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Bobby Davis Miller

Bobby Davis Miller

Dec 12, 2025

Bobby Davis Miller, 78, of Lenoir, loving husband, amazing daddy, pawpaw and a great friend to many, went home to be with his Lord on Friday December 12, 2025 at Caldwell Memorial Hospital following a period of declining health.

Bobby was born on July 28, 1947 in Watauga County to the late Thomas Joe Miller and Vernie Verlee Watson Miller. He...

Arlene Davis

Arlene Davis

Dec 10, 2025

Arlene Davis 74 originally from Wooster, Ohio transitioned peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones on December 10, 2025. Born on May 21, 1951 in Wooster, Ohio to the late Amado and Ruby Dentino. 

Those left to cherish her memory are her son Buck Sain and his partner Joplin of Morganton and daughters Jennifer and husband Walter Del Cid...

Vonda Carter Hefner

Vonda Carter Hefner

Dec 10, 2025

Mrs. Vonda Carter Hefner, 91, of Granite Falls, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Amorem Hospice in Hudson following a period of declining health.

Vonda was born October 16, 1934 in Caldwell County to the late William Moore Carter and Naomi Annas Carter. She dedicated more than 30 years of service, working for Granite Insurance. Outside her professional life, Vonda...

Patsy Patricia Riddle

Patsy Patricia Riddle

Dec 9, 2025

Mrs. Patsy Patricia Riddle, 84, of Granite Falls passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Carolina Caring following a period of declining health.

Patsy was born October 17, 1941 in Buncombe County to the late Clyde Riddle and Bertie Rice Riddle.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her late husband, Roy Leonard Revis and their son, Jerry...

David Gene Willix

David Gene Willix

Dec 8, 2025

Mr. David Gene Willix, 60, of Connelly Springs passed away Monday, December 8, 2025 at UNC Health Blue Ridge following a brief illness.

David was born October 9, 1965 in Burke County, NC to the late John Lewis Willix and Vinna Mae Young.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Jonathan Willix; and numerous siblings.

Those left...

Marletia Kaufman

Marletia Kaufman

Dec 6, 2025

Marletia Killian Kaufman, 64 of Bostic, formerly of Granite Falls, entered into the loving peace of her Lord on December 6, 2025, while surrounded by compassionate care at Carolina Caring Hospice in Hickory.

Marletia was born on January 2, 1961 in Catawba County, to the late Thomas R. Killian and Jewel Burgin McWilliams, A gentle spirit with a servant’s heart Marleita...

Joel William Kaufman

Joel William Kaufman

Dec 2, 2025

Mr. Joel William Kaufman, 72, of Granite Falls passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at Autumn Care Nursing Home in Drexel following a period of declining health.

Joel was born February 27, 1953 in Mount Clemens, Michigan to the late William Kaufman and Delores Barlow Kaufman. He proudly served his country and retired from the United States Air Force.

Those left to...

"Louie" William Christopher Richardson

"Louie" William Christopher Richardson

Nov 28, 2025

William Christopher Richardson, 55, of Granite Falls passed away Friday, November 28, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center.

William was born February 11, 1970, in Jacksonville, NC to Ellen Bowman and William Clinton McNett.

William was a loving father who cherished spending time with friends, making money, working on and detailing his car, and enjoying the freedom to live life his own...

Susan Lynn Day

Susan Lynn Day

Nov 27, 2025

Susan Lynn Barger Day, 68, of Lenoir, departed this life to her heavenly home on Thursday, November 27, at Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Lenoir, North Carolina.

Susan was born on August 27, 1957, to the late Robert Barger and Shirley Butts. She was a loving woman whose strong Catholic faith guided her throughout her life. Known for her gentle heart and...

Joel Barney Strickland

Joel Barney Strickland

Nov 25, 2025

Joel Barney Strickland, 80, of Hickory, departed this life to his heavenly home on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory North Carolina.

Joel was born on September 23, 1945, to the late Joel Barney “J.B” Strickland and Lucy Deatrick Miller in Oklahoma City. He was a man of strong Baptist faith and had a very gentle...

Dean Esley Colvard

Dean Esley Colvard

Nov 16, 2025

Dean Esley Colvard, 44, of Lenoir, departed this life to his heavenly home on Monday, November 17, 2025, at his residence.

Dean was born on September 16, 1981, to Evelyn Wilson and the late Billy Earl Colvard. He was a man of strong Baptist faith and a gentle spirit, known by all who loved him for his generous heart and kind...

Charles Michael Burns, Sr.

Charles Michael Burns, Sr.

Nov 16, 2025

Mr. Charles Michael Burns, Sr., 82, of Granite Falls passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Hickory Falls Nursing Center following a period of declining health.

Charles was born July 5, 1943 in Damascus, VA to the late Robert Burns and Ella May Richardson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, one brother, two nieces, and...

Luther Midas Smith

Luther Midas Smith

Nov 16, 2025

Luther Midas Smith, 88, of Lenoir, departed this life to his heavenly home on Sunday November 16, 2025 at Amorem-Forlines Hospice in Hudson following a period of declining health.

Luther was born on March 17, 1937 in Caldwell County, to the late Finley Smith and Lula Bolick Smith. He was deeply involved in his community both through his faith and his...

Harold Dean Kirby

Harold Dean Kirby

Nov 13, 2025

Harold “Dean” Kirby, 84, of Granite Falls, departed this world to his heavenly home on Thursday November 13, 2025 at his residence following a brief illness.

Harold was born on March 21, 1941 in Caldwell County, the son of James Victor Kirby and Margaret Lowman Kirby. Harold was a proud graduate of Granite Falls High School, and embarked on a path...

Carter Lee Roosa

Carter Lee Roosa

Nov 13, 2025

Carter Lee Roosa, 62, of Rhodhiss, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday November 13, 2025 at Atrium Health of Lake Norman following a lengthy illness.

Carter was born on December 30, 1962 in Pike County, OH to the late James Silvester Roosa and Elsie Phillips Roosa. He was employed by Wayne’s Farms and was a member of Victory...

Glenda Huskey Goble

Glenda Huskey Goble

Nov 12, 2025

Mrs. Glenda Huskey Goble, 66, of Granite Falls passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Amorem Hospice in Hudson following a period of declining health.

Glenda was born June 3, 1959 in Caldwell County to the late Creed Huskey and Betty Louise Hamby Husky. She attended Mount Carmel Baptist Church.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Jerry Lee Goble;...

Larry Francis Crane

Larry Francis Crane

Nov 9, 2025

Larry Francis Crane, 92, of Granite Falls, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at his Residence.

Larry was born on May 20, 1933, in Catawba County, a son of the late Luther Blackstock and Erma Bowman Blackstock. In addition to his step-father and mother, he was preceded in death by his wife Peggy Crane and his Sister, Scottie Bowman...

Hazel Benfield Kenney

Hazel Benfield Kenney

Nov 8, 2025

Hazel Bailey Benfield Kenney, 91, of Granite Falls, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy.

Hazel was born on March 5, 1934 in Burke County to the late Walter S. Bailey and Mae Evans Bailey. Known for her generous spirit, Hazel delighted in cooking for...

Carole Harris Connor

Carole Harris Connor

Nov 8, 2025

Mrs. Carole Harris Connor, 88, of Granite Falls passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025 at her home, following a period of declining health.

Mrs. Connor was born September 29, 1937 in Kinston, NC to the late Frank Hughes Harris and Rose Taylor Harris. She served as Principal of Covenant Fellowship School for twenty years and was a faithful member of Hope...

Dirk Terence Shytle

Dirk Terence Shytle

Nov 8, 2025



Dirk Terence Shytle, 65, a beacon of laughter and kindness, passed away on Saturday November 8, 2025 at Amorem-Forlines Patient Care Unit following a period of declining health.

Dirk was born on January 17, 1960 in Catawba County to the late Dewey Jerome Shytle and Nadean Hoyle Shytle.  

Dirk dedicated many years as a security guard for Bassett Furniture, but above all,...

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