Jeff Alan Clampitt
Jul 10, 2026
Jeffery Alan Clampitt, 65, of Granite Falls, passed away Friday July 10, 2026 at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK.
Jeffery was born August 4, 1960 in Catawba County to Mrs. Nancy Houser Adams and the late David Clampitt. He retired after 40 years from Corning Cable Systems and was a member of the Falcon Club of America. He enjoyed traveling...
Teresa Renee Pryce
Jun 11, 2026
Ms. Teresa Renee Pryce, 60, of Lenoir passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026 at her home following a period of declining health.
Teresa was born May 7, 1966 in Caldwell County to Mrs. Shirley Price and the late Roy Lee Price.
Teresa will be remembered for her caring and compassionate heart. She had a deep love for animals, rescuing and caring for...
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...
Karen Kay Mast
Jul 12, 2026
Mrs. Karen Kay Mast, 61, of Patterson passed away and entered her heavenly home on July 12, 2026, at Novant Forsyth Medical Center.
Mrs. Mast was born on July 15, 1964, in Meridian Mississippi to the late Billy Glenn Berry and Emogene Greer Whisnant. Mrs. Mast was a loving and kind woman with a generous heart who was always willing to...
Michael Vincent Osborne
Jul 11, 2026
Mr. Michael Vincent Osborne, 45, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Michael was born March 30, 1981 in Caldwell County to Brenda Berry and the late Terry Lee Wilcox.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Lilly Mae Berry; and uncle, Michael Steven Osborne.
Those left to cherish his memory include his son, River Alexander Osborne;...
Lynn Blackburn Potter
Jul 7, 2026
Lynn Blackburn Potter, 68, of Granite Falls, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.
Lynn was born on May 17, 1958, in Catawba County to the late Thomas Blackburn and Alice Lackey Blackburn. Lynn was a beloved member of the Granite Falls and Hudson communities. She dedicated...
Phillip Todd Clontz
Jul 5, 2026
Mr. Philip Todd Clontz, 64, of Hildebran passed away July 5, 2026, in Hickory, NC.
Philip was born March 13, 1962, in Caldwell County to the late Oscar Clontz and Matilda Leonhardt Clontz. He worked in furniture manufacturing.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his older brothers, Byron Clontz and Bobby Clontz; sister-in-law, Sharon Clontz; and brothers-in-law,...
Leonard Devon Teague
Jul 3, 2026
Leonard Devon Teague, 93, of Granite Falls, went home to be with his Lord on Friday July 3, 2026, at his residence.
Mr. Teague was born on September 3, 1932, in Alexander County to the late Ioma Teague. He was a man of deep faith, unwavering patriotism, and a servant's heart. Throughout his life, he was known for his willingness to...
Bruce Darrell Williams
Jul 3, 2026
Bruce Darrell Williams, 72, of Granite Falls, departed this life to his heavenly home surrounded by his loving family on Friday July 3, 2026 at his home.
Bruce was born on July 22, 1953 in Caldwell County, to the late Ralph Vernon Williams and Ruth Bumgarner Williams. He was a dedicated member of the maintenance team at J & S Services...
Chad Everett Hare
Jul 2, 2026
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Chad Everett Hare, 47 yrs old of Lenoir NC went to his eternal home on July 2,2026.
He was born in Catawba County to William Ford and Bobbie Hare. Chad was preceded in death by his daddy, William Ford, grandmother Wayburn Hare, and several other loved ones. He is survived by his loving daughters, Cloey Hare & Danielle...
Ana R. Torres
Jun 29, 2026
Ms. Ana R. Torres, 86, of Granite Falls passed away peacefully at her home, Monday, June 29, 2026 following a period of declining health.
To know Ana Torres was to experience a true force of nature. She walked through life with an intensity that was unmistakable; she was a woman of immense strength and unshakable passion, dedicated to every path she...
Michael Curtis Lunsford
Jun 28, 2026
Michael Curtis Lunsford, 62, of Rhodhiss passed away on June 28, 2026, at his residence.
Mr. Lunsford was born on August 28, 1963, to the late Eddie Lunsford and Dorothy Benfield Lunsford. Michael was a man with many passions and a deep appreciation for life's simple blessings. He found peace and joy in the mountains, loved spending time bass fishing, and...
Zane Morgan Stokes
Jun 27, 2026
Zane Morgan Stokes, 24, of Lenoir left this world far too soon on June 27, 2026, at his residence.
Zane was born on May 30, 2002, in Ashtabula, Ohio to Gary Hughes and Lenae Stokes. Zane's educational journey was marked by his graduation from West Caldwell High School, where he was a proud participant in the JROTC program for four years....
Bradley Chase Tinney
Jun 26, 2026
Bradley Chase Tinney, 43, of Hickory passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, surrounded by friends, doing what he loved.
Chase was born on April 18, 1983 in Alabama. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. Chase was a die hard Auburn fan and an avid disc golfer. He loved music, attended many concerts, and never missed a chance...
Wayne Eugene Hartley
Jun 24, 2026
Wayne Eugene Hartley, 70, of Hudson, departed this world and entered his heavenly home on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Amorem Forlines in Hudson.
Mr. Hartley was born on March 26, 1956, in Watauga County to the late Darl Eugene Hartley and Frances Wheeler. Mr. Hartley found great joy in life's simple pleasures, especially spending time on the golf course whenever...
Guy Harold Williams
Jun 24, 2026
Mr. Guy Harold Williams, 94, of Granite Falls passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Hickory Falls Health and Rehab following a period of declining health.
Mr. Williams was born March 7, 1932, in Caldwell County to the late Millard O. Williams and Lottie Richards Williams. He was a faithful member of Dudley Shoals Baptist Church.
Mr. Williams will be remembered as...
Lloyd Albert “Butch” Hames
Jun 21, 2026
Lloyd Albert “Butch” Hames, Sr., 79, of Granite Falls, departed this life to his heavenly home on Sunday June 21, 2026 at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory following a brief illness.
Butch was born on February 13, 1947 in Rowan County, NC to the late Coin Albert Hames and Sally Ruth Tutterow Hames. He dedicated many years of his life...
Monty Chris Baker
Jun 20, 2026
Monty Christopher Baker, age 68, peacefully transitioned from his earthly life to begin his Heavenly life, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at his home in Rutherfordton, NC. He was born in Lenoir, North Carolina to the late Bill Baker and Shirley Powell (Baker), he was dedicated veteran who proudly served his country...
Cheryl Ann Barstad
Jun 20, 2026
Cheryl Ann Barstad, 82, of Granite Falls, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at Amorem Forlines in Hudson following a period of declining health.
Cheryl was born on April 2, 1944, in Pennsylvania to the late John Pittman and Mary McCormick. Cheryl worked as a nursing assistant, caring for others with compassion and dedication. Above all, she cherished being a...
Adolphus Lowman
Jun 18, 2026
Adolphus Lowman, 74, of Lenoir, passed away peacefully on Thursday June 18, 2026, at his residence following a period of declining health.
Adolphus was born on May 12, 1952, in Burke County to the late Pink Lowman and Rosie Barnes Lowman. He was a United States Marine Corps. veteran and was a truck driver for many years. He was cherished by...
