Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Aug 17, 2024

Rosinell Josephine Hatley Cress,93 of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Caremoor Place in Kannapolis.

She was born April 22, 1931 in Stanly County, N.C. a daughter of the late Junie Washington Hatley and Alice Mae Earnhardt Hatley. Also preceding her In death was her husband, Luther Martin Cress, Jr....

Aug 15, 2024

Henry David Crowell, 72, of Kannapolis, passed away, Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.

He was born August 25, 1951 in Cabarrus Co. to the late Henry David Crowell Sr. and Vendetta Marie Clayton.

Henry was a union electrician working with nuclear power plants on the East Coast, he retired after 45 years...

Aug 14, 2024

SALISBURY- William K. (Ken) Cannon passed away peacefully, August 14th, 2024, at the accomplished age of 85. In his last moments, he was surrounded by his sons and his beloved Carlotta, at his home in Salisbury as he desired.

Born May 7, 1939, in Smyth County, Virginia, Ken was the eldest son of the late James Lewis...

Aug 13, 2024

Judy Ann Stafford Harper, 81, formally of Harrisburg and most recently of China Grove, died August 13, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a period of declining health.

A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Judy's life will be held at Whitley's Funeral Home on Saturday, August 24, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. A private interment...

Aug 12, 2024

Rebecca Jean Newton, our sweet beautiful angel, peacefully went to her Heavenly home Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024, at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital.

Born July 27, 2024, she was the daughter of Brandon Lee Newton and Madison Nicole York Newton.

In addition to her parents, family members include her brother, Matthew Lee Newton; maternal...

Aug 10, 2024

Tommy Lee Brackett, 43, of Kannapolis, passed away unexpectedly at his home Saturday evening, August 10, 2024.

Born October 29, 1980, in Concord, he was a son of Denny Lee and Kathy Diane Lynch Brackett.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Brandi Leigh Ann Harmon, grandparents, James and Janice Lynch, Bessie Goodnight and...

Aug 8, 2024

Gary Stonestreet Kosma, of Concord, NC, died on August 8, 2024, at the age of 80. Gary loved his Green Bay Packers and enjoyed hosting game nights for his friends.  He was a talented jazz saxophonist and spent years repairing school band instruments for many local kids.  Gary was also a talented watercolor painter and cartoon artist. Gary is...

Aug 8, 2024

James Mark Allen, 61, of Salisbury, went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Tucker Hospice House, after a brief battle of severely declining health.

Mark was born October 4, 1962 in Salisbury to Hoylene Overcash Allen and the late James Lee Allen. On September 11, 1982 he married Angela Beaver and...

Aug 7, 2024

Faye Sellers Hollar, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away August 7, 2024, at her home after a period of declining health.

A funeral service to celebrate Faye’s life will be held at Whitley’s funeral Home at 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 11, with Pastor Aaron Edwards officiating. Her family will receive friends at the funeral home from 3:00...

Aug 4, 2024

Julia “Roberta” Baxter Patterson, 87, of Concord, peacefully passed away Sunday evening, August 4, 2024, at Concord Place Assisted Living, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born July 31, 1937, in Royston, GA, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Estelle Sartain Baxter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Aug 4, 2024

William “Earl” Smith, 92, of Kannapolis, went to be with his Lord, August 4, 2024 at Caremoor in Kannapolis.

He was born September 9, 1931 in Moore Co. NC to the late Colin Landon Smith and Mary Ethel Black.

Earl worked as a finish carpenter for Cannon Mills and retired with Atlantic American Properties after...

Aug 3, 2024

Frederick ‘Buddy” Hilbish

A much-loved husband, father, grandfather, friend and business man, Frederick “Buddy” Hilbish, 100, passed peacefully on August 3, 2024. He was born on April 20, 1924 in Piney River, VA to George Frederick Hilbish and Ada Lee Canody. He married Alice Jackson “Jack” on June 2, 1945, and went on to marry Betty Hagan...

Aug 2, 2024

George “Frenchie” Davis, 91, of Kannapolis, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, August 2, 2024.

Frenchie was born on August 22, 1932 in Madison County, Georgia. He was a cherished son of the late William Daniel Davis and Sallie Mae Sorrow Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Jul 31, 2024

Joyce Mitchell Gulledge, 80, of Kannapolis passed away Wednesday July 31, 2024, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, NC.  Joyce was born on February 2, 1944, in Rowan County to the late Austin Augustus Mitchell and the late Kathleen Pethel Mitchell.

Joyce was a member of Lakewood Baptist Church in Kannapolis where she was a member of...

Jul 30, 2024

Hector Millan Pimentel, 63, of Kannapolis, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Novant Health Huntersville. He was born September 3, 1960 in Cuernavaca, Mexico to the late Nicolas Millan Meraz and Eulalia Pimentel Nunez. Hector worked for South Creek Construction for 15 years as a landscaper. He was a hard worker, he enjoyed spending time outside, working in...

Jul 29, 2024

Judy Kay Furr Smith, 77, of Kannapolis, went to be with her heavenly Father on Monday, July 29, 2024.

Judy was born on July 12, 1947 in Cabarrus County. She was a cherished daughter of the late Dewey Furr and Oma Mullis Furr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Cathy...

Jul 28, 2024

Michael David Center, 41 of Concord passed away suddenly at his residence on Sunday, July 28, 2024.

Michael was born October 14,1982 in Pima Conty, Az. a son of the late Patricia Ann Jordan Center and David John Center of Concord. He was also preceded in death by a brother David Center.

Survivors in addition...

Jul 27, 2024

Glen Powell, a beloved family man, passed away after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. He was 66. Glen was a devoted husband to his wife of 36 years, Janet, and a proud father to his three daughters, Katie Miller, Nikki Haney, and Marla Powell.

Glen is survived by his loving wife, Janet Herring Powell, and his...

Jul 26, 2024

Elizabeth (Beth) Whitehead Chewning

Florence Elizabeth Whitehead Chewning, 67, entered her eternal rest on July 26, 2024. Beth loved her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ and lived a life of faithful service.

Beth was born July 16, 1957, in Concord, NC. She was raised in Kannapolis, NC and lived in Landis, NC for over 40...

Jul 25, 2024

Brenda Kay Love Morgan, 81, of Stanfield died peacefully at her home on July 25, 2024 with her family by her side after a period of declining health.

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Sunday July 28 at 4:00 PM at Kinza Memorial Baptist Church in Stanfield. Visitation will be immediately prior to...