Helen Elaine Templeton Pereida
Dec 23, 2024
Helen Elaine Templeton Pereida, 77, of Hickory passed away Monday, December 23, 2024, at Trinity Ridge. Born September 6th, 1947, she was the beloved daughter of the late Philip Andrew Templeton and Mary Jane Shepherd Templeton.
Helen grew up in Hamptonville on her family’s farm, a place filled with fond memories and cherished moments for all who spent time there....
James Arthur Keller
Dec 22, 2024
James Arthur Keller, 71, of Hickory passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born Tuesday, September 22nd, 1953, he was the son of James Arthur Keller Sr. and Mildred Louis Keller.
James was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish, hunt, and play golf. These passions brought him joy and countless cherished memories with family and friends.
He...
Jacob Edward Lucko
Dec 21, 2024
Jacob Edward Lucko MSGT USMC (ret) was called home Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Charles George VA Medical Center with his wife of nearly 24 years by his side. Born on March 9, 1981, he was the son of Edward John Lucko and Margaret Ann Lucko.
In March of 2001, Jake enlisted in active duty with the United States Marine Corps....
Patti Poovey Forbes
Dec 14, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of Patti Reid Poovey Forbes of Granite Falls, NC, on December 14, 2024, at the age of 68. Patti, known to many as Mrs. Forbes, blessed the lives of children throughout the years as both the Director of MECCOM Daycare and as a teacher’s assistant at Jenkins Elementary School. Patti loved nothing more...
Timothy Lail
Dec 8, 2024
Timothy Glenn Lail, 64, of Hickory passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024, at his home. Born June 22nd, 1960 he was the son of the late Harold Glenn Lail and Ruby Sue Hicks. He loved life’s simple joys. Fishing was one of his favorite ways to relax, and he enjoyed spending time outdoors, whether it was gardening, mowing the lawn,...
Robert David Bailey
Dec 5, 2024
Robert David Bailey, 85, of Granite Falls passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Hickory Falls Health and Rehab. Born February 19th, 1939 he was the son of the late Kenneth Bailey and Mary Bailey.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Bailey family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.
Justin Camp
Dec 5, 2024
Justin Dewayne Camp, age 35, of Huss Street in Lincolnton, passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Justin was born on March 27, 1989 to Mr. Camp and Carol Camp. Justin was a hard working man that did whatever he could to provide for his family. He was a devoted husband and father until the very end. He enjoyed...
Dian Bradley
Dec 4, 2024
Dian Freck Bradley, 77, of Asheville, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. Born April 21st, 1947 she was the daughter of the late Hilton Revells Freck and Mary Louise Lynch Hamilton. Dian found her true calling in the bustling world of restaurants, where she poured her heart and soul into her work. Her passion...
John Gilbert
Dec 1, 2024
John Charles Gilbert, 51, of Lenoir, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born on September 18, 1973, he was the beloved son of John Charles Gilbert Sr. and Joy Lynn Edens Cassidy. He is survived by his spouse Amy Sue Gilbert of Lenoir NC; his three daughters Jasmin Preston (Keith) of Bowling Green, OH,...
Brenda Coffey
Nov 30, 2024
Brenda Kathleen Messer Coffey, 58, of Morganton passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024, at her home. Born June 5th, 1966, she was the daughter of Thomas Gene Messer and Brenda Gayle Hoilman Messer. Brenda was a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She cherished spending time with her family and friends and loved traveling whenever possible. Her strong Christian...
Buddy Bodiford
Nov 17, 2024
Buddy Bodiford, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and steadfast man of faith, entered the arms of his Savior on Sunday morning, November 17, 2024. Born February 16, 1959, Buddy’s life was a testament to love, service, and hard work. Buddy had a love for fishing, the beach, building, and all things Texas, all of which brought him immense joy. Buddy...
Matthew Welch
Nov 10, 2024
Matthew Neal Welch, 51, of Hickory passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024, at his home. Born January 2nd, 1973, he was the son of Jerry Long Welch and the late Vickie Delores Welch. Matthew was a gifted artist, skilled woodworker, devoted homemaker, and the best stay-at-home dad and teacher. His talents seemed limitless, and he had an exceptional ability to...
Tina Carey
Nov 8, 2024
Tina Berlinda Carey, 55, of Hickory, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8, 2024, at Smoky Ridge Health & Rehabilitation. Born on October 9, 1969, she was the beloved daughter of Evan Chatman and Katie Carey Card. Tina was known for her loving and kind heart. She found joy in spending time with her family, especially her mom and grandchildren....
Timothy Punch
Nov 6, 2024
Timothy Lee Punch, 62, of Hickory passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born July 30th, 1962 he was the son of Brenda Punch Spencer. Timothy proudly served as a Navy veteran for four years. He is survived by his husband, Donald Punch; his sister, Angela Speagle (Donald) of Conover; three aunts, Judy Spencer (Charles) of...
Pamela Miller
Nov 3, 2024
Pamela Rose Miller, 70, of Hickory, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born on January 6, 1954, she was the daughter of Jeanine Boyette and the late Robert Oliver Boyette. Pamela was a true people person with a warm, outgoing spirit and a knack for making friends wherever she went. She...
Erma Johnson
Oct 31, 2024
Erma Ruth Johnson, 86, of Morganton passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024, at Morganton Long Term Care. Born August 18th, 1938 she was the daughter of the late John Bentrup and Carrie Bentrup. Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Johnson family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.
James Foote
Oct 25, 2024
James "Jimmy" Edward Foote, 68, of Hickory, NC passed away Friday, Oct. 25, 2024 at his residence, after a recurring battle with cancer. Born June 26, 1956, in Elizabeth, NJ, he was the son of the late Regina "Jean" Stich-Foote and William W. Foote. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, William W. Foote....
Mack Smith
Oct 24, 2024
Mack Roy Smith, 70, of Hickory passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born November 18th, 1953 he was the son of Leroy Benjamin Smith and Eloise Floyd Smith. He is survived by his daughter Samantha Smith of Hickory, NC; a son Donnie Smith of Hickory; his mother Eloise Smith of Newton, NC; three sisters Mildred...
Cynthia Mcglamery
Oct 22, 2024
Cynthia Gail McGlamery, 61, of Conway passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born November 23rd, 1962 she was the daughter of James Rackley and Marjorie Caison Rackley. Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The McGlamery family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.
Mildred Workman
Oct 20, 2024
Mildred Mae Smith Workman, 74, of Hickory passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024 at her home. Born November 12th, 1949 she was the daughter of the late Chester Arthur Smith and Lillie Mae Walker Smith. Mildred's home was a sanctuary for many. With a heart of gold, she was always ready to extend a helping hand to anyone in need,...