All Obituaries

Mrs. Rachel Parker Smith, formerly of Catonsville, MD, daughter of the late Edward Parker and Hattie Ross Parker, she was married to the late George Smith, Survivors includes, 1 Daughter, Mrs. Mary B. McPherson (Lloyd) of Mooresville, NC, Two Sons, Ulysses Smith (Shirley) of Mooresville, NC, and  Frank Smith of Newark, NJ, other relatives and friends.   A Memorial Service and Interment will be held at a later date.  

James Dosey Mayfield Jr. formally of 372 Medlin St. Statesville, NC, entered eternal rest on March 4, 2026, at Wilkes Medical Center, Wilkesboro, NC. James an only child was born on August 10, 1952 to James Dosey Mayfield and Ada Bratcher Mayfield who preceded him in death. James was raised in Statesville in the home of his maternal grandparents John and Lizzy Bratcher and the home of his maternal aunt Rosie Bratcher after the early death of his mother.  James also ...

Born on March 27, 1958, in Mooresville, North Carolina, Elton was the beloved son of the late Clyde C. Jetton Jr. and Eunice Amelia Mills Jetton. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Clyde C. Jetton Sr. and Lutell Campbell Jetton, R.D. Mills and Estell Rankins Mills; a granddaughter, Indya Torrence; and a step brother Calvin Patterson. Elton was a proud graduate of Mooresville High School, Class of 1976. In October of 1978, he honorably enlisted in the United States Army, ...

In Lieu of Flowers or Planting a Tree, Gift Cards are preferred and can be sent to the Church at 145 Lipe Road, Troutman NC 28166 Donald Edward Curry Sr., age 69, passed away on February 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, love, and strength. Donald proudly served his country in the United States Army, obtaining the rank of Sgt 1st Class, retiring in 1998 after a distinguished military career marked by discipline, leadership, and honor. Even after retirement, his ...

Ronald Carver Donaldson, age 85, of Cornelius, North Carolina, entered eternal rest on February 11, 2026. He was born on June 11, 1940, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to the late James and Eugenia A. Donaldson. Ronald was a devoted man of faith whose life was marked by service, dedication, and love for family and community. A proud graduate of Torrence Lytle High School, he completed his studies with honors and carried that same determination throughout his life. Ronald ...

Warren Lee Little was born on September 3, 1946, in Iredell County and he peacefully departed this life on February 4, 2026, at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Virginia Little, and his brother, Frank Jr. Warren was a graduate of Dunbar High School with the Class of 1964. He then received a Bachelor of Science degree in    Sociology from Livingstone College, graduating with the Class of 1968. Upon graduation, he became a school teacher until ...

Rev. Lawrence Kerns Jr. was born in Mecklenburg County on   January 16th, 1940, to the parents of Geneva P. Kerns and Lawrence Potts. He attended Charlotte-Mecklenburg Public Schools and graduated from Torrence-Lytle High School. At an early age, he joined Gethsemane Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Nash, and sang in the chorus. Additionally, he sang with his family as the Twilight Gospel Singers. Under Reverend Clement Morris, Lawrence was designated as a Trustee ...

Tony Jerod Martin II (“TJ”) was born on November 17th, 1983, to Tony Jerod and Sonya Barnes Martin.  He transitioned to his heavenly home on Friday, January 30th, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center in Fort Mill, SC.  Tony was baptized at Reeves Temple A.M.E Zion Church in Davidson, NC. He participated as a Junior Usher, Buds of Promise Juvenile Missionary, and the Honorary Youth Missionary programs.  Tony graduated from Garinger High School on June 7th, 2002. He ...

Theodore Winford Jr., 81 of Cleveland, North Carolina, departed his life Thursday, January 15th at his home. He was born to the late Theodore Winford Sr. and Olena Winford on September 16, 1944. His wife, Geraldine Olivia Winford predeceased him in April 2021. His siblings, Willie Jean Winford Harris and Mamie Winford Hooper, also predeceased him. He was known as “Ode”, “TH”, “T” and “Teddy”.  Mr. Winford was a graduate of Unity High ...

 Dorothy Lee Mills was born April 22, 1931, in Huntersville, North Carolina, to the late Will Horton and Louise Belle Carr-Horton. She was one of seven children, five girls and two boys—and grew up in the family home with her parents and grandfather, the late Thomas Horton, who lived to be 102 years old.  Dorothy was educated in the Mecklenburg County School System. She attended Ada Jenkins Elementary School in Davidson, North Carolina, and graduated from ...

Lequeint Troutman, age 44, was born on March 31, 1981, in Mooresville, North Carolina. He passed away on January 18, 2026, in Greensboro, North Carolina, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and meaningful connections with all who knew him. Lequeint was the beloved son of Lori Redfear and the late Theodore McCorkle. He was preceded in death by his father, Theodore McCorkle; his grandfathers, Robert Lee Troutman and William McCorkle; and his grandmother, Thelma Sharpe. He will be ...

Ms. Linda Moss, 62, was born in on May 12, 1963 and was the daughter of George Moss and the late Sue Moss. She attended A.L. Brown High School and East Carolina University. She was a dedicated and caring healthcare aide who loved each and everyone of her clients. Linda Moss was a beautiful soul whose life was a living testimony of love, kindness, and service to others. She was truly one of God’s special gifts to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Linda never met a ...

Robert Wayne Wilson, a beloved father, Paw Paw, cousin, and friend, peacefully transitioned from this life on January 6, 2026, at Atrium Health Hospice & Palliative Care Cabarrus, following a courageous battle with lung cancer. Wayne was born on April 1, 1943, in Iredell County, North Carolina, to the late Robert H. Wilson and Vaneva Cherry. He was educated in the Mecklenburg and Iredell County School Systems and later attended Central Piedmont Community College obtaining his ...

Mr. Frankie Sylvester Washington, 69, was born July 7, 1956, in Iredell County, North Carolina, to Mary Carr and the late Franklin Nathaniel Mills Sr. Frankie completed his education in  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He then went on to work at the bakery for many years. In addition to his father, Frankie was preceded in death by his brother, Otis White, Booker T. Margaret Washington, and his loving sister, Teresa Westmoreland. Those left to cherish his memories are his mother, Mary F. ...

God saw the road was getting rough and the hills were getting hard to climb on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 3:48pm a gentle voice whispered, "Peace be thine". Mrs. Lillian Caison Reid was born March 22, 1935 in Iredell County, North Carolina to the late George W. and Annie Turner Caison. She was a member of Reids Memorial Presbyterian Church were she served as an Elder. She was affiliated with the Elks and Eastern Stars.  She preceded in death by ...

Roland Bernard Sinclair was born February 11, 1939, to the late Margaret Ellen Horne and Reece Blair Sinclair, in Wadesboro, North Carolina. “Sinclair” was a 1956 graduate of Polkton High School. In 1960 he graduated from North Carolina College at Durham (now NC Central) with a Bachelor of Science Degree, and in 1968 from The Illinois Institute of Technology with a Master’s Degree in Photography. He was a member of the Alpha Phi Alph Fraternity. From 1969-2002 Sinclair ...

     James “Ham” McNeely, age 80, transitioned from this life into eternity on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. He was born on March 17, 1945 in Mecklenburg County North Carolina, to the late Mattie McNeely Mundy and was raised by his grandfather James “Pank” McNeely whom he affectionately called “Daddy” and his bonus mother Lula Black McNeely.      He was educated in the Mecklenburg County School System and attended Ada ...

Bryan Phillip Fishe, from Sherrills Ford, NC, took his final breath on December 2, 2025, in Charlotte, NC, wrapped in the comfort of God’s promise and just days after celebrating his 69th birthday. From the very beginning, Bryan carried a spirit that made people feel lighter just by being near him. He was the one with the witty joke, the optimistic outlook, the encouraging reminders that things would be alright. His favorite sayings were: “Good Lord Willing” and “The ...