Abigail Hope Farmer
Aug 14, 2026
Abigail Hope Farmer, age 31, of Granite Falls, passed away unexpectedly on August 14, 2026, at Novant Forsyth Medical Center.
Abigail was born on March 23, 1995, at Valdese General Hospital to Tate Farmer and Teresa Day Cannon.
Today we honor a devoted mother, a cherished daughter, and a selfless soul who lived with an open heart. Though she faced and survived...
Carl Moir Smith
Aug 16, 2026
Mr. Carl Moir Smith, age 84, of Pfafftown, NC passed away peacefully on Sunday August 16, 2026, at Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation Center in Granite Falls.
Moir was born on April 9, 1942, in Stokes County to the late Elwood Smith and Eva Hunt Smith. Moir lived a full and adventurous life, creating memories and touching the lives of everyone...
James Delbert Brookshire
Aug 16, 2026
James Delbert “Jim” Brookshire, 71, of Hudson, passed away peacefully on Sunday August 16, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family following a period of declining health.
James was born on April 9, 1955 in Caldwell County, to the late Earl Delbert Brookshire and Irene Omie Storie Brookshire.
James was a natural leader from a young age, serving as class...
Mary Jayne Mann
Aug 16, 2026
Mrs. Mary Jayne Mann, age 71, of Hudson passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at her residence.
Mary was born on March 5, 1955, in Poughkeepsie, New York to the late William Lowe and Alberta Harlowe Lowe. Mary was a loving wife, devoted mother, and a caring friend who always made those around her feel...
Corey Heath Pridemore
Aug 16, 2026
Mr. Corey Heath Pridemore, age 48, of Rhodhiss, was welcomed into Heaven and embraced by the loving arms of God on August 16, 2026, at Frye Regional Medical Center.
Corey entered this world on November 5, 1977, in Catawba County to Mrs. Sharon Miller Pridemore and the late Mr. Joseph William Pridemore.
Corey had a heart of gold and touched the lives...
Doris Cannon Gragg
Aug 7, 2026
Mrs. Doris Cannon Gragg, 76, of Hudson, passed away Friday, August 7, 2026 at Amorem Hospice following a period of declining health.
Doris was born December 4, 1949 in Caldwell County to the late Robert R. Cannon and Mabel C. Cannon.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Gragg; brother, Dewey Cannon; and sisters,...
Rebecca "Becky" Lynn Raby
Aug 4, 2026
Rebecca (Becky) Lynn Raby passed away peacefully at Amorem Forlines hospice in Hudson, NC August 4, 2026. She had been fiercely fighting cancer since mid-October 2025. She can rest now until we all hear the trumpet sound, signaling the return of our Savior.
Becky was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Jennings. She was the daughter of the late Robert...
Joseph “Cameron" Chaney
Aug 3, 2026
Joseph “Cameron” Chaney, 39, of Hudson, passed away Monday, August 3, 2026 at Amorem Hospice in Hudson following a courageous battle with esophageal cancer.
Cameron was born May 7, 1987 in Guilford County, NC to Billy Joe Chaney and Denise Hunsley Chaney. He worked at Food Lion for eighteen years serving in a variety of roles during his time there.
Preceding him...
Dennis Jed Bowman
Aug 3, 2026
Mr. Dennis Jed Bowman, age 72, of Hudson passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, at Frye Regional Medical Center.
Dennis was born on July 5, 1954, in Forsyth County to the late Oscar Newell Bowman and Ima Jean Clodfelter. Dennis was a kind, gentle, and incredibly intelligent man who never met a stranger. He loved talking with people and always...
Deborah Ritchie Lunsford
Aug 2, 2026
Mrs. Deborah Mae Ritchie Lunsford, age 72, of Rhodhiss departed this life to her heavenly home on August 2, 2026, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
Deborah was born on July 1, 1954, in Catawba County to the late Bob Ritchie and Margaret Lail Ritchie. Deborah was a loving mother of two, whose kindness and warmth touched everyone she met. She...
Charles Bruce Turner
Aug 1, 2026
Charles “Chuck” Bruce Turner, Jr., 66, of Lexington, SC passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026 at his home.
Chuck was born April 25, 1960 in Charlotte, NC to the late Charles Bruce Turner, Sr. and Joyce Marshall Turner. He will be remembered as a hardworking dedicated man, owning a masonry company in Columbia, SC. Outside of work, he was a loyal...
George Locke Link
Jul 29, 2026
George Locke Link, 51, of Granite Falls passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at Forsythe Hospital in Winston Salem.
George was born May 30, 1975 in Catawba County to Charles “Danny” Link and Margaret “Peggy” Link. George was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed life to the fullest, with his family and friends. He will be remembered for his kind...
Mollie Jane Simmons
Jul 27, 2026
Mollie Jane Simmons, age 84, of Granite Falls, NC, passed away July 27, 2026. Born January 15, 1942, to William Finley Simmons and Pawnee Kiture Mullinax Simmons, she was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, William Stephen Simmons.
Jane graduated from Appalachian State Teachers College in 1964 and began teaching at Hudson Elementary School. She earned a Master...
Timothy Pierce Edwards
Jul 23, 2026
Timothy Pierce Edwards, 63, of Lenoir, North Carolina and formerly from Chesapeake, Virginia passed away after a tough battle with cancer on July 23, 2026, at Amorem Forlines in Hudson.
Timothy was born on February 9, 1963, in Chesapeake Virginia to the late Perry Edwards Sr. and Margret Herron. Tim was known for his steady nature, his dry humor, and the...
Nancy Keller Tramble
Jul 22, 2026
Nancy Tramble, 78, of Granite Falls, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026.
Born August 1, 1947, in Hickory, North Carolina, she was a daughter of the late Clyde and Frances Keller.
Nancy graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne College in Hickory, an accomplishment that marked the beginning of a life filled with dedication to others and a passion for beauty and kindness.
She...
Teddy Darrell Wilson
Jul 20, 2026
Teddy Darrell Wilson, 64, of Granite Falls, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday July 20, 2026 at Amorem Forlines in Hudson following a courageous battle with Parkinsons Disease.
Teddy was born on November 5, 1961 in Catawba County to Christine Rowell Wilson and the late George Darrell Wilson. He was a devoted member of Dry Ponds...
Patricia Ann West
Jul 20, 2026
Miss Patricia Ann West, 61, of Hudson departed this life for her heavenly home on July 20, 2026.
Patricia was born on August 25, 1964, in Caldwell County to the late Vernon West and Willie Joe West. She was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend whose kindness and warm spirit brought joy to everyone around her. She earned her master's degree...
Larry Wayne Whitley
Jul 20, 2026
Mr. Larry “Mtn. Man” Wayne Whitley, age 67, of Lenoir passed away unexpectedly on Monday July 20, 2026, at UNC Health Blue Ridge Valdese.
Larry was born on February 26, 1959, in McNairy, Tennessee to Virginia Faye Brewer Whitley and the late JL Whitley. Larry was an outstanding man who would gladly give to anyone, even a stranger. He loved building...
Gerald Lee Richburg
Jul 14, 2026
Gerald Lee Richburg, age 68, of Iron Station in Lincoln County passed away on July 14, 2026, at his residence.
Gerald was born on November 13, 1957, in Montgomery, Alabama to the late James Richburg and Marylon Powell. Gerald will be missed by all of those that knew him.
In addition to his mother and father Gerald is proceeded in death by...
Della Mae Ward
Jul 14, 2026
Della Mae Ward, 44, departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Four Seasons Hospice in Hendersonville, following a period of declining health.
Della was born on September 18, 1981 in Catawba County to Terry Ralph Ward and the late Connie Lynn Smith Ward. Della was cherished by her family who will deeply miss her presence, laughter, and unwavering...
