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09/10/2025

Herman Eugene Williams “Bub”, born on September 29,1983, in Cable County, WV was sent to his eternal home on August 31, 2025. He passed away unexpectedly in the Alexander County jail in Taylorsville, NC.
Bub, as he was affectionately known, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him, His journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and many more whose lives were touched by him. We ask that you remember him not for the way his life ended, but for the way it was lived, and for the profound impact it had on the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Bub was preceded in death by his mother, Phyllis Messer as well as his sister, Jeanie Williams and her unborn son.
Those left to cherish and honor Bub’s memories include: his daughter, Lauren Williams (Quay); his granddaughter, Amillia Daniels; his dad, Herman Williams (Jeraldine); his step-dad, Terry “Buck” Messer (Becky); his sisters, Lori James (Matt), Cindy Williams, Dee Dee Williams, Jessica Williams; and a number of nieces and nephews that knew his a “Uncle Bib”, as well as his ex-wife, Stephanie Williams.
Out side of him hanging out with his family, Bub was a good mechanic. His true loved was working on cars and drag racing with his step-dad “Buck”. Growing up they would spend ever waken hour either in the garage or at Farmington Drag strip where they would race their bright blue Chevy chop top s-10 in which they build together. He also enjoyed outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, hunting, and hanging out by a fire. Bub was always up for an adventure. Those who knew Bub will remember him for his infectious smile and overwhelming laughter, his deep-rooted faith in Jesus, and his unwavering commitment to spreading love and kindness to everyone he encountered. He had a rare gift for making others smile and laugh, leaving a lasting impact on all who crossed his path. He will forever be loved and missed!!
The family will conduct a Celebration of Life Service at 3 p.m., Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Overflow Ministries, 140 Hager Church Loope, Stony Point. Frends and family are invited to stay at the church after the service to eat.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Herman Eugene Williams “Bub”.

09/09/2025

Edward Alfred Almeida, Jr., age 84, of Granite Falls, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Caldwell Hospice House in Hudson, NC. He was born May 17, 1941, in Newport, Rhode Island the son of the late Edward Alfred Almeida, Sr, and Natalie Dennis Almeida.
He worked as a truck driver for most of his working career.
No services are planned at this time.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Edward A. Almeida.

09/09/2025

Steve Allen Fox passed away peacefully at his home in South Pomfret, VT on September 2, 2025 at the age of 79. He was born on March 13, 1946 to loving parents, Talley Taft and Reno Cline Fox, and grew up on the family farm in Granite Falls, NC.
Steve was a man of humility and accomplishment. He earned his Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from NC State in 1969. After graduating, he worked on the gas centrifuge at Union Carbide Nuclear Corporation in Oak Ridge, TN. He later joined CommScope in Hickory, NC and, while at the company, was assigned patents for the development of low loss, high velocity cables including P1, P2, P3 and QR, which became industry standards. In 1980, he founded Normag Corporation, where he helped to develop the polymer gear pump for precision extrusion of plastics and manufactured these pumps for US and international markets. He also developed and patented the high pressure viscoseal for gear pumps used worldwide today. In 1995, he founded NiTech Corporation to market a patented coating process he developed. Today, NiTech manufactures pelletized asphalt for the US Air Force and other agencies for paving airfields and roads. Steve’s entrepreneurial spirit and tireless commitment to his work defined his long and successful career.
Childhood sparks of curiosity that prompted him to take apart and reassemble farm equipment led to a life of creativity, invention and nearly twenty US and International patents. Steve also maintained a lifelong dedication to his family’s farm and a passion for the outdoors, for travel, and for constant learning and self-education.
He is survived by his wife, Nira Granott Fox; his children Nicole (David) Sheronas and Weston (Dana) Fox; his former wife and mother of his children, Brenda Goble Fox; his grandchildren: Nicole’s children, Coco and Hamilton Sheronas; and Weston’s children, Taylor and Jake Fox. He was preceded in death by his parents, by his sister, Nonnie Engleman, and by his niece, Cathy Leach.
Family and friends are invited to the graveside service at Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, located at 7500 NC Highway 127 in Taylorsville, NC, on Sunday, September 14 at 2:00 pm. Pastor Dean Chambers will be presiding. A reception in the church hall will immediately follow the service.
In remembrance of Steve’s life and love for spending time in nature, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the National Park Foundation.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Steve Allen Fox.

09/04/2025

Tommy “Kyle” Stidham, age 32, of Hickory, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.
Kyle was born July 25, 1993 in Catawba County, the son of William Stidham and Michelle Roark.
Kyle worked for Sunbelt Express and enjoyed skate boarding, riding four wheelers, playing video games, and spending time with his family especially his nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by: his grandparents, Tommy and Ruby Roark, Betty Rogers; his uncle, Dennis Belvins and aunt, Sandi Sheppard.
Including his parents, those left to cherish and honor Kyle’s memories include: his son, Bryson Stidham of Sherrills Ford; his sister, Carrie Stidham of the Bethlehem Community; his step-brother, Brandon Crews of the Bethlehem Community; his step-dad, Sandy Crews; his grandfather, Paul Stidham (Kathy) of the Bethlehem Community; his uncle, Rodney Blevins (Dawn) of Mountain City, TN; his aunt, Vicki Terrell of Austin, TX; his nieces, Riley and Raelyn Arnette, Alexis Crews all of the Bethlehem Community; his nephews, Gunner Arnette, Chantz Crews both of the Bethlehem Community; also to cherish his memory, Stormi Johnson, Crystal Hamby, and Christina Cox, who all were like family.
A receiving of friends will be held from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Adams Funeral Home.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Tommy “Kyle” Stidham.

09/03/2025

Wanda Wallace Millsaps, age 75, of Hiddenite, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at her home.
Wanda was born April 7, 1950, in Iredell County, the daughter of the late JC Wallace and Lorene Millsaps Wallace.
Wanda was a homemaker and a farmer. She was a member of White Plains Baptist Church. When her health allowed, she sang in the choir and was a member of the ladies’ Sunday school class. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, shopping, cooking, and eating out. She was a wonderful wife, mom, and mamaw. She often would say her grandchildren were her life.
Including her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Neil Millsaps.
Those left to cherish and honor Wanda’s memories include: her daughter, Amy Guyer (Jeremy) of Hickory; her son, Greg Millsaps (Krista) of Hiddenite; her grandchildren, Gannon Neil Millsaps (Amy), Avery Guyer, Gracee Anderson (Gunnar); her great-granddaughter, Aubrey Anderson; her sister, Sandra Arms (Michael) of Hiddenite; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Conrad Millsaps (Janet), Mike Millsaps (Karen); and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; and a team of special caregivers who allowed her to remain at home.
The funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, September 5, 2025, at White Plains Baptist Church. Pastor Jarrod Moody, Pastor Dennis Barnette, and Pastor Kevin White. Burial will follow in the Shady Grove Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to: White Plains Baptist Church or Hospice of Iredell County,
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Wanda Wallace Millsaps.

09/02/2025

Kyler Cole Bebber, age 17, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center.
Kyler was born April 17, 2008, in Iredell County, the son of Shaun Bebber and Alisha Payne Bebber.
Kyler worked as a landscaper for N-Cline Landscaping and was a senior in high school. He was a member of East Taylorsville Baptist Church. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and hanging out with family and friends. His world revolved around his fiancé, Madison Oxentine.
Kyler was preceded in death by: his paternal great-grandparents, Benny and Emo Bebber; his paternal great-grandmother, Nelzie Wallace; his maternal great-grandparents, Plato Barnes and Linda Adams.
Including his parents, those left to cherish and honor Kyler’s memories include: his fiancé, Madison Oxentine; his maternal grandparents, Mike and Kim Payne; his paternal grandparents, Ricky and Linda Bebber; his sister, Adalyn Bebber of the home; his aunts and uncles, Chris and Sheena White, Andre and Misty Sweet; his great-aunt, Lisa Joines and her children, Summer and Casey; his great-uncle and aunt, Davey and Nancy Deal and their children, Brandon and Allison; his first cousins, Easton and Stella White, Madison Sweet, Emilie Sweet and fiancé, Bobby Penfield; and a number of other relatives and friends.
The funeral service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Saturday, September 6, 2025, at East Taylorsville Baptist Church. Pastor Kevin White will officiate. Burial will follow in the Liledoun Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service.
Pallbearers include: Chris White, Aaron Arrowood, Clay Oxentine, Brent Oxentine, Austin Arrowood, and Bobby Penfield.
Andre Sweet, Peyton Shook, Noah Stikeleather, Trent Eckard, Ethan Arrowood, Austin Sturgill and Kaden Rufty will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Memorials may be made to Levine Children Hospital.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Kyler Cole Bebber.

08/29/2025

Rex Steve Childers, age 81, of Taylorsville, went home to be with his Lord, Jesus Christ on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
He was born May 3, 1944 in Alexander County, the son of the late Roby Childers and Cleo Hammer Childers.
Rex dearly loved his family and enjoyed spending time and taking trips with them. He enjoyed working on his cattle farm in Vashti. He retired from Broyhill after 39 years and then worked 20 years with his son at Childers Body Shop. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church where he had served as deacon and Sunday school superintendent for many years.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by: a sister, Marie Childers (Charles) Costner; a brother, Atwell Eugene Childers; and a brother-in-law, Cecil Rupard.
Those left to honor and cherish his memory include: his loving wife of 60 years, Neta Kay Childers of the home; his daughter, Tanya Childers Benfield and husband Chris of State Road, NC; his son, Stacy Childers and wife Amy of Taylorsville, NC; his four grandchildren, Makayla VanHoy (Garrett), Mindy Bryant (Elijah), Clate Childers, Cora Childers; his two great grandchildren, Waylon VanHoy, Ruthie Bryant; another great grandson on the way; four sisters, Lucy Rupard, Helen (R.C.) Redmond, Jeannie Childers, and Joy (Paul) Fox; sister-in-law, Jean Childers; and many nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at 5 p.m., Sunday, August 31, 2025 at Bethel Baptist Church. Pastor Chris Benfield and Pastor Taylor Miller will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. until 4:45 p.m. prior to the service.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Rex Steve Childers.

08/25/2025

Sherri Linda Ijames Boston, age 65, passed peacefully from this life the morning of August 22, 2025, after a gradual decline in health.
Sherri was born in Mocksville, NC April 18,1960, the daughter of John Lester Ijames and the late Liz Kate Reinhardt Ijames.
Sherri loved gardening with her husband spending time with her family and participating in church activities. Sherri was very involved in her church and community. She worked for years in the school system as a bus driver as well as working with children and adults with special needs. Sherri also was a member of the Order of Eastern Star. She held office as Worthy Matron of Solid Rock chapter 575. She was a faithful member of Liberty Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Taylorsville, NC. She also served as first vice president of Senior Mission Department, former president of the Liberty Grove Singers and a longtime member of the kitchen committee.
Sherri was preceded in death by: her mother, Liz Kate (Reinhardt) Ijames; father-in-law, James Boston and mother-in-law, Vina Boston; sisters-in-law, Bernice (Tommy) Linney and Bonnie Sue Boston.
Those left to honor and cherish her memories include: her devoted and loving husband, Ernest Boston of Taylorsville; her son, Pastor Elliot Boston (Joyce) of Claremont; her daughter, Courtney Baxter (Joseph) of Statesville; her grandchildren, Elijah Boston of Hickory, Grace Boston of Chapel Hill, Jade Boston of Claremont; special daughter, Joleen Linney of Statesville; special son, Kurt Linney of Winston-Salem; her father, John Lester Ijames (Peggy) of Walnut Cove; her sisters, Teresa Sharpe (Johnny and four children) of Kansas City, Kansas, Selena Mayberry (Randall and one child) of Guinea, West Africa; her brother, James Allen Ijames (four children) of Guinea, West Africa; her sisters-in-law, Georgia Flowers (Willie and four children) of Taylorsville, Kelly Burch (Roscoe and three children) of Taylorsville; her brothers-in-law, Billy Boston (Mary and children) of Taylorsville, Jonathan Boston (Loretta and three children) of Taylorsville, Claude Boston (Lorraine and two children) of Morganton; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The Home-Going Service will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, August 29, 2025, at Liberty Grove Baptist Church. Pastor Sterling Howard officiating and Pastor Elliot Boston-Eulogy. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to: American Cancer Society, Taylorsville Camp, c/o Kendra Dyson, 57 Kendra Lane, Taylorsville, NC 28681.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Sherri Linda Ijames Boston.

08/23/2025

After a brief and courageous battle against cancer, Jesse C. Fierro, age 69, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House.
Jesse was born April 8, 1956, in Los Angeles, California, the son of the late, Jesus Fierro and Celia Sanchez Fierro.
He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He was of the Catholic faith.
Jesse loved the mountains, rivers, and spending time outdoors. He also dearly loved spending time with his four grandsons.
Including his parents, he was preceded in death by: his sister, Yvonne Fierro; his uncle, Pablo Ruelas and wife Nina who raised Jesse like a son.
Those left to cherish and honor his memories include: his wife, Karen Fox Fierro; his daughters, Kira Boyd (Justin) of Taylorsville, Maria “Trini” Fierro of Taylorsville, Jennifer Tipton of Taylorsville; his grandchildren, Nathan Boyd, Evan Waters, Reid Boyd, Reece Boyd; a great-granddaughter expected in December, Delilah Rose Boyd; his sisters, Irma Fierro of California, Irene Arenas of California; his brothers, Charlie Fierro of California, Danny Fierro (Carmen) of California; brother-in-law, James E. Fox of Taylorsville; a special friend, Melinda Beilharz and family.
The graveside service will be held at 5 p.m., Thursday, August 28, 2025 in the Taylorsville City Cemetery. Dr. James Smith will officiate.
The body will lie-in-state from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at Adams Funeral Home.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Gordon Hospice House in Statesville.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Jesse C. Fierro.

08/22/2025

Louise McCall Service

08/22/2025

Robert Alan Carpenter, age 65, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly, on Thursday, August 21, 2025, in Taylorsville.
Robert was born September 23, 1959, in Catawba County, the son of Bonita Jean Goodson Huffman and the late William Robert Carpenter.
He was a carpenter by trade for most of his working career. He enjoyed fishing, spending time outdoors especially with his grandson and nephews. He loved his dogs; they went everywhere with him.
Including his mother, those left to cherish and honor his memories include: his daughter, Christina Rankin (Josh); his grandchildren, Julieann Rankin, Asher Rankin, Zachary Hall; his sisters, Brandy Nicole Huffman of Conover, Candace Teague, Jenell Long both of Taylorsville; his brother, Tony Huffman (Sheila) of Newton; his nephews and niece, Lucas Teague, Joseph Teague, Seth Bruton, Marisa Teague, Kert Long, Robert Long; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
The family will have a private service at a later date.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services are honored to be serving the family of Robert Alan Carpenter.

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