Ray Daniel Sigmon
Apr 18, 2025
Ray Daniel Sigmon, 91, of Conover, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, April 18, 2025. Born on April 2, 1934, he was the son of the late Carl and Ada Estelle Sigmon.
Ray spent most of his career working at Broyhill Furniture in Newton. Known affectionately by many as “Monk,” he will be remembered for his deep love of...
Darrell Lynn Steele
Apr 13, 2025
Darrell Steele, 61, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents Billy Ralph Steele and Patricia Blackwell Steele, a sister Beverly Dobbins.
Many describe Darrell as a quiet man with a kind and gentle soul. He had a true passion for photography and had an amazing ability to capture...
Rebecca Marie Burrows
Apr 13, 2025
Rebecca Marie Burrows (née Danczak), of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Michael and Sophie Danczak (Jablonowski), Rebecca lived a life full of adventure, love, and cherished moments with her family.
Rebecca was the beloved wife of Frank Burrows, with whom she shared fifty-seven honeymoon...
Scott Allen Robinson
Apr 12, 2025
Scott Robinson, age 65, of Conover, NC, passed away on April 12, 2025, after a brief hospital stay due to an acute illness.
Scott graduated from Springfield Local High School in Petersburg, Ohio, in 1978.
Scott is preceded in death by his parents Robert and Catherine Robinson of Athens, GA, his nephew Matthew Robinson of Camden DE, and his sister in law...
Juanita Cleo Smart
Apr 4, 2025
Juanita Cleo Floyd Smart, 92, of Hickory, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Carolina Caring Sherrills Ford Hospice House. Born on August 21, 1932, she was the daughter of the late James Roy Floyd and Vernie May Floyd.
Known to all as “Nanny,” Juanita lived up to the name in every possible way. She raised not only her...
Gregory Allen Setzer
Apr 2, 2025
Gregory Allen Setzer, 55, of Conover, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House after a courageous battle with cancer. Though he lost his earthly fight, he is now home in Heaven, fully healed. Born September 23, 1969, he was the son of John Lawrence Setzer and Doris Ann Setzer.
He attended IChurch, where he found...
Betty Sue Black
Mar 29, 2025
Betty Sue Cottle Black, 62, of Conover, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025, at her home. Born February 2nd, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Orville Cottle Sr. and Lou Ella Brewster Cottle.
She is survived by her two sons, Rex Reagan (Kelly) of Conover and Brian Black of Cleveland; her two grandchildren, Samara Black and Brianna Black; her...
Nancy Elaine Clark
Mar 25, 2025
Nancy Elaine Clark, 80, of Morganton, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Amorem. Born November 22nd, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Stuart Lee Cozort Sr. and Margaret Mae Cozort.
She was a devoted member of Oak Hill United Methodist Church for over 60 years, actively serving on numerous committees and boards. As a cherished member of the...
Vicki Lynn Burton
Mar 23, 2025
Vicki Lynn Burton, 59, of Catawba, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born December 23rd, 1965, she was the daughter of James Lee Burton and Sharon Josephine Burton.
Vicki loved spoiling her grandchildren and spent much of her time with them enjoying crafts, especially creating things with yarn and beads.
She is survived by her daughter, Rachel...
Leona Faye Jones
Mar 19, 2025
Leona Faye Jones, 87, of Phoenix, Arizona, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Sale, North Carolina. Born on August 14, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Monerable Arnold Alexander and Ova Lee Utt Alexander.
Leona was a graceful and loving mother, sister, daughter, aunt, grandmother,...
Janice Illene Treffinger
Mar 19, 2025
Janice Illene Lunde Treffinger, 78, of Connelly Springs passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Magnolia Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born March 12th, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Arnold Orlando Lunde and Olga Galstad Lunde.
Janice had a true passion for gardening, she could grow just about anything, from flowers and herbs to vegetables and trees. No matter...
Peter Bruce Hill
Mar 14, 2025
Peter Bruce Hill, 90, of Claremont passed away Friday, March 14, 2025, at UNC Health Blue Ridge. Born February 21st, 1935, he was the son of the late Arthur Gladstone Hill and Doris Mary Hill.
He is survived by his life partner, Anita Cox of Claremont, NC; his daughters, Cathy Hill (John Whittingham) of Matthews, NC, and Sherri Silvia (John) Matthews,...
John "Mike" Michael Robbins
Mar 12, 2025
John “Mike” Michael Robbins, 77, of Hickory, NC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center.
Mike was born on October 13, 1947, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late John Peter Robbins Jr. and Lucy Jessica Hudson Robbins.
A 1965 graduate of Claremont Central High School, Mike went on to attend UNC Chapel Hill and the University...
Bric Timothy Mullis
Mar 11, 2025
Bric Timothy Mullis, 52, of Hickory passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born October 25th, 1972, he was the son of Joe W. Mullis and Shirlene Mullis.
He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Poole Mullis; his daughter, Christa B. Mullis of Alabama; his two sisters, Cleo Clonniger of Stanley and Carol Jones of...
Cynthia "Cyndi" Lynn Blubaugh
Mar 9, 2025
Cynthia "Cyndi" Lynn Blubaugh, 60, of Newton closed her final chapter Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born June 29th, 1964, she was the daughter of Lowell Francis Hood and Jeanie Sue Hood—two people who probably never imagined they were raising such a stubborn, free-spirited, kind-hearted force of nature.
Cyndi was many things—a lover of dogs,...
Phillip Baxter Daye
Mar 6, 2025
Phillip Baxter Daye, 67, of Granite Falls passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025 at his son's home. Born October 9th, 1957, he was the son of Jack Duane Day Sr. and Mildred Ray Cox.
He is survived by his son, Mickey Daye and husband Ben Ramsey of Asheville; his sister, Karen Slayer and husband Robert Slayer of Blacklick, Ohio; two brothers,...
Michael John Walburn
Mar 6, 2025
Michael John Walburn, 56, of Hickory passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025, at his home. Born March 11th, 1968, he was the son of Franklin Lowell Walburn and Shirley Ann Walburn.
He is survived by his sister, Peggy Butler and husband Donald Butler; and his brother, Gerald "Jerry" Walburn.
He is preceded in death by his parents Franklin and Shirley Walburn.
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Michele "Mishi" Renee Sperber
Mar 5, 2025
Michele "Mishi" Renee Sperber of Hickory, NC leaped into the arms of her cherished savior Jesus Christ, on March 5, 2025. The trumpets are blasting, the angels are singing, and Michele is dancing as she beholds the parade of loved ones and dear pets welcoming her into their presence, a long-awaited promise. During her 82 years, Michele was known for...
Jacob Lee Kirk
Mar 2, 2025
Jacob Lee Kirk, 26, of Hickory passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025 at his home. Born April 21st, 1998, he was the son of Jesse Neri Lovato and Danielle Denise Kirk.
In addition to his parents, Jacob is survived by his special moms, Erin and LaDarla Lioret of Newton; his special mom, Kim Longo of Hickory; his special father, Tom Longo...
Donald "Don" Ellis Clark
Mar 2, 2025
In Loving Memory of Donald “Don” Ellis Clark
Don Clark, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, was called home to be with the Lord on March 2nd, surrounded by his loving family.
Born and raised in Memphis, TN, he made Raleigh, NC, his home in 1985, where he built a life filled with love, adventure, and deep devotion to family. A...