OBITUARIES

Mary Smith Wright

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC

– Mary Smith Wright, 75, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on July 12, 2023 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.

She was born in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Frank and Virginia Allen Smith and was preceded in death by her brother, Leonard Smith.

Mary was strong willed and generous to a fault. She never turned away anyone in need and would do all she could to help others. She was an avid reader and enjoyed fishing, gardening, watching hummingbirds and listening to her wind chimes.

Mary loved her family with all her heart and always placed them at the center of her life. Mary’s lifelong love, her husband of 57 years affectionately called her by the nickname “Toots”. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who has left a lasting love that her friends and family will cherish for a lifetime.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years: Leonard Wright; children: Cynthia Wood (Jacob Slay), Timothy Wright (Anita), and Lisa Cash (William); sister: Shelia Ervin; grandchildren: Kristin Scott, Alyssa Wood, Lacie Gantt, Julia Wright, Tate Cash, Skylor Cash, and Matthew Cash; great-grandchildren: Connor Veara, Brennen Wood, Bryce Scott, Peyten Wood, Jaxon Wood, Amelia Gantt, Skyla Springer, Trexton Elmore, Aslynne Elmore, Eli Springer, and Akira Springer.

Funeral service was held on Friday, July 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Pastors Kenneth Cash and Donnie Allen officiating.

Visitation was held on Friday, July 14, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home.

Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

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

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

Linda Finger Rome

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Linda Finger Rome, 77, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on July 14, 2023 at Atrium Main in Charlotte, NC.

She was born in Lincoln County, NC, daughter of the late L.V. and Bonnie Lewis Finger and was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, William Ernest Rome and three brothers, Marshal Finger, L.V. Finger, and David Lewis.

Linda was a long time, active member of First Baptist Church. She was employed by Mulls Greenhouse for many years which fulfilled her passion with flowers. Linda enjoyed crocheting and making Chrismon ornaments. She was an avid bird watcher, and especially enjoyed hummingbirds. Linda cherished being outdoors, gardening and growing beautiful flowers that were enjoyed by her neighboring friends. She was an adoring wife, loving mother, and doting grandmother whose love, and commitment for her family has left memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.

She is survived by her daughter: Kim Brooks and husband Robert, Kings Mountain, NC; grandson: Sam Gebhardt and wife Hannah, Morganton, NC; brothers: Paul Finger, Lincolnton, NC, Franklin Finger, Maiden, NC, and Roger Walker and wife Malia, Lincolnton, NC.

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Sloan officiating.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 10:50 AM prior to the service in the Stain Glass Room of First Baptist Church.

Interment will be held in Mountain, Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

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

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

Norma Elaine Brown

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Norma Elaine Brown, 76, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on July 15, 2023 at her home.

She was born in Greenville County, SC, daughter of the late Reverend Norman Brown and was preceded in death by her brother, Mike Brown.

Elaine was a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. She worked as an airline stewardess for more than 20 years with Eastern Airline. After leaving the travel industry, Elaine worked as a pet groomer. This career allowed her to be around animals which she loved very much. Elaine was an accomplished artist who was awarded a scholarship to attend Gardner Webb College to further her education in the arts. She was a wonderful daughter and sister and loved by many. She will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved Elaine.

She is survived by her mother: Evelyn Vaughn Brown, Kings Mountain, NC; sister: April Brown Morris, Cherryville, and many nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends.

A memorial service was held on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 4:00 PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Sloan and Reverend Dr. Steve Taylor officiating.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 3:50 PM prior to the service in the sanctuary of Bethlehem Baptist Church Interment: Private family burial.

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

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