The Obituary Section

Allen Lee Huggins

Gastonia, North Carolina

Allen Lee Huggins, born on March 26, 1945, in Gaston County, NC, passed from this life to his eternal home in Heaven peacefully on February 13, 2026, at Courtland Terrace. He wa...

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Sandra Kay Bradford

Gastonia, North Carolina

We are saddened to announce the passing of Sandra Kay Bradford, who left us on February 11, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on November 15, 1958, in West Virginia, Sandra spent man...

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Thad William Breedlove

Gastonia, North Carolina

Thad William BreedloveSeptember 6, 1923 - February 10, 2026It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Thad William Breedlove, who lived an extraordinary 102 years marked by unwavering devotion to family, country, and faith. Born during the Great Depression to Fred and Bessie Freeman Breedlove, Thad witnessed and participated in over a century of American history, leaving behind a legacy of service, love, and dedication that will inspire generations to come.At just 17 years old, Thad made a decision that would define his character for life. Together with his father Fred, he walked an impressive 12 miles to enlist in the United States Army - a journey that symbolized both his determination and his family's support for his decision to serve. This four-year commitment during World War II would take him far from the familiar landscapes of western North Carolina to exotic and challenging theaters around…

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