Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Aug 7, 2025

Shirley V. Morris Harkey, 90, of China Grove, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025. She was born on June 11, 1935, to the late Craig and Pearl Holshouser Morris in Rowan County.

Shirley worked for many years at China Grove Textiles. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and cooking. Shirley loved taking trips with her family; it didn’t matter if it was...

Aug 7, 2025

Marion “Carleen” Rogers Freeze, 89, of Landis, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

Carleen was born on November 11, 1935, in Gaston County. She was a cherished daughter of the late Carl Rogers and Annie Mae Campbell Rogers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Doyce Freeze and her brother, Bill Rogers.

Carleen...

Aug 5, 2025

Hugh “Carl” Carlyle Short, 75, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025.

Carl was born on March 14, 1950, in Gaston County. He was a cherished son of Betty Hill Short and the late Earl Short. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Matthew McCall.

Carl honorably served the United States and retired from...

Aug 4, 2025

Donald Wayne Bost, 73, of Mooresville, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 4, 2025. He was born on January 20, 1952, in Cabarrus County to the late Eugene S. and Mary Livingston Bost.

Don was a 1970 graduate of South Rowan Senior High School and earned his associate’s degree from Wingate College before enlisting in the United States Air Force in...

Aug 4, 2025

Wilma Furr Smith, formerly of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 4, 2025. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded by her daughters April Denise Smith, Candice Marie Smith and Elizabeth Ann Goodson.

Wilma was born on January 28, 1951 to the late Reverend John Arthur Furr and Grace Rhodes Furr. She was married for 41...

Aug 4, 2025

Karen Brantley Rowland, born December 2, 1946, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina at the age of 78. She lived in Kannapolis for 76 years. For the remaining 2 years of life she resided at Westminster Assisted Living in Rock Hill , South Carolina.

She was...

Aug 2, 2025

Mary Ann Sorrow Sager, aged 85, of Kannapolis, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at her home.

Born on August 8, 1939, in Concord, Mary was the beloved daughter of the late James Ernest Sorrow and Mary Elizabeth Rivers. She dedicated her life to caring for others as a Registered Nurse at the W.G. Bill Hefner V.A....

Jul 29, 2025

Margaret Mary Hock Raitz, 82, of Kannapolis, North Carolina died July 29, 2025. Born February 9, 1943 in Columbus, Ohio. 

Her education included Rosary and Watterson Catholic High Schools (Columbus), Ohio University (Athens), and Central Piedmont Community College (Charlotte). She worked many years at UNC-Charlotte in the Drama and Kinesiology Departments.

Margaret leaves behind her sons, Brian E. Raitz (Christa), grandchildren Jack...

Jul 27, 2025

Morris Roosevelt Jones, 92, of Faith Community, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 27, 2025 at Liberty Commons in Salisbury, NC after 4 months of declining health.

Morris was born on February 26, 1933, in Buncombe County. He was a cherished son of the late Winfred (Winnie) Lee Jones and Martha June Gibbs Jones. In addition to his parents, he was...

Jul 27, 2025

Rena Elizabeth Whitley Kluttz, a cherished resident of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the age of 96 in Brookdale of Concord. Born on May 8, 1929, in Stanly County, she was the beloved daughter of the late Claudius Albert Whitley and Fannie Caroline Eudy Whitley.

Rena's legacy is woven through her unwavering dedication to...

Jul 26, 2025

Nicholas Scott Ostergaard, a beloved father, son, brother, and partner, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and relentless determination.Nicky was the kind of dad every kid dreams of having – patient, protective, and always present. As a brother and son, he brought laughter, loyalty, and unwavering support to his family.Everyone knew Nicky. Whether it was running Jukebox...

Jul 26, 2025

Martha Wyatt Clayton, born on January 4, 1949, in Wilkes County, entered eternal rest on July 26, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House, departing this life with a joyous spirit, “went to heaven a shouting love for the Father and the Son.”

Martha dedicated 18 years to her career at Cannon Mills Company, where she excelled in the Data Entry and Retirement...

Jul 20, 2025

Dorothy Ann Westmoreland Milstead

January 2, 1954 – July 20,2025

Chesapeake, VA

Dorothy (Dottie) Ann Westmoreland Milstead was born January 2, 1954 in Charlotte, NC at Presbyterian Hospital where she would later graduate as a Registered Nurse. She grew up the 4th daughter of the late Kenneth (Ken) Alexander Westmoreland and Sarah Elizabeth (Lib) Oehler Westmoreland on their North Mecklenburg County dairy farm...

Jul 19, 2025

Jerry “Stephen” McInnis Jr., 41, of Albemarle, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025.

Stephen was born on July 22, 1983 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Ruth Haggin and Jerry Stephen McInnis Sr. In addition to his mother, Stephen was preceded in death by his niece, Kendra L. Wilson.

Stephen was a true outdoorsman who found...

Jul 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Dell Ray Pittmon (1957–2025)

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dell Ray Pittmon, beloved father, husband, grandfather, and friend, who passed away on July 19, 2025 with his wife of 33 years Cindy Pittmon and son Steve Swann by his side, at the age of 68. Dell was born...

Jul 18, 2025

Bobby Gene Fowler, 86, of Mooresville, NC, passed away peacefully in the early hours of July 18, 2025, with his loving wife of 38 years, Bonnie Fowler, by his side. A man of unwavering faith, steady hands, and an open heart, Bobby lived a full life grounded in service to his family, his work, and his Lord.

Born on July 4,...

Jul 17, 2025

Mayra N. Young, 77, of Kannapolis, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 16, 1948, in Cayey, Puerto Rico. Mayra brought with her the vibrant warmth and enduring values of her Puerto Rican heritage. She eventually made her home in Kannapolis, North Carolina where she built a life centered on faith,...

Jul 16, 2025

Samuel Lee Allman, 81, of Concord, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at his home with his family by his side. He was born on May 10, 1944, to the late Raymond and Annebelle Kiser Allman in Cabarrus County.

Sam graduated from Winecoff School in 1963. He then was drafted into the U.S. Army and served two years. Sam worked...

Jul 15, 2025

Donna Kay Beaver, 79, of Landis, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Born on July 31, 1945, in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Winford Cannon and Annie Kathleen Adams Cannon.

Throughout her life, Donna dedicated herself to her work and family. She built a long and fulfilling career in retail, which...

Jul 14, 2025