Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Sep 20, 2024

Michael Wayne Litaker Retired Chief Warrant Officer US Navy, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away at The Meadows of Rockwell, September 20, 2024.

He was born in Cabarrus Co. to the late Lex James Litaker and Ruby G. Bostian Litaker.

Michael was a 1960 graduate of A.L. Brown High School, he served on the USS Power during the Cuban Missile Crisis, he received...

Sep 19, 2024

Carolyn E. Norris, 88, of Kannapolis, passed away Thursday evening, September 19, 2024, at Salisbury Rehabilitation and Nursing of Salisbury.

Born December 15, 1935, in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of the late Grace Tanner Jackson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur “Bill” Norris Jr. and her sons, Wilbur “Billy” Norris, III and Danny Henry Norris.

Carolyn...

Sep 18, 2024

William Lloyd” Red” Doss, 54, of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord September 18, 2024.

“Red” was born August 26, 1970, in Cabarrus Co., a son of William and Nancy Doss of Kannapolis. “Red” was a lifelong area resident. He worked at Metrolina landscaping as a heavy Equipment operator/superintendent. Red was the best operator in the world, he always said...

Sep 18, 2024

Ray Edward Ritchie, 85 of China Grove, N.C. went to be with the Lord on Wednesday September 18, 2024 following a period of declining health.

Ray was born October 25, 1938 in Rowan County, N.C. a son of the late Lewis Edward Ritchie and Gladys Deal Rtchie. He was also preceded in death by two brothers Jimmie and Charles Ritchie. 

Ray was...

Sep 18, 2024

Nancy Louise Beam Robinson, 86, of Salisbury passed away on September 18, 2024 at Liberty Commons Nursing Home in Salisbury.Nancy was born on May 14, 1938 in Iredell County, NC to the late Fred Beam and the late Ivy Nichols Beam. Nancy worked as a weaver at Cannon Mills for over 10 years, she was a previous member of 1st...

Sep 17, 2024

Juanita Harrington Brawley

November 4, 1924- September 17, 2024

Juanita Harrington Brawley, 99, of Kannapolis died Tuesday, September 17th at Best of Care Assisted Living in Kannapolis.

 Born on November 4, 1924 in Cabarrus County, she was the oldest daughter of the late Allen Lee Harrington and Thelma Baucom Harrington. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters,...

Sep 15, 2024

Shelbie Jean Barnhardt Parrish, 87, of Kannapolis, passed away Sunday morning, September 15, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus, following a period of declining health.

Born August 22, 1937, in Cabarrus County, she was a daughter of the late Charlie Welldon Barnhardt and Mary Irene Smith Barnhardt.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Sep 14, 2024

Samuel "Sammy" Brown, born on July 5, 1981, in Concord, NC, passed away on September 14, 2024, in Lexington, NC. A proud graduate of AL Brown High School, Sammy was known for his warm spirit and love for being surrounded by friends and family.

He is survived by his father, Craig Brown and step mother Linda Brown,...

Sep 13, 2024

Cathy Vanpelt Moore, 73 of Kannapolis, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 13, 2024.

Cathy was born on November 6, 1950 in Cabarrus County. She was a cherished daughter of the late Clarence Reid Vanpelt Sr. and Fannie Lee Critz Vanpelt.

Cathy’s heart was drawn to the mountains, where she...

Sep 10, 2024

Ernestine Elizabeth Bevins Lemons, 89, of Kannapolis, NC passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Concord.

She was born August 28, 1935 in Oklahoma to the late Ernest Lawrence Bevins and Daisy Marie Matlock Bevins.

Ernestine worked for GE for many years and after her retirement she volunteered at RSVP where...

Sep 10, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Vickie G. (Robinson) Cooper. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 9, 2024

Oscar Daniel Bost, Jr. 69 of China Grove passed away on Monday September 9, 2024 at Transitional Health Service of Kannapolis.

Oscar was born on February 22, 1955 in Cabarrus County to the late Oscar Daniel Bost, Sr. and the late Alma Wood Bost.

Oscar worked as a supervisor in the Public Service Department.  He...

Sep 9, 2024

Annie Lee Thomas, 97, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 9, 2024.

Annie was born on January 7, 1927 in Stanly County. She was a cherished daughter of the late William Cesar Thomas and Daisy Ann Mullis Thomas. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Frankie Wayne Blackwelder; great...

Sep 8, 2024

Rafael Angeles Varela, 19, of China Grove passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at Novant Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte.

He was born September 8, 2005 in Rowan County, NC a son of Luis Angeles Guerrero of Salisbury and Ma. Dolores Varela Arredondo of China Grove.

Rafael was a May 2024 graduate of Carson High...

Sep 6, 2024

Betty Jean Puntch Moore, age 98, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at Caremoor Assisted Living Center on Friday, September 6, 2024, after a period of declining health.

Betty was born February 23, 1926, in Cabarrus Co., a daughter of the late James B. and Mae DeMarcus Puntch. She was a life-long area resident and life-long member of...

Sep 4, 2024

Gary “Glenn” Baynard, 77, of Salisbury, N.C. went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2024 at his residence following a period of declining health.

He was born November 16, 1946 in Rutherford County, N.C. a son of the late Rev. Paul Luther Baynard and Annie Jeanette Baynard. He was raised by Nellie Baynard whom he...

Sep 4, 2024

Bobbie Lee Elliott Cline Pigg, 94, of Kannapolis, passed away September 4, 2024 at her home.

Funeral service will be held Thursday September 12, 2024 at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel at 3:30 pm. Rev. Ron Hartman will be officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 2:30 to 3:30 pm at Whitley’s Funeral Home. Burial...

Sep 4, 2024

Johnny Lehan Gray Jr., 73, of Concord, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.

Johnny was born on April 21, 1951 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Johnny Lehan Gray Sr. and Mildred Alice Burris Gray. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Pam Rowland...

Sep 2, 2024

Charles “Wayne” Mitchell, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away September 2, 2024, at his home after a period of declining health.

A memorial service celebrating Wayne’s life will be held at Whitley’s Funeral Home at 12:00 pm, on Thursday, September 12, with Rev. Stephen Autrey officiating. Inurnment of cremains will follow at the Salisbury National Cemetery Annex at...

Sep 2, 2024

Joseph David Ellison, 52, of Harrisburg, passed away, Monday September 2, 2024.

He was born December 21, 1971 in Concord, NC to James R. Ellison and the late Sylvia A. Ellison.

He was preceded in death by a daughter Kayla Michelle Ellison, mother Sylvia A. Ellison, brother Robbie Ellison and granddaughter Savannah Rose Nickelson.