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.
Aylani Guadalupe Ruiz-Zavala
Mar 17, 2025
Aylani Guadalupe Ruiz-Zavala, of Hickory passed away Monday, March 17th, 2025 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. She was the daughter of Brandon Jovani Ruiz-Cisneros and Nicky Paulina Zavala-Adame.
In addition to her parents, Brandon Jovani Ruiz-Cisneros and Nicky Paulina Zavala-Adame, she is survived by her sister, Nayeli Julieta Ruiz-Zavala.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents.
The family will receive friends 11AM-12PM,...
Bobby Lee Hall
Mar 16, 2025
Bobby Lee Hall, 49, of Trinity passed away Sunday, March 16th, 2025 in his home. Born, November 3rd, 1975 he was the son of the late William Herring and Mary Grace Hall.
He loved spending time with his family. He had a profound love for classic country music. Bobby engaged in painting houses, a testament to his hardworking nature and dedication....
Klay Glenwood Wells
Mar 14, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Klay Glenwood Wells, who was born on March 14, 2025, in Hickory, NC. Though his time with us was brief, he was deeply loved and will forever remain in our hearts.
Klay is survived by his loving parents, Aiden and Elizabeth Wells, and his big brother, James Wells. He is also cherished by...
Sabino Vidales Jiménez
Mar 14, 2025
Es con un gran pesar anunciar que Sabino Vidales Jiménez falleció pacíficamente el 14 de marzo de 2025 en Pineville, Carolina del Norte. Un verdadero caballero conocido por ser trabajador, bondadoso y con un gran sentido del humor.
Será profundamente extrañado por su amada esposa María A. Ayala Vidales; sus hijos y sus cónyuges: Daniel Vidales, Guadalupe Vidales Esquivel (Adrian E.),...
Barbara Ann Hill
Mar 13, 2025
Barbara Ann Hill, 79, of Newton transitioned on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at her residence. Born July 15th, 1945 she was the daughter of the late Robert Lortz and Margaret Lineberger.
She is survived by two daughters, Seadilia Hill of the home and Rita Phelps of Lincolnton; her son, Tony Smith of Lincolnton; three sisters, Mareella Lineberger, Dortha Lineberger and Beverly...
Christopher Joseph Winters
Mar 12, 2025
Christopher Joseph Winters, 58, of Kingsport died Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at Holston Valley Medical Center. Born February 20th, 1967 he was the son of the late Paul Winters and Margaret Bailiff. Chris was a gypsy who loved to travel and have great experiences. He attended Authentic Church. Over the last few years, he settled down in Tennessee, and his...
Bruce Reed
Mar 10, 2025
Willie Bruce Reed, 68, of Morganton passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 in his home. Born, July 27th, 1956 he was the son of Frank and Lucille Reed. Willie worked in furniture factories, such as Burke Wood and Hickory Chair until he retired.
He is survived by two sons, Chad Reed of Morganton and Steven Reed of East Burke; one brother,...
Wesley Lee Pierce
Mar 9, 2025
Wesley Lee Pierce, 67, of Hickory passed away Sunday, March 9th, 2025 in his home. Born, December 19th, 1957 he was the son of Ronald Lee and Martha Jean Pierce.
He is survived by his only son, Christopher Pierce of Newton; his sister, Theresa Misenheimer of Maiden; his two nieces; and his two nephews.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Please...
Sue Lynn Van Horn
Mar 6, 2025
Sue Lynn Hedrick Van Horn 91 of Hickory died Thursday, March 6, 2025 at her home. Born November 11th, 1933 she was the daughter of the late Clyde Lynn and Morene Hedrick.Sue is survived by sons, Charles Van Horn, Jr; Jeffery Van Horn and wife Liz; grandchildren, Bradley Van Horn and Sarah Van Horn Hedrick and husband Dakota; great grandchild,...
Tina M. Ives
Mar 5, 2025
Tina M. Ives, 53, of Newton died Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Catawba Valley Medical Center, Hickory, NC. She was born January 14th, 1972 in Macon, GA, the daughter of the late James and Brenda Ives.
Tina loved riding on Harley Davidson motorcycles, cruising in her Jeep or camping on the hill with her long-time sweetheart of 26 years, Don Whitehouse....
Debra F. Hinson
Mar 5, 2025
Debra Francies Hinson, 69, of Hickory passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Carolina Caring Sherrills Ford Hospice. Born July 27th, 1955 she was the daughter of the late Ray Vone Hinson and the late Dollie Francies Hinson.
She is survived by her daughters, Kelly Buff and husband Kevin and Karen Crawford ; sisters, Roberta Sigmon and husband Melvin and Delores...
Paul Richard PeQueen
Mar 3, 2025
Paul Richard Pequeen, 85, of Denver passed away Monday, March 3, 2025 at Atrium Health Lincolnton. Born, April 10th, 1939 he was the son of the late Karl Pequeen and Zella Pequeen.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Connie Pequeen; his daughter, Suzanne Jensen (Joel); his son, John Pequeen (Janet); his three grandchildren; and his great-grandchild.
In addition to...
Johnnie McCarroll
Mar 1, 2025
Johnnie McCarroll, 79, of Hickory passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Springs of Catawba. Born February 11th, 1946 in Forest City, NC, he was the son of late J.C. McCarroll and the late Lola Mae Rippy McCarroll.
Johnnie is survived by daughter, Debra J. Fair; son, Charles S. Barbee; sister, Barbara Jean Allen; and a host of nieces, nephews, and...
Kevin Daleshawn Danner
Feb 28, 2025
Kevin Daleshawn Danner, 43, of Hickory passed away Friday, February 28th, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born, February 27th, 1982 he was the son of the late Wade McArther Danner and Mary Frances Danner.
He is survived by his daughter, Areiana Danner (Davaughn); his fiancé, Lauren Barnes; his step-children, Aaliyah Jones and Ayla Jones (Malik); his goddaughter, Hailey Greene; his...
Jaime Espitia Perez
Feb 23, 2025
Jaime Espitia Perez, 52, of Newton passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025.
The funeral service will be held 2:00pm, Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Jenkins Funeral Home, 4081 Startown Rd, Newton, NC 28658. Burial will follow at Jenkins Funeral Home Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1:00pm-2:00pm, Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Jenkins Funeral Home, 4081 Startown Rd, Newton, NC 28658.
Memorials...
Paul Edward Fosnow
Feb 23, 2025
Paul Edward Fosnow, 56, of Hickory died Sunday, February 23, 2025 at his home. Born Saturday, October 19th, 1968 he was the son of Rema Jean Smithson.
His sisters, Linda Jackson, Sheila Kerby; friend, Eli McKown and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and cousins survive him.
In addition to his mother, his wife, Teresa Holmes Fosnow preceded him in death.
A memorial service will...
Darlene Brown
Feb 22, 2025
Darlene S. Brown, 68, of Conover died Saturday, February 22, 2025 at The Greens of Viewmont. She was born Sunday, January 27th, 1957.
No services are planned at this time.
Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Brown family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.
Janice Bertha Creson
Feb 21, 2025
Janice Bertha Creson, 65, of Newton died Friday, February 21, 2025 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born Friday, April 3rd, 1959 she was the daughter of the late Francis William Glasbrooks and Ruby Elizabeth Glasbrooks.
No services are planned at this time.
Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Creson family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral...
Mike Swanson
Feb 21, 2025
Charles Michael Swanson, 64, of Newton died Friday, February 21, 2025 at Home. Born February 17th, 1961 he was the son of the late Charles Ray Swanson and Itsuko Omura Swanson. He graduated Newton Conover High School in 1979 and attended UNC- Wilmington. Mike worked at Siecor Corning for numerous years and Clark Tire in Hickory as an Certified Master...
Patricia Cauthen Bell
Feb 20, 2025
Patricia Cauthen Bell, 87, of Newton died Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Carolina Caring. Born January 21st, 1938 she was the daughter of the late John Hayward Cauthen and Lorene Cline Cauthen. Patricia graduated as Salutatorian of the class of 1956 from Fred T. Foard High School. She was a faithful member of the New Jerusalem Lutheran Church and her...
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