All Obituaries

Holly Weaver Wilde, 82, formerly of Gastonia passed away on April 29, 2024 at Graham Health Care and Rehab in Robbinsville, NC. She was born in Gaston County to the late Albert Lonnie Weaver and Velvie Lucille Pilkington Weaver. She was preceded in death by her husband William Wilde and son Robert Seymore Weaver. Holly is survived by extended family and friends. Her inurnment will be at Gaston Memorial Park at a later date.

Danny “Dan” Carl Boling, 77, of Bessemer City, passed away at his residence on April 4, 2024. He was born January 8, 1947, in Gaston County, to the late Roma Earl Boling  and Jennie Mae Blackwood Tomberlin (Clifford Earl Tomberlin).  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Phillip Scott Boling; brother, Charles Boling; extended family, Ted Bess and Sonny Boyd. Dan was a member of First Wesleyan Church. He was the owner of Dan’s...

Donald John Lyle, Jr, 60, of Rock Hill, SC, passed away at Piedmont Medical Center on March 19, 2024. He was born May 28, 1963, in Panama City, Florida to Donald John Lyle Sr and the late Levera Hill Lyle. Left to cherish his memory is his father, Donald John Lyle, Sr; sister, Eunice Roby (Russell); niece, Elizabeth Roby; nephew, Joshua Roby; and furbaby, Penny. Donald’s memorial service will be held at a later date.  

Brandon O. Bell, 40, entered his Heavenly home on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Born in Dallas, North Carolina, Brandon found his home and heart in Cary alongside the love of his life, best friend & wife of 12 years, Kadey Bell.  Known for his quick wit and captivating storytelling, Brandon illuminated the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He had an affinity for the sun and sand on the Gulf Coast...

James “Jim” Roby Kirby, 83, of Kings Mountain, passed away at Mission Hospital in Asheville on March 9, 2024. He was born March 4, 1941, in Lincoln County, to the late Lawrence Johnson Kirby and Mary Estelle Horne Kirby.  He is preceded in death by his son, James Kirby, Jr.; brothers, David Kirby, Kenny Kirby. Jim was a highly decorated United States Marine veteran with 20 years of service, serving during the Vietnam Era and a police officer with Gaston County Police...

Barbara Green Hefner, 73, of Gastonia, passed away at her residence on February 16, 2024. She was born January 5, 1951 in Gaston County, to the late Hardy Hershell Green and Mary Ruth  Mehaffey Green. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Timothy Darrell Hefner; and brother, Roger Green. Barbara enjoyed line dancing, camping, and spending time with her family, especially her grandsons. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 55 years, Darrell Ray Hefner; son Christopher...

Nikolay Grichanichenko, 70, of Kings Mountain, passed away at Caromont Regional Medical Center on February 13, 2024. He was born September 12, 1953, in Belorechensk, Russia, to the late Aleksey and Mary Grichanichenko. Nikolay loved fishing and knew everything about plants.  Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 49 years, Lilia Goretoy Grichanichenko; children, Alex, Natalia, Marina, Peter, Daniel; ten grandchildren; one great-granddaughter on the way. A private graveside service...

Robert Eugene Winchester, 42, of Chester, SC, passed away at his residence on February 12, 2024. He was born April 21, 1981, in Chester County, SC, to Barbara McFarland Taylor and the late Bobby Eugene Winchester, Jr.Robert lived in Concord, NC and was employed by InServ Corporation.Left to cherish his memory is his son, Aiden Winchester (Aiden's mom, Jessica Gibson); mother, Barbara Taylor (CE); brother, Matt Winchester (Amanda); niece, Breanna Winchester; aunt, Deanna Winchester; uncles,...

Leonard Ray Fralick,78, of Gastonia, passed away at Robin Johnson House on February 6, 2024. He was born December 3, 1945, in Gaston County. He was preceded in death by step-granddaughter, Jacklyn Bautista. Ray was a United States Marine veteran. He was a homebody, loved to piddle around in his building, and tinkering with all sorts of things.  Left to cherish his memory is his companion of 18 years, Laura Broome of Gastonia; stepchildren, Helen Bautista, Michelle Painter, Crystal...

Sammie “Chip” Bruce Davis, of Lowell, passed away at his residence. He was born May 9, 1970, in Gaston County, to the late Sammie Bruce Brafford and Sandra Waters Brafford.  He is preceded in death by his daddy, Ralph “Tommy” Davis. Chip was humble and kind and dedicated to his family and friends. He was the best big brother ever and a wonderful caregiver. Chip was also a  huge Tennessee Volunteers fan.  Left to cherish his memory is his mama, Donna...