Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Aug 27, 2024

Charles David Cauble, 67, of China Grove went to be with his Lord on August 27, 2024 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury.  Charles was born on December 11, 1956 in Cabarrus County to the late Ralph Edward Sylvester Cauble and Betty Jo Reece Cauble.

Charles worked as an independent contractor in the mobile home...

Aug 27, 2024

William Francis Seamon, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

William was born on January 29, 1933 in Rowan County. He was a cherished son of the late James Seamon and Margaret Alexander Seamon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald “Butter” Seamon.

A...

Aug 25, 2024

David “Carter” Walter, 53, passed away August 25, 2024 at his late mother’s residence after a period of declining health.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 31 at Gilwood Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Concord with Rev Charles Blasdell officiating. The family will speak with friends after the service.

Carter was...

Aug 24, 2024

Jennifer Sharkey Buscemi, 65, wife of Michael Buscemi of Kannapolis, NC died on Saturday, August 24, 2024.  Jennifer is predeceased by her parents Robert and Wanda Norton Sharkey of Orlando FL.

Jennifer had suffered from liver and kidney problems for the last four years.

Jennifer’s father Sr Master Sgt Robert Sharkey...

Aug 24, 2024

Linda D. Page O’Neal, 76, of Kannapolis, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024.

Linda was born January 17, 1948 in Georgia. She was a cherished daughter of the late Frank “F.E” Page and Helen Patton Page. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Danny O’Neal; and sister, Doris Baynard.

Aug 24, 2024

Howard “Sonny” Tarlton, Jr, 82, of Concord, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 24, 2024 after a period of declining health.

Sonny was born on May 21, 1942 in Cabarrus County to the late Howard Tarlton Sr. and Eula Motley Tarlton.

Sonny retired from Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company.  He enjoyed watching NASCAR...

Aug 24, 2024

Ernestine “Tiney” Ross Campbell, 76, of Kannapolis, who was at her home, went to be with her Lord on Saturday morning, August 24, 2024.

Born August 4, 1948, in Rowan County, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Elnora Wensil Ross. In addition to her parents, preceding her in death were her husband, Jesse Campbell;...

Aug 23, 2024

Judy Ann Fowler Drye, 81, of Kannapolis, passed away Friday evening, August 23, 2024, at CMC Main.

Born March 16, 1943, in Union County, she was the daughter of the late Herman Ledford Fowler and Mary Artith Fowler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Lamar Carpenter; stepson, Dale Drye; daughter,...

Aug 22, 2024

Bobby Ray Teal, 87, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness on Thursday August 22, 2024.

Born January 17, 1937 to the late Jadie F and Sudie Gainey Teal. He was preceded in death by his siblings, J.Frank, Dorothy, Mary, Carolyn and Pearl.  Educated in Cabarrus County...

Aug 21, 2024

Robert Lee Bare, 89, of Landis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home.

The family will receive friends at Whitley’s Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday, August 25. Private cremation services will take place following the gathering of family and friends.

Robert was born December 27, 1934, in Beckley...

Aug 19, 2024

Nancy L. Argo, 87 of Kannapolis, passed away Monday August 19, 2024 at her home.

She was born in Cabarrus Co. to the late Rayvone Lisk and Jettie Johnson Lisk.

Nancy worked for Sears and Roebuck Company for over 40 years. She enjoyed camping, going for rides in the car and traveling, she stayed busy...

Aug 18, 2024

Sybil B. Edwards McKinney, age 83, of Kannapolis, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 16, 2024, from Autumn Care Salisbury after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

A funeral celebrating Sybil’s home-going will be held at Landis Baptist Church at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 25 with Rev. Mike Austin officiating. Burial...

Aug 17, 2024

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Wayne Kendall Lund, 77, our loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, on August 17, 2024 at home in Concord, North Carolina, surrounded by his family.

Wayne was born on April 10, 1947, in Edgerton, Wisconsin, the son of Jǿrgen and Belinde (Christianson) Lund. ...

Aug 17, 2024

Rosinell Josephine Hatley Cress,93 of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Caremoor Place in Kannapolis.

She was born April 22, 1931 in Stanly County, N.C. a daughter of the late Junie Washington Hatley and Alice Mae Earnhardt Hatley. Also preceding her In death was her husband, Luther Martin Cress, Jr....

Aug 15, 2024

Henry David Crowell, 72, of Kannapolis, passed away, Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.

He was born August 25, 1951 in Cabarrus Co. to the late Henry David Crowell Sr. and Vendetta Marie Clayton.

Henry was a union electrician working with nuclear power plants on the East Coast, he retired after 45 years...

Aug 14, 2024

SALISBURY- William K. (Ken) Cannon passed away peacefully, August 14th, 2024, at the accomplished age of 85. In his last moments, he was surrounded by his sons and his beloved Carlotta, at his home in Salisbury as he desired.

Born May 7, 1939, in Smyth County, Virginia, Ken was the eldest son of the late James Lewis...

Aug 13, 2024

Judy Ann Stafford Harper, 81, formally of Harrisburg and most recently of China Grove, died August 13, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a period of declining health.

A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Judy's life will be held at Whitley's Funeral Home on Saturday, August 24, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. A private interment...

Aug 12, 2024

Rebecca Jean Newton, our sweet beautiful angel, peacefully went to her Heavenly home Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024, at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital.

Born July 27, 2024, she was the daughter of Brandon Lee Newton and Madison Nicole York Newton.

In addition to her parents, family members include her brother, Matthew Lee Newton; maternal...

Aug 10, 2024

Tommy Lee Brackett, 43, of Kannapolis, passed away unexpectedly at his home Saturday evening, August 10, 2024.

Born October 29, 1980, in Concord, he was a son of Denny Lee and Kathy Diane Lynch Brackett.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Brandi Leigh Ann Harmon, grandparents, James and Janice Lynch, Bessie Goodnight and...

Aug 8, 2024

Gary Stonestreet Kosma, of Concord, NC, died on August 8, 2024, at the age of 80. Gary loved his Green Bay Packers and enjoyed hosting game nights for his friends.  He was a talented jazz saxophonist and spent years repairing school band instruments for many local kids.  Gary was also a talented watercolor painter and cartoon artist. Gary is...