All Obituaries

Stephen Daniel “Steve” Jenkins, age 49, of Requa Road, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 20, 1973 in Gaston County to Dan Jenkins and Judy Landers Lackey.     Steve enjoyed woodworking and building cabinets. He also enjoyed fishing, playing baseball, basketball, and football. He was an avid Atlanta Braves and UNC Tarheels fan.   He was preceded in death by his brother, Adam Ray Lackey; paternal grandparents, Grady and...

Aaron Lee Boyd, age 86, of Vale, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at his residence. He was born November 18, 1936 in Lancaster, SC to the late Leona Hudson and Jason Boyd.   Lee began boxing when he was 12 years old. After high school, he joined the Navy where he served on the USS Thomaston and fought for the Blue Jacket Boxing. During his career he was a Golden Glove Boxer (winning in both 1956 and 1959), was chosen for the 1960 Rome Olympics, fought twice at Madison Square...

Charles Douglas “Doug” Hopkins, age 91 of Vale, passed away peacefully, Monday, January 16, 2023 at his residence.  He was born May 11, 1931 in Belmont to the late Charles Howard and Grace Robinson Hopkins. He attended Belmont High School and was a Korean War Veteran of the United States Army serving from October 17, 1952 to October 16, 1954.  Doug retired from Package Products in Charlotte. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be remembered...

Robert Donald “Bob” Austell, age 83, of Cherryville passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at his residence.  He was born March 20, 1939 in Gaston County, a son of the late James Petty Austell, Jr. and Nell McGinnis Austell Daggerhart.  He was a 1957 graduate of Cherryville High School where he was selected Best Male Athlete.  Bob spent 38 years in management with Carolina Freight Carriers and retired as Vice President of Terminals.  Bob is fondly remembered by...

Evelyn Rholetter Bartlett, age 82, of Lincolnton, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2023 at The Addison of Lincolnton. She was born June 14, 1940 in Oconee South Carolina to the late Burt and Icie Rholetter.   Evelyn was a loving mother, a genuinely caring person, and will be missed dearly.    Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey “Bill” Bartlett, and two brothers, Floyd Rholetter, and Dan Rholetter.   Survivors include her son, Mitchell...

Shirley Evelyn Stewart Smith, age 87 of Cherryville, passed away Monday, December 19, 2022 at her residence.  She was born August 24, 1935 in Gaston County to the late John Emmitt and Mamie Clanton Stewart. Shirley was a graduate of Clover High School. She enjoyed watching classic western movies, especially John Wayne westerns.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Garnett Earl Smith; son, Leon Mauney; granddaughter, Amanda Eller; sister, Ellen...

Betty Lou Canipe Lane, age 83 of Cherryville, passed away Monday, December 19, 2022 at her residence.  She was born April 6, 1939 in Gaston County to the late Roy William and Sarah Ann Helms Canipe.  Betty was a member of Riverview Baptist Church where she was very active with the hospitality group, assisting with Baptisms, and helping out with the meals.  She was an excellent cook and an amazing caregiver.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Norma Jean Helms, age 57 of Lincolnton, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  She was born April 15, 1965 in Lincoln County to Grady Junior Helms and the late Alice Inez Mason Helms.  Norma was a very social person and loved being surrounded by friends.   Survivors include her father, Grady Helms; son, Harley Helms and wife, Christina; grandchildren, Mia and Abagail Helms; brother, Wayne Helms and wife, June; sister, Patricia Strickland;...

Rose Mary Sturgill Swindall Navey, age 76, of Cherryville, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2022, with her daughters by her side. She was born December 17, 1945, in Wise County Virginia to the late Dewey and Pearl Sturgill.   Rose was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend.  She enjoyed spending time with her family.  She always made time for everyone, providing support and love.  Rose owned and operated Rose Mary’s Beauty Salon,...

Lillie Jean Beaver Crumpton, age 80, of Black Avenue, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Atrium Health – Cleveland. She was born September 7, 1942 in Cherokee County, NC to the late Mont Laffette and Madge Adams Beaver. She was an 11th grade graduate of Northbrook High School, and a 12th grade graduate of Clover High School. She worked for many years as a Registered CNA. She was a member of Revival Tabernacle of Cherryville.   She was preceded in death by her...