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Local obituaries for Statesville, North Carolina

Dennis Hill

Dennis Hill

Jul 1, 2023

Dennis hill, age 69, of Statesville, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House.  The family will hold a private Memorial Service in his memory at a later date.  Nicholson Funeral Home has the honor of serving the family.

Jackie "Jack"  Dean Kitchens

Jackie "Jack" Dean Kitchens

Jul 1, 2023

Jackie “Jack” Dean Kitchens, 77 of Statesville, died Saturday, July 1, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House.

He was born in Lockhart, South Carolina on August 27, 1945, to the late Henry Jackson Kitchens, Jr., and Vernie Lee Johnson. Jack graduated from Lockhart High School and then joined the Army. He was an avid sports fan, loved to play golf and...

Dolores  Mary Springer

Dolores Mary Springer

Jun 28, 2023

Dolores Mary Springer, 81, passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023.  Dolores was born February 9, 1942 in Bayonne, New Jersey to the late Sigmond Edward Gorsyca and Jeannette Wieszczek Gorsyca. 

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Dolores was a devout Catholic and long time member of St. Phillips Catholic Church in Statesville , NC. She formed very strong...

Christopher  Michael  Pearson

Christopher Michael Pearson

Jun 25, 2023

Christopher Michael Pearson, 49, of Statesville, died Sunday, June 25, 2023, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born in Cumberland County, North Carolina on February 22, 1974, to Carlie Thomas Pearson and the late Lynn Christine Alltop Engle. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Carlie T. Pearson, II, and Charles T. Pearson, and...

Jessie  Ray  Nicholson

Jessie Ray Nicholson

Jun 24, 2023

Jessie Ray Nicholson, age 79, of Statesville, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Born on July 7, 1943, in Iredell County, he was the son of the late Walter Cleveland Nicholson and Viola Grace Lewis Nicholson.

Jessie graduated with the last graduating class of Union Grove High School. He was an avid golfer...

Elsie  Agnes  Mininni

Elsie Agnes Mininni

Jun 24, 2023

Elsie Agnes Mininni, age 88, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Hinkle Hospice House, Hospice of Davidson County in Lexington, NC. At the request of the family and to honor her wishes, no services will be held. Nicholson Funerals & Cremations, Thomasville Chapel has the honor of serving the family.

Jack  Ivey Jr.

Jack Ivey Jr.

Jun 23, 2023

Mr. Jack Ivey Jr., 88 of Statesville, N.C. left this world for his Heavenly home on June 23, 2023.

Jack was born September 5, 1934, in Dillon County, SC to the late Willie Jack and Celia Ann Ivey. He was retired from Hunt Manufacturing and proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of Fairview...

Joan  Elouise Webb  Chiodo

Joan Elouise Webb Chiodo

Jun 22, 2023

Joan Elouise Webb Chiodo, age 89, of Statesville, passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Mocksville Senior Living.

She was born in Meridian, Idaho on November 7, 1933, to the late Chester Allan Webb and Minnie Elouise Hyde Webb.

Joan was a member of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church and had worked as a paralegal.

Survivors include two sons, Rodney Reed...

Elizabeth  "Jean"  Dreves

Elizabeth "Jean" Dreves

Jun 20, 2023

Elizabeth “Jean” Winkler Dreves, 83 of Statesville, died Tuesday, June 20, 2023.

She was born in Defiance County, Ohio on August 3, 1939, to the late Paul Winkler and Helen Flory Winkler. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Philip Dreves.

Jean was a people person and always had a smile on her face. She loved gardening, cooking and had...

Nancy  Ann  Kettner

Nancy Ann Kettner

Jun 19, 2023

Nancy Ann Kettner, age 54, of Statesville, NC, passed away at Lexington Medical Center. Born on May 7, 1969, in Wisconsin, she was the daughter of James Kettner and Merri-Ann Kettner.

At the request of her family, no services will be held. Nicholson Funerals & Cremations, Thomasville Chapel has the honor of serving the family.

John  Walter  Dashkavich

John Walter Dashkavich

Jun 16, 2023

John Walter Dashkavich, age 71, formerly of Boone, NC, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2023, at Hospice of Davidson County. Born on July 20, 1951, in Long Branch (Monmouth County), NJ, was the son of the late John and Lois Sodon Dashkavich.

John was a graduate of High Point University where he received his degree in Business and Foreign Language....

Jennifer  Conrad  Hester

Jennifer Conrad Hester

Jun 15, 2023

Jennifer Conrad Hester, age 72, of Lexington, passed into her Heavenly home on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Davidson Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born on December 31, 1950, in Davidson County, she was the daughter of the late Cromer Terry Conrad, Sr. and Iris Roberts Conrad.

Jennifer was a graduate of Central Davidson High School and went on to become a...

Richard  Gustin

Richard Gustin

Jun 14, 2023

Richard Stephen Gustin,64, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023 in his home.

Rich was born in Montgomery County, Maryland on November 14, 1958 to Walter William “Jack” Gustin and Carol Oesterle Gustin. His greatest accomplishments were receiving Jesus as his savior and his family. His grandchildren were his heart. He was always honest, trusting, loyal and positive. He was a man...

Michelle  Frances  Slonaker

Michelle Frances Slonaker

Jun 14, 2023

Michelle Frances Slonaker, age 67, of Dallastown, PA, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, in Lexington, NC. Born on November 23, 1955, in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Marie Booz.

At this time, no services are scheduled. Nicholson Funerals & Cremations, Thomasville Chapel has the honor of serving the family.

Toni Leanne Lambert

Toni Leanne Lambert

Jun 10, 2023

Toni Leanne Lambert, age 43, of Statesville, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at her home with her family by her side. Born on September 26, 1979, in Iredell County, she was the daughter of Tony Dwight Lambert and the late Gail Lane. Toni enjoyed watching hummingbirds and loved Mickey Mouse. Her passion in life was spending time with...

Deborah Jane Small Caudle

Deborah Jane Small Caudle

Jun 6, 2023

Deborah Jane Small Caudle, age 59, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at the Hinkle Hospice House of Davidson County. Born on March 22, 1964, in High Point (Randolph County), NC, she was the daughter of the late Dolan Small and Eloise Worley Walters. Deborah enjoyed going to races, whether it was NASCAR, Streetcar, or any racing in general....

Erik Graham Brothers

Erik Graham Brothers

Jun 4, 2023

Erik Brothers, 52, of Terrell, NC passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2023. Erik had an accomplished career as a Senior Marketing Professional and was a graduate of UCF in Orlando, Florida. He loved playing golf, hiking, boating, going to Jimmy Buffet concerts and watching his beloved sports. Erik was always ready to create a dish blending his favorite condiments,...

Walter Joseph Murphy

Walter Joseph Murphy

Jun 3, 2023

Walter Joseph Murphy, age 67, of Statesville, passed away on June 1, 2023. Born on May 17, 1956, in Pawtucket, RI, he was the son of the late Franklin Larock and Madeline Beland (Murphy). He is survived by his wife, Beth Murphy, of Statesville, NC; 4 daughters, 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 brother and 2 sisters. The family will receive...

Jeffrey Allen Pope

Jeffrey Allen Pope

Jun 3, 2023

Jeffrey Allen Pope, 63, of Stony Point, died Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House. He was born in Iredell County on January 30, 1960, to Hubbert Leo Pope and the late Mary Aileen Mayhew Pope. Jeff had worked for CommScope for more than 20 years. He was very passionate about Civil War history and enjoyed participating in...

Tj Bruce

Tj Bruce

Jun 1, 2023

TJ Bruce, 84 of Statesville died Thursday, June 1, 2023. He was born in Darlington, South Carolina on December 24, 1938, to the late Elder Bruce and Emma Goodson Bruce. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Annette Hart, and Willie Ellis, who helped raise him. TJ retired from Cannon Mills. He loved to shoot pool, go to...

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