Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC
Russell Glenn Guthrie
Sep 26, 2025
Russell Glenn Guthrie, a dedicated employee with UPS and a proud U.S. Navy Veteran, passed away on September 26, 2025, in Cabarrus County. He was born on December 29, 1954, in Alamance County. Russell lived a life enriched by numerous interests and a passionate engagement with the people and activities he loved.
Russell was known for his technical savvy and mastery...
Tony Wayne Holder
Sep 25, 2025
Tony Wayne Holder, 72 of Concord passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Tucker Hospice House.
He was born November 3, 1952 in Cabarrus Co. to Betty Stirewalt Drye and the late Howard Lee Holder.
Tony worked in construction most of his life, working for SC Hondros and Joe Mann Builders, he was well liked and respected by his coworkers, Tony was...
Sandra Denise Whisnant
Sep 23, 2025
On September 23, 2025, our family said goodbye to our mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend — Sandi Lamb Whisnant.
Born December 6, 1958, Sandi lived a life marked by strength, independence, and unwavering loyalty to those she loved. She wore many hats in her lifetime: nurse, educator, church volunteer, PTO leader, and above all, mom and “Nana.” Her family was...
John Robert Campbell
Sep 22, 2025
John Robert Campbell Sr., 80, of Kannapolis, NC was unstrapped and carried to glory by angels on Sept.22, 2025. The official time of death was 3:16. John lived a simple life filled with smiles and laughter with his many friends and family. John could always be counted on to help others.
John joins his wife, Betty in their best life now...
James A. Lazenby
Sep 22, 2025
James A. Lazenby, age 79, of Concord, peacefully passed away on September 22, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus. Born on September 15, 1946, in Cabarrus County, he was the son of the late George A. Lazenby and Cora Robinson Lazenby.
James graduated from A.L. Brown High School, class of 1964, and went on to serve his country honorably as a Corporal...
Andree Dupont
Sep 21, 2025
Andree Dupont, 87, of Charlotte, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025, with her family by her side. She was born March 3, 1938, to the late Paul and Lorcia Dupont.
Andree was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, godmother, sister, aunt and friend. She loved her family, her children and especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Andree was a very religious person;...
Marie-Therese Dieudonne Laguerre
Sep 21, 2025
In Loving Memory of Marie-Therese Dieudonne Laguerre
Marie-Therese Dieudonne Laguerre, 84, of Kannapolis, passed away at her home on September 21, 2025. She was born May 18, 1941, the child of Lucrece and Andre Laguerre. She joins those who preceded her in death, her parents and her siblings Hudson, Joseph, George, Fan Fan and Monette.
Marie was a thoughtful and loving daughter,...
Vera Ruth Parker
Sep 21, 2025
Vera Ruth Beach Parker, 82, of Concord, passed away September 21, 2025, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. She was born December 24, 1942, to the late Glen and Inez Kluttz Beach.
Vera was married to Ernest E. Parker for over 64 years. Vera retired from Cannon Mills over 20 years ago. After retirement, Vera and Ernest loved traveling...
Jacqueline Joann Booth Page
Sep 20, 2025
Ms. Jacqueline Joann Booth Page, 73, of Rockwell, passed away on September 20, 2025, with her sons by her side.
Joann was born on December 5, 1951, at Monmouth Air Force base in Eatontown, New Jersey to the late Jacqueline Joyce Smith Booth and Obie Absalom Booth.
Joann was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Jerry "JW" Wayne Page....
Cruz Borges Mociño
Sep 20, 2025
El 20 de septiembre de 2025, nuestro querido Cruz Borges Mociño, de 49 años, falleció pacíficamente en Kannapolis, Carolina del Norte. Nacido el 16 de julio de 1976 en Hidalgo, México, Cruz vivió una vida llena de amor, risas y trabajo duro.
Cruz fue un esposo devoto de Olivia Barrera Benítez y un padre orgulloso de sus hijos: José Martín Borges...
Becky Ritchie Lyman
Sep 18, 2025
Becky Ritchie Lyman, age 77, of Landis, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Born in Rowan County, Becky was the daughter of the late Alis Ritchie and Sally Emalene Hart Ritchie. Throughout her life, Becky exemplified the spirit of caregiving, devoting herself to the well-being of others. Her home was often...
Carol Hamilton Lowder
Sep 16, 2025
Carol H. Lowder, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Big Elm Assisted Living.
She was born April 26, 1943 in Cabarrus Co. to the late Charles Wesley Hamilton and Inez Broadway Hamilton.
Carol worked for Cannon Mills for 20 plus years until her retirement. She enjoyed cooking, and cross stitching, Carol loved spending time with her granddaughters and...
Samuel Martin Shelby Jr.
Sep 15, 2025
Samuel M. Shelby, Jr., age 71, of Indian Lake Estates, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025. He was born on September 1, 1954, in Camden, New Jersey, and lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to those around him, and a deep passion for his craft.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Christine Franzen; his parents,...
David Earl Wilson
Sep 15, 2025
"...to be absent from the body, and to be present
with the Lord." 2 Corinthians 5:8
Mr. Wilson of Landis, NC, went home to be with his Lord on September 15, 2025.He was born in Charlotte, NC on August 11, 1931, to the late Austin David and Jollie Belle Purser Wilson. He was also predeceased by his brother, Larry.
He was educated in...
Michael "Wolfe" Lee Penninger
Sep 14, 2025
Michael “Wolfe” Lee Penninger, 63, of Concord, passed away peacefully at his home on September 14, 2025. He was born on September 20, 1961, in Cabarrus County to the late Charles Michael Penninger and Carolyn Lee Burton Penninger.
Mike dedicated 30 years of his life to serving with Cabarrus EMS, where he was not only a respected colleague but also a...
Barbara S. Bullock
Sep 14, 2025
Barbara S. Bullock, 86, of Partlow, Virginia (formerly of Kannapolis, NC) passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at home. She was born in Salisbury, NC on December 22, 1938, to Howard C. Sherrill and Aileen W. Sherrill.
Barbara retired from the former Cannon Mills Company where she worked in Plant# 1 in the sheet folding department. She was a...
Bobbie Jean Beam
Sep 14, 2025
Bobbie Beam, 91, of Kannapolis, NC, was called to Glory on September 14, 2025. Born on December 30, 1933, in Kannapolis, NC, she lived a life filled with love, faith, and devotion to her family.
Bobbie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She shared more than 60 lovely years of marriage with her husband Hank and together they...
Zachary Duane Smith
Sep 13, 2025
Zachary Duane Smith, 30, of Mooresville, entered into the Church Triumphant on Saturday, September 13, 2025, surrounded by family, friends, and his beloved dog, Macy. He was born in Mecklenburg County on May 10, 1995 to Mark and Patrice Smith, and proud big sister, Charlotte.
He was a graduate of South Rowan High School in 2013 and later received his Associate...
Stephen Allen White
Sep 11, 2025
Stephen Allen White, 83, of Greensboro, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Whitestone, a Masonic and Eastern Star Community in Greensboro. He was born on July 19, 1942, in Charlotte to the late Bronnie Little White and Allen White.
Stephen worked for many years with Eastern Airlines. He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Marshville, NC....
Peggy Sue Calloway
Sep 6, 2025
Peggy Sue Calloway, 66, of Salisbury, peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Novant Health Rowan.
Born on August 7, 1959, in Texas, she was the beloved daughter of the late Robert Bruce Calloway and Joyce Hill Calloway.
Peggy dedicated nine years to her work at Sunshine Boutique, where her warm spirit shone brightly. She found joy in spending time...
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