OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Taylorsville, NC Area.

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...

Helen Jean McLean Clark

Helen Jean McLean Clark

Jan 21, 2026

Helen Jean “Nan” Clark, age 96, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, in Taylorsville, North Carolina. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Nan lived a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to her family, her talents, and her community.

Nan was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harvey Clark, and her son, John Clark.

She is survived by her loving...

Herschel Leon Wright

Herschel Leon Wright

Jan 20, 2026

Herschel Leon Wright, Jr., known to family and friends as “Buddy”, passed away peacefully at Catawba Valley Medical Center on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Born in Kings Mountain, NC to the late Herschel and Mabel Wright, Buddy married his college sweetheart, Kay Rogers on June 4, 1967. Their union provided him not only a devoted spouse, but also a cherished family...

Carl Ranson Sipe, Jr.

Carl Ranson Sipe, Jr.

Jan 18, 2026

Carl Ransom Sipe, Jr., age 83, beloved member of his community and devoted family man, passed away on January 18, 2026, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Iredell County. Born on June 21, 1942, in Alexander County, he dedicated much of his life to his family and his work as a truck driver for Sipe Lumber Company.

Throughout his lifetime,...

Connie Revonda Crouch Blackburn

Connie Revonda Crouch Blackburn

Jan 17, 2026

Connie Revonda Crouch Blackburn, age 90, a cherished figure in her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on January 17, 2026. Born on April 7, 1935, in Alexander County, Connie lived a life full of love, dedication, and service.

Throughout her working career, Connie brought her talents to Clayton Marcus and Lad Furniture, where she served as...

Terry Wayne Williamson

Terry Wayne Williamson

Jan 16, 2026

Terry Wayne Williamson, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. Born on December 30, 1952, in Gaston County, Terry was known for his deep love of family and a vibrant spirit that touched the lives of many.

Before retiring, Terry served as a program supervisor at Alexander Correctional Institute, a role that exemplified...

Billy Joe Huffman

Billy Joe Huffman

Jan 15, 2026

Billy Joe Huffman, age 65, passed away January 15, 2023, at Comfort Cove Assisted Living in Conover, NC. He was born on December 25, 1960, in Catawba County to the late Shirley Huffman. During his working career he worked for Hefner Builders. Billy enjoyed life and was a hard worker at everything he did. He also enjoyed going to races...

Arnold Willard Kerley, Jr.

Arnold Willard Kerley, Jr.

Jan 15, 2026

Arnold Willard Kerley, Jr., age 67, born on June 28, 1958, in Essex County, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. He was a cherished individual who touched the lives of many and will be profoundly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

As the owner of Quality...

Jonna Lajean Thompson

Jonna Lajean Thompson

Jan 15, 2026

Jonna Lajean Thompson, age 73, born on February 25, 1952, in Bladen County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. She lived a life marked by dedication to her family and community, and she touched the lives of many during her time with us.

Before retiring, Jonna worked as an account specialist for...

J.D. Barnes

J.D. Barnes

Jan 12, 2026

J.D. Barnes, age 81, passed away on January 12, 2026, at Wilkes Medical Center in Wilkes County. Born on November 16, 1944, in Alexander County, J.D. lived a life filled with passion, dedication, and love for his family.

Throughout his working career, J.D. was known for his skills as a mechanic at Barnes Garage, where he applied his talents and hard...

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