Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Nov 19, 2020

The Reverend Maurice Edward Staley, age 93, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2020 in his home at Trinity Oaks Assisted Living, Salisbury N.C.

Maurice was born September 4, 1927 in Alamance, N.C., a son of William and Fannie Belle Staley.

In addition to his parents, Reverend Staley was preceded in death by his wife...

Nov 18, 2020

Raymond Franklin Hunter, 76, of Kannapolis, died Wednesday, November 18, 202 at Big Elm Nursing Center after a period of declining health.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, December 2 at Faith Baptist Church at 904 Chipola St. Kannapolis, with Rev. James Pauley officiating. His family will receive friends after the service.

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Nov 18, 2020

Grady Laverne  Leopard, 81, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully at Tucker Hospice House on November 18, 2020 after a short period of declining health.

Grady was born on October 19, 1939 in Saluda County, South Carolina, son of the late Grady Charlie Leopard and Katie Padgett Leopard.  In addition to his parents, Grady was preceded in death...

Nov 17, 2020

Evelyn Bernice Kennerly Young , 94, of Kannapolis, died Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at Novant Regional Medical Center in Salisbury.

Born on April 4, 1926 in Mt. Ulla, North Carolina; Evelyn was a daughter of the late William Cornelius Kennerly and Lillie Stewart Kennerly. In addition to her parents Evelyn is preceded in death by...

Nov 17, 2020

Margie Church of Kannapolis passed away on Tuesday, November 17, at the age of 97.

Margie was born on August 18, 1923 to Charles Crawford and Fannie Overcash Upright.

She retired from Cannon Mills Plant 1 having working in the sewing room, sheet department, and set department. One of her greatest achievements was playing women’s...

Nov 17, 2020

Brenda Lee Trull Kee, 60, of Concord passed away on November 17, 2020 at the Tucker Hospice House. She was born September 25, 1960 in Cabarrus County, a daughter of Robert Lee Trull and the late Shirley Jean Severt Trull.

Brenda ran her own cleaning business in the area for many years. She loved taking care of...

Nov 16, 2020

Alvin “Dean” Lail, 63, of Concord, passed away Monday evening, November 16, 2020, at Novant Health Presbyterian Hospital, from complications due to an accidental fall.

Dean was born January 12, 1957, in Concord, a son of the late Winferd Milton and Elizabeth Watts Lail.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother-in-law,...

Nov 16, 2020

Joyce Starnes Eagle, 91, of Kannapolis, went into her heavenly home on Monday, November 16, 2020.

Joyce was born on December 18, 1928 in Cabarrus County to the late William S. Starnes and Myrtle Tyson Starnes.

Joyce was a long-time, active member of Midway United Methodist Church. She joyfully taught the 3 and 4 year...

Nov 16, 2020

Derek Lamont Goodman, 58, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at the Tucker Hospice House and Palliative care of Cabarrus County. He was born March 28, 1962 in Cabarrus Co. the son of the late Glenn Lamont Goodman and Clara Howell Goodman. He worked for his father at Goodman Painting and was a general handyman and painter after the...

Nov 16, 2020

Karen Denise Lowery Smith, 58, of Kannapolis, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at home. Born July 3, 1962 in Concord NC, she was the daughter of Franklin and Peggy Stamey Lowery.

Karen loved her family and her canine companions. Her hobbies included cross stitching, knitting, color by numbers, and cooking.

Aside from her parents,...

Nov 14, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Phyllis Fern (Vale) Chase. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 11, 2020

Betty Sue Mincey, 86, of Hartfield, VA and formerly of Concord, passed away Wednesday, November 11. A celebration of her life will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, November 21, at Centerview Baptist Church. The Rev. Willie Rash and the Rev. David Haltom will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church,...

Nov 11, 2020

Janice Marilyn Carrouth Lynch, 79, of Kannapolis, passed away Saturday evening, November 7, 2020, at Accordius of Concord.

Born November 28, 1940, in York, SC, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Albert Lynch, and a step-son, Tony Lee Lynch.

Mrs. Lynch had been a loyal employee of Cannon Mills for more than...

Nov 10, 2020

John Edward Ball, 83, of Faith, peacefully passed away at his home Tuesday morning, November 10, 2020, following a period of declining health.

Born April 4, 1937, in Mecklenburg County, John was a son of the late Gwynn Franklin and Alda Irene Sloop Ball.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers,...

Nov 10, 2020

Jessie Lee Poindexter Brown, 79, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at home after a period of declining health. Born November 11, 1940 in Wilkes County, she was the daughter of the late Howard Ernest Poindexter and Era Wagoner Poindexter.

Jessie was co-owner/operator of Tool World with her husband Roy during her working years. She was of the...

Nov 7, 2020

Linda Gilbert Young, 71, of Kannapolis, NC had a great joy for living that was not deterred by chronic illness. Committed to family, teaching, and church she remained positive, feisty, outspoken, and loving until her death on November 7, 2020.  Born in Pulaski County, Virginia, to Edward and Marie Gilbert, she grew up surrounded by her brothers, cousins, grandparents,...

Nov 7, 2020

Charlotte Lee Sheley Hooton, 80, of Huntersville, passed away Saturday November 7, 2020 at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. Born December 12, 1939 in North Vernon, IN, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Verna (Perdue) Sheley.

During her working years, Charlotte was employed in the healthcare field. Her hobbies included quilting, crafting, sewing, and...

Nov 7, 2020

Paul Ellis Sanders, 94, of Davidson passed away Saturday, November 7, 2020 at the Tucker Hospice House. Paul was born in Ninety-Six, S.C., son of the late Paul Ellis Sanders Sr. and Narvice Bouknight Sanders. He was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred Darby and a half-brother, Jacob Bill Bouknight.

Paul grew up in Chester, S.C.,...

Nov 7, 2020

Seretti Ann Walters Hardin, 69, of Landis passed away on November 7, 2020 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. She was born March 5, 1951 in Iredell County, a daughter of the late Bill and Louise Johnson Walters.

Seretti retired from Rowan County Schools where she worked in the cafeteria at several schools. She was a member of Highest...

Nov 6, 2020

Shirley Ann Murph, 84, of Concord, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Friday, November 6, 2020 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. Born January 3, 1936 in Rowan County, she was the daughter of the late Perry Dudley and the late Esther Honeycutt Dudley.

Shirley retired from IBM Technologies as a shipping and...