OBITUARY: Ralph Eugene Christie Sr.

OBITUARY: Ralph Eugene Christie Sr.

Ralph Eugene Christie Sr., 89, of Salisbury, N.C., passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Ralph was born April 27, 1936 in Rowan County, N.C. to the late James Grady Christie and Alma Elizabeth Graham Christie. He owned...
OBITUARY: Nicholas Donald Briggs III

OBITUARY: Nicholas Donald Briggs III

Nicholas Donald Briggs III, 81 of Whittier, N.C., passed away to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. He faithfully served his country during the Vietnam War, where his bravery earned him the Bronze Star Medal and several other distinguished honors. Nick’s...
OBITUARY: Thomas Keith Parker

OBITUARY: Thomas Keith Parker

Thomas Keith Parker, “Tom” as he was better known, age 81, of the Wolftown Community in Cherokee, N.C., passed away on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, after an extended illness. Tom was the son of the late Ben and Flora Lambert Parker. In addition to his parents, he was...
OBITUARY: Thomas Keith Parker

OBITUARY: Roger “Poncho” Ballard Jr.

Roger “Poncho” Ballard Jr., 67, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, after a long illness. Surrounded by love, he was joyfully reunited with his precious grandson, Kobe Gavin, whom he loved and missed with all his heart. Born in Charlotte,...
OBITUARY: Jeremiah Taylor

OBITUARY: Jeremiah Taylor

Jeremiah Taylor, age 63, of the Big Cove Community, Cherokee, N.C., passed away on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, at his residence after a period of declining health. Jeremiah was an avid sports fan, supporting the Cherokee Braves and Florida State. An outdoor enthusiast, he...