When you discover something that nourishes your soul, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life.”- Jean S. Bolen Dawn Reta Phillips, an exquisitely, exceptional lady who lived an exceptional life, went on her last journey November 27, 2023, to enjoy the promises of Heaven.  Dawn, originally from Ashburton, New Zealand, was a resident of Talladega for over 30 years.  She traveled the world to truly educate herself, nourished her mind as an adamant reader,...

Patricia B. Hopkins, age 83, of Mount Holly, NC passed away peacefully on November 24, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.Patricia was born on March 19, 1940 in High Shoals, NC to the late Luther and Cleo Wiggins Buchanan. She attended Lincolnton High School.   She was preceded in death by 3 children Jeffrey and Pamela Garrett and infant son Jason Hopkins.                                    ...

In loving memory of our mother, Amber Michelle Jenkins (Faulkner), 52, of Charlotte, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 24, 2023. Born on September 2, 1971, she was the daughter of the late Glenn Jenkins and Cynthia Louise Jenkins. She was a devoted and loving mother and memaw. She enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandkids and her loving dog, Gunner.Our mother was a kind, caring, and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong...

James Lamar Stewart, born on November 23, 1953, in Gaffney, SC, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents the late Melvin and Lucille Stewart, and 2 brothers Melvin and Donnie Stewart. James was a loving husband to his wife of 51 years Carlene Stewart and proud father to one son Michael Stewart and wife Cynthia of Mount Holly. He was also an adoring grandfather to Jamie Stewart and wife Sarah of Alyett, Virginia. James is also survived by sister...

John Posa, 57, of Mount Holly, North Carolina,  passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, November 14 after a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis.  John was born on May 29, 1966, to Victor and Carmen (Regidor) Posa in Biloxi, Mississippi. He graduated high school in 1984 from Homer Center High School in Homer City, Pennsylvania. He went on to study Computer Science and Applied Mathematics at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP).  After graduating...

Ernest Lee “Buddy” Robinson passed away on November 13, 2023 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gaston County, North Carolina. He was born on October 2, 1963 to the late Ernest and Evelyn Robinson. He was preceded in death by his sister Kirby Jean Raines. Buddy is survived by his son Hunter Robinson and fiance Taylor Lowery and numerous longtime friends including David Handsel, Tug Deason, Steve Calo, Rob Hannifan, Bobby Russel, Tony Stone, Donna Jonas and Joe Payne. Also...

Albert (Al) Rhodes was called home to Jesus on November 12, 2023 at the age of 83. He was born on November 13, 1939 in Patterson, New Jersey to the late Arthur and Daisy Rhodes. He was preceded in death by his first wife Janet Dreibelbis Rhodes of Charlotte, his daughter Stephanie Rhodes Bulla of Indian Trail, and his two brothers Jack Rhodes of Tarboro and Art Rhodes of York, PA.   Al passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. He enjoyed...

Billy Gerald Chavers, age 90, of Mount Holly, NC, passed away peacefully at Stanley Total Living Center on Sunday, November 12th, 2023. Bill was born on April 12th, 1933 in Mecklenburg County to the late Mable Chavers. He was preceded in death by his wife Peggy Chavers, two grandsons Joseph Billings and Trey Chavers, a brother Ned Chavers and a sister Jane Smith. He graduated from Paw Creek High School and served in the US Army from 1951-1955. He was a member of First United Methodist...

Sheliah Diane Williams, 69, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 10, 2023. She was born in Gaston County, daughter of the late Sherman Setzer and Barbara Setzer. She is preceded in death by husband Burnell Williams. She is survived by her brother Roger Setzer, and sisters Sonya Branch and Debra Setzer. Her nieces and nephews include Blake Black, Micheal Elliott, Zack Barrett, Brandon and Shaunna Branch, Tonya Carter, Christy Lovelace, and Michelle Wood.  A service to celebrate...

Otis Wayne Davis, 74, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023 in Gastonia, NC. He was born on November 24, 1949 to the late Otis and Alowayne Davis in Jackson County, NC. Preceded in death by his parents, he is survived by 2 children Shawn Sessoms (Michelle) of Marion and Shannon Mullis (Steve) of Dallas; 3 grandchildren Kayla Hunnicut, Cameron Mullis and Ashten Mullis; and 4 sisters Theresa Lee, Claudia Patterson, Rosettia Cozart and Jerrlin Hallman. Otis was an avid hunter who loved...