Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Apr 21, 2023

Roger McBride Mills, Jr.  70 of Kannapolis, passed away on Friday April 21, 2023, at Novant Health Glenn A. Kiser Hospice House in Salisbury.

Roger was born on February 26, 1953, in Mecklenburg County, NC, to Roger McBride Mills, Sr. and Hannah Scott McNulty Mills.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

Apr 21, 2023

Kolby Alan Smith, 16, of Kannapolis, unexpectedly passed away Friday morning, April 21, 2023, from injuries sustained from a train accident.

Born March 3, 2007, in Concord, Kolby was the oldest son of Eddie Ray Smith, Jr. and the late Kristen Schmitz Smith. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a brother, Eden...

Apr 19, 2023

Dr. Randy Darrell Steele, Sr. 75, of Rock Hill, S.C. formerly of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 in Rock Hill.

He was born April 3, 1948 in Cabarrus County, NC a son of the late Jacob Parks Steele and Janie Pritchard Steele He was also preceded in death by a...

Apr 18, 2023

Dewey Micheal Bowlin, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away April 18th, 2023 at the age of 72, in Mt Pleasant, NC. Born October 12, 1950, Dewey was a graduate of South Rowan High School, class of 1968. Dewey was a Viet Nam veteran, serving in the US Army from 1968 to 1972. After his military service, he...

Apr 18, 2023

John Michael Winecoff, Jr., 76, of Albemarle passed away at Tucker Hospice House on Tuesday April 18, 2023, after a period of declining health. His family will be holding a celebration of life gathering on Saturday, April 22nd from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at Helderman Cottage 1024 N. 2nd St., Albemarle, NC 28001.

John was born November...

Apr 17, 2023

Larry Wayne Hubbard, 83, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 17, 2023. Larry was born on August 24, 1939 in Rowan County to the late Milton Lee Hubbard and Vesta Virginia Hubbard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Milton Lee “Johnny” Hubbard Jr., Duncan LaFoy Hubbard; sister, Sarah...

Apr 16, 2023

Agnes Wynona Canup Blake 88, of Kannapolis passed away Sunday April 16, 2023, at her residence.

Agnes was born on May 14, 1934, in Cabarrus County to the late Carl Avery Canup and the late Lounelle Hord Canup.  Agnes was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother.  She was a faithful member of Royal Oaks Baptist...

Apr 16, 2023

Thomas Boone Rogers, Sr., 67 years old, of Davidson, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 16, 2023.  Thomas was born on December 12, 1955, in San Diego County, CA to Walter and Frances Swaringen Rogers.

Thomas was a man of few words but was quick witted.  He was never afraid to goof off...

Apr 15, 2023

Mary Rose Hall, 92, died Saturday, April 15, 2023 at her home in Alexandria, Virginia. Born on January 16, 1931 in Cabarrus County (Kannapolis), North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Clarence H. Hall and Mary Ellen Rose Hall.  A memorial service was held at The View in Alexandria on April 21, 2023.

After attending...

Apr 15, 2023

Efird "Bud" Mills Stack, age 84, of Savannah passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023.

In addition to his parents,James O. Stack and Bessie L. Stack,  he was preceded in death by sister, Mildred Stack Yost; brother, Jimmy Donald Stack; brother, Tony Jeff Stack and niece, Tammy Stack Hill.

Surviving relatives include two sons he loved...

Apr 15, 2023

Lisa Marie Burnette Burris, 56, of Salisbury passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Saturday, April 15, 2023.

Lisa was born June 3, 1966 in Cabarrus County, NC. She is survived by her mother, Sylvia Ann Sullivan and husband Gary of Kannapolis.

Lisa was a 1984 graduate of Northwest Cabarrus High School and was a...

Apr 15, 2023

Larry Jo Strickland, 63 years old, of Mooresville, passed away on April 15, 2023.  Larry was born on March 27, 1960, in Iredell County to the late Rosa Lee Strickland.

Larry was a loving husband and a great father to his children.  He was a hard worker that would do anything for his family and friends.  Larry...

Apr 15, 2023

Celeste Chwala Myszka, (56) of Kannapolis, North Carolina passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2023 with her family by her side after a long battle with cancer. Celeste, daughter of the late Chester Chwala and Ramilia Ball Chwala , was born on August 15th, 1966 in Buffalo, New York. Celeste worked proudly in Elementary Education for 27 years, earning...

Apr 15, 2023

Christie Diane Chavis Davis, 69, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at her residence.

Christie was born on February 13, 1954 in Cabarrus County. She was a cherished daughter of the late Foster Chavis and Eloise Snipes Chavis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Janice Chavis...

Apr 14, 2023

MSG (Ret) Ernest F. Casey, Jr. age 68, resident of Smiths Station, Alabama, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Columbus Hospice House, Columbus, Georgia.  The family will receive friends at Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 3738 US Hwy 431N, Phenix City, Alabama on Monday, April 17, 2023 from 4-6 p.m. Graveside services will be held at Salisbury National...

Apr 14, 2023

Tony Miller Harrington, 84 of Kannapolis passed away Friday, April 14, 2023 at Salisbury VA Community Living Center. After a long battle with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s he is now at peace.

A graveside service to celebrate Tony’s life will be held at West Lawn Memorial Park in China Grove at 3:00 PM Wednesday April 19 with Pastor...

Apr 12, 2023

Henry Clay Roten, 87, of Kannapolis, passed away on Wednesday April 12, 2023, at Northeast Medical Center.

Henry was born on January 31, 1936, in Wilkes County, NC, one of thirteen children born to Joel and Bessie Eller Roten.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his 2 grandchildren Kristin Honeycutt and Karen...

Apr 11, 2023

Addie “Ruth” Barrier Austin, 92, of Kannapolis, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Caremoor Retirement Community.

Ruth was born on July 20, 1930 in Cabarrus County. She was a cherished daughter of the late James Q. Barrier and Viola Laura Cline Barrier. In addition to her parents,...

Apr 10, 2023

Ted Wallace Bentley, 88, of Kannapolis, went to his heavenly home on Monday, April 10, 2023. Ted was born on June 30, 1934 in Cabarrus County to the late Charles Bentley and Lillian James Bentley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara Beam Bentley; and a brother, Fred Bentley. Ted worked...

Apr 9, 2023

Jimmy Ray Canup, 88, of Kannapolis passed away at his home peacefully on Sunday April 9, 2023. He left his earthly home to join and celebrate with Jesus on Resurrection Sunday.

Jimmy was born April 20, 1934, in Cabarrus Co., a son of the late William and Pearl Mae Lefler Canup. In addition to his parents, Jimmie...