Jeffery Scott Brooks
May 11, 2025
Jeffery Scott Brooks, known as Scotty, 59, of Hickory, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Mission Hospital. Born November 18th, 1965, he was the son of the late Bobby Edward Brooks and Virginia Lee Brooks.
He is survived by his sister, Lisa Brooks (Brian Angel); his step-daughter, Karen Waugh (David); his step-son, Anthony Lower (Leslie); his niece, Jessica Crumpton; his...
James Lincoln Moore Jr.
May 9, 2025
James Lincoln Moore Jr., 61, of Morganton, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025, at UNC Health Blue Ridge. Born September 3rd, 1963, he was the son of the late James Lincoln Moore and Dorothy Ann Bowers.
James was known for his great sense of humor and deep love of the outdoors. He found peace and joy in fishing, kayaking, and hiking—and...
Adrian Forster
May 9, 2025
Adrian Forster
Detroit, MI March 21, 1947 – May 9, 2025 Conover, NC
Adrian Forster, 78, of Conover, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025. A professional artist, devoted husband, and skilled craftsman, Adrian will be remembered for his creativity, love of nature, and quiet strength.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Janet Forster, their children Erik...
Mickey Dale Beaver
May 6, 2025
Mickey Dale Beaver, 60, of Taylorsville, was born December 6th, 1964, in Hickory, North Carolina, he was the son of Avery Junior Beaver and Geraldine York.
Mickey was preceded in death by his parents, niece Danielle Icard and great-nephew Tyler Bright.
Left to honor his memory are his sister, Renae Icard of Hickory; his nieces, Roxie Bright, Racheal Myers, and Katherine Icard;...
Debra Irene Whisenant
May 1, 2025
Debra Irene Whisenant, 66, of Morganton, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation. Born May 27th, 1958, she was the daughter of Virginia Smoot.
She is survived by her two daughters, Harriet Yelton (Kelly) and Racheal Swinford; three grandchildren, Cheyenne Yelton, Jennifer Yelton, and David Swinford; and four great-grandchildren, Rosalee Yelton, Easton Williams, Cash Whitehead, and...
Wilbert Jesus Corona Martinez
Apr 29, 2025
Wilbert Jesus Corona Martinez
May 3, 2007 – April 29, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Wilbert Jesus Corona Martinez, age 17, on April 29, 2025, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Wilbert was born on May 3, 2007, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina, to Jose Luis Corona Cisneros and Maria...
Gerald Dean Randall
Apr 25, 2025
Gerald Dean Randall, 61, of Cherryville, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Atrium Health Lincoln. Born on January 8, 1964, he was the son of Caroline Mary McGinnis and the late Harold Dean Randall.
A gifted musician, Gerald’s life was filled with the joy of music and laughter. He spent over 40 years sharing his love for the...
Teresea Joann Abernethy
Apr 24, 2025
Teresa Joann Abernethy, 55, of Lincolnton passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025. Born February 12th, 1970, she was the daughter of the late William Kenneth Abernethy and Tonda Jane Baker.
She is survived by her daughter, Casey Smith of Lincolnton; her two sons, Billy Smith Jr. (Sherrielynn) of Lincolnton and Kenneth Smith of Lincolnton; three sisters, Tammy Grant of Lincolnton, Tabitha...
Michael Lawrence Holman
Apr 23, 2025
Michael Lawrence Holman, 73, of Hickory passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born November 20th, 1951, he was the son of the late Jeri Pritchard Triplett and Richard Max Triplett
Mike proudly served in the United States Navy as a Missile Technician MT3, spending much of his service in California. After many years out West, he...
Cynthia Ellen Curtis
Apr 22, 2025
Cynthia Ellen Curtis, 68, of Hickory, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born on March 6, 1957, in Ohio, she was the youngest child of Gordon Willard Miller and Rose Ellen Miller.
Cynthia was a proud graduate of Greenon High School, Class of 1975, and went on to earn her associate degree from Clark State...
Todd Michael Miller
Apr 22, 2025
Todd Michael Miller, 60, of Conover, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center with his family by his side. Born on September 15, 1964, he was the son of Albert Frank “Bert” Miller II and Sandra Lee (Gibson) Miller.
Todd was the proud owner of Miller Maintenance, where he poured his heart into his work...
Ray Daniel Sigmon
Apr 18, 2025
Ray Daniel Sigmon, 91, of Conover, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, April 18, 2025. Born on April 2, 1934, he was the son of the late Carl and Ada Estelle Sigmon.
Ray spent most of his career working at Broyhill Furniture in Newton. Known affectionately by many as “Monk,” he will be remembered for his deep love of...
Michael James Ryan
Apr 14, 2025
Michael James Ryan, 80, of Newton passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at Trinity Ridge. Born April 11th, 1945, he was the son of James Albert Ryan and Maxine May Whitney.
Michael worked for many years as a salesman, first in newspaper advertising and later designing kitchens and selling cabinets. He was hardworking, highly motivated, and had an incredible memory. A...
Darrell Lynn Steele
Apr 13, 2025
Darrell Steele, 61, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents Billy Ralph Steele and Patricia Blackwell Steele, a sister Beverly Dobbins.
Many describe Darrell as a quiet man with a kind and gentle soul. He had a true passion for photography and had an amazing ability to capture...
Rebecca Marie Burrows
Apr 13, 2025
Rebecca Marie Burrows (née Danczak), of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Michael and Sophie Danczak (Jablonowski), Rebecca lived a life full of adventure, love, and cherished moments with her family.
Rebecca was the beloved wife of Frank Burrows, with whom she shared fifty-seven honeymoon...
Scott Allen Robinson
Apr 12, 2025
Scott Robinson, age 65, of Conover, NC, passed away on April 12, 2025, after a brief hospital stay due to an acute illness.
Scott graduated from Springfield Local High School in Petersburg, Ohio, in 1978.
Scott is preceded in death by his parents Robert and Catherine Robinson of Athens, GA, his nephew Matthew Robinson of Camden DE, and his sister in law...
Juanita Cleo Smart
Apr 4, 2025
Juanita Cleo Floyd Smart, 92, of Hickory, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Carolina Caring Sherrills Ford Hospice House. Born on August 21, 1932, she was the daughter of the late James Roy Floyd and Vernie May Floyd.
Known to all as “Nanny,” Juanita lived up to the name in every possible way. She raised not only her...
Gregory Allen Setzer
Apr 2, 2025
Gregory Allen Setzer, 55, of Conover, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House after a courageous battle with cancer. Though he lost his earthly fight, he is now home in Heaven, fully healed. Born September 23, 1969, he was the son of John Lawrence Setzer and Doris Ann Setzer.
He attended IChurch, where he found...
Betty Sue Black
Mar 29, 2025
Betty Sue Cottle Black, 62, of Conover, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025, at her home. Born February 2nd, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Orville Cottle Sr. and Lou Ella Brewster Cottle.
She is survived by her two sons, Rex Reagan (Kelly) of Conover and Brian Black of Cleveland; her two grandchildren, Samara Black and Brianna Black; her...
Nancy Elaine Clark
Mar 25, 2025
Nancy Elaine Clark, 80, of Morganton, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Amorem. Born November 22nd, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Stuart Lee Cozort Sr. and Margaret Mae Cozort.
She was a devoted member of Oak Hill United Methodist Church for over 60 years, actively serving on numerous committees and boards. As a cherished member of the...