Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Sep 8, 2023

Harold Lee Carringer, 75, of Mount Pleasant, passed away unexpectedly Friday morning, September 8, 2023, at Big Elm Rehabilitation Center.

Born September 28, 1947, in Cabarrus County, he was a son of the late Johnny and Myrtle Teal Carringer.  In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Cathy Jo Stricklin...

Sep 8, 2023

Hubert "H.R." Reed Simmons, 81 years old, of China Grove, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 8, 2023, surrounded by his family.  Hubert was born on December 21, 1941, in Rowan County to the late Cicero and Annie Bell Dennis Simmons.

Hubert was a good Christian man, with a strong belief in God,...

Sep 4, 2023

Jeffrey “Jeff” Neal, 64, of Woodleaf passed away on September 4, 2023 at his residence.  Jeff was born July 10, 1959 in Cabarrus County, NC to Max Douglas Neal and Doretha Deonne Watson Neal.

Jeff worked for Freight Liner as a truck driver and enjoyed camping, fishing, and riding his Harley in his time off.  Jeff attended...

Sep 4, 2023

James “Bo” Alexander Bowers, 75, of Concord, died Monday, September 4, after a period of declining health at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.

A funeral service celebrating Bo’s life will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, September 8, at First Baptist of Concord with Pastors Jim Collier and Aaron Edwards officiating. Burial will follow at West Lawn...

Sep 4, 2023

Carlton Arnold DeLello, Jr. 68 of Rockwell passed away September 4, 2023, at his residence.  Carlton was born in Newark, New Jersey on September 3, 1955, to Carlton Arnold DeLello, Sr. and Helen Galarza Martin.

Carlton enjoyed bowling, watching Godzilla and star-wars movies.  He was a mechanic and loved working on and talking about classic cars.  He...

Sep 4, 2023

Claudia Furr Mesimer, 81, of Stanfield, passed away Monday, September 4, 2023, at the Tucker Hospice House.

She was born January 30, 1942, in Stanly Co. to the late Claude William Furr and Mary Alice McKinney Furr.

Claudia worked at Atrium Healthcare for many years where she retired as an insurance coordinator, she was a...

Sep 3, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Enma Leticia Perez Martinez. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 3, 2023

Nancy Mildred Wilson McDowell, 92, went home to be with God on Sunday afternoon, September 3, 2023.  She died at St. Andrews Assisted Living Center in Concord, North Carolina, which was her place of residence for almost 10 years.  Her children were there with her at the time of death.  Nancy was a daughter of John Dave Wilson, Sr....

Sep 3, 2023

Ronald Lee Hill, also known as Ronnie, passed away on September 3, 2023, at the age of 72, in Kannapolis, NC. He was born on August 11, 1951, in Iredell County. Ronnie was a God-fearing man who loved his family dearly. He was married to the love of his life for 46 years and raised two wonderful children who...

Sep 3, 2023

James Ray Sartain, 50 years old, of China Grove, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 3, 2023.  James was born on August 6, 1973, in California to the late James and Laura Truax Sartain.

James was a man of God and a member of Chapel Street Baptist Church in Landis.  His family was...

Sep 2, 2023

Peggy Teal O’Daniel passed away peacefully on September 2, 2023 at the age of 94 after a few years of declining health.

She was born October 26th, 1928.  She was the daughter of the late Bruce Teal and Eva Barber Teal.  Peggy was employed with the former Fieldcrest-Cannon Inc. plant one in Kannapolis for over 40 years...

Sep 2, 2023

Dianne Carol Goodman, 52, of China Grove, passed away Saturday afternoon, September 2, 2023, at Five Oaks Nursing Home, following a 2-year period of declining health.

Born September 20, 1970, in Concord, she was a daughter of Carolyn Dianne Simpson Goodman, of China Grove, and the late Walter Monroe Goodman.

Dianne was a much loved...

Sep 1, 2023

Vickie Loftis Robbins, 69, went to be with the Lord on September 1, 2023 at Autumn Care of Cornelius following a period of declining health.

Vickie was born October 29, 1953 in Wayne County, Michigan, a daughter of the late Larmon Clyde Loftis and Mary Elizabeth Garrison Loftis. She was also preceded in death by her husband,...

Aug 29, 2023

Margaret Lavearn Campbell, 80, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2023.

Those left to cherish fond memories include 3 daughters, Wendy Kennedy (Malik) of Durham, Lisa Blakney (James) of Kannapolis, and Latika Pharr also of Kannapolis; 3 grandchildren, Eric Ware of Billings MT, Thomas Blakney of Kannapolis, and Latreasure Kennedy; Margaret was also blessed with...

Aug 24, 2023

Charles Avery Clawson, 83, of Kannapolis passed away, Thursday, August 24, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born April 21, 1940 in Rowan County to the late Raymond Dalton Clawson and Esther Lloyd Clawson. Charles graduated in 1958 from Landis High School. Served two years in the U.S. Army. He served in various positions at...

Aug 23, 2023

Kathy Sue Thomas Ross, 72 years old, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 23, 2023, surrounded by her family.  Kathy was born June 24, 1951, in Cabarrus County, NC to the late Richard and Mary Evelyn Woods Thomas.

Kathy was a godly woman who loved her Lord and family.  She loved to sing...

Aug 22, 2023

With deepest sorrow, we announce the sudden passing of Jesse Regrut, 26, fiance, son, grandson, little brother, big brother, uncle, family member and friend, on August 22, 2023.

Jesse’s first love was family, followed by anything with wheels; tricycles, skateboards, cars and trucks. He was a cross-country runner, an artist, played basketball and football.

He...

Aug 20, 2023

Cameron Bryant, affectionately known to his friends as Cam or Box, left this world too soon, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and music. He passed away on August 20th, 2023, leaving a profound void in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Born on November 2nd, 1992, Cam lived a life...

Aug 18, 2023

Margaret “Peggy” Ann Vogt Broome, 86, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 18, 2023. Services will remain private at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com.

Aug 18, 2023

Robert K. Simpson, 83 of Kannapolis went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 18, 2023, from Tucker Hospice House after a period of declining health.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, August 23 at Whitley’s Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jim Strickland officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park....