OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Troutman, NC

Jean Settle

Jean Settle

Apr 13, 2026

Jean Settle, 92, of the Cool Spring community, passed away Monday, April 13, 2026, while residing in an assisted living community.

She was born in Cool Spring to the late Custus Howard “Buck” Beaty and Delphia Epps Sherrill Beaty. In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Frank Settle, her sister, Virginia B. Moore, her...

Johnny Leroy Ford

Johnny Leroy Ford

Apr 13, 2026

Johnny Leroy Ford, 90, of Statesville departed this life for his heavenly home with Jesus on Monday April 13th at Gordon Hospice House.

Born December 15th, 1935, in the Sharpsburg Township of Iredell County, Leroy was the son of John Clark Ford and Edna Ruth Beckham.

He married the love of his life, Myrtle Sprinkle Ford, with whom he shared 40 years...

Gerald Conrad Bromstead

Gerald Conrad Bromstead

Apr 10, 2026

 Gerald Conrad Bromstead, 83, of Statesville, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House.

Gerald was born October 30,1942, in Denver, Colorado to the late Clarence Sidney Bromstead and Alice Marie Coffin Bromstead. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from the University of Colorado Boulder and worked as a Sales Executive for Weyerhaeuser...

Deward Leroy Kennedy

Deward Leroy Kennedy

Apr 8, 2026

Deward Leroy Kennedy, 82, of Statesville, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at his home.

Leroy was born on September 8, 1943, in Iredell County to the late Deward Long Kennedy and Willie Mae Lindley Kennedy. He attended Statesville High School and later became the proud owner and operator of Kennedy’s Cleaning Service.

A longtime and devoted member of Northview Church of...

Vivian Jane Willis Taylor

Vivian Jane Willis Taylor

Apr 8, 2026

Vivian Jane Willis Taylor, 86, of Statesville, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at her home.

Vivian was born on January 2, 1940, in Gaithersburg, Maryland, to the late John Troy Willis and Bertha Cook Willis. She cherished time spent with her family and was especially devoted to her grandchildren, always taking an active role in their lives. She found joy...

James "Jim" Lee Lentz

James "Jim" Lee Lentz

Apr 8, 2026

James “Jim” Lee Lentz, 88, of Statesville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House.

Jim was born September 10, 1937, in Iredell County, to the late Minor A. Lentz and Blanche Johnson Lentz. He was a graduate of Cool Springs High School, and he attended Diamond Hill Baptist Church and Chapel Hill United...

Chester Paul Middlesworth

Chester Paul Middlesworth

Apr 7, 2026

Chester Paul Middlesworth, civic leader and longtime general manager of The Record and Landmark, died on April 7 at age 97.

He was born in Shamokin, Pennsylvania on February 21, 1929, the only child of C. E. and Pauline Middlesworth. His family moved to Statesville in 1938 after his father visited the area and bought a local newspaper, the Statesville Daily...

George Wayne Campbell

George Wayne Campbell

Apr 7, 2026

George Wayne Campbell, age 81, of Statesville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026. Wayne was born on May 12, 1944, to the late Mattie Mae Campbell. He was also preceded in death by the love of his life, wife, Barbara Ellis Campbell, whom he married on February 19, 1965. Also, his brother, William Campbell. Wayne was a...

James "Jim" Dalton Brendle

James "Jim" Dalton Brendle

Apr 5, 2026

James “Jim” Dalton Brendle, 96, of Statesville, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Born on June 1, 1929, in Forsyth County, he was the son of the late Thad Noble Brendle and Ila Willard Brendle.

Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Betty Summers Brendle, as well as his brother, Clell Brendle...

Clarence R. Steele

Clarence R. Steele

Apr 5, 2026

Clarence R. Steele, 86, of Statesville, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital.

Clarence was born on July 8, 1939, in English, West Virginia, to the late Cecil and Corby England Steele. He found great joy in woodworking and yard work, and he loved driving his truck. Above all, he cherished spending time in the mountains.

In addition to...

Glindora Motley Smith

Glindora Motley Smith

Apr 4, 2026

Glindora Motley Smith, 69, of Statesville, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on April 4th. She was born in Salisbury, North Carolina. 

Glindora was a woman of deep strength, unwavering love, and steadfast faith. She proudly served her country as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force, carrying that same sense of dedication and resilience into every part of her life....

Bryan Keith Reavis

Bryan Keith Reavis

Apr 4, 2026

Bryan Keith Reavis, 59, of Statesville, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at his home.

Bryan was born on March 7, 1967, to the late Clyde Nelson Reavis and Janice Olivia Isenhour Reavis. He worked as a mechanic and welder.

Bryan loved family above all else. He enjoyed his pets, fishing, and the beach.

Left to cherish his memory are his fiancé...

Gene Lester Gordon

Gene Lester Gordon

Apr 3, 2026

Gene Lester Gordon, 97, of Statesville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home April 3, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Born on August 29, 1928, in Kinston, NC, Gene was the daughter of the late Faye (Foxman) and David Lester. She spent her early childhood in Wilson, NC, where her family moved when she was young. After graduating Coon High School,...

Kenneth Ray Johnson

Kenneth Ray Johnson

Apr 3, 2026

Kenneth Ray Johnson, 75, of Statesville, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Gordon Hospice House.

Kenneth was born on January 14, 1951, to the late Warren Harding Johnson and Lucille Bell Johnson. He was a member of Hebron Baptist Church. He retired from Dana as a machine operator.

He loved New York Yankees baseball and enjoyed going to baseball games....

Jacob "Jake" Brian Boyd

Jacob "Jake" Brian Boyd

Apr 2, 2026

Jacob “Jake” Brian Boyd, 49, of Statesville, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Jake was born January 27, 1977, in Buchanan County, Virginia to the late Estel Perry Boyd and Catherine Dotson Boyd.

Jake was a great artist and a very lovable, kind-hearted person.

Left to cherish his memory are his sister, Renee Busler (Brad); girlfriend of many years, Lisa Templeton; stepchildren, nephew,...

Barbara Hutchens

Barbara Hutchens

Apr 1, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Hutchens on April 1, 2026. Barbara was a beloved Wife, Mother, Mamaw, Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Friend whose love and kindness touched everyone who knew her.

Barbara will be remembered for her generous heart, gentle spirit, and the warmth of her beautiful smile. She had a special way of...

Dr. Peggy Louise Byers Gray

Dr. Peggy Louise Byers Gray

Mar 31, 2026

Peggy Louise Byers Gray, 90, of Statesville, NC, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Born on December 26, 1935, to the late Archie Vance Byers and the late Cleo Louise Johnson Byers, Peggy was the oldest of six siblings. After graduating from Scotts High School, she enrolled in Mitchell College, then went on to Mars Hill College and Catawba...

Shelby Jean Murdock Karriker

Shelby Jean Murdock Karriker

Mar 30, 2026

Shelby Jean Murdock Karriker, 82, of Troutman, 12-5-1943 – 3-30-2026, peacefully went home to be with Jesus, surrounded by her family, after a brief illness at Iredell Memorial Hospital.

Shelby Jean was born December 5, 1943, in Iredell County, to the late Lake Wood Murdock and Pearl Jane Myers Murdock.

Shelby Jean graduated from Troutman High School, married and raised three children...

Lisa Coley Rhoades

Lisa Coley Rhoades

Mar 30, 2026

Lisa Gaye Coley Rhoades, 62, of Troutman, passed away peacefully Monday, March 30, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House.

Lisa, born on May 8, 1963, in Iredell County, was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas A. Coley and Brenda Owens Coley. She was a proud graduate of North Iredell High School.

Lisa had a true passion for creativity and...

Kathy Lynn Totten Roles

Kathy Lynn Totten Roles

Mar 29, 2026

Kathy Lynn Totten Roles, 57, of Statesville, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at her home.

Kathy was born on September 18, 1968, in Williamson, Kentucky, and was the daughter of the late Joseph Garfield Totten Jr. and Gladys Dotson Totten. She was a graduate of Van High School in Van, West Virginia, and worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Kathy had...

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