Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Kingston Liam Greer

Kingston Liam Greer

Nov 6, 2025

Kingston Liam Greer, 4, of Hudson passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Levine Children’s Hospital.

Kingston was born July 9, 2021 in Burke County, a son to Danaysha Booker and Daniel Greer.

Preceding him in death are his maternal great-grandparents, Lebbie Hardy and Gordon Stamps; cousin, Knolej Devon Stamps; paternal grandfather, Tommy Lane; aunt, Jeana Lane; and paternal great grandmother, Rose...

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,...

William Bill Millsaps

William Bill Millsaps

Nov 5, 2025

William B. Millsaps, 80, of Hudson, departed this life to his heavenly home on Wednesday November 5, 2025 at his residence following a period of declining health.

William was born on October 21, 1945 in Cleveland, TN to the late Doc Millsaps and Nellie Scroggins Millsaps. He was a self employed farmer for many years, and was a member of Grundy...

David Isaac Pearson

David Isaac Pearson

Nov 4, 2025

David Isaac Pearson, 70 of Granite Falls passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC.

David was born October 2, 1955, in Burke County to the late Benjamin and Lena Rhodes Pearson.

Survivors include his wife of 35 years Mrs. LaMyra Vaughan Pearson of the home and a son and daughter in law, Ben Isaac Pearson (Katelyn) of...

Terry Lee Stamey

Terry Lee Stamey

Oct 30, 2025

It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Terry Lee Stamey, 56, of Drexel, NC, who left this world peacefully on October 30th, 2025. Terry was a kind hearted man whose quiet strength and warm presence made a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Terry was preceded in death by his loving parents, Arrie and Shirley...

Cora Bumgarner Reid

Cora Bumgarner Reid

Oct 30, 2025

Cora Bumgarner Reid, 87, of Granite Falls, passed away peacefully on Thursday October 30, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

Cora was born on March 7, 1938 in Caldwell County to the late Lola Lou Bumgarner Collins. A 1956 graduate of Granite Falls High School, Cora went on to work for many years in the hosiery industry at Ellis...

Brenda Elizabeth Peters

Brenda Elizabeth Peters

Oct 28, 2025



Brenda Elizabeth Peters, 76, of Hudson, passed away at home early Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Brenda was born August 27, 1949, in Caldwell County to the late John Ivey & Inez Harrold.

In addition to her mother and father, she is preceded in death by her sister, Linda Clark, and two grandchildren, Micheal Tyler Lambert and Megan Elaine Lambert.

Brenda was a woman...

Rebecca Migdalia Pérez Quinones

Rebecca Migdalia Pérez Quinones

Oct 26, 2025

Rebecca Perez Quinones, 70, of Connelly Springs, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at UNC Health Blue Ridge in Morganton, NC.

Rebecca was born on March 24, 1955, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to the late Alfonso Pérez and Luz Maria Quinones. Rebecca spent most of her life working with the government of Puerto Rico, overseeing the inspection of merchandising.

Rebecca...

Larry Allen Baker

Larry Allen Baker

Oct 24, 2025

Larry Allen Baker, 81, of Conover, passed away peacefully on Friday October 24, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loved ones.

Larry was born on November 5, 1943 in Catawba County to the late Earl Victor Baker and Jessie Punch Baker. He was a dedicated self-employed farmer who found immense joy and satisfaction in working the land. His passion for...

Jackson "Jack" Milligan

Jackson "Jack" Milligan

Oct 21, 2025

Mr. Jackson “Jack” Percy Milligan, 85, of Granite Falls passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center following a period of declining health.

Jack was born November 25, 1939 in Burke County, a son to the late Frank Milligan and Eliza Yount Milligan. He retired from General Electric after thirty years of employment. Following his retirement he owned...

Anna Carden Sparks

Anna Carden Sparks

Oct 20, 2025

Anna Geraldine Carden Sparks, 82, went home to be with her Lord on Monday October 20, 2025 at Autumn Care Nursing Center following a lengthy illness.

Anna was born on April 5, 1943 in Carter County, TN to the late Croy Carden and Leila Mae Guinn Carden. She retired from Broughton Hospital in the dietary department, where she nourished many with...

Geraldine Trivette Wood

Geraldine Trivette Wood

Oct 17, 2025

Geraldine Trivette Wood, 79, of Granite Falls, departed this life to her heavenly home on Friday October 17, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.

Geraldine was born on March 18, 1946 in Caldwell County to the late Donald Edwin Trivette, Sr. and Dorothy Mae Holden Trivette. Geraldine dedicated many years of her life as a self-employed beautician after graduating...

Florence "Libby" Bates

Florence "Libby" Bates

Oct 13, 2025

Florence “Libby” Triplett Bates, 69, of Sawmills passed away Monday, October 13, 2025 at College Pines Health and Rehabilitation following a period of declining health.

Libby was born September 7, 1956 in Caldwell County to the late William Triplett and Odena Brown Annas. She was a member at Dry Ponds Baptist Church.

Those left to cherish her memory include her brother, Ron...

Wanda Smith Shivers

Wanda Smith Shivers

Oct 6, 2025

Wanda Ann Smith Shivers, 73, of Lenoir, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Wanda was born on August 6, 1952, in Caldwell County to the late Millard Vance Smith and Annie Mae Bumgarner Smith. She was a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant at Lenoir Healthcare, where she brought comfort and care to many....

Subscribe

Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

An orange arrow pointing to the right on a white background.
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.