Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Jul 9, 2020

Betty Jean Whitten, 88, of Concord, passed away July 9, 2020 at St. Andrew’s Assisted Living Center. Born November 20, 1931 in Iredell County, she was the daughter of the late Flake and Sarah Riley Kerr. Her beloved husband, William “Wimp” Whitten preceded her in death November 7, 2016

Betty spent her working years as a supervisor...

Jul 9, 2020

Dortha Fay Farmer Conner, 94, peacefully passed away Thursday morning, July 9, 2020, at her residence.

Born July 25, 1925, in Killeen, TX, Dortha was a daughter of the late William Edward Farmer and Helen Gould Sandidge Farmer.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Handford Conner, Sr.; 3 sons,...

Jul 7, 2020

Larry Joseph Stein, 76 of Harrisburg passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday July 7, 2020 at Cherokee, NC. He was born on August 15, 1943, in Sandusky, MI to the late Joseph and Rose Trigger Stein. Larry retired from the U.S. Navy serving in Vietnam War and retired as a Chief Petty Officer E-7. He was a mechanic, Volunteer Fireman, Cabarrus...

Jul 6, 2020

Ronnie Earl Beam, 73 of Kannapolis joined the Lord on Monday, July 6, 2020 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. His death was unexpected.

Ronnie was born June 14,1947 in Cabarrus County, NC a son of Arlene Hare Beam of Kannapolis and the late Thomas Brice Beam.

Ronnie was a member of Centerview Baptist Church where he...

Jul 5, 2020

Benny Hugh Roseman, Jr., 61 of China Grove went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 5, 2020 at his residence. He had been in declining health for several years.

Benny was born June 29, 1959 in Rowan County, NC a son of Mary Evelyn Coone Roseman of Kannapolis and the late Benny Hugh Roseman, Sr....

Jul 5, 2020

Tommy Dale Kirk Sr., 47, of Salisbury, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, July 5, 2020 after a period of declining health. Tommy was born on May 9, 1973 in Cabarrus County to the late Tommy Lance Kirk and Crystal McClamrock Blackwelder, who survives. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Brian...

Jul 4, 2020

Linda May Sechler Kilby, 80, passed away Saturday afternoon, July 4, 2020, at Caremoor Assisted Living, where she had been a resident.

Born October 26, 1939, in Cabarrus County, she was a daughter of the late Tom and Blanche Ross Sechler.  In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Jonas Dolphas “J.D.”...

Jul 3, 2020

Verna Estella Wilkerson, 91, Kannapolis NC went home to be with her lord and savior on July 3, 2020, at her home in Kannapolis after a period of declining health surrounded by those who loved her the most.

Verna was born Nov. 6, 1928 in Cabarrus County to the late Albert Britton Patterson Sr. and the late...

Jun 30, 2020

Wade “Randy” Sutherland Jr. died unexpectedly on June 30, 2020 at the age of 58.

Randy is survived by his mother Janet Sue Sutherland, his wife Kim Hamel Sutherland, his children Amber Bishop (Jamie) and Ashley Baker (Dale); sisters Wanda Broadway (Mark) and Angie Hodge (Brian), and his brother Kenny Sutherland. He also has a grand daughter...

Jun 30, 2020

Dorothy “Carole” Reynolds Sides, 75 of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at her residence following a period of declining health.

Carole was born November 8, 1944 in Caldwell County, NC a daughter of the late Robert Glenn and Ersie Faye Eller McGuire.

She had been employed in retail...

Jun 30, 2020

Walter Charlie Pressley Sr., 87, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Tucker Hospice House. Born on August 6, 1932 in Cabarrus County, he was son of the late Walter Henry Pressley and Carrie Elizabeth Burkett Pressley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Ann Pressley in...

Jun 30, 2020

Brian Keith Wallace, 49, peacefully passed away Tuesday morning, June 30, 2020, at his home, following a period of declining health.

Born October 29, 1970 in Monroe, NC, Brian was a son of the late Verman Carldon Wallace and Brenda Sue Thomas Wallace.  An outdoorsman, Brian loved hunting and fishing and just being outside. He enjoyed the...

Jun 30, 2020

Rondall “Bub” Shirley, 85, of Kannapolis passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. He was born January 18, 1935 in Cabarrus County, a son of the late Hoke Smith Shirley and Kelsie Pitts Shirley. He was preceded in death by a great granddaughter, Callie Jo Shirley.

Bub owned and operated Heat & Frost Insulation for many years....

Jun 30, 2020

Timmond “Tim” Hunter, 76, of Kannapolis died Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Tucker Hospice House after a period of declining health.

His family will receive friends at Whitley’s Funeral Home from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Friday, July 3 followed by a graveside service at 11:30 AM at Carolina Memorial Park with Rev. James Pauley officiating.

Jun 29, 2020

Anne Elizabeth “Betty” Mullins Lockee, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 29, 2020, at her residence.

She was born in New Orleans, LA, on July 19, 1939, the daughter of the late James Raymond and Cecilia Meehan Mullins.  In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband,...

Jun 28, 2020

Michael Eugene Murph Sr., 63, of Hickory, passed away, Sunday, June 28, 2020, in Ocean Isle Beach. He was born January 12, 1957, in Cabarrus Co. to Shirley Ann Dudley Murph and the late Claude Ray Murph. Michael worked for Hendricks Mercedes for 27 years. Michael enjoyed fishing, hiking, camping, Van Clubs. He loved spending time with his children...

Jun 28, 2020

Mary C. “Betty” Wilhelm, of Kannapolis, formerly of China Grove, passed away Sunday June 28, 2020. Born April 1, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Rufus and Mary Benson Cartner. Her beloved husband, Joe Wilhelm preceded her in death in 1979.

During her working years, Betty was employed by Hoechst – Celanese. She loved spending...

Jun 27, 2020

Robert A. “Bob” Hathcock, 84, of Concord passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020 at his home.  He was born January 5, 1936 in Stanly County, a son of the late Guilford and Daisy Beaver Hathcock.

Bob was a graduate of Odell High School. Bob had retired from Hoechst-Celanese after many years of service. Bob was a veteran...

Jun 26, 2020

Boyd Cauble, 72, met his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 26, 2020.  A proud native of Kannapolis, NC, he attended Odell High School, where he was student body president.  He served in the US army reserves,  A company, 1st battalion, 485th regiment, 108th division.

Boyd received an undergraduate degree from UNC Charlotte and a master's...

Jun 26, 2020

Mary Ann Patterson Cauble, 88, of Concord passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at the Tucker Hospice House. She was born February 1, 1932 in Iredell County, a daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Bradford Patterson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Rayford Cauble, Sr.

Mary Ann retired from the former...