Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC
Bobby Lee Kerr
Jul 26, 2026
Bobby Lee Kerr, 93 of Mooresville, NC passed away peacefully at home on July 26th, 2026.
He was born on December 20th, 1932 in Rowan county, NC to the late Walter A. (Rube) Kerr and Arlene (Sudie) Heglar Kerr. Mr. Kerr was a lifetime member of Concordia Lutheran Church in China Grove, NC. where he served in the church in multiple...
Lewis Dale Baucom
Jul 26, 2026
The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM on Monday, August 3, 2026, at First Baptist Church of Kannapolis, 101 North Main Street, Kannapolis. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM, officiated by Dr. Thomas Cabaniss. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park Cemetery, 601 Mt. Olivet Road, Kannapolis.
A full obituary will be forthcoming.
Alex Jaden Rodriguez
Jul 25, 2026
Alex Jaden Rodriguez, 17, of Kannapolis, passed away on July 25, 2026. Born on November 29, 2008, in Cabarrus County, Alex was the beloved son of Roberto Rodriguez and Wendy McGuire.
A dedicated student, Alex graduated a year early from Performance Learning Center in 2026. He was pursuing his passion for mechanics at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, aspiring to become a light...
Kimberly Ruth Griffiths
Jul 25, 2026
Kimberly Ruth Griffiths, 33, of Concord, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Kimberly was born on December 18, 1992, in Texas. She was a cherished daughter of the late Kay Denise Milam Griffiths and Craig Allan Griffiths. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her loving companion, Zachary David Leontovich.
As a preschool teacher, Kimberly found...
James "Jimmy" L. Wallace, Jr.
Jul 25, 2026
James “Jimmy” Leslie Wallace, Jr. age 81, of Concord passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Jimmy was born May 16, 1945, in Darlington, SC, a son of the late James L. Wallace, Sr. and the late Lois Gainey Wallace. In addition to his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by his daughter, Crystal Winburn, 2 great-grandchildren Chloe and Michael...
Barbara Lee Barnhardt Moss
Jul 19, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, whose kindness, strength, and generous spirit touched the lives of so many. Barbara Lee Barnhardt Moss, 80, of Kannapolis, passed away after several years of declining health on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Rowan County.
Barbara was born March 20,...
John Henry Barbee
Jul 17, 2026
John "Henry" Barbee, 86, of Concord passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026, at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a period of declining health.
Funeral services will be held at Whitley's Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 22 with Rev. Chad Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Bethpage Presbyterian Church Cemetery. His family will receive friends on Wednesday at Whitley's...
Mary "Jannette" Rice Rogers
Jul 17, 2026
Mary “Jannette” Rice Rogers, 70, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026.
Jannette was born on August 31, 1955, in Cabarrus County. She was a cherished daughter of the late Paul James Rice and Rachel Leoma Harrington Rice. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Cameron Michael Elmore; and brother, Hal Overcash.
Jannette...
Donna Kay Cross
Jul 15, 2026
KANNAPOLIS: Donna Kay Cross, 76, died on Wednesday July 15, 2026, at her residence. She was born on September 14, 1949, daughter of the late Robert and Ellie Griggs Hagler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death with four sisters, Ethel Hunt, Barbara Safrit and Juanita Wyatt and Bobbie Mansingo, and three brothers Richard Halger, Mickey Hagler,...
Benny Wayne "Cookie" Cook, Jr.
Jul 15, 2026
Benny Wayne “Cookie” Cook, Jr., 66, of Kannapolis, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville.
Cookie was born February 5, 1960, in Iredell County, North Carolina to the late Benny Wayne Cook, Sr. and the late Sylvia Jeanette Daniels Strother.
He was also preceded in death by grandparents, Ben & Willie Faye Cook and...
Felix Guadalupe Reta
Jul 14, 2026
Felix Guadalupe Reta, age 47, of Landis, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
Born in San Benito, TX, Felix was the beloved son of Jose Guadalupe Reta and Felicitas Martinez Reta. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine during Iraqi Freedom (2005-2006) and continued his service as a 1st Sergeant in the U.S. National Guard for a total...
Dorothy Carol Smith Clifton
Jul 14, 2026
Dorothy Carol Smith Clifton, 87, of Concord, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Kannapolis Health and Rehabilitation.
Dorothy was born September 7, 1938, in Custer County, Oklahoma to the late Martha Alice Harris Smith and the late John William Smith.
She was also preceded in death by siblings, Margie Jean Smith and John Marvin Smith.
Survivors include husband of 55 years,...
Geneva "Bill" Y. Peeler
Jul 13, 2026
Geneva “Bill” Peeler 99, passed away peacefully after a brief decline in health, just shy of her 100th birthday. Having lived a long, full, and remarkable life, she will be lovingly remembered and celebrated by her family and friends.
A celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Whitley's Funeral Home, officiated by...
Edithe Daniel Slawson
Jul 12, 2026
Edithe Daniel Slawson, 95, of Salisbury, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
Edithe was born on April 6, 1931, in Davidson County. She was a cherished daughter of the late Marvin Faw Daniel and Maggie Pearl Daniel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Malvin H Slawson; brothers, Lonnie, John, Marvin, Earnest,...
Ned Jordan
Jul 10, 2026
Ned Jordan, 86, of China Grove, passed away Friday July 10, 2026, at Best of Care Assisted Living, where he had been for a short period of time. He was born July 25, 1939, in Royston, Georgia, to the late Harvey Jordan and Verba Chastain Jordan.
Ned was a graduate of Winecoff School. He worked for Joe Ervin Grading as an...
Sheila Collins Gryder
Jul 10, 2026
Sheila C. Gryder, 72, of China Grove, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 10, 2026. She was born August 6, 1953, in Alexander County to Arlie and Blanche Collins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Gryder; her parents; her brother, Eric Collins and her sister, Gloria Casper.
Sheila worked as an administrative assistant...
Douglas Franklin Langley
Jul 9, 2026
Doug Langley passed peacefully in his sleep on July 9, 2026, with his family close by. Doug was born to Alfred and Carrie Batson Langley on July 30 or 31, 1938, in Greenville, SC. No one is sure which date is correct, as the family Bible and birth certificates do not match. This story brought the family much joy and...
Johnny Ray Alexander
Jul 9, 2026
Johnny Ray Alexander Sr., 69, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Johnny was born on March 24, 1957, in Cabarrus County. He was the cherished son of the late Ray Alexander and Jessie Ritch Alexander. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Vickie Frances Alexander; daughter, Amanda Sustaite; brother, William...
Doris Odessa Kee
Jul 9, 2026
Doris Odessa Kee, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Taylor Glen Assisted Living Community.
Doris was born June 22, 1935, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina to the late John David Kee and the late Martha Mae Mabry Kee.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Charles Albert “Shake” Fisher and brother, Jack Kee.
The graveside service will...
Royal "Hal" Overcash Jr.
Jul 5, 2026
Royal "Hal" Overcash Jr., 73, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at Tucker Hospice House. Born on May 12, 1953, in Mooresville, NC, he was the son of the late Paul James Rice and Mary Marie Bowles Rice.
Hal dedicated 30 years to Lippard Components and ventured into truck driving with Cardinal and Lance. Known for his kindness...
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