Local obituaries for Taylorsville, NC Area.
George Fitzgerald Clark
Feb 27, 2026
George Fitzgerald Clark, age 59, was born on July 29, 1966, in Alexander County, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, at Wake Baptist Medical Center Winston-Salem. He was a devoted forklift operator at Borealis, where he was respected for his hard work and dedication.
George was a cherished member of his family, who held him in high regard and will...
William Jackson "Jackie" Smith
Feb 27, 2026
William Jackson Smith, affectionately known as Jackie, passed away on February 27, 2026, in Alexander County at the age of 83. Born on May 5, 1942, in Iredell County, Jackie lived a life rich in experience, dedication, and community service.
Throughout his career, Jackie was a respected farmer, known for his stewardship of many different animals. He was the proud owner...
Sandra Kay Ball Duke
Feb 26, 2026
Sandra Kay Ball Duke, age 64, passed away at her home in Alexander County on February 26, 2026. She was born on July 19, 1961, in Iredell County. Sandra's life was marked by her dedication to her family and her impactful work, particularly in the finishing department at Bassett.
Throughout her life, Sandra found joy and fulfillment in the love of...
Mary Marie Dagenhart Starnes
Feb 25, 2026
Mary Marie Dagenhart Starnes, age 95, lovingly known as Marie, was born on February 19, 1931, in Alexander County. She entered eternal rest on February 25, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County, leaving behind a legacy woven into the fabric of her family and community.
Marie cherished her family above all else. She was a loving mother to...
Cecil Emma Bowman Chapman
Feb 23, 2026
Cecil, (MawMaw), Emma Bowman Chapman, age 100, of Taylorsville moved to her heavenly home on Monday, February 23, 2026. She was born in Alexander County on July 31, 1925, daughter of the late Dewey and Nola McCalpin Bowman. She was a faithful member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church.
The love that she had for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren knew no...
Michael Jay Hollar
Feb 20, 2026
Michael "Mike" Jay Hollar passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, at the age of 81.
Born on March 5, 1944, in Alexander County, North Carolina, Mike spent his life there rooted in the Ellendale Community, where he built a legacy of faith, hard work, and devotion to family.
A devout Christian, Mike attended Antioch Baptist Church and Dudley Shoals Baptist Church....
Jeter Edward Greene
Feb 20, 2026
Jeter Edward Greene Sr. was born on February 24, 1952, in Watauga County, leaving a legacy characterized by his love for family and a profound dedication to farming. He passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, just a few days short of his birthday, at the age of 73.
Jeter's life was marked by a passion for agriculture, a calling he...
Chelsey LeAnn Lippard Ingle
Feb 19, 2026
Chelsey LeAnn Lippard Ingle, age 30, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and friend, passed away on February 19, 2026, at Gordon Hospice House in Iredell County, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that touched the lives of many. Born on July 26, 1995, in Iredell County, Chelsey greeted the world with a radiant smile and an infectious spirit...
Harold Nathaniel Simmons
Feb 11, 2026
Harold Nathaniel Simmons, age 68, a beloved husband, dad, poppa, brother, and friend, passed away on February 11, 2026, at UNC Chapel Hill. Born on June 20, 1957, in Watauga County, Harold lived a life rich in love for his heavenly Father, family, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature.
Harold was a man who found joy in the...
Margaret Yvonne Fritts Moore
Feb 10, 2026
Margaret Yvonne Fritts Moore, 65, of Taylorsville, passed away at her home on February 10, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Margaret was born on September 15, 1960, to the late Ivan Edward Fritts and Marie Alberty Fritts. She spent many years working as a registered nurse, where she cared for the elderly....
Larry Sherman Moretz
Feb 8, 2026
Larry Sherman Moretz, age 74, a devoted husband, dad, and PawPaw, passed away on February 8, 2026, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County, North Carolina. He was born on August 28, 1951, in Alexander County. A man of Christian faith, Larry was widely admired for his warm and inviting spirit.
Larry enjoyed life to the fullest as an avid outdoorsman who...
Edgar Corley
Feb 7, 2026
Edgar Corley, born on January 15, 1938, in Dade City, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026, at Taylorsville House in Alexander County. He was a devoted family man who loved and cherished the time spent with his family, especially his beloved granddaughter, Courtney Powell. Edgar’s warmth and kindness left a lasting impact on those around him, making him...
Virgil David Whitener
Feb 6, 2026
Virgil David Whitener, 64, of Statesville, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026.
Virgil was born on May 23, 1961, to Brenda Warren Whitener and the late Robert Whitener.
He was a member of Beulah Baptist Church and worked at Cintas Uniform Service, previously Rental Uniform Service.
He was a Jeep enthusiast and loved four-wheeling and farming on his tractor. He enjoyed helping...
Norma Jean Branton Rupard
Feb 6, 2026
Norma Jean Branton Rupard, age 81, of Hiddenite, passed away Friday February 6, 2026, after battling cancer. She was born June 11, 1944, in Iredell County to the late Robert Branton and Jettie Miller Branton. She was a faithful member or Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. She retired from Broyhill after 32 years.
Including her parents she was preceded in death by...
Claude Douglas McArthur Harrington
Feb 5, 2026
Brother Claude Douglas McArthur Harrington has laid down his working tools. Doug was born on May 31, 1942, the 13th child of Dessie Metta Chapman Harrington and Loyd Parks Harrington. His final days were met with Courage, Faith and Grace. Doug passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on February 5, 2026.
Doug was a beloved figure...
Hilda June Beaver Houchins
Feb 5, 2026
Hilda June Beaver Houchins, a cherished matriarch and beloved friend, peacefully passed away on February 5, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. Born on October 18, 1933, she was a guiding light to many, embodying love, faith, and dedication in every facet of her life.
Throughout her working career, Hilda served as a bookkeeper for Alexander County Schools. But it...
Bobby James Phillips
Feb 1, 2026
Bobby James Phillips, 88 of Hickory, North Carolina went to be with His Lord on Sunday, February 1st,
2026. He passed peacefully from this life to the next at his home with his family around him.
Bobby was born in Murphy, N.C. on March 20,1937 to Tommy Phillips and Pearl Rogers Phillips.
He was the oldest of seven children. He graduated from Murphy...
Janice Carolyn Shook Teague
Jan 30, 2026
Janice Shook Teague, age 88, of Hickory passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026.
She was preceded in death by husband William (Bill) Teague, brother Edwin Bostian.
Janice is survived by son Richie (Krystal), daughter Angie (Shawn), grandchildren Samantha (Chance), Cassidy, Rhett (Lauren), and Hope (Erik), great-grandchildren Kai, Cooper, and Beau, sister Sarah Bowman, brother Charles Shook, and multiple nieces and nephews.
Funeral...
Pamella Lynn Fogle Dunning
Jan 28, 2026
Pamella Lynn Fogle Dunning, born on August 23, 1958, in Livingston, New York, passed away on January 28, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. She leaves behind a cherished legacy steeped in love, devotion, and caring for others.
Pamella dedicated her professional life to serving as a study hall monitor for high school children, where she played an integral role...
Charles Robert Leo Scarbrough
Jan 28, 2026
Charles Robert Leo Scarbrough was called home by the Lord on January 28, 2026, after suffering from pneumonia from the RSV virus. He was born on November 27, 1945, to the late Dovie Reid Scarbrough and Albert Leo Scarbrough.
Including his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, John Robert Scarbrough, and brother, Gerald Dean Scarbrough.
Charles is survived by...
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