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Betty MooreKannapolis


Betty Jean Puntch Moore, age 98, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at Caremoor Assisted Living Center on Friday, September 6, 2024, after a period of declining health.Betty was born February 23, 1926, in Cabarrus Co., a daughter of the late James B. and Mae DeMarcus Puntch. She was a life-long area resident and life-long member of Trinity United Methodist Church where she was a devoted member of the church choir for many years. Betty helped her husband, Carl, as a secretary for the...

Betty Jean Puntch Moore, age 98, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at Caremoor Assisted Living Center on Friday, September 6, 2024, after a period of declining health.Betty was born February...

Bobbie Cline PiggKannapolis


Bobbie Lee Elliott Cline Pigg, 94, of Kannapolis, passed away September 4, 2024 at her home.Funeral service will be held Thursday September 12, 2024 at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel at 3:30 pm. Rev. Ron Hartman will be officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 2:30 to 3:30 pm at Whitley’s Funeral Home. Burial will follow the funeral service at Carolina Memorial Park Cemetery.Bobbie was born November 9, 1929 to the late Orrin Henry and Carrie Combs...

Bobbie Lee Elliott Cline Pigg, 94, of Kannapolis, passed away September 4, 2024 at her home.Funeral service will be held Thursday September 12, 2024 at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel at...

Gary BaynardSalisbury


Gary “Glenn” Baynard, 77, of Salisbury, N.C. went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2024 at his residence following a period of declining health.He was born November 16, 1946 in Rutherford County, N.C. a son of the late Rev. Paul Luther Baynard and Annie Jeanette Baynard. He was raised by Nellie Baynard whom he considered his mother. Also preceding him in death were sisters Betty Lou Baynard and Paulette Baynard, brothers Hicks Baynard, and Lewis Baynard.A Memorial...

Gary “Glenn” Baynard, 77, of Salisbury, N.C. went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2024 at his residence following a period of declining health.He was born November 16, 1946 in...

Johnny Gray Jr.Concord


Johnny Lehan Gray Jr., 73, of Concord, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.Johnny was born on April 21, 1951 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Johnny Lehan Gray Sr. and Mildred Alice Burris Gray. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Pam Rowland and Wayan Gray.Johnny was a true adventurer at heart, finding immense joy in activities such as fishing, hunting, and camping. His love for motorcycles and classic old...

Johnny Lehan Gray Jr., 73, of Concord, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.Johnny was born on April 21, 1951 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Johnny...

Charles MitchellKannapolis


Charles “Wayne” Mitchell, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away September 2, 2024, at his home after a period of declining health.A memorial service celebrating Wayne’s life will be held at Whitley’s Funeral Home at 12:00 pm, on Thursday, September 12, with Rev. Stephen Autrey officiating. Inurnment of cremains will follow at the Salisbury National Cemetery Annex at 2:00 PM Thursday with Marine Corps honors. The family will receive friends at the funeral home the hour...

Charles “Wayne” Mitchell, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away September 2, 2024, at his home after a period of declining health.A memorial service celebrating Wayne’s life will be...

Joseph EllisonHarrisburg


Joseph David Ellison, 52, of Harrisburg, passed away, Monday September 2, 2024.He was born December 21, 1971 in Concord, NC to James R. Ellison and the late Sylvia A. Ellison.He was preceded in death by a daughter Kayla Michelle Ellison, mother Sylvia A. Ellison, brother Robbie Ellison and granddaughter Savannah Rose Nickelson.Joseph always loved working on cars and dirt bikes, he was able to figure out any problem with engines. At the age of 17, he got a job at Ketchie Houston, he...

Joseph David Ellison, 52, of Harrisburg, passed away, Monday September 2, 2024.He was born December 21, 1971 in Concord, NC to James R. Ellison and the late Sylvia A. Ellison.He was preceded...

Roger SmithConcord


Roger Douglas Smith, 82 of Concord went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2024, following a period of declining health.He was born March 20, 1942, in Wayne County, Pa. the son of the late Clarence Herman Smith and Evelyn Mae Smith. Roger served in the US Army before marriage in Korea at the 38th parallel manning a 50-caliber machine gun, where he met his life-longfriend Chingo.Being a loving husband, he always wanted to make sure his wife was taken care...

Roger Douglas Smith, 82 of Concord went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2024, following a period of declining health.He was born March 20, 1942, in Wayne County, Pa. the son of the...

Chad KepleySalisbury


Chad Lee Kepley, 54, of Salisbury, passed away Wednesday morning, August 28, 2024, at Novant Health Rowan Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness.Born December 30, 1969, in Cabarrus County, Chad was the son of Patricia Ervin Kepley of Salisbury, and the late Jerry Lee Kepley.A 1988 graduate of South Rowan High, Chad had proudly owned and operated Kepley Auto Repairs for many years. He loved to fish and loved being close to the ocean. Chad lived life to the fullest, loving his...

Chad Lee Kepley, 54, of Salisbury, passed away Wednesday morning, August 28, 2024, at Novant Health Rowan Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness.Born December 30, 1969, in Cabarrus...

William SeamonKannapolis


William Francis Seamon, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.William was born on January 29, 1933 in Rowan County. He was a cherished son of the late James Seamon and Margaret Alexander Seamon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald “Butter” Seamon.A proud Army veteran, William dedicated his career to carpentry at Cannon Mills. He married the love of his life, Grace Seamon on May 24, 1952 and have been...

William Francis Seamon, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.William was born on January 29, 1933 in Rowan County. He was a cherished son of the late James...

Charles CaubleChina Grove


Charles David Cauble, 67, of China Grove went to be with his Lord on August 27, 2024 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury. Charles was born on December 11, 1956 in Cabarrus County to the late Ralph Edward Sylvester Cauble and Betty Jo Reece Cauble.Charles worked as an independent contractor in the mobile home business. He loved fishing and spending time with his family.Charles was preceded in death by his father Ralph Edward Sylvester Cauble.Those left...

Charles David Cauble, 67, of China Grove went to be with his Lord on August 27, 2024 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury. Charles was born on December 11, 1956 in Cabarrus...

David WalterConcord


David “Carter” Walter, 53, passed away August 25, 2024 at his late mother’s residence after a period of declining health.A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 31 at Gilwood Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Concord with Rev Charles Blasdell officiating. The family will speak with friends after the service.Carter was born September 11, 1970, in Cabarrus Co., the son of the late Pinky and Joyce Collins Walter.A lifelong area resident, Carter...

David “Carter” Walter, 53, passed away August 25, 2024 at his late mother’s residence after a period of declining health.A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday,...

Ernestine CampbellKannapolis


Ernestine “Tiney” Ross Campbell, 76, of Kannapolis, who was at her home, went to be with her Lord on Saturday morning, August 24, 2024.Born August 4, 1948, in Rowan County, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Elnora Wensil Ross. In addition to her parents, preceding her in death were her husband, Jesse Campbell; a son, Jesse Wayne Campbell; sister, Jane Lipe; and her brother, Charlie Brown Huffstickler.Tiney had worked for many years at What-A-Burger, both at the #1 and...

Ernestine “Tiney” Ross Campbell, 76, of Kannapolis, who was at her home, went to be with her Lord on Saturday morning, August 24, 2024.Born August 4, 1948, in Rowan County, she was a...

Linda O'NealKannapolis


Linda D. Page O’Neal, 76, of Kannapolis, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024.Linda was born January 17, 1948 in Georgia. She was a cherished daughter of the late Frank “F.E” Page and Helen Patton Page. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Danny O’Neal; and sister, Doris Baynard.Linda was a true fan of life’s simple pleasures. Her days were often spent catching up on the latest soap opera drama. When she wasn’t glued to...

Linda D. Page O’Neal, 76, of Kannapolis, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024.Linda was born January 17, 1948 in Georgia. She was a cherished daughter of the late Frank...

Howard "Sonny" Tarlton Jr.Concord


Howard “Sonny” Tarlton, Jr, 82, of Concord, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 24, 2024 after a period of declining health.Sonny was born on May 21, 1942 in Cabarrus County to the late Howard Tarlton Sr. and Eula Motley Tarlton.Sonny retired from Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company. He enjoyed watching NASCAR races, and he was a big fan of Dale Earnhardt Sr. He also enjoyed fishing, going on trips to the beach, and spending time with his family. His...

Howard “Sonny” Tarlton, Jr, 82, of Concord, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 24, 2024 after a period of declining health.Sonny was born on May 21, 1942 in Cabarrus...

Jennifer BuscemiKannapolis


Jennifer Sharkey Buscemi, 65, wife of Michael Buscemi of Kannapolis, NC died on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Jennifer is predeceased by her parents Robert and Wanda Norton Sharkey of Orlando FL.Jennifer had suffered from liver and kidney problems for the last four years.Jennifer’s father Sr Master Sgt Robert Sharkey was career USAF which led the family to many locations including Homestead, FL, Lakeland, FL, Edwards Air Force Base, CA, Oahu, HI and finally...

Jennifer Sharkey Buscemi, 65, wife of Michael Buscemi of Kannapolis, NC died on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Jennifer is predeceased by her parents Robert and Wanda Norton Sharkey of Orlando...

Judy DryeKannapolis


Judy Ann Fowler Drye, 81, of Kannapolis, passed away Friday evening, August 23, 2024, at CMC Main.Born March 16, 1943, in Union County, she was the daughter of the late Herman Ledford Fowler and Mary Artith Fowler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Lamar Carpenter; stepson, Dale Drye; daughter, Lisa Williams; a grandson, Nathan Carpenter; and brothers, Clinton, T.C. and Boyce Fowler.Mrs. Drye loved all her family and time spent with them. She was an...

Judy Ann Fowler Drye, 81, of Kannapolis, passed away Friday evening, August 23, 2024, at CMC Main.Born March 16, 1943, in Union County, she was the daughter of the late Herman Ledford Fowler and...

Bobby TealKannapolis


Bobby Ray Teal, 87, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness on Thursday August 22, 2024.Born January 17, 1937 to the late Jadie F and Sudie Gainey Teal. He was preceded in death by his siblings, J.Frank, Dorothy, Mary, Carolyn and Pearl. Educated in Cabarrus County Schools, he became an electrician by trade and retired from Cannon Mills. He proudly served in the United States Navy. Most...

Bobby Ray Teal, 87, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness on Thursday August 22, 2024.Born January 17, 1937 to the...

Robert BareLandis


Robert Lee Bare, 89, of Landis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home.The family will receive friends at Whitley’s Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday, August 25. Private cremation services will take place following the gathering of family and friends.Robert was born December 27, 1934, in Beckley WV, a son of the late Eugene and Pearl McGrady Bare. In addition to his parents, Robert was also preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly Bare Parnell,...

Robert Lee Bare, 89, of Landis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home.The family will receive friends at Whitley’s Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday,...

Nancy ArgoKannapolis


Nancy L. Argo, 87 of Kannapolis, passed away Monday August 19, 2024 at her home.She was born in Cabarrus Co. to the late Rayvone Lisk and Jettie Johnson Lisk.Nancy worked for Sears and Roebuck Company for over 40 years. She enjoyed camping, going for rides in the car and traveling, she stayed busy raising four boys, she was a loving mother and grandmother.She was preceded in death by he husband Donald Argo, a son Mark Argo and a grandson William Dean Argo.Those left to cherish her...

Nancy L. Argo, 87 of Kannapolis, passed away Monday August 19, 2024 at her home.She was born in Cabarrus Co. to the late Rayvone Lisk and Jettie Johnson Lisk.Nancy worked for Sears and Roebuck...

Sybil McKinney


Sybil B. Edwards McKinney, age 83, of Kannapolis, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 16, 2024, from Autumn Care Salisbury after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.A funeral celebrating Sybil’s home-going will be held at Landis Baptist Church at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 25 with Rev. Mike Austin officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. Her family will receive friends at the church from 1:30 PM until service time.Sybil was born October...

Sybil B. Edwards McKinney, age 83, of Kannapolis, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 16, 2024, from Autumn Care Salisbury after a long battle with...

Wayne LundConcord


With profound sadness we announce the passing ofWayne Kendall Lund, 77, our loving and devotedhusband,father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle,cousin,and friend,onAugust 17, 2024at home in Concord, North Carolina,surrounded byhis family.Waynewas born on April 10, 1947, in Edgerton, Wisconsin, the son ofJǿrgen and Belinde (Christianson) Lund.He volunteered and...

With profound sadness we announce the passing ofWayne Kendall Lund, 77, our loving and devotedhusband,father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother,...

Rosinell CressKannapolis


Rosinell Josephine Hatley Cress,93 of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Caremoor Place in Kannapolis.She was born April 22, 1931 in Stanly County, N.C. a daughter of the late Junie Washington Hatley and Alice Mae Earnhardt Hatley. Also preceding her In death was her husband, Luther Martin Cress, Jr.Family members left to cherish her memory include a son, Luther “Luke” Martin Cress, III of Kannapolis, daughter, Shelby Belk and husband Fred of...

Rosinell Josephine Hatley Cress,93 of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Caremoor Place in Kannapolis.She was born April 22, 1931 in Stanly County, N.C. a...

Henry CrowellKannapolis


Henry David Crowell, 72, of Kannapolis, passed away, Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.He was born August 25, 1951 in Cabarrus Co. to the late Henry David Crowell Sr. and Vendetta Marie Clayton.Henry was a union electrician working with nuclear power plants on the East Coast, he retired after 45 years of service. He enjoyed traveling with his wife up and down the East Coast, he was an avid Atlanta Braves and Las Vegas Raiders fan. Henry also enjoyed reading and...

Henry David Crowell, 72, of Kannapolis, passed away, Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.He was born August 25, 1951 in Cabarrus Co. to the late Henry David Crowell Sr. and...

William "Ken" CannonSalisbury


SALISBURY- William K. (Ken) Cannon passed away peacefully, August 14th, 2024, at the accomplished age of 85. In his last moments, he was surrounded by his sons and his beloved Carlotta, at his home in Salisbury as he desired.Born May 7, 1939, in Smyth County, Virginia, Ken was the eldest son of the late James Lewis and Maxie Allison. He graduated from Statesville High School and was an alumnus of East Carolina College (now University) where he majored in Accounting. After college Ken...

SALISBURY- William K. (Ken) Cannon passed away peacefully, August 14th, 2024, at the accomplished age of 85. In his last moments, he was surrounded by his sons and his beloved Carlotta, at his...

Judy Harper


Judy Ann Stafford Harper, 81, formally of Harrisburg and most recently of China Grove, died August 13, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a period of declining health.A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Judy's life will be held at Whitley's Funeral Home on Saturday, August 24, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. A private interment of cremains service will be held at the Salisbury National Cemetery at a later date.Judy was born November 9, 1942, in Mecklenburg Co., a daughter of...

Judy Ann Stafford Harper, 81, formally of Harrisburg and most recently of China Grove, died August 13, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a period of declining health.A gathering of family...

Rebecca Newton


Rebecca Jean Newton, our sweet beautiful angel, peacefully went to her Heavenly home Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024, at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital.Born July 27, 2024, she was the daughter of Brandon Lee Newton and Madison Nicole York Newton. In addition to her parents, family members include her brother, Matthew Lee Newton; maternal grandparents, Tracey Wilkins (Shannon) and Bobby York (Valerie); her paternal grandparents, Robbie and Cynthia Newton;...

Rebecca Jean Newton, our sweet beautiful angel, peacefully went to her Heavenly home Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024, at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital.Born July 27, 2024, she...

Tommy BrackettKannapolis


Tommy Lee Brackett, 43, of Kannapolis, passed away unexpectedly at his home Saturday evening, August 10, 2024.Born October 29, 1980, in Concord, he was a son of Denny Lee and Kathy Diane Lynch Brackett.He was preceded in death by his wife, Brandi Leigh Ann Harmon, grandparents, James and Janice Lynch, Bessie Goodnight and James Howard Brackett.Tommy worked in the construction business most of his life, and enjoyed fishing, grilling out, riding and working on dirt bikes. Most of all, he...

Tommy Lee Brackett, 43, of Kannapolis, passed away unexpectedly at his home Saturday evening, August 10, 2024.Born October 29, 1980, in Concord, he was a son of Denny Lee and Kathy Diane Lynch...

James "Mark" AllenSalisbury


James Mark Allen, 61, of Salisbury, went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Tucker Hospice House, after a brief battle of severely declining health.Mark was born October 4, 1962 in Salisbury to Hoylene Overcash Allen and the late James Lee Allen. On September 11, 1982 he married Angela Beaver and they would have celebrated their 42nd anniversary this year.Mark was a dedicated maintenance technician for Food Lion for over 30 years before transitioning into a...

James Mark Allen, 61, of Salisbury, went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Tucker Hospice House, after a brief battle of severely declining health.Mark was born...

Gary KosmaAlbemarle


Gary Stonestreet Kosma, of Concord, NC, died on August 8, 2024, at the age of 80.Gary loved his Green Bay Packers and enjoyed hosting game nights for his friends. He was a talented jazz saxophonist and spent years repairing school band instruments for many local kids. Gary was also a talented watercolor painter and cartoon artist.Gary is survived by his sons Matt Kosma and Britt Kosma. He also leaves behind his granddaughter Lindsay Kosma and grandsons Ivan Kosma...

Gary Stonestreet Kosma, of Concord, NC, died on August 8, 2024, at the age of 80.Gary loved his Green Bay Packers and enjoyed hosting game nights for his friends. He was a talented...

Faye HollarKannapolis


Faye Sellers Hollar, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away August 7, 2024, at her home after a period of declining health.A funeral service to celebrate Faye’s life will be held at Whitley’s funeral Home at 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 11, with Pastor Aaron Edwards officiating. Her family will receive friends at the funeral home from 3:00 to 4:00 PM Sunday, prior to the funeral service. Her burial will be a private family function.Faye was born July 14, 1933, in Chesterfield SC, a...

Faye Sellers Hollar, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away August 7, 2024, at her home after a period of declining health.A funeral service to celebrate Faye’s life will be held at...

Julia PattersonConcord


Julia “Roberta” Baxter Patterson, 87, of Concord, peacefully passed away Sunday evening, August 4, 2024, at Concord Place Assisted Living, surrounded by the love of her family.Born July 31, 1937, in Royston, GA, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Estelle Sartain Baxter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elwood Bert Patterson, and her sister, Gladys B. Mishak.Mrs. Patterson had earlier worked for Cannon Mills, later working for...

Julia “Roberta” Baxter Patterson, 87, of Concord, peacefully passed away Sunday evening, August 4, 2024, at Concord Place Assisted Living, surrounded by the love of her family.Born...

William "Earl" SmithKannapolis


William “Earl” Smith, 92, of Kannapolis, went to be with his Lord, August 4, 2024 at Caremoor in Kannapolis.He was born September 9, 1931 in Moore Co. NC to the late Colin Landon Smith and Mary Ethel Black.Earl worked as a finish carpenter for Cannon Mills and retired with Atlantic American Properties after 30 years of service. He enjoyed woodworking and creating items out of all kinds of things. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church where he loved spending time...

William “Earl” Smith, 92, of Kannapolis, went to be with his Lord, August 4, 2024 at Caremoor in Kannapolis.He was born September 9, 1931 in Moore Co. NC to the late Colin Landon...

Frederick "Buddy" HilbishKannapolis


Frederick ‘Buddy” HilbishA much-loved husband, father, grandfather, friend and business man, Frederick “Buddy” Hilbish, 100, passed peacefully on August 3, 2024. He was born on April 20, 1924 in Piney River, VA to George Frederick Hilbish and Ada Lee Canody. He married Alice Jackson “Jack” on June 2, 1945, and went on to marry Betty Hagan in 1982. Buddy started his college education at VPI, now Virginia Tech, before going on to UVA earning a...

Frederick ‘Buddy” HilbishA much-loved husband, father, grandfather, friend and business man, Frederick “Buddy” Hilbish, 100, passed peacefully on August 3, 2024....

George "Frenchie" DavisKannapolis


George “Frenchie” Davis, 91, of Kannapolis, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, August 2, 2024.Frenchie was born on August 22, 1932 in Madison County, Georgia. He was a cherished son of the late William Daniel Davis and Sallie Mae Sorrow Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Frances Overcash Davis; three brothers and one sister.Frenchie was a gentle and quiet soul with a sharp sense of humor.The...

George “Frenchie” Davis, 91, of Kannapolis, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, August 2, 2024.Frenchie was born on August 22, 1932 in Madison...

Joyce GulledgeKannapolis


Joyce Mitchell Gulledge, 80, of Kannapolis passed away Wednesday July 31, 2024, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, NC. Joyce was born on February 2, 1944, in Rowan County to the late Austin Augustus Mitchell and the late Kathleen Pethel Mitchell.Joyce was a member of Lakewood Baptist Church in Kannapolis where she was a member of the WMU. Prior to her retirement, she worked many years as an office administrator for a medical equipment company.Those left to cherish...

Joyce Mitchell Gulledge, 80, of Kannapolis passed away Wednesday July 31, 2024, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, NC. Joyce was born on February 2, 1944, in Rowan County to the late...

Hector Millan PimentelKannapolis


Hector Millan Pimentel, 63, of Kannapolis, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Novant Health Huntersville.He was born September 3, 1960 in Cuernavaca, Mexico to the late Nicolas Millan Meraz and Eulalia Pimentel Nunez.Hector worked for South Creek Construction for 15 years as a landscaper. He was a hard worker, he enjoyed spending time outside, working in the yard and planting flowers, and he also enjoyed spending time with friends and family.He was preceded in death, along with his...

Hector Millan Pimentel, 63, of Kannapolis, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Novant Health Huntersville.He was born September 3, 1960 in Cuernavaca, Mexico to the late Nicolas Millan Meraz...

Judy SmithKannapolis


Judy Kay Furr Smith, 77, of Kannapolis, went to be with her heavenly Father on Monday, July 29, 2024.Judy was born on July 12, 1947 in Cabarrus County. She was a cherished daughter of the late Dewey Furr and Oma Mullis Furr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Cathy Allison and Marcelene Fschenbacher; and brother, Jerry Wilson Furr.Judy poured her heart into creating a warm home and enjoyed every moment spent with her children and grandchildren. Her joy...

Judy Kay Furr Smith, 77, of Kannapolis, went to be with her heavenly Father on Monday, July 29, 2024.Judy was born on July 12, 1947 in Cabarrus County. She was a cherished daughter of the late...

Michael CenterConcord


Michael David Center, 41 of Concord passed away suddenly at his residence on Sunday, July 28, 2024.Michael was born October 14,1982 in Pima Conty, Az. a son of the late Patricia Ann Jordan Center and David John Center of Concord. He was also preceded in death by a brother David Center.Survivors in addition to his father include two brothers, Daniel Center and wife Sandi of Tucson, Az. and Robert Center of Atlanta, Ga., and two sisters, Cynthia Dunlap and husband Mark of Houston, Tx. and...

Michael David Center, 41 of Concord passed away suddenly at his residence on Sunday, July 28, 2024.Michael was born October 14,1982 in Pima Conty, Az. a son of the late Patricia Ann Jordan...

Glen PowellSalisbury


Glen Powell, a beloved family man, passed away after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. He was 66. Glen was a devoted husband to his wife of 36years, Janet, and a proud father to his three daughters, Katie Miller, NikkiHaney, and Marla Powell.Glen is survived by his loving wife, Janet Herring Powell, and his daughters, Sergeant Marla Powell (NCSHP), Nikki (Jeff) Haney, and Katie Miller. He was a proud grandfather of Amber Miller and one great grandson Stetson Ellis. He...

Glen Powell, a beloved family man, passed away after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. He was 66. Glen was a devoted husband to his wife of 36years, Janet, and a proud father to his...

Elizabeth ChewningLandis


Elizabeth (Beth) Whitehead ChewningFlorence Elizabeth Whitehead Chewning, 67, entered her eternal rest on July 26, 2024. Beth loved her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ and lived a life of faithful service.Beth was born July 16, 1957, in Concord, NC. She was raised in Kannapolis, NC and lived in Landis, NC for over 40 years. She graduated from A.L. Brown High School in 1976. Beth then went on to graduate from UNC-Charlotte in 1980 and worked for the State of North Carolina for over...

Elizabeth (Beth) Whitehead ChewningFlorence Elizabeth Whitehead Chewning, 67, entered her eternal rest on July 26, 2024. Beth loved her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ and lived a life of...

Brenda MorganStanfield


Brenda Kay Love Morgan, 81, of Stanfield died peacefully at her home on July 25, 2024 with her family by her side after a period of declining health.A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Sunday July 28 at 4:00 PM at Kinza Memorial Baptist Church in Stanfield. Visitation will be immediately prior to the service, from 2:30 to 3:45 PMBrenda was born January 25, 1943, in Stanly Co., the daughter of the late Marvin James and Evelyn Louise Talley Love. She is survived by her...

Brenda Kay Love Morgan, 81, of Stanfield died peacefully at her home on July 25, 2024 with her family by her side after a period of declining health.A memorial service to celebrate her life will...

Mitchell MillerChina Grove


Mitchell Eugene Miller, 56, of China Grove, left this world suddenly to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.Mitch was born on November 17, 1967 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Leonard Levi Miller and Kathryn Elaine Treece Miller.Mitch embraced life with a deep love for the outdoors and a talent for fixing things. In his youth, he enjoyed motorcycles and softball.After a successful career in flooring installation, Mitch fulfilled his entrepreneurial dream...

Mitchell Eugene Miller, 56, of China Grove, left this world suddenly to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.Mitch was born on November 17, 1967 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son...

Carolyn CorriherChina Grove


Carolyn Evans Corriher, 82, of China Grove, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at home, following a period of declining health.Born June 11, 1942, in Salisbury, she was a daughter of the late Clyde and Alice Lowder Evans. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Leon, Benny, Stanley, Jackie, Ronnie, Dwight, Harveo and Clyde Jr Evans; and a sister, Wanda Allen.Mrs. Corriher was a wonderful and talented...

Carolyn Evans Corriher, 82, of China Grove, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at home, following a period of declining health.Born June 11,...

Betty WagnerKannapolis


Betty Owen Wagner, 91, went to be with her heavenly Father on Saturday evening, July 20, 2024, at her Kannapolis residence surrounded by her family. Betty was born on June 30, 1933, in Knox County, TN, daughter of East Miller Owen and Maud Lee Harper. Betty was a graduate of Central High School in the Fountain City neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. She graduated from Knoxville Business College and went to work for the Atomic Energy Commission in Oak Ridge where she would meet her future...

Betty Owen Wagner, 91, went to be with her heavenly Father on Saturday evening, July 20, 2024, at her Kannapolis residence surrounded by her family. Betty was born on June 30, 1933, in Knox...

Jeanne BoswellKannapolis


Jeanne Jenkins Boswell, 86 years old, of Kannapolis, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 20, 2024, in her home surrounded by her family. Jeanne was born on September 8, 1937, in Durham, NC to the late Theodore and Ormah Woods Jenkins.Jeanne was a graduate of UNC Greensboro in 1959, where she received her bachelor’s degree. Jeanne was a teacher for 26 + years in the Kannapolis City Schools, teaching Social Studies, particularly 8th grade North Carolina History. She was...

Jeanne Jenkins Boswell, 86 years old, of Kannapolis, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 20, 2024, in her home surrounded by her family. Jeanne was born on September 8, 1937, in Durham, NC...

Brenda BakerChina Grove


Brenda Rae Beaver Baker, 80, of China Grove, passed peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of July 20, 2024, at her home after a long period of declining health.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, July 23, at Whitley’s Funeral Chapel, with burial following at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service.Brenda was born August 29, 1943, to the late Ralph C. and Donnie Easley...

Brenda Rae Beaver Baker, 80, of China Grove, passed peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of July 20, 2024, at her home after a long period of declining health.Funeral services will...

Brenda WassumSalisbury


Brenda Katherine Reed Wassum of Salisbury, NC, left this world suddenly on July 18, 2024 at age 68.She was born on September 21, 1955 to the late Doris Jean Dolby and William Raymond Reed in New York State.After graduating from Clarion Area High School in Clarion, PA, Brenda attended Jeff Tech Practical Nursing Program and worked as an LPN in the emergency room at Clarion Hospital for 20 years. She then graduated as a registered nurse from Clarion University and started working as...

Brenda Katherine Reed Wassum of Salisbury, NC, left this world suddenly on July 18, 2024 at age 68.She was born on September 21, 1955 to the late Doris Jean Dolby and William Raymond Reed...

Katherine Cross


Katherine Anita Eggers Cross, 66, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at her residence.Katherine was born on August 16,1957 in Troy, New York. She was a cherished daughter of the late John Eggers and Hazel Berry Eggers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Jack Eggers and foster sister Janice Eldred.Kathie grew up in Hoags Corners and Castleton, NY and was a graduate of Maple Hill High School class of 1975. She later moved to Niskayuna, NY...

Katherine Anita Eggers Cross, 66, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at her residence.Katherine was born on August 16,1957 in Troy, New York. She was a cherished daughter of the...

Julia Griffin


Julia Ann Griffin, 71, of Forest City, NC passed away on Saturday July 13, 2024. Julia was born on October 3, 1952, in Rutherford County, NC. She is preceded in death by her parents James H. Griffin and Mary Sue Griffin, her brother, James Michael Griffin, Nephew, Brian Stacey Griffin, her son, Timothy Scott Carver, and her daughter, Melissa Ann Carver.Julia is a graduate of R.S. Central High School and attended Isothermal Community College. Julia aka Judy worked as an administrative...

Julia Ann Griffin, 71, of Forest City, NC passed away on Saturday July 13, 2024. Julia was born on October 3, 1952, in Rutherford County, NC. She is preceded in death by her parents James H....

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