Local obituaries for Taylorsville, NC Area.
Richard William Jones, Jr.
Apr 25, 2026
Richard William Jones, Jr., age 79, affectionately known as Rick, passed away on April 25, 2026, at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Wilkes County, North Carolina. Born on April 11, 1947, in Wilkes County, Rick lived a full and dedicated life marked by service, passion, and commitment to both family and community.
Rick began his professional journey in the...
Myrtle Daphne St. Clair Warren
Apr 24, 2026
Myrtle Daphne St. Clair Warren, born on October 19, 1941, in Alexander County, left this earth to be with Christ her Saviour in Heaven on April 24, 2026, in Catawba County at Trinity Ridge. She lived a full life, marked by love and commitment to God and her family.
Myrtle was what some would call a “pistol” or a “firecracker,” being...
Wendell Keith Allen
Apr 23, 2026
Wendell Keith Allen, age 74, born on August 14, 1951, in Alexander County, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at the Valley Nursing Center in Alexander County. A devoted family man and a cherished member of his community, Wendell lived a life marked by dedication, passion, and a deep love for those around him.
A man of varied interests, Wendell...
Robert Keith Combs
Apr 21, 2026
Robert Keith Combs, age 66, known by family and friends as Keith, passed away at his home in Timmonsville, South Carolina on April 21, 2026. He was born on November 1, 1959, in Iredell County. Growing up, Keith was raised in Tabernacle Church in Stony Point and later attended Three Forks Baptist Church.
Keith always loved his family and he loved...
Robert Lee Connolly
Apr 21, 2026
Robert Lee Connolly, age 85, a member of Carson Chapel and cherished family man, passed away unexpectedly on April 21, 2026, in Alexander County, North Carolina. Born on September 10, 1940, in Alexander County, Robert dedicated much of his working career to crafting samples for Daniels Woodcarving, showcasing his skill and dedication to his trade.
Robert was a man of many...
Alma Jean Payne
Apr 19, 2026
Alma Jean Payne, age 93, a cherished attendee of the Parson of the Hills Christian Outreach, passed away peacefully at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation in Wilkes County on April 19, 2026. She was born on March 23, 1933, in Rowan County.
Alma Jean's life was marked by a quiet strength and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life....
Bobbie Gilbert Ferguson
Apr 17, 2026
Bobbie Gilbert Ferguson, age 88, a manager in the banking industry and a devoted member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on April 17, 2026. Born on October 30, 1937, in Lincoln County, Bobbie Jean led a life marked by dedication, both to her professional career and her beloved family.
Throughout her working years, Bobbie...
Myrtle Lillian Carroll Ingle
Apr 16, 2026
Myrtle Lillian Carroll Ingle, age 97, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. Born on March 6, 1929, in Yancey County, Myrtle’s life was a testament to love, dedication, and warmth that radiated from her heart to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Myrtle was...
Ginger Icenhour Annas
Apr 10, 2026
With grace and grit, Ginger Icenhour Annas, 66, of Taylorsville, fought hard until the end, peacefully going to be with the Lord on Friday, April 10th. Born August 18th, 1959, her life was marked by selfless service, she was the heartbeat for so many. She was a pillar of strength for her family, a devoted friend, and passionately served in...
Christopher "Chris" Lynn Hefner
Apr 10, 2026
Christopher "Chris" Lynn Hefner, age 64, born on May 15, 1961, in Catawba County, passed away on April 10, 2026, in Guilford County. He dedicated 28 years of his life to shaping young minds as an educator at Stony Point Elementary School. Chris earned his bachelor's degree in education from Lenior Rhyne University and was twice honored with the Teacher...
Susan Elizabeth Smith Starnes
Apr 9, 2026
Susan Elizabeth Smith Starnes, born on January 25, 1962, in Alexander County, went to be with our Lord and Savior and her family on April 9, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. She was a member of Friendly Baptist Church and devoted much of her life to her faith and community.
Susan loved and cherished her family above...
Donald Lewis Nicholson
Apr 2, 2026
Donald Lewis Nicholson, affectionately known as Don, age 70, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Born on Thursday, March 1, 1956, in Wilkes County, Don lived a life rich with devotion, love, and dedication to both his family and his faith.
Don worked as an electrician for G.L. Wilson, where his skill and...
Lori Ann Hollar
Mar 29, 2026
Lori Ann Hollar, born on September 11, 1971, in Caldwell County, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on March 29, 2026, at Autumn Care in Burke County. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose presence touched many lives with warmth and kindness.
For 27 years, Lori dedicated herself to a career in customer service at Walmart, where her commitment...
Rhea Jean Smith Corley
Mar 27, 2026
Rhea Jean Smith Corley, age 87, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026, at the Valley Nursing Center. Born on October 28, 1938, in West Virginia, Rhea’s life was enriched by her love for reading and her gentle appreciation of the natural world, particularly enjoying the serene beauty of watching birds. She held a special...
Helen Barnes Smith Keever
Mar 27, 2026
Helen Barnes Smith Keever, age 90, of Hiddenite, NC, passed away peacefully at Gordon Hospice House on March 27, 2026. Born March 25, 1936, in Statesville, NC, to Helen Campbell and Jackson Oren. She grew up surrounded by a loving family and community. Helen graduated from Hiddenite High School and attended Appalachian State Teachers College. A member of SRUMC, she...
Patricia Ann Sebastian Wilcox
Mar 24, 2026
Patricia Ann Sebastian Wilcox, age 76, passed away at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. She was born on August 28, 1949, to the late Robert and Betty Ann Miller Sebastian in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Patricia was a member of Three Forks Baptist Church. She enjoyed woodworking, going to the Senior Center, doing crafts, and going to craft shows.
Including her...
Robert Henry Huffman
Mar 24, 2026
Robert “Bert” Henry Huffman, age75, a devoted family man, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on March 24, 2026. Born on April 26, 1950, in Catawba County, he lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and enduring love for his family and passions.
As the owner of Hickory Smokehouse BBQ, Bert was known not only for his culinary...
Jack Alexander Walker
Mar 22, 2026
Jack Alexander Walker, age 91, a devoted family man and faithful member of Rocky Face Baptist Church, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Catawba County. Born on April 13, 1934, in Alexander County, Jack lived a life grounded in love, faith, and steadfast commitment to his loved ones and his community.
Jack was known...
Mary Jane Johnson Clendenin
Mar 19, 2026
Mary Jane Johnson Clendenin, age 57, born June 5, 1968, in Alexander County, North Carolina, passed away on March 19, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend whose kindness and caring spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
Mary dedicated much of her professional life to working...
Sally Edna Marshall Lackey
Mar 17, 2026
Sally Edna Marshall Lackey, age 67, born June 5, 1958, in Alexander County, passed away at her home in Alexander County on March 17, 2026. Sally was a cherished member of her community and a member of Carson Chapel.
Throughout her life, Sally was known for her warm spirit and vivacious personality. She loved making people laugh and took great joy...

