modlin, all of Lincolnton. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Leon J. Barker of Lincolnton; two daughters, Melissa L. Barker and Melanie B. Carter, both of Lincolnton; sister and brother-in-law, Sandra K. Dowd and Roy Clinton Dowd, of Metter, Ga.; three grandchildren, Kaitlyn M. Carter, Campbell J. and Carrington R. Barker, all of Lincolnton; nephew, Corey Carpenter, of Metter, Ga.; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Rosa and Dwight Barker of Roaring River, N.C. and their many beloved family members. Mrs. Barker was a native of Albemarle, N.C., and lived in Oakboro, N.C., before moving to Lincolnton at the age of five. She was a graduate of High Point College in 1966, where she was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. She was employed by the State of N.C. for 30 years, working primarily in Gastonia and Charlotte, N.C., where she retired as a field tax auditor with the Employment Security Commission. Mrs. Barker was a member of First United Methodist Church of Lincolnton. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, sister-in-law and friend. She loved her family very much and was an integral part of all of their lives. Her favorite activities included those that involved family (watching her 13 year old granddaughter, Kaitlynn, dance at competitions, watching her 3 year old grandson, Campbell, play soccer, or watching her 1 year old granddaughter, Carrington, discover the world around her) and reading. Her three grandchildren adored their Mimi�
Mrs. Rosemary Kennedy Barker, age 65, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2010, after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents James Milton Kennedy and Mary Helen Modlin Kennedy, maternal grandparents B.M. and Jessie Dellinger Modlin, all of Lincolnton, paternal grandparents Duncan R. and Beulah Hartsell Kennedy of Oakboro, N.C., aunt, Betty E. Modlin and uncles, William (Bill) W. Modlin and Eugene (Gene) D. Modlin and Robert (Bob) Modlin, all of Lincolnton. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Leon J. Barker of Lincolnton; two daughters, Melissa L. Barker and Melanie B. Carter, both of Lincolnton; sister and brother-in-law, Sandra K. Dowd and Roy Clinton Dowd, of Metter, Ga.; three grandchildren, Kaitlyn M. Carter, Campbell J. and Carrington R. Barker, all of Lincolnton; nephew, Corey Carpenter, of Metter, Ga.; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Rosa and Dwight Barker of Roaring River, N.C. and their many beloved family members. Mrs. Barker was a native of Albemarle, N.C., and lived in Oakboro, N.C., before moving to Lincolnton at the age of five. She was a graduate of High Point College in 1966, where she was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. She was employed by the State of N.C. for 30 years, working primarily in Gastonia and Charlotte, N.C., where she retired as a field tax auditor with the Employment Security Commission. Mrs. Barker was a member of First United Methodist Church of Lincolnton. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, sister-in-law and friend. She loved her family very much and was an integral part of all of their lives. Her favorite activities included those that involved family (watching her 13 year old granddaughter, Kaitlynn, dance at competitions, watching her 3 year old grandson, Campbell, play soccer, or watching her 1 year old granddaughter, Carrington, discover the world around her) and reading. Her three grandchildren adored their Mimi�
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Charles Jerry Barkley
Birth Date:
1943-07-30
Deceased Date:
2014-06-15
Obituary:
Charles Jerry Barkley, age 70, of 110 McCleave Street in China Grove, passed away.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2014, in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service.
Mr. Barkley was born July 30, 1943, in Lincoln County, to the late Joseph Van and Louise Dellinger Barkley. He was the owner/photographer of Barkley Studios, and also a photographer for Lincoln Times-News and retired from Yellow Freight.
He is survived by a daughter, Malinda Barkley of Cornelius; two brothers, Fred Barkley of Raleigh and David Barkley of Wilmington; two sisters, Susan Hester of Lincolnton and Debbie Vance of Jacksonville, FL; friend, Kelly Pierce Rosales; and his very special K-9 companions.
Memorials may be made to Christian Ministry of Lincoln County, PO Box 423, Lincolnton, NC 28093.
Charles Jerry Barkley, age 70, of 110 McCleave Street in China Grove, passed away.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2014, in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service.
Mr. Barkley was born July 30, 1943, in Lincoln County, to the late Joseph Van and Louise Dellinger Barkley. He was the owner/photographer of Barkley Studios, and also a photographer for Lincoln Times-News and retired from Yellow Freight.
He is survived by a daughter, Malinda Barkley of Cornelius; two brothers, Fred Barkley of Raleigh and David Barkley of Wilmington; two sisters, Susan Hester of Lincolnton and Debbie Vance of Jacksonville, FL; friend, Kelly Pierce Rosales; and his very special K-9 companions.
Memorials may be made to Christian Ministry of Lincoln County, PO Box 423, Lincolnton, NC 28093.
Charles Jerry Barkley
- June 18th, 2014
Class of 1961
Jim (Horse) Hoyle
- April 3rd, 2017
Have some very good memories with Jerry (& Jackie Pohill) in our sports car club (60 members) and sport car functions. A good friend always ...no matter what predictment I got him into! Rest in heavenly peace my friend ...
L. C. Barkley
Birth Date:
1947-01-01
Deceased Date:
1964-01-01
L. C. Barkley
- May 14th, 2013
Class of 1965
Mike Barkley
Birth Date:
1951-04-11
Deceased Date:
2019-12-08
Obituary:
Harold Michael “Boo Boo” Barkley, age 68, of Candice Court, passed away peacefully at home Sunday December 8, 2019. He was born April 11, 1951 in Lincoln County to the late John Walter and Edith Wease Lowe Barkley.
Mike enjoyed restoring old cars. He participated with the New Year’s Shooters for many years. He also was retired from the City of Cherryville Public Works. Mike loved his family and will be dearly missed.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Poole.
Left to cherish his memory is loving wife of 21 years, Jannette Hicks Barkley; daughter, Brandy Sipe (T.J.) of Lincolnton; stepsons, John Oxentine (Paula) of Boone, and James Oxentine (Norma) of Cherryville; step-daughter, Teresa Jones (Gene Ray) of Sharon, SC.; brother, Edward Barkley; sisters, Harriet Smith, Jackie Lockman, and Martha Abee; 7 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
His family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Tuesday December 10, 2019 at Carpenter-Porter Funeral & Cremation Services.
Burial will be private.
Memorials may be sent to the family.
Harold Michael “Boo Boo” Barkley, age 68, of Candice Court, passed away peacefully at home Sunday December 8, 2019. He was born April 11, 1951 in Lincoln County to the late John Walter and Edith Wease Lowe Barkley.
Mike enjoyed restoring old cars. He participated with the New Year’s Shooters for many years. He also was retired from the City of Cherryville Public Works. Mike loved his family and will be dearly missed.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Poole.
Left to cherish his memory is loving wife of 21 years, Jannette Hicks Barkley; daughter, Brandy Sipe (T.J.) of Lincolnton; stepsons, John Oxentine (Paula) of Boone, and James Oxentine (Norma) of Cherryville; step-daughter, Teresa Jones (Gene Ray) of Sharon, SC.; brother, Edward Barkley; sisters, Harriet Smith, Jackie Lockman, and Martha Abee; 7 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
His family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Tuesday December 10, 2019 at Carpenter-Porter Funeral & Cremation Services.
Burial will be private.
Memorials may be sent to the family.
Mike Barkley
- December 14th, 2019
Class of 1969
James "Jim" Barkley, Jr.
Birth Date:
1948-02-28
Deceased Date:
2022-02-26
Obituary:
James Reeves Barkley, Jr.
( February 28, 1948 - February 26, 2022 )
James “Jim” Reeves Barkley Jr, 73, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 26, 2022.
Jim was born February 28, 1948, in Lincolnton, NC to the late James R Barkley Sr and Helen Schrum Barkley. A graduate of Lincolnton High School, class of 1966, Jim started his career as a transmission lineman with Duke Power and then transitioned to the City of Lincolnton Electrical Department working as a lineman while volunteering as a firefighter and EMT. Jim’s excellent service led to his appointment as the Assistant Fire Chief for the Lincolnton Fire Department. Jim decided to continue his career as a lineman with Williams Electric and later moved to Pike Electric where he worked for 26 years before retiring as an electrical distribution line general foreman.
Jim lived in Sherrills Ford, NC, with his wife, Sharon, of 37 years. In his free time, he enjoyed making wine from his home grown muscadines, singing karaoke, dancing, fishing, and spending time with countless friends and loved ones. Jim enjoyed life tremendously and will be remembered for his fun-loving spirit, kind heart, and great cooking.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his son, James “Trey” R. Barkley III; his daughter, Elizabeth “Liz” G. Barkley; and his sisters, Janette “Jan” Barkley Winston of Goshen, OH, and Carolyn Barkley Little of Wilmington, NC.
Jim is survived by his wife, Sharon Rhodes Barkley; his granddaughter, Shelby Laine Barkley and significant other Austin Harris of Lincolnton, NC; his brothers, Steven Barkley and wife Joyce of Denver, NC, Dale Barkley and wife Vicky of Lincolnton, NC, and John Barkley and significant other Susan Walters of Lincolnton, NC; his sister Christine “Chris” Barkley Hendrick of Lincolnton, NC; a beloved aunt, Margaret Barkley Ellis of Shelby, NC; and many cherished nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 4, 2022, from 12:00pm – 1:30pm at Warlick Funeral Home in Lincolnton, NC. A celebration of life service will follow visitation at 2:00pm in the Chapel of Warlick Funeral Home. Burial will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Lincolnton, NC.
Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice in Jim’s honor.
James Reeves Barkley, Jr.
( February 28, 1948 - February 26, 2022 )
James “Jim” Reeves Barkley Jr, 73, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 26, 2022.
Jim was born February 28, 1948, in Lincolnton, NC to the late James R Barkley Sr and Helen Schrum Barkley. A graduate of Lincolnton High School, class of 1966, Jim started his career as a transmission lineman with Duke Power and then transitioned to the City of Lincolnton Electrical Department working as a lineman while volunteering as a firefighter and EMT. Jim’s excellent service led to his appointment as the Assistant Fire Chief for the Lincolnton Fire Department. Jim decided to continue his career as a lineman with Williams Electric and later moved to Pike Electric where he worked for 26 years before retiring as an electrical distribution line general foreman.
Jim lived in Sherrills Ford, NC, with his wife, Sharon, of 37 years. In his free time, he enjoyed making wine from his home grown muscadines, singing karaoke, dancing, fishing, and spending time with countless friends and loved ones. Jim enjoyed life tremendously and will be remembered for his fun-loving spirit, kind heart, and great cooking.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his son, James “Trey” R. Barkley III; his daughter, Elizabeth “Liz” G. Barkley; and his sisters, Janette “Jan” Barkley Winston of Goshen, OH, and Carolyn Barkley Little of Wilmington, NC.
Jim is survived by his wife, Sharon Rhodes Barkley; his granddaughter, Shelby Laine Barkley and significant other Austin Harris of Lincolnton, NC; his brothers, Steven Barkley and wife Joyce of Denver, NC, Dale Barkley and wife Vicky of Lincolnton, NC, and John Barkley and significant other Susan Walters of Lincolnton, NC; his sister Christine “Chris” Barkley Hendrick of Lincolnton, NC; a beloved aunt, Margaret Barkley Ellis of Shelby, NC; and many cherished nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 4, 2022, from 12:00pm – 1:30pm at Warlick Funeral Home in Lincolnton, NC. A celebration of life service will follow visitation at 2:00pm in the Chapel of Warlick Funeral Home. Burial will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Lincolnton, NC.
Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice in Jim’s honor.
James "Jim" Barkley, Jr.
- February 27th, 2022
Class of 1966
Dixie Barnes
Deceased Date:
2003-08-29
Dixie Barnes
- November 6th, 2012
Class of 1961
Donnie Ruth Barnes (Bailey)
Birth Date:
1947-06-30
Deceased Date:
2015-07-04
Obituary:
Donnie Bailey Barnes
MOORE, S.C. — Donnie Bailey Turbeville Barnes, 68, of Moore, SC, died Saturday, July 4, 2015 at Rosecrest. Born June 30, 1947, in Gaston County, NC, reared in Lincolnton, NC, she was the daughter of Donie Shults Denton of Lincolnton, NC and the late Morrison (Bill) L. Bailey.
Donnie was a 1965 graduate of Lincolnton High School and held several degrees from USC-Columbia. She retired from BMW as a manager of Customs Compliance. She was also a member of Joy Lutheran Church.
Survivors in addition to her mother are her husband, Edward N. Barnes; step-father, Carroll Denton of Lincolnton; daughter, Kelly McDill (Howard) of Asheville; son, Michael Kiser of Wilmington; step-daughters, Stephanie Marshall of Illinois and Monica Gray (Dr. Ronald) of Spartanburg, S.C.; brothers, Michael Bailey (Judy) of Taylorville and Stephen Bailey (Jeannie) of Vale; 14 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 2:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at Joy Lutheran Church, 3980 Moore-Duncan Hwy., Moore, SC 29369. Funeral services will follow at 4 p.m., at the Church, conducted by the Rev. Lane Bembenek. Burial will be in Westwood Memorial Gardens, 6101 Reidville Road, Moore, SC 29369 immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Joy Lutheran Church Building Fund, 3980 Moore-Duncan Hwy., Moore, SC 29369.
An online guest register is available at www.floydmortuary.com.
Floyd’s North Church St. Chapel is serving the Barnes family.
Donnie Bailey Barnes
MOORE, S.C. — Donnie Bailey Turbeville Barnes, 68, of Moore, SC, died Saturday, July 4, 2015 at Rosecrest. Born June 30, 1947, in Gaston County, NC, reared in Lincolnton, NC, she was the daughter of Donie Shults Denton of Lincolnton, NC and the late Morrison (Bill) L. Bailey.
Donnie was a 1965 graduate of Lincolnton High School and held several degrees from USC-Columbia. She retired from BMW as a manager of Customs Compliance. She was also a member of Joy Lutheran Church.
Survivors in addition to her mother are her husband, Edward N. Barnes; step-father, Carroll Denton of Lincolnton; daughter, Kelly McDill (Howard) of Asheville; son, Michael Kiser of Wilmington; step-daughters, Stephanie Marshall of Illinois and Monica Gray (Dr. Ronald) of Spartanburg, S.C.; brothers, Michael Bailey (Judy) of Taylorville and Stephen Bailey (Jeannie) of Vale; 14 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 2:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at Joy Lutheran Church, 3980 Moore-Duncan Hwy., Moore, SC 29369. Funeral services will follow at 4 p.m., at the Church, conducted by the Rev. Lane Bembenek. Burial will be in Westwood Memorial Gardens, 6101 Reidville Road, Moore, SC 29369 immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Joy Lutheran Church Building Fund, 3980 Moore-Duncan Hwy., Moore, SC 29369.
An online guest register is available at www.floydmortuary.com.
Floyd’s North Church St. Chapel is serving the Barnes family.
Donnie Ruth Barnes
- July 5th, 2015
Class of 1965
Rentha Barrett (Mace)
Rentha Barrett
- January 19th, 2013
Class of 1963
Rachel Hill
- February 14th, 2013
How sad to learn that Rentha is gone. I will always remember her slow, sweet smile and compassion for others.
Brenda Bates (Harris)
Birth Date:
1946-07-14
Deceased Date:
2022-01-23
Obituary:
Gastonia, North Carolina
Brenda Harris Bates, 75, of Gastonia passed away January 23, 2022. She was born July 14, 1946 in McDowell County, North Carolina, a daughter of the late Von Ray Harris and Eunice Atkins Harris.
Brenda was raised in Lincolnton and was a graduate of Lincolnton High School. She was a Certified Public Accountant and would do anything for anyone. Brenda was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. Brenda loved spending time with her grandchildren and was known as "Nana B" to many. She was a loving sister, mother and grandmother and will be missed by many.
Brenda is survived by her sons, Von Heavner and wife, Ashley of Gastonia, NC, and Jeffrey Heavner and wife, Cathy of Polkton, NC; brother, Ronald Ray Harris and wife, Dottie of Hickory, NC; grandsons, Nicolas Heavner, Nash Heavner, and Dalton Heavner; nephew, Ronald "Buddy" Ray Harris, II; and extended Bates family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 27 years, John T. (J.D.) Bates.
A graveside service will be held at 12:00 pm in Gaston Memorial Park on Thursday, January 27, 2022 with Rev. Brandon McKoy officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Hope Baptist Church, 2024 Redbud Dr, Gastonia, NC 28056.
Condolence messages may be sent online at mcleanfuneral.com. McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the Bates family.
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Gastonia, North Carolina
Brenda Harris Bates, 75, of Gastonia passed away January 23, 2022. She was born July 14, 1946 in McDowell County, North Carolina, a daughter of the late Von Ray Harris and Eunice Atkins Harris.
Brenda was raised in Lincolnton and was a graduate of Lincolnton High School. She was a Certified Public Accountant and would do anything for anyone. Brenda was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. Brenda loved spending time with her grandchildren and was known as "Nana B" to many. She was a loving sister, mother and grandmother and will be missed by many.
Brenda is survived by her sons, Von Heavner and wife, Ashley of Gastonia, NC, and Jeffrey Heavner and wife, Cathy of Polkton, NC; brother, Ronald Ray Harris and wife, Dottie of Hickory, NC; grandsons, Nicolas Heavner, Nash Heavner, and Dalton Heavner; nephew, Ronald "Buddy" Ray Harris, II; and extended Bates family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 27 years, John T. (J.D.) Bates.
A graveside service will be held at 12:00 pm in Gaston Memorial Park on Thursday, January 27, 2022 with Rev. Brandon McKoy officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Hope Baptist Church, 2024 Redbud Dr, Gastonia, NC 28056.
Condolence messages may be sent online at mcleanfuneral.com. McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the Bates family.
To send flowers to the family of Brenda Harris Bates please visit our Tribute Store.
Brenda Bates
- January 24th, 2022
Class of 1964
Herbert (Herbie) Battle
Deceased Date:
1998-10-16
Mike Parrott
- December 31st, 2017
Saturday, the 30th would have been Herb’s 71st birthday, he was my best friend, he was every bit my brother. Let me clear something up that I have heard and bothers me a great deal, Herb died of a massive heart attack. We were leaning back on the front fender of my car, making plans for the next day, when he fell over, almost knocking me down. He was gone. Stress! My best memory, I have a lot, was “that’s the damn crooked-ist stick I have ever seen” and a little later that night “the moon is ossiscillating”. Slick, one day we will see that moon ossiscillate again. I think about you every day, I tell a Herb story just about every week. I have thought about you a lot today, New Year’s Eve, I love ya brother and I miss ya.
Debbie Wilkinson Woods
- October 9th, 2013
Herbie was a very dear friend, one of a kind and one of the nicest people I have ever known. He was like a brother and we had great times together. Miss him and loved him very much.
Herbert (Herbie) Battle
- November 12th, 2012
Class of 1965
Susie Wilkinson
- November 14th, 2012
He was like a brother, and we all miss him so much.
Nancy Baucom (Stallings)
Birth Date:
1943-10-18
Deceased Date:
2011-08-29
Nancy Baucom
- November 12th, 2012
Class of 1962
Ernest Baxter
Birth Date:
1946-08-29
Deceased Date:
2020-11-07
Obituary:
Ernest Yancey Baxter
( August 29,1946 - November 7, 2020 )
Mr. Ernest Yancey Baxter, age 74, of Lincolnton, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2020.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Hollybrook Cemetery. His body will lie in state at Warlick Funeral Home from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2020. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the family will not be present during this time.
Mr. Baxter was born on August 29, 1946 and was the son of the late Brodis Crouse Baxter, Sr. and Ruth McMurry Baxter. He was also preceded in death by his daughter and only child, Lisa, and two sisters, Sybil Baxter and Dorothy Weaver. He was retired from Timken.
Mr. Baxter is survived by his wife: Frances P. Baxter of the home; one sister, Connie Baxter of Springfield, IL and one brother, Brodis C. Baxter, Jr. of Vale.
Ernest Yancey Baxter
( August 29,1946 - November 7, 2020 )
Mr. Ernest Yancey Baxter, age 74, of Lincolnton, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2020.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Hollybrook Cemetery. His body will lie in state at Warlick Funeral Home from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2020. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the family will not be present during this time.
Mr. Baxter was born on August 29, 1946 and was the son of the late Brodis Crouse Baxter, Sr. and Ruth McMurry Baxter. He was also preceded in death by his daughter and only child, Lisa, and two sisters, Sybil Baxter and Dorothy Weaver. He was retired from Timken.
Mr. Baxter is survived by his wife: Frances P. Baxter of the home; one sister, Connie Baxter of Springfield, IL and one brother, Brodis C. Baxter, Jr. of Vale.
Ernest Baxter
- November 9th, 2020
Class of 1965 and also class of 1964
J. D. Beal
Sharon Jordan
- August 15th, 2020
J.D. I enjoyed working with you at Vermont America. You were a good friend! You died too soon. Sharon Schronce Jordan
J. D. Beal
- May 12th, 2013
Class of 1964
Jim "Horse" Hoyle
- September 8th, 2015
At random (I think), we chose the names of the band "Jay Dees" after my close friend Jasper Dixie Beal. By necessity, music groups have to become very close to do well. More than I ever knew, I surely did that with JD and most every one I performed with. ;God I miss all of fellows ! Horse '63
Burley Franklin Beal
Birth Date:
1940-10-12
Deceased Date:
2018-02-20
Obituary:
Burley Franklin Beal
( October 12, 1940 - February 20, 2018 )
Mr. Burley Franklin Beal, age 77, of Hill Road in Lincolnton, died on Tuesday, February 20, 2018.
His funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday February 23, 2018, at Asbury United Methodist Church with Rev. Ken Spencer and Rev. Mike Devine officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:45 p.m. prior to the service at the church.
Mr. Beal was born October 12, 1940, in Lincoln County, to the late Rufus and Iva Martin Beal. He worked in textiles.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Ann” Palmer Beal of the home; three sons, Ronald Beal, and wife Donna, Tommy Beal, and wife Tammy, and Terry Beal, and wife Paige, all of Lincolnton; three grandchildren, Brittany Ward, Ashley Bolen, and Lizzie Beal; and one great-grandchild, Caden Ward.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Asbury United Methodist Church, PO Box 676, Lincolnton, NC 28093.
Burley Franklin Beal
( October 12, 1940 - February 20, 2018 )
Mr. Burley Franklin Beal, age 77, of Hill Road in Lincolnton, died on Tuesday, February 20, 2018.
His funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday February 23, 2018, at Asbury United Methodist Church with Rev. Ken Spencer and Rev. Mike Devine officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:45 p.m. prior to the service at the church.
Mr. Beal was born October 12, 1940, in Lincoln County, to the late Rufus and Iva Martin Beal. He worked in textiles.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Ann” Palmer Beal of the home; three sons, Ronald Beal, and wife Donna, Tommy Beal, and wife Tammy, and Terry Beal, and wife Paige, all of Lincolnton; three grandchildren, Brittany Ward, Ashley Bolen, and Lizzie Beal; and one great-grandchild, Caden Ward.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Asbury United Methodist Church, PO Box 676, Lincolnton, NC 28093.
Burley Franklin Beal
- February 20th, 2018
Class of 1961
Richard (Ricky) Beal
Deceased Date:
2015-07-04
Richard (Ricky) Beal
- July 5th, 2015
Class of 1968
Nanci Beal
Nanci Beal
- November 12th, 2012
Class of 1965