Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC
Linda M. Bowlin
Dec 5, 2025
Linda M. Bowlin, 79, of Kannapolis, went to be with her Lord on Friday, December 5, 2025. She was born in Cabarrus County on January 9, 1946, to the late Ermon and Frances Barrier Moss. Linda was also preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Max Bowlin in 2021.
Linda retired from Cannon Mills, when they closed their doors,...
Darrell Wayne Morgan Sr.
Dec 3, 2025
Darrell Wayne Morgan Sr., 70, passed away December 3, 2025, after a brief illness. Per Darrell’s wishes, he was laid to rest at West Lawn Memorial Park in China Grove.
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
-John 3:16
Gloria Janet Turner
Dec 3, 2025
Gloria “Janet” Turner, 65 of Kannapolis passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a period of declining health.
She was born June 3, 1960 in Cabarrus Co. to the late James M. Tyson and Maxine Carolyn Harpe Tyson. Preceding her in death are parents and a nephew, Jeffrey Todd Abernathy.
Janet was a lover of pets (dogs), and...
Shirley Elaine Anderson
Nov 30, 2025
Shirley Elaine Anderson, 80, of Kannapolis, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital.
Shirley was born March 26, 1945, in Chautauqua County, New York to the late Paul and Bernice Westley.
She was also preceded in death by husband of 60 years, Donald Leon Anderson.
Survivors include children, Kelly Uhlig (Roger) of Kannapolis, NC, Donald C. Anderson of...
Shuford Harrison Belk Jr.
Nov 29, 2025
Shuford Harrison Belk, Jr., age 91, of Wilmington and formerly of Kannapolis, went home to be with his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ on November 29, 2025, at The Gardens of Statesville after a long battle with dementia and surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on October 5, 1934, in Monroe, North Carolina, he was the son of the...
Richard "Rick" A. Erwin
Nov 29, 2025
Richard “Rick” Alan Erwin, 71, went home to be with the Lord on November 29, 2025, at Best of Care Assisted Living where he had been in declining health for many years.
Rick was born on November 27, 1954, in Cabarrus County to the late William Lee Erwin Sr and Louise Winecoff Erwin.
He was a graduate of AL Brown Class of...
Donald Middlemiss
Nov 27, 2025
Donald Middlemiss, aged 80, of Kannapolis, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on November 27, 2025.
Born on February 3, 1945, in Warwick, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Donald and Florence Frazier Middlemiss. Donald had a fulfilling career, retiring after 16 years at Phillip Morris. His dedication to his work was mirrored by his commitment...
Bill Carithers
Nov 27, 2025
Bill Carithers, 90, of Taylors, SC passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at Greer Memorial Hospital in Greer, SC.
Bill was born on March 15, 1935, in Danielsville, Georgia to the late John Jackson Carithers and the late Reba Mae Owens Carithers.
He was also preceded in death by sons, Douglas Jerome Carithers and David Keith Carithers.
The family will receive friends...
Charles "Gene" Eugene Finney
Nov 26, 2025
Charles “Gene” Eugene Finney, 78, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Gene was born on June 14, 1947, in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Charles Ray Finney and Katherine Irene Brown Finney.
Gene was a man who found happiness in the simple things he loved most. He enjoyed...
Charles Conrad Hendrix
Nov 24, 2025
Charles Conrad Hendrix, 82, of Kannapolis passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24, 2025, surrounded by his four daughters and wife, Hazel, at his home.
He was born on March 26, 1943, in Mooresville, NC to the late Otis Bea Hendrix and the late Elsie Upright Whitman. He was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Britt and brother, David Hendrix.
Those...
Jeffery "Scottie" Jones
Nov 22, 2025
Jeffery “Scottie” Jones, 61, of Concord, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
Scottie was born on March 11, 1964, in Mecklenburg County. He was a cherished son of the late James Asper Jones and Ruby Jeanette Prince Jones. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Asper Jones.
A true NASCAR fan at heart, Scottie...
Elijah Russell Nixon
Nov 21, 2025
Elijah Russell Nixon was born in Peoria, Illinois, to his parents, Matthew Nixon and Tara Barnett. He spent 21 years growing into the fun, unique, and loving person everyone knew him to be. For the past six months, he’d been living in Mooresville, North Carolina, starting a new chapter and finding his own path.
Elijah loved the things that made him...
Leonard Joe Adkins
Nov 21, 2025
Rev. Leonard Joe Adkins, 83, entered his heavenly home on November 21, 2025, at Atrium Health Hospital in Concord, North Carolina. He was the beloved husband of Jessie Leadingham Adkins, who faithfully stood by his side throughout their life and ministry together.
Born on March 17, 1942, in New, West Virginia (Raleigh County), he was the son of Lee Burman Adkins...
Rachel Louise Combs Reece
Nov 21, 2025
Rachel Combs Reece, 93, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, November 21, 2025.
Rachel was born on May 9, 1932 in Cabarrus County. She was a cherished daughter of the late William “Mack” Combs and Easter Arthurs Combs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her seven siblings; her beloved husband, Conrad...
Doug Gibson
Nov 20, 2025
Doug Gibson, 58, of Kannapolis, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025 at his home.
He was born February 10, 1967 in Pontiac, MI to Annetta Louise Blevins Gibson and the late Kenny Don Gibson.
Doug drove a semi truck for R+L Carriers out of China Grove, He was a very family oriented person, Doug and his wife Carol enjoyed traveling especially going...
James Wayne Fritz Sr.
Nov 20, 2025
James “Wayne” Fritz Sr., 86, of Concord passed away, Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Tucker Hospice House.
He was born October 26, 1939, in Iredell Co. to the late John Paul Fritz and Clara Shelton Teeter Fritz.
Wayne graduated from A.L. Brown in 1957, he was an executive buyer for U.S. Foods, he was an avid antique car collector, he was a...
Kenneth "Kenny" Max Yow
Nov 19, 2025
Kenneth “Kenny” Max Yow, 59, of concord, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at his home unexpectedly. He was born on April 2, 1966, in Mooresville, North Carolina. A son to the late Larry Yow and Rebecca Cranford Byrd. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, David Yow and mother and father-in-law, Larry...
Milton Dyson
Nov 19, 2025
Milton Dyson, 88, of Santa Fe, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, with his family by his side while staying in Kannapolis, North Carolina. He was born on August 25, 1937, in Pecan Island, Louisiana to the late Ira and Victoria Scott Dyson.
Milton was a retired welder with Boilermakers local 132. After retirement, he enjoyed spending time fixing...
James Elliott Sorrow
Nov 19, 2025
James Elliott Sorrow, 81, of Kannapolis, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at MUSC Marion Medical Center.
James was born April 14, 1944, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina to the late James Ernest Sorrow and the late Mary Edith Rivers.
He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Mary Ann Sager of Kannapolis, NC and Bill Sorrow of San Diego,...
Sharon Smith Vaughn
Nov 17, 2025
Sharon Smith Vaughn, 70, of Mount Pleasant, formerly of Concord, passed away, Monday, November 17, 2025 at her home.
She was born June 24, 1955, in Concord, NC to the late George T. Smith and Mary Louise Marrow Smith.
Sharon worked in the dye room at Cannon Mills/Pillowtex until they closed, she then worked as a security guard/dock master for Bank of...
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