Local obituaries for Taylorsville, NC Area.
Jimmy Dale Barnes
Oct 27, 2024
Jimmy Dale Barnes, age 86, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024, at his home in Alexander County. He was born in Spokane, Washington on Tuesday, April 12, 1938, to the late Bynum and Ruby Haynes Barnes but grew up in Charlotte, NC. During his working career, Mr. Barnes was a truck driver for the National Linen Company. Jimmy was a...
Molly Oday Miller
Oct 26, 2024
Molly Oday Miller, age 72, born on Saturday, September 13, 1952, in Carter County, Tennessee, to the late James and Pearl Whitehead Miller, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Iredell County. She was a beloved member of her family and community, known for her warmth, creativity, and resilience.
Molly's life was characterized by her...
Jody Carl Church
Oct 24, 2024
Jody Carl Church, age 55, born on Thursday, May 1, 1969, in Wilkes County, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Wilkes Medical Center in Wilkes County.
Jody cherished every moment spent with his family and grandbabies, relishing the opportunity to create memories. Jody had a special bond with his sister, Carla, that left him broken-hearted after her passing. His...
William Clyde Miller
Oct 21, 2024
William Clyde Miller, age 48, born on Monday, April 5, 1976, in Catawba County, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and loved ones in Alexander County on Monday, October 21, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication to his family. Clyde was of the Lutheran faith.
Clyde was a devoted husband to Annette Miller,...
Keaton Stone McGlamery
Oct 19, 2024
Keaton Stone McGlamery, age 19, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in Iredell County. He was born at Davis Hospital in Iredell County on Saturday, August 14, 2005, to proud parents, Craig and Tammy McGlamery. Keaton grew up in Mooresville, NC and attended Woodland Heights Elementary, Brawley Middle School and Lake Norman High School. He also participated in...
Doris Loretta Killian Lail
Oct 18, 2024
Doris Loretta Killian Lail, age 76, born on October 13, 1948, in Catawba County, NC, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024, in her beloved hometown. A dedicated leather marker throughout her career, Doris exemplified dedication and craftsmanship that marked her life's work.
Doris was not only known for her commitment to her career but also for the warmth she extended...
Linda Auton Dagenhart
Oct 17, 2024
Linda Auton Dagenhart left this world surrounded by her family to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 17th, 2024. Linda fought a courageous battle for 25+ years from injuries sustained in an automobile accident that left her permanently disabled. She was born in Alexander County on December 20th, 1952, to the late Lee Walter and Lettie Edna...
Phyllis Ann Davis Elder
Oct 16, 2024
Phyllis Ann Davis Elder, age 89, left this world for her heavenly home on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Valley Nursing Center surrounded by her family. Phyllis came into this world on September 2, 1935, in Alexander County to the late Glenn “Pop” and Maude Wilson Davis.
Phyllis dedicated her life to her family, leaving behind a legacy of love. Her...
Stony Wayne Speaks
Oct 16, 2024
Stony Wayne Speaks, age 49, a beloved husband, father, pappy, son, and friend, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Wake Forest Baptist in Winston Salem. Born on Sunday, October 20, 1974, in Wilkes County, Stony grew up cherishing the values of family and community that defined his life. Stony was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Union Grove.
Stony...
Johnny Walker Jarvis
Oct 15, 2024
John W. “Boss” Jarvis, age 82, of Taylorsville, NC died Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at home surrounded by loved ones.
Fondly known as “Boss” by many, he was a man of few words but had a big and giving heart. Some of his favorite things were spending time with family and Bass fishing. A man of many talents who touched the...
Betty Lou Herman Johnson
Oct 14, 2024
Betty Lou Herman Johnson, age 93, born on Thursday, October 8, 1931, in Alexander County, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Caldwell County. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend leaving behind a legacy filled with love, warmth, and cherished memories.
Betty dedicated her life to her family, always placing them at the...
Patricia Ruth Hawkins Foy
Oct 13, 2024
Patricia Ruth Hawkins Foy, age 91, born on Sunday, March 26, 1933, in Guilford County, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Iredell. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend whose profound impact on her community will be cherished by all who knew her.
Ruth dedicated over 40 years of her life...
Thelma Aleese Adams Canter
Oct 12, 2024
Thelma Aleese Adams Canter, age 97, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. Born on Sunday, May 15, 1927, in Alexander County, Thelma lived a life rich with love, family, and joy for the simple pleasures in life.
Thelma was known for her warm heart and generous spirit....
Dinah Lu Purser
Oct 8, 2024
No longer bed-ridden, no longer unable to walk, and no longer in pain, Dinah Lu Purser, 67, of Statesville, ran into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
Dinah was born in Virginia on November 2, 1956, to Cyrus Long Purser and Gladys Jean McKillop Purser. She enjoyed a remarkable 32-year career with the Department of Transportation, where she...
Donna Elenora Lackey-Little
Oct 6, 2024
Donna Elenora Lackey-Little, age 67, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on Sunday, October 6, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication for her family. She was born on Monday, January 14, 1957, in Iredell County.
Before retiring Donna worked diligently as a fabric cutter for Williams-Sonoma and worked part time as a real estate agent,...
Randy Harrison Scott
Oct 6, 2024
Randy Harrison Scott, age 69, born on Thursday, March 24, 1955, in Alexander County, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 6, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
For over 30 years, Randy worked as a plant manager for Cemex, where he was respected...
Paul Cecil Goble
Oct 4, 2024
Paul Cecil Goble, age 71, a cherished member of his community and a devoted family man, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC. He was born on Friday, March 27, 1953, in Catawba County, where he spent his formative years and developed a deep love for his family, the great outdoors, and...
Wesley Howard Starnes
Oct 2, 2024
Wesley Howard Starnes, age 58, a cherished member of his community and a devoted family man, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Duke Hospice - Hock Family Pavilion in Durham. Born on Wednesday, July 6, 1966, in Catawba County, to the late John Quincy Starnes and Melva Jean Curtis Starnes.
Wesley served as a regional vice president in financial...
John Lester Duncan
Oct 1, 2024
John Lester Duncan, age 75, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Iredell County. He was born to the late Agustus and Helen Myers Duncan on Saturday, April 9, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York. He enjoyed watching football, fishing, and taking care of his animals. John loved his family and cooking for them, especially lasagna.
Those left...
Edgar "E.L." Lee Land
Sep 30, 2024
Edgar “E.L.” Lee Land, age 61, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024, at his home in Alexander County. He was born to Edgar Lee Land and Etta Suddreth Land on Sunday, April 14, 1963, in Caldwell County. E.L. worked in the finishing department at Hickory Wood Finishing in Hickory. He attended Mt. Ridge Baptist Church. E.L. enjoyed hunting, fishing, and...