OBITUARIES


Local obituaries for Statesville, North Carolina

Anna Jean Bustle

Anna Jean Bustle

Sep 24, 2025

Anna Jean Bustle, born on January 15, 1935, in Forsyth County, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, in Iredell at the age of 90. Her life was a testament to faith, love, and service, leaving behind a legacy that will inspire generations to come.

Anna Jean and her beloved husband, Grady Lee Bustle, shared 52 beautiful years of marriage, during...

Lillian Antoinette Comotto Campbell

Lillian Antoinette Comotto Campbell

Sep 23, 2025

Lillian Antoinette Comotto Campbell, 89, of Statesville NC passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.Born on January 13, 1936 in Astoria, NY, she was the daughter of the late Daniel Comotto and Julia Ciconga Comotto. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Campbell, and daughter-in-law, Alana...

Ronald Rickie "Rick" Johnson

Ronald Rickie "Rick" Johnson

Sep 22, 2025

Ronald Rickie Johnson “Rick”, 71,went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, September 22, 2025.

He passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and two children. Rick was born in Iredell County, North Carolina on September 24, 1953 to the late Luther Johnson and Jean Little Johnson. He was married to the love of his life, Patti, for 47 years....

Jose Molina Cisneros

Jose Molina Cisneros

Sep 21, 2025

Celebramos la vida de José Molina Cisneros, un devoto padre, hermano y amigo, quien falleció pacíficamente por causas naturales el 21 de septiembre de 2025 en el condado de Iredell, Carolina del Norte, a la edad de 54 años. Nacido el 20 de diciembre de 1970 en El Salvador, la trayectoria de José enriqueció la vida de quienes lo rodeaban,...

Phyllis Elizabeth Clark

Phyllis Elizabeth Clark

Sep 20, 2025

Phyllis Elizabeth Hutto Clark, born May 14, 1935, in Iredell County, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on September 20, 2025, in Salisbury, NC, at the age of 90.Phyllis devoted many years of her life working as a dedicated knitter in the textile industry at Piedmont Knitting. Her warm personality and love for people made her a cherished friend to all...

Linda Faye Bass Dingler

Linda Faye Bass Dingler

Sep 20, 2025

Linda Faye Bass Dingler, 78, of Statesville, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Born on December 30, 1946 in Iredell County, NC she was the daughter of the late Grover Bass and Hazel Murdock Bass. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Dingler and a brother, Thomas Bass.Linda was a...

Doris Pearce Best

Doris Pearce Best

Sep 20, 2025

Doris Pearce Best, 94, of Statesville, passed away peacefully at her home in the early morning of September 20, 2025. She was born on February 10, 1931, in Wayne County, North Carolina, to the late Leroy Pearce and Bessie Mae Ellis Pearce.

Doris lived a long and beautiful life, marked by kindness, devotion, and love. As the second oldest of fourteen...

James "JW" McCollum

James "JW" McCollum

Sep 15, 2025

James "JW" McCollum, 97, of Statesville, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House following a period of declining health. Born on April 6, 1928, in Yadkin County, North Carolina, JW lived a life rich in service and connection with others.

Throughout his career, JW dedicated over 22 years...

Charles Melvin Noon

Charles Melvin Noon

Sep 13, 2025

Charles " Charlie" Noon, age 80, born December 19, 1944, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025.

Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Jane. He is survived by his six children, Dawn Forsythe, Elaina Barton, Kristine Earl, Rebecca Noon, Jamie Noon and Amanda Noon as well as nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Charlie and his wife Jane resided in Mooresville...

Bonnie Louise Grier

Bonnie Louise Grier

Sep 11, 2025

Bonnie Louise Bonacci Grier, 67, of Statesville, NC, passed away on September 11, 2025 at Gordon Hospice House after a long and valiant battle with cancer. Bonnie was born in Waterloo, NY on March 24, 1958 to the late Rudolph and Gwenneth Lawrence Bonacci, and grew up there with her 3 siblings and extended family.Upon earning a B.A. in Biology from...

Jimmy Towayne "Wayne" Clark

Jimmy Towayne "Wayne" Clark

Sep 3, 2025

Jimmy Towayne "Wayne" Clark, 67, of Statesville, a beloved family man and dedicated member of his community, passed away peacefully at his home on September 3, 2025, following a sudden illness. Born on February 20, 1958, in Iredell County, North Carolina, Wayne was a proud product of Iredell County Schools, where he laid the foundation for a life filled with...

Michael Keith Lester

Michael Keith Lester

Sep 3, 2025

Michael Keith Lester, 75, of Harmony, NC, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House.

Born on May 8, 1950, in Mingo County, West Virginia, Michael was the son of the late Ed McBrayer, Step-Father, and Ruth Godfrey McBrayer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved...

Joan Tesoriero Carbone

Joan Tesoriero Carbone

Aug 29, 2025

Joan Tesoriero Carbone passed away peacefully at her home in Statesville, North Carolina surrounded by members of her family. She was 94.

Joan was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Dominick J. Carbone, Sr., as well as her parents, Giuseppe and Rachela Tesoriero, her sister, Caterina Galletta, and her brothers, Joseph and Sam Tesoriero, all of Sydney, Australia....

Ocia Brown Fromme

Ocia Brown Fromme

Aug 28, 2025

Ocia Brown Fromme, 71, of Union Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 28, 2025, after battling cancer.

Born on July 21, 1954, in Iredell County, Ocia was the daughter of the late Harold Brown and Stella Templeton Brown. She was a graduate of North Iredell High School and spent her entire life in the Union Grove area.

Ocia had a huge...

Judy Marie Smith

Judy Marie Smith

Aug 22, 2025

Judy Marie Smith, 78, of Love Valley, NC, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at the home of her granddaughter, Valarie Kirkland, in Stony Point.

Born on January 29, 1947, in Richlands, Virginia, to the late Joseph “Joe” Albert Martin and Della Marie Martin, Judy devoted her life to caring for others. After earning her certification as a Nursing Assistant,...

Javier Maltos-Samano

Javier Maltos-Samano

Aug 22, 2025

Javier Maltos-Samano, born on October 7, 1975, in Michoacan, Mexico, passed away peacefully of natural causes on August 22, 2025, in Statesville, NC, at the age of 49. Javier's life journey was one marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a steadfast faith.

As a dedicated landscaper, Javier poured his heart into cultivating beauty and life around him. His love...

Ross Zito

Ross Zito

Aug 21, 2025

Ross William Zito, passed away on Thursday , August 21 2025.

Ross was born in Hudson New York on September 2, 1947 to Mr. Ross ZIto and Teresa Hawver Zito. Ross married Donna on September 18, 1976 they spent 49 together until his passing. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend to many. Ross passed away leaving behind...

Paul David Corriher

Paul David Corriher

Aug 21, 2025

Paul David Corriher, 90, of Statesville, a dedicated family man and valued member of his community, passed away on August 21, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital, following a period of declining health. Born on October 7, 1934, in Rowan County, North Carolina, Paul lived a life full of service, devotion, and love.

Paul proudly served his country in the U.S. Air...

Bobby Ray Mayberry Sr.

Bobby Ray Mayberry Sr.

Aug 21, 2025

Bobby Ray Mayberry Sr., 51, of Stony Point, NC passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at Iredell Memorial Hospital after a period of declining health.

Bobby was born on January 15, 1974 in Iredell County, NC to the late Danny Clyde Mayberry Sr and Mary Mayberry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother,...

Frances Brown Austin

Frances Brown Austin

Aug 17, 2025

Frances Elizabeth (Brown) Austin, 96, went to her place in Heaven on August 17, 2025. Frances passed peacefully at her home in Yadkinville, NC, at the Willowbrook Care Center. 

Frances was born May 18, 1929, in Statesville, North Carolina to Lonnie and Hallie (Plyler) Brown. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard Brown (brother), her husband William C. (Bud)...

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