All Obituaries

Mrs. Edythe Summers Stevenson, 93, of Statesville, NC, died Thursday May 2, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on November 16, 1930, to the late Rufus Summers and Minnie Mae Gardner Summers. Edythe graduated from Unity High School in 1951 in Statesville. Edythe worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Iredell Memorial Hospital, where she enjoyed helping her patients. She also worked over 40 years in the funeral services industry and helped manage the family business, Stevenson...

 David Eugene Houston was preceded in death by his sister, Queen; his father Zebedee; his mother, Beatrice, and brothers,  Jesse and Michael, respectively.  David Houston was born October 11,1954 in Iredell County. He fell asleep in death on Monday, April 22 2024 at Novant - Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte. David was educated at Amity Elementary and South Iredell High School in Barium Springs, NC.  David’s passion was cooking and home...

  Joanne Elizabeth Archie Stewart, 72, affectionately known as Ma, Grandma Joanne, and Jodi (Jodi Frodi) passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. On November 15, 1952 Joanne was born to the late Mary Lewis Brawley Archie and Robert Lee Archie, Sr. Joanne left her home on earth to meet our Lord and Savior and to be greeted by those preceding her in death who were dear to her. Her husband, Bobby Eugene Nichols Stewart; two sisters, Myra Archie Stinson, Edna Archie Anthony; one brother,...

Benjamin Lamont Miller, son of Dianne Miller and the late Leavie Miller, was born on September 19,1972 in Alexandria, VA. He moved to Stafford, VA at the age of 10. He departed this life on April 10, 2024 at Lake Norman Reginal Hospital.  Ben graduated from North Stafford High School. He had a few jobs until his health declined and he wasn't able to work.  In addition to his mother, Dianne, he leaves to cherish the memory of his life; his son, Eric Kane Crosby & wife of...

 Bobby Joe Britt passed away on March 20, 2024 at the age of 42, in Winston Salem North Carolina. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, Bobby came out a hero and stayed strong until the end. Bobby had a bright smile and a passion for life. He enjoyed more than anything spending time with his family. He had a passion for music and cooking. He was an outstanding son, brother and...

Jerry Martin Springs, 78, was born in Iredell County on December 18, 1945 and was the son of the late Sherman Caldwell and Anna Springs Davis. He departed this life on March 26, 2024 at Novant Presbyterian Hospital, Charlotte, NC following an extended illness. Jerry was a graduate of Unity High School. He retired from D. H. Griffin Construction, Greensboro, NC. He was a member of Mt. Tabor Presbyterian Church, Cleveland, NC, where he served faithfully as a Deacon and Elder until his health...

Anthony Dewitt “Tony” Clark was born in Mooresville, NC on September 13, 1956 to Priscilla Clark and the late John H. Ross. He was predeceased by Grandparents John W. and Sarah Withers-Clark, Cleo and Ola Ross. Anthony, also known as Tony, Ant, Eyes or Mobile, was raised in Davidson NC until high school. He later moved to Charlotte NC where he resided until he departed this life. Tony was educated in the Char-Meck Schools. He was a member of Sugar Creek Church of Christ. Tony...

Ernestine Hagen, born on March 24, 1936, in Charlotte, North Carolina, to the late Margaret Lytle and John Foster, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love and community service. For 32 years, Tuckahoe, New York, was home to Ernestine, where she became a beloved figure, nurturing many children and serving her church community with devotion. As a missionary, usher, and esteemed mother of the church in both New York and North Carolina, her impact was profound and...

      George Henry Moore, Sr. was a great family man. He loved and cherished his loving wife, Rose, their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was the second of nine children born to the late Herman Carson Moore and Arlena Hunter Moore. He was also a stepson of the late Juanita Vanderburg Moore. Born on January 5, 1941, George departed this life and joined our Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord. NC. He was preceded in...

Gary Michael Houston, son of the late Earl A. Cornelius and Dorothy Ann Houston, was born September 10, 1955, in Iredell County, North Carolina. He passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024, at The Glenwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Mooresville, North Carolina. At a vey, very early age he attended Morrows Chapel United Methodist Church with his Aunts, the late Hazelene Graham and Fannie Mae Hall, and other family members. Gary attended Elementary and Middle School in Mecklenburg...

Mr. John Gilbert Spence, 59 of Mooresville, NC born on April 13, 1964 to the late  John Gilbert Spence and Rosemary Vetter in Brooklyn, NC; passed away Saturday, February 17, 2024. Before retirement John was a Furnace Technician. John had lived in the Mooresville area for 38 years, in that time he was also a member of Victory Christian Center in Charlotte, NC. He leaves to cherish memories of his life; two daughters  Christina R. Spence of Winston Salem, NC, and Tiheosha N....

On February 11, 2024, Reverend Rush Timothy Rivens exchanged time for eternity at Atrium Health-Northeast in Concord, NC.  Rush was born in Mecklenburg County to the late Willie Pryor and Mattie Rivens Pryor Eaves.  He was preceded in death by his son Rush Timothy Rivens, Jr., his step-father James Richard Eaves, one sister Clara Mae Pryor, and two brothers James Willie Pryor and Dale Edward Pryor.   Rush was a lifelong active member of Hunters Chapel United Methodist...

 Mrs. Veronica Lowery Howard was born on May 11 ,1955 in Iredell County North Carolina to Mr. Louis Gene and Mrs. Annie Mildred Mayhew Lowery.  She was one of seven children.  She received her wings on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. She was preceded in death by her father Mr. Louis Gene Lowery, her brother Mr. Lewis Lowery, grandparents Mr. William B. Stewart and Ms. Sudie (Lowery) Lather and Mr. Johnnie (Minnie) Mayhew, nephews Mr. Gercobe McClain, Mr. Jenara Davis, niece Mrs....

Richard Thomas Black Sr. was born May 8, 1940 to the late Wilson & Geneva Black. He departed his life on January 17, 2024. Richard was a graduate of Torrence Lytle High School with the class of 1958. He was employed by Donaldson Trucking NC. Richard joined Torrence Chapel AME Zion Church at a young age where he was a member of the choir. He was a beloved Father, Brother, Uncle, and friend to many. He enjoyed playing baseball, eating, fishing, and making people laugh. He also...

Mr. Charles D. Blakeney II, affectionately known as Mann, age 42, son of the late Jamie S. McCall and the late Charles D. Blakeney Sr. Charles D. Blakeney was born on January 26, 1981 in Iredell County. On January  18, 2024 an angel was dispatched from Glory to his Iredell home to escort Charles Donell Blakeney to his eternal home. Mr. Blakeney attended Mooresville Senior High School and graduated with the Class of 2000. Charles was last employed by Fifth Street Ministries of...

Mr. Carlos Fontana Jordan was born October 19, 1969 in Charlotte NC to Rowena Jordan Trapp and the late Raymond “Domack” Thompson (Peggy). He departed peacefully at home in Huntersville NC. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his sister Niki Jordan, brothers Titus Huntley and Mario Bertha, as well as his Grandparents. Shorty, as we all lovingly call him, lived in Charlotte, Trinity Park, Huntersville and Statesville. He attended North Mecklenburg High School...

Dora Carr Withers, daughter of the late Fred Monroe Carr and Irene Graham Carr, was born on June 29, 1939, in Mecklenburg County. She departed earthly life into God’s arms on January 8, 2024, at her home. She is preceded in death by fourteen siblings: Gertie Bost (Bud), Robert Carr, Daisy Berry (Rosie), Louise Little, Rosa May Hemphill (Willie), Nellie Morrison (Jimmy), Elizabeth Taylor (Clarence), James Graham (May), Bessie Boss (Troy), Johnny Carr (Ruby), Orlando Carr (Evelyn), Doris...

Thomas W. Johnson, son of the late Thomas H. and Eula M. Alexander Johnson, was born on December 13, 1934, in Mecklenburg  County, North Carolina. He has left his earthly self for his reward with our heavenly father on January 9, 2024. He leaves behind his wife of 70 years, Kay Frances Clark Johnson, his daughter Sherri D. Johnson, and his son Thomas W. Johnson, Jr. (Elizabeth) He is survived by his brothers Gerald Johnson (Libby), Tollis Johnson (Brenda), and his sisters, Carletta...

Mr. Hubert Junior Harris, 89, of Troutman, NC gained his eternal wings on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at the Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, NC. He was born on May 15, 1934, to the late Charlie and Amelia Berry Harris in Iredell County, North Carolina.     Hubert was an active and faithful member of Shinnsville United Church of Christ until his health began to fail. He was affectionately known as “Hub” and was known for his outspokenness....