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Dot Grigg Dallas
Dorothy Beam Grigg, 92, transitioned from her earthly home to her eternal heavenly home April 15, 2021. Born in Cleveland County, October 9, 1928, she was the middle daughter of the late Yates Dewey Beam and Minnie Willis Beam. She graduated from Burns High School with plans to embark on a nursing career until she met the love of her life, Bobby Carpenter Grigg. After marrying, she dedicated her life to being a homemaker and mother to her...
Dorothy Beam Grigg, 92, transitioned from her earthly home to her eternal heavenly home April 15, 2021. Born in Cleveland County, October 9, 1928, she was the middle daughter of the late...
Mark Smallwood, Jr. Cherryville
Mark Frederick Smallwood, Jr., age 94 of Cherryville, NC, passed away Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Robin Johnson House. He was born August 1, 1926 in York, SC to the late Mark Frederick Smallwood Sr. and the late Dixie Knight Stinnette.
Mark was a WWII veteran of the United States Navy. He was a lifetime member of the Shelby VFW post 4066. Mr. Smallwood found great pleasure in bowling and playing softball for Wix. He had the privilege of playing in the softball World Series in New...
Mark Frederick Smallwood, Jr., age 94 of Cherryville, NC, passed away Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Robin Johnson House. He was born August 1, 1926 in York, SC to the late Mark Frederick...
Robert Wesp Cherryville
Robert “Bob” Johnson Wesp, age 67 of Cherryville, NC, formally of Andover, NJ passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center. He was born March 10, 1954 in Ridgewood, New Jersey to the late Robert Edward and Ruth Marion Johnson Wesp. Bob was formerly the owner of Robert J. Wesp, Land Surveyor, PLS in Andover, NJ. He always enjoyed being outdoors. Bob was an excellent cook and will be remembered for the many delicious...
Robert “Bob” Johnson Wesp, age 67 of Cherryville, NC, formally of Andover, NJ passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center. He was born March 10, 1954...
Todd Freeman Kings Mountain
Michael “Todd” Freeman, age 51 of Creek Run Ct. went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 6, 2021. He was born July 31, 1969 in Lincoln County, a son of Jim and Janice Lingerfelt Owens. Todd was a member of Independent Baptist Tabernacle. He was a gamer and also enjoyed playing Softball. He was a loving husband, father, son, grandfather, brother, and friend to many.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Larry...
Michael “Todd” Freeman, age 51 of Creek Run Ct. went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 6, 2021. He was born July 31, 1969 in Lincoln County, a son of Jim and Janice...
Linda Summitt Cherryville
Linda Hall Summitt, age 71, of Mary’s Grove Road, passed away Monday, April 5, 2021 at Atrium Health - Cleveland. She was born May 26, 1949, in Mecklenburg County to the late Robert and Faye Holloway Hall.
Linda enjoyed her daily Soap Operas. She also enjoyed watching Wrestling, especially the WWE. Linda loved her family and will be remembered for her caring heart.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her fiancé, Russell Richard, and her brother, Pat...
Linda Hall Summitt, age 71, of Mary’s Grove Road, passed away Monday, April 5, 2021 at Atrium Health - Cleveland. She was born May 26, 1949, in Mecklenburg County to the late Robert and Faye...
Raela Ruiz Dallas
Raela Marie Ruiz, infant daughter of Pablo and Meagan Nordmark Ruiz, returned to the Lord Tuesday, March 30, 2021. She was born March 26, 2021 in Mecklenburg County. Although Raela’s life on earth was very short, it was filled with God and she only knew love. She was so loved by so many.
She was preceded in death by her aunt, Dominica Marie Nordmark.
In addition to her parents, Pablo and Meagan, she is survived by her big brother, Ian Ruiz;...
Raela Marie Ruiz, infant daughter of Pablo and Meagan Nordmark Ruiz, returned to the Lord Tuesday, March 30, 2021. She was born March 26, 2021 in Mecklenburg County. Although...
Janice White Cherryville
Janice Mattie Loftis White, age 74 of Cherryville, passed away Sunday, March 28, 2021 at her daughter’s residence. She was born June 9, 1946 in Swain County to the late Faxton “Bud” Loftis and the late Eula Mae Barker Loftis. Janice loved flowers and gardening. She enjoyed fishing and animals and was an excellent cook.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Larry Loftis, Valerie Gates, and Randy...
Janice Mattie Loftis White, age 74 of Cherryville, passed away Sunday, March 28, 2021 at her daughter’s residence. She was born June 9, 1946 in Swain County to the late Faxton...
Robert Shuford Vale
Robert Deal Shuford, age 67 of Vale passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at his residence. He was born July 7, 1953 in Lincoln County to the late Thomas and Kathyrne Louis Deal Shuford. Robert was a Vietnam Veteran in the United States Army. He was diehard Grateful Dead fan and enjoyed listening to music. Robert was a master carpenter and roofer. He was a jack of all trades and took great pride in his work. He always kept himself busy working around the...
Robert Deal Shuford, age 67 of Vale passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at his residence. He was born July 7, 1953 in Lincoln County to the late Thomas and Kathyrne Louis Deal Shuford. ...
Laura Allran Cramerton
Laura Daphene Reid Allran, age 84, of Misty Harbor Circle, passed away Monday, March 22, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center. She was born November 5, 1936 in Gaston County to the late Everette Reid, Sr. and the late Annabelle Featherstone Reid.
Laura grew up in Lowell, North Carolina and sang solos in the church choir. She also played the saxophone. She was an avid reader (her entire home was lined with bookshelves with stacks and stacks of books. Laura loved birds, flowers, and...
Laura Daphene Reid Allran, age 84, of Misty Harbor Circle, passed away Monday, March 22, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center. She was born November 5, 1936 in Gaston County to the late...
Russell Whitworth Cherryville
Russell Whitworth, age 90, of Brown Watterson Drive, passed away peacefully Monday, March 22, 2021. He was born June 17, 1930 in Cleveland County to the late James Burton and Sussie Barrett Whitworth.
Russell was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church. He farmed and grew watermelons. He enjoyed his family and spending time with his grandson Gage.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Stella Mae Dollarhide Whitworth; son, Clifford Hill, daughters, Willie Mae Shufford, and Diane...
Russell Whitworth, age 90, of Brown Watterson Drive, passed away peacefully Monday, March 22, 2021. He was born June 17, 1930 in Cleveland County to the late James Burton and Sussie Barrett...
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