Local obituaries for Taylorsville, NC Area.
James Paulie Miller
Feb 6, 2025
James “Paulie” Miller Sr., age 73, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Iredell County. He was born on Saturday, March 3, 1951, in Statesville to Paul M. Miller and Helen Miller Miller and grew up on West Front Street.
Paulie was of the Christian faith and was a lifelong member of Sharon Lutheran Church of Statesville....
Donald Robert Nance
Feb 6, 2025
Donald Robert Nance, age 85, a beloved figure in his community, was born on July 19, 1939, in Catawba County. He passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. Don was a man of faith, having been a former deacon at Bethlehem Baptist Church.
Throughout his life, Don was known for his devotion to his family,...
John Wayne Connolly
Feb 5, 2025
John Wayne Connolly, age 79, born on March 15, 1945, in Alexander County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on February 5, 2025.
John proudly served his country in the United States Army and was Vietnam Veteran, a commitment that exemplified his dedication to others and his country. His military service was a testament to his...
Faye Alice Burner
Feb 4, 2025
Faye Alice Burner, a distinguished lawyer and dedicated advocate for families in need, passed away at her home in Alexander County on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on Tuesday, August 30, 1955, in Duval, Florida, Faye lived a life marked by commitment, compassion, and service to others.
Faye pursued her law degree at the University of...
Betty Lou Stansel Bumgarner
Feb 4, 2025
Betty Lou Stansel Bumgarner, age 85, born on Tuesday, May 2, 1939, in Cleveland County, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. A member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church, Betty embodied the values of love and service that characterized her life.
Betty was a beloved mother to her children, Rita Bumgarner, Rex Bumgarner (Karen),...
Gladys Roberta Mayhew Vermillion
Feb 3, 2025
Gladys Roberta Mayhew Vermillion, affectionately known as "Birdie," age 80, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Iredell County. Born on Monday, August 28, 1944, in Washington, D.C., she lived a life full of warmth, love, and cherished moments with those around her.
Birdie was a devoted family member; she loved her family deeply and...
Lena Cauthen Fox
Jan 30, 2025
Lena Cauthen Fox, age 84, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Iredell County. Born on Monday, January 13, 1941, in Panola County, Mississippi, Lena lived a life characterized by her unwavering devotion to her family and her deep commitment to helping others.
Lena was known for her...
Richard Howard Childers
Jan 27, 2025
Richard Howard Childers, age 78, born on Friday, November 1, 1946, in Alexander County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on Monday, January 27, 2025. He lived a remarkable life, cherished by family and friends.
For over 40 years, Richard devoted his career to Broyhill Furniture, where he earned the respect of his colleagues and made...
Roy Ray Johnson
Jan 26, 2025
Roy Ray Johnson, age 78, born on Tuesday, June 25, 1946, in Wilkes County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Sherrills Ford Hospice House in Catawba County. He led a life characterized by dedication, love for family, and a relentless spirit of hard work.
Roy had a fruitful career, having retired from Lowe's Hardware before embarking...
Kendra Brooke McDaniel
Jan 25, 2025
Kendra Brooke McDaniel, age 31, was born on October 29, 1993, in Chesapeake, Virginia, she graced this world with her vibrant spirit until her unexpected passing at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center on January 25, 2025. At the time of her passing, Kendra resided in Hiddenite, North Carolina, where she created a loving home with her significant other, Darren Nunnery...
Mary Ellen Terry Willis
Jan 25, 2025
Mary Ellen Terry Willis, age 88, a beloved figure in her community, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Catawba County. Born on Wednesday, November 25, 1936, in Cleveland County, she brought joy and warmth to those around her throughout her life.
Mary was cherished for her deep love of family. She truly treasured the...
Judith Pearl Walker Stewart
Jan 25, 2025
Judy Walker Stewart passed away peacefully on Saturday January 25th, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville NC, after a period of declining health. She was born in Iredell County, NC on April 24, 1947, to parents Jay Phillip Walker and Edith Redmond Walker.
Judy spent her life working in the Statesville area, most recently at Statesville Auto Auction. When she...
Elaine Marie Florence Smith
Jan 24, 2025
Elaine Marie Smith born March 2, 1951, in Berkeley, CA transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on January 24, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Elaine retired from Alexander County Schools Food Nutrition where she loved her coworkers and the children she served. She will be remembered for her quick wit, tenacity, and selflessness, along with her love for food and cooking.
She...
Gerald Thomas Russell
Jan 23, 2025
Gerald Thomas Russell, age 79, a beloved member of his family, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Wilkes Medical Center in Wilkes County. He was born on Saturday, August 18, 1945, in Wilkes County, where he spent his early years and that laid the foundation for his life.
During his working career, Gerald served as a fabric handler...
Elata Lois Patterson Webster
Jan 23, 2025
Elata Lois Patterson Webster, age 81, a beloved member of her community and devoted family matriarch, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. She was born on Saturday, November 13, 1943, in Iredell County.
Elata, along with her husband Ernest, was an industrious business owner of Ernest Webster Furniture Frames. Her work reflected her...
Marcia Elizabeth Byrd Medlin
Jan 21, 2025
Marcia Medlin, 72, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. She loved nothing more than spending time with her grandkids, cheering for them at sporting events and encouraging them with school. She was a dedicated teacher at Dudley Shoals Elementary for 20 years where she instilled a love of reading in many children.
Those left...
Franklin D.R. Moore
Jan 19, 2025
Heaven celebrates a life well lived and well loved!
Franklin D.R. Moore of Raleigh, NC, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Durham VA Medical Center in Durham, NC.
Frank was born April 27, 1935, in Emporia, VA., the son of Nora Myrick Moore of Roanoke Rapids. He graduated from Scotland Neck High School, where he lettered in football and played the...
Sarah Juel Johnson Little
Jan 18, 2025
Sarah “Juel” Little, 90, of Taylorsville, NC passed away on January 18, 2025, after a period of declining health. Born June 8, 1934, in Alexander County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Albert Johnson and Ida “Louise” Watts Johnson.
Juel was a member of First Baptist Church of Taylorsville and the Flagler Beach Red Hat Club. She was...
Nellie Jo Houston Teague
Jan 18, 2025
Nellie Jo Houston Teague, age 88, born on Thursday, November 26, 1936, in Catawba County, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. She was a cherished member of her community, remembered for her dedication to both her family and her work.
Throughout her professional life, Nellie dedicated herself to the furniture...
Verla Margaret Davis Millsaps
Jan 17, 2025
This isn’t an ordinary obituary, but the love story of a lifetime between Clint Ollen Millsaps and Verla Margaret Davis Millsaps.
Clint was born on Sunday, May 10, 1931, in his parents’ home Northeastern Alexander County, North Carolina. He was the nineth of fourteen children born to the late Edward A. Millsaps and Pearlie Elizabeth Parker Millsaps. Clint attended Stony Point...
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