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.
Carole Sullivan
Apr 15, 2025
Carole Moore Palmer Sullivan, 83, of Newton, NC, passed away on April 15, 2025. Carole was born in Washington, Pennsylvania, to Russell and Kathryn Moore. Throughout her life, she called many places home, including Washington and Clinton, PA; Spartanburg, SC; Knoxville, TN; and Newton, NC.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Kathryn Moore; her brother, Wayne Moore;...
Michael Shawn Riley
Apr 14, 2025
Michael Shawn Riley, 49, of Hickory, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 14th , 2025, following several months of declining health. He was born on March 30th, 1976, to Cecil G. Riley and the late Carolyn Sue Riley of Hickory, NC.
Those left to cherish his memory include his father Cecil G. Riley, bonus mom Diane K. Riley;...
Hayward Hanna
Apr 13, 2025
The Visitation will be 12PM-1PM, Saturday, April 26th, 2025 at Greater Shekinah Glory Church located at 3066 S NC 127 Hwy, Hickory, NC 28602. The Funeral Service will follow at 1PM.
Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Hanna family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.
Angela Mackey
Apr 12, 2025
Angela Mackey, 78, of Newton, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, April 12, 2025. She was born on May 28, 1946, the daughter of the late Sam Columbus Jones and Margaret Marie Triplett Jones.
Angela was a bright light in the world a true force of nature whose strength, kindness, and above all, love, touched the lives of everyone...
Bradley David Brady
Apr 9, 2025
Bradley David Brady, 45 of Hickory, NC was sent to his eternal home on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in Kinston, NC. He was a much loved son of Paul (deceased) and Linda Brady of Hickory.
Brad, as he was known, was a shining light in the lives of everyone that had the privilege of knowing him. His journey through life was...
Reverend Dr. Vernon Franklin Stinson, Sr.
Apr 9, 2025
Reverend Dr. Vernon Franklin Stinson, Sr. gave up his earthly life and entered in his eternal life in Heaven on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Carolina Caring in Newton, NC. He was born on February 14, 1945 in Catawba County to the late Rev. Lovet Stinson, Sr. & Mrs. Gedell Stinson.
In 1964, Dr. Stinson graduated from Central High School in...
Donald Ray Stokley II
Apr 9, 2025
Donald Ray Stokley, 58, of Conover died Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Carolina Caring. Born April 27th, 1966 he was the son of the late Donald Ray Stokley and Gloria Ann Thompson.
His wife, Tara Stokley; his brother, Eddy Stokley (Shelny Johnson) and his children, Asia Stokley, Dareven Stokley, Xavier Stokley, Raelyn Stokley and Trayden Stokley survive him.
His parents preceded him...
Tim Marlowe
Apr 9, 2025
Clyde Timothy Marlowe, 71, of Hickory passed away Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 at Catawba Valley Medical Center with his family and friends by his side. Born December 4th, 1953, he was the son of the late Clyde Herman Marlowe and Collene Settlemyre Marlowe.He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Cynthia Marlowe; his sons, Jeremy Marlowe, Dustin Marlowe and...
Billy Darrell Isom, Sr.
Apr 8, 2025
Billy Darrell Isom, Sr., 75, of Hickory, passed away on April 8, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. He was born on November 4, 1949, in High Point, North Carolina, to the late Thomas M. and Beulah Mae Isom. Billy grew up in High Point and spent 34 years working at Century Furniture in Hickory before retiring. He loved spending...
Sandra Frances Vest
Apr 1, 2025
Sandra Frances Vest, 77, of Maiden passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. She was born March 2, 1948, in Mercer County, West Virginia.
She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Donald Vest, her son Ed Vest (Pam), her daughter Connie Vest Champ (David), and her many wonderful grandchildren and great grandchildren Ryan...
David Edward Eidson
Mar 30, 2025
Colonel David Edward Eidson, U.S. Army (Retired), peacefully passed away on March 30, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. He was born on January 5, 1936, at home in Statesville, NC, to the late Isaac Clarence and Hazel Eidson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Wally McHargue Eidson; his children, Keith and Tricia...
James Arthur Kendrick, Sr.
Mar 30, 2025
James Arthur Kendrick, Sr. 80 of Hickory passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born November 1st, 1944 he was the son of Offie Kendrick and Goldie Kendrick. James was an Army Veteran who loved to hunt, fish and most of all his family.
James is survived by his wife of 60 years, Linda Pearl Kendrick;...
Rita Reynae Walton
Mar 29, 2025
Ms. Rita Reynae Walton age 68, of Connelly Springs died Saturday, March 29, 2025 at "The Greens of Hickory". Born in Burke County on March 12th, 1957. She attended "Maple Grove Baptist Church". She also attend school at "George Hildebrand".She was the daughter of Jeanette Carson Walton & Cleveland Walton Sr. & loving grandchild of Azalee Carson, Wilson Fuller, George...
Clarence Osborne Brown Jr.
Mar 29, 2025
Clarence Osborne Brown, 78, of Vale died Saturday, March 29, 2025 at his residence. Born in Mecklenburg County on October 25th, 1946 he was the son of the late Clarence Osborne Brown Sr. and Bonnie Lee Brown who he reunited at the river with on Saturday.
Clarence was an Army veteran who served in the Vietman War. He spent 56 wondreful...
Tina Kay Lowman
Mar 26, 2025
Tina Kay Lowman, 61, of Connelly Springs died Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at her home. Born Friday, December 6th, 1963 she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Linda Collins. Tina was a faithful member of Liberty Baptist Church and she will be greatly missed by her friends and family.
Her husband of 37 years, Wendy Lowman, her sons, Nathan...
Ann Mulkey
Mar 23, 2025
Ann Singletary Mulkey, 80, of Hickory, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born October 4, 1944, Ann was a beloved local Minister and a devoted member of Greater Shekinah Glory Church, where she served faithfully. A woman of unwavering faith and prayer, Ann led the church’s...
Tommie Lee Setzer
Mar 23, 2025
Tommie Lee Setzer, 82, of Newton died Sunday, March 23,2025 at Conover Nursing & Rehab Center. Born January 1st, 1943 she was the daughter of the late Jeremy and Grace Cope. Tommie worked for Southern Furniture for over 45 years. She was a devoted member of Community Chapel where she worked with the youth. She was an avid racing fan,...
Paul Wesley Gaither
Mar 22, 2025
Paul Wesley Gaither Sr., 78, passed away at Fry Regional Medical Center on March 22, 2025, in Hickory, NC. He was born on December 4, 1946. Paul was a retired from being a truck driver for 46 years. Paul was a loving father and grandfather whose kind and compassionate nature touched everyone he met.
Paul leaves behind a legacy of love...
Bobby Lee Elmore
Mar 21, 2025
Bobby Lee Elmore, 71, of Newton passed away Friday, March 21st, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his family. Born in Welch, West Virginia on December 5th, 1953, he was the son of the late Charles Junior Elmore and Mildred Jean Trivett Elmore.
Bobby's professional journey began with various roles that led him to the #9 US Steel Coal Mines in...
Joe Franklin Fullbright
Mar 17, 2025
Joe Franklin Fullbright, 63, of Vale died Monday, March 17, 2025 at Carolina Caring. Born Sunday, November 26th, 1961 he was the son of Joe and Mary Fullbright.
No services are planned at this time.
Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Fullbright family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.
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