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Linda Johnson Kannapolis
Rep. Linda Kay Pennell Johnson, 74, of Kannapolis went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, after a brief period of declining health.
A funeral service celebrating Linda’s life will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, February 22, at North Kannapolis Baptist Church with Dr. Keith Pisani officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. Her family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 to 3:00 PM Saturday.
Linda was born May 2, 1945, in Cabarrus County, daughter...
Rep. Linda Kay Pennell Johnson, 74, of Kannapolis went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, after a brief period of declining health.
A funeral service celebrating Linda’s...
Robert Grooms Salisbury
Robert L. Grooms, 76, of Salisbury, passed away Monday February 17, 2020 at The Citadel in Salisbury. Born on October 26, 1943 in Guilford County, NC he was the son of the late Luther and Betty Outlaw Grooms.
Robert spent his working years as a spinner in the textile industry. His favorite past times were gardening and fishing.
Robert’s beloved wife, Cathy Key Grooms preceded him in death. He is survived by four children Paul Grooms and wife Christy of Rockwell, Jennifer Uriostegui...
Robert L. Grooms, 76, of Salisbury, passed away Monday February 17, 2020 at The Citadel in Salisbury. Born on October 26, 1943 in Guilford County, NC he was the son of the late Luther and Betty...
Coleen Eagle Kannapolis
Coleen Smith Eagle, 84, of Kannapolis passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020. She was born August 2, 1935 in Concord, a daughter of the late Henry and Adriene Starrette Smith.
Coleen was a graduate of Hartsell High School. She was employed with Hugh Grey Hosiery, Carol May Hosiery Mills and Cannon Mills of Kannapolis. She was a lifetime member of Trinity United Church of Christ where she sang in the choir.
Coleen is survived by her husband, Bobby L. Eagle and son, Bobby Keith Eagle...
Coleen Smith Eagle, 84, of Kannapolis passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020. She was born August 2, 1935 in Concord, a daughter of the late Henry and Adriene Starrette Smith.
Coleen was a...
David Stennett Kannapolis
David Daley Stennett, 41, of Kannapolis, passed away unexpectedly on February 15, 2020.
David was born in Monroe, Louisana on December 25, 1978 to the late Loma Otis Stennett and Gumercinda Urbina Stennett, who survives.
David honorably served in the United States Army National Guard for six years and spent 11 months deployed in Iraq in Operation Desert Storm. He was an active boxer and fighter and was known as “Street Warrior.” He always had a great sense of humor and loved to...
David Daley Stennett, 41, of Kannapolis, passed away unexpectedly on February 15, 2020.
David was born in Monroe, Louisana on December 25, 1978 to the late Loma Otis Stennett and Gumercinda...
Shirley Chambers Salisbury
Salisbury-
Shirley Ann Chambers, 84, gently passed away Saturday morning, February 15, 2020, at Citadel of Salisbury, where she had been a resident.
Born March 10, 1935 in Cabarrus County, she was a daughter of the late Franklin Lonzo and Janie Catherine Blackwelder Chambers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Cora Lee Walker, John, Charlie and Jimmy Chambers, and Polly Carriker.
Shirley had attended and graduated from the...
Salisbury-
Shirley Ann Chambers, 84, gently passed away Saturday morning, February 15, 2020, at Citadel of Salisbury, where she had been a resident.
Born March 10, 1935...
Mary Campbell Gastonia
Mary Caroline Campbell, 98, of Gastonia went to be with the Lord on February 14, 2020.
Born in Robinsville, NC, on October 16, 1921, she witnessed incredible changes in her world. Mary was a deaf mute and throughout her life she had many challenges with her disability. Once you got to know her, she was very funny and had a wonderful attitude. She grew her own food, and canned what she could. She also amazed others with her sewing skills by producing hundreds of quilts and her...
Mary Caroline Campbell, 98, of Gastonia went to be with the Lord on February 14, 2020.
Born in Robinsville, NC, on October 16, 1921, she witnessed incredible changes in her world. Mary was...
Dale Edward Harris, 94, of Old Alfred Road Hollis, Maine (formerly of Kannapolis) passed away Thursday February 13, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Salisbury, Pennsylvania, November 15, 1925 the son of Dewey and Agnes Murray Harris.
Dale grew up in Pennsylvania and graduated from local schools. Dale served in the US Navy aboard the USS Richard J. Ward in the Atlantic Fleet. He worked for many years as an Automotive Electrician at places like United Auto and Portland Clutch. He...
Dale Edward Harris, 94, of Old Alfred Road Hollis, Maine (formerly of Kannapolis) passed away Thursday February 13, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Salisbury, Pennsylvania, November...
Mary Barnhardt China Grove
Mary Frances Correll Barnhardt, aka Mary Frances, Mary, Mama, MaryB, Miss Mary, Grandma Hart, 91, of China Grove, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 13, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was born on November 11, 1928 in China Grove to the late Richard Love Correll and Minnie Ruth Story Correll.
Mary graduated in 1947 from Farm Life High School in China Grove and was in the first class to go through 12 years. She began working in high school. During her career...
Mary Frances Correll Barnhardt, aka Mary Frances, Mary, Mama, MaryB, Miss Mary, Grandma Hart, 91, of China Grove, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 13, 2020 surrounded by...
Danny Little Kannapolis
Kannapolis, NC
Danny Martin Little “Popper”, 80, of Kannapolis passed away at his home on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020 after a period of declining health.
A funeral service to celebrate Danny’s life will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, Feb. 14 at Whitley’s Funeral Chapel with Rev. Andy Downs officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park and his family will receive friends after the burial at the graveside.
Danny was born Oct. 25, 1939 in Cabarrus Co., a son of the...
Kannapolis, NC
Danny Martin Little “Popper”, 80, of Kannapolis passed away at his home on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020 after a period of declining health.
A funeral service to celebrate...
Annie Price Spencer, NC
Annie Lyman Price, 89 of Spencer, formerly of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Compass Health and Rehabilitation in Spencer following a period of declining health.
She was born September 29, 1930 in Iredell County, NC a daughter of the late Walter James Lyman and Addie Brack Lyman. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Acie Price in 1987.
Annie was employed in the spinning department of Cannon Mills, Plt. #1. She was a resident of...
Annie Lyman Price, 89 of Spencer, formerly of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Compass Health and Rehabilitation in Spencer following a period of declining...
William Mac Fite Kannapolis
William Mac Fite, affectionately known as “Mac”, 96, of Kannapolis went into his heavenly home on Sunday, February 9, 2020.
Mac was born on September 18, 1923 in Cleveland County, NC to the late Nallie Fite and Nettie Wright Fite. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nancy Reba Lovelace Fite in 1990 and three brothers, Henry Fite, George Fite, and Hal Fite.
Mac proudly and honorably served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Army,...
William Mac Fite, affectionately known as “Mac”, 96, of Kannapolis went into his heavenly home on Sunday, February 9, 2020.
Mac was born on September 18, 1923 in Cleveland County, NC...
Joseph Sloop Kannapolis
Joseph Gary Sloop, 80, of Kannapolis N.C. passed away Saturday, February 8, 2020. He was husband to Mable Sloop, father to 10 Children, 22 Grandchildren, 41 Great-grandchildren and 9 Great-great-grandchildren.
His Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, February 15 at 12:30 p.m. at Eastwood Baptist Church, 320 Cook Street, Kannapolis N.C.
Joseph Gary Sloop, 80, of Kannapolis N.C. passed away Saturday, February 8, 2020. He was husband to Mable Sloop, father to 10 Children, 22 Grandchildren, 41 Great-grandchildren and 9...
Harry McCartney Kannapolis
Harry James McCartney, 84, of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 7, 2020 at his residence following a period of declining health.
Harry was born November 17, 1935 in Venango Co. Pa. a son of the late Harry James McCartney and Gertrude Stoudt McCartney Dechant.
In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his 1st wife, Betty Jo Hughes McCartney in July, 2010 and his 2nd wife, Lydia Cox McCartney on June 7, 2019.
He was also preceded in death by three...
Harry James McCartney, 84, of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 7, 2020 at his residence following a period of declining health.
Harry was born November 17, 1935 in Venango...
Curtis Simmons Concord
Curtis Relaford Simmons, 94, of Concord, peacefully passed away Friday morning, February 7, 2020, at Tucker Hospice House.
Born June 7, 1925 in Hull, GA, he was a son of the late James Hosie and Mary Smith Simmons. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Mary Charlotte Willoughby Simmons in 2008, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and a son-in-law, James Hathcock.
Curtis retired after 30 years of loyal service as a truck...
Curtis Relaford Simmons, 94, of Concord, peacefully passed away Friday morning, February 7, 2020, at Tucker Hospice House.
Born June 7, 1925 in Hull, GA, he was a...
Winfred Bryant Kannapolis
With the soft brush of angel wings, Winfred Bowman Bryant, 87, left this earthly body behind to gain his new one in Heaven, on February 7, 2020.
He was born December 22, 1932 in Cabarrus Co. to the late Allen Cleveland and Lillie Ida Chandler Bryant.
Winfred was in 701st Military Police from 1952-1961 U.S. Army
He was preceded in death by a son Gerald W. Bryant, a daughter Julie E. Ward, a brother Allen Lloyd Bryant, two sisters, Willie Mae Brown and Margaret Reid.
Those left to cherish...
With the soft brush of angel wings, Winfred Bowman Bryant, 87, left this earthly body behind to gain his new one in Heaven, on February 7, 2020.
He was born December 22, 1932 in Cabarrus Co. to...
Mildred Lawing Kannapolis
Kannapolis-
Mildred Irene Upright Lawing, 84, passed away Thursday morning, February 6, 2020, at Atrium Health Cabarrus, following a period of declining health.
Born September 3, 1935 in Iredell County, she was a daughter of the late Robert Lee and Irene Rimer Upright. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings Gladys Morgan Brown, Robert Junior Upright, Ray Daniel Upright, Barbara Upright Crisco, Sadie Jean Dewitt, Rev. Kenneth Upright...
Kannapolis-
Mildred Irene Upright Lawing, 84, passed away Thursday morning, February 6, 2020, at Atrium Health Cabarrus, following a period of declining health.
Born September...
Bobby Wilson Salisbury
Bobby Ray Wilson, 61, of Salisbury, passed away February 5, 2020 at Atrium Health in Charlotte after a brief period of declining health. Born March 20, 1958 in Iredell County, he was the son of the late Earnest Leroy and Barbara Ann Payne Wilson.
He spent his working years as a well driller.
Bobby is survived by his wife Teresa Ritchie Wilson; a daughter, Kimberly Jones and husband Dustin of Salisbury; a son, Robert Wilson of Salisbury; a grandson, Cohen Jones; three sisters, Glenda...
Bobby Ray Wilson, 61, of Salisbury, passed away February 5, 2020 at Atrium Health in Charlotte after a brief period of declining health. Born March 20, 1958 in Iredell County, he was the son of...
Pearl Brannon Concord
Pearl Karriker Brannon, age 93 of Concord went to be with the Lord on February 5,2020 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis following a period of declining health.
Pearl was born January 31, 1927 in Rowan County, NC a daughter of the late Hugh Vasteen Karriker and Julia Wright Weddington Karriker. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband of 61 years; Allen King Brannon (Breezy) on February 5, 2009.
She was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in...
Pearl Karriker Brannon, age 93 of Concord went to be with the Lord on February 5,2020 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis following a period of declining health.
Pearl was born January 31, 1927...
William Heyworth, Jr. Kannapolis
William “Bill” Heyworth, Jr., 79, passed away peacefully, Tuesday morning, February 4, 2020, at Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord.
Born February 11, 1940, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, he was a son of the late William and Dorothy Smeaton Heyworth. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his first wife, Zelma Heyworth; a sister, Donna McVey; and a son, Charles Edward Heyworth.
Bill had honorably served his country with the US Navy from 1958-1962, where...
William “Bill” Heyworth, Jr., 79, passed away peacefully, Tuesday morning, February 4, 2020, at Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord.
Born February 11, 1940, in New Bedford,...
James "Jim" Venos Charlotte
ames “Jim” Peter Venos, 52, of Charlotte went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at his residence. Death was unexpected.
Jim was born November 22, 1967 in Cook County, Il. a son of Peter L. Venos of Michigan and the late Ellen Daly Feinstein Venos.
Jim loved music, traveling, being with his sons and was known to have never met a stranger. He was employed by Delta Airlines in Charlotte as a supervisor in the baggage department.
He graduated from Grand Blanc High...
ames “Jim” Peter Venos, 52, of Charlotte went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at his residence. Death was unexpected.
Jim was born November 22, 1967 in Cook County,...
Alice Stamey Kannapolis
Alice Mishak Stamey, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away Monday February 3, 2020 at her home after a period of declining health.
Born on April 8, 1937 in Wilkes County, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Zoie Smith Mishak. A 1956 graduate of China Grove High School, Alice was a member of Unity Baptist Church. She worked for over 30 years at Cannon Mills/Pillowtex Company in the Dying and Bleaching Department.
Aside from her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Ted Albert...
Alice Mishak Stamey, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away Monday February 3, 2020 at her home after a period of declining health.
Born on April 8, 1937 in Wilkes County, she was the daughter of the...
Brenda Carter Salisbury
Brenda Sweezy Carter, 77, of Salisbury passed away, Monday, February 3, 2020 at Trinity Oaks in Salisbury.
She was born April 22, 1942 in Cleveland Co. to the late Franklin Curtis Sweezy and Lula Sophia Poole Sweezy.
Brenda was a RN at Rowan Memorial Hospital spending most of her time in ICU for most of her working career. She enjoyed spending time with her family and going on vacations with them, she enjoyed doing meals on wheels and being involved with her church Mt. Tabor, she...
Brenda Sweezy Carter, 77, of Salisbury passed away, Monday, February 3, 2020 at Trinity Oaks in Salisbury.
She was born April 22, 1942 in Cleveland Co. to the late Franklin Curtis Sweezy and Lula...
Martin Howard (Papaw) Casper, 94 of Kannapolis passed away on February 3, 2020 at the Living Center in Concord. Howard was born on January 22, 1926 to the late Martin and Grace Casper.
He was a lifetime resident of the area and an active Cub Scout leader of Troop 35 at his church.
He served his country in World War II in the US Army Company “H” 341st Infantry Division. He was a faithful employee at the China Grove Cotton Mill for 50 years until his retirement. He was an...
Martin Howard (Papaw) Casper, 94 of Kannapolis passed away on February 3, 2020 at the Living Center in Concord. Howard was born on January 22, 1926 to the late Martin and Grace Casper.
He was a...
Rita Hendley Landis
Rita Irene Johnson Hendley, 71, of Landis, passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2020.
Born on January 13, 1949 in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of the late Jay Edward Johnson and Grace Morris Johnson Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Arthur “Buddy” Johnson.
Rita worked at Cannon Mills as an office ticket clerk for over 35 years. She later volunteered at Atrium Health Cabarrus NE, where she always friendly and never met...
Rita Irene Johnson Hendley, 71, of Landis, passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2020.
Born on January 13, 1949 in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of the late Jay Edward Johnson and Grace...
Lloyd Ketner Kannapolis
Lloyd Elwood Ketner of Kannapolis, 90 years of age, born in Franklin Township, Salisbury, NC on July 26, 1929 answered the high calling of the Lord Jesus Christ and went to his heavenly home ( Philippians 3:14) on February 1, 2020.
He was the son of the late Charles Adam Ketner and Mary Lee Troutman Ketner. He was also preceded in death by three sisters; Ruth Ketner Caldwell, Cleo Ketner Glenn, and Myrtle Ketner Waddell, and two brothers; Roy C. Ketner and Clyde Ketner.
Lloyd was a...
Lloyd Elwood Ketner of Kannapolis, 90 years of age, born in Franklin Township, Salisbury, NC on July 26, 1929 answered the high calling of the Lord Jesus Christ and went to his heavenly home...
Corbert Pate Kannapolis
Corbert Ray Pate “Ray”, 73, peacefully entered into eternity on Friday, January 31, 2020, at
Liberty Lane VA Hospice House in Salisbury, NC at 3:33 pm, surrounded by his loving family.
He had been in declining health for several years, but is now free of pain and dancing in Glory
with his Lord and Savior along with those gone on before him.
Born January 5, 1947, in Cabarrus County, NC, he was the son of the late J.W. Pate and Helen
Tickle Pate. In addition to his parents,...
Corbert Ray Pate “Ray”, 73, peacefully entered into eternity on Friday, January 31, 2020, at
Liberty Lane VA Hospice House in Salisbury, NC at 3:33 pm, surrounded by his loving...
Betty Pethel Kannapolis
Betty McDuffie Goodnight Pethel, 84, of Kannapolis, passed away, January 29th, 2020 at the Tucker Hospice Home. She had been gently cared for by the staff and administrators at Best of Care for several years of declining health.
Betty was born August 23, 1935 in Franklin County, Georgia, a daughter of the late Earl F. and Eunice Hanley McDuffie. In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by brothers Marion, James, Earl and Willie McDuffie; and sisters Mary Sue Lunsford, Blondine...
Betty McDuffie Goodnight Pethel, 84, of Kannapolis, passed away, January 29th, 2020 at the Tucker Hospice Home. She had been gently cared for by the staff and administrators at Best of Care for...
Mary Gill Concord
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Mary Jo Gill, 91, passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 29, 2020, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born December 14, 1928 in Weirton, WV, she was a daughter of the late Levi and Mary Ann Young Harris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Gill, Sr.
Mrs. Gill had been employed with TRW for many years, where she was a respected and knowledgeable inspector. Her life story would be incomplete...
Concord-
Mary Jo Gill, 91, passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 29, 2020, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born December 14, 1928 in Weirton, WV, she...
Salvatore LaCivita Kannapolis
Salvatore Louis LaCivita, 76, of Kannapolis, went into eternal rest on Thursday, January 23, 2020.
Salvatore was born on April 3, 1943 in East Walpole, Massachusetts to the late Louis LaCivita and Columbia Grosso.
Salvatore honorably served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam War veteran. He was a strong man who was always optimistic and positive. He was a man of all trades and a self-employed entrepreneur. He loved to travel the world with his dear wife, Bette, by his side. He was...
Salvatore Louis LaCivita, 76, of Kannapolis, went into eternal rest on Thursday, January 23, 2020.
Salvatore was born on April 3, 1943 in East Walpole, Massachusetts to the late Louis LaCivita...
Earl Poole Kannapolis
Earl Ray Poole, 87, of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at his residence. Death was unexpected.
Ray was born August 7, 1932 in Cabarrus County, NC a son of the late Earl James Poole and Mary Lou Edison Poole.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Carolyn Teal Poole on April 16, 2001, three sisters; Betty Strickland, Linda Power, and Barbara Mauldin, and brother, Homer Poole.
Ray was employed with Cannon Mills Plt. #1,...
Earl Ray Poole, 87, of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at his residence. Death was unexpected.
Ray was born August 7, 1932 in Cabarrus County, NC a son of the...
Robert (Bob) Misenheimer Kannapolis
On Tuesday, January 21, 2020, Robert “Bob” Smith Misenheimer passed away in the comfort of his home. He was a devoted father and grandfather, and the loving husband of Bernie (Hileman) Misenheimer for 62 years.
Bob was born to Chester and Lula (Riley) Misenheimer on August 8, 1931 in Cabarrus County, NC. Following his United States Air Force service during the Korean War, he received his Bachelor of Arts from Catawba College, and his Master of Arts from Appalachian State...
On Tuesday, January 21, 2020, Robert “Bob” Smith Misenheimer passed away in the comfort of his home. He was a devoted father and grandfather, and the loving husband of Bernie (Hileman)...
Johnnie Harrell III Kannapolis
Johnnie William Harrell III, of Kannapolis passed away on January 21, 2020. He was born October 10, 1963 in Cabarrus County, a son of Martha Lee Harrell of Kannapolis and the late Johnnie William Harrell Jr.
Johnnie was a graduate of A.L. Brown High where he played in the band. He then went to Central Wesleyan College and Central Piedmont Community College where he graduated with a Graphic Arts degree. He worked in printing most of his life, also worked at Philip-Morris, Inc. Johnnie loved...
Johnnie William Harrell III, of Kannapolis passed away on January 21, 2020. He was born October 10, 1963 in Cabarrus County, a son of Martha Lee Harrell of Kannapolis and the late Johnnie William...
Lewis London Mooresville
Lewis Gray London, 84, of Shelby and formerly of Mooresville, went into his heavenly home on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.
Gray was born in Iredell County on March 25, 1935 to the late James Lewis London and Naomi Elizabeth Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dora London, and siblings Robert London, Gene London, and Joyce Wendelken.
Gray honorably served his country in the United States Army. He was a graduate of the American Institute of Baking in...
Lewis Gray London, 84, of Shelby and formerly of Mooresville, went into his heavenly home on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.
Gray was born in Iredell County on March 25, 1935 to the late James Lewis...
Jeffrey Carter China Grove
Jeffrey Dale Carter, 63, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 20, 2020, at his home, following an extended illness.
He was born September 21, 1956, in Iredell County to the late L.M.Carter and Faye Yost Carter. As a young man, Jeff earned his Eagle Scout award. . Jeff was a 1974 graduate of South Rowan High School and Davidson County Community College. He worked for ASMO in Statesville N.C. for approximately 30 years. He was involved in the community by acting as...
Jeffrey Dale Carter, 63, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 20, 2020, at his home, following an extended illness.
He was born September 21, 1956, in Iredell County to...
Jeffrey Wilson Salisbury
Salisbury-
Jeffrey “Johnny” Fields Wilson, 70, peacefully passed away and went to be with his Lord, Monday, January 20, 2020, from Atrium Health Cabarrus, with his family by his side.
Born May 20, 1949 in Rockingham County, he was a son of the late Jack Wade Wilson and Evelyn Curry Wilson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Angel; and 2 brothers, Jerry “Fuzzy” Wilson and Ricky Wilson.
Mr....
Salisbury-
Jeffrey “Johnny” Fields Wilson, 70, peacefully passed away and went to be with his Lord, Monday, January 20, 2020, from Atrium Health...
William "Bill" Looman Davidson
William “Bill” Thomas Looman, 77, of Davidson went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 17, 2020 at Tucker Hospice House, Kannapolis following a short illness.
Bill was born July 12, 1942 in Raleigh County, WV, a son of the late John Jefferson and Mary Virginia Furr Looman.
He was of the Pentecostal Faith. Bill was a driver for BFI for 26 years until his retirement. He collected baseball cards and yo-yos. He enjoyed working outside in his building, and eating peppermints.
He...
William “Bill” Thomas Looman, 77, of Davidson went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 17, 2020 at Tucker Hospice House, Kannapolis following a short illness.
Bill was born July...
Kelly Beheler Kannapolis
Kelly Daniel Taft Beheler, 55, was called home to heaven on January 16th, 2020. Kelly was born in Gastonia, NC on June 25th, 1964. Throughout his life, Kelly worked as a heavy machine operator for the city. A Husky for life, Kelly graduated from Hunter Huss high school in 1982. Known for his kind soul and huge loving heart, anyone who knew Kelly knew that he loved his GI Joes, video games, and was a big kid at heart.
What Kelly loved most in the world was his wife, Karen, and their dog,...
Kelly Daniel Taft Beheler, 55, was called home to heaven on January 16th, 2020. Kelly was born in Gastonia, NC on June 25th, 1964. Throughout his life, Kelly worked as a heavy machine operator for...
James Goforth Kannapolis
James “Jim” Mitchell Goforth, 84, of Kannapolis passed away on January 15, 2020. He was born May 11, 1935 in Cabarrus County, a son of the late William Woodrow Goforth and Mary Dennard Goforth. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Cindy Barbee.
Jim was a retired veteran of the US Army for 3 years and the US Air Force for over 20 years. He was a life member of the VFW. Jim was also a Mason and a Shriner. After retiring from the military, Jim worked as a guard at the Salisbury...
James “Jim” Mitchell Goforth, 84, of Kannapolis passed away on January 15, 2020. He was born May 11, 1935 in Cabarrus County, a son of the late William Woodrow Goforth and Mary Dennard...
Tonda Hollars Kannapolis
Kannapolis-
Tonda Overcash Hollars, 44, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at Atrium Health Cabarrus, following a brief illness.
Born June 9, 1975 in Cabarrus County, she was a daughter of Hal and Susan Branch Overcash.
In addition to her parents, family members include her stepmother, Linda Overcash; her son, Trey Hollars (Kristen); her siblings, Todd Overcash and his fiancée, Jessica, Steve Ross (Teresa), Clyde Ross (Audrey), Angie Ross and Gregg...
Kannapolis-
Tonda Overcash Hollars, 44, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at Atrium Health Cabarrus, following a brief illness.
Born June 9, 1975 in Cabarrus...
Hunter Patrick Lang, lovingly known as “Big White,” passed away January 14, 2020, at the age of 18, in Huntersville, North Carolina. He was born in Tampa, Florida to Chris and Carrie Lang. He attended Bradley Middle School and Hough High School where he played football and established lifelong friends. Hunter was an avid sports fan and loved being outdoors. Whether it was fishing, four-wheeling, karate or fast cars, Hunter lived a big, adventurous life. He could fill a room with...
Hunter Patrick Lang, lovingly known as “Big White,” passed away January 14, 2020, at the age of 18, in Huntersville, North Carolina. He was born in Tampa, Florida to Chris and Carrie...
Larry Carl Weddington, 68, of China Grove, passed away at home unexpectedly Tuesday, January 14, 2020.
He was born in Iredell County on May 7, 1951 to the late Carl Preston Weddington and the late Gladys Goodman Weddington.
Larry graduated from South Rowan High School in 1969. While at South, he was an avid football player that received several honors. One of them, being the MVP Eudy Award, which you can still find hanging in the entrance way of the school.
After high school he received...
Larry Carl Weddington, 68, of China Grove, passed away at home unexpectedly Tuesday, January 14, 2020.
He was born in Iredell County on May 7, 1951 to the late Carl Preston Weddington and the...
Mildred Marlowe Kannapolis
Mildred Patricia “Patty” Marlowe, 74, of Kannapolis was ushered into Heaven Tuesday January 14, 2020. Born May 10, 1945 in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Mildred Teague Harris.
During her working years, Patty was employed at Cannon Mills and later at Faith Nursery School.
Patty is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Wayne Marlowe; three sons, Tyrone W. Marlowe, Jr, Jerry G. Marlowe and wife Melissa, and Kip T. Marlowe and wife Elizabeth,...
Mildred Patricia “Patty” Marlowe, 74, of Kannapolis was ushered into Heaven Tuesday January 14, 2020. Born May 10, 1945 in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of the late Clarence...
Robert Stirewalt Mooresville
Mooresville-
Robert Alexander Stirewalt, 81, passed away Sunday evening, January 12, 2020, at Tucker Hospice House, following a lengthy battle with cancer.
Born March 18, 1938 in Cabarrus County, he was a son of the late Will and Agnes Stirewalt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Darrell Lee Stirewalt in 2014, and his sister, Martha Stirewalt.
Robert was a 1957 graduate of Landis High School and married the love of his life,...
Mooresville-
Robert Alexander Stirewalt, 81, passed away Sunday evening, January 12, 2020, at Tucker Hospice House, following a lengthy battle with cancer.
Born March...
Mirta Gomez-Martinez passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020.
A funeral mass will take place at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, January 15, 2020.
Mirta Gomez-Martinez passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020.
A funeral mass will take place at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, January 15, 2020.
Elda Canup Kannapolis
Elda Irene Goudy Canup, 83, of Kannapolis, went into eternal rest on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
She was born on December 9, 1936 in Camden, NJ to the late Maxon Goudy and Elda Irene Marshall Goudy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Donald Goudy, William Goudy, and Wade Goudy, and sisters, Maxine Thomas and Mildred Hall.
Elda spent her career as an accountant for various types of businesses. In her free time, she enjoyed sewing and reading. Most of all,...
Elda Irene Goudy Canup, 83, of Kannapolis, went into eternal rest on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
She was born on December 9, 1936 in Camden, NJ to the late Maxon Goudy and Elda Irene Marshall...
Winfred "John" Galloway Kannapolis
Winfred B. “John” Galloway, age 94, of Kannapolis, NC died peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
John was born September 21, 1925 in Darlington, SC, a son of the late John Jefferson and Cora May Galloway.
John was one of many young men who served heroically in WWII, serving from December 24, 1944 to April 13, 1946. At the age of 19 years John entered action in the Battle of the Bulge on Christmas Eve 1944, in Company A of the 290th Regiment 75th Division, where...
Winfred B. “John” Galloway, age 94, of Kannapolis, NC died peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
John was born September 21, 1925 in Darlington, SC, a son of the late...
John William Russell, 82, of Rockwell NC went to be with his Lord on January 10, 2020.
He was born on December 9, 1937 to the late Edgar and Dorothy Russell.
Those left to lovingly remember him include his beloved wife of 60 years, Martha Ann Russell, his daughters: Teresa (Gary) Bailey, Helen Clay, and Karen (Jerry) Leazer, grandchildren: Jessica Hathcock, Clinton Lesley, Kristina (Chris) Kee, Jonathan (Johanna) Lang, and John Clay, along with four great-grandchildren, three brothers, and...
John William Russell, 82, of Rockwell NC went to be with his Lord on January 10, 2020.
He was born on December 9, 1937 to the late Edgar and Dorothy Russell.
Those left to lovingly remember him...
Timothy Hyman China Grove, NC
Timothy Anglus Hyman, 60, of China Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 9, 2020.
Timothy was born on July 3, 1959 in Florence, SC to the late Marvin Eugene Hyman and Jeanette Campbell Hyman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Joanne Hyman and two brothers, Michael Hyman and Terry Hyman.
Timothy worked as a sales representative for The Flowers Group (NAPA) for 25 years. He was an avid fan of the South Carolina Gamecocks. He never met a...
Timothy Anglus Hyman, 60, of China Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 9, 2020.
Timothy was born on July 3, 1959 in Florence, SC to the late Marvin Eugene Hyman and Jeanette...
Wilma Elizabeth Heath Concord
Wilma Elizabeth “Betsy” Matthews Heath, 79, of Concord, N.C. went to be with her Lord on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Accordius Health of Concord. She had been in declining health but death was unexpected.
Betsy was born January 14, 1940 in Forsyth County, NC a daughter of the late Luther James Matthews and Wilma Elizabeth Fussell Matthews. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Jim Matthews and her husband of 51 years, Rev. Larry Michael Heath on September 7,...
Wilma Elizabeth “Betsy” Matthews Heath, 79, of Concord, N.C. went to be with her Lord on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Accordius Health of Concord. She had been in declining...
Harriet Yates Kannapolis
Kannapolis, NC
Harriet Adams Yates, 71, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a brief period of declining health.
A memorial service to remember and celebrate Harriet’s life will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, January 13 at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mark Vickers officiating. Her family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 to 2:00 PM Monday prior to her memorial service.
Harriet was born June 13, 1948 in Kannapolis, the...
Kannapolis, NC
Harriet Adams Yates, 71, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a brief period of declining health.
A memorial service to remember and celebrate...
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