Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Jan 7, 2021

Mildred (Mickey) Olivia Power Watts, 90 years, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 7, 2021, after a short illness in Kannapolis.

Mickey was born in Kannapolis on April 30, 1930, a daughter of the late Charlie Allen and Ethel Emma Cooper Power.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00...

Jan 7, 2021

Frank Marion Rose Jr, loving Husband, amazing Father and Grandfather, talented Carpenter, and wonderful friend to many, went home to Jesus on January 7, 2021 at the age of 75. Frank leaves behind his wife, Candy Clarke, son, Frank M. Rose III,  daughters, Samantha Rose and Katherine Rose Zerkel , son-in-law Kirk  Zerkel,  and three grandsons, Kirk Zachary II,...

Jan 7, 2021

Betty Darlene Foster Zeigler, 80, passed away Thursday morning, January 7, 2021, at Tucker Hospice House, following a period of declining health.

Betty was born May 16, 1940, in Randolph County, a daughter of the late Delbert and Viola Hancock Foster.

Mrs. Zeigler had retired from Kayser-Roth of Concord, after many years of loyal service. ...

Jan 7, 2021

Fred T. Poole, 95, of Kannapolis passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021 at the Tucker Hospice House. He was born March 10, 1925 in Rowan County, a son of the late Elmer Curtis Poole and Bertha Harvell Poole Winters. He was preceded in death by a sister, Estelle Goodson and a brother, Elmer Poole.

Fred was a...

Jan 6, 2021

Karri Michelle Cress, 37, of Statesville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 6 2021. Karri was born in Cabarrus County on March 16, 1983. Karri will be remembered for being humorous and always full of life. Karri was preceded in death by her grandmother, Linda Cress; grandfather, Bob Brooks, and a daughter, Monica Burrell, and aunt, Lisa Murray. Those...

Jan 6, 2021

Debra “Debbie” Ann Sloop Kirby, 65, of Kannapolis, went into her heavenly home on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Debbie was born on December 6, 1955 in Cabarrus County to the late Ray Luther Sloop and Genevea Lyles Sloop. Debbie recently retired as a clerical worker for UPS. She loved to go RV Camping with her husband. She especially enjoyed...

Jan 5, 2021

Marie Chapman Hamrick, 88, of Kannapolis died Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at her home with her family by her side after a period of declining health.

Private memorial services will be held at a later date.

Marie was born January 2, 1933 in Cabarrus Co., a daughter of the late Homer Lee and Lydia Singleton...

Jan 5, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Myrtle Ann (Scott) Mead. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 5, 2021

Mildred Lucille Williams Pate, 97, went to be with her Lord and her husband, on Tuesday morning, January 5, 2021.

Born July 13, 1923, in Cabarrus County, she was a daughter of the late Elbert Fred Williams and Minnie Oats Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, W.T. Pate, and...

Jan 3, 2021

Courtney Michelle Kelly, 31, of China Grove, passed away peacefully Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.

Courtney was born on December 10, 1989 in Cabarrus County, a daughter of the late Randy Allen Kelly, and Michelle Teague of China Grove. In addition to her father, Courtney is preceded in death by her grandfathers, Butch Kelly...

Jan 3, 2021

Dean Alvin Whitaker

November 14, 1938-January 3, 2021

January 3, 2020, our beloved father, brother and grandfather, was welcomed into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior.

He is preceded in death by his parents R. Vance and Carrie Whitaker, a sister, Peggy Holland and a son, Robert D. Whitaker....

Jan 3, 2021

Catherine Overcash Helms, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, January 3, 2021. Catherine was born on February 22, 1924 in Cabarrus County to the late Oss and Ruth Overcash. She will always be remembered for her strong Christian faith and her love for her family. Her world revolved...

Jan 3, 2021

Gladys Ruth Clifton Quinnelly, 92 of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully in her home on January, 3, 2021, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was the widow of Robert T. Quinnelly and the daughter of the late Cardell and Pauline Lanier Clifton.  Born in Herndon, GA on March 8, 1928 she was the oldest of 8 children.

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Jan 3, 2021

Gladys Jean Walker, 92, of Kannapolis, passed into the loving arms of the Lord Saturday, January 2, 2021 after a period of declining health. Born August 26, 1928 in Iredell County, she was the daughter of the late Archibald Goodin and Lela Johnson Goodin Blackwelder.

A homemaker for most of her life, Gladys’ loved birdwatching, Carolina basketball,...

Jan 2, 2021

John Daryl Johnson, 61, of Concord, went into his heavenly home on Saturday, January 2, 2021. Daryl was born on August 25, 1959 in Cabarrus County to the late John Lucas Johnson and Betty Joyner Johnson, who survives. Daryl worked as a forklift driver for Sam’s Club. He loved watching sports, especially football and baseball. Some of his favorite...

Jan 2, 2021

James Asper Jones, 83, of Concord, passed away Saturday January 2, 2021 at Atrium Health – Stanley. Born August 16, 1937 in Robinson County, NC, he was a son of the late Richard and Mary Dial Jones.

During his working years, James was the owner/operator of a sanitation company. He also performed the mechanical work on the...

Jan 2, 2021

Lamont T. Leonard, 97, of Kannapolis passed away, Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. He was born October 11, 1923 in Cabarrus Co. to the late John C. Leonard and Flora Goodman Leonard. Lamont served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy, he retired from Cannon Mills, he enjoyed working on cars, and was a member of...

2021

Ruby Phyllis Stancil McGuire, 96, of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 19, 2021. Death was unexpected.

Ruby was born August 12, 1924 in Cabarrus County, NC a daughter of the late Calllie Wilson Stancil and Lottie Marie Garver Stancil.

Also preceding her in death were four siblings and her husband...

2021

Linda Gail Durham Cline, 77, of Kannapolis went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. She is now strolling over heaven with her Mom, Oscar and Josh.

Linda was born January 5, 1944 in Davie County, NC one of eleven children born to John Wesley Durham and Hattie Privette Durham. In addition...

2021

Jack Alvin Hendren passed away peacefully at the North Carolina State Veterans Home in Salisbury on January 12, 2021.  He went home to be with the Lord and his beloved wife, Peggy and son, Alan, at the age of 93.

Jack is survived by his loving sons, R. Wayne Hendren (Ebbie) and Jim Hendren.  He was predeceased...