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.
Shirley Jean Langford
Sep 2, 2025
Shirley Jean Langford, 88, of Catawba died Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at Trinity Ridge. Born April 17th, 1937 she was the daughter of the late Anderson and Geneva Roberts. Shirley and her husband began ministry at the age of 18 and together planted many churches. She served as the associate pastor at Covenant Christian Church and Lighthouse Ministries in Asheville....
Neal Eugene “Gene” McCorkle
Sep 1, 2025
Neal Eugene “Gene” McCorkle, the youngest of three siblings, was born on November 16, 1943, to the late Herman McCorkle, Sr. and Minnie Moena Cornelius. To all who knew him, he was simply “Gene.” On September 1, 2025, Gene peacefully transitioned to Eternal Rest at Valley Nursing Center.
Gene was educated in Newton, NC, and graduated from Central High School. After...
Filiberto Sanchez Martinez
Sep 1, 2025
Filiberto Sánchez Martínez, 88, a resident of Jonacapa, Huichapan, Hidalgo, Mexico, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. He was born on August 22, 1937, to the late Reyes Sánchez Ramírez and Dolores Martínez Nieto.
The family will receive friends from 3:30p.m.-4:30p.m. Friday, September 5, 2025 in Jenkins Funeral Home Celebration Center with the Funeral Service...
David Allen Brooks, Sr.
Sep 1, 2025
David Allen Brooks, Sr., passed away peacefully at home on September 1, 2025.
He is preceded in death by daughter, Lisa Marie Brooks; brothers, Carrol Brooks, William J. Brooks, and Roger Brooks; and father, William Brooks.
He survived by wife, Cynthia C. Brooks; son, David Allen Brooks, Jr and wife, Crystal Brooks; daughter, Amber Jewell and husband, Matthew Jewell; grandchildren, Chloe Brooks,...
Gladys Allen Wilson
Aug 28, 2025
Gladys Allen Wilson, 96, of Rutherford College went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at Amorem Hospice in Hudson. Born June 26th, 1929 she was the daughter the late of Emory and Eula Allen. She has been an active member of the Connelly Springs Freewill Baptist Church for 66 years. She was and always will...
Connie Blair Burns
Aug 27, 2025
Connie Blair Burns, 80, of Hickory died Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at her residence. Born February 21st, 1945 she was the daughter of the late Royal Blair "Pete" Winstead and Frances Estelle Winstead.
Her loving husband of 36 years, Bobby Ray Burns; her daughter, Tammy Porter (Keith); her son, Alan Wilson; two brothers, Ronnie Winstead (Rhonda) and Terry Winstead (Dorothy); her...
Paul Joseph Faro
Aug 26, 2025
Paul Joseph Faro, 61, of Newton passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at his home following a lengthy battle with end stage renal disease and complications of diabetes. Born July 28th, 1964 in South Hampton, NY he was the son of Larry and Rose Faro, both of whom preceded him in death.
Paul spent more than 30 years in the car...
Albert William Smith
Aug 25, 2025
Albert William Smith, 38, of Hickory, North Carolina, passed away on August 25, 2025. He was born on July 2, 1987 in Hickory, NC.
Albert is survived by his two sons, Aiden and Tanner; his siblings, Peggy Smith, Tim Smith, and Ernie Smith; his nieces, Kayleigh Smith and Lili Tensley; and many other loving relatives.
He was preceded in death by parents,...
Timothy Conrad
Aug 25, 2025
Timothy Dwight Conrad, 68, went home to be with his Lord on August 25, 2025 after years of declining health. Tim was born November 6, 1956 in Hickory, NC to the Reverend George Dwight Conrad and Ruth Shoaf Conrad. He graduated from Appalachian State University. Tim married his love, Kimberly Bass Conrad, on April 8, 1978. They shared many adventures...
Louise S. Little
Aug 25, 2025
Anna Louise Shuford Little, affectionately known as Louise, was born and raised in Catawba County, where she became a cherished pillar of her community. A graduate of Central High School, Louise was known for her warmth, generosity, and unwavering faith. She married the love of her life, Jerry Little, in 1961, and together they built a life centered around family,...
Kenneth Wayne Blevins
Aug 24, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Blevins, 62, of Vale died Sunday, August 24, 2025 at his residence. Born February 18th, 1963 he was the son of the late Raymond and Frances Blevins.
His two daughters, Samantha Blevins and Savannah Blevins; his son, Nolan Blevins and his seven siblings survive him.
In addition to his parents, his wife, Cynthia Blevins preceded him in death.
The graveside service...
Maria De Jesus Juarez Cirio
Aug 23, 2025
Con profundo dolor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Maria De Jesus Juarez Cirio, quien partió el 23 de Agosto de 2025 a la edad de 58 años. Maria fue una mujer de gran fe, amor y dedicación a su familia y comunidad.
Nació el 2 de Junio de 1967 en Tlaxcala, México. Como madre, abuela, hermana y amiga, su calidez y generosidad...
Loana Gabriela Martinez
Aug 18, 2025
Loana Gabriela Martinez, 22, of Hickory died Monday, August 18, 2025 at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Born, September 5th, 2002 she was the daughter of Alfonso Geovanny Membreno and Eny Juliana Martinez. She was self employed at LG Lashes in Hickory as a Lash Extension Technician and Esthetician. She was a passionate entrepreneur and had a good work ethic....
Sondra Dale Phillips
Aug 18, 2025
Sondra Dale Phillips, 76, of Conover died Monday, August 18, 2025 at Abernethy Laurels. Born June 24th, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Willard and Cornell Vance. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Newton and served as the youth director for five years. She worked as a dental hygienist for 25 years in Newton...
Colene H. Taylor
Aug 18, 2025
Colene H. Taylor, 94, of Hickory, passed away in her home on Monday, August 18, 2025. Born on August 15, 1931, Colene lived a life devoted to her family, filled with love, care, and quiet strength.
Colene had an unwavering dedication to those she loved. Her family was her world, and she remained steadfastly by their side through all of life’s...
Mildred Alexander Brown
Aug 18, 2025
Mildred Alexander Brown, 87, of Lincolnton died Monday, August 18, 2025 at Carolina Caring. Born January 13th, 1938 she was the daughter of the late Dewey and Olga Alexander.
Her loving husband of 58 years, Franklin William Brown; her daughter, Virginia Wright (Billy); her sisters, Betty Yoars, and Juanita Bridges (Mike); her brother, Robert Alexander (Betty); her three great- grandchildren, Miley,...
Jack Edward Neaves Jr.
Aug 18, 2025
Jack Edward Neaves, 69, of Hickory died Monday, August 18, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. Born June 27th, 1956 he was the son of the late Jack and Nelda Neaves.
The love of his life, Bobbi Neaves; his son, Jack Neaves III (Katie) and Jonathan Neaves; two grandchildren, Rosemary Neaves and Elias Neaves; his niece, Nicky Shook, her husband, Ritchie...
Sue Williams Smith
Aug 17, 2025
Sue Williams Smith, 91, of Hickory passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Abernethy Laurels. Born, July 23rd, 1934 she was the daughter of the late Marvin Roscoe Williams and Rose Elmina Williams. She dedicated 31 years to Hickory City Schools and served as the Director of High Hope of Hickory for 9 years. She was a faithful member of...
Rickey Kenneth Hubbard
Aug 17, 2025
Ricky Kenneth Hubbard, 63, of Lincolnton died Sunday, August 17, 2025. Born January 12th, 1962 he was the son of the late Ronnie and Nancy Hubbard.
His parents preceded him in death.
No services are planned at this time.
Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Hubbard family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service...
Tony Dwight Johnson
Aug 16, 2025
Tony Johnson, 63, of Newton, NC, met Jesus when he entered Heaven on August 16, 2025, at 1:51am. Born on November 15, 1961, he was the cherished son of Carlise and Ann Johnson of Newton.
Tony was a 1980 graduate of NCHS. He was a longtime member of Tri-City Baptist Church and a retired engine builder, having worked for numerous NASCAR...
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