OBITUARIES


Local obituaries for Statesville, North Carolina

Danny Neal Elliott

Danny Neal Elliott

Jul 15, 2026

Danny Neal Elliott, born on June 20, 1955, in Mooresville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at the VA State Home in Salisbury, North Carolina. He was 71 years old.

Danny was a dedicated and hardworking man, serving his country with honor in the United States Army before embarking on a long career as a line keeper at...

Joan Theresa Flammer

Joan Theresa Flammer

Jul 13, 2026

Joan Theresa Flammer, 63, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026.

Joan was born in Bronx, New York on February 6, 1963 to the late John Milton Flammer and Violet Oswald Flammer.

Joan devoted more than 30 years of her career as an engineering technician before enjoying retirement. In retirement Joan enjoyed playing pickleball and shooting pool, always appreciating the friendly competition and...

Timothy Douglas Miller

Timothy Douglas Miller

Jul 9, 2026

Timothy Douglas Miller, beloved son, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on October 19, 1960, in Statesville, North Carolina, Timothy was 65 years old at the time of his passing.

Timothy spent his career working as a loader at JC Penney, where he was known for his dedication and hard work....

Mark Dwayne Sloan

Mark Dwayne Sloan

Jul 6, 2026

Mr. Mark Dwayne Sloan, 64, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026. Born on April 20, 1962, Mark was the son of the late Thomas Wayne Sloan and Carolyn Madison. A lifelong member of the community, he graduated from North Iredell High School and went on to dedicate many years of service to the City, where he worked in the...

Michael Lee Huff

Michael Lee Huff

Jul 5, 2026

Michael Lee Huff, 59, of Statesville, beloved son, husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence on July 5, 2026. Born on June 22, 1967, in Bethesda, Maryland, Michael’s life was defined by devotion to his family, dedication to his work, and a contagious love of life’s simple pleasures.

Michael leaves behind a loving family who will cherish...

David DeWitt Crosby, Jr

David DeWitt Crosby, Jr

Jul 5, 2026

David D. Crosby, Jr., 74 , of Statesville was greeted by his Savior on July 5, 2026, from his home.

On March 13, 1952, he was born in Coral Gables, Florida to David DeWitt Crosby, Sr. and Sarah Smartt Crosby.

David graduated from RJ Reynolds High School in 1970. He continued to enjoy reunions with his classmates.

David served in the US Air...

James Allen Lippard

James Allen Lippard

Jul 4, 2026

James Allen "Jim" Lippard, born on February 9, 1936, in Statesville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at the age of 90, at Mitchell Mack Hospice Home in Mooresville. Jim lived a life dedicated to service, both to his country and community.

He was a proud veteran, having served honorably in the United States Army where he was...

Jimmy Hall Bennett

Jimmy Hall Bennett

Jul 3, 2026

Jimmy Hall Bennett, a devoted family man passed away on July 3, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on January 23, 1955, he lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a deep love for those around him.Mr. Bennett was the beloved husband of Anita Adams Bennett, with whom he built a life rich in love and family. He...

Neal Leroy Manchester

Neal Leroy Manchester

Jul 3, 2026

Neal Leroy Manchester, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his residence in Statesville, North Carolina, on July 3, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on July 1, 1938, in Manchester, Michigan, Neal lived a life marked by dedication to family, hard work, and cherished pastimes.

Neal served his country honorably in the United States Army, an...

Patsy Virginia Day

Patsy Virginia Day

Jul 3, 2026

Patsy Virginia Day, 91, went to be home with the Lord on Friday, July 3, 2026, in Statesville, North Carolina.

Born in Johnson City, Tennessee, to William Jackson Williams and Mary Belle Grinstead Williams, Patsy was the youngest of eight children and the last surviving member of her family. She was a graduate of East Tennessee State University and earned her...

Thomas James Wright

Thomas James Wright

Jun 29, 2026

Thomas James Wright, born on March 23, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, at Gordon Hospice House following a period of declining health. His journey through life was marked by deep commitment to family, steadfast service, unyielding work ethic, and a lifelong devotion to music.

Thomas spent his formative years in New York, graduating from...

David Brady Morrison

David Brady Morrison

Jun 23, 2026

David Brady Morrison, formerly of Statesville and Clemmons, passed away June 23, 2026 on his 90th birthday. He was born in Statesville on June 23, 1936 to the late Harry Andrew Morrison and Bessie Brady Morrison. After graduating from Barium Springs High School, he enrolled at Mars Hill College. While there, he met his future wife, Margaret Yvonne Duncan. They...

Patricia Mae Dole

Patricia Mae Dole

Jun 20, 2026

Patricia Mae Dole, born on April 30, 1959, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at the age of 67, at the Gordon Hospice Home in Statesville, North Carolina.She attended Douglas Byrd High School, where she formed friendships and laid the foundation for a life filled with warmth and kindness. Patricia was also a member of...

Linda Ann McDonald

Linda Ann McDonald

Jun 18, 2026

Linda Ann McDonald, 63, passed away on June 18, 2026.

Linda was born on August 25, 1962, in Vandercook Lake, Michigan, to Harlen Cooley and Cathy Bowman. She was known for her kind heart and deep love for her family and friends.

Linda found joy in life's simple pleasures. She had a special love for animals, especially her beloved dog, Riot, who...

Jose Alberto Bonilla-Lopez

Jose Alberto Bonilla-Lopez

Jun 17, 2026

Jose Alberto Bonilla Lopez was born in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, on January 11th. He grew up in Rockville, MD, and lived in Gaithersburg, MD, and Statesville NC.

He passed away on June 17th, 2026, at the age of 73 in Statesville, NC, after a long battle with Parkinsons.

Jose was a beloved son, brother, uncle, father, grandfather, and U.S.P.S. Postal Clerk for...

Doris Aileen Gryder

Doris Aileen Gryder

Jun 17, 2026

Doris Aileen Snow Gryder, 99, of Statesville, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026 at Skilled Nursing in Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on August 12, 1926 in Iredell County, North Carolina, Doris lived a full and meaningful life spanning nearly a century.

A lifelong resident of the area, Doris was deeply connected to her community and cherished the simple pleasures that...

Tammy Denise McDermott

Tammy Denise McDermott

Jun 16, 2026

Tammy Denise McDermott, 62, passed away on June 16, 2026

Tammy was born in Iredell County North Carolina on January 24, 1964, to the late Shubert Glen Testerman and Carolina Jane Grasty. Tammy worked for many years as Property Manager. 

She is survived by her son, John McNair (Ciarra).

The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. 

Harvey L. Dalton, Sr.

Harvey L. Dalton, Sr.

Jun 16, 2026

On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, our Lord and Savior called our beloved brother, Deacon Harvey Leonard Dalton, to his eternal rest. Harvey was born on February 24th, 1949, to the late Leslie Spann Dalton and Bertha Mae Dalton. He was the second of six siblings and was preceded in death by three: the late William Spann Dalton of High Point,...

Wendell Odell Stroud

Wendell Odell Stroud

Jun 14, 2026

Wendell Odell Stroud, a dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his residence in Harmony, NC, on June 14, 2026. Born on August 1, 1930, in Iredell County, NC, Wendell lived a full and rewarding 95 years, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and love.

A man of unwavering work ethic, Wendell served as...

Pressley Lee Anderson

Pressley Lee Anderson

Jun 10, 2026

Pressley Lee Anderson passed away on Tuesday June 10, 2026, at the age of 86, stepping into the arms of Jesus.

Born in Wilkes County to the late Lidy and Cynthia (Call) in 1939.

He was the youngest of the 12 siblings and the Family moved to Statesville when he was a young where he would spend his working career and retire...

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