Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Feb 21, 2025

Feb 21, 2025

Mattie Jeanette Davis Robinson of Concord went to her heavenly home on­ Friday, February 21, 2025.

She was born August 3, 1938 in Madison County, Georgia to Buster Brown "Buck" Davis and Catherine McElroy Davis. She spent her life in Kannapolis and Concord since 1942. She was a 1956 graduate of A.L. Brown High School. After eighteen years as a stay-at-home...

Feb 19, 2025

 Geraldine Copeland McFarland, 85, of Kannapolis and formerly of Paris, Kentucky, peacefully passed away Wednesday evening, February 19, 2025, at home, following a period of declining health.

Born November 28, 1939, in Kenton County, KY, she was a daughter of the late Faun Opal Wolfe. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her much-loved husband, Robert Lee...

Feb 16, 2025

Mrs. Christine Mary Smith Tucker, was born June 10, 1937 and went home to be with The Lord Sunday, February 16, 2025, following several weeks of declining health. She is preceded in death by her parents, TB and Dessie Mills Smith; her loving husband, Charles Lewis Tucker, Sr; In-laws Frances & Bud Walls and Joyce & Sid Doby.

Christine was a...

Feb 15, 2025

Lisa Cagle McKinnon, 60, of Concord now rest in the arms of the Lord, Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Tucker Hospice House.

She was born May 3, 1964, in Cabarrus Co. a daughter of the late Thomas Cagle and Shirley Lambert Cagle in addition to her parents Lisa is preceded in death by her nephew, Bryan Kidd.

Lisa Graduated from Hood Seminary...

Feb 15, 2025

Elias Youssef Bou-ghazale, 102, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2025.

Elias was born on August 1, 1922 In Lebanon. He was a cherished son of the late Youssef Bou-ghazale and Neffaji Abboud Bou-ghazale. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife Georgette Khoury.

A gifted poet, Elias wrote 18 published books, capturing...

Feb 14, 2025

Charles Ray Benton Sr., 81, of Gold Hill, passed away Friday, February 14, 2025, at Novant Health-Rowan. He was born May 1, 1943, to the late Roy and Mary Graham Benton in Cabarrus County, NC.

Charles served in the U.S. Marines Corp. Charles worked many years for Food Lion. Then he owned and operated Ward’s Bakery with his wife Dotty “Delane”...

Feb 12, 2025

Maxine Carter Johns, 82, of Salisbury, peacefully passed away at home, Wednesday morning, February 12, 2025, following a period of declining health. 

Born October 4, 1942, in Concord, she was a daughter of the late Elbert John Carter and Pauline Johnson Carter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her husband, Bobby Hurst Johns; her sister, Lena Carter Gulledge;...

Feb 11, 2025

Ernest “Jody” Joseph Taylor Sr., 66, of China Grove, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

Jody was born on May 12, 1958, in Scotland County, North Carolina. He was a cherished son of the late Joe (Dottie) Taylor, and Dixie Ann Norton Bass. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David Taylor and...

Feb 9, 2025

Ernest Eugene Parker, 85, of Concord, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. He was born September 9, 1939, to the late Charlie and Pauline Walter Parker.

Ernest was married to his loving wife, Vera for over 64 years. Ernest served his country in the United States Army from 1957 to 1960. Ernest...

Feb 9, 2025

Marvin “Marty” William Campbell Jr., 57, of Kannapolis, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 9, 2025. 

Marty was born on March 10, 1967, in Cabarrus County. He was the cherished son of M.W. “Marty” Campbell Sr. and the late Clara Jo Overcash.

Marty was a devoted member of Piedmont Baptist Church, where he faithfully served the Lord and found...

Feb 8, 2025

Arlin Monroe Dancy, 83, of Kannapolis, passed away Saturday, February 8, 2025, with his family by his side. He was an only child born to the late Clarence and Leona Belle Morris Dancy on May 29, 1941, in Cabarrus County.

Arlin married the love of his life, Olivia Smith on August 19, 1962 at Mt Olivet United Methodist Church in Kannapolis. 

Arlin...

Feb 8, 2025

Trucker, fisherman, and musician James Lovejoy’s larger than life personality will live on, even as we say goodbye. In the early hours of Saturday, February 8, 2025, James succumbed to the cancer he had been fighting for almost a year.  

Born March 23, 1966, James was the first of four children and the only son. He was protective of his...

Feb 7, 2025

Deolinda L. Everham, 80, of Kannapolis, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025 at her home.

She was born October 18, 1944 in White Plains, NY.

Deolinda worked as a secretary for Electrolux and also worked for Social Services in White Plains, NY. She enjoyed crocheting blankets for babies and making pot holders, and a special blanket for her mother when she was...

Feb 6, 2025

Jimmy Dean Cheek, 78, of Kannapolis, NC passed away on February 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Dean was born October 5, 1946, in Cabarrus County to the late James Richard Cheek and Vaydeen Rodgers Cheek. He was a graduate of A.L. Brown High School in 1965 and North State Business School. He was employed at Baker’s Body and Glass.

A...

Feb 6, 2025

Debra Payne Savage, 65, of Mount Gilead, formerly of Kannapolis, went to be with her Lord, Thursday, February 6, 2025, at her daughter’s home.

Born September 1, 1959, in Cabarrus County, she was a daughter of the late Donnie Payne and Wilma Deas Payne. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a sister, Connie Jordan.

Debra was...

Feb 6, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Clara Honaker, who was called home to be with the Lord on February 6, 2025, and her loving husband, Carl Marion Honaker who passed peacefully on June 4, 2022, 3 years before. Together, they are now in the presence of their Savior, reunited in eternal peace.

Clara Honaker born on July 30, 1928,...

Feb 2, 2025

Charlie Howard McClure, 91, of Kannapolis, peacefully passed away Sunday morning, February 2, 2025, at Caremoor Retirement, where he had been a resident.

Born December 28, 1933, in Concord, Charlie was a son of the late Lawson and Lillie Lefler McClure. He was also preceded in death by his wives, Ophelia McClure and Lillie Mae McClure; a daughter, Pam Hicks; son-in-law,...

Feb 2, 2025

Betty Lenora Cauthen Phillips, 89, of Kannapolis, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, February 2, 2025. 

Funeral services celebrating Betty’s life will be held Thursday, February 6, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Kannapolis. Visitation will begin at 2:30 PM and run just prior to the funeral at 4:00 PM in the church on Thursday, with Dr. Tom...

Jan 31, 2025

Martha Sharon Horton Garmon, 86, a resident of Clapp’s Convalescent Nursing Home in Asheboro, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Randolph Hospice House surrounded by her family. Martha was born September 4, 1938, in Concord to the late Glenn Howell Horton and Janie Burrage Horton.

Martha graduated Concord High School in June of 1957, and on December 21st of...