Timothy Wayne White
Aug 4, 2025
Timothy Wayne White, 52, of Catawba, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born October 11, 1972, he was the son of the late Kenneth White and Yvonne Honaker White.
He is survived by his sister, Sharon Myers of Catawba; his two nieces, Carma Reed and Jeannie Walker, both of Catawba; his nephew, Eddie Sigmon of Newton;...
Lawrence Talton Dark III
Aug 3, 2025
Lawrence Talton Dark Ill, "Talton" left this life on August 3, 2025, in his 72 year to be with our Lord and Savior. He will be deeply missed until we are reunited at the resurrection.
Talton was born and raised in Siler City, NC, as the son of the late L.T. Dark, Jr. and Christine W. Dark. After graduating from Jordan...
Madalyn Anna Moyer
Aug 2, 2025
Madalyn Anna Moyer, 91, of Hickory, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born March 13, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Harry Hoffman and Madaline Hoffman.
Madalyn dedicated her life to nurturing and teaching children. She served as a Sunday School teacher from her teenage years until she could no longer physically attend. She...
Glenn Ervin Little
Aug 2, 2025
Glenn Ervin Little was born December 31, 1935, to the late John Carroll Little and Gordie Cline Little of Hickory, NC.
Glenn was a member of Jehovah's Witnesses for 69 years. His love was to volunteer with Bible Education work, teaching others about Jehovah God. Glenn loved his Spiritual family and enjoyed attending spiritual programs. Glenn was married to Carolyn Meroney...
Ruth Ellen Eldridge Proffitt
Aug 1, 2025
Ruth Ellen Eldridge Proffitt, 75, of Hickory passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born November 10th, 1949, she was the daughter of the late James Jackson Eldridge and Lena Katherine Belcher Eldridge. She was a devoted member of the Christian group The Gospel Trio, where she loved to sing and share her faith...
William Fred Church
Jul 30, 2025
William Fred Church, 57, of Ferguson, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Born December 23, 1967, he was the son of the late William King Church and Merlin Janette Cody.
He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Church of Wilkesboro; his three sons, Justin Church (Anna) of Morganton, Brandon Church (Scarlett) of Morganton, and Adam Church of Lenoir; his grandchildren, Kaylee...
Dennis Carnevale
Jul 29, 2025
Dennis Carnevale, 82, of Hickory, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025, at his home. Born September 19, 1942, he was the son of Salvatore Bonaventure Carnevale and Carmella Mary Carnevale. Dennis owned and operated a carbide tool company throughout his adult life. His work and deer hunting were his passions. He was loved dearly and will be sorely missed.
Left to...
Ethel Faye Davidson Carpenter
Jul 29, 2025
Ethel Faye Davidson Carpenter, 78, of Hickory passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at her home. Born June 14th, 1947 she was the daughter of the late Odell Davidson and Ruby Mae Pressley Davidson. She loved God with all her heart and cherished every moment with her grandchildren. Her faith and family were the center of her life.
She is survived...
Patricia Louise Garlinghouse
Jul 26, 2025
Patricia Louise Garlinghouse, 85, of Hickory, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born March 11, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Alvin John Long and Florence Louise Long.
Patricia had a lifelong passion for public access media and served as Executive Director of Austin Community Television, Houston Media Source, and WNC Media...
Judy Yvonne Garland
Jul 22, 2025
Judy Yvonne Hedrick Garland, 72, of Catawba, NC, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on July 16, 1953, in Catawba County, Judy was the daughter of the late Guy Henry Hedrick and Florence Rebecca Stallings of Conover, NC. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and...
Joyce Laura Yucis
Jul 16, 2025
Joyce Laura Yucis (née Lill), 87, of Hickory, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born August 30, 1937, in Paterson, New Jersey, she was the daughter of Henry Lill and Helen Herman Lill.
Joyce had a deep love for music and a lifelong passion for dancing. She adored animals of all kinds and was known for...
Nina Faye Huss
Jul 13, 2025
Nina Faye Parker Huss, 90, of Catawba, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born August 20, 1934, she was the daughter of Millard Filmore Parker and Ada Alice Parker.
Nina was known for her deep love of dogs and her unwavering belief in the power of laughter. She always taught that no matter how...
Ricky Dean Powell Jr.
Jul 11, 2025
Ricky Dean Powell Jr., 39, of Claremont, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born October 7, 1985 in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of Ricky Dean Powell and Stephanie Jane Powell.
Ricky was known for his infectious laughter and ability to light up any room he entered. He was deeply loved by many and will...
Peggy Ann Longacre Lail
Jul 10, 2025
Peggy Ann Longacre Lail, 71, of Lincolnton, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Conover Nursing & Rehab Center. Born May 9, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Carl Calvin Longacre Sr. and Ocie Lee Longacre.
Peggy was fun, loving, and feisty. She cared deeply for her family and enjoyed sports and racing.
She is survived by her lifelong partner,...
Norman K. Swanson
Jul 4, 2025
Norman K. Swanson, 64, of Newton, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born on March 13, 1961, he was the son of the late George F. Swanson Jr. and Jo Neva McGee.
Norman was a devoted husband, loving father, proud Pawpaw, and loyal brother. A United States Navy veteran, he served his country with honor...
Linda Ann Harden
Jul 4, 2025
On July 4th, 2025, Linda Ann (Bielski) Harden was entered into eternal rest at the age of 72. She was born in Goshen, NY, on Sept. 6, 1952. She resided for most of her life on Clove Rd. in Blooming Grove, NY (the place she will always call home), then Washingtonville, NY, with a formative period of 4 years in...
Norman "Tip" Ernest Tipton
Jul 2, 2025
Norman “Tip” Tipton, Jr., 74, of Hickory, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on December 3, 1950, in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Tip lived a life marked by humor, compassion, and deep devotion to the people and animals he loved. He was the beloved husband of...
Richard John Eansor Jr.
Jun 29, 2025
Richard John Eansor, Jr., was born in Livonia, Michigan on August 17, 1968, grew up in Farmington, Michigan, and passed away on June 29th, 2025 at his home in Hickory, North Carolina. He was 56.
Anyone who knew Richard “Rick”, “Ricky” knows that he had a wicked wit and the gift of gab - he was never at a loss for...
Sidney Bernard Walker Sr.
Jun 12, 2025
Sidney Bernard Walker Sr., 63, of Hickory, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025, at his home. Born August 12, 1961, he was the son of Nathaniel Shortie Walker and Mamie Ella Elmore Walker. A proud Hickory High School alum, he brought heart, humor, and a helping hand wherever he went. Whether working with Eneco or tinkering around as a gifted...
Artis Lynn McLean
Jun 11, 2025
Artis Lynn McLean, 63, of Hickory, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Born September 21st, 1961, he was the son of the late George Harold Watson and Bertha Mae Dill.
Artis was a loving husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and dear friend to many. His presence filled every room with warmth, laughter, and...