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.
Pamela Carter Pruett
Aug 9, 2026
On Sunday, August 9, 2026, the world became a little quieter with the passing of Pam Pruett, who died at home in Granite Falls at the age of 66.
Pamela Carter Pruett was born in Anderson, South Carolina, on February 13, 1960, the oldest of four children born to James Emmett and Shelba Carter Pruett. She grew up with her siblings,...
Roger Dale Miller (Road Dog, RD)
Aug 7, 2026
Road Dog carried a battered body, but he kept the rebellious spirit of a teenager, always living on the wild side of life. Through his 72 years, he clearly had favor with the Lord. Anyone who knew him understood that. His life was filled with good and bad, just like most, but the stories he left behind were anything but...
Teresa Campbell
Aug 6, 2026
Teresa Campbell, 67, of Lincolnton, NC, passed away peacefully at home on August 6, 2026. She was surrounded by family and her beloved cat, Patches.
Teresa loved the beach and spending time with her family and dearest friends. She also loved playing with Patches and making sure she had plenty of toys and treats! Teresa had the best heart of anyone...
Danijel Rustemov
Aug 5, 2026
Danijel Rustemov, 43, of Lincolnton died Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at Carolina Caring. Born June 27th, 1983 he was the son of Nijaz and Cvijeta Rustemov.
His parents, Nijaz and Cvijeta Rustemov; his sons, Keelan and Domanik Rustemov; his brother, Kemal Rustemov; his sister-in-law, Ashley Pittman and his niece, Alexis Pittman survive him.
His grandparents preceded him in death.
The family is holding...
Ernie Lee Buff
Aug 1, 2026
Ernie Lee Buff, 81, of Hickory, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Angel Medical Center. Born on August 3, 1944, he was the son of the late Buford Bennie Buff and Beddie Martha Alice Buff.
Ernie found joy and comfort in the simple things. He loved being outdoors and had a special appreciation for nature, where those who knew him...
Renae Joy Willis Cline
Jul 30, 2026
Renae Joy Willis Cline, 74, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2026, at The Greens at Hendersonville. Born September 21, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Eugene Baker Willis and Edith Josephine Isenhour Willis.Renae grew up in the Blackburn community of Catawba County and was a graduate of Western Carolina University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree...
Barbara Ann Keener
Jul 26, 2026
Barbara Ann Keener, 78, of Hickory went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at her residence. Born December 13th, 1947 she was the daughter of the late Charles and Maude Smith. Barbara was a wonderful mother, grandmother and sister.
An Asheville native, she and her first husband, Ted, had two sons and moved to Florida after...
Wylie Mackie Moore
Jul 24, 2026
Yet again, I find myself writing a unique obituary and tribute for one of my favorite people in this world—my dad, Wylie Mackie Moore.
Wylie's siblings would tell you his greatest role in life was that of brother.
I have always loved listening to Dad's stories about growing up with five siblings—Jacquie, Barbara, Jenny, Tim, and Edwin. One of my favorite stories...
Johnny Paul Wellman
Jul 24, 2026
Johnny Paul Wellman, 78, of Lawndale passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at Carolina Caring. Born May 23, 1948, he was the son of the late Johnny Cecil Wellman and Helen Leona Wellman.
He had a passion for traveling and especially enjoyed taking cruises with his beloved girlfriend. He loved antiquing, selling at flea markets, and searching for unique treasures. One...
Nancy T. Stallings
Jul 24, 2026
Nancy T. Stallings, 81, of Hickory, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Carolina Caring.
Born on September 14, 1944, she was the daughter of the late James Eugene Thompson and Bonnie Edna Thompson.
Nancy enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading, shopping, and spending time in her garden alongside her husband, where they grew beautiful flowers and vegetables. She especially loved spoiling her...
Charles Nelson Weaver
Jul 22, 2026
Charles Nelson Weaver, 82 of Hickory, North Carolina, passed away July 22, 2026. He was born on January 20, 1944, in Catawba County.
He was a professional chimney sweep before changing careers later in life to become an ordained Lutheran minister. He was a graduate of Lenoir Rhyne College and Trinity Seminary in Columbus OH. He served as a pastor in...
Dorothy Roberta Winkler
Jul 21, 2026
Dorothy Roberta Winkler, 83, of Newton, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Carolina Caring. Born on May 26, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John Harrison Winkler and Mary Elizabeth Winkler.
She is survived by her sons, Randall Winkler, Richard Winkler, and Benjamin Winkler and his wife, Deborah; her daughter, Brandie Winkler; and her grandchildren, Joshua Winkler, Brittany...
Debraha Fagan Worley
Jul 19, 2026
Debraha Fagan Worley passed away on July 19, 2026, in Newton, North Carolina. She was born on April 12, 1960.
Debraha is survived by her husband of 16 years, Jeffrey Worley; her daughter, Jasmine Worley; her son, Joseph Worley; and her four grandchildren, Faith, Madison, Destiny, and Ryan.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
The family will receive friends from 3:00...
Joe Louis Rankin
Jul 14, 2026
Mr. Joe Louis Rankin, age 85, of Conover, North Carolina, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina.
Born on May 23, 1941, in Hickory, North Carolina, Joe was the beloved son of the late William Rankin, Sr. and Edna Greene Rankin.
A man of unwavering faith, Joe was a devoted...
Javier Ruiz
Jul 14, 2026
Javier Ruiz, 53, of Newton, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Born September 25, 1972, he was the son of Javier Ruiz Chora and Iraiz Chavez Juarez.
Javier was born and raised in Zimapán, Hidalgo, Mexico. A dedicated and hardworking man, he made his career in the furniture industry and was known for his strong work ethic, generous heart, and devotion...
Billie Ann Neal
Jul 12, 2026
Billie Ann Neal, 71, of Crouse, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 12, 2026. Born on December 13, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Joe Billy Neal and Peggy Jean Heafner Neal.
Billie was a loving mother with a generous heart. She never met a stranger, always kept an open door, and would give the shirt...
Herbert Allen Transou
Jul 12, 2026
Herbert Allen "Ace" Transou , 74, passed away on July 12, 2026. Born on December 19, 1951, he was a lifelong resident of the Pleasant Hill Community in Wilkes County with a deep love for his family, friends, and community.
Allen was the son of the late Herbert Howard Transou and Cola Anderson Transou. He graduated from Elkin High School and...
John Vashti "JV" Randall
Jul 11, 2026
John Vashti "JV" Randall, Jr. 89, of Conover passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at McLeod Seacoast Hospital in Little River, S.C. He was born December 27, 1936 in Salisbury, NC to the late John Vashti (Tye) Randall, Sr. and Beulah Chapman Randall. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Robert Jack Randall and Joe Kelly Randall; and...
Crystal Marie Whipple
Jul 10, 2026
Crystal Marie Whipple, 64, of Hickory, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026, at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House. Born on September 23, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Roland J. Price and Gail Marie Vanderveer.
Crystal had a deep love for animals, especially her beloved puppies. She found great joy in crocheting and was known for creating beautiful...
Steve Lovern
Jul 9, 2026
Captain Steven Berry Lovern, 70, of Newton, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Steve suffered a massive stroke while enjoying a walk in the woods with his dog Goose, who remained by his side.
Born on November 12, 1955, in Jacksonville, Florida, he was the son of the late Donald...
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