Local obituaries for Catawba County, NC.
Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. Yet, for those who have recently experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary means so much more. It is a bittersweet reminder of all we've lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. If you have recently lost someone you love, we hope that you will accept our condolences.
Denis James Bagley
Jan 14, 2025
Denis James Bagley, 74, of Hickory passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Carolina Caring Sherrills Ford Hospice House. Born, August 31st, 1950 he was the son of the late Rudolph Edward Bagley and Elizabeth Irene Bagley.
Denis was a proud Navy veteran and served aboard the USS Independence CV-62, dedicating 36 years to running the ship's reunion group, fostering connections...
Larry Elmer Day
Jan 14, 2025
Larry Elmer Day, 81, of Hickory died Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born August 5th, 1943 he was the son of Clifford Woodrow Day and Georgia Ruth Day. Larry worked at Clayton Marcus for 37 years, he enjoyed gardening, crafting, going to church and being around people. He loved his family and church family very much.
Larry...
Janet McGonigal
Jan 11, 2025
Janet Elizabeth McGonigal, 52, of Newton passed away Saturday, January 11th, 2025, at Carolina Caring. Born December 10th, 1972, she was the daughter of Charles Howell and Loretta Bolton Howell.
She is survived by her children, Amber McGonigal, Charles, Zachary McGonigal, and Elizabeth McGonigal; and her siblings, Terri Howell, Tim Howell, Tammy Howell Fleming Mullins, Tina Howell Thomann, Tony Howell, and...
Rickey Lee Ramseur
Jan 9, 2025
Rickey Lee Ramseur, 67, of Newton died Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born March 22nd, 1957 he was the son of Allen Leroy Ramseur and Annie Virginia Ramseur.
His children, Alecia Williams, Rickey Farley, Ronnie Farley, Roderick Ramseur, Demario Ramseur and Whitley Ikard; his siblings, Kathryn Sellers (Kenda), Allen Ramseur Jr. (Tonya), Gloria Polk (Steven), Terry Ramseur...
Claude Henry Worley, Jr.
Jan 7, 2025
Claude Henry Worley Jr., 76, of Hickory died Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born August 7, 1948 he was the son of Claude Henry Worley and Mable Elizabeth Price.
Doc is survived by his children, Michael Worley and Pamela Brittain.
His wife, Wanda Kay Townsend Worley and parents preceded him in death.
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Henry Calvin Kennedy
Jan 6, 2025
Henry Calvin Kennedy, 68, of Catawba died Monday, January 6, 2025. Born Thursday, July 26th, 1956 he was the son of the late Roosevelt and Francine Kennedy.
The funeral will be 3:30 P.M. Friday, January 17, 2025 at Jenkins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 2:30-3:30 P.M. in the Celebration Center of Jenkins Funeral Home.
Please sign the online guestbook...
Gail B. Perkins
Jan 4, 2025
Gail B. Perkins 67 of Newton died Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born June 1, 1957 in Lincoln County she was the daughter of Ford and Shelby Beal.
Gail is survived by her husband of 17 years, Ed Perkins; four children, Randall Philyaw, Jennifer Runge, Mickie Philyaw, and Stacey Marler; three brothers, Tommy Beal, Dale Beal and...
Joseph Oscar Craven
Jan 1, 2025
Joseph Oscar Craven, 77, of Lenoir died Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at his residence. Born October 24th, 1947 he was the son of the late Charles and Mary Craven. He served two tours in Vietnam in the United States Army. He also loved golf, racing, football and his animals.
His wife, Betsy Craven; daughters, Lynn Hamby (Grant) and Lori Vestal (Randall);...
Joshua Allen Ward
Dec 31, 2024
Joshua Allen Ward, 37, of Casar died Tuesday, December 31st, 2024 in Greenville, South Carolina. Born March 13, 1987, he was the son of the late Thomas Ward and Shirley Hurdt. Joshua was a loving father to his son, Kai. He loved martial arts and his band, Voraath. He also loved eating at Bojangles.
His son, Kai Ward; his brother, Matthew...
Jennifer Hoke Pope
Dec 29, 2024
Jennifer Hoke Pope, 61, of Hickory passed Sunday, December 29, 2024 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born July 11th, 1963 she was the daughter of Glenn Lee Hoke and Judy Matthews Hoke. To know Jennifer was to know her by many names: Bo, Woose, Momma, and many more. She packed more into life than most in her short 61 years,...
Phyllis Harris
Dec 27, 2024
Phyllis Harris, 88, of Newton went home to be with the Lord after a long battle with Alzheimer's on Friday, December 27, 2024 at her residence. Born December 15th, 1936 she was the only daughter of the late Roy Lee Harris Sr. and Beulah Barker Harris. She loved her family and enjoyed cooking Sunday meals for them. She enjoyed walking...
Lathan "Eli" Wilson Hester Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Lathan "Eli" Wilson Hester Jr, 75, of Lincolnton passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 in his home. Born, November 4th, 1949 he was the son of the late Lathan Wilson Hester Sr. and Myrtle Lee Hester. He had a love for traveling to the mountains but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.
He is survived by his...
Jason "Jake" William Reid
Dec 25, 2024
Jason "Jake" William Reid 60 of Connelly Springs died Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Born September 6th, 1964 in Caldwell County he was the son of William Reid and the late Liddie Lorie Terry Reid. Jason Loved outdoor activities like hunting and fishing. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He will be missed dearly.
Jake is survived by his father,...
Veronica Leahu
Dec 24, 2024
Veronica Leahu, 80, of Hickory died Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at Carolina Caring Hospice. Born October 23rd, 1944 she was the daughter of the late Petru Moisa and Veronica Avram.
Her children, Marcel Leahu Florin Leahu, Cornelia Leahu, John Leahu, Simona Leahu and Daniel Leahu and her siblings, Dumitru Moisa, Petrica Moisa, Ann Bistran and Eugenia Maier survive her.
In addition to...
Charlotte Virginia Huffman
Dec 24, 2024
Charlotte Hartzog Huffman 103 of Newton died Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at her residence. Born, November 6th, 1921 she was the daughter of the late Ray Hartzog and Mary Fox Hartzog. She was the best Christian mother anyone could have. She taught Kindergarten for many years at Hudson Baptist Church. As students became adults, many of them recognized her as...
Windell Grady Frye
Dec 22, 2024
Windell Grady Frye, 77, of Hickory passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024 at Trinity Ridge. Born, February 28th, 1947 he was the son of the late Clyde Garfield Frye and Inez Victoria Frye. Known for his passion for gardening and the deep joy he found in the company of his beloved grandchildren. Throughout his formative years, he embraced the spirit...
Larry J. Carpenter
Dec 20, 2024
Larry J. "Barkeep" Carpenter was born August 14, 1947 in Lincolnton, NC. He was married to Renee Ramsey Carpenter, his wife of 47 years. They had two children, Carrie Carpenter Hartman Leatherman (Clay) of Vale and Clinton William Carpenter of Lincolnton. Larry passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, at his home with Renee by his side. He will be...
Edwin Morales Hernandez
Dec 15, 2024
Edwin Jaziel Morales Hernandez, 16, of Lincolnton, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Born on April 9, 2008, in Lincolnton, he was the beloved son of Yuridia Morales. Edwin was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Linda Hernandez and Francisco Corona, whom he affectionately called "Mami" and "Papi." They played a significant role in his life and and...
Garland Linder
Dec 11, 2024
Garland Ray Linder, 85, of Hickory died Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at the Carolina Rehab Center of Burke County. Born November 1st, 1939 he was raised by his grandmother, Iona Linder. He was a truck driver for a number of years, and was married to his wife, Johnnie Eicker Linder for 51 years. He also received Jesus Christ a few...
Linda Smith
Dec 11, 2024
Linda Lou Smith, "Lou Lou" 81, a cherished resident of Conover died Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Heritage Care. Born February 7th, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John Greene and Marie Virginia Greene. She was a dedicated homemaker, and her home was a haven of warmth and joy for all who entered. Her love for cooking was...
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