Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC
Donald L. Hancock
Mar 3, 2026
Donald L. Hancock, age 82, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Tucker Hospice House.
Born on June 18, 1943, in Kannapolis, NC, he was the cherished son of the late Woodrow Wilson Hancock and Grace Pauline Hancock.
Donald dedicated 44 years of his life to Cannon Mills as a shift supervisor, demonstrating an exceptional work ethic...
Clotilda Weddington Rodgers
Mar 3, 2026
Clotilda Weddington Rodgers, 84, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Best of Care Assisted Living. She was born on August 30, 1941, to the late George and Beatrice Helms Weddington.
Clotilda was a proud graduate of A.L. Brown High School. She continued her education at Mars Hill College and Catawba College, pursuing her passion for learning...
Stanley Ernest Link
Mar 3, 2026
Stanley Ernest Link, 89, of Kannapolis, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Stanley was born on July 17, 1936, in Rowan County to the late George Albert Link and Carrie Elizabeth White. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janice Bowles Link; his sisters, Dorothy Dixon,...
Gerald "Jerry" Ray Bradley
Mar 2, 2026
Gerald “Jerry” Ray Bradley, aged 71, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away on March 2, 2026, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte.
Born on May 16, 1954, in New York, Jerry dedicated a significant part of his life to serving his country as a paratrooper and in explosive ordnance disposal with the U.S. Army, enlisting in 1974. After his...
Dorris Jean Fleming Overman
Mar 1, 2026
Dorris Jean Fleming Overman, 88, of Salisbury, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 1, 2026, after 17 years of residence in nursing homes, of which the last 14 years were at Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation of Salisbury, NC.
Dorris was born September 30, 1937, in Rowan County, North Carolina to the late Earl Stanley Fleming and the...
Ronald Lee White
Mar 1, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Lee White, born March 19, 1955, who went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the age of 70.
Ronald was born in Cabarrus County, North Carolina to the late Phillip Isaiah White and the late Mary Catherine Helms White.
He was also preceded in death by daughter,...
Ferlon "Bub" Eugene Benton
Mar 1, 2026
Ferlon Eugene “Bub” Benton, 80, of Kannapolis, formerly of Concord, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Atrium Health – Cabarrus after a period of declining health.
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....
Joyce Winona Measimer
Feb 28, 2026
On February 28, 2026, Joyce took the trip of her lifetime. She went Paradise to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. And although we are left behind with broken hearts, we have all these memories to hold onto and cherish.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Isaac Newton Benfield, and Lillie Mae Hubbard Benfield. As well as brothers,...
Tonya Emilita Sechler Sossoman
Feb 27, 2026
Tonya Emilita 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...
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