OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Taylorsville, NC Area.

Cecil Emma Bowman Chapman

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...

Jeter Edward Greene

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Jimmy Ray Crouch

Jimmy Ray Crouch

Jan 28, 2026

Jimmy Ray Crouch, a beloved figure to many, was born on June 3, 1943, in Alexander County. He passed away on January 28, 2026, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, leaving behind a legacy enriched by love and cherished memories.

Jimmy was a devoted family man, who loved and cherished his family above all else. He is survived by...

Tommy Alan Norton

Tommy Alan Norton

Jan 28, 2026

Tommy Alan Norton, beloved husband, dad, pawpaw, brother, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2026, at his home in Alexander County, North Carolina. Born on March 16, 1957, in Alexander County, Alan dedicated much of his life to his family and career, serving faithfully as a truck driver for Douglas & Sons.

Alan was a cherished member of the community...

Thomas Conrad Fox

Thomas Conrad Fox

Jan 25, 2026

Thomas Conrad “TC” Fox, age 78, passed away January 25, 2026, at his home. TC was born in Alexander County to the late Thomas Carl Fox and Mary Lothridge. He owned his own paint company for many years. He loved to go fishing, travel, and spend time with his family camping at the beach or mountains. He was a member...

Eric Grant

Eric Grant

Jan 21, 2026

Eric Grant, 55 of Salisbury, NC entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. He was born in Brooklyn, New York on October 8, 1970, to the late William Grant, Sr., and the late Cynthia Howell Grant.

Eric was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church where he joined at an early age. He was a 1988 graduate of...

Susan Darlene Eckard Sigmon

Susan Darlene Eckard Sigmon

Jan 21, 2026

Susan Darlene Eckard Sigmon, age 63, born on July 15, 1962, in Catawba County, peacefully passed away on January 21, 2026, at Carolina Caring in Newton, NC. With a lifetime filled with cherished memories and love, Susan was an individual dedicated to her family, who always found joy in spending time with them.

She is survived by her devoted husband of...

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