Juneteenth celebration to be held on June 24

By Loretta Cozart

Juneteenth is scheduled for Saturday June 24 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Deal Street Walking Track at 211 N. Cleveland Ave in Kings Mountain to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.

“Juneteenth is open to everybody,” said event organizer Katherine Pendergrass. “I hope the community comes out and joins us in celebrating during this fun filled community event. We will also have a DJ playing music.”

Celebration

Robert Ray Scism

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Robert Scism left this earth on June 18, 2023.

He was born in Kings Mountain on November 19, 1939, the eldest of three sons born to the late John Mearl and Evelyn Wright Scism. He was also preceded in death by beloved brother, Haskel Scism. He graduated from Bethware High School where he played basketball and baseball, and was elected President of the Class of 1958.

His Vice-President was his sweetheart and soon-tobe-bride Rebecca “Becky” Falls. As an adult, he was a dedicated and hard-working employee for Waldensian Bakeries and Foote Mineral Mining, and ultimately retired after 25 years as the Director of Facilities Maintenance for Kings Mountain District Schools.

In the prime of his life, Robert had many interests. He was a voracious reader, covering a wide variety of topics, and appreciated learning and sharing new information. He enjoyed spectator sports, especially Dodgers baseball, Redskins football, Hornets basketball, David Pearson/ NASCAR, and PGA golf tournaments.

Having been raised on a farm, working the soil was second nature to him and sharing fresh produce from a bountiful garden brought joy. Gradually, what began as a hobby grew into a small enterprise as he partnered with his recently retired father-in-law in farming over 100 acres in soybeans while still working his “day job.”

An activity Robert and Becky always enjoyed together was traveling, driving to the beach in the summer and the mountains in the fall. At some point, they added Florida to their list of favorite destinations, going multiple times each year.

Most notably, and the hobby which provided the most satisfaction, was golf. Over the years, he won many tournaments, both individually and in team events, and shot several holes-in-one. He delighted in introducing young players to the game, often giving away club sets and bags, and coaching their swing. He joked that he only played on the days ending in “y”.

Robert was also a man of faith, and his faith was evident in all aspects of his life. He was a longtime member and servant/leader of Patterson Grove Baptist Church, serving for many years as music director and deacon, and taught Sunday School for over 60 years. He believed in the power of prayer and throughout each day communed with his Lord, praying for his family, friends, and co-workers. Even in the last year, when his sickness robbed him of the ability to engage in conversation, he would eloquently pray aloud.

Surviving are his devoted wife of 64 years, Becky; children Roxanne Scism Bridges and husband John, Lynn Scism and wife Cam, and Carla Scism Parham; grandchildren Thomas Bridges and wife Laura, Elizabeth Bridges

Galloway and husband Ben, Rebekah Bridges, Sarah Scism, Josh Scism, Taylor Parham, Victoria Parham West and husband Ryan, and Julia Parham Griffith and husband Dakota; great-grandchildren Sophia Bridges, Charlotte and Benjamin Galloway, Jude, Kendrick, and Quinn Parham, Seamus and Finnley West; Brother Don Scism and wife Susan; Sister-in-law Ann Scism.

Lying in Repose: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel.

Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Patterson Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Tim Hendrick and Pastor David Webb officiating.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 2:50 PM prior to the service at Patterson Grove Family Life Center. Interment will be in Patterson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Memorials in Mr. Scism’s memory may be made to Patterson Grove Baptist Church Building Fund at 301 Oak Grove 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.

Connie Blanton Cain

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Connie Blanton Cain, 67, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 13, 2023 at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte, NC. She was born in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Harold D. Blanton and was preceded in death by her son, Kelby Burton and a brother, Eddie Blanton.

Connie worked in the textile industry for most of her life. She loved spending time with her grandchildren who were the center of her world. Connie possessed a green thumb and could grow any type of plant or flower. She spent many hours nursing plants back to health and helping them to flourish.

Connie liked to stay busy and enjoyed decorating for holidays. She was an avid animal lover, especially her beloved canine companions, Izzy, Abby, and Marley.

■ POLICE

ARRESTS

JUNE 7: Kristen Nicole Capps, 28, 426 Fulton Street, failure to appear, felony probation violation, no bond.

JUNE 10: Everett Franklin Cunningham, 41, 110 Stowe Acres, assault on female, no bond.

JUNE 10: Brittany Lynn Brakefield, 31, Belmont, simple assault, no bond.

JUNE 11: Crystal Michelle Bridges 45, Bessemer City, failure to appear, transported to Gaston County magistrate, $5,000 secured Bond.

INCIDENTS

JUNE 7: Walmart, Shelby Road, reported larceny of over $100 in merchandise.

JUNE 7: Walgreens, 601 East King Street, reported larceny of various types of merchandise.

JUNE 9: McCall Brothers, Charlotte, reported fraudulent use of credit/ debit cards.

JUNE 9: Dollar General, Shelby Road, reported larceny of laundry detergent.

JUNE 9: Walgreens, E. King Street, reported larceny of Arctic zone cooler.

JUNE 13: A resident of Asheboro reported that his vehicle was broken into on Holiday inn Drive and cash and a semi-automatic handgun taken.

JUNE 13: A resident of St. Cloud, Florida reported that his vehicle was broken

Peggy Cloninger Harmon

CONOVER, NC – Peggy Cloninger Harmon, 90, of Conover, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at Carolina Caring Hospice in Newton.

A native of Cleveland County, Peggy was born on January 11, 1933, the daughter of the late Laben June Cloninger and Flossie Simmons Cloninger.

She graduated from Kings Mountain High School, Class of ‘51, and grew up attending Macedonia Baptist Church.

On September 15, 1957, she married William Erskine Harmon and they had 3 sons, Wm. Brett Harmon of Conover, Todd C. Harmon of Greensboro and Edward H. ‘Eddie’ of Kannapolis; 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Also surviving are her brother, Reece Cloninger, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by siblings James W. Cloninger, Joyce C. Haynes, Hazel E. Cloninger, Dorothy C. Goforth, Earl Cloninger, Flossie Z. ‘Dutch’ Cloninger, Betty C. Smith, Bobby J. Cloninger, and Annie C. Frederick.

A graveside service was held on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 12:00 noon at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Rev. Daniel McGee officiated. The family received friends following the service.

Condolences may be sent to the Harmon family at www.bennettfuneralservice.com

The Harmon family is in the care of Bennett Funeral Service of Newton, 828465-2111 into on Woodlake Parkway and two laptop computers and window damage to his vehicle estimated at more than $6,000.

She was a wonderful daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Her kindness, love, and spirit will be dearly missed by everyone whose life she impacted in some special way. She is survived by her daughters: Carol Spencer (Kevin), Kings Mountain, NC and Kimberly Thornburg (Joshua Marcum), Mooresboro, NC; mother: Dixie Blanton, Kings Mountain, NC; grandchildren: Aryka Roberts, Roderick Roberts II, Hanna Allen, Jesse Marcum, and Jayden Marcum; siblings: Chris Blanton (Terri), Cuyahoga Falls, OH, Michael Blanton (Janice), Matthews, NC, Ann Blanton, Kings Mountain, NC, and Keith Blanton (Evelyn Harris), Matthews, NC.

Memorial service was held on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 2:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Reverend Dr. Steve Taylor officiating Visitation was held on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home.

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

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

WRECKS

MAY 28: Officer Herndon said Carl Lee Roseboro, 1050 Mountain Crest Drive, operating a 2015 Ram, was driving through the parking lot at Kentucky Fried Chicken on E. King Street and his vision was obstructed by the A-post in his vehicle causing him to hit the concrete barrier that is around the bottom of the light pole. Property damage was estimated at $2,500.

JUNE 1: Officer Dee said Jennifer Rhoden, Kings Mountain, was on foot traveling west across NC 161 and was struck by a 2006 Nissan operated by Danielle Lee Walker, 612 Charles Street 22. Dee said the pedestrian was wearing dark clothing in a poorly lit area and she and a man were looking at their phone at the time of the impact. Rhoden was transported to Atrium Kings Mountain. Walker was cited for no liability insurance. Property damage was estimated at $1,000.

JUNE 8: Officer Rochford said Terry Lee Keeter, 605 Chestnut Ridge Church Road, operating a 2011 Chevrolet, rear-ended a 1990 Dodge operated by Faye Rigdon, 717 Gantt Street. Keeter was leaving

Road to turn left on NC 161 South and Rigdon, traveling north on NC 161, was turning right into the parking lot. Property damage was estimated at $2,500.

JUNE 10: Officer Cooke said Austyn White, Bessemer City, operating a 2007 Ford, was exiting the parking lot at Tobacco Barn onto Linwood Road eastbound. Sherika Williams, 110 Cambridge Oaks Circle 201, was traveling east on Linwood Road. Williams’ 2012 Merz was struck by White merging onto Linwood Road. Property damage was estimated at $2,000.

JUNE 11: Officer Butler said Aaron Young, Marietta, GA, operating a 2011 Toyota, and Shannon Lee Lemmons, 345 Dixon School Road, operating a 2011 Dodge, were traveling on I-85 south and Young was changing from the right lane to the left lane and hit the Dodge. Property damage was estimated at $2,500.

JUNE 11: Officer Herndon said Vivian Daniels, Grover, operating a 2013 Cadillac, and Earl Wayne Worcester, 401 Chestnut Street, operating a 2011 Nissan, were traveling on US 74 Business. Daniels said Worcester changed lanes and his Nissan struck her Cadillac. Worcester said he signaled to change

Come fall in love with an adoptable CARE dog at the Kings Mountain Farmers' Market this Saturday, June 24, 8 am to 12 pm.

The KM Farmers' Market is located downtown at S Battleground Avenue. Come hang out and pet some wonderful pooches while shopping locally and friendly.

Clifford's Army Rescue will be there with some of their adoptable dogs for you to meet.

Police

From Page 2A lanes but did not see the Daniels vehicle beside him and hit the right side of the Cadillac. Property damage was estimated at $8,000.

CITATIONS

JUNE 3: Jonathan Gary

Oliver, 48, 450 Dixon School Road, driving on revoked driver’s license, expired tag.

JUNE 4: Hershel Davis Jr., Green Meadows Drive, driving on a revoked driver’s license.

JUNE 7: Demetrie

Turner, 29, S. Battleground Avenue, expired tag, driving on a revoked driver’s license.

June 7: Donald Wayne Spencer Jr., 40, Hardin Drive, no operator’s li- cense, expired tag, no vehicle inspection.

JUNE 8: Shavone Green, 45, N. Piedmont Avenue, no liability insurance, no vehicle inspection.

JUNE 9: Keith Robert Stone, 37, Chestnut Ridge Church Road, speeding.

JUNE 9: Destiny Hush, Shelby, driving on a revoked driver’s license.

JUNE 9: Victoria Wilkins, 24, Belcaro Drive, expired tag, no vehicle inspection.

JUNE 9: Benjamin Douglas Bridges, 19, Crescent Circle, driving on a revoked driver’s license, no attached numbered plate, no registration, fictitious tag. No vehicle insurance.

JUNE 10: Kelvie Brooks, Bridges Street, speeding.

JUNE 10: Wesley Thompson, 48, Brooklee

Drive, driving on a revoked driver’s license.

June 10: Soto Velasquez Royel Onofire, 22, Bridgeville, DE., speeding.

JUNE 10: Ellieger Zapata Paroda, 50, Country Creek Drive, no number plate, no operator’s license.

JUNE 10: Michael Lynn Winstead, 61, Bridges drive, no liability insurance, failure to display numbered tag on vehicle.

JUNE 11; Brenda Dennis, 55, Gastonia, expired tag, no vehicle inspection.

JUNE 11: Damion Edwards II, Fort Washington, MD, speeding.

JUNE 11; Dillon Hall, 26, Bessemer City, no vehicle registration.

JUNE 11: Alina Marcella Drafton, 25, Charlotte, speeding.

CCSO Deputies monitor offenders on sex offender registry

The primary responsibility of the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Sex Offender Registry is to register convicted sex offenders as required by law. North Carolina General Statue requires those convicted of sex offenses or of certain other offenses committed against minors to register as a sex offender.

Once a convicted sex offender is registered by the Sheriff’s Office, the general offender will receive a verification letter every six months and are required to report in person to the Sheriff’s Office. If the offender is classified as an aggravated offender or recidivist, they will receive their verification letter every three months.

The registry office processes address changes and any other updates and documents the changes in the offender’s file.

Cleveland County Sheriff’s Investigators perform random checks to ensure the registered offenders comply with the registry laws, investigate any complaints reported and charge offenders that are in violation of the law.

"The Office of Sheriff represents all people who live or visit Cleveland County. Our Deputies and I are here to serve you by providing you with professional law enforcement services to make our County a safe place to live or visit," said Sheriff Alan Norman.

The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation takes certain information provided by the Sheriff’s Office and makes it available to the public via the Sex Offender Registry website http://sexoffender. ncsbi.gov/search.aspx.

Hours of Operation Monday through Friday 8:30am to 11:30 am and 1:30pm to 3:30pm for walk-ins and 8:00am to 4:00pm via phone, at the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office located at 100 Justice Place in Shelby. New registration requires an appointment. Appointments can be made by calling 704484-4787.