Tate Nathanial Blanton
Feb 26, 2025
Tate Nathanial Blanton passed away on Wednesday after losing his battle with addiction at 27 years of age. Tate is survived by his parents, Dean & Heather Blanton; his sister Tori Elizabeth Klauka with her husband Logan & son Marshel; his daughter Skyla Rayne Blanton with her mom Raven Miller, and a huge family that deeply mourns his loss. His...
David Dwight Fitzgerald
Feb 25, 2025
David Dwight Fitzgerald, 44, of Hickory, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born on November 15, 1980, he was the beloved son of Dr. Dwight Melvin Fitzgerald and Katherine Tatum McGinness.
David was incredibly bright, a natural athlete, and had an adventurous spirit. He excelled in tennis and was a fantastic skier and...
Carleen Ervin Willard
Feb 24, 2025
Carleen Willard died peacefully on February 24th, 2025. She was able to celebrate her 100th birthday.
She is survived by three brothers Danny Ervin of Troutman, NC, Melvin Ervin of Troutman, NC, and Bud Ervin (Mary) of Winston Salem; a sister Sonya Ervin Blake of New Orleans, LA; a son Jerry Willard (Janice) of Maiden, NC and their children Mark Willard...
Katie Mae Carey Card
Feb 23, 2025
Katie Mae Carey Card, 75, of Hickory passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born November 10th, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Dan Carey and Vera Ussery Carey.
Katie was deeply loved by both her family and her spiritual family, touching the lives of so many with her kindness and warmth. Nothing...
Charlotte "Mickie" Smith Church
Feb 20, 2025
Charlotte "Mickie" Smith Church, 89, of Hickory, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, February 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 1, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Garland Smith and Arleen Winbarger Smith.
Mickie had a deep love for her Lord and Savior, her children, and especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She cherished her...
Scott Delano Lockaby
Feb 16, 2025
Scott Delano Lockaby, 60, of Claremont passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025 at his home. Born May 9th, 1964 he was the son of Fred Delano Lockaby and Brenda Lorraine Lockaby.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Lockaby family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.
Joshua James Brandy
Feb 13, 2025
Joshua (Naomi) James Brandy, 33, of Newton, passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at his home. Born February 17th, 1991, he was the son of Bruce William Brandy and Mary Helen Brandy.
Joshua was a beautiful and bright soul who overcame many struggles in life. Facing challenges with his identity, Joshua became more comfortable being known as Naomi. Joshua...
Edward "Ed" MacMillian Goodson
Jan 27, 2025
Edward “Ed” MacMillan Goodson, 87, of Lincolnton NC, passed away peacefully surrounded by his close family, Monday, January 27, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory NC. Ed was born on November 23, 1937 in Lincolnton NC, son of the late Claude Hampton (Sr.) and Corrie McMillan Goodson (originally of Lincolnton NC and Gaffney SC). He was predeceased by...
Walter Jeffrey Savournin
Jan 26, 2025
Walter Jeffrey Savournin, who most recently resided in Hickory, NC, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the Carolina Caring Hospice House in Newton, NC. He chose to leave during the Eagles' playoff game at 4:20 in the afternoon—a typical and meaningful gesture for him. He was surrounded by his wife, Carol, and his two daughters, Jillian (Savournin) Leslie...
Karla Leanna Hines Blackwell
Jan 22, 2025
Karla Leann Hines Blackwell, 45, of Hickory passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at Carolina Caring Sherrills Ford Hospice House. Born July 3rd, 1979 she was the daughter of the late Michael Garcia and Mary Sue Hines.
She had a creative side and enjoyed working on diamond art, finding joy and relaxation in placing each tiny gem to create something beautiful....
Beryl Mary Gunn
Jan 22, 2025
Beryl Mary Gunn, 85, of Newton passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born June 11th, 1939, she was the daughter of John Morris and Lizzie Morris.
She is survived by her husband Walter Gunn; three daughters, Dale Schofield of Mt. Vernon, Washington, Hazel Harrow of Hickory, North Carolina, and Allison Corey of Oregon City, Oregon; her...
Stanley Lynn Frey
Jan 22, 2025
Stanley Lynn Frey, 56, of Hickory passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at Lenoir Health & Rehabilitation Center. Born January 31st, 1968 he was the son of the late Donald Paul Frey and Lona Louise Poling Frey.
The family will be having a private Celebration of Life at a later date.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Frey family has...
Gary Michael Cox
Jan 21, 2025
Gary Michael Cox, 47, of Conover passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Born December 28th, 1977, he was the son of Mark Lloyd Cox and Teresa Caludie Martin.
He is survived by his wife Genesis Ocasio-Meta of Conover, NC; his son Xander Michael Cox and daughter Aurora Raven Cox both of Conover, NC; his mother Teresa Claudien Martin of Florida; two...
Nancy Laraine Henline
Jan 20, 2025
Nancy Laraine Henline, 77, of Hickory, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 20, 2025. Born on May 16, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Robert Clay Henline Sr. and Gertrude Forga Henline.
Nancy attended Meredith College before earning her degree from Lenoir-Rhyne College in 1969. She began her career as an educator, teaching at Hudson High School and later...
Robin Denise Deaton
Jan 15, 2025
Robin Denise Hollar Deaton, 68, of Hickory passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Born November 27th, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Cloyd Gamewell Hollar and Margaret Willis Harmon Hollar.
Robin dedicated over 30 years of her life working with Canteen and another 20 years with Dillard's. She was a woman with a zest for life, known for her...
Gregory Paul Fissinger
Jan 12, 2025
Gregory Paul Fissinger, 64, of Hickory passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born September 8th, 1960 he was the son of Paul Cleveland Fissinger III and Judith Louise Austin Fissinger.
Please check back at a later date for arrangement details.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Fissinger family has entrusted arrangements to Caring...
Caryn Cabe Eller
Jan 8, 2025
Caryn Gail Cabe Eller, 60, of Conover passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born November 19th, 1964 she was the daughter of the late Charlie Mack Cabe and Emily Warren Akins Cabe.
Caryn worked for King Hickory Furniture Company in Hickory, NC, where she was dedicated to her work. However, what truly defined her...
Austen Richard Spaller
Jan 3, 2025
Austen Richard Spaller, a quiet soul with a brilliant mind, sharp wit, and a loving heart, passed away on January 3, 2025 at the age of 34. Born and raised in Hickory, North Carolina, Austen was known for his dry sense of humor, his deep love for his family and friends, and his remarkable intelligence.
Austen graduated from Hickory High School...
Mary Sue Watson Fields
Jan 3, 2025
Mary Sue Watson Fields, 80, of Hickory passed away Friday, January 3, 2025, at her home. Born March 28th, 1944 she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Long Watson and Virginia Haywood Findley. Mary Sue loved to spend her time relaxing and reading Nora Roberts and J.D. Robb novels. She also enjoyed being creative while creating cross stitch masterpieces.
She...
George Crawford Sawyer Jr.
Dec 28, 2024
George Crawford Sawyer Jr., 81, of Lenoir passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Wendover Hospice House. Born October 15th, 1943, he was the son of the late George Crawford Sawyer Sr. and Lucille Ward Sawyer.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Sawyer family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.