Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC
Ferlon "Bub" Eugene Benton
Mar 1, 2026
Full Obituary is pending at this time.
Services for Bub will be held on Thursday, March 5, at Whitley’s Funeral Home with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM; his funeral will be held at 11:00 AM in Whitley’s Chapel, with Rev. Tim McQueen officiating. Burial with military graveside rites will be conducted at the Salisbury National Cemetery Annex in Salisbury at 2:30PM...
Tonya Emelita Sechler Sossoman
Feb 27, 2026
Tonya Emelita Sechler Sossoman, 66, of Mt. Gilead, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026, at First Health Hospice House in West End.
Tonya was born November 9, 1959, in Iredell County, North Carolina to the late Charles Herman Sechler and the late Margaret Helen Tanner Sechler.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Danny H. Sossoman, and her brother,...
Joann "JoJo" Stegall
Feb 24, 2026
Joann “JoJo” L. Stegall, 70, of Nebo NC went home to be with the lord on February 24th, 2026, after many years of declining health. Born on July 2, 1955, in Concord NC, she was the daughter of the late James Odell and Kathleen Morris Lambert.
Joann was raised in Kannapolis NC where she attended A L Brown High School and...
Sandra "Ravanelle" Williams
Feb 22, 2026
After many years of declining health, Sandra Ravanelle Williams, known as Ravanelle, passed away on February 22, 2026.
Born on July 27, 1938, Ravanelle was a Kannapolis native where she worked & lived her entire life. She handled billing for Concord Warehousing the majority of her work life until retirement in 2000. Ravanelle was happily married for 69 years to her...
Wayne Otto Wagoner
Feb 21, 2026
Wayne Otto Wagoner, 84, of Kannapolis, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Wayne was born on July 8, 1941, in Cabarrus County. He was the cherished son of the late Merrell Tokyo Wagoner and Pearl Gordon Wagoner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his nephew, Foy Lynn Barbee.
Wayne was...
Johnnie Ray Guinn
Feb 21, 2026
Johnnie Ray Guinn passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 21 at his home. He loved the Lord and he faithfully studied the Bible. He was a man who loved everyone and his herd of animals especially his dogs, and his horses. He had a heart of gold and was willing to donate his time and money to the needs of...
Jody Austin Holloman
Feb 20, 2026
Jody Austin Holloman, 54, of China Grove, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Jody was born May 6, 1971, in Chatham County, North Carolina; he was the son of the late John Cook and the late Golda Mae Nance Cook.
He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Debra Rich and Cindy Hill.
Survivors include children, Austin James Holloman and Zachery...
Beth Cook McLain
Feb 20, 2026
Beth Cook McLain, aged 76, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, at Atrium Health Cabarrus. She was born on September 24, 1949, in Cabarrus County to the late Samuel William Cook Jr. and Harriet Mae Craven Cook.
A proud graduate of the first class at Northwest Cabarrus High School, Beth furthered her education with a Bachelor’s and Master’s...
Lois Rebecca Horne Boone
Feb 20, 2026
Lois Rebecca Horne Boone, 84, of Landis, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at her home.
Lois was born December 21, 1941, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina to the late Atlas Paul Horne and the late Ruby Geneva Curlee Horne.
She was also preceded in death by husband, James Larry Boone; daughter, Tammy Hayes; siblings, Atlas Horne, Wilson Horne, Joe Horne,...
Cari Funderburk Summerford
Feb 18, 2026
Cari Funderburk Summerford, 59, of Kannapolis, North Carolina, passed away on February 18, 2026, at Atrium Health Cabarrus. Born on October 24, 1966, in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of Joyce Naomi Prevette Funderburk and the late William Gary Funderburk Sr.
Throughout her life, Cari exemplified love and dedication as a wife, mother, and grandmother. For many years, she served...
Lynn A. Cauble
Feb 17, 2026
Sarah Lynn Austin Cauble, 66, of Kannapolis, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at her home. She was born November 20, 1959, to the late James Vance Austin and Sarah Harriett Short Austin in Mecklenburg County, NC.
Lynn married the love of her life, John D. Cauble Jr. on January 26, 1980, at Shadybrook Baptist Church in Kannapolis, NC.
Lynn worked...
Richard Steven "Steve" Reese
Feb 15, 2026
Richard Steven (Steve) Reese was born on November 10, 1938, in Kannapolis, NC and passed on February 15, 2026, at Novant Hospital, Huntersville, NC.
He was the son of the late Shirley Thomas (Sherrill) Reese and the late Hettie Louise Cadell Reese. He is predeceased by his niece, Kristi Nesbitt Sherrill and his great nephews, Sebastian Lee Sherrill and Easton Beau...
Evelyn "Blondean" Harrington
Feb 13, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Evelyn Blondean Bennett Harrington, a
beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left us on February 13, 2026, leaving
behind a legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering strength that will forever inspire
those who knew her.
Born on December 18, 1935, in Kannapolis, NC. Blondean was the daughter of Lemis H
Bennett and Ethel J Lundsford. Her...
Harold W. Goins
Feb 13, 2026
Harold W. Goins, 95, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026.
Harold was born on September 15, 1930 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Vol and Annie Goins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by all his brothers and sisters; and his son-in-law, Buddy Kluttz.
Harold was a proud Army...
Fred Helms Jr.
Feb 10, 2026
Fred Helms Jr., 98, of Kannapolis, peacefully passed away on February 10, 2026, at his home.
Born on October 15, 1927, in Cabarrus County to the late Fred O. Helms Sr. and Arabelle Byrd Helms, Fred lived a life marked by dedication and service. A proud World War II veteran, he served his country in the U.S. Army, subsequently working at...
James "David" O'Neal
Feb 10, 2026
James “David” O’Neal, 79, of Kannapolis, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at his home.
David was born August 31, 1946, in Darlington County, South Carolina to the late Evander John Henry O’Neal and the late Verily Ellen Johnson O’Neal.
He was also preceded in death by wife, Linda Page O’Neal; son, James “Danny Boy” O’Neal; and siblings, Cricket Critchlow, Payton...
Vera Woodard Frettoloso Moss
Feb 9, 2026
Vera Sue Woodard Frettoloso Moss peacefully passed away on February 9, 2026, following complications from a recent cancer diagnosis. Although Vera spent the majority of her life in High Point, North Carolina, she spent her final years in Concord, North Carolina, to be closer to her children. She passed away just six days shy of her 89th birthday, surrounded by...
Ricky Dale Wiles
Feb 8, 2026
Ricky Dale Wiles, 67, of Kannapolis, Passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026 following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Ricky was born on July 30, 1958 in Cabarrus County. He was the cherished son of the late Vina Carol Wiles.
An avid golfer, Ricky won many trophies and proudly worked at Corbin Hills Golf Club in Salisbury, where he shared...
Roger Dwight Knotts
Feb 6, 2026
Roger Dwight Knotts, 75, of Salisbury, passed away, Friday, February 6, 2026 at the VA Hospice House in Salisbury.
He was born June 23, 1950, in Mecklenburg County, to the late Wallace Knotts and Artela (Sweeney) Knotts.
Roger was a veteran of the U.S. Marines serving during Vietnam War and also served in the U.S. Navy. For many years Roger was a...
Frederick Moses Stirewalt
Feb 6, 2026
Frederick “Moses” Stirewalt, 88, of Concord, NC, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Brookridge Retirement Community in Winston-Salem, NC.
Moses was born March 2, 1937, to the late Charlie Jeremiah Alexander Stirewalt and the late Mary Louise Murph Stirewalt of Kannapolis, NC.
He was also preceded in death by his wife of 26 years, Frances "Marilene" Stirewalt and siblings Mable...
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