KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Clayton Lloyd Ollis, 55, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on August 19, 2020 at Atrium Cleveland in Shelby, NC.

He was born in Canton, Ohio. Clayton was preceded in death by his father, Walt Ollis. Clayton was born a March of Dimes baby and was not expected to live past one year.

Through God’s grace, Clayton was able to live a long and fulfilling life. He moved to Kings Mountain in 1977 where he attended and graduated Kings Mountain High School with honors. Clayton graduated from Mars Hill College in 1987 and entered Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1988 where he earned a Masters of Divinity in 1990.

Clayton lived to serve the Lord through music. He traveled to and lived in several cities while following his calling of ministry. Clayton was presently serving as the Minister of Music at Resurrection Lutheran Church, Kings Mountain, NC. He was a wonderful, strong willed man with a heart of gold. Clayton will be missed dearly by his loving family, many friends and the entire community. 

He is survived by his mother: Diana M. Ollis, Kings Mountain, NC; sisters: Ruth Lancaster and husband Steven, Susan Todd and husband Joe, and Janey Ollis, all of Kings Mountain, NC; nieces: Ashley Todd and Allison Wellmon, both of Kings Mountain, NC; nephews: Steven Lancaster and wife Jessica and children Jackson and Noah of Greenville and Jake Lancaster and wife Bree of Kings Mountain; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and church families.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date by Harris Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Clayton to Resurrection Lutheran Church at 600 Crescent Circle, Second Baptist Church at 120 Linwood Road or to Oak View Baptist Church at 1517 York Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Ruth Parker Beam, 103, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on August 22, 2020 at Summitt Place in Kings Mountain, NC.

Born in Cleveland County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Ambrose Andrew “Andy”Parker and Mary Buff Parker. She was also preceded in death by a number of brothers and sisters.

She was a graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne University. She taught first grade in the Kings Mountain School System for twenty years but began her teaching career in Key West, Florida.

She enjoyed traveling in the United States and abroad as well as doing all types of crafting, quilting, ceramics, and porcelain dolls. She was a long time participant at the Patrick Senior Center and volunteered there for many years. Ruth loved her church family, Kings Mountain Baptist Church, which she attended faithfully when she was able. 

She is survived by 1 son: Jerry Beam and wife Frances, Greenville, SC; 1 brother: Cecil Parker and numerous nieces and nephews

Her body lay in state at Harris Funeral Home, Tuesday, August 25, 2020 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. A private graveside was held.

Interment was held in Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery, Casar, NC

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Kings Mountain Baptist Church, PO Box 608, Kings Mountain, NC 28086; Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 6101 Ward Gap Rd, Casar, NC 28020 or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.
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CHARLOTTE, NC – On July 7, 2020, Jim Spivey passed away peacefully at home at the age of 92, ushered into his Lord and Savior’s presence to join his beloved wife, Butch. He was born on September 10, 1927 in Kings Mountain to Margaret Jane Stowe Spivey and Weaver Jerome Spivey. After a childhood in Kings Mountain and in Charlotte, Jim returned to Kings Mountain and graduated from Kings Mountain High School in 1945.

Jim entered the U.S. Merchant Marine service in 1945, and sailed between 1945-1947 to the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, to South America, and to the Netherlands. 

Jim attended Gardner-Webb College and received an Associate’s degree in 1949. Jim married Beulah Elizabeth Rhea of Kings Mountain on August 27, 1949 in Kings Mountain. They were married 70 years. 

Jim worked most of his career in the insurance adjusting and risk management fields providing risk management expertise to the city of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County and to other municipal and commercial entities. Jim earned a reputation as a well-respected, open and honest businessman, known to speak his mind and stand up for what he believed in. 

 He and Butch were active members of the Carmel Baptist Church in Charlotte since moving there in 1968. He and Butch enjoyed many travels in the North America, Europe, the South Pacific, Australia, and the Caribbean. 

Jim was ever-generous, loyal, disciplined, kind, stubborn, organized, honest, persistent, dedicated, passionate, and faithful. He was described by a friend as an exemplary Southern gentleman. He was a patriot, proud of his country, and grateful to God for the long life he lived, and hopeful that what he did with the time he was given on earth was done for good. 

Jim is preceded in death by his wife, Beulah Elizabeth Rhea “Butch” Spivey (1930-2019). He is survived by his six children, Jerry Spivey and wife, Jane, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Karen Spivey Dallas and husband, Walt, of Cary, North Carolina, Greg Spivey and wife, Helen, of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, Jeff Spivey and wife, Jeanie, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, Dana Spivey Mims of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Stowe Spivey and wife, Pam, of North Carolina, 11 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren. Jim and Butch were always very proud of their family.

Jim and Butch will be buried at the Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain and a grave side internment will be held there at 10 AM on July 18, 2020. Family will receive friends at 1 PM at McEwen Funeral Home - Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Rd., Charlotte, NC 28210 on Saturday, July 18, 2020, and a Memorial Service will be held there beginning at 2 PM. The Memorial service will also be available as a VIRTUAL service linked at the Facebook link on the McEwen website to be viewable live or as a recording.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Carmel Baptist Church Missions in Charlotte, Gardner-Webb University, Jim and Butch Spivey Dramatic Scholarship at Gardner-Webb University, or to Gideon’s International.

For full obituary and condolences, visit www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.
 

Kelvin “Buster” Reynolds, age 51, of Kings Mountain, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Gaston Memorial Hospital.

Kelvin was born March 24, 1969 in Cleveland County to the late William Walter Reynolds and Mary Couch Ezzell.

He worked in textiles for many years and most recently worked for Hound’s Campground in Kings Mountain. He enjoyed dirt track racing and was a music enthusiast. Kelvin was a very loyal, dependable, trustworthy friend and employee. He was a kindhearted and devoted family man. Kelvin will be missed by all who knew him. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Crystal Murks Reynolds.

Those left to cherish his memory include his sister, Nancy Detter (Ricky) and brother, Marvin Ezzell (Mialy) all of Kings Mountain; nieces, Brandy Wiley (Josh), Shera Davis and Carolyn Rhyne (Shannon); nephews, Logan and Adrian Ezzell; great-nieces and nephews, Sophia, William, Serenity, Shelby, Matthew, Lewis, Zander and several other family members and numerous friends.

A private celebration of Kelvin’s Life will be conducted for family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to https://www.gofundme.com/f/kelvin-quotbusterquot-quotwhalequot-reynolds-funeral-funds

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Thomas “Tom” Charles Harper died July 10, 2020 at his home.

A private celebration of life took place on July 16, 2020. 

Mr. Harper was born in Greenville, NC to the late Thomas Wilson Harper and Maude Plonk Harper. He graduated from Gaston College and attended Brevard College and UNC-Charlotte. He retired from Bartlett Nuclear, Inc. He was also previously employed by the City of Walhalla, Duke Power and John E. Jenkins, Inc. He was an avid tennis enthusiast and was a member of Spindle Tree Racquet Club for over twenty years.

Survivors include his wife, Frances D. Harper of the home; stepsons, Matthew (Jacqueline) Reynolds of Pendleton, SC and Micah Reynolds (Caitlin Payne) of Del Norte, CO; sisters, Susan (Gerard) Roche of Cramerton, NC; Mary Louise (James) Ware of Kings Mountain, NC; and Barbara Harper of Cramerton, NC; three step-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Epworth Children’s Home, PO Box 50466, Columbia, SC 29250; Hospice of the Foothills, 390 Keowee School Rd., Seneca, SC 29672; or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Keowee Funeral Service of Oconee is assisting the family.

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Janice Roberta Ross, 74, of Kings Mountain, passed away on July 08, 2020 at Atrium Main in Charlotte, NC. She was born in York County, SC, to late Robert Breakfield and Mary Lee Branham and was preceded in death by her husband of 20 years, Robert Ross. Janice was a member of Royal Praise Ministries for All People in Kings Mountain, NC. She was an avid traveler, loved going RVing with her companion Pete and taking train rides through the mountains. Janice enjoyed watching classic television and visiting flea markets. She enjoyed NASCAR and was a diehard Cowboys fan. Janice was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

She is survived by: son: Scott Bright and wife Stacie, Huntersville, NC; daughters: Susie Burket and husband Rick, Wilmington, NC, Leanne Phifer and husband, Roger and Carmen McKinney, both of Charlotte, NC; step-father: Lindsey Branham, Charlotte, NC; long time companion: Pete Lyles, Mooresville, NC; brother: Ronnie Moss and wife Cheryl, Charlotte, NC and Alex Moss, Columbia, SC; grandchildren: Hallie, Cameron, Lauren, Conner, Lacie and Brooke; great-grandchildren: Danika, Marshall, Cooper and Carter and a number of other loving family members

Graveside service was held on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 2:00 PM at Canaan United Methodist Church, Smyrna, SC officiated by Bishop Brady Jackson.

Memorials may be made to Royal Praise Ministries for All People at 2055 Shelby Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.
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CHARLOTTE, NC – On July 7, 2020, Jim Spivey passed away peacefully at home at the age of 92, ushered into his Lord and Savior’s presence to join his beloved wife, Butch. He was born on September 10, 1927 in Kings Mountain to Margaret Jane Stowe Spivey and Weaver Jerome Spivey. After a childhood in Kings Mountain and in Charlotte, Jim returned to Kings Mountain and graduated from Kings Mountain High School in 1945.

Jim entered the U.S. Merchant Marine service in 1945, and sailed between 1945-1947 to the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, to South America, and to the Netherlands. 

Jim attended Gardner-Webb College and received an Associate’s degree in 1949. Jim married Beulah Elizabeth Rhea of Kings Mountain on August 27, 1949 in Kings Mountain. They were married 70 years. 

Jim worked most of his career in the insurance adjusting and risk management fields providing risk management expertise to the city of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County and to other municipal and commercial entities. Jim earned a reputation as a well-respected, open and honest businessman, known to speak his mind and stand up for what he believed in. 

 He and Butch were active members of the Carmel Baptist Church in Charlotte since moving there in 1968. He and Butch enjoyed many travels in the North America, Europe, the South Pacific, Australia, and the Caribbean. 

Jim was ever-generous, loyal, disciplined, kind, stubborn, organized, honest, persistent, dedicated, passionate, and faithful. He was described by a friend as an exemplary Southern gentleman. He was a patriot, proud of his country, and grateful to God for the long life he lived, and hopeful that what he did with the time he was given on earth was done for good. 

Jim is preceded in death by his wife, Beulah Elizabeth Rhea “Butch” Spivey (1930-2019). He is survived by his six children, Jerry Spivey and wife, Jane, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Karen Spivey Dallas and husband, Walt, of Cary, North Carolina, Greg Spivey and wife, Helen, of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, Jeff Spivey and wife, Jeanie, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, Dana Spivey Mims of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Stowe Spivey and wife, Pam, of North Carolina, 11 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren. Jim and Butch were always very proud of their family.

Jim and Butch will be buried at the Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain and a grave side internment will be held there at 10 AM on July 18, 2020. Family will receive friends at 1 PM at McEwen Funeral Home - Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Rd., Charlotte, NC 28210 on Saturday, July 18, 2020, and a Memorial Service will be held there beginning at 2 PM. The Memorial service will also be available as a VIRTUAL service linked at the Facebook link on the McEwen website to be viewable live or as a recording.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Carmel Baptist Church Missions in Charlotte, Gardner-Webb University, Jim and Butch Spivey Dramatic Scholarship at Gardner-Webb University, or to Gideon’s International.

For full obituary and condolences, visit www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.

LaJolla, CA – George Anne (Georganna) Moss Marston passed away peacefully at home on March 31, 2020 after complications from several strokes. She was born on November 24, 1940 in Kings Mountain, NC to George Wingfield and Mae Sue Hord Moss, deceased. She was a resident of La Jolla, CA for many years.

George Anne made her debut at the Shelby Sub-Debutante Ball and in 1958 she graduated from Kings Mountain High School, where she was a valued member of the KMHS Band. During high school she won a coveted position at the Transylvania Music Camp in Brevard, NC. She attended Meredith College, Raleigh, NC and graduated from Winthrop College, Rock Hill, SC. She did graduate study in History at UNC, Chapel Hill, NC, and worked as an assistant to Dr. Arthur Larson, Professor of Law at Duke University, and worked in the Perkins Library there. In 1963 she married Edwin Lindsay Marston, Jr. The couple moved to NY and in 1964 she became a Librarian in the Reference Department for Citibank in New York City. After a move to La Jolla, CA and an amicable divorce, George Anne began a career at Pulse Engineering that lasted for almost 40 years. As Project Manager and Manager of Worldwide Inventory, she traveled overseas to France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Mexico City, China, Singapore, Thailand and Germany.

George Anne loved her family, returning to NC for many visits, weddings and funerals. From an early age she was an avid fan of UNC basketball and football, traveling to many games and following the UNC basketball team to appearances in March Madness and the Final Four. A special time was spent annually in Maui on a restful vacation and enjoying the Maui Classic, especially when the UNC team was a participant.

She was a former member of the 1st Presbyterian Church, Kings Mountain, NC and attended the La Jolla Presbyterian Church in CA.

She is survived by her husband, Tom Gallagher of La Jolla, CA; sisters, Susan Lee Moss Grigg (Glenn) of Raleigh, NC and Sara Nell Moss Hope (Tommy) of Cary, NC. Also surviving are nephews David and George Grigg (Ann), Lindsay Wright (Priscilla Myers) and nieces Laura Grigg Powell (Chris) and Sara Grigg Brame (William C. Jr.) Also surviving are three grandnephews, three grandnieces and many beloved cousins.

The family wishes to thank the rehabilitation staff at Scripps Encinitas and at Scripps ICU, and the hospice nurses for their help and kindness.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 18 at 2 p.m. in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC with Reverend Dr. Mac Schafer officiating. The family will speak with friends at the graveside immediately following the interment. In lieu of flowers please donate to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC and Greenwood Mortuary, San Diego, CA.

Deloris M. “Tencie” Rhea, 84, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 21, 2020 at Testa Hospice House in Kings Mountain.

She was born in Cleveland County, NC, to the late William J. “Dub” and Alice Sellers Eubanks and was preceded in death by her brother, Doug Eubanks.

Tencie was a longtime member of Central United Methodist Church. She retired after 20 years of service from the Kings Mountain National Military Park where she served as a Park Ranger and curator of the museum. Tencie was a licensed pilot for many years, a member of the Civil Air Patrol and a member of The Ninety-Nines, an organization of women pilots. She enjoyed working with pottery, creating stained glass and building furniture. Tencie was always active and loved working with her hands, gardening, building and laying brick. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be missed greatly by her family and loved ones.

She is survived by her husband of 64 years: Bud Rhea, of the home; sons: Scott Rhea, Holden Beach, NC and Monty Rhea, Kings Mountain, NC; daughters: Stacie Rhea (Glenn Carroll) and Julie Turner (Jeff), all of Kings Mountain, NC; grandchildren: Dane and Skyler Rhea, Clinton and Wesley Turner and Tucker Carroll; great-grandchild: Karmin Rhea; sister-in-law: Beth Eubanks and nieces Kelly Jones and Susan Falls.

The funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 10:00 AM at Mountain Rest Cemetery with Reverend Bruce Gwyn officiating.

The family will speak with friends immediately following the interment at the graveside.

Memorials may be made to Central United Methodist Church at 113 S. Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.