Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Nov 3, 2023

Ophelia Vivian Caldwell Beam, 90, of Kannapolis, went to her heavenly home on Friday, November 3, 2023. Ophelia was born on October 19, 1933 in Burlington, NC to the late Carl Caldwell and Lottie Mull Caldwell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Beam, and a close cousin, Freda Davis. Ophelia worked...

Nov 1, 2023

Kenneth Alexander Little Sr., 73, of Landis, passed away unexpectedly on November 1, 2023, by the side of his loving wife, Judy. Kenneth, a native of Cabarrus County, was born on December 11, 1949. His father, Coy Little, and his mother, Helen Watkins, preceded him in death. Kenneth was an extraordinarily compassionate, faithful, loving husband and caring brother; among...

Nov 1, 2023

John William Steger, II, 71 years old, of Salisbury, went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 1, 2023.  John was born on July 11, 1952, in West Virginia to the late John W. Steger, Sr. and Joan Kathleen Dillon Steger.

John had a great sense of humor, who loved to make people laugh and...

Nov 1, 2023

Mary Lou “Butch” Dwiggins Bost, 92, of Kannapolis, peacefully passed Wednesday, November 1, 2023.

Born October 18, 1931, in Davie County, Mary Lou was the daughter of the late William W. and Edna Tutterow Dwiggins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Jack Melton Bost in 2021 and her brother Don...

Oct 30, 2023

William Howard Edwards, 90, of China Grove, died at home on Monday, October 30, 2023. His death was unexpected.

A graveside service to celebrate William’s life will be held at West Lawn Memorial Park at 11:00 AM Friday, November 3. His family will visit with friends at the graveside following the committal service.

William was...

Oct 30, 2023

Tammie Leigh Segraves Rogers, 52, formerly of Kannapolis, peacefully passed away Monday evening, October 30, 2023, at Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas, NC, following a courageous battle with breast cancer.

Tammie was born May 28, 1971, in Concord, to the late John Charles Segraves and Patricia Clark Segraves.

A 1989 graduate of A.L. Brown...

Oct 29, 2023

Mrs. Marie Echerd Atwood, 100 years of age, passed away Sunday, October 29th, at Atrium Health Cabarrus following a brief illness. Marie was born on August 1, 1923, in Taylorsville, NC, daughter of Samuel and Cora Linnie Hammer Echerd. She grew up in the Ellendale Community of Alexander County and graduated from Taylorsville High School in 1941. After graduating...

Oct 29, 2023

Thomas "Tom" Eugene McEver, 74, of Concord, NC went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday (10-29-23).

Tom was born to the late Eugene Tucker McEver and Mary Joyce Burnette McEver. He is survived by his wife Paulette Griffin McEver; one daughter Rachel McEver of Raleigh, NC; brothers George F. McEver of Orlando, FL;...

Oct 28, 2023

Ronnie Eugene Long, 70, of Salisbury, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at his residence after a short period of declining health.

Ronnie was born on April 15, 1953 in Rowan County. He was a cherished son of the late Clyde Long and Mary Virginia Crisco Hutchison. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Oct 28, 2023

Sadie Sutton Pennell, 88 years old, of Midland, formerly of Kannapolis, received ultimate healing on Saturday, October 28, 2023.  Sadie was born on October 22, 1935, in Rowan County to the late John William and Cordia Sloop Sutton.  Sadie graduated from Landis High School and lived for many years in Kannapolis.

Over the years, Sadie worked as...

Oct 27, 2023

Tilda Dianne Ratliff, 71, of Kannapolis, went into eternal rest on Friday, October 27, 2023. Tilda was born on May 28, 1952 in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. She was the beloved daughter of the late Sandy Ray Ratliff and Colleen Hager Ratliff. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Joyce Ratliff Somers. Tilda...

Oct 27, 2023

Sharon Yvonne Wingler, 79, of Kannapolis, NC passed away on October 27, 2023 peacefully in her home after suffering from a long illness. She was the true embodiment of selflessness in this life as she always gave to and provided for others. Her time on earth is now passed but we take solace that she has found peace in...

Oct 26, 2023

Brenda Mayo, 73, of Kannapolis, passed away Thursday morning, October 26, 2023, at Atrium Health Cabarrus.

Brenda was born March 21, 1950, in Mullins, SC, a daughter of the late Evelyn Collins. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by 2 sisters.

She was the loving wife of Clarence Mayo for 53...

Oct 25, 2023

Myrtle Biles Compton Conlan, 85, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on October 25, 2023.

Myrtle was born October 12, 1938, to the late Oscar and Pearlie Wingler.

Myrtle was united in marriage to Wayne D. Biles on October 5, 1955. They raised four children, Johnny, Kathy, Susan, and Robert. Wayne...

Oct 25, 2023

Barbara Ann Ross Grimes, 81 of Kannapolis passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Big Elm Nursing Home. She was born June 11, 1942 in Cabarrus Co to the late Kimzy T. Ross and Julian Sanderlin Ross. She worked at Cannon Mills for many years. Barbara was an avid bingo player, enjoyed her music, playing the guitar, singing and...

Oct 24, 2023

Philip “Phil” Randolph Hartis, 74, of Claremont and formerly of Kannapolis, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Phil was born on November 7, 1948 in Rowan County, NC to the late Marvin Honeycutt and Wilna Luck Honeycutt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his uncle, Joseph Luck. Phil...

Oct 24, 2023

Kannapolis, NC-Henry Clyde Patton, known to many as “Butch” or “Deddy” to those dearest, went to be with the Lord the afternoon of Tuesday October 24th, 2023.  He passed away at Tucker Hospice House after a long and courageous battle against multiple illnesses.  His survival from stroke and his ongoing battle with diabetes and kidney disease proves that he...

Oct 24, 2023

Naomi Elizabeth Bailey, 90 years old, of Salisbury, formerly of Kannapolis, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 24, 2023.  Naomi was born on October 30, 1932, in Cabarrus County to the late Howard and Cleo Lapish Johnson.

Naomi was a Christian woman who loves her Lord.  In her younger years, she was very...

Oct 24, 2023

David Lee Hyatt, 78, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. David was born on July 18, 1945 in Cabarrus County, NC to the late David Hyatt and Margaret Tadlock Hyatt. David was a faithful Christian who loved the Lord. He dearly loved his family and held them close...

Oct 23, 2023

Paul S. Bessent Jr., 75, of Kannapolis, North Carolina entered the gates of Heaven on October 23, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. His earthly life began on January 16, 1948, with his parents, the late Paul Stevens Bessent, Sr. and Dorothy Mae Lingle Bessent.

Paul was drafted in the US Air Force and proudly served his...