All Obituaries

Rebecca Ann Brackett, age 70 of Lincolnton, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Atrium Health – Lincoln.  She was born March 5, 1949 in Lincoln County to the late John Brackett and Dorothy Brackett Homesley.  Rebecca was a graduate of Lincolnton High School and Gardner Webb University.  She was retired from Lincoln County Social Services where she was employed as a social worker.  Rebecca enjoyed reading, jigsaw puzzles, and crocheting.    In...

Pedro S. Pardo Jr., age 36, of Vale, NC died on October 14th, 2019 in his home. He was born October 29,1982 in Lincolnton, NC. Pedro attended Cherryville High School and was a graduate of Gaston College.  He worked at Drake Enterprises and North Carolina Spin Co. He was a lover of all things sports, an avid reader and a member of Missionary Methodist Church of Cherryville.  Pedro had a heart of gold, a big warm personality and a smile that could light up the darkest room. He will...

Beatrice McGinnis Crotts Sisk, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday October 7, 2019 at Peak Resources, Cherryville. She was born July 22, 1925 in Rutherford County to the late Robert and Doschia Donahue McGinnis. She was raised by Mamie Hardin. Beatrice worked for years as a spinner and retired from Rhyne Mills. She was a well-loved mother and grandmother to her family. She loved the Lord and was a joy to be around. She will be missed. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of...

Ricky “Rick” Ray Royall, age 44, of Carpenter Road, passed away peacefully in his sleep Sunday October 6, 2019. He was born April 19, 1975 in Caldwell County. Ricky was an avid Wolfpack fan, he loved history, and science fiction. Rick also loved reading Harry Potter and Star Wars novels, while also enjoying watching the films as well. Even though he loved these things, his two most important things in life were God and his family. He was preceded in death by his grandparents,...

Billy (Bill) Frank Sigmon died October 1, 2019 at Wendover of Shelby, NC. Bill was born in Cherryville, August 23, 1937; he was a son of the late Rufus Eugene and Vida Mauney Sigmon.  He retired from Carolina Freight Carriers.  He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, where he was bestowed the honor of Elder Emeritus in 2010, served on various committees, was on the C.A.R.E. visitation team, cooked for Presbyterian Men’s monthly meetings, Wednesday night youth club, and...

Gary Robert Hallman, age 74 of S. Elm St. passed away Friday, September 27, 2019 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  He was born November 24, 1944 in Lincoln County to the late Carl Robert and Candice Vera McGinnis Hallman.  He was a member of Anthony Grove Baptist Church.  Gary was an avid sports fan and loved the Duke Blue Devils.  He was a great supporter of Cherryville Little League and American Legion Post #100 baseball.  He lettered in 5 sports in high school...

Vickie Barger Reynolds, age 73 formerly of Suncrest Rd., passed away Friday, September 27, 2019 at Atrium Health in Pineville.  She was born November 28, 1945 to the late Bill “Bear Hunter” and Aileen Helms Barger.  She was faithful Christian lady and a longtime member of First Baptist Church where she participated in many activities, including a mission trip to England.  She was an avid sports fan and loved to watch sports, especially the Atlanta...

Benny Wade “Paw” Tate, age 61, of Bess Chapel Church Road, passed away peacefully Wednesday September 25, 2019 at Levine and Dickson Hospice House. He was born January 19, 1958 to Jim Tate and the late Bennie Sue Beam Tate. Benny was a member of Anthony Grove Baptist Church and was also a member of the Barnabas Sunday School Class. Benny absolutely loved his grandchildren. He was truly loved and was known as “Paw” by everyone. He was a beloved husband, son, father,...

Norma Anne Bolick passed away at home in Pennington NJ on September 23, 2019 at 87 years of age, following a long battle with cancer. She grew up with her two sisters in Cherryville, NC. While attending Appalachian State University she met the love of her life, her husband of 62 years, Melford Carroll Bolick. After moving to Princeton in 1969, she became active volunteer and member of her community until her death. One of her proudest accomplishments was as the leader of Girl Scout Troop...

Diana Helms Beam, age 73 of Spring St. passed away Sunday, September 22, 2019 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.  She was born September 2, 1946 in Cleveland County to the late Junious Clyde and Sue Lingerfelt Helms.  Diana was a member of First Baptist Church.  She retired after 35 years with Bank of America.  She then served for 13 years as the Vice President of the Cherryville Chamber of Commerce.  Diana enjoyed gardening and decorating.  She loved spending...