Archive | Obituaries

William Peter Blaich

William Peter Blaich, of Sunset Beach, North Carolina, passed away on June 5, 2026, in Iron Station, North Carolina, surrounded by family and friends after a long battle with World Trade Center cancer. A Vietnam Veteran and proud member of the United States Army, William retired as a full Colonel, with deployments including Vietnam and […]

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Tonya Sue Gibson

Tonya Sue Gibson (Gross) passed away at her home on May 31, 2026, after a courageous and inspiring battle with cancer. She was 54 years old. Born on September 5, 1971 in Pineville KY and raised in ColdIron Ky. Tonya was the daughter of Clarence and Wilma Gross. she was the Granddaughter to the late […]

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Leslie Allen Werth

Leslie Allen Werth, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully at his home in Iron Station, NC on May 23, 2026, at the age of 88. A devoted man of God, Les lived his life guided by faith, kindness, humility, and service to others. He faithfully served as a deacon at East […]

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David Rohrbaugh

In the Bible, King David was called a “man after God’s heart” in the sense of being committed to the Lord’s will and purposes.  David Rohrbaugh was that kind of man also.  While David was a loving, caring, and generous husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, above all he was a faithful and committed follower […]

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James Martini Jr.

James Martini Jr., age 59, of Lincolnton, North Carolina, passed away on May 11, 2026, with his family lovingly by his side. Born on July 15, 1966, James lived a life defined by service, loyalty, and devotion to his family and country. He was a proud United States Navy Veteran, serving three years with honor […]

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