Mitchell Bumgarner
Jul 30, 2026
Mitchell Eugene Bumgarner, age 71, of Cherryville, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2026, at his home, with his loving wife by his side. Mitch was born January 22, 1955, in Rutherford County, to the late Coy Eugene Bumgarner and Shelby Jean Buchanan Bumgarner of Golden Valley (Bostic, NC).
Mitch was a member of Lincolnton Church of God and a former member...
Randy Allen Pruitt
Jul 29, 2026
Randy Allen Pruitt, age 63, of Cherryville, passed away Thursday, July 29, 2026, at his home. Randy was born December 19, 1962, in Cleveland County, to the late Marvin Ray Pruitt and the late Sadie Verline Adams. He enjoyed talking on the phone and riding side by sides.
In addition to his parents, Randy was preceded in death by his sister,...
Tina Marie Bowers
Jul 24, 2026
Tina Marie Bowers, age 58, of Cherryville, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at Robin Johnson House. Tina was born September 5, 1967, in Sullivan County, TN, to the late John Allen Bowers, Sr. and the late Willie Mae Oliver Bowers.
Tina was a member of the original New Year’s Shooters and a Jeff Gordan fan. She was a tomboy and...
Gene Ledford
Jul 23, 2026
Hugh “Gene” Ledford, age 86, of Cherryville, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Caromont Regional Medical Center. Gene was born March 31, 1940, to the late Burns Augustus “Gus” and Fanny Elizabeth Carpenter Ledford.
Gene was a member of Cherryville Christian Fellowship (formerly Cherryville Missionary Methodist Church). He enjoyed watching sports and was an avid Cincinnati Reds, Dallas Cowboys, and...
Mary Lou Wacaster
Jul 22, 2026
Mary Lou “Mutt” Heavner Wacaster, age 92, of Baxter Road, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Carolina Care and Rehabilitation. She was born May 2, 1934, in Gaston County to the late Charles Clyde and Hester Brown Heavner.
Mary Lou was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where she served on the bereavement committee, preparing meals. She also helped...
Dr. George L. Bradley, Jr.
Jul 17, 2026
Dr. George L. Bradley, Jr.
June 21, 1942 – July 17, 2026
George L. Bradley, Jr. D.O. FAAFP, entered his eternal home on July 17, 2026. He was born in Philadelphia, PA and raised in Philadelphia and South Jersey. He received a bachelor's degree in Natural Science from Rutgers University with the help of New Jersey State Scholarship and his medical training...
Vergie Willis Heavner
Jul 16, 2026
Vergie Lorene Willis Heavner, age 89, of Cherryville, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Peak Resources in Cherryville. She was born March 21, 1937, in Lincoln County, to the late Burgin Jacob and Bertha Cook Willis. Vergie was a longtime, faithful member of Cherryville Christian Fellowship. She retired from Sweetree and always exhibited a strong work ethic while supporting...
David Wayne Smith
Jul 10, 2026
David Wayne Smith, age 65, of Cherryville, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026, at Somerset Court. He was born September 3, 1960, in Lincoln County, to the late Jack Neal and Agnes Patricia “Pat” Baldwin Smith. David was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. He also enjoyed watching the races and fishing.
In addition to his parents, Jack and Pat, David was...
Jeffery Price
Jul 4, 2026
Jeffery Lewis Price, age 79, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with his loving wife by his side.
His wife will always remember his humor and friendliness towards others.
Jeffery is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Pat. He is also survived by his brothers, John, and Greg, and their families.
In accordance with Jeffery’s wishes, no formal services...
Jerry Andrew Allen
Jun 30, 2026
Jerry Andrew Allen, age 54, of Lincolnton, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026. He was born November 3, 1971, in Lincoln County, to the late Harold Dean Allen and the late Brenda Kay Hester Grubbs.
Jerry loved carp fishing with his brother, Teddy, and best friend, Larry. He enjoyed operating equipment and spending time with his family.
Jerry is survived by his...