Tuesday, March 10, 2026 2:51 pm

On March 7, 2026, Eloise Pearson Moss, 88, of Kings Mountain, NC, was reunited in heaven with her husband of 71 years, Jack Edward Moss. Born March 19, 1937 in Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late James and Wyona Myers Pearson. Eloise was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, her son-in-law, Pastor Joe Riley, her brother, Larry Pearson, and her sister, Evelyn Black. She was the longtime pianist at Eastside Baptist Church in Kings Mountain, and had played at many area churches throughout her life. Eloise was a gifted musician who dedicated her talent as her ministry. She began her music ministry at local churches as a young girl, and continued to do so as she grew up, even meeting her late husband Jack, the love of her life, on such an occasion. She also owned and operated "The Store," an antique and collectibles boutique in Gastonia for more than 20 years. Eloise was the portrait of a devoted wife, a constant source of assistance and support for Jack through all of his endeavors. She was a loving mother and committed matriarch. Eloise raised three children who adored her and was a beloved grandmother and great-grandmother to the generations that followed.

SURVIVORS: Children: Jackie Riley of Brunswick, GA, Warren Moss of Gastonia, NC, and Ann Johnson and husband Scott of Kings Mountain, NC
Brothers: Eddie Black and Reece Black
Sister-in-law: Shirley Pearson
Grandchildren: Michael Johnson, Katy Moss, and Laura Moss
Eloise is also survived by five great-grandchildren and numerous loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Eastside Baptist Church of Kings Mountain with Rev. Ron Caulder officiating

VISITATION: Thursday, March 12, 2026 prior to the service from 1:00 to 1:50 P.M. at Eastside Baptist Church of Kings Mountain

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

MEMORIALS: Donations in Eloise's memory may be made to Eastside Baptist Church at 308 York Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA