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01/01/2026

Barney Lawrence Brookshire
December 13, 1956 - December 24, 2025

Barney Lawrence Brookshire, 69, passed away on December 24th, 2025, at his home in Ponce Inlet, Florida. Barney was born in Taylorsville, North Carolina, on December 13th, 1956, to Samuel and Lillian (Zachary) Brookshire.
Barney was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, James (Jim) Brookshire, and is survived by his two daughters, Kimberly Brookshire of Phoenix, Arizona, and Alyson Brookshire Goldby (married to Alexander Goldby) of Happy Valley, Hong Kong, and by his son, Jonathan Brookshire of Hickory, NC. He is also preceded by his grandson, Henry Goldby.
A graduate of Alexander Central High School and a passionate golfer, Barney furthered his studies at Brevard College. He was the owner and operator of Ride with Pride Car Wash and had a deep appreciation for fast cars and thrilling air shows. His adventurous spirit led him to travel and scuba dive alongside family and friends.
In loving memory, we find solace in the memories shared. We honor Barney's life, which was rich with love, laughter, and countless unforgettable experiences.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the James Brookshire Memorial Scholarship at Brevard College. Donation · Brevard College · GiveCampus
The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until 3:30 p.m., Sunday, January 4, 20226, at Adams Funeral Home.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Barney Lawrence Brookshire.

12/31/2025

Celebrating the Life of Billie DeHart Moore

Billie DeHart Moore, 75, of Taylorsville, passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, surrounded by love.
Born August 29, 1950, to Arthur and Lexie McMahan DeHart, Billie lived a life rooted in care, kindness, and quiet strength. She worked for Hancock & Moore, volunteered generously with Alexander County Rescue Squad as an EMT, and always made time for the things that brought her joy—books, animals, and her beloved family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Moore. Left to cherish her memories include her daughters: Brandy Moore of Concord, Crystal Lackey (Garry) of Bethlehem, Tammy Yancey (Mark) of Maiden, and Cindy Moore. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren, Tina "Michelle" Huggler, Kristin Byrd, Elexus Coyle, Skyleigha Coyle, Logan Moore; her great-grandchildren, Evee Brown, Jacob Brown, Kristina Mitchum, Isabella Mitchum, Alyssia Mitchum, Sebastian Huggler, Jade Huggler, Ellie Baver, Jaxson Baver, Gwenevere Byrd, Amara Byrd, Ariana Byrd, and her great-great-grandchild, Eden Mounts.
She is also remembered by her sister, Beatrice Fones of Virginia and her niece, Tina Williams.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. James Smith officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital—an organization close to Billie’s heart.
Her story is one of quiet devotion, gentle humor, and fierce love. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Billie DeHart Moore.

12/30/2025

Judy Carrigan Treadway, age 78, of Taylorsville, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center.
Judy was born March 1, 1947, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Monroe Carrigan and Dorothy Loudermelk Carrigan.
Judy was a member of Taylorsville Church of God, where she enjoyed all church activities. She enjoyed sewing, when her health permitted. She loved her flowers, church, and her family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Including her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of almost 59 years, Rom “Junior” Treadway.
Those left to cherish and honor Judy’s memories include: her daughter, Abby Deal (Terry) of Taylorsville; her son, Tad Treadway (Amy) of Taylorsville; her grandchildren, Emily Jensen (Dani), Katrina Honeycutt (Chris), Ryan Treadway and fiancé, Brooklyn, Cole Treadway; her great-grandchildren, Addison, Brooklyn, Harper, River, Ella; her sister, Ann Mecimore (Kenneth) of Taylorsville; her nephew, Eric Mecimore; and many other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m., Saturday, January 3, 2026, at the Taylorsville Church of God. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor Mark Albertino officiating. Burial will follow in the Little River Baptist Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers include: Ryan Treadway, Cole Treadway, Chris Honeycutt, Nick Childers, Mack Campbell, and Chase Adams.
Memorials may be made to: Carolina Caring-Susan G. Komen Fund.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Judy Carrigan Treadway.

12/30/2025

James Ray “Jimmy” Crawford, age 77, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory after a period of declining health.
Jimmy was born on July 24, 1948, in Rutherford County to Jay Crawford and Clariene Bridges Crawford. He graduated from Rutherfordton-Spindale Central High School in 1966 and from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1970 with a degree in political science. He served in the U.S. Army from 1970-1972.
Jimmy spent his career in finance, but his passion was in working the earth and growing green things. For nearly 40 years his family maintained a small farm in the Bethlehem community with acres of garden and dozens of fruit trees. While he loved all fresh produce, he was particularly passionate about sweet corn and tomatoes, trying new varieties of watermelons and cantaloupes, and harvesting his apples to make apple cider. His fields and fruit trees often produced a bounty much larger than his family could use and he took great joy in sharing with friends.
Jimmy was a member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. He was an avid reader, enjoying a wide variety of material ranging from history to science fiction to Bible studies. He was also a devoted fan of UNC athletics who made sure never to miss a football, basketball, or baseball game.
Jimmy is survived by his son, Michael Crawford of Hickory; brothers, David (Teresa) Crawford of Shelby, Ronnie Crawford of Vale, and Danny (Doreen) Crawford of Vale; and sister, Susan (Jay) Edwards of Browns Summit. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Joann Crawford, his parents, and brother, Tommy Crawford.
The family will receive friends at St. Luke’s U.M.C., 52 16th Ave. NW, Hickory on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A family led celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 PM; the service will also be streamed on the St. Luke’s U.M.C page. Jimmy’s ashes will be interred at St. Luke’s following the service.
Donations in his memory may be sent to the Joann Crawford Scholarship Fund, 148 Cedar Woods Rd., Taylorsville, NC 28681; or to Helene Disaster Recovery c/o St. Luke’s U.M.C., 52 16th Ave. NW, Hickory, NC 28601.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of James Ray “Jimmy” Crawford.

12/29/2025

Calvin Brucke, age 71, of Conover, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at his home surrounded by family.
Calvin was born July 1, 1954, in Dade County, FL, the son of the late Mack McClure Brucke and Mary Lucille McCall Brucke.
Calvin helped organize Thomas Street Church of God in Stony Point and also Fellowship Community Church in Hickory. He enjoyed reading his Bible, loved his family and enjoyed time spent with them. He loved riding his two grandsons on the golf cart most of all.
Including his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Calvin Wesley Brucke and a brother, Curtis Brucke.
Those left to cherish and honor Calvin’s memories include: his wife of almost 50 years, Darlene Pearson Brucke of the home; his daughter, Wendy McCall (Keith) of Conover; his grandsons, Wesley and Michael McCall; his sisters, Shelby Mahaffey (File) of Hiddenite, Maxine Penry (Robert) of Cleveland, NC; his brothers, Kenneth Brucke (Juanita) of Union Grove, Eddie Brucke of Monroe, James Roy Brucke of Cleveland, NC; sisters-in-laws, Rose Crouch (Billy), Betty Smith, Bernice Pearson, Barbara Pearson; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
The body will lie-in-state from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m., Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Adams Funeral Home.
A Graveside Service will be held at 3 p.m., Thursday, January 1, 2026, in the Thomas Street Church of God (Wesley Memorial Gardens). Pastor Eddie Reynolds and Pastor Ken Nelson will officiate.
Memorials may be made to: Wesley Memorial Gardens - Thomas Street Church of God, PO Box 133, Stony Point, NC 28678.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Calvin Brucke.

12/27/2025

Edward “Jr” Wright, age 72, of Taylorsville, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center.
Edward was born June 28, 1953, in Alexander County, the son of the late Luther Dula and Edna Allen Wright.
Edward had worked for Arthur C. James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio for over 30 years. He was a member of Liberty Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where he sang in all the choirs, Sunday school teacher, usher board, and member of the All Men’s Group. He loved basketball, dancing, shopping at the Goodwill store. He was friendly and was liked by all.
Including his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Edward “Eddie” Wright, Everett “Buzzie” Wright.
Those left to cherish and honor Edward’s memories include: his daughters, Qulisa Denise Wright of Whitehall, OH, Davis Marie Penn of Columbus, OH; his sons, Edward Dewayne Wright of Columbus, OH, Damon William Wright of CA; his grandchildren, Mark Wright, Qatrina Wright, Damon Wright, Jr., Columbus Wright, Quincey Collier, Cheryl Lynn Wright; his sisters, Norma Merith, Jacqueline Wright, Belinda Wilson, Antonia Shepherd, Pamela Glover, Stacey Wright; his brothers, Theodore Wright, Jerald Wright, Odell Dula; special friend, Maryellen McKeag; the Goodwill Staff; special cousins, (Larry and Francine Teague, Janice “Winky” Gilliam, Renay Zackery, whom he loved to travel back and forth to Columbus, Oh with), Laronya Teague, and Garfield Teague; and a number of other relatives and friends.
The family will have a memorial service at a later date.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Edward “Jr” Wright.

12/26/2025

Irene Moose Earp, age 88, of Hiddenite, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at her home.
Irene was born September 26, 1937, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Roby Dawson Moose and Mary Adams Moose.
Irene was a wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved God, going to church. She was a member of Wayfound Baptist Church for 40 years. She worked in furniture for 40 years until she retired from E. R. Carpenter of Taylorsville.
Irene loved to cook, gardening, and loved her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved her dogs, Cooper and Buddy.
Including her parents, she was preceded in death by: her husband of 63 years, Winfred “Red” Earp; a son, Robert Eugene Earp; grandson, David Brooks; son-in-law, Gary Trivette; four sisters and their husbands; six brother and their wives.
Those left to cherish and honor Irene’s memories include: her daughter, Sherry Earp Allen (Richard) of Hiddenite; her sister, Elaine Patterson (Dale) of Taylorsville; grandson, Brian Brooks (Agatha) of Stony Point; granddaughter, Pamela Cooper AL’azzam (Michael) of Taylorsville; seven great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that she loved very much.
The funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Wayfound Baptist Church. Pastor Tony Daniels and Speaker Michael “Cotton” White will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Pallbearers include: James Wesbrook, Brian Brooks, Chander Cooper, Ron Coley, Bradley Watson, and Brett Watson.
Honorary pallbearers include: Bobby Moose, Roy Dale Earp, and Danny Spears.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Carolina Caring Hospice Group (Conover), Shelby Earp (niece), James and Linda Westbrook and Agatha Brooks and Brian Brooks for the love and care that they had shown Irene.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Irene Moose Earp.

12/24/2025

Donnie Ray Flowers, age 68, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center, following a lengthy illness.
Donnie was born January 18, 1957, in Alexander County, the son of Bessie Flowers.
Donnie was a 1975 graduate of Alexander Central High School and spent much of his working life serving others, as a dietitian, a caregiver, and in the everyday ways that often matter most. He also enjoyed working with flowers, finding something steady and good in tending to what grows.
If you knew Donnie, you knew his humor, and you knew that laugh. It was infectious, the kind that showed up before the punchline and lingered after it, easing a room and reminding people they were not alone. When he was able, he had a quiet habit of showing up in practical ways: offering rides, helping people get where they needed to go, and doing what he could with what he had.
Donnie was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Eubert (Della) Flowers; his brother, Raymond Flowers; his sister, Linda Denise Flowers; his special cousin, Allen Flowers; and his uncles, J.D. Campfield and Tommy Gore.
Those left to cherish Donnie’s memories include: his mother, Bessie Flowers; his brother, Duncan Flowers; his sister, Eugenia Flowers Davis (Sherman Davis); his aunt, Mary Flowers Gore; special great-nephews, Dreyshon Abarado, Lupe Abarado, Gideon Hunter, Zephaniah Flowers; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family who will carry his memory forward with love.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at Adams Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. in the Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Sterling Howard-Officiating and Rev. William Little-Eulogist. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Home FBH Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Donnie Ray Flowers.

12/19/2025

Jack Lavon Gray, Sr., age 66, of Lincolnton, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his home.
Jack was born February 6, 1959, in Mecklenburg County, the son of the late Willie and Betty Gray.
Jack served in the National Guard for 10 years and had worked as a framer in the furniture industry. He enjoyed working in the yard, and was big Pittsburg Steelers fan. He also loved his grandchildren and furry friends, Buddy and Tiny.
Those left to cherish and honor Jack’s memories include: his wife, Toni Reynolds Gray; his daughter, Aleta Gray Towe (David) of Taylorsville; his son, Jack Gray, Jr. (Crystal) of Stony Point; his grandchildren, Jasmyn Baker, Maddison Rickman, Tanner Towe, Kirstyn Towe, Bryleigh Gray, Coraleigh Gray; his great-grandchildren, Kinley Baker, Kashtin Baker, Parker Rickman, Rhett Towe, and one on the way, Daniel Rickman; his sisters, Brenda Johnson (Garry) of Catawba, Linda Gray of New Mexico; his brothers, Mike Gray of Mint Hill, Willie Gray of Locust, NC; and a number of other relatives.
No services are planned at this time.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Jack Lavon Gray, Sr.

12/19/2025

Modean Icenhour Burgess, 80, of Hiddenite, began her eternal life with Jesus on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Modean was born February 4, 1945, in Taylorsville, the daughter of the late Vela and Newell Icenhour.
Modean was a retired hairdresser who devoted 40 years to her profession, serving her clients with care and dedication. She was a faithful member of Mt. Nebo Baptist Church in Hiddenite, where she lovingly served as church secretary for 26 years. Modean found great joy in singing with the church choir and was an active member of the Lemonade Ladies, a beloved fellowship group for widows that held a special place in her heart. She enjoyed reading, tending to her flower gardens, cooking, and sewing, but above all else, Modean loved Jesus and her family. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life and guided everything she did. She consistently went above and beyond to care for her family, offering love, support, and encouragement in countless ways. Modean had a special gift for making others feel remembered and cherished, never missing an opportunity to send a card for a birthday, illness, or time of bereavement. She cared deeply for everyone she knew, and her kindness left a lasting impression on all who were blessed to know her. Her greatest pride and joy were her great-granddaughters, whose presence could always bring a smile to her face, even on her most difficult days. She will be missed dearly.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years, James Larry Burgess; her infant son, Randy Wayne Burgess; her brothers, Grayden Warren, Clay Warren, Bobby Joe Warren, and David Icenhour; and her sisters-in-law, Betty Warren and Sarah Warren.
Those left to cherish and honor her memories include: her daughter, Connie Keller and husband, Randy Keller of Conover; her granddaughter, Christy Johnson and husband, Matthew Johnson of Charlotte; her great-granddaughters, Sadie Johnson and Sofie Johnson; her sister, Alice Sherrill of Conover; her sisters-in-law, Rushie Warren and Elizabeth Icenhour, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A service celebrating the life of Modean Burgess will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 3 p.m. at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church. The service will be officiated by Reverend Brian Eades, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Nebo Baptist Church: Lemonade Ladies.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Modean Icenhour Burgess.

12/16/2025

James R. Ferguson of Taylorsville, NC passed away Dec. 14, 2025 with family around him. Jim lived his early life in Liledoun and later in Wittenburg on Lake Hickory. He was proceeded in death by his parents Raymond Stanley Ferguson and Sue Ramsey Johnston Ferguson of Liledoun. His survivors include his wife, Dottie Warren Ferguson and his son and stepson, James Ross Ferguson and wife Katie, and William Woodrow Elder and wife Jennifer. Grandchildren include Will Elder and Jenna Elder; and, his sister, Laura Faucette along with her children, Elizabeth and William.
Jim was very proud of his Presbyterian faith and background. He was a quiet man of few words. Family, friends, his critters and dogs, Abby and Bonnie, meant the world to him.
Jim graduated from NC State University with a degree in mechanical engineering and then attended UNC where he received his MBA degree. Years later, he served on the math and science foundation at NC State. One of his first jobs was with Superior Cable in Hickory. They transferred him to the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas, where he was plant manager for several years before returning to Hickory and opening his own business. Self-employment was where he was always happiest.
He was an avid British car fan. In 2009 he was awarded the best MGA 1500 of the year by the National MGA registry at a show in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He bought his 1959 MGA in boxes and built it from the ground up. His other British car is a Riley Elf.
Jim hosted several British car events. One was the national event in Asheville, North Carolina, and a couple others were with the Key West British Car Club in Key West. Jim enjoyed travel and was lucky to tour the United States and Canada in his MGA, and he was also able to travel throughout Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. His wife and family will dearly miss his presence and hope to be reunited with him in heaven.
Donations in his honor can be made to Reformation Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice.
No services are planned at this time.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of James R. Ferguson.

12/12/2025

Diane Georgia Diedrich Myers, age 89, of Bethlehem, NC, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at her home.
Diane was born in Huntington, WV on August 20, 1936, to parents George Jacob and Diane Rebecca Diedrich but grew up in Richmond, VA. She was nearly 6ft tall in high school, and was 1st string girls’ basketball player that won 4 consecutive all-state championships. Her athleticism was also seen on the tennis courts where she, at age 16, teamed up with her future husband (also age 16) to form a formidable team, she from the back court and he from the net.
After high school, Daine attended the Medical College of Virginia and achieved a dual RN and BS degree. She worked several years in the psychiatric unit of the medical school until September 6, 1958, when she married her childhood sweetheart George Patrick (Pat) Myers. Diane and Pat then went to Anchorage, Alaska, where she performed general duty nursing. On returning from Alaska, Diane and Pat began their family. Patrick Erickson Myers, born April 1963, Georgia Anna Myers, born June 1965, John Gunar Myers, born January 1967. For the next 22 years, Diane was devoted to being the consummate mother, she instilled in her children an excitement and joy in learning from exposure to literature, the arts, music, all things nature and the gratification of knowledge and holding close, loving relationships with their siblings, peers, family and friends.
Diane returned to nursing at Tayler Manor Psychiatric Hospital in Baltimore, MD for 10 years before retiring and moving to Bethlehem, NC. Diane was a skilled artist and a master gardener. She once referred to her 20-acre Bethlehem home as a pallet board for her plans for the trees, flowers, shrubs and vegetable gardens she would come to plant. Diane was a voracious reader of mostly nonfiction and collector of films of all genres. Her wide-ranging interest and natural empathy made her an excellent listener. A friend once said she was the best listener he had ever known. Both friends and family sought her non-judgmental views and support.
Those that preceded Diane in death, in addition to her parents, are her son Eric, her sister Karen Gardner, brothers-in-law Dr. John Myers and David Maupin.
Those that remain to treasure her life and memory are her husband Pat, her children Georgia in Richmond, VA and Gunar at the home, grandchild Malila Myers in Philadelphia, PA, brother-in-law Dr. James Gardner in Abingdon, VA, and sisters-in-law June Myers in Virginia Beach, VA, and Jane Maupin in Taylorsville, NC. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews.
A Gathering of Family and Friends will be from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Adams Funeral Home in Taylorsville, NC.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Diane’s favorite charity, HEIFER International or to a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Diane Georgia Diedrich Myers.

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