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Randy Edwin Isenhour

Randy Edwin Isenhour

May 19, 2026

Randy Edwin Isenhour, 71, of New London, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Preston House Memory Care.

Randy was born on May 26, 1954, in Albemarle to the late Joe Kenneth Isenhour and Doris Roxie Mae Gurley Isenhour.

Randy was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose family was the center of his world. He loved deeply and selflessly,...

Faye Rose Rivera

Faye Rose Rivera

May 19, 2026

Faye Rose Rivera, 83, of Concord, NC, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Faye was born August 18, 1942 in North Carolina to the late Alonzo Allen and Vashti Baker Allen.

She was also preceded in death by her grandson, Christian Eric Rivera and great-granddaughter, Michelle Brenda Rose Mahaffey.

The family will receive friends from 12:00...

Donald Clyde Vanhoy

Donald Clyde Vanhoy

May 17, 2026

Donald Clyde Vanhoy, 77, of Richfield, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Atrium Health Charlotte.

He was born August 15, 1948, in Stanly County to the late Charles and Lillie H. Vanhoy.

He was also preceded in death by brothers: Lane (Betty) Vanhoy, Tom (Donna Kaye) Vanhoy and Jerry Vanhoy, sister- in-law, Jane Vanhoy and brother- in- law Lee...

Cynthia (Cindy) Harris Isenhour

Cynthia (Cindy) Harris Isenhour

May 17, 2026

Cynthia (Cindy) Harris Isenhour, 73, of Harrisburg, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026.

She was born May 26, 1952 in Concord, NC, to the late Lewis Nash Harris and Mary Laura Rice Harris.  Cynthia is survived by her three children, Penny Isenhour (Brett Mullin), Jerry Isenhour (Amanda Lyerly Isenhour) and Shawn Isenhour (Rick Ashley). She is survived by her younger brother Wayne...

James Edward McEachern

James Edward McEachern

May 16, 2026

It is with great sadness to report that James Edward (Eddie) McEachern, 70, of Concord, NC, passed away at Tucker Hospice Inpatient unit on May 16, 2026, following complications of chronic asthma and Covid.

Born on March 14, 1956 in Albemarle, NC as the son of Reuben H. McEachern and Ora Lee C. Harvell.

From 1978-1989, he proudly served in the U.S....

Rev. Lonnie Graham Eaves, Jr

Rev. Lonnie Graham Eaves, Jr

May 12, 2026

Rev. Lonnie Graham Eaves, Jr. (LG), 94, of Concord NC, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on May 12, 2026.

Born on November 9, 1931 in Marshall, Texas, LG was the son of May Agnes Eaves and Lonnie Graham Eaves. During his formative years, he grew up in Marshall Texas, graduating from Marshall High School in 1950;...

David Owen Winkowski, Sr.

David Owen Winkowski, Sr.

May 11, 2026

David Owen Winkowski, Sr., 81, of Concord NC died on May 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with Neuroendocrine cancer.

Dave is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Lana, and his children, Betsy, David Jr., Dan, and their wonderful and understanding spouses, Andy, Katie and Jackson. He is also survived by grandchildren Megan, Alex,...

Rev. Edward A. Lenzer, Jr.

Rev. Edward A. Lenzer, Jr.

May 10, 2026

Rev. Edward A. "Ed" Lenzer Jr., 87, of Concord, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord, surrounded by his loving family.

Born April 25, 1939, in Ohio, he was the son of the late Edward Anthony Lenzer Sr. and Gertrude Anna Lenzer. He was a retired pastor of over 60 years who faithfully served his...

William Howard Dawson, Jr.

William Howard Dawson, Jr.

May 10, 2026

Bill Dawson went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Salisbury VA Home with family by his side. He was born December 5, 1945, in Okolona, Mississippi, to Geneva George and William Howard Dawson Sr. Preceding in death in addition to his parents were brothers, David Dawson, Lee Dawson, grandson Tyler S Whitley, and...

Randall Soyars Minix

Randall Soyars Minix

May 8, 2026

 Randall Soyars Minix went home to be with Jesus on May 8, 2026 at age 76.

 He was born to Samuel S. and Nancy L. Minix on January 21, 1950 in Lynchburg, VA. 

 Randy played basketball at William Campbell High School in Naruna, VA and received a scholarship to play at Virginia Tech from 1968-1972. He was an active member and continued to serve...

Robert Lee Drake

Robert Lee Drake

May 7, 2026

Robert Lee Drake, 83, of Monroe, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026 at his home.

Robert was born July 11, 1942 in North Carolina to the late Baxter Cullwell Drake and the late Ruth Mildred Drake. He was also preceded in death by brother, Joe Neal Drake, two sister in laws, Millie Ann Drake and Bonnie Drake and grandson River Drake.

Robert...

Karen Radke Allan

Karen Radke Allan

May 7, 2026

Karen Radke Allan, 75, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Karen was born on August 14, 1950, in South Dakota. She lived a life centered around family, laughter, hard work, and caring for others. She was known for her wicked sense of humor, her stubborn spirit, and the deep...

Lois Loretta Paxton Shaver

Lois Loretta Paxton Shaver

May 5, 2026

Lois Loretta Paxton Shaver, 76, of Concord, passed away Tuesday May 5, 2026 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital.

Ms. Shaver was born June 11, 1949 in Cabarrus County, to the late Elias James Paxton and the late Lora Loretta Paxton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Larry W. Shaver, Sr.; son, Larry W. Shaver, Jr., and siblings, Sam...

Mariann Shue

Mariann Shue

May 5, 2026

Mariann Shue will be remembered as a deeply devoted and loyal wife whose life was defined by her love for family, friends, and coworkers. She had a generous spirit and a kind heart, always placing the needs and well-being of others before her own. Mariann found great joy in the simple beauties of life. She had a remarkable green thumb...

Roger Lloyd Dean

Roger Lloyd Dean

May 5, 2026

Roger Lloyd Dean, 85, left to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.

The game animals and fish are a little safer today.

Roger was born January 10, 1941 in North Carolina to the late Iley "Buck" Leamond Dean and the late Emily Pearl Lloyd. He was also preceded in death by brother...

Cyrus Mack Barr, Jr.

Cyrus Mack Barr, Jr.

May 2, 2026

Cyrus Mack Barr, 91, of Harrisburg, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Clear Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Mint Hill.

Mack was born June 15, 1934 in North Carolina to the late Cyrus Mack Barr, Sr. and the late Ella Mae Barr.

He was also preceded in death by first wife, Clara June Barr; second wife, Patsy Lou Barr; daughter,...

Bobby Ray Bonds

Bobby Ray Bonds

May 2, 2026

Rev. Bobby Ray Bonds, age 94, of Harrisburg, NC passed away on May 2, 2026. He graduated from Burlington High School, Catawba College, and Yale Divinity School. He spent sixty years in ministry, serving seven congregations in Connecticut, West Virginia, and central North Carolina.

 He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Carol Clapp Bonds; his parents, Gurly George Bonds...

Kirk Matthew Rowand

Kirk Matthew Rowand

May 2, 2026

Kirk Matthew Rowand, 75, of Harrisburg, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026.

Kirk was born December 6, 1950, in Spokane, Washington, to the late David and Aileen Rowand.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 37 years, Laural; children, Wayne, Bobby, Jessi (Ron), Aaron (Gina) and Mike; and four grandchildren, Ben, Maddy, Brayden, and Matthew.

Kirk Rowand was a wonderful man whose quiet strength,...

Ernest "Ernie" Lee Payton, Sr.

Ernest "Ernie" Lee Payton, Sr.

May 1, 2026

Ernest Lee Payton Sr., better known as Ernie, was born on September 27, 1936 in Doddsville, MS to Louis Payton and Martha Davis. Ernie was raised along with his brother in a tight-knit community made up of aunts, uncles and his grandfather, Popa.

Later his mother decided to move to New York for a better life. At the age of eight,...

Ruth Furr Brooks

Ruth Furr Brooks

May 1, 2026

Ruth Furr Brooks, of Midland, transitioned from life to life everlasting on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Brookdale Monroe Square. She recently celebrated her 105th birthday on Easter Sunday.

Mrs. Brooks was born April 5, 1921, in Stanly County to the late John Lee Furr and the late Dora Frances Furr. She was also preceded in death by husband, James Thomas...

Randy Edwin Isenhour

Randy Edwin Isenhour

May 19, 2026

Randy Edwin Isenhour, 71, of New London, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Preston House Memory Care.

Randy was born on May 26, 1954, in Albemarle to the late Joe Kenneth Isenhour and Doris Roxie Mae Gurley Isenhour.

Randy was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose family was the center of his world. He loved deeply and selflessly,...

Faye Rose Rivera

Faye Rose Rivera

May 19, 2026

Faye Rose Rivera, 83, of Concord, NC, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Faye was born August 18, 1942 in North Carolina to the late Alonzo Allen and Vashti Baker Allen.

She was also preceded in death by her grandson, Christian Eric Rivera and great-granddaughter, Michelle Brenda Rose Mahaffey.

The family will receive friends from 12:00...

Donald Clyde Vanhoy

Donald Clyde Vanhoy

May 17, 2026

Donald Clyde Vanhoy, 77, of Richfield, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Atrium Health Charlotte.

He was born August 15, 1948, in Stanly County to the late Charles and Lillie H. Vanhoy.

He was also preceded in death by brothers: Lane (Betty) Vanhoy, Tom (Donna Kaye) Vanhoy and Jerry Vanhoy, sister- in-law, Jane Vanhoy and brother- in- law Lee...

Cynthia (Cindy) Harris Isenhour

Cynthia (Cindy) Harris Isenhour

May 17, 2026

Cynthia (Cindy) Harris Isenhour, 73, of Harrisburg, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026.

She was born May 26, 1952 in Concord, NC, to the late Lewis Nash Harris and Mary Laura Rice Harris.  Cynthia is survived by her three children, Penny Isenhour (Brett Mullin), Jerry Isenhour (Amanda Lyerly Isenhour) and Shawn Isenhour (Rick Ashley). She is survived by her younger brother Wayne...

James Edward McEachern

James Edward McEachern

May 16, 2026

It is with great sadness to report that James Edward (Eddie) McEachern, 70, of Concord, NC, passed away at Tucker Hospice Inpatient unit on May 16, 2026, following complications of chronic asthma and Covid.

Born on March 14, 1956 in Albemarle, NC as the son of Reuben H. McEachern and Ora Lee C. Harvell.

From 1978-1989, he proudly served in the U.S....

Rev. Lonnie Graham Eaves, Jr

Rev. Lonnie Graham Eaves, Jr

May 12, 2026

Rev. Lonnie Graham Eaves, Jr. (LG), 94, of Concord NC, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on May 12, 2026.

Born on November 9, 1931 in Marshall, Texas, LG was the son of May Agnes Eaves and Lonnie Graham Eaves. During his formative years, he grew up in Marshall Texas, graduating from Marshall High School in 1950;...

David Owen Winkowski, Sr.

David Owen Winkowski, Sr.

May 11, 2026

David Owen Winkowski, Sr., 81, of Concord NC died on May 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with Neuroendocrine cancer.

Dave is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Lana, and his children, Betsy, David Jr., Dan, and their wonderful and understanding spouses, Andy, Katie and Jackson. He is also survived by grandchildren Megan, Alex,...

Rev. Edward A. Lenzer, Jr.

Rev. Edward A. Lenzer, Jr.

May 10, 2026

Rev. Edward A. "Ed" Lenzer Jr., 87, of Concord, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord, surrounded by his loving family.

Born April 25, 1939, in Ohio, he was the son of the late Edward Anthony Lenzer Sr. and Gertrude Anna Lenzer. He was a retired pastor of over 60 years who faithfully served his...

William Howard Dawson, Jr.

William Howard Dawson, Jr.

May 10, 2026

Bill Dawson went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Salisbury VA Home with family by his side. He was born December 5, 1945, in Okolona, Mississippi, to Geneva George and William Howard Dawson Sr. Preceding in death in addition to his parents were brothers, David Dawson, Lee Dawson, grandson Tyler S Whitley, and...

Randall Soyars Minix

Randall Soyars Minix

May 8, 2026

 Randall Soyars Minix went home to be with Jesus on May 8, 2026 at age 76.

 He was born to Samuel S. and Nancy L. Minix on January 21, 1950 in Lynchburg, VA. 

 Randy played basketball at William Campbell High School in Naruna, VA and received a scholarship to play at Virginia Tech from 1968-1972. He was an active member and continued to serve...

Robert Lee Drake

Robert Lee Drake

May 7, 2026

Robert Lee Drake, 83, of Monroe, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026 at his home.

Robert was born July 11, 1942 in North Carolina to the late Baxter Cullwell Drake and the late Ruth Mildred Drake. He was also preceded in death by brother, Joe Neal Drake, two sister in laws, Millie Ann Drake and Bonnie Drake and grandson River Drake.

Robert...

Karen Radke Allan

Karen Radke Allan

May 7, 2026

Karen Radke Allan, 75, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Karen was born on August 14, 1950, in South Dakota. She lived a life centered around family, laughter, hard work, and caring for others. She was known for her wicked sense of humor, her stubborn spirit, and the deep...

Lois Loretta Paxton Shaver

Lois Loretta Paxton Shaver

May 5, 2026

Lois Loretta Paxton Shaver, 76, of Concord, passed away Tuesday May 5, 2026 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital.

Ms. Shaver was born June 11, 1949 in Cabarrus County, to the late Elias James Paxton and the late Lora Loretta Paxton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Larry W. Shaver, Sr.; son, Larry W. Shaver, Jr., and siblings, Sam...

Mariann Shue

Mariann Shue

May 5, 2026

Mariann Shue will be remembered as a deeply devoted and loyal wife whose life was defined by her love for family, friends, and coworkers. She had a generous spirit and a kind heart, always placing the needs and well-being of others before her own. Mariann found great joy in the simple beauties of life. She had a remarkable green thumb...

Roger Lloyd Dean

Roger Lloyd Dean

May 5, 2026

Roger Lloyd Dean, 85, left to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.

The game animals and fish are a little safer today.

Roger was born January 10, 1941 in North Carolina to the late Iley "Buck" Leamond Dean and the late Emily Pearl Lloyd. He was also preceded in death by brother...

Cyrus Mack Barr, Jr.

Cyrus Mack Barr, Jr.

May 2, 2026

Cyrus Mack Barr, 91, of Harrisburg, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Clear Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Mint Hill.

Mack was born June 15, 1934 in North Carolina to the late Cyrus Mack Barr, Sr. and the late Ella Mae Barr.

He was also preceded in death by first wife, Clara June Barr; second wife, Patsy Lou Barr; daughter,...

Bobby Ray Bonds

Bobby Ray Bonds

May 2, 2026

Rev. Bobby Ray Bonds, age 94, of Harrisburg, NC passed away on May 2, 2026. He graduated from Burlington High School, Catawba College, and Yale Divinity School. He spent sixty years in ministry, serving seven congregations in Connecticut, West Virginia, and central North Carolina.

 He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Carol Clapp Bonds; his parents, Gurly George Bonds...

Kirk Matthew Rowand

Kirk Matthew Rowand

May 2, 2026

Kirk Matthew Rowand, 75, of Harrisburg, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026.

Kirk was born December 6, 1950, in Spokane, Washington, to the late David and Aileen Rowand.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 37 years, Laural; children, Wayne, Bobby, Jessi (Ron), Aaron (Gina) and Mike; and four grandchildren, Ben, Maddy, Brayden, and Matthew.

Kirk Rowand was a wonderful man whose quiet strength,...

Ernest "Ernie" Lee Payton, Sr.

Ernest "Ernie" Lee Payton, Sr.

May 1, 2026

Ernest Lee Payton Sr., better known as Ernie, was born on September 27, 1936 in Doddsville, MS to Louis Payton and Martha Davis. Ernie was raised along with his brother in a tight-knit community made up of aunts, uncles and his grandfather, Popa.

Later his mother decided to move to New York for a better life. At the age of eight,...

Ruth Furr Brooks

Ruth Furr Brooks

May 1, 2026

Ruth Furr Brooks, of Midland, transitioned from life to life everlasting on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Brookdale Monroe Square. She recently celebrated her 105th birthday on Easter Sunday.

Mrs. Brooks was born April 5, 1921, in Stanly County to the late John Lee Furr and the late Dora Frances Furr. She was also preceded in death by husband, James Thomas...

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