Recent Obituaries in Kannapolis, NC

Aug 6, 2021

Junior Ray Anderson , 77, of Kannapolis passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 6, 2021 with his family at his side.

A funeral service to celebrate Junior’s life will be held at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00 AM Monday, August 9 with Rev. Leonard Ewing officiating. Burial will follow at West...

Aug 6, 2021

Fred Dwight Barbee, 78, of Concord went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 06, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He had been in declining health.

Fred was born June 11, 1943 in Cabarrus County, NC a son of the late John Ralph and Margaret Whitley Barbee.

In addition to...

Aug 5, 2021

William Michael “Mike” Murphy, 71, of Concord died unexpectedly at his home on August 5, 2021.

Mike was born February 6, 1950 in Charleston, West Virginia, a son of the late John B. Murphy, Sr. and Janet Hoffman Murphy. In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by his uncle and aunt, William and Sue...

Aug 5, 2021

Bobby Gene “Bob” Casper , age 88, of Concord, passed away at Tucker Hospice House on Thursday, August 5, 2021 after a period of declining health.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Bob was born August 31, 1932 in Cabarrus Co., a son of the late John B....

Aug 3, 2021

Janet Little Booth, 54, of Salisbury, passed away Tuesday evening, August 3, 2021, at her home, following a brief illness.

Born November 23, 1966 in Concord, she was the daughter of James and Sandra Wyatt Little. In addition to her parents, Janet leaves loving memories to her devoted husband of 33 years, David A. Booth; her brother,...

Aug 2, 2021

Frankie Annette Beaver Holshouser, 73, of Salisbury went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 2 2021 at Novant Rowan Regional Medical Center following a short illness.

Frankie was born March 4, 1948 in Rowan County, NC a daughter of the late Clyde Preston Beaver and Mary Walton Crook Beaver.

In addition to her...

Aug 2, 2021

Vicki Joyce Fuller Lippard, 73, of China Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 2, 2021. Vicki was born on October 24, 1947 in Forsyth County, NC to the late Irving Fuller and Lillian Kirk.

Vicki attended Meredith College before graduating from University of North Carolina with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. She was a long-time member...

Aug 2, 2021

Lircey Lee Brown, 94 of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 2, 2021 at his residence following a period of declining health.

He was born January 29, 1927 in Cabarrus County, NC a son of the late James Stewart Brown, Sr. and Cornelia Rumple Brown.

In addition to his parents, he...

Aug 2, 2021

Helen Frances Simpson, 88, entered her Heavenly Home Monday, August 2, 2021. She was surrounded by her loving family. Helen fought a brave and courageous battle with cancer and is now in her Heavenly Father's arms, "absolutely"  free of all pain.

She was born November 16, 1932 in Union County to the late Bainer Marsh Simpson and...

Aug 1, 2021

Ruby Ora Godwin Newsom, 96, of Kannapolis passed away Sunday, August 1, 2021 at Liberty Commons in Salisbury.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday August 4, at Whitley’s Funeral Chapel with Rev. J. R. Beaver officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. Her family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour...

Aug 1, 2021

David Anthony “Tony” Overcash, 69, of Concord, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 1, 2021. Tony was born on June 18, 1952 in Rowan County to the late Harry Wilson Overcash and Pattie Coan Overcash.

Tony honorably served his country in the United States Air Force. He went on to serve as a...

Aug 1, 2021

Velma Agnes Stirewalt Hampton, 98, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 1, 2021. Velma was born on September 13, 1922 in Faith, NC to the late Will Stirewalt and Cora Bostian Stirewalt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Carl Hampton; daughter, Caroll Lumsden; grandson, David Beaver; four...

Jul 30, 2021

Howard George Reeder, 68, of Salisbury passed away Friday, July 30, 2021 at Novant Health Presbyterian Hospital. Born February 25, 1953 in Hawaii, he was the son of the late Edwin Davis and Alfretta Morris Davis Reeder.

Howard enjoyed golfing, watching history movies, and planting flowers.

Howard is survived by his loving wife Patricia Lemmings...

Jul 29, 2021

Mildred “Millie” Louise Barlow Keller, 86, of Charlotte passed away Thursday, July 29, 2021 at her home. She was born July 8, 1935 in Kannapolis, NC, daughter of the late Fred and Eura Walker Barlow.

Millie is survived by her husband, Bob Keller.  Bob & Millie were high school sweethearts, who dated 6 years before marrying in...

Jul 28, 2021

Edward Emerson Edwards, 88, of Kannapolis, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Tucker Hospice. Born September 2, 1932, in Horry County, SC, he was the son of the late Wiley and Clarkie James Edwards.

During his working years, Red was a Meat Market Manager for Winn Dixie and later worked for WalMart. He was always smiling...

Jul 28, 2021

Kathryn Elizabeth Beaver Upright of Kannapolis passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.

She was born January 27, 1938 in Cabarrus County, NC a daughter of the late Robert Clifford Beaver and the late Nellie Brawley Beaver. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, T. Bruce Upright as well as her sister,...

Jul 28, 2021

Terry “Scott” Milem Jr., 54, of Mooresville, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 surrounded by loving family. Scott was born on July 18, 1967 in Cabarrus County to the late Terry Scott Milem Sr. and Phyllis Brown Milem, who survives. Scott worked as a Master Electrician for over 30 years. He honorably served his country...

Jul 28, 2021

Linda Brown Barbee, 74, of Concord passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at her home. She was born December 3, 1946 in Iredell County, a daughter of the late Linn and Lucy Elizabeth Brown. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Deanna Leigh Barbee in 1970.

Linda retired from the US Postal Service. She was a...

Jul 27, 2021

Cora Eldreth Curlee, 92, of Concord, passed away, Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at her home.

She was born March 13, 1929 in Wilkes Co. NC to the late Rev. James William Moore and Gertie Etta Greer Moore.

Cora worked many years at Cannon Mills in the weave room. She enjoyed her flowers, gardening, and reading...

Jul 27, 2021

Daphne Davis Esasky, 83, of Salisbury, passed away, Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Novant Rowan Medical Center.

She was born, August 10, 1937 in Landis, to the late Henry Dewey Davis and Annie Victoria Dunn Davis.

Daphne graduated from Lowrance Hospital School of Nursing in 1958 and served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Air...