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Elder William James Ross Jr., 63, of Shelby, NC, departed this life on Thursday, September, 18, 2025, at his residence.

Mr. Willie B. Jolly, 76, was born on June 12, 1949, to the late Bobby and Clara Williamson Jolly. On September 18, 2025, he peacefully entered into the arms of the angels from the comfort of his home.

Mrs. Reba Barrett Strickland, age 92 of Shelby, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, October 3, 2025.

Bill Edwin Parker, age 77, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at White Oak Manor in Shelby, NC. Born in Dodge County, GA, on October 16, 1947, he was the son of the late Alta Mae Harrell Parker and James Charles Parker.

Barbara Ann Taylor Traylor, 85, of Allendale Drive, Shelby passed away on October 2, 2025 at Atrium Health - Cleveland.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Judy Canipe Phillips, who departed this life on October 3, 2025, at the age of 73.

Adam Joseph Pederzani passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 while Caromont Regional Medical Center surrounded by his devoted and loving family.

New Program through GWU's Searight PACE Equips High School Students with Experiential Learning Experiences.

Representatives from Pinnacle Classical Academy in Shelby and Gardner-Webb University met recently to establish a Skills Training Partnership Agreement. Offered through GWU's Searight Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) Program, this five-week summer college readiness experience will strengthen Pinnacle high school students' development of advanced analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Cleveland Community College's sixth annual Yetis Athletics Golf Tournament teed off Friday, October 10, at Deerbrook Golf Club, bringing together 32 teams and 128 golfers in support of Yetis Athletics. The event raised nearly $45,000 to fund athletic scholarships and enhance the College's growing athletics programs.
This year's winning team featured Matt Bryant, Jason Deans, Curtis Bailey, and Rod Howard. Additional recognitions went to Dan Jablonski and Robby Reynolds for Closest to the Pin, and Dalton Putnam for Longest Drive.

Sisters Renlee and Reese Ott and their dog CoCo enjoyed riding in a wagon during "Mush, Music & Mutts" Festival in Shelby.

The Pet Parade was one of many activities held at the NC Livermush "Mush, Music & Mutts" Festival in Uptown Shelby.

Billy Dawson, Nate Long, David Blackwell and others participated in the livermush eating contest at the NC Livermush Festival that was held in Uptown Shelby on Saturday, October 18th.

Brenda Whisnant, Jennifer Goforth, Martha Buchanan, and Patti Hoyle were selling Apple Butter at Aldersgate United Methodist Church's fundraiser on Saturday, October 18th.

Wanda Hill Vickers, age 65, of Mooresboro, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.

Ronnie Max Biddix, 70, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025 at home.

Sarah Hord Queen, 79, of Lawndale, passed away on October 1, 2025 at Atrium Health - Cleveland.

William "Bill" Charles Marshall, 82, of Hicks Hill Road, Lawndale passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at his residence.

Matthew "Jorden" McCormick, 27, of Shelby, NC, departed from life unexpectedly on Friday, September 12, 2025, in Clover, SC.

Mr. James Everette Peeler Sr., 79, transitioned from his earthly life on September 11, 2025.

Mrs. Audrey Barlowe Price, age 86 of Shelby, NC, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025, at her residence.

Joshua Rashaun Brooks, age 44, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at his home.

Miss Cynthia K. Allison, affectionately known as "Cynt", 61, was born June 15, 1964, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, to the late Floyd and Thelma Allison.

Mr. Dennis Ray Webber, 75, of Memphis, TN passed away on September 3rd, 2025, at St. Francis Bartlett in Memphis, Tennessee.

Ms. Brenda Marlene Barber, age 67, of Charlotte, NC, died on September 15, 2025, at Atrium Cabarrus in Concord, NC.

Ellen Leona Wilson-Adams, 99, was born October 14, 1925, to the late Venus Avester Wilson, and Panola Moorehead-Wilson.