Willis Reynolds Funeral Home

05/21/2026

Norma Jean Roney Meece, 78, of Catawba, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Born October 13, 1947, she was the daughter of the late George Monroe Roney and Phyllis Mercedes DeGraff Roney. Norma worked as a bookkeeper and was employed with Kmart and Connor Management during her career. She was also a faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, William M. "Bill" Meece of the home; her son, John Daniel Dixon Jr. (Fran) of Austin, TX; and her grandchildren, Taylor Dixon (Kevin), Justin Dixon, and Jordan Dixon.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert E. Roney.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10am, Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Jim Collins and Deacon Scott Gilfillan officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to an Alzheimer's research program or to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Condolences may be left at www.willisreynoldsfh.com

The Meece family is under the care of Willis-Reynolds Funeral Home

05/09/2026

We have some talented people here in Newton, NC. Come check it out!

04/25/2026

Amanda Triplett went to celebrate with Morning Glory Cafe’s 1 YEAR anniversary celebration.

And let me just say — if you don’t know Bre (Morning Glory Cafe owner)’s story, you NEED to. She is the definition of hard work, faith, and going after your dreams. So inspiring!!

The coffee? SO good ☕️
The food? Even better 🤤
The atmosphere? 10/10 ✨

Go show her and the amazing staff some love and support local — it truly matters more than you think!

They will be celebrating until 2pm today with a few fun kid friendly activities!

We LOVE our community and the amazing people in it 💛

04/25/2026

04/23/2026

A handwritten card is a lovely way to show your appreciation. It lets friends and relatives know that you received their flowers, meals, donations and other above-and-beyond acts of kindness. Here is your complete guide to sending thank you cards : https://www.dignitymemorial.com/memorial-services/planning-a-celebration-of-life/thank-you-cards

04/22/2026

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04/16/2026

What does it really mean to have fully planned end-of-life arrangements? There’s much more to it than choosing a plot, purchasing an insurance policy or sharing a wish. Though these steps are worthwhile and important, they’re not enough to ensure a smooth experience for loved ones after your death.
Find out more - https://www.dignitymemorial.com/pre-planning/planning-your-funeral/are-you-fully-planned

04/13/2026

Join us for a fun-filled day of shopping, food, and community, all for a great cause!

🛍️ Vendor spots are just $10 (all spot fees will be donated to Hospice). Vendors keep whatever they make, or can choose to donate a portion of their sales.

🍪 We’re also accepting baked goods for our bake sale table, with all proceeds going to Amorem, formerly CHPC and BHPC.

🚒 Come hungry and grab some delicious food from The FireTruck Catering LLC.
🎈 Bring the kids for some balloon fun with Wuwu’s Balloons !

It’s the perfect chance to shop, eat, and give back to our community.

Message us to reserve your vendor spot or to donate baked goods!

04/13/2026

Losing someone you love is never easy, and the process of grieving is different for everyone. One way to feel connected to your loved one is by visiting their gravesite. To acknowledge how much they mean to you, you may want to leave a token of your visit or decorate their grave. Decorating a loved one’s grave can help process your grief and bring you comfort.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/cemetery/ideas-for-decorating-a-grave

04/05/2026

Happy Easter!