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We have been a part of this special community for more than half a century, and we are honored to help our friends, neighbors, and families in their time of need. We understand the unique needs of the families we serve, and we offer that understanding with personal and professional care. With so many important decisions to be made at the time of a funeral, we are here to guide you through the process with candor and compassion. For package and pricing information, please contact one of our funeral service professionals.

03/06/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Barry Eugene Rikard

Barry Eugene Rikard, 75, passed away on March 5, 2026 at his home in Kings Mountain, NC. Born November 12, 1950 in Cleveland County, he was the son of the late James Bratton and Lois Bennett Rikard and was also preceded in death by his brother Jimmy Rikard. Barry graduated with the Kings Mountain High School Class of 1969, then served his country honorably with the US Army in Vietnam. He was very proud of his service and his country. He worked at and retired from Eaton Corporation in Grover. Barry was an avid sports fan and also an active participant for many years in local league basketball and softball. He enjoyed time outdoors, whether he be bird-watching, gardening his beautiful flowers and summer tomato plants, or tending his pool so his family could enjoy it. Barry's family was his pride and joy; he was a devoted husband, loving father, and exemplary "Pop." His grandchildren were the most important part of his life, and he cherished his time spent with them, be it on family beach trips or simply being together for meals or swim sessions at his house. Those who knew and loved him will treasure their memories of his charismatic grin, his quick wit, and the remarkable example he set for them.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 48 years: Jenny Phillips Rikard
Daughter: Stephanie Rikard of Kings Mountain
Siblings: Jerry Rikard of Kings Mountain, Nancy Nolan (David) of Hudson, NC, and Tommy Rikard (Jennifer) of Kings Mountain
Grandchildren: Koby Rikard (girlfriend Macey Deering), Makalyn Rikard (fiancé Marty Lovingood), and Kennedy Short

FUNERAL SERVICE: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain with Dr. John Sloan officiating

VISITATION: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. in the parlor of Harris Funeral Home

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

MEMORIALS: Donations in Barry's memory may be made to First Baptist Church Senior Adult Fund at P.O. Box 786, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or online at www.fbckm.com/give

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03/05/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Lawrence Michael "Mike" Henderson

Lawrence Michael Henderson, 62, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on March 04, 2026 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC. He was born March 18, 1963 in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Lawrence and Ernestine Short Henderson. At 16 years old, Mike began a career in the mining industry that lasted for more than 40 years. He was a dedicated employee who always gave his all to his career. Mike, through hard work and dedication, was promoted through the ranks until he reached management, finally retiring from Imerys. Mike loved being outdoors spending time fishing, golfing watching sports and NASCAR racing. He enjoyed family beach trips where he would spend hours laying in the sun and playing with his beloved grandchildren in the sand. Mike cherished his time outdoors. He loved spending time on his mower, which he had outfitted with an oxygen tank, so he could continue to manicure his lawn. Mike was a dedicated and faithful husband, father, brother and PawPaw. Time spent with his family and friends was most important to him. His love, generosity, kindness, and guidance will continue to be cherished memories of all who knew and loved him.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 39 years: Donna Blackburn Henderson, of the home
Children: Caleb Henderson and wife Erica and Micaela Kimbrell and husband Clint, both of Kings Mountain, NC
Grandchildren: Cameron, Beckett, and Kaislee Henderson, Brookelyn Kimbrell and a precious new granddaughter on the way
Sister: Judy Henderson, Greenville, NC
Special Sister: Sue Roebuck, Greenville, NC

FUNERAL SERVICE: Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Steve Taylor officiating

VISITATION: Friday, March 6, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Harris Funeral Home

INTERMENT: Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC

Memorials in Mike's memory may be made to VIA Hospice (formerly Cleveland County Hospice) at 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150

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03/04/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Robert Douglas Huffstetler

Robert Douglas Huffstetler, of Kings Mountain, NC, went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 3, 2026 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC. Doug was born January 23, 1951 in Gaston County, NC, the only child of the late John Robert and Mary Gertrude Compton Huffstetler and was preceded in death by his stepmother, Shirley Huffstetler. He was a 1969 graduate of Hunter Huss High School and attended Gaston College. Doug was a member of Southside Baptist Church where he and his wife, Becky, have worshiped for the past 15 years. He worked as a purchasing agent with Precision Machine Products for 46 years until his well earned retirement.
Doug’s most treasured time was spent being a devoted Husband to Becky, a proud Father to his son, Jason, a caring Father-in-law to Kristen, and a loving PawPaw to his grandchildren, Luke and Caroline. The Lord blessed Doug with many wonderful things in life, but his pride and joy were his grandchildren.
Doug’s hobbies included spending time with Jason and his friends on fishing trips, at dirt track races, and on the golf course. He also enjoyed vacationing at their beach house with Becky and making memories with his close friends, whom he considered family. Doug loved to make people laugh and was always ready to help anyone in need. Doug's memory will continue to warm the hearts of all those who knew and loved him.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 47 years: Becky Harvey Huffstetler, of the home
Son: Jason Douglas Huffstetler and wife Kristen Carver Huffstetler, Gastonia, NC
Grandchildren: Luke Maxwell Huffstetler and Caroline Elizabeth Huffstetler
Step-sister: Kim Duncan
Brothers and Sisters-in-law: Barbara Fayad and family, Beth and Bill Stanton and family, and Billy and Nancy Harvey and family
Special Friends: Blair and Cindy Crisp, Rick and Kay Falls, Gary and Deb Willis, and Gary Biggers

VISITATION: Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 10:50 AM prior to the service in the parlor of Harris Funeral Home.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Jason Huffstetler officiating.

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03/03/2026

DATELINE: HIGH SHOALS, NORTH CAROLINA
Dennis Lee Nail

Dennis Lee Nail, 72, of High Shoals, NC, passed away on March 2, 2026 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. Born August 6, 1953 in Montague, MA, he was the son of the late Marion Nail and Lorraine Taylor Nail. Dennis served his country honorably in the US Marine Corps, during which time he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He was a devoted husband and a loving father, always there to be supportive or lend some wisdom. He was a great teacher for his sons who modeled hard work and dedication every day of his life. Dennis was a proud grandfather and great-grandfather, and his grandchildren adored their "Poppy" just as much as he adored them. Dennis was strong in every definition of the word, a loving patriarch who took joy in a job well done and in providing for his family. His legacy is secure as an inspiration and example to all those he leaves behind.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 50 years: Terri Price Nail
Sons: Jason Nail (Melanie) of Kings Mountain, NC and Ryan Nail (Brandy) of Dallas, NC
Grandchildren: Jozie Herrera (Erasmo), Alexis Connor, Alexander Nail, and Michael Nail
Great-grandson: Cyrus Stewart

FUNERAL SERVICE: Friday, March 6, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Rev. Tim Setzer officiating

VISITATION: Friday, March 6, 2026, prior to the service from 1:00 to 1:50 P.M. in the parlor of Harris Funeral Home

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

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03/03/2026

DATELINE: YORK, SOUTH CAROLINA
Edward Anthony Roberts

Edward Anthony Roberts, 85, of York, SC, passed away on March 02, 2026 at his home. He was born April 15, 1940 in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Pinkney and Lois Falls Roberts and was preceded in death by his siblings, David, Junior, Isabelle, Edith, Ethel, Jin, and Dot. Eddie served the United States honorably in the US Navy. After his service, he began a career in telecommunications, first working for Bellsouth and ultimately retiring from AT&T. Eddie attended the Seventh Day Adventist Church in York. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending time with family and friends on camping trips. Eddie loved being outdoors. He also enjoyed spending time playing Super Nintendo. He was a wonderful father and grandfather to two generations and a faithful friend. His memory will warm the hearts of his loved ones for a lifetime.

SURVIVORS: Children: Jeffery Roberts (Kimberly) and Mary Judd (Buddy), both of York, SC
Grandchildren: Anna Wilder (Paul), Michelle, Jennifer, and Jake Roberts, Ashley and Kyle Jensen, Alicia (Jeremy Vroman) and James (Meta Miles) Judd
Great Grandchildren: Clarissa, Hailey, and Remi Duckworth, Jeremiah Vroman, Caroline and Corinne Brantley, and Genevieve and Abigail Harrington
Former Wife: Mary L. Roberts

GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Friday, March 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Mountain Rest Cemetery, with Pastor Christopher Rollins officiating. The family will speak with attendees immediately following the service in the cemetery

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

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03/03/2026

DATELINE: GASTONIA, NORTH CAROLINA
Judy Loraine Collins Bridges

Judy Loraine Collins Bridges, 81, of Gastonia, NC, passed away on March 02, 2026 at Courtland Terrace in Gastonia, NC. She was born October 22, 1944 in Gaston County, NC, daughter of the late Fred and Irene Wilson Collins and was preceded in death by her husband, Ned Eugene Bridges. She was also preceded in death by her brother, and his wife, Jim and Elizabeth Wilson, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Manual and Carolyn Ross, and brothers-in-law, Larry Deaton and Bobbie Raines. Judy was a 1964 graduate of Kings Mountain High School and an award winning employee of Freightliner Parts Plant, Gastonia, NC for many years until her retirement. She was a former member of El Bethel UMC and previously attended Firestone Wesleyan Church. Judy enjoyed staying active and could often be found putting together scrapbooks or creating beautiful crafts. She was an avid shopper and would often take off work on Fridays for shopping trips with her sister, Linda and friends. Judy loved her little dog, Molly, and enjoyed spoiling her everyday. Judy loved buying thoughtful, personal gifts for others. She enjoyed visiting the mountains to relax and shop and spent many hours watching her soap operas with her ever present Diet Rite close by. Judy was a wonderful mother, sister, grandmother and friend who will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved her.
SURVIVORS: Daughter: Christy Bridges (Mary Ann Hope), Gastonia, NC
Sister: Linda Deaton, Gastonia, NC
Grandchildren: Bailey, Luke, and Parker Hope
Sister-in-law: Janice Raines, Fallston, NC
Numerous loving nieces, nephews and special friends

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Reverend Chris Wilson and Reverend Robin Sands officiating

VISITATION: Thursday, March 5, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the parlor of Harris Funeral Home

Memorials in Judy's memory may be made to Carolina Caring Hospice (Gaston County Hospice)
at 825 Majestic Court, Gastonia, NC 28054

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03/02/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. John Still ,92, on February 19, 2026. He was a long-time resident of Kings Mountain, NC.
John Lawrence Still was born in Winston-Salem, NC, son of the late Winnie Vera Mauney and Garland E. Still, brother of Christine and Garland.
A graduate of Davidson College, he received a Carnegie Fellowship for his M.A. degree from Peabody/Vanderbilt College and his Ph.D. from Florida State University.
His powerful intellect, life-long curiosity, faith, and compassion informed a celebrated career in award-winning, innovative education, active civic involvement, and in raising a loving, creative family with his beloved wife, Pat who passed away in 2014.
His first 34 years of professional experience began In Florida including Pinellas County Director of Staff Development, County supervisor and curriculum coordinator, Assistant professor and director of senior interns at the University of South Florida, instructor at the senior high, junior college, & university levels. He also attended NDEA Institute at the University of Georgia; studied at the Universities of Buffalo, N.Y., and Accra and Ibadan in Ghana and Nigeria, Africa.
Upon retiring from public education, he founded Still Waters, Inc, a professional training organization for business and academia and for the next 25 years led instruction for Cleveland, Gaston, Newland, Western Piedmont and Isothermal Community Colleges. Additionally providing training and certifications for EMS personnel to become lead instructors themselves. He served on the Board of Visitors at Cleveland Community College, the Life Enrichment Advisory Board, the All-Saints Episcopal Church Vestry, Christian Prayer and Healing Center, and Chaplain for the Sons of the American Revolution Chapter in Kings Mountain. For 15 years he was lead instructor for the YMCA Seniors in Motion exercise program at the Patrick Senior Center.
Throughout his life, John, also maintained a passion for art as expressed through his drawings, paintings and sculptures. He and Pat instilled a love of art and an openness to ideas in everything they touched. He will be remembered for his beautiful mind, integrity, generosity, and loving kindness in all actions.
His legacy continues through his four children: John, Christopher, Todd and Susan and six precious grandchildren: Hannah, Esther, Julian, Ryan, Isabelle, and Sloan.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday March 21, 2026, 10 AM All Saints Episcopal Church, 1201 S. New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28054
MEMORIALS: Donations in his name may be made to www.allsaintsgastonia.org
All Saints Episcopal Church Outreach Ministries, 1201 S. New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28054 or in Honor of Dr. John Still to the H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center, 909 East King St. Kings Mountain, NC 28086 https://www.cityofkm.com/213/Senior-Services

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com and the Church

Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home, Kings Mountain, NC

02/27/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
William "Bill" King

William Hezekiah King, known to many as Bill, of Kings Mountain, NC, went to meet his Savior on February 26, 2026 at the age of 87 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC. Born August 5, 1938 in Buncombe County, he was the son of the late Ernest King and Margie Hall King and was preceded in death by his brothers Jack, Hubert, Wayne, Clyde, and Hurley, and by his sisters Evelyn, Reva, and Doris. He served his country and state honorably with the North Carolina National Guard. Bill began a long and fulfilling career with Champion Paper Mill in Canton, NC in 1956, from which he retired in 1989. After retirement, he continued working as a conveyor systems specialist.

No matter where Bill lived, he was an active member of the community and a faithful attendee at church. Longtime members of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Canton, Bill and Earlene moved their membership to Patterson Grove Baptist upon their relocation to Kings Mountain. Bill assisted in building numerous churches in North Carolina and served on many mission trips and disaster relief efforts over the years. At Oak Grove in Canton, he served as a deacon and President of the Baptist Men. Bill is fondly remembered for his more than 30 years of dedicated volunteer efforts at Samaritan's Purse, where he spent decades leading community shoebox collection for Operation Christmas Child along with increasing duties in several other capacities. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose legacy of service, devotion, and faithfulness will serve as a reminder and a comfort to those he leaves behind.

SURVIVORS: Beloved wife of 66 years: Earlene Brookshire King
Children: Eric King (Tangie) of Linville, NC, Rita Breece (Mike) of Taylors, SC, and Susan Teague (Ronnie) of Harrisburg, NC
Sister: Eva Worley (Doug) of Old Fort, NC
Grandchildren: Kari Powell (Michael), Mackenzie Coomes (Eric), Stefanie Breece Kauffman, and Nann King
Great-grandchildren: Bristol Coomes and Esmae Powell
Bill is also survived by special friends Travis and Tom Tatham, and Beth and Billy Wease.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Monday, March 2, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Patterson Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Brad Bridges officiating

VISITATION: Monday, March 2, 2026 prior to the service from 12:30 to 1:50 P.M. at Patterson Grove Baptist Church

INTERMENT: Patterson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Bill's memory be made to Patterson Grove Building Fund at 301 Oak Grove Rd., Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or online at www.pgbckm.org or made to Samaritan's Purse at www.samaritanspurse.org.

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02/26/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Dorothy Mae Thompson

Dorothy Mae Thompson, 89, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on February 25, 2026 at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain, NC. She was born April 8, 1936 in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Charles Gordon and Lola Warren Oaks and was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 69 years, Fred Thompson. She was also preceded in death by two sons, Doug and William Thompson. Dorothy was raised as a member of Zoar Baptist Church and kept her baptist faith throughout her life. She worked as a seamstress in the textile industry, but most of all, she was a homemaker for her family. From an early age, Dorothy helped raise her younger brothers, and that care and compassion drove her to care for and raise her own children and many grandchildren and other loved ones. She was an independent person who didn't mind baiting her own hooks during the many fishing trips she took. Whether fishing from the bank of a pond or deep sea fishing, Dorothy was at home around the water. She was an avid NASCAR fan. She asked for nothing else on her 89th birthday than to see Kyle Busch race. She made the trip to Darlington Raceway and fulfilled her wish. Dorothy cared for others and enjoyed making sure they were fed. Her wonderful cooking has filled the stomachs of her loved ones and friends for many years. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother to three generations of grandchildren and friend whose memory will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew her.

SURVIVORS: Children: Dwayne Thompson, Forest City, NC, Norma Thompson,
Rock Hill, SC, and Deborah Wieland and husband Casey, York, SC
Brothers: Charles Gordon Oaks Jr., Hickory, NC and David Oaks and wife Blonnie, Shelby, NC
15 Grandchildren 30 Great Grandchildren 5 Great-Great Grandchildren

FUNERAL SERVICE: Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel officiated by Faith Sturgess

VISITATION: Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the parlor of Harris Funeral Home

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02/26/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

Marjorie June Barnes Harman

Marjorie June Barnes Harman, 85, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at Testa Family Hospice House with her devoted husband of 50 years, Harry Harman, by her side.

Born on July 8, 1940, in Athens, TN, Margie was the daughter of Joe Lee and Mildred Dockery Barnes, who nurtured in her a lifelong love of laughter, storytelling, and caring for others.

Margie lived a life marked by kindness, humor, and generosity. She delighted in sharing memories, telling stories, and bringing joy to those around her. A faithful member of Crowders Mountain Baptist Church, she also dedicated many years to serving her community through Gaston Hospice and volunteering at a Greenhouse Ministries thrift store in Murfreesboro, TN whose proceeds supported charitable causes.

She was a loving mother to three sons: the late Paul Dodson Jr., David Dodson (Becki), and the late Randy Dodson, and two step-sons, Don Harmon (Kat) and John Harmon (Gail). Margie leaves behind four grandchildren—Tiffini Lindsay, Brandon Dodson, Joshua Dodson, and Ariel Frame—as well as eight great-grandsons and many cherished nieces and nephews.

Margie is lovingly remembered by her younger sister, Jo Ann Snider, and was preceded in death by her three brothers: Jack Barnes, Jim Barnes, and Vernon Barnes.

Her warmth, humor, and generous spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

“And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest is love.” Corinthians 13:13

Visitation: Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM at Harris Funeral Home

Memorial Service: Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Pastor Larry Laws officiating

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02/26/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Frankie Hamrick Webster

Frankie Hamrick Webster, 80, of Kings Mountain, NC, went to be with the Lord on February 25, 2026 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia after a short battle with cancer. Born September 12, 1945 in Cleveland County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Frank Lamar Hamrick and Helen Patterson Hamrick and was also preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Norman Webster. Frankie spent years working as a substitute for Kings Mountain Schools, then went full-time in 1985 and began a rich career as bookkeeper at Kings Mountain High School in 1990. She was an exemplary employee of Kings Mountain Schools and Cleveland County Schools for decades and was a dedicated supporter of KMHS Mountaineers athletics. Frankie was given numerous awards for her devotion to Kings Mountain High School and was honored with a Lifetime Distinguished Service Award by the Kings Mountain Sports Hall of Fame in 2012. After retiring from the school system, she worked from 2019 until the week before her death at Harris Funeral Home, where she continued to serve community families in their times of need.

Frankie was a lifelong member of Patterson Grove Baptist Church, where she served faithfully in the nursery department and nurtured generations of community children. She was everyone's mom, for better and worse, and was known to love on and discipline any young people who came into her charge. Frankie was a Kings Mountain institution, plugged in to the community and always involved in something. She was a terrific, good-old Southern cook with too many specialties to list them all, but she always came equipped with a pitcher of sweet tea and any number of her delicious pies and cakes.

Frankie was the glue that held her family together. She hosted holidays at her house, cooked nearly everything, and always had the answer or the name or the phone number you might need. She and Norman took their family on annual summer beach trips and established and upheld numerous family traditions that carry through to this day. Of all her various titles and roles, Frankie's most cherished were these: faithful wife, loving Mama, doting Nana, and beloved friend. She was one of a kind, a force of nature, irreplaceable. Warm, fond memories of Frankie's life and love will comfort those she leaves behind for the rest of their days.

SURVIVORS: Children: Beth Wease and husband, Billy, and Brian Webster and wife, Jennifer, all of Kings Mountain
Sister: Ann Hall of Kings Mountain
Grandchildren: Garrett Wease (Baylee) of Kings Mountain, Emily Heffron (Troy) of Kings Mountain, Olivia Basile (Griffin) of Cu***ng, GA, Johnathon Webster (Erin) of Kings Mountain, Ethan Wease (Mackenzie) of Kings Mountain, and Abby Webster of Kings Mountain
Great-grandchildren: Carter Heffron, Avery Heffron, Poppy Wease, and Jesse Wease, with another great-granddaughter on the way
Frankie is also survived by nieces Kelly Bullock and Kim Goodson, who were like daughters to her, along with numerous other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, a host of siblings-in-law, and a number of beloved cousins and other relatives. She also leaves behind lifetime friends Johnny and Sandy Jones and Sadie Patterson and her late husband, Gilbert.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. at Patterson Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Brad Bridges officiating

VISITATION: Saturday, February 28, 2026, prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:50 P.M. in the sanctuary at Patterson Grove Baptist Church.

INTERMENT: Patterson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

MEMORIALS: Donations in Frankie's memory may be made to Patterson Grove Baptist Church at 301 Oak Grove Rd., Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or online at www.pgbckm.org or to Kings Mountain Touchdown Club at P.O. Box 2017, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, designated: "In Memory of Frankie Webster." Funds donated in Frankie's memory will be split between softball and volleyball, two sports she was very passionate about.

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

02/12/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Kimberly McDaniel Houston

On February 10, 2026, Kimberly McDaniel Houston's eyes closed and she danced into eternity with her Lord and Savior. She knew she was finally home! Kimberly, 45, was born June 13, 1980 in Cleveland County, NC, to Larry and Ann Putnam McDaniel and was preceded in death by her grandparents Hoyle and Lydia Putnam and Dot and Dennis McDaniel. Kimberly loved Christ and people, and her life was a testament to that fact. After graduating from Kings Mountain High School and then Appalachian State University, she spent her career serving in the mental health field, most recently working for more than a decade at Partners Health Management.

A lifelong member of Patterson Grove Baptist Church, Kimberly accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior at an early age. She was always mission-minded, having done outreach work numerous times both close to home and abroad. She served as the Acteens leader for several generations of girls growing up at Patterson Grove, where she educated, facilitated trips and events, and formed lifetime bonds.

Kimberly was a great cook. She showed her care for others not just in preparing meals for them, but by memorizing their favorites and anticipating their requests. She was a joyful soul with a magnetic personality and an infectious laugh. She was a loving mother, a devoted wife, and a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Kimberly's servant heart shone through in everything she did and although she will be missed dearly by her friends and family, everyone who knew and loved her is better for it.

SURVIVORS: Husband of 13 years: Mike Houston
Son: Keyon Houston, of the home
Parents: Larry and Ann McDaniel, of Kings Mountain
Siblings: Lee McDaniel (Michelle) of Belen, NM and Cale McDaniel (Jada) of Kings Mountain
Kimberly is also survived by her beloved nephews Ryan McDaniel, Derek McDaniel, Bryson McDaniel, Stetson McDaniel, and niece Lucianna McDaniel.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. at Patterson Grove Baptist Church with Revs. David Webb and Brad Bridges officiating

VISITATION: Sunday, February 22, 2026, prior to the service from 2:00 to 3:50 P.M. at Patterson Grove Baptist Church

INTERMENT: Patterson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery

MEMORIALS: Donations in Kimberly's memory may be made to The Woman in Pink at www.thewomaninpink.com/donations/

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