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Page 16 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, June 18-June 24, 2020 VIOLA SARA JOHNSON Viola Sara Johnson, 95, of Shelby, NC went home to be with Jesus on June 6th, 2020. Viola was born February 14th, 1925 in Shelby to the late Ambrose and Lydia Early and was a member of Pleasant City Church. She retired from PPG Industries in Shelby. Viola loved the Lord and her family deeply. Viola will be cherished and is preceded in death by her loving husband, Columbus Johnson. She is survived by her twin sister, Violet Moore, and her sister Nydia Morris. She is also survived by her children, Norma Frady and husband Mike, and Jim Upton and wife Kaye; Grandchildren- Lance Frady (Caroline) Leah Wray (Johnny), Angela McKee (Steve) and Kelly Upton (Stephanie); Great Grandchildren- Seth Frady, Kyle Wray (Kaylin) Mackenzie Wray, Makayla Wray, Kami Wray, Mariah McKee, Marcus McKee, Austin McKee, Spencer Upton and Carter Vincent; Great Great Grandchild – Emery Wray. ing, basketball and tennis games on TV with family and friends. On the evening of April 8th, 2020, the Lord took Roger home to his final rest- ing place. Leaving to mourn his memory are his mother Carol, his brother Calvin, sisters, Shawana and Nija. Also, his children, Darrius, Savannah and Ryan, three aunts and four uncles. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was extremely close to his cous- in, Gerard, who misses him daily. No services are planned at this time. Guest Register Available at www.harrisfunerals.com. Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC. JIMMY WILLIAMS Blacksburg- Jimmy Williams, 32, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, June 3 2020 in Blacksburg. Born in Gastonia, he was the husband of Brittany Williams and to this union one son was born, Christopher Williams. Jimmy enjoyed outdoor activities and work- ing on vehicles during his spare time. He was previ- ously employed at Kebo's Tires and Alignments. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elaine Williams. In addition to his wife and son, he is survived by his father, Ronnie Williams (Sharon Jackson), two Brothers; Daniel Williams and Gregory Williams, two sisters; Teresa Pruitt and Paula Williams, Grandparents; Jimmy and Edith Williams and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 1 pm at Gordon Mortuary. Interment followed at Mountain View Cemetery. JAMES ROBERT LOVELACE James Robert Lovelace, age 78 of Grover, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 6, 2020. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Patricia "Doodle" Lovelace of the home, his chil- dren, Scott Lovelace (Susan) of Belwood, NC, Sharon Addison (Chris) of Grover, NC, Lisa Waters (Jack) of Lawndale, NC, and Rev. Mickey Pruitt (Peggy) of Dallas, NC, six- teen grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren, two sis- ters, Julie Oliver of Grover, NC, and Bertha Truelove of Grover, NC, a brother, Fred Lovelace (Libby) of Grover, NC, and numerous nieces and nephews. Born June 17, 1941 in Cleveland County, James was the son of the late David Sankie Lovelace and Minnie Rosell Causby Lovelace and was preceded in death by two granddaughters, Shayla Moore and Brandy Bradley, three sis- ters, Eveline Hamrick, Ruth Guiton, and Viola Myers, and a brother, Charles Lovelace. James, affectionately known as "Baw", was a loving hus- band, father, grandfather, and brother. He was a charter member of Grace Covenant Church of God. He enjoyed working in his shop, watching birds, and spending time with his family and friends, espe- cially his grandchildren. Funeral services were held 2:00 pm Monday, June 8, 2020 at Cleveland Funeral Services Chapel conducted by Rev. Mickey Pruitt. Memorial contributions can be made to Grace Covenant Church of God, P.O. Box 162, Shelby NC 28151. To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfu- neralservices.com A service of Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. The family will celebrate her life with a private grave- side service at Patterson Springs Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to Pleasant City Church: 1146 County Home Rd., Shelby, NC 28152. Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serv- ing the family. Guest Registry is available at www.cecilmburtonfuneral- home.com. ROGER SHAMONE THOMPSON R o g e r S h a m o n e Thompson was born in Brooklyn, NY on April 5, 1972 to his surviving moth- er, Carol Harrington and deceased father James Harrington. Roger graduated from Murray Bergman High School in N.Y. He also did a year at N.Y.U. college. Then he went on to pursue his career, patrol officer for MTA Bridges & Tunnel. In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with his fam- ily, celebrating birthdays & holidays. He also enjoyed going to amusement parks, backyard barbecues and also enjoyed the casinos, fishing, watching box- KENNETH PAIGE CASH Kenneth Paige Cash, 83, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 06, 2020 at Testa Hospice House in Kings Mountain, NC. He was born in Cleveland County, NC, to the late Vera Cole Cash and was preceded in death by his brother Randy Cash. Ken attended Patterson Grove Baptist Church. He proudly served his country as a member of the US Air Force and retired as a supervisor from Firestone after more than twenty years of service. Ken enjoyed watch- ing old westerns, meeting friends for coffee and spend- ing time with his family. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who will be missed dearly by his family and friends. Survivors: Wife of 50 years: Martha Gantt Cash, of the home; Daughter: Kendra C. Ledford and husband Jeff, Kings Mountain, NC; Son: Jason Cash and wife Carlee, Kings Mountain, NC; Grandchildren: Jarrett and Bailey Ledford and Jasalyn and Kenslee Cash; Sister- in-law: Patty Gantt and hus- band Steve; Nephew: Chip Cash Special Friend: Wayne Dellinger. Graveside service was held Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Memorials may be made to Patterson Grove Baptist Church building fund at 301 Oak Grove Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or to Hospice of Cleveland County at 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby NC, 28150. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family. 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 BETH CORNWELL COOKE Lincolnton - On Saturday, June 6, 2020, Beth Cornwell Cooke, our beautiful Wife, Momma and Nana, made her journey to Heaven. Beth was born on June 28, 1957 a daughter of the late James Fred Cornwell and Mable Heavner Cornwell. She was a teacher's assis- tant for Lincoln County Schools and a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Vale. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her best friend, Sheila Rutledge and her beloved dog Cooper. Those left to cherish her memories are her husband Ricky Cooke; daughter, Anissa Cline and husband Dave; daughter, Keri Ann Clinton and husband Terry; son Dustin Hester and wife Taya; stepdaughter, Haley Stamey and husband Jeremy; stepson, Eric Cooke and wife Courtney; grand- children Ashley and Ansley Cline, Emma Grace Clinton, Britton, Blake and Brooke Hester and Jaxon Stamey; very special cousins, Mickey Cornwell, Sally Cornwell, Gay Stone and Kathy Huss. A Celebration of Life Service was held on Monday, June 8, 2020 at 2361 Stonegate Lane, Lincolnton, NC 28092 with Rev. Jeremy Mahaffey and Rev. Butch Ross officiating. Burial was private. Memorials may be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 1156 North Brook #3 School Rd. Vale, NC 28168. A guest register is avail- able at www.stameycher- ryvillefuneralhome.com Stamey-Cherryville Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family of Mrs. Cooke. Continued To Page 17 Shelby Shopper & Info offers the printing of obituaries in our paper as a community service and free of charge for Cleveland County residents and the immediate area. The obituary may include a picture if the image is of print quality. We request that the obituary is limited to 150 words and we will edit the obituaries due to space. The obituary will include preceded family members, surviving family members, funeral service information, memorials, and the name of the funeral home serving the family. The obituaries will not include names of grandchildren, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, or pets. We only accept obituaries from licensed funeral homes. The deadline is Friday at 1:00 pm prior to the next Thursday's publication. Please have your funeral home send us your loved ones' obituaries to obits@shelbyinfo.com Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. 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