Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Oct 2, 2021

Christol Dawn Campbell, 45, of Davidson went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Northeast, Concord. Death was unexpected.

Christol was born February 26, 1976 in Shelby County, Tenn. a daughter of Ronnie and Shelby Jane Broyles Black of Gastonia.

She was owner/operator of Sparkly Clean Home Cleaning...

Oct 2, 2021

Charles Alexander Varnadore Jr., 86, of Kannapolis, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Charles was born on November 21, 1934 in Chester County, SC to the late Charles Alexander Varnadore Sr. and Ouida Gaines Drennan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, David Varnadore and two sisters, Shirley Hickman and Mary Varnadore....

Oct 1, 2021

Margaret Jean Crawford Haynes, 83, of Lansing, N.C. formerly of China Grove went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, October 1, 2021 at Johnson City Medical Center in Johnson City, Tenn. Death was unexpected.

The family will have a private service.

Margaret was born March 19, 1938 in Cleveland County, NC a...

Sep 30, 2021

Charles Earl Irving, II, 80, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on September 30, 2021, after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia. “Charlie” was born in Leakesville, NC, on August 24, 1941, and was the oldest son of Charles Earl Irving, Sr. and Marion Wilkins and  grew up in Charlotte, NC, around East 36th St. He graduated...

Sep 30, 2021

Kimberly Dawn Waldroup, 51, of Kannapolis died unexpectedly on September 30, 2021 at her home. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Kimberly was born June 30, 1970 in Commerce, GA a daughter of the late James N. and Iris Ann Wingler Waldroup. In addition to her parents, Kimberly was preceded in death by her sister,...

Sep 30, 2021

Nancy Janelle Bentley, 86 of Mooresville entered into her eternal home on September 30th.

She was a beautiful soul that saw the best in everyone. Her love for God and devotion to her family defined her. To know her was a blessing and she touched so many hearts. The beach was her happy place and this amazing...

Sep 29, 2021

Phyllis Ann Beaver Ritchie, age 83, passed away September 29, 2021, at Morningside of Concord due to the effects of dementia.

Phyllis was born in October 24, 1937 in Cabarrus County. After graduating from Catawba College, she began her 57 year teaching career, most of which was spent at Northwest Cabarrus High School as a Business Education...

Sep 29, 2021

Michael "Wayne" Gainey, Sr., 63, of Kannapolis, passed away unexpectedly September 29, 2021 at his home after a brief illness. Born on January 17, 1958 in Darlington, SC; Wayne was one of 15 children belonging to the late Boyd and Kathleen Hall Gainey. In addition to his parents, Wayne is preceded in death by his brother, George Gainey. Wayne is...

Sep 28, 2021

Jack Donald Harwell was welcomed home into the arms of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis. He was surrounded by loving family. Jack was born October 18, 1935 and spent his entire life in the Kannapolis area. He retired after 55 years of service as a forklift mechanic...

Sep 28, 2021

Sebrina Morgan, 56, of Landis, passed away September 28, 2021 at her home. She was born October 23, 1964 in Rowan County, a daughter of the late Floyd Donaldson and Myra Shoe.

Sebrina had worked at the NC Transportation Museum for 15 years and also at Rowan Regional Medical Center. She loved being outdoors whether it was...

Sep 28, 2021

Jeanette Waters Lawrence, 87, of Kannapolis, passed away, Tuesday September 28, 2021 at her home, after a period of declining health. She was born October 29, 1933 in Pinetown, NC to the late, Addie Waters and Gladys Alligood Waters. Jeanette was a military wife, she enjoyed cooking, reading, and watching all sports on TV. She also loved hosting the...

Sep 28, 2021

Max Elijah Bowlin, 79, of Kannapolis, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, from Atrium Health Cabarrus, following a brief illness.

Born September 14, 1942, in Cabarrus County, he was a son of the late Johan Elijah and Bessie Mae Wingler Bowlin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Sep 28, 2021

Peggy Lou Kennedy Marshall, 81, of Kannapolis passed away peacefully at her home with children and family by her bedside on September 28, 2021 at her home. She was born March 16, 1940 in Duplin County, a daughter of the late Ned and Doris Heath Kennedy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Lee Marshall, granddaughter, Alisha...

Sep 27, 2021

Elizabeth Ann Barnhardt Moore, 65, of Kannapolis, went into her heavenly home on Monday, September 27, 2021. Ann was born on April 11, 1956 in Cabarrus County to the late Arnold Lee Barnhardt and Mary Elizabeth Watts Barnhardt. Ann was a caring and kind-hearted person who loved others unconditionally. She was a very involved and faithful member of Risen...

Sep 27, 2021

Frank Lyday Seay, 96, passed away on, September 27, 2021 at Atrium Hospital in Concord, NC.

He was born on December 6, 1924 in Gastonia, NC, the son of Robert L. Seay and Roxie Stoddard Seay.

Frank was a 1942 graduate of Thomasboro High School in Charlotte, NC.

Frank was a veteran of...

Sep 26, 2021

Barry Alexander Corriher, 74, of China Grove entered the Church Triumphant on Sept. 26, 2021. His beloved family is devastated by his sudden and unexpected death. Born March 5, 1947, Barry was the son of the late Crawford Hale Corriher and Edith Beaver Corriher. He was a lifelong member of Mt. Zion United Church of Christ. Barry was a...

Sep 25, 2021

Jerry Lee Pless, 80, of Salisbury, passed away Saturday evening, September 25, 2021, at Atrium Health Cabarrus.

Born October 2, 1940, in Cabarrus County, he was the son of the late Edward Lee and Lena Livengood Pless. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Pless Eudy.

Earlier if...

Sep 23, 2021

Derek Lee Bost, age 53,of Concord departed this earth on September 23, 2021. He was born on September 2, 1968 in Rowan Co., the son of the late Perry and Sybil Faggart Bost. A celebration of his life will be held at Cabarrus Brewing Company, 329 Mc Gill Ave. NW, Concord, NC 28027, on Monday, October 4, from 5:00...

Sep 23, 2021

Charles Eugene Mainer, 85, of Concord passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021. He was born June 28, 1936 in Cabarrus County, a son of the late Joseph Emmitt Mainer and Sadie McDaniel Mainer.  His father, J.E. Mainer Sr., and the Mountaineers are in the Bluegrass Hall of Fame in Nashville, Tenn.,Wilkesboro, and Kannapolis.

He was preceded...

Sep 22, 2021

Mr. Jerrel Everett James, age 74, of China Grove, NC, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. A private Family service honoring Jerrel's life was held at Carolina Memorial Park, officiated by Pastor Robert Howard. Jerrel was born September 17, 1947, in Chesterfield County, SC a son of the late Spofford James...