Obituary Listing

Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Wanda Carolyn Fisher

Wanda Carolyn Fisher

Dec 9, 2025

Wanda Carolyn Powers Fisher, 78, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. She was born, in Ashe County, on September 21, 1947, to the late Rev Arthur Lee Powers and Nona Howell Powers.

Carolyn and her first husband, Roby F. Woods Jr., raised three children, Sherry, Karl and Christopher. He preceded her in death on May 13, 2024....

Philip "Gene" Eugene Long

Philip "Gene" Eugene Long

Dec 8, 2025

Philip Eugene “Gene” Long, 83, of Kannapolis, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House.

Gene was born on January 31, 1942, in Cabarrus County to his loving parents, Ephriam Ernest Long and Ophelia Evalina Barnes Long, who preceded him in death.

Gene was a true entrepreneur with a vibrant, determined spirit. Over the years, he owned and operated...

Linda M. Bowlin

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,...

Saundra Kay Davis-Poplin

Saundra Kay Davis-Poplin

Dec 4, 2025

Saundra Kay Davis-Poplin, 81, of China Grove, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at her home.

Saundra was born May 21, 1944, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina to the late Clate Arley Davis and the late Mabel Irene White Davis.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, William R. Poplin of Rockwell, NC and sister, Barbara Davis Sutherland formerly...

Darrell Wayne Morgan Sr.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Elijah Russell Nixon

Nov 21, 2025

Elijah Russell Nixon was born in Peoria, Illinois, to his parents, Matthew Nixon and Tara Barnette. 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

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

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

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.

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

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...