Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Apr 15, 2020

William Alma Thomas Sr., 93, a lifelong resident of Kannapolis, NC where he raised his family, died Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at Compass Health & Rehab in Spencer, NC. A private graveside service will be held Friday, April 17 at Carolina Memorial Park in Kannapolis. Whitley’s Funeral Home in Kannapolis is handling arrangements.

Mr. Thomas was born...

Apr 14, 2020

Edward G. Pressley Sr. and his wife Mary Love Presley of Cabarrus County, welcomed their baby boy Edward G. Pressley Jr. into this world on February 15, 1957.  Edward Jr. would soon be known as ""Eddie".

Eddie enjoyed working in the garden, growing flowers, having fun at the beach with family and friends, skating, different types of...

Apr 13, 2020

Carolyn Bentley, 77, passed away Monday April 13, 2020, at Atrium Heath Cabarrus.

Born on March 9, 1943 in Iredell County, she was the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Irene Rimer Upright. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings Gladys Morgan Brown, Robert Junior Upright, Ray Daniel Upright, Kenneth...

Apr 12, 2020

Annie Lee Wood Tucker, 99, of Kannapolis, went into her heavenly home on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020. Annie was born on August 8, 1920 in Madison County, Georgia to the late Charlie Garnett Wood and Azzie Lee Chastain Wood. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband whom she dearly loved in 1979,...

Apr 9, 2020

Anthony “Chic” Chiccarello, 77, of Kannapolis, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2020 at his home.

He was born July 26, 1942 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Anthony James Chiccarello Sr. and Christina Santaro Chiccarello.

Chic enjoyed being outdoors working on equipment and using the sawmill to cut wood for projects around his property.  He...

Apr 8, 2020

Rachel Washam Irvin

November 15, 1923 – April 8, 2020

Rachel Washam Irvin, 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, April 8, 2020.  She lived a full and blessed life.

Born at home on November 15, 1923, Rachel was the daughter of the late Mack Washam and...

Apr 7, 2020

Judith Carol Wilson Buckwell, 77, of Concord went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 7, 2020 at her residence following a period of declining health.

Judith was born February 28, 1943 in Cabarrus County, NC a daughter of the late Thomas Franklin and Lula Inez Irby Wilson. In addition to her parents she was also...

Apr 7, 2020

It is with deep sadness that the family of Teresa (Terri) Gail Johnson announces her passing on April 7, 2020 at the age of 70. Teresa passed away after a long period of declining health. She went peacefully at her home in Kannapolis, her final days spent surrounded by family and friends.

Teresa is predeceased by her...

Apr 6, 2020

After a life well-lived, full of wonderful blessings, Lila Walden Donahue, died on Monday, April 6, 2020 at home.  Lila was 103 years old.

Born December 18, 1916, in Monroe, NC, and was the last surviving child of Murphy Edward and Millie Jane Williams Walden.  She is predeceased by her husband, Claude Heath Donahue; grandson, John Gary...

Apr 6, 2020

Flora Ann Strickland Jordan, 83, passed away on April 6, 2020. Flora was born June 28, 1936 in Cabarrus County, a daughter of the late Walter Wesley Strickland and Margaret Mary Belle Barnhardt Strickland. She was preceded in death by a son, Gary Jordan.

Flora Ann had retired from Cannon Mills where she worked in the sheet...

Apr 5, 2020

Evan Alexander Dill, 20, of Burlington, formerly of Concord, passed away April 5, 2020.  Born on February 3, 2000, he was the son of Alexander “Bryan” and Kammie Cauthen Dill of Concord.  He graduated from Cox Mill High School in 2018 and was pursuing a degree in Computer Science.  Evan enjoyed spending his time with the love of his...

Apr 5, 2020

Joseph Orrin Elliott, 88, of Garner, NC, passed away on April 5, 2020. He was born December 19, 1931 in Ashe County, a son of the late Orrin and Carrie Elliott. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy B. Elliott.

Joseph retired from the federal government as an air traffic controller in Raleigh. He full...

Apr 4, 2020

Barry Gordon Hedrick, 65, of Kannapolis passed away Saturday, April 4, 2020. Born October 12, 1954 in Mecklenburg County, he was the son of the late Gordon and Gladys Davenport Hedrick.

Mr. Hedrick worked as a Certified Respiratory Therapist, having worked for Community Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital, Cabarrus Memorial Hospital and Travenol Home Care. His professional memberships were...

Apr 4, 2020

Glenn Preston Smith, 90, of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Glenn was born on October 31, 1929 to the late Carl Smith and Gertrude High Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lucille Gentle Smith in 2018. Glenn enjoyed working as a mechanic all...

Apr 3, 2020

Eric “Shawn” Connell, 50, of Landis, peacefully passed away Friday afternoon, April 3, 2020, at his home, following a period of declining health.

Shawn was born July 31, 1969, to Roger Dale Connell and the late Patricia Ann “Pat” Greene Connell.  In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elwood and Katherine...

Apr 2, 2020

Christopher “Chris” Wayne McCraven, 42, of Kannapolis, NC died unexpectedly on Thursday, April 2, 2020.  A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Chris was born February 8, 1978 in Cabarrus County, NC and was the son of Wayne McCraven (Charity) of Kannapolis, NC and Renee Campbell McCraven of Kannapolis, NC. He was a...

Apr 2, 2020

Fannie “Louise” Christy Drye, 71, of Concord, passed away Thursday April 2, 2020 and entered in to the gates of Heaven and into her saviors loving arms. Louise fought a courageous battle of cancer and COPD.

Louise was born April 30, 1948 in Concord to Clarence and Fannie Knowles Christy. She was married to the late Wayne...

Apr 2, 2020

Mary Ruth Morrow Stegall, affectionately known as Ruth, 93, of Charlotte, went into her heavenly home on Thursday, April 2, 2020. Ruth was born on January 8, 1927 in Cabarrus County to the late Carl Morrow and Bessie Potts Morrow. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 64 years, Clayton Junior...

Apr 2, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Peggy Jo (Walls) Burdette. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 1, 2020

George “Buck” Washington Perry, 100, passed away peacefully, April 1, 2020, with family at his side at his home in Kannapolis.  Due to the potential risk of virus exposure for guests, a memorial service will be held at a later date when we can safely all gather together again. Burial will be private at Salisbury National Cemetery Annex.