B. Anne Donovan of Eagle Rock, VA died on Friday, 12 JAN 2024 surrounded by her family following a brief illness. She was born in Charlotte, NC, daughter of the late L. Deck and Bettie Waddell Taylor. She was preceded in death by her husband Reverend David R. Donovan, her sister Judy Cahoon and her brother Jimmy “Moon” Taylor. She is survived by her children Missy Donovan Fonseca (Meli, Gaby) of Gastonia, NC, Suzy Donovan Welch (Deane, Taylor) of Salem, VA, and Christopher D....

Wesley Carroll Coggins, known to his loved ones as Paw Paw, peacefully completed his journey on December 13, 2023, in Gastonia, North Carolina, at the age of 77. He was born on March 28, 1946, in Gastonia, NC, to his parents Vinnie Lee Coggins and Fred John Coggins. Wesley's life was a testament to humility, gratitude, and respect for all of creation. He approached each day with a deep reverence for the blessings bestowed upon him and lived a life rooted in faith and love. He was...

David Alan Edwards, 59, of Gastonia, NC, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born April 17, 1964, in Charlotte, North Carolina, to David Samuel Edwards and Juanita Privette Edwards.  David’s passion was painting. He owned and ran Rite-Way Painting, his professional commercial and residential painting company for over 27 years. One of his greatest joys was spending time with his family, especially his two granddaughters with whom he loved...