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Obituaries for Hartsell Funeral Home
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Cathy Lisk Patterson
Sep 22, 2026
Cathy Sue Lisk Patterson, 70, of Midland, NC passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.
Cathy Sue was born October 17, 1955 in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late J.R. Lisk and the late Lillie Jane Ford Lisk.
She was also preceded in death by brother, Edward J. Lisk.
Survivors include her husband of...
Wilma Barbee Clontz
Sep 21, 2026
Wilma Barbee Clontz, 86, formerly of Midland, peacefully entered her heavenly home on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Tucker Hospice House, Kannapolis, N.C.
The family will receive friends on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 10 am – 10:45 am at Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord. A funeral service will immediately follow in the chapel, officiated by Pastor Rodney Taylor of Harmony...
James "Jim" Michael Smith
Sep 18, 2026
James Michael Smith, 56, of Monroe, NC went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Jim was born June 10, 1970 in Ohio to the late Dee Smith and the late Linda Weckesser.
He was also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Paul Motolik; and step-father, Howard Weckesser.
Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Paula Jo Smith of...
Rachael Elaine Severtsgaard
Sep 14, 2026
Rachael Elaine Severtsgaard, born July 16, 1985, in Rock Island, Illinois, passed away on September 14, 2026, leaving this world far too soon. Although her time with us was not nearly long enough, the love she gave, the lives she touched, and the memories she created will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Rachael...
Claude Woodliff
Sep 14, 2026
Claude Wilson Woodliff Jr, “Rat” 79 of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, September 14, 2026 at his daughter's home in Concord, NC. Mr. Woodliff was born August 4, 1947 in Charlotte NC to the late Claude Wilson Woodliff Sr. and the late Mary Patricia [Pat] Vanderburg Woodliff. He was also preceded in death by brothers, John William Woodliff, and Richard Baird Woodliff.
Claude Wilson Woodliff,...
Michael Joan Laney Hammonds
Sep 11, 2026
We say goodbye to a beautiful spirit whose courage inspired us all as she journeys into peace. Michael Joan Hammonds, 39, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026 at her home in Albemarle NC.
Michael was born August 29, 1987, in Fort Mill South Carolina to June Arrington and Hoss Laney.
A Celebration of Michael’s Life will be on Saturday, September...
Morton "Guy" Hunker
Sep 11, 2026
Morton Conklin Hunker, known to nearly everyone simply as “Guy,” passed away on September 11, 2026 surrounded by the family he loved so fiercely.
If you knew Guy, you may not have known his given name but you knew his unmistakable laugh. You knew he was always ready with a joke to lighten the mood, that he cared deeply, and that...
Pauline "Polly" Burris Moose
Sep 10, 2026
Hazel Pauline (Polly) Moose, 101, of Rock Hill, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Harbor Chase Assisted Living in Rock Hill, SC.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Hartsell Funeral Home in Albemarle, N.C. A graveside funeral service will be on Monday at 11:00 am at Fairview Memorial Park in...
Randy "R.C." Collins
Sep 9, 2026
Randy Lance “R.C.” Collins, age 68, passed away after a brave, multi-year battle with cancer. Born on April 16, 1958, in Concord, North Carolina, to the late Billy Ray Collins and Joyce Collins, R.C. will be remembered for his gentle heart, his old hippie soul, and a spirit that found peace and purpose in the Lord during his final years.
A...
Larry Theodore Russ, Jr.
Sep 8, 2026
Larry Theodore Russ, Jr., 62, of Concord, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Larry was born on April 27, 1964, in North Carolina to Larry Theodore Russ, Sr. and the late Lista Yvonne Russ. He was also preceded in death by his son Tanner Blake Russ.
Larry loved the outdoors and always wanted to be...
Thomas Whitestone
Sep 8, 2026
Thomas Elkin “Tom” Whitestone, longtime UNC Charlotte Sports Information Director and Associate Athletic Director for Media Relations, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, following a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. He was 62.
It is impossible to tell the story of Charlotte Athletics without telling the story of Tom Whitestone. He joined the 49ers in 1987 and spent the next...
David Stepp
Sep 8, 2026
David Brownlow Stepp passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, stories, faith, friendship, and love.
David was a devoted father to his only child, Teresa Harkey, and a proud grandfather to Kristen Melvin and her husband, Robert; Lauren Whitley and her husband, Michael; and David Noble and his fiancée, Mary Skey. He was especially proud of his...
Richard David Lee Kirk
Sep 6, 2026
Richard David Lee Kirk, 89, of Richfield, NC was called peacefully to his heavenly home on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Richard was born in Stanly County on December 15, 1936, to the late Jodie Edward Kirk and the late Bertha Drye Kirk.
Richard was an active member of Wesley Chapel UMC. After retiring from Alcoa, he enjoyed many years volunteering at the...
Laura Tishuk
Sep 6, 2026
Laura Jane Tishuk, 75, of Charlotte, NC joined loved ones in Heaven on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Laura was born October 11, 1950 in Flushing, New York to the late Hyman Merkin and the late Dorothy Merkin.
Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Tom; daughter, Melani and son in law Jay; granddaughter, Hailey; and sisters, Phyllis and Ronnie.
In lieu of flowers,...
Kelly Poplin Brown
Sep 6, 2026
Kelly Brown, 67, of Stanfield, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026, at home.
Kelly was born March 26, 1959, in North Carolina to the late Jimmy Harold Poplin and the late Sue Burris Poplin. She was also preceded in death by son, Aaron Murray Pattenick.
Kelly was a loving mother who was most proud of her daughter Taylor and all of her...
Dianne Cox Sossoman
Sep 6, 2026
Dianne Cox Sossoman, born February 8, 1942, entered Heaven on September 6, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Ephraim Donald Cox and Wilma Irene Perkins Cox.
Dianne was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry Wayne Sossoman; her brother, Kenneth Cox; and her niece, Autumn Cox.
A devoted follower of Christ, Dianne was a faithful member of First Assembly...
Victoria Walsnovich
Sep 4, 2026
Victoria Lynn Walsnovich (Vicky) of 2871 Walter Drive NW, Concord NC passed away at home Friday, September 4, 2026 after a long struggle with heart issues. She also had three strokes, you know, as she would remind everyone ad nauseam any time she made a mistake of any kind.
She was predeceased by her loving parents, Dolly and Milo Walsnovich. She is survived by her...
Marie Barbee Eudy
Sep 3, 2026
Marie Barbee Eudy, 91, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Bethany Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Albemarle.
Marie was born September 21, 1934, in North Carolina to the late Jonah Phillip Barbee and the late Dora Austin Barbee. She was also preceded in death by husband, Ralph Homer Eudy, sisters, Ruth Almond, Clara Coley, and Janet Almond.
Marie...
Julien Booth
Sep 2, 2026
The incredible life of community-builder Julien (JB) Binford Booth came to a heartbreaking end on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the age of 53. Julien’s most prized possessions in his life were his relationships; not the businesses he built, not the properties he restored, not even the community he spent decades quietly stitching together. Julien truly saw the trees within...
Tommy K Whitley
Sep 2, 2026
Tommy Keith Whitley, 95, of Frog Pond, North Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family. Born November 1, 1930, Tommy was a lifelong native of Oakboro and was born and raised in the Ridgecrest community.
Tommy was a lifelong and faithful member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, where his faith and his church family remained an important...
Cathy Lisk Patterson
Sep 22, 2026
Cathy Sue Lisk Patterson, 70, of Midland, NC passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.
Cathy Sue was born October 17, 1955 in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late J.R. Lisk and the late Lillie Jane Ford Lisk.
She was also preceded in death by brother, Edward J. Lisk.
Survivors include her husband of...
Wilma Barbee Clontz
Sep 21, 2026
Wilma Barbee Clontz, 86, formerly of Midland, peacefully entered her heavenly home on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Tucker Hospice House, Kannapolis, N.C.
The family will receive friends on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 10 am – 10:45 am at Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord. A funeral service will immediately follow in the chapel, officiated by Pastor Rodney Taylor of Harmony...
James "Jim" Michael Smith
Sep 18, 2026
James Michael Smith, 56, of Monroe, NC went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Jim was born June 10, 1970 in Ohio to the late Dee Smith and the late Linda Weckesser.
He was also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Paul Motolik; and step-father, Howard Weckesser.
Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Paula Jo Smith of...
Rachael Elaine Severtsgaard
Sep 14, 2026
Rachael Elaine Severtsgaard, born July 16, 1985, in Rock Island, Illinois, passed away on September 14, 2026, leaving this world far too soon. Although her time with us was not nearly long enough, the love she gave, the lives she touched, and the memories she created will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Rachael...
Claude Woodliff
Sep 14, 2026
Claude Wilson Woodliff Jr, “Rat” 79 of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, September 14, 2026 at his daughter's home in Concord, NC. Mr. Woodliff was born August 4, 1947 in Charlotte NC to the late Claude Wilson Woodliff Sr. and the late Mary Patricia [Pat] Vanderburg Woodliff. He was also preceded in death by brothers, John William Woodliff, and Richard Baird Woodliff.
Claude Wilson Woodliff,...
Michael Joan Laney Hammonds
Sep 11, 2026
We say goodbye to a beautiful spirit whose courage inspired us all as she journeys into peace. Michael Joan Hammonds, 39, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026 at her home in Albemarle NC.
Michael was born August 29, 1987, in Fort Mill South Carolina to June Arrington and Hoss Laney.
A Celebration of Michael’s Life will be on Saturday, September...
Morton "Guy" Hunker
Sep 11, 2026
Morton Conklin Hunker, known to nearly everyone simply as “Guy,” passed away on September 11, 2026 surrounded by the family he loved so fiercely.
If you knew Guy, you may not have known his given name but you knew his unmistakable laugh. You knew he was always ready with a joke to lighten the mood, that he cared deeply, and that...
Pauline "Polly" Burris Moose
Sep 10, 2026
Hazel Pauline (Polly) Moose, 101, of Rock Hill, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Harbor Chase Assisted Living in Rock Hill, SC.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Hartsell Funeral Home in Albemarle, N.C. A graveside funeral service will be on Monday at 11:00 am at Fairview Memorial Park in...
Randy "R.C." Collins
Sep 9, 2026
Randy Lance “R.C.” Collins, age 68, passed away after a brave, multi-year battle with cancer. Born on April 16, 1958, in Concord, North Carolina, to the late Billy Ray Collins and Joyce Collins, R.C. will be remembered for his gentle heart, his old hippie soul, and a spirit that found peace and purpose in the Lord during his final years.
A...
Larry Theodore Russ, Jr.
Sep 8, 2026
Larry Theodore Russ, Jr., 62, of Concord, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Larry was born on April 27, 1964, in North Carolina to Larry Theodore Russ, Sr. and the late Lista Yvonne Russ. He was also preceded in death by his son Tanner Blake Russ.
Larry loved the outdoors and always wanted to be...
Thomas Whitestone
Sep 8, 2026
Thomas Elkin “Tom” Whitestone, longtime UNC Charlotte Sports Information Director and Associate Athletic Director for Media Relations, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, following a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. He was 62.
It is impossible to tell the story of Charlotte Athletics without telling the story of Tom Whitestone. He joined the 49ers in 1987 and spent the next...
David Stepp
Sep 8, 2026
David Brownlow Stepp passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, stories, faith, friendship, and love.
David was a devoted father to his only child, Teresa Harkey, and a proud grandfather to Kristen Melvin and her husband, Robert; Lauren Whitley and her husband, Michael; and David Noble and his fiancée, Mary Skey. He was especially proud of his...
Richard David Lee Kirk
Sep 6, 2026
Richard David Lee Kirk, 89, of Richfield, NC was called peacefully to his heavenly home on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Richard was born in Stanly County on December 15, 1936, to the late Jodie Edward Kirk and the late Bertha Drye Kirk.
Richard was an active member of Wesley Chapel UMC. After retiring from Alcoa, he enjoyed many years volunteering at the...
Laura Tishuk
Sep 6, 2026
Laura Jane Tishuk, 75, of Charlotte, NC joined loved ones in Heaven on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Laura was born October 11, 1950 in Flushing, New York to the late Hyman Merkin and the late Dorothy Merkin.
Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Tom; daughter, Melani and son in law Jay; granddaughter, Hailey; and sisters, Phyllis and Ronnie.
In lieu of flowers,...
Kelly Poplin Brown
Sep 6, 2026
Kelly Brown, 67, of Stanfield, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026, at home.
Kelly was born March 26, 1959, in North Carolina to the late Jimmy Harold Poplin and the late Sue Burris Poplin. She was also preceded in death by son, Aaron Murray Pattenick.
Kelly was a loving mother who was most proud of her daughter Taylor and all of her...
Dianne Cox Sossoman
Sep 6, 2026
Dianne Cox Sossoman, born February 8, 1942, entered Heaven on September 6, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Ephraim Donald Cox and Wilma Irene Perkins Cox.
Dianne was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry Wayne Sossoman; her brother, Kenneth Cox; and her niece, Autumn Cox.
A devoted follower of Christ, Dianne was a faithful member of First Assembly...
Victoria Walsnovich
Sep 4, 2026
Victoria Lynn Walsnovich (Vicky) of 2871 Walter Drive NW, Concord NC passed away at home Friday, September 4, 2026 after a long struggle with heart issues. She also had three strokes, you know, as she would remind everyone ad nauseam any time she made a mistake of any kind.
She was predeceased by her loving parents, Dolly and Milo Walsnovich. She is survived by her...
Marie Barbee Eudy
Sep 3, 2026
Marie Barbee Eudy, 91, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Bethany Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Albemarle.
Marie was born September 21, 1934, in North Carolina to the late Jonah Phillip Barbee and the late Dora Austin Barbee. She was also preceded in death by husband, Ralph Homer Eudy, sisters, Ruth Almond, Clara Coley, and Janet Almond.
Marie...
Julien Booth
Sep 2, 2026
The incredible life of community-builder Julien (JB) Binford Booth came to a heartbreaking end on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the age of 53. Julien’s most prized possessions in his life were his relationships; not the businesses he built, not the properties he restored, not even the community he spent decades quietly stitching together. Julien truly saw the trees within...
Tommy K Whitley
Sep 2, 2026
Tommy Keith Whitley, 95, of Frog Pond, North Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family. Born November 1, 1930, Tommy was a lifelong native of Oakboro and was born and raised in the Ridgecrest community.
Tommy was a lifelong and faithful member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, where his faith and his church family remained an important...
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