Local obituaries for Statesville, North Carolina
Brenda Kay Bowles
Sep 20, 2026
Brenda Kay Bowles, age 82, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, in her hometown of Statesville, North Carolina. Born on August 7, 1944, in Statesville, she was a beloved wife, mother, and friend who dedicated her life to caring for those she loved.
Brenda was the cherished daughter of the late Charles Edward "Junior" Jolly and Margie Millsaps Jolly. She...
Mary Lee Horne Holmes Wilson Dickey
Sep 19, 2026
"I have a home prepared where the Saints abide just over inthe glory land and I long to be by my Savior side."
Mrs. Mary Lee Horne Holmes Wilson Dickey, 82, of Statesville, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026. A full obituary is forth coming.
Celebration of Life Services will be conducted Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Greater Praise Ministries 1947 East...
Ruby Frances Frazier
Sep 18, 2026
Ruby Frances Bell Frazier, born on December 31, 1937, in Iredell County, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on September 18, 2026, in Statesville, North Carolina, at the age of 88.
Ruby was a devoted homemaker who dedicated her life to her family and her faith. She was a beloved member of the Mt. Sinai Evangelical Methodist Church Ladies Group, where she...
Virginia Ellis Harris
Sep 18, 2026
Virginia Ellis Harris of Statesville, died on September 18, 2026, at her home following a short illness. She was 97.
Born on May 20, 1929, in Syracuse, New York, Virginia spent most of her life in the city where she was born, carrying with her the quiet constancy of home and family that would define her days. She was a homemaker,...
Mary Jo Sigmon
Sep 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mary Jo Sigmon Mary Jo Sigmon of Statesville entered into the presence of her Lord on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Born on May 25, 1934, in Gaston County, she was the cherished daughter of the late Charlie and Virginia Robinson. A proud graduate of Sherrills Ford High School, Mary Jo married the love of her life,...
Donald "Hopp" Riddle
Sep 17, 2026
Donald “Hopp” Riddle, 78, of Statesville, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at Gordon Hospice House, following a period of declining health. He was born on September 28, 1947, in Iredell County, North Carolina.
Mr. Riddle served his country in the U.S. Army, a chapter of his life that reflected dedication and duty. He later worked in shipping and handling...
Burl Glen Carr
Sep 17, 2026
Burl Glen Carr, born on January 2, 1935, in Orgas, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on September 17, 2026, in Statesville, North Carolina. Burl was a man of dedication and integrity, whose life was marked by service to his country, commitment to education, and a deep appreciation for the arts and nature.
Burl proudly served in...
Gene Lomax McLaughlin
Sep 16, 2026
Gene Lomax McLaughlin, born May 8, 1930, in Cool Springs, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026, surrounded by his family. He lived a long and adventurous life filled with service, creativity, hard work, and an endless curiosity about how things worked.
That adventurous spirit started early. As a young man, Gene built and flew homebuilt airplanes, beginning a...
Diana Marion Haley
Sep 16, 2026
Born July 22, 1962, in New Zealand, Diana was the eldest of three daughters. She was a skilled craftswoman, and used her talents in knitting and yarn work to give to others whenever she had the chance. She was selfless with her time, donating it to anyone in need, and always with a smile on her face. She was a...
Willie Bell Chambers
Sep 16, 2026
Willie Bell Chambers, 87, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Willie was born in Iredell County, North Carolina on November 4, 1938 to Perman Brown and Esther Anne Allison Brown.
Willie was a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished family member. Family was very important to her, she treasured the time she spent with the people she loved. Willie was known for...
Linda Kyles Wilbanks
Sep 14, 2026
Linda Kyles Wilbanks, age 71, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, in Statesville, NC. Born on September 3, 1955, in Charlotte North Carolina, Linda lived a life full of love, beauty, and faith.
Linda was a talented floral designer who poured her heart into her work at Willow House Florist. Her creations brought joy to countless people, reflecting her passion...
Kimyale Janien Dobbins
Sep 14, 2026
Kimyale Janien Dobbins, of Iredell County, North Carolina, passed away on September 14, 2026, at Select Specialty at Moses Cone in Greensboro, North Carolina, following a period of declining health. She was 48.
Born on November 28, 1977, in Iredell County, Kimyale lived with strength, warmth, and a fearless spirit that left a lasting impression on those around her. She worked...
Lois Perdue
Sep 13, 2026
Lois Crawford Perdue, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the age of 63. Born on June 4, 1963, in Statesville, North Carolina, Lois lived a life marked by dedication to her family, her work, and her passions.
Lois was the cherished daughter of the late William Henry Crawford and...
Carlton Roy Moore
Sep 11, 2026
Carlton Roy Moore, of Statesville, North Carolina, passed away on September 11, 2026, following years-long battles with cancer and COPD. He was 81.
Born in southern Ohio to the Reverend Walter and Mary Jane Moore, Carl would say he “majored in football” while attending Olivet College before being drafted into the U.S. Army. Carl saw the Army as an opportunity to...
Clyde Elliott
Sep 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Clyde Clifton Elliott of Statesville, North Carolina, who departed this life peacefully on September 10, 2026, at the age of 84.
Born on July 14, 1942, Clyde spent a life rich with love and family. He was a proud graduate of Bluestone High School and furthered his education at Danville...
Becky Sue Stewart
Sep 5, 2026
Becky Sue Stewart, 48, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
Becky was born in Iredell County, North Carolina on June 6, 1978 to the late Marvin Carrier and Violet Kay Shoemaker Carrier. Becky was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend. She married William “ Bruce “ Stewart, they were together 23 happy years until her passing. She enjoyed cooking...
Elaine Haynes Dill
Sep 4, 2026
Elaine Haynes Dill, 73, of Statesville, North Carolina, passed away on September 4, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital following a period of declining health.
Born on May 7, 1953, in Iredell County, Elaine carried with her a caring spirit throughout her life. She was a caregiver to others, a role that reflected her compassion and her steady concern for the well-being...
Veronica Grace Virtue
Sep 3, 2026
Veronica Grace Virtue, 21, of Statesville, NC, passed away unexpectedly September 3, 2026 in Watauga County as the result of an automobile accident.
Veronica was born in Statesville, NC on August 9, 2005 to the late Robert "Bob" Virtue and Shanna Nelson McGinnis, who survives.
She was homeschooled until the fourth grade when she began attending Iredell-Statesville Schools, and graduated from West...
Jimmy Wayne Martin
Sep 3, 2026
Jimmy Wayne Martin, born on January 19, 1986, in the bustling metropolis of Statesville, NC, decided to hang up his cowboy boots and ride into the sunset on September 3, 2026, at the age of 40.
A true son of North Carolina, Jimmy spent his days turning metal into masterpieces as a wielder at McCombs Steel, leaving behind a legacy of...
Elizabeth Belle Hunt Alexander
Sep 3, 2026
Elizabeth Belle Hunt Alexander, 92, of Statesville, passed peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Thursday, September 3, 2026. She was born on May 5, 1934, in Beech Bottom in Brooke County, West Virginia.
Mrs. Alexander was a homemaker, and she lived that role with deep devotion and care. She was the best mom and grandma ever, a homemaker in...
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