Jenkins Funeral Home

03/16/2026

Jeanette Cora Bita

Jeanette Cora Bita, 82 years of age, passed away March 14, 2026, after battling dementia. She was born July 1, 1943, in Virginia. Her childhood was spent in Cleveland, OH; she and her husband Costica raised their family in Lakewood, OH; later they retired to the shores of Lake Erie in Lorain, OH. After her husband's passing, to be closer to family, she returned south, to North Carolina. Jeanette was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, niece, and...

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03/16/2026

Todd Lee Robbins

Todd Lee Robbins, 49, of Claremont died Sunday, March 15, 2026 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born October 19th, 1976 he was the son of Richard Robbins and Clara Roberts Robbins. His wife, Chelsea Robbins; his six children, Ivie Robbins, Jackson Robbins, Jarrett Robbins, Audrina Robbins, Malachi Robbins and Radford Robbins; his mother, Clara Robbins; his sister, Lori Houston (Andy) and numerous nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins survive him. His father preceded him in death. The memorial service will...

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03/14/2026

There are many different things to do with the flowers after an end of life celebration. How have you used the flowers? Share in the comments below!

03/12/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Ada! 🎉

We would like to wish Ada a very happy birthday! As one of the managers at Jenkins Funeral Home, Ada brings dedication, compassion, and strong leadership to our team every day.

We are grateful for all she does for the families we serve and for our staff. Wishing her a wonderful birthday and a fantastic year ahead! 🎂✨

03/11/2026

Shoua Vang

Shoua Vang, age 41, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026 surrounded by his loving fmaily. He was born February 26, 1985 to Chang and Phoua. He was a devoted husband, loving father and cherished brother and friend. Shoua was known as a man of integrity, committment and passion. He loved the simple things in life and spending time with his family. Shoua will be deeply missed by his wife, Mao, Children, Landon and Cade and all who knew him. He...

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03/11/2026

Todd Anthony Propst

Todd Anthony Propst, 57, of Claremont, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home. He was born January 15, 1969, in Catawba County, North Carolina. Todd worked as a handyman and was known for making people laugh. He always had a smile and enjoyed bringing joy to those around him. Those left to cherish his memory include his mother, Linda Price; brother, Paul Stephen Price, II; sister, Tracy Carol Price; girlfriend, Jennifer Foster; two aunts, Annette P. Hamrick and...

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03/11/2026

Dan Ray Timmerman Jr.

Dan Ray Timmerman Jr., 46, of Conover passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Born May 28th, 1979, he was the son of Dan Ray Timmerman Sr. and Paula Killian Timmerman. He served as President of Timmerman Manufacturing since 2001. Dan was an Eagle Scout, and he graduated Magna Cum Laude from Appalachian State University in 2001. He also served as a director of Peoples Bank of Newton and was a member of...

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03/10/2026

Jenkins Funeral Home was honored to host the March Senior Information Resources, Inc. (SIR) Networking Lunch in our Celebration Center.
We were grateful to welcome guest speakers Lindsey Mull and Denise Young with the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Foundation who shared about the impact of Alzheimer’s and the importance of community support.
Thank you to everyone who attended for the wonderful turnout and meaningful conversation.

03/10/2026

Sharon Childers Watson

Sharon Childers Watson, 87, of Hickory, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at her home. Born June 2, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Harry Dane Childers and Edith Whitener Childers. Sharon was a lifelong and devoted member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, where her faith and presence were a steady part of the community for many years. She worked as a church secretary for West Hickory Baptist Church for 28 years. Sharon had a deep appreciation...

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03/10/2026

Women in Funeral Service Spotlight

During Women's History Month, we are proud to highlight the dedicated women who serve families in our community with compassion and professionalism.

Today we recognize Sarah Yelton, a licensed funeral director at Jenkins Funeral Home. Sarah is known for her warm heart, gentle guidance, and dedication to helping families navigate difficult moments with care and respect.

In addition to serving families through her work in funeral service, Sarah also gives back to our community as a volunteer at The Corner Table, helping support neighbors in need.

We are grateful for Sarah’s servant’s heart and the compassion she brings to both the families we serve and our community.

Thank you, Sarah, for the difference you make every day.

03/09/2026

Betty Jean Schronce

Betty Jean Rumfelt Schronce, 91, of Maiden, North Carolina, died peacefully on March 8, 2026 at The Greens at Hickory. Betty was born on September 9, 1934 to Ida Biddix and Andrew Rumfelt. She grew up in Marion, North Carolina, and acquired a life-long spirit of determination and perseverance from her mother and a love of sewing and tending plants of all kinds from her paternal grandmother, Nancy Susanna Davis. In 1955, Betty married the love of her life, Glenn...

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03/09/2026

Elbert Carey Ayres

Elbert Carey Ayres, age 83 of Vale, NC, passed away on March 6, 2026, at his home. Carey was born on May 14, 1942. He was the son of the late Elbert and Ruth Ayres. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara. He is survived by two sons, David Ayres and wife Jackie, and Benjamin Ayres; a daughter, Michelle Sain and husband Tom, and seven grandchildren, Hanna McKee (husband Granger McKee), Abby Ayres, Lyla Coponen (husband Nick Coponen),...

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