Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Apr 23, 2024

Larry Delane Gardner, 79, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born on July 1, 1944 in Mooresville, NC to the late Frank Theodore Gardner Sr., and Amy Frye Gardner. Larry worked in the insurance business for 27 years and later owned an underground cable installation business...

Apr 23, 2024

Bobbie Jean Clayton Pressley, 89, of Kannapolis, died Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Tucker Hospice House after a period of declining health.

A graveside service will be held at Carolina Memorial Park, at 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 28. 2024 with Rev. Dr. Mary John Dye officiating.

Bobbie was born July 5, 1934, in McDowell County,...

Apr 20, 2024

Eugene “Gene” Brooks of Kannapolis went to be with his Lord and Ginny, his wife of 63 years who pre-deceased him, on April 20, 2024. He was 92. He was born on February 24, 1932, to O.C. and Gladys Brooks of Kannapolis. His brothers were J.L. and Guy, both of whom pre-deceased him. He served in the U.S. Air...

Apr 19, 2024

Charlotte Louise Josey Crainshaw, 90, of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 19, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

She was born May 28, 1933 in Rowan County, N.C. a daughter of the late Banks Alexander Josey and Dorothy Mildred Basinger Josey.  Also preceding her in death was her husband...

Apr 18, 2024

The most unique, interesting, and loving gentleman has gone to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. William (Whit) L. Whitley Jr. (68), devoted father and grandfather, entertainer, and dedicated funeral director, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 due to injuries resulting from an accident in South Dakota. Whit was on what he described as “the adventure...

Apr 15, 2024

Damian Lynn Holshouser, 54, of Salisbury died unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, April 15, 2024.

He was born May 6, 1969 in Rowan County, N.C. a son of the late Troy Lee Holshouser and Frankie Annette Beaver Holshouser.

Damian was a 1987 graduate of East Rowan High School. He had been employed as a...

Apr 14, 2024

Sally Jane Wilson, 72 years old, of China Grove, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 14, 2024. Sally was born on August 27, 1951, in Mecklenburg County to the late Beverly and Mary Rushing Wilson.

Sally loved her cat Tryker. She also enjoyed traveling and riding her Harley Davison motorcycle and drinking her...

Apr 12, 2024

Martha Gaddy Helms, 76, of Kannapolis, went to be with her heavenly Father on Friday, April 12, 2024 at the Tucker Hospice House following a courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer. Martha was born April 11, 1948, in Mecklenburg County to the late Henry Clay Gaddy and Lois Turner Gaddy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Apr 11, 2024

James Edward Earnhardt, 81, of Concord, peacefully passed away Thursday afternoon, April 11, 2024, at his home, surrounded by love.

Born June 21, 1942, in Concord, he was the son of the late Sidney Eugene and Gladys Dorton Earnhardt.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Tamera West Earnhardt and his...

Apr 10, 2024

Earlene Delette Honbarrier Wallace, 84, passed away on April 10, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Bahama NC after a period of declining health.

A funeral service to celebrate Earlene’s life will be held at Whitley’s Funeral Home at 2:00 PM Sunday, April 14, with Rev. Bill McCall officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. Her...

Apr 8, 2024

Gregory “Greg” Scott Daniels, 55, of Kannapolis, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024. Greg was born on June 20, 1968 in Burlington, NC to the late Harold “Smiley” Daniels Jr. and Treva Agnew Daniels. Greg had a passion for music and was happiest doing anything that involved the making of music or assisting others in their creative pursuits....

Apr 8, 2024

Clifford “Cliff” Gilbert Pethel, 78, of Kannapolis passed peacefully surrounded by family on April 8, 2024, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis after a period of declining health. A celebration of life gathering will be held to remember Cliff at Whitley’s Funeral Home on Saturday, April 13, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM. Cliff was born April 21, 1945, in...

Apr 8, 2024

Clinton Arthur Morrow Sr. 85, of Kannapolis, passed away, Monday, April 8, 2024 at The Greens of Cabarrus.

He was born January 16, 1939, in Cabarrus Co. to the late Clint E. Morrow and Emma Mann Morrow.

Clinton worked at Cannon Mills for 29 years, he also served in the National Guard for 9 years,...

Apr 7, 2024

Candace Rebecca Boles, 42, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, April 7, 2024. She was born March 4, 1982, to Brenda Gordon in Midwest, Oklahoma.

Candace graduated from GEMS Academy in 2000. She married Michael Boles on November 9, 2018. Candace enjoyed doing anything with arts and crafts. Her imagination led her to...

Apr 7, 2024

Kay “Denise” Milam Griffiths, 63, of Concord, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Denise was born on August 18, 1960 in Cabarrus County. She was the treasured daughter of the late Cecil Doyle Milam and Letha Melton Milam. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a baby girl.

Denise was a...

Apr 7, 2024

Faye Elizabeth Jones Cain, 79 years old, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2024.  Faye was born in Giles County, TN on May 2, 1944, to the late Alton and Jessie Branch Jones.

Faye’s biggest love was her family.  She also enjoyed going to the beach, shopping, and cooking for her family during the holidays....

Apr 6, 2024

Peggy A. (Murdock) Harkey, long time Kannapolis resident, passed away on April 6, 2024. She was 88 years old. Her parents were the late Fred L. Murdock and Annie Overcash Murdock of Troutman, N.C.

Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, Perry N. Harkey, a son Barry N. Harkey and daughter, Deborah L. Harkey. Her remaining...

Apr 3, 2024

David Russell Phelps

“Dave”

Dave passed away following a tragic auto accident on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.  Dave lived a full and vibrant life.  He touched the lives of many along the way.  He was a humble, gentle, soft-spoken man.  He loved the Lord and served him daily.  His Christian living was a...

Apr 3, 2024

Deborah Ann Toney Byrd, 68, of Woodleaf, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Deborah was born on June 21, 1955 in Mecklenburg County, NC. Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, April Wiles and husband, Jason; three grandchildren, Vincent Cannon, Jesse Cannon, and Rebecca Cannon; one great-grandchild, Cambria Cannon and four sisters. Services will remain...

Mar 27, 2024

Scotty Duane Hubbard, 63, of Salisbury, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.

Scotty was born October 4, 1960 in Texas. He was a cherished son of Betty Cauble Hubbard and the late William Dixon Hubbard. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his brother, Doug Hubbard.

Scotty leaves behind a...