The Obituary Section

Dreama Clyburn Presnell

Hickory, North Carolina

February 11, 2026

Dreama Gail Clyburn Presnell, 70, of Conover, passed away February 12, 2026 at her residence.Born March 11, 1955, in Pulaski, VA, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Charlotte Clyburn.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Larry Clyburn and son-in-law, Robert Efird.Dreama was a beloved soul who touched the lives of everyone who knew her. She was truly loved by all and known for her feisty spirit, hard-headed determination, and stubborn strength that made her who she was.Behind that strong personality was a heart full of love. Dreama loved her family with everything she had, and they were always her greatest joy and priority. Her devotion, loyalty, and fierce care for those she loved will never be forgotten.Dreama leaves behind a legacy of love and strength. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing…

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Nancy Lorraine Franklin Key

Hickory, North Carolina

Nancy Lorraine (Ty) Franklin Key, 96, of Adako, was called to her eternal home on Thursday, February 12, 2026. She was born on December 29, 1929, to the late Floyd Braxton Franklin and Sarah Branch Franklin in the Johns River Township of Collettsville.Lorraine was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Eugene Key, two sons, Boyd and Terry Key, one daughter, Linda Key, and two grandsons, Heath Key and Jonathan Bryant, five brothers and four sisters. She was welcomed into Heaven by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and so many family members and friends who were excited to see her. She is survived by her sons, Floyd Key and Gene Key (and wife Carrie) of Adako, daughter-in-law, Gaye Key, grandchildren Leah (husband David) Haas, Jennifer Bryant, Kelly Bryant, Ian (wife Michelle) Bryant, Quinn (wife Kendra) McGee, Trevor (wife Ashley) Key, Rebecca Key, Luke (Kaylee) Key. She had nine great-grandchildren…

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