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Velma Rozetta Hill Biggers
Jun 14, 2025
Velma Rozetta Hill Biggers, 92, of Concord, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Copperfield Health & Rehab in Concord.
Velma was born December 3, 1932 in Cabarrus County to the late Julius Bennett Hill and the late Mary Bell Russell Hill.
She was also preceded in death by husband, James Edward Biggers, Sr.
The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June...
Howard "June" Walter Ritchie, Jr.
Jun 12, 2025
Howard "June" Walter Ritchie, Jr., 75, of Salisbury, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 at his home.
June was born February 13, 1950 in North Carolina to the late Howard Walter Ritchie Sr. and the late Opal Maxine Batten.
He was also preceded in death by daughter, Stacey Jeanette Ritchie; siblings, Barry Ritchie, Patsy Ritchie, and Randy Ritchie.
The graveside service will be...
Jean Ann Olson
Jun 10, 2025
Jean Ann Olson, 91, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 28, 1933, in Wausau, Wisconsin, to the late Angus and Florence Rothwell. Jean was also preceded in death by her brother, William Rothwell, and her sister, Marilyn Geraldson.
Jean married her childhood sweetheart, William Olson. Together, they shared...
Caroline Denise Council
Jun 9, 2025
Caroline Denise Council, 60, of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Caroline was born October 20, 1964, in Charlotte to the late Carl Jennings Council Sr. and the late Mildred Gray Powell Council.
Caroline was a graduate of Pfeiffer University and enjoyed working as an IT Professional in the banking industry for many years. She...
Catherine "Cathy" Ward Therrell
Jun 7, 2025
Mrs. Catherine “Cathy” Ward Therrell, age 67, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7th, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born to the late Hicks and Dot Ward, Cathy was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She was the beloved wife of Charles Therrell, with whom she shared many joyful years.
Throughout Cathy’s career, she poured...
Samantha Gennelle Eaton
Jun 6, 2025
Samantha Gennelle Eaton, 29, of Rockwell, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025, with her loving husband and family by her side.
Samantha was born December 5, 1995 in Ogden, Utah to the late Michael Peebles Sr. and the late Cindy Hope Peebles.
She was also preceded in death by her father in law, Dennis Joseph Eaton.
Samantha loved to go on date nights...
Ralph Martin Theroux
Jun 5, 2025
Ralph Martin Theroux, age 79, of Harrisburg, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2025, at home after a long farewell from Alzheimer's disease.
Born on December 29, 1945, in Cohoes, New York, Ralph was the son of Ethel La Plante Theroux and Omer Francis Theroux. In 1955, his family relocated to San Diego, California, where Ralph spent much of...
Johnathan Abraham Grier
Jun 4, 2025
Johnathan Abraham Grier, 44, of Charlotte, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
Johnathan was born September 14, 1980 in Stanly County, North Carolina to Phyllis Grier and the late Robert Harry Grier Sr.
He was also preceded in death by brothers, Daniel Robert Grier, Robert H. Grier, Jr., and Carl Grier.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 am - 11:45am, Friday, June...
William "Bill" Francis Spears
Jun 4, 2025
William (Bill) Spears passed away in the loving arms of his sister, Tracy Spears Seitz on June 4, 2025 in Concord, North Carolina after a short illness.
He was preceded in death by his father, David K. Spears; his mother, Frances B. Spears and his brother-in-law, David L. Seitz, Jr.
Bill was born in Martinez, California. He grew up in Concord, California,...
Margarita Placino
Jun 4, 2025
Margarita Placino, 79, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Kiser Hospice House in Salisbury, NC.
Margarita was born on March 30, 1946, in Lucban, Quezon (Philippines) to the late Simplicio A. Salvanera and the late Manuela Zaide Salvanera.
Margarita who is fondly called “Maggie” was a loving and generous wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was married for 53...
Vivian Wallace Brooks
Jun 4, 2025
Vivian Alene Brooks of Midland, North Carolina, passed away on June 4, 2025 at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was 94 years old.
She was born in Midland, N.C., April 27, 1931. Vivian was the daughter of the late Edward and Grace Wallace. Vivian was a lifetime resident of the area, and the oldest of four children. She worked...
Margaret Freeman Curry
Jun 4, 2025
Margaret Freeman Curry, 93, of Midland, NC, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Aldersgate in Charlotte, NC.
Margaret was born September 2, 1931 in Pisgah, Alabama to the late Theodore Roosevelt Freeman and the late Mazie Belle Sewell Freeman.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Fred Ernest Curry, Jr.; son, Fred Ernest Curry...
Gregory Thomas Simpson
Jun 3, 2025
Gregory Thomas Simpson, was born to Stacey Simpson and Gregory Lawson, on February 9, 1984 on Fort Rucker, Alabama. He departed his life on earth and entered into eternal rest on June 3, 2025 while vacationing in Angeles Pampanga, Philippines
Greg grew up in Daleville, Alabama and attended Daleville High school, were he participated in long jump, triple jump and local...
Michael Leon Stirewalt
Jun 3, 2025
Michael Leon Stirewalt, 63, of Albemarle, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center - Main in Charlotte.
Michael (Mike) was born February 10, 1962, in North Carolina to Brenda Stirewalt and the late Leon Lambert.
He was also preceded in death by his stepfather Buddy Stirewalt, stepson Derick Poplin, grandson Devon Stirewalt .
Mike was a man who...
Ann Marie Rebovich Anderson
Jun 2, 2025
Ann Marie (Rebovich) Anderson, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 2, 2025, at the age of 92.
Ann was born on September 23, 1932, to the late Matt and Anna Rebovich. She graduated from Akron Central High School, outside of Buffalo, New York, as salutatorian of her class, and continued her education at Bryant & Stratton College....
Gladys Garcia
May 31, 2025
GLADYS GARCIA
APRIL 18, 1940 – MAY 31, 2025
Gladys Garcia, 85 years old, of Harrisburg, North Carolina, passed away on May 31, 2025.
Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, Pedro Garcia who died on May 18th, 2020. She is survived by her daughter, Maribel, her son-in-law, Ferdinand, her sister Milagros Mercedes and many nieces, nephews as well as spiritual children.
Gladys...
George Lee Plummer
May 31, 2025
George Lee Plummer, 86, of Midland, NC went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 31st, 2025 in the home he dearly loved, surrounded by his family.
George was born June 26th 1938 in Cabarrus County to the late Mary Lou Hooks Plummer, and John Leroy Plummer. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years Shirley...
Chante' Cranford
May 31, 2025
Chanté M. Norris Cranford, 53, of New London, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Chanté was born February 8, 1972 in Jacksonville, Florida to Marvin Eston Norris and JoLynn Covington Norris.
She was preceded in death by sister, Cindy Norris Rinehart.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Wednesday, June 4, 2025...
Mary Ann Black Black
May 30, 2025
Mary Ann Black, of Flowe Store Road in Midland, passed away early morning on May 30, 2025. She is survived by her beloved son David Charles Black, his wife, Debbie Ledford Black, and her granddaughter Kristen Lorene Black. So much of Mary Ann‘s life was her love and devotion to her family. Her mother was Annie Pope Black Vanderberg and...
Janet Dee Bender Kupfer
May 28, 2025
Janet Kupfer, 79, of Albemarle, NC passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Spring Arbor of Albemarle.
Mrs. Kupfer was born February 16, 1946 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania to the late Carl Bender and the late Elizabeth Bender.
She was also preceded in death by her twin-sister, Cheryl Burtis, and her husband Richard Kupfer.
Mrs. Kupfer was a longtime resident of Meadville, PA,...
Velma Rozetta Hill Biggers
Jun 14, 2025
Velma Rozetta Hill Biggers, 92, of Concord, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Copperfield Health & Rehab in Concord.
Velma was born December 3, 1932 in Cabarrus County to the late Julius Bennett Hill and the late Mary Bell Russell Hill.
She was also preceded in death by husband, James Edward Biggers, Sr.
The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June...
Howard "June" Walter Ritchie, Jr.
Jun 12, 2025
Howard "June" Walter Ritchie, Jr., 75, of Salisbury, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 at his home.
June was born February 13, 1950 in North Carolina to the late Howard Walter Ritchie Sr. and the late Opal Maxine Batten.
He was also preceded in death by daughter, Stacey Jeanette Ritchie; siblings, Barry Ritchie, Patsy Ritchie, and Randy Ritchie.
The graveside service will be...
Jean Ann Olson
Jun 10, 2025
Jean Ann Olson, 91, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 28, 1933, in Wausau, Wisconsin, to the late Angus and Florence Rothwell. Jean was also preceded in death by her brother, William Rothwell, and her sister, Marilyn Geraldson.
Jean married her childhood sweetheart, William Olson. Together, they shared...
Caroline Denise Council
Jun 9, 2025
Caroline Denise Council, 60, of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Caroline was born October 20, 1964, in Charlotte to the late Carl Jennings Council Sr. and the late Mildred Gray Powell Council.
Caroline was a graduate of Pfeiffer University and enjoyed working as an IT Professional in the banking industry for many years. She...
Catherine "Cathy" Ward Therrell
Jun 7, 2025
Mrs. Catherine “Cathy” Ward Therrell, age 67, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7th, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born to the late Hicks and Dot Ward, Cathy was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She was the beloved wife of Charles Therrell, with whom she shared many joyful years.
Throughout Cathy’s career, she poured...
Samantha Gennelle Eaton
Jun 6, 2025
Samantha Gennelle Eaton, 29, of Rockwell, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025, with her loving husband and family by her side.
Samantha was born December 5, 1995 in Ogden, Utah to the late Michael Peebles Sr. and the late Cindy Hope Peebles.
She was also preceded in death by her father in law, Dennis Joseph Eaton.
Samantha loved to go on date nights...
Ralph Martin Theroux
Jun 5, 2025
Ralph Martin Theroux, age 79, of Harrisburg, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2025, at home after a long farewell from Alzheimer's disease.
Born on December 29, 1945, in Cohoes, New York, Ralph was the son of Ethel La Plante Theroux and Omer Francis Theroux. In 1955, his family relocated to San Diego, California, where Ralph spent much of...
Johnathan Abraham Grier
Jun 4, 2025
Johnathan Abraham Grier, 44, of Charlotte, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
Johnathan was born September 14, 1980 in Stanly County, North Carolina to Phyllis Grier and the late Robert Harry Grier Sr.
He was also preceded in death by brothers, Daniel Robert Grier, Robert H. Grier, Jr., and Carl Grier.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 am - 11:45am, Friday, June...
William "Bill" Francis Spears
Jun 4, 2025
William (Bill) Spears passed away in the loving arms of his sister, Tracy Spears Seitz on June 4, 2025 in Concord, North Carolina after a short illness.
He was preceded in death by his father, David K. Spears; his mother, Frances B. Spears and his brother-in-law, David L. Seitz, Jr.
Bill was born in Martinez, California. He grew up in Concord, California,...
Margarita Placino
Jun 4, 2025
Margarita Placino, 79, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Kiser Hospice House in Salisbury, NC.
Margarita was born on March 30, 1946, in Lucban, Quezon (Philippines) to the late Simplicio A. Salvanera and the late Manuela Zaide Salvanera.
Margarita who is fondly called “Maggie” was a loving and generous wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was married for 53...
Vivian Wallace Brooks
Jun 4, 2025
Vivian Alene Brooks of Midland, North Carolina, passed away on June 4, 2025 at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was 94 years old.
She was born in Midland, N.C., April 27, 1931. Vivian was the daughter of the late Edward and Grace Wallace. Vivian was a lifetime resident of the area, and the oldest of four children. She worked...
Margaret Freeman Curry
Jun 4, 2025
Margaret Freeman Curry, 93, of Midland, NC, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Aldersgate in Charlotte, NC.
Margaret was born September 2, 1931 in Pisgah, Alabama to the late Theodore Roosevelt Freeman and the late Mazie Belle Sewell Freeman.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Fred Ernest Curry, Jr.; son, Fred Ernest Curry...
Gregory Thomas Simpson
Jun 3, 2025
Gregory Thomas Simpson, was born to Stacey Simpson and Gregory Lawson, on February 9, 1984 on Fort Rucker, Alabama. He departed his life on earth and entered into eternal rest on June 3, 2025 while vacationing in Angeles Pampanga, Philippines
Greg grew up in Daleville, Alabama and attended Daleville High school, were he participated in long jump, triple jump and local...
Michael Leon Stirewalt
Jun 3, 2025
Michael Leon Stirewalt, 63, of Albemarle, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center - Main in Charlotte.
Michael (Mike) was born February 10, 1962, in North Carolina to Brenda Stirewalt and the late Leon Lambert.
He was also preceded in death by his stepfather Buddy Stirewalt, stepson Derick Poplin, grandson Devon Stirewalt .
Mike was a man who...
Ann Marie Rebovich Anderson
Jun 2, 2025
Ann Marie (Rebovich) Anderson, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 2, 2025, at the age of 92.
Ann was born on September 23, 1932, to the late Matt and Anna Rebovich. She graduated from Akron Central High School, outside of Buffalo, New York, as salutatorian of her class, and continued her education at Bryant & Stratton College....
Gladys Garcia
May 31, 2025
GLADYS GARCIA
APRIL 18, 1940 – MAY 31, 2025
Gladys Garcia, 85 years old, of Harrisburg, North Carolina, passed away on May 31, 2025.
Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, Pedro Garcia who died on May 18th, 2020. She is survived by her daughter, Maribel, her son-in-law, Ferdinand, her sister Milagros Mercedes and many nieces, nephews as well as spiritual children.
Gladys...
George Lee Plummer
May 31, 2025
George Lee Plummer, 86, of Midland, NC went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 31st, 2025 in the home he dearly loved, surrounded by his family.
George was born June 26th 1938 in Cabarrus County to the late Mary Lou Hooks Plummer, and John Leroy Plummer. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years Shirley...
Chante' Cranford
May 31, 2025
Chanté M. Norris Cranford, 53, of New London, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Chanté was born February 8, 1972 in Jacksonville, Florida to Marvin Eston Norris and JoLynn Covington Norris.
She was preceded in death by sister, Cindy Norris Rinehart.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Wednesday, June 4, 2025...
Mary Ann Black Black
May 30, 2025
Mary Ann Black, of Flowe Store Road in Midland, passed away early morning on May 30, 2025. She is survived by her beloved son David Charles Black, his wife, Debbie Ledford Black, and her granddaughter Kristen Lorene Black. So much of Mary Ann‘s life was her love and devotion to her family. Her mother was Annie Pope Black Vanderberg and...
Janet Dee Bender Kupfer
May 28, 2025
Janet Kupfer, 79, of Albemarle, NC passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Spring Arbor of Albemarle.
Mrs. Kupfer was born February 16, 1946 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania to the late Carl Bender and the late Elizabeth Bender.
She was also preceded in death by her twin-sister, Cheryl Burtis, and her husband Richard Kupfer.
Mrs. Kupfer was a longtime resident of Meadville, PA,...
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