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Page 18 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, May 21-May 27, 2020 As a young man, he met and married Elizabeth Brooks, his high school sweetheart. They were blessed with two chil- dren and one grandson. During his life, he was an extremely devoted husband and father. Howard also was a great provider and protec- tor of his family; working over 28 years with PPG Industries before retiring. Later in life, Howard became a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Forest City, NC where he worked faithfully to further the ministry. Known for his outgoing personality, he truly "never met a stranger." He enjoyed traveling, golf and photography. One of his favorite pastimes was com- pleting crossword puzzles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Brooks Edwards and two brothers, William Morgan Edwards Jr. and Van Wyck Edwards. Left to cherish his memory are his children, La Vondra Farquharson of Charlotte, NC and Dr. H. Jamaal Edwards of Shelby, NC; one grand- son, William Farquharson of Charlotte, NC and a host of family and friends. Due to recent coronavirus state guidelines limiting the size of gatherings, the ser- vice for Mr. Edwards will be private. He was viewed on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at Shiloh Baptist Church from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM with a reception of friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at the church. The family met at 611 Dellinger Road Shelby, NC. NELLIE WHETSTINE BRIDGES Nellie (Nell) Whetstine Bridges (96) was born in Grover, NC to the late Victor and Willie Whetstine on March 1, 1924. She left us on May 11, 2020 to rejoin her husband of over 50 years, Jasper Fred Bridges, Sr., her son, Jasper (Jack) Fred Bridges, Jr., grandson, Sammy Fred Bridges, Sr., and great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Nicole Bridges. Also waiting for her were her brothers, Clarence Whetstine, Jack Whetstine, Clyde Whetstine, Bill Whetstine and their wives, Geneva, Dot, Mildred and Thelma along with many, many very special friends and family. Truly, what a day of rejoicing that was! Nell is survived by her daughters, Mary Bridges Lingerfeldt, Vicki Bridges Carter, and Barbara Bridges, sons-in-law Roscoe Lingerfeldt and Jimmy Carter, and daughter-in- law, Maxine Bridges as well as her honorary daughter, Diana Quesenberry. She is also survived by her grand- children: Bobby Lingerfeldt (Debbie), Chris Lingerfeldt (Jessie), Angie Bridges Sedlak, Robin Lingerfeldt- Mower (Mike), Dawn Bridges Zawadski (Mike), and Phaedra Shea Drawdy (Jason). Her great-grand- children, Rachel Wood, Sammy Bridges, Jr. (Molly), AJ Bridges, Tyler Bridges, Austin Lingerfeldt, Tristen Davis (Javi Ballester), funeralservices.com A service of Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. MAX FRANKLIN FRISBEE Casar: Max Franklin Frisbee, age 62, of Casar, died Monday, May 4, 2020. Max was born March 25, 1958 in Buncombe County to Glenn Frisbee and the late Wilda Ballew Frisbee who died in 2016; he was a resi- dent of Casar for the past 15 years. Max had Cerebral Palsy and was the first per- son on crutches to graduate from Erwin High School. He retired from Square D after 29 yrs. of service. Max was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and a faithful Christian. Surviving in addition to his father, are his wife of 31 years, Sheree Fender Frisbee; sons, Joseph and Samuel Frisbee; sisters, Lillian "Sissy" Cox and hus- band Danny, and Leisa Frisbee; brothers, Melvin Frisbee and wife Wendy, and Brian and Brandon Frisbee; three grandchil- dren, Scarlette, Kira, and Jameson. His funeral service was held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, May 8, 2020 in the Chapel of West Funeral Home, 17 Merrimon Ave., Weaverville. Rev. Gary Fender will offi- ciate. Burial followed in Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Marshall. For those who desire, con- dolences may be offered to the family under Mr. Frisbee's obituary at www. WestFamilyFuneralServices. com. HOWARD ROGER EDWARDS Mr. Howard Roger Edwards, 72, of Shelby, NC passed away on Thursday May 7, 2020 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury, NC. He was born in Gaston County, NC on January 29, 1948 to the late William Morgan Edwards and Clarice Cornwell Edwards. The youngest of three brothers, Howard was reared in Cherryville, NC and gradu- ated from John Chavis High School with the distinction of salutatorian of his class. During his teenage years in Cherryville, he was an out- standing pitcher for one of the first integrated base- ball leagues and after high school, he attended NC A&T University. BELTON "GARY" LANIER Mooresboro: Belton "Gary" Lanier, 58, died Monday, May 11, 2020, at his home. A native of Lincoln County, he is the son of Roy Lanier of Maiden, and the late Iva Frances Keever. Gary worked as a painter for many years. In addition his mother, he was preceded in death by his wife, Sheri Lanier; and brother, Robert Ledwell. In addition to his father, he is survived by his son, Brandon Lanier and fiancée Jennifer Poteat of Shelby; brother, Michael Keever of Cherryville; grandson, Matthew Lanier; and neph- ew, Joshua Keever. Funeral services will remain private to the family. GERALD AMOS LANIER Gerald Amos Lanier, age 24 of Kings Mountain, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 9, 2020. He is survived by his girl- friend, Cheyenne Reedy, a daughter, Aubree'Ella Lanier, his parents, Christina Smith and husband Don, grandparents, Paul Lanier and wife Tracy, three sisters, Courtney Lanier, Morgan Lanier and fiancé Joshua Speicher and their son, Jackson Speicher, and Jayda McAbee, a brother, James Carroll Jr. and wife Bethany Sisk, his biological father, Gerald McAbee, three aunts, Gina Short and husband David, Paula Creighton, Stephanie Champion and husband Andy, an uncle, Anthony Pruitt and wife Hope, a great uncle, Jackie Lanier, cousins, Kayla Wells and Brandon Gladden along with other numerous cous- ins, and friends. Born November 13, 1995 in Gaston County, Gerald was preceded in death by a daughter, Ava Lanier and a grandmother, Darlene Fink. Gerald enjoyed his Honda cars, playing video games, and spending time with his family and friends, especially playing with his daughter. Gerald always brought a smile to your face and he will be dearly missed by those that knew him. A private service was held Thursday at Cleveland Funeral Services Chapel. Burial followed at Mt. Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain. To sign the guest book, please go to www.cleveland- Continued From Page 17 O' Max Gardner. Javan is preceded in death by his father, mother, a sister and a brother. Javan leaves to cherish a daughter, Pamela Edwards of Shelby and a host of brothers, sisters, relatives and friends. The family met and received friends at 706 North Washington Street Shelby on Friday, May 15, 2020 from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM. DAMON WELDON POWELL Damon Weldon Powell, age 92, of the Northbrook Community passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020 at Atrium Health Lincolnton. He was born August 19, 1927 in Lincoln County to the late Arcie Miller and Pearl Houser Powell. Damon was a veter- an of both the United States Army and the United States Merchant Marines. He was also a mem- ber of Bess Chapel United Methodist Church where he was always active for over 40 years. He was a former Sunday School Superintendent, he assisted with keeping the water moni- tored, and kept the signage updated for the church. He was always willing to serve where he was needed. Damon retired after 38 years of driving from Carolina Freight. He was a mem- ber of the Fallston Masonic Lodge #356 A.F. & A.M. and an honorary member of sev- eral local lodges. He served as Past Master of the Lodge and received his Tyler of Distinction for being in the Lodge over 50 years. Damon was a former volunteer fire- man and founding member of Northbrook Fire Department. He enjoyed fishing and trav- eling, which included long trips out west and up the east coast. Damon always had a story to tell and was respect- ed by those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Betty Hoyle Powell; siblings, Patrick Powell, Martha P. Beam, and Frances Digh. Survivors include his chil- dren, Michele Tallent and husband, Perry, and Mark Powell and wife, Cindy; sis- ter, Jammie Lee Dawson; grandchildren, Lesley Crawford, Ben Powell and wife, Lindsay, Lily Tallent, and Heather Chapman and husband, Dustin; great grand- children, Zion Crawford, Lynsi Crawford, and Jordan Chapman; great great grand- children, Pryseis, Malachi, and Evelyn Crawford; special caregiver and family friend, Ms. Doey Byers; and numer- ous nieces and nephews. Mr. Powell lay in state on Saturday, May 16, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Carpenter-Porter Funeral & Cremation Services. A private graveside service will be held at Bess Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Bess Chapel United Methodist Church, Cemetery Fund, c/o Linda Towery, 2357 Bess Chapel Ch. Rd., Cherryville, NC 28021. Jackson Mower, Rachel Mower, Carson Odle, Tori Burke, Haley Watson (Anthony), and Emma Patrick and great-great- grandchilden, Emersyn Bridges, Adeline Ballester, Aviana Patrick and Braylon Watson were the highlights of her life. Her special niec- es and nephews were also very important to her. She had so many "adopt- ed" children and grandchil- dren that they cannot all be named here. She was always ready with a piece of cake, a cup of coffee, a warm piece of freshly baked bread, a bandage, a hug or a prayer – whatever you needed and whomever you were. Many people through- out the years enjoyed her "Morning Coffee Club" and Pancake Saturdays. Many babies were wrapped in her crocheted blankets and love. She loved her work as a nurse before retiring; her favorite part was working in the delivery room – even delivering some of her own grandchildren. She also loved to travel and was always ready to go on the next adventure – wherever it may be. Nell was an active member of Long Creek Presbyterian Church. She worked in the nursery there for countless years. She was a member of the choir and the Women of the Church. She lay in state for pub- lic viewing at Long Creek Presbyterian Church on Thursday, May 14, 2020 from 12:30 to 1:30. A private funeral service was held on the Church lawn at 2:00 fol- lowed by interment in the Church cemetery. Social distancing protocol was in effect. PPE may be used at your own discretion. The family would like to specially thank the staff of Senior TLC for all of their loving care and special attention to her. Memorials may be sent to Long Creek Presbyterian Church, c/o Mary Lingerfeldt, 137 Paw Jim's Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Guest register available at www.harrisfunerals.com. Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC. JAVAN LESTER SMITH, III Mr. Javan Lester Smith, III, 67, of Shelby NC passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2020 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby. He was born on July 25, 1952 in Cleveland County, NC to the late Javan Lester Smith, Jr. and Carrie Mae Hamrick Smith. Javan completed his education at Shelby High School. He worked many years in textiles, mainte- nance and later years with MILDRED McKINLEY KISER Mildred McKinley Kiser, age 97 of Shelby, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 15, 2020. She is survived by her children, Barry M. Kiser Sr. of Mooresboro, NC, Brenda Worthey of Mooresboro, NC, and Ben Kiser Jr. of Shelby, NC, five grandchil- dren, Barry Kiser Jr. (Annie) of Mooresboro, NC, Robert Price (Kathy) of Lattimore, NC, Jody Price (Suzie) of Forest City, NC, Cathy Worthey (Tammy Brandon) of York, SC, and Daniel Worthey Jr. of Mooresboro, NC, 14 great grandchildren, Joe Kiser, Chase Kiser, Amber Price, Steve Price, Tim Price, Austin Price, Courtney Rynolds, Daniel "DJ" Worthey III, Hannah Worthey, Andrew Worthey, Chivonne Worthey, and Alston Bradley Worthey, five great great grandchildren, Mady Line Hargett, Maysin Hargett, Kimberly Jamison, Dayshon Jamison, and Jahlil Avery, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Born April 23, 1923 in Anderson County, SC, Mildred was the daughter of the late Acie Clayton and Dora Whitehead Mckinley and was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Ben Garland Kiser, a brother, Ralph McKinley, and five sisters, Helen McKee, Mary Rudisill, Hazel Pritchard, Bonnie Thackerson, and Vivian Stroup. A private graveside ser- vice will be held at Sunset Cemetery. CARL PHILLIP ROBERTS Carl Phillip Roberts, age 61, died Thursday, May 14, 2020, at Spartanburg Regional Heath Care System. Born in Cleveland County on November 7, 1958, he was the son of the late Carl Roberts Jr. and Louise Phillips Roberts. Phil is survived by his two sons; Phillip and Graham Roberts, the mother of his children, Melody Cummings Roberts, three grandchildren; Isaiah, Isabella, and Ian, one sister, Jeanne Price and hus- band Alan, as well as two brothers Richard Roberts and wife Juanita and Don Roberts and wife Regina. Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Mr. Roberts Guest Registry is available at www.cecilmburtonfuneral- home.com. Continued To Page 19 OBITUARIES OBITUARIES I N RE M E M B RA N C E I N RE M E M B RA N C E SHELBY SHOPPER SHELBY SHOPPER INFO INFO