Local obituaries for Catawba County, NC.
Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. Yet, for those who have recently experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary means so much more. It is a bittersweet reminder of all we've lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. If you have recently lost someone you love, we hope that you will accept our condolences.
Charles Leonard Bolick
Sep 9, 2026
Charles Leonard Bolick, 85, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026 at his home in Conover.
Born on September 19 th 1940 he was the son of the late Robert L Bolick and Grace L Bolick. Charles was also preceded in death by his beloved wife Joyce H Bolick, Sisters: Ruth Bolick, Elizabeth Bolick, Dee Bolick, and Sarah Ann Price. Brothers:...
Lucina Delgado Rodriguez
Sep 6, 2026
Lucina Delgado Rodriguez, de 99 años, de Lincolnton, falleció el domingo 6 de septiembre de 2026 en Atrium Health. Nació el 30 de junio de 1927 y fue hija de los fallecidos Jeronimo Delgado Mondragon y Lorenza Rodriguez Soza.
Lucina tenía un profundo amor por Dios y por su fe. A los 70 años, comenzó a leer la Biblia y, gracias...
Clifton Darrell Walton Jr.
Sep 5, 2026
Clifton Darrell Walton Jr., 45, of Hickory, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born June 8, 1981, he was the son of Clifton Darrell Walton Sr. and Cynthia Tipps Walton.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at Jenkins Funeral Home, 4081 Startown Road, Newton, NC. The family will...
Allan Cruikshank Hodgdon
Sep 1, 2026
Allan Cruikshank Hodgdon, 85, of Hickory passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Born, July 29th, 1941, he was the son of the late Thomas Guy Hodgdon and Bernice Cruikshank Hodgdon. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Tim Hodgdon.
Everyone knew Allan as Tuck. And everyone who knew Tuck appreciated his boisterous spirit, as well...
Paul Anthony McGuigan Sr.
Sep 1, 2026
Paul Anthony McGuigan Sr., 65, of Conover, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. He was born on December 29, 1960, and was the son of the late James and Virgie McGuigan. Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Paul eventually made his home in North Carolina.
Paul was a plumber by trade, but his talents went far beyond plumbing. There...
Beverly Jean LaJuett
Sep 1, 2026
Beverly Jean Hamblen LaJuett, 95, of Mooresville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026.
Beverly was born July 25, 1931, in Syracuse, New York, to the late Eric Johnston Hamblen and Irene Isabelle Boon Hamblen. She met her husband Bob when she was 15 years old and they married on February 10, 1949. They shared their life together and...
Ralph S. Watts
Aug 31, 2026
In Loving Memory
Born the youngest of six children, he was spoiled by his four sisters—and later by his beloved wife of 72 years, Faye.
At 17, he joined the United States Army and served with the 71st Infantry Division during the closing days of World War II, helping liberate concentration camps. After returning home, he met Faye, the love of his...
Rick Rector
Aug 28, 2026
William Ricky Rector "Rick", 73, of Hickory died Friday, August 28, 2026 at his residence. Born May 16th, 1953 he was the son of William Jerry Rector and Betty Mae Jolley Rector.
His wife of 52 years, Evie Rector; his daughters, Grace Anne Rector of the home, Jenna Reed and partner Wayne Reese of Boone; son, "WJ" Rector and wife, Alyson...
Robert Bruce LeGore
Aug 26, 2026
Robert Bruce LeGore, 79, of Conover, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at Carolina Caring.
Bob was born May 13, 1947, in Aruba. At the age of 12, his family moved to the U.S., eventually residing in St. Petersburg, FL. He moved to Hickory, NC in the 70's to manage the 1st McDonalds in the area. He graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne University...
Lynn Renee Hawkins
Aug 26, 2026
Lynn Renee Hawkins, 68, of Morganton was born, October 10th, 1957, and passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Frye Regional Medical Center.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Hawkins family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.
Ilie Nastase
Aug 24, 2026
Ilie Nastase, 74, of Hickory, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Born March 12, 1952, he was the son of Aurel Nastase and Casandra Valeria Nastase.
Ilie was a source of love and warmth to everyone that knew him. His kindness, gentleness, and undeniable faith touched the lives of many. He was a devoted father...
Monica N. Delgado
Aug 24, 2026
Monica N. Delgado, de 49 años, de Newton, falleció el lunes 24 de agosto de 2026 en Catawba Medical Center. Nació el viernes 10 de junio de 1977 en Los Angeles, California.
Monica tenía una gran pasión por el canto. Se veía especialmente hermosa con su traje de mariachi, y su voz fuerte y hermosa era un reflejo de su espíritu...
John Albert Polinski
Aug 23, 2026
John Albert Polinski, 79, of Claremont passed away peacefully Sunday, August 23, 2026. Born, October 16th, 1946, he was the son of the late John Polinski and Mary Pregan Polinski.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Polinski; his nephew, Kevin McCreedy (Maria); his brother-in-law, Michael Donato; and his sister-in-law, Barbara Magill.
The family will have private services.
Please sign the online guestbook...
Dr. George Joyce
Aug 22, 2026
Dr. George William (Bill) Joyce passed away on August 22, 2026 at the age of 92. He practiced internal medicine in High Point for well over 30 years, beloved by his patients and respected by his colleagues.
He began his career by joining Dr. William Flythe at High Point Internal Medicine. The practice changed names throughout the years, but Dr. Joyce...
Randy Lee McCaslin
Aug 22, 2026
Randy Lee McCaslin, born July 22, 1965, passed away tragically on August 22, 2026, at the age of 61.Randy was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his love for his family, and the pride he took in the life he built.For more than 30 years, Randy worked...
Tamara Elaine Pope
Aug 21, 2026
Tamara Elaine Pope, 45, of Conover, passed away Friday, August 21, 2026, at Gordon Hospice House following her battle with cancer.
Born July 8, 1981, she was the daughter of Nora Weaver and husband Benny, Marquita Pope, and the late Phillip Clyde Pope.
Tamara loved her dog, Tate, and had a lifelong love of dance, especially ballet and tap. She spent much...
David Leonard Anderson
Aug 19, 2026
David Leonard Anderson, 85, of Granite Falls, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born, February 6th, 1941, he was the son of the late Leonard Jacob Anderson and Jessie Lucinda Anderson.
David retired from Sherrill’s Furniture where he cut cloth for many years. He loved the outdoors and his hobbies included hunting, camping, fly fishing, chopping...
Robert William Koback
Aug 17, 2026
Robert William Koback, 68, of Maiden, passed away Monday, August 17, 2026, at Atrium Health in Charlotte. Born August 26, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio, Robert was a graduate of Hickory High School and Catawba Valley Community College, where he earned two associate degrees in Business and Transportation. He worked for more than 30 years in distribution.
Robert was a skilled craftsman...
Norma Jean Woodie
Aug 17, 2026
Norma Jean Woodie, 77, of Hickory, passed away Monday, August 17, 2026, at Carolina Caring. Born July 20, 1949, in Lenoir, North Carolina, she was the daughter of S.A. McCrary and Lola Mae McCrary.
Norma received her GED from Catawba Valley Technical School. She worked as a Tupperware director for 30 years and was very talented at whatever she put her...
Carolyn Eunice Mullinax
Aug 11, 2026
Carolyn Eunice Mullinax, 79, of Newton died Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at Carolina Caring. Born April 25th, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Orland Yount and Eunice Wilson.
Her two daughters, Lisa Whisenant and Valarie Gates; her grandchildren, Melinda Mullinax, Kim Mullinax, Shawn Whisenant, Bailey Camara and her husband and her great-grandchildren, Alyssa Mullinax and Destiny Weaver and two...
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