Darlene Warlick (Waters)

Darlene Inez Waters Warlick, age 64, of Bill Lynch Road in Lincolnton, died on Thursday, December 29, 2016.

Her funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 1, 2017, in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ricky Brown officiating.  Burial will follow in the Asbury United Methodist Church Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 1:45 p.m. on Sunday prior to the service at the funeral home.  

Darlene was born August 2, 1952, in Lincoln County, to the late Johnny  and Lena Richard Waters.  She worked in human resources for American Efird.

She is survived by two sons, Johnny Warlick and Shannon Warlick, both of L...

Jane Warlick (Hughes)

I do not know when Jane passed away, but her name is listed as deceased on her husband David Paul Warlick's Obituary on 3/11/2019. 

Stephen (Steve) Warlick

Stephen Warlick Obituary

WARLICK, Stephen 74, of Zephyrhills, died January 25, 2024. He is survived by his daughter, Amberly; and sister, Nancy Wallace Warlick Warren.

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Bonita Warren (Hager)

Bonita Faye Hager Warren

( March 24, 1950 - October 16, 2019 )

Bonita Faye Hager Warren, age 69, of Goodson Road in Maiden, died on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, after losing her courageous battle with cancer.  She was a beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother.  

Her funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at Ivey Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Tim Byrd and Rev. Jim Mathews officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:30 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. at the church.

Mrs. Warren was born March 24, 1950, in Lincoln County, to the late Coley Eugene Hage...

Gary "Tun" Warren

Gary Neal "Tun" Warren

( March 19, 1946 - December 4, 2023 )

Gary Neal “Tun” Warren, age 77, of Goodson Road, Maiden passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2023 in the Ivey Memorial Methodist Church Cemetery with Rev. Tim Byrd officiating.  The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11:00 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. at Ivey Memorial Methodist Church.  

Mr. Warren was born on March 19, 1946 to the late Woodrow Wilson and Ina Ruth  Gardner Warren.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Bonita Hager Warren.  Mr. Warren was retired after 42 years from...

Kaye Waters (Glenn)

Kaye Glenn Waters, July 31, 1949 – November 14, 2023

“Death is not putting out the light. It is only extinguishing a lamp because the day has come.”

Kaye lived her life with purpose and kindness. Her wish was for those that knew her and loved her to celebrate all the goodness that surrounds us as a way of remembering her. Even though her physical body has left us, it is her example of living each day fully that comforts us.

Kaye is survived by her husband, John Waters; her son, Thomas waters and his wife Nikki Waters; her daughter, Kecia Waters; her grandchildren, Thomas Waters Jr., Owen Waters, Chelsea Waters, Akil Tolliver, Red Tolliver, Sharif Tolliv...

Joy Watson (Keener)

Joy Keener Watson, 75, of Murphy went home to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, November 2, 2022. She was a native of Lincolnton, North Carolina and a 1965 graduate of Lincolnton High School. She then attended and graduated from Western Carolina University in 1969, where she met her future husband, Joseph Wayne Watson and received degrees in Marketing and Advertising. In 1971, she received a degree in Business Ed. also from Western Carolina University. She later received her Master’s in Business Administration from Appalachian State University.


Joy began her career teaching 6th grade at Hiwassee Dam and Business Education at Andrews High School for three years. Jo...

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Dorothy Weaver (Baxter)

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Ann Webb (Mace)

Jane Whitaker (Mullen)

Jane Whitaker, age 69, passed away suddenly at her home in Wellington, Florida on Saturday, April 18. 2020. Jane was born on September 8, 1950 in Lincolnton, North Carolina. She married her beloved husband, Edward Whitaker on February 27, 1981. Jane attended Lenoir Rhyne University in Hickory, North Carolina. She was a valued teacher at Lake Worth High School in Lake Worth Florida from 1975 until 2004, when she retired. Jane was honored as a “Who’s Who Among Americans Teachers” recipient. Jane was an avid reader and crossword puzzle solver. She loved her cats, Paul McCartney and the theatre. Jane enjoyed travelling and was a dedicated fan of the Tarheels and the Miami Dolphins. Her sense of...

Billy White

Billy Gene White

( April 29, 1947 - July 22, 2015 )

Billy Gene White, age 68, of Vale, died on Wednesday, July 22, 2015.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 26, 2015, at Long Creek Baptist Church in Dallas, NC. The family will receive friends graveside following the service. 

Mr. White was born April 29, 1947, in Gaston County, to the late Henry Willard and Betty Davis White. 

He is survived by his companion, Nelda Cashion of the home; three daughters, Kimberly Sudol of Clover, SC, Windy White of Texas, and Misty Long of Dallas; six grandchildren, Austin Long, Brooke Long, Chase Long, Christi...

Floyd Wayne Whitesides

Floyd Wayne Whitesides

( February 8, 1949 - March 8, 2017 )

Floyd Wayne Whitesides, age 68, of 1800 Southside Road in Lincolnton, died on Wednesday, March 8, 2017.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2017, at Warlick Funeral Home.  Burial will be private.

Wayne was born February 8, 1949, in Lincoln County, to the late James and Alice Rudisill Whitesides.  He worked in textiles.

He is survived by a son, Doug Whitesides of Lincolnton; a daughter, Dawn Miller of Mt. Holly; a brother, Marshall Whitesides of Lincolnton; and two grandchildren, Randy Miller and Lacey Miller, both of...

MaryJane Whitesides

Wayne Brevard Whitesides

Linda Wilkinson (Norman)

June 3, 1943 - May 10, 2023

Mrs. Linda Earlene Norman Wilkinson, 79, of Valdese, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at UNC-BR Morganton, following a period of declining health.

Linda was born on June 3, 1943, in Lincoln County to the late William Earl Norman and Isabell Sullivan Norman. She was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church of Valdese and retired after 30 years of teaching with Burke County Public Schools. She was heavily involved with her church over the years, enjoyed watching baseball, growing flowers and spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Belton...

Rebecca "Becky" Wilkinson (Crouse)

Rebecca Lynn “Becky” Crouse Wilkinson, age 70 of Cherryville passed away Friday, July 10, 2020 at her residence.  She was born July 15, 1949 in Lincoln County to the late Hall Edmond and Ruby Huffman Crouse.  She was a member of First Baptist Church where she served on various committee and was a member of the Renee Crain Mission Group.  She was very artistic, sang in the choir, and enjoyed playing the piano. Becky was a licensed North Carolina Contractor and Realtor. 
 
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Slade Wilkinson.
 
Survivors includer her husband of 52 years, Steve Wilkinson; son, Shea Wilkinson; and grandsons, Austin Wilkins...

Gail Williams (Heavner)

 


Gail Heavner Williams

( March 19, 1948 - December 17, 2020 )

Gail Heavner Williams, 72, of Arden Oaks, Lincolnton, NC, left this world on Thursday, December 17th, 2020. Gail was born to the late Harold and Virginia “Pete” Heavner on March 19, 1948 in Lincolnton, NC. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers-in-law, Dan Auton, Freddie Barrett, and Michael Crowell.

Gail was a graduate of Lincolnton High School, attended King’s and Gaston Colleges, and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She was Corporate Secretary and Treasurer of Central...

Ronnie Williams

Tommy Wade Williams

Tommy Wade Williams
( November 24, 1951 - March 6, 2024 )
Tommy Wade Williams, age 72, of Highway 27 West in Lincolnton, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in Forest Lawn Cemetery with Rev. Eddie Yount officiating. The family will speak with friends graveside following the service.

Mr. Williams was born November 24, 1951, in Cleveland County, to the late Tom and Ava Hullett Williams. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael Wade Williams; and two brothers, Ralph Williams and Kack Williams. Tommy served in the United States Army. He wor...

Alfred Dean Wilson

Alfred Dean Wilson

( June 12, 1948 - April 25, 2016 )

Alfred “Dean” Wilson, age 67, of 1328 Little Valley Lane in Lincolnton, died on Monday, April 25, 2016.

A graveside service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at Forest Lawn Cemetery with Dennis White officiating. 

Mr. Wilson was born June 12, 1948, in Lincoln County, to the late James A. and Hazel Ritchie Wilson. He worked as a truck driver for Cochrane Furniture.

He is survived by two sons, Tim Wilson and Jamie Wilson, both of Lincolnton; three stepsons, Mitchell White of Lincolnton, Dennis White of Kings Mountain, and Tim White of Lincolnto...

Elaine Wilson (Duncan)

Prayers for the family of 1969 classmate Rose Elaine Duncan Wilson (Elaine Duncan) who passed away on August 8,2022. She is survived by her sisters Judy Duncan Sigmon (husband Jay) and Nancy Duncan.

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Susan Wilson (Heavner)

Sammy Wilson,Jr.

Samuel Allen Wilson, Jr.
( December 31, 1942 - February 11, 2025 )
Samuel Allen Wilson, Jr., age 82, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

Mr. Wilson was born December 31, 1942, in Alexandria, Louisiana, to the late Dr. Samuel Allen Wilson, Sr. and Mamie Cooper Wilson. He was a Wake Forest and Mercer Law School graduate and retired as a United States Attorney.

He is survived by a son, Samuel A. “Sammy” Wilson, III of Athens, GA; daughter, Katherine Elizabeth Wilson of Athens, GA; brother, Dr. William G. Wilson (Patti) of Charlottesville, VA; sister, Jane Wilson Finger (Kenny) of Lincolnton; grandchildren, Hope Wilson...

Deborah Wise (Roberts)

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Deborah “Deb” R. Wise, 67, died Thursday, October 19, 2023 at her home.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at George Brothers Funeral Service.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Deb was born August 1, 1956 in Lincoln county to the late Paul Vance Roberts, Sr. and Marian Pendleton Roberts.  She retired after 32 years as court reporter with the NC Superior Court.
She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Timothy N. Wise of the home; sons, Robby Wise (Leah), and Matt Wise all of Greensboro; grandchildren, Hardy, Wyatt, Paxton, and Laurel Wise; sisters, Dana Ross, C...

Donna Kay Wise (Dellinger)

Donna Kay Wise

( May 15, 1945 - March 19, 2023 )

Donna Kay Dellinger Wise, age 77, of Lincolnton, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023.

Her funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church with Rev. Troy Howard officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:45 p.m. on Thursday at the church.

Kay was born May 15, 1945, Gaston County, to the late Thomas Eli Dellinger and Geraldine Baker Dellinger.  She was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, graduated from Lincolnton High School, and Kings College.   View Memorial and Tributes

Vickie Wise (McGee)

Vickie McGee Wise

( January 24, 1944 - April 14, 2023 )

Vickie McGee Wise, age 79, of Leonard’s Fork Church Road in Crouse, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, April 17, 2023, at River View Baptist Church with Rev. Barry Brookshire and Rev. Mike Young officiating.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 5:45 p.m. on Monday at the church.

Vickie was born January 24, 1944, in Lincoln County, to the late George O. McGee and Lola Michael McGee.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a sister, Linda McGee Ledford Auton.  She worked for...

Betty Withers (Lawing)

Betty Bernice Lawing Withers

( July 10, 1945 - October 07, 2023 )

Betty Bernice Lawing Withers, age 78, of Dogwood Flower Lane in Lincolnton, NC, passed away on Saturday, October 07, 2023.  Mrs. Withers was born July 10, 1945, in Lincoln County, daughter of the late Lawrence and Edna Clemmer Lawing.  

Mrs. Withers is survived by her daughter, Angela Withers (Colin Robinson) of the home; son, Scott Withers (Deborah) of Lincolnton; grandchildren, Meghan Withers of Charlotte, and Scott Withers, Jr. (Maddie Schenck) of Charlotte; nieces, Billie Dekle (Evan), and Darlene Reep (Charlie); and nephews, Larry Green and Donnie Sanborn.

In add...

Gary Alexander Withers

Gary Withers Obituary
Gary L. Withers, NCC, NCSC (aka Counselor Gary), age 73, of Hickory, NC, passed away at Catawba Valley Medical Center, after a long and hard fought battle with complications from Diabetes and Lung Disease. Gary went to his Heavenly home to be with the Lord on March 20, 2025. He was the son of the late Marshall Withers of Denver, NC and the late Mildred Withers, of Lincolnton. He is survived by his wife, Lyndon, of Hickory, and by his sister, Gail Robinson, and her husband, Patrick, of Asheville / Southport, NC; and by his Nephew, David Withers, and his wife, Xylvia of Lincolnton, and by his Grandnephew, Noah Withers, also of Lincolnton. He was honored to be the g...

James(Sheriff) Withers

James Michael Withers

( July 28, 1941 - November 1, 2016 )

Mr. James Michael Withers, age 75, of Dogwood Flower Lane in Lincolnton, died on Tuesday, November 1, 2016.

His funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 6, 2016, at Friendly Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Harris officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 2:45 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Mr. Withers was born July 28, 1941, in York, South Carolina, to the late Charlie and Edna Pierce Withers.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by brothers Troy Withers, Osbourn...

Cecil (Monty) Woodruff

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Cecil "Monty" Woodruff, 53, of Lincolnton passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022 at Atrium Health Lincoln. Born April 9th, 1969 he was the son of Cecil William Woodruff and Glenda Bollinger Fox.

Left to cherish his memory are a daughter Kourtney Flowers; four sons Matthew Woodruff, Keith Woodruff, Kevin Woodruff, and Kele Woodruff; a stepdaughter Keary Sherbert; his mother Glenda Dean Fox; and a brother Gregory Woodruff.

He was preceded in death by his father Cecil Woodruff.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Please sign the online guestbook at www.ca...

Roy Woodruff

Lana Woods (Trammel)

Lana Trammel Woods, age 70, of 162 Riverside Drive in Hertford, NC, and formerly of Terrell, died on Monday, June 3, 2013.

 

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, June 7, 2013 at Crowell Memorial UnitedMethodist Church with Rev. Freida Hobson officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:30 until 2:45 pm on Friday prior to the service at the church.

 

Mrs. Woods was born May 26, 1943. She was the retired co-owner/operator of Catawba Valley Catering and Vending and recently the co-owner/operator of Albemarle Pet Sittin’ in Hertford. 

 

She is...

Beth Wrenn (Gilbert)

Elizabeth (Beth) Gilbert Wrenn 08/20/51 - 07/03/22 Beth was born in Lincolnton, NC to amazing parents, Hubert and Miriam Gilbert who taught her kindness, love, joy, generosity, responsibility, and service to others, enduring qualities that defined Beth’s life. She is survived by her husband Lee of 47 years, her son Philip Wrenn (Anna), her daughter Anna Bruton (Michael), and her granddaughter Kayla Bruton. She was predeceased by her parents and her brother Larry Gilbert. Beth attended Greensboro College where she made lifelong friendships which she dearly cherished. In 1973 she received her bachelor's degree in elementary education. She taught in Highpoint and later at Tileston Elementary in...

Roger Yarbrough

Roger Eric Yarbrough, 70, of Burlington died on May 7, 2019 from complications of Prostate Cancer. He was born in Lincolnton, NC to Moses Gilbert Yarbrough and Elsie Lee Helms. Roger was Valedictorian of his graduating class at Lincolnton High School in 1967. He was a National Merit Scholarship Finalist and attended UNC Chapel Hill as an English Major. While away at college, he met his wife of 47 years, Patricia King Yarbrough.
Roger proudly served his country as a Communication Technician in the US NAVY. During the Vietnam War, he studied Russian in order to work as part of a Special Intelligence Group stationed in Edzell, Scotland. When the war ended, Roger and his wife Patricia deci...