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Lonnie Ray Swanner
Apr 29, 2025
LONNIE SWANNER
Lonnie Swanner, 77, of Laura’s Lane in Albemarle, passed into eternity on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Spring Arbor Senior Living.
Born in the community of Arjay, Kentucky, on September 7, 1947, Lonnie was the eighth of twelve children born to the late Walter and Sarah Swanner. Six of his siblings survive.
Upon joining the United States Army at age 17,...
Sara Evelyine Smith Ritch
Apr 29, 2025
Sara Evelyine Smith Ritch, 95, of Concord, peacefully passed away in her home, surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Sara was born December 22, 1929 in Cabarrus County to the late Allen Elmer Smith and the late Ida Marie Harris Smith. She was also preceded in death by husband, James Madison Ritch, Jr.; and siblings, Louise Smith, Beulah...
Shirley H Easley
Apr 27, 2025
Shirley Honeycutt Easley, 87, of Kannapolis passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2015 at Tucker Hospice House.
Shirley was born on November 13, 1937 to the late Charles Franklin Honeycutt and Beulah Linker Honeycutt of Landis NC and was preceded in death by her beloved husband Olin Ray Easley, her child Cassandra Lynn Whited and Arvie Trent Hartsell, as well as...
Margie Marie Mullis
Apr 27, 2025
Margie Marie Mullis, 77, of Locust, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Margie was born February 22, 1948 in North Carolina to the late James Biggers and the late Mattie Biggers.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Terry Lee Mullis, brother, James Biggers, along with sisters, Billie Jo Scott and Vivian Clontz.
The family...
Retired Master Sergeant Larry Lawson Eudy
Apr 27, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of retired Army Master Sergeant Larry Lawson Eudy, a beloved husband, cousin and friend who left us peacefully on April 27, 2025 at the age of 87.
Born on August 8, 1937 in Albemarle, N.C., Mr. Eudy dedicated his life to service, honor, and community. After graduating from Albemarle Senior High...
Bruce Clinton Tennant
Apr 26, 2025
Bruce Clinton Tennant, 85, of Midland, NC, passed peacefully from this world on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Born on May 16, 1939, in Owego, New York, to Charles Delmont and Hannah Adams Tennant, Bruce was a devoted husband and a source of support, guidance and love to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Having spent much of his career as a model maker for...
Shane Smith
Apr 25, 2025
Farrell "Shane” Smith, 56 of Mount Pleasant, passed away on April 25, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.
Shane was born on December 29, 1968 to the late Michael Eugene Smith Sr. and Sara Elaine Eagle Smith.
Shane was hard-working and dedicated his heart to his business. He spent 41 years working as Wholesale Florist where he gained many lifetime friendships with his...
Beverly Roach Wilson
Apr 23, 2025
h Wilson, 80, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at Woodhaven Court.
Beverly was born May 23, 1944 in Spruce Pine, NC, to the late George and Beulah Roach. She was also preceded in death by husband, Gerald Thomas Wilson; sister, Mary Sue Young; brother, Clarence Edward Roach; and brother, Harold Van Roach.
Beverly lived for many years in Salisbury,...
Leslee Cole Wade Baker
Apr 21, 2025
Leslee Cole Wade Baker, 20, of Concord, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Cole was born June 27, 2004 in Kentucky to Leslie Vice and the late Terry Lee Baker.
He was also preceded in death by brother, Terry Lee Baker, Jr.
Cole enjoyed making everyone around him happy. He made it his life's mission to...
Vicky Lynn Huneycutt
Apr 19, 2025
Vicky Lynn Huneycutt, 72, of Albemarle, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Stanly Manor.
She was born November 30, 1952 in Oklahoma to the late Olin Crawford Huneycutt and the late Ruth Arlene Huneycutt.
Vicky was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many, who spent most of her time traveling and enjoying the world. She graduated from West Stanly...
Lydia Sawyer Connett
Apr 18, 2025
Lydia Sawyer Connett, 91, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025, peacefully, with her family at her side. She had been in declining health for several months.
Lydia was born in Alliance, North Carolina to the late Benjamin Taylor Sawyer and the late Myrtie Hunnings Sawyer. Lydia was a graduate of Pamlico County High School after which she was employed by S.H....
Patty McCain Crowell Lowder
Apr 15, 2025
Patty Crowell Lowder, 101, of Albemarle, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Southwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Clinton, NC.
Patty was born July 6, 1923, in Stanly County to the late Arnold Crowell and the late Elizabeth Vickers Crowell (Lizzie).
She was also preceded in death by husband, Quentin Elwood Lowder (of 37 years) and siblings, Winfred Crowell McQueen, Migon...
Sherry Allison Powell
Apr 15, 2025
Sherry Allison Powell, 74, of Harrisburg, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at her residence in Harrisburg.
Mrs. Powell was born May 20, 1950 in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late Robert and Millie Allison.
Sherry was a bright light to everyone she met. It was hard not to smile when around her with her...
Roger Allen Swain
Apr 14, 2025
Roger A. Swain
May 3, 1937 – April 14, 2025
Roger A, Swain, 87, of Harrisburg, NC, passed away peacefully at his home on April 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in 1937, Roger lived a full and vibrant life. A natural people person he spent most of his career in sales, where his outgoing personality and quick wit...
Eleanor Starnes
Apr 11, 2025
Eleanor Starnes, 88, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at Tower Nursing and Rehabilitation in Raleigh.
Eleanor was born October 21, 1936, in North Carolina to the late Johnny Jones and the late Mary Harvell Jones.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Joseph Henry Starnes and son, Glenn Dale Carroll.
The graveside service will be held on Thursday, April...
Earl Samuel Crisco
Apr 11, 2025
Earl Samuel Crisco, 86, of Davidson, passed away on April 11, 2025 at Atrium Health in Concord, NC.
He was born on December 15, 1938 to Doyd Preston Crisco Sr. and Rachel Blackwelder Crisco in Concord, NC. He was a member of Triplett Church, where he and wife Carolyn enjoyed many senior outings and have many friends. Earl was a retired...
Jon Rennen Edwards
Apr 10, 2025
Jon Rennen Edwards, a respected communications professional whose career in NASCAR spanned more than three decades, passed away April 10, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina, following complications from a diabetes-related illness. He was 52.
Born April 19, 1972, in Plantation, Florida, Jon was raised in several places across the Southeast, including Montgomery, Alabama, where he became the state’s top-ranked BMX racer...
Nancy Irene Hill
Apr 10, 2025
Nancy Irene Hill, 97, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025 surrounded by her family. Born October 9, 1927, in Stanfield, NC, Irene lived a long and meaningful life, grounded in love, faith, and family.
Irene was the beloved wife of the late Lester Reid Hill and a devoted mother to Kay Kanouff (Roger), Alvis Hill (Janet),...
June Fairweather Walker
Apr 8, 2025
June Fairweather Walker passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at approximately 5:45 p.m. She was 77 years old.
Born on January 2, 1948, in Seattle, Washington, June was the sixth of seven children of Harold and Theresa Walker. In 1949, the family relocated to California, eventually settling in Marin County, where June spent her formative years. She graduated from Sir...
Vicki Lynn Barnhardt
Apr 8, 2025
Vicki Lynn Barnhardt, 56, of Kannapolis, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at her residence.
Vicki was born July 22, 1968, in Concord, North Carolina to the late Arthur Griffith Morris and the late Linda Marlene Clark.
Vicki was a ball of sunshine. She lit up every room she walked in. Vicki loved music, she was always singing and dancing. At a...
Lonnie Ray Swanner
Apr 29, 2025
LONNIE SWANNER
Lonnie Swanner, 77, of Laura’s Lane in Albemarle, passed into eternity on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Spring Arbor Senior Living.
Born in the community of Arjay, Kentucky, on September 7, 1947, Lonnie was the eighth of twelve children born to the late Walter and Sarah Swanner. Six of his siblings survive.
Upon joining the United States Army at age 17,...
Sara Evelyine Smith Ritch
Apr 29, 2025
Sara Evelyine Smith Ritch, 95, of Concord, peacefully passed away in her home, surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Sara was born December 22, 1929 in Cabarrus County to the late Allen Elmer Smith and the late Ida Marie Harris Smith. She was also preceded in death by husband, James Madison Ritch, Jr.; and siblings, Louise Smith, Beulah...
Shirley H Easley
Apr 27, 2025
Shirley Honeycutt Easley, 87, of Kannapolis passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2015 at Tucker Hospice House.
Shirley was born on November 13, 1937 to the late Charles Franklin Honeycutt and Beulah Linker Honeycutt of Landis NC and was preceded in death by her beloved husband Olin Ray Easley, her child Cassandra Lynn Whited and Arvie Trent Hartsell, as well as...
Margie Marie Mullis
Apr 27, 2025
Margie Marie Mullis, 77, of Locust, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Margie was born February 22, 1948 in North Carolina to the late James Biggers and the late Mattie Biggers.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Terry Lee Mullis, brother, James Biggers, along with sisters, Billie Jo Scott and Vivian Clontz.
The family...
Retired Master Sergeant Larry Lawson Eudy
Apr 27, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of retired Army Master Sergeant Larry Lawson Eudy, a beloved husband, cousin and friend who left us peacefully on April 27, 2025 at the age of 87.
Born on August 8, 1937 in Albemarle, N.C., Mr. Eudy dedicated his life to service, honor, and community. After graduating from Albemarle Senior High...
Bruce Clinton Tennant
Apr 26, 2025
Bruce Clinton Tennant, 85, of Midland, NC, passed peacefully from this world on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Born on May 16, 1939, in Owego, New York, to Charles Delmont and Hannah Adams Tennant, Bruce was a devoted husband and a source of support, guidance and love to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Having spent much of his career as a model maker for...
Shane Smith
Apr 25, 2025
Farrell "Shane” Smith, 56 of Mount Pleasant, passed away on April 25, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.
Shane was born on December 29, 1968 to the late Michael Eugene Smith Sr. and Sara Elaine Eagle Smith.
Shane was hard-working and dedicated his heart to his business. He spent 41 years working as Wholesale Florist where he gained many lifetime friendships with his...
Beverly Roach Wilson
Apr 23, 2025
h Wilson, 80, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at Woodhaven Court.
Beverly was born May 23, 1944 in Spruce Pine, NC, to the late George and Beulah Roach. She was also preceded in death by husband, Gerald Thomas Wilson; sister, Mary Sue Young; brother, Clarence Edward Roach; and brother, Harold Van Roach.
Beverly lived for many years in Salisbury,...
Leslee Cole Wade Baker
Apr 21, 2025
Leslee Cole Wade Baker, 20, of Concord, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Cole was born June 27, 2004 in Kentucky to Leslie Vice and the late Terry Lee Baker.
He was also preceded in death by brother, Terry Lee Baker, Jr.
Cole enjoyed making everyone around him happy. He made it his life's mission to...
Vicky Lynn Huneycutt
Apr 19, 2025
Vicky Lynn Huneycutt, 72, of Albemarle, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Stanly Manor.
She was born November 30, 1952 in Oklahoma to the late Olin Crawford Huneycutt and the late Ruth Arlene Huneycutt.
Vicky was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many, who spent most of her time traveling and enjoying the world. She graduated from West Stanly...
Lydia Sawyer Connett
Apr 18, 2025
Lydia Sawyer Connett, 91, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025, peacefully, with her family at her side. She had been in declining health for several months.
Lydia was born in Alliance, North Carolina to the late Benjamin Taylor Sawyer and the late Myrtie Hunnings Sawyer. Lydia was a graduate of Pamlico County High School after which she was employed by S.H....
Patty McCain Crowell Lowder
Apr 15, 2025
Patty Crowell Lowder, 101, of Albemarle, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Southwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Clinton, NC.
Patty was born July 6, 1923, in Stanly County to the late Arnold Crowell and the late Elizabeth Vickers Crowell (Lizzie).
She was also preceded in death by husband, Quentin Elwood Lowder (of 37 years) and siblings, Winfred Crowell McQueen, Migon...
Sherry Allison Powell
Apr 15, 2025
Sherry Allison Powell, 74, of Harrisburg, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at her residence in Harrisburg.
Mrs. Powell was born May 20, 1950 in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late Robert and Millie Allison.
Sherry was a bright light to everyone she met. It was hard not to smile when around her with her...
Roger Allen Swain
Apr 14, 2025
Roger A. Swain
May 3, 1937 – April 14, 2025
Roger A, Swain, 87, of Harrisburg, NC, passed away peacefully at his home on April 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in 1937, Roger lived a full and vibrant life. A natural people person he spent most of his career in sales, where his outgoing personality and quick wit...
Eleanor Starnes
Apr 11, 2025
Eleanor Starnes, 88, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at Tower Nursing and Rehabilitation in Raleigh.
Eleanor was born October 21, 1936, in North Carolina to the late Johnny Jones and the late Mary Harvell Jones.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Joseph Henry Starnes and son, Glenn Dale Carroll.
The graveside service will be held on Thursday, April...
Earl Samuel Crisco
Apr 11, 2025
Earl Samuel Crisco, 86, of Davidson, passed away on April 11, 2025 at Atrium Health in Concord, NC.
He was born on December 15, 1938 to Doyd Preston Crisco Sr. and Rachel Blackwelder Crisco in Concord, NC. He was a member of Triplett Church, where he and wife Carolyn enjoyed many senior outings and have many friends. Earl was a retired...
Jon Rennen Edwards
Apr 10, 2025
Jon Rennen Edwards, a respected communications professional whose career in NASCAR spanned more than three decades, passed away April 10, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina, following complications from a diabetes-related illness. He was 52.
Born April 19, 1972, in Plantation, Florida, Jon was raised in several places across the Southeast, including Montgomery, Alabama, where he became the state’s top-ranked BMX racer...
Nancy Irene Hill
Apr 10, 2025
Nancy Irene Hill, 97, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025 surrounded by her family. Born October 9, 1927, in Stanfield, NC, Irene lived a long and meaningful life, grounded in love, faith, and family.
Irene was the beloved wife of the late Lester Reid Hill and a devoted mother to Kay Kanouff (Roger), Alvis Hill (Janet),...
June Fairweather Walker
Apr 8, 2025
June Fairweather Walker passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at approximately 5:45 p.m. She was 77 years old.
Born on January 2, 1948, in Seattle, Washington, June was the sixth of seven children of Harold and Theresa Walker. In 1949, the family relocated to California, eventually settling in Marin County, where June spent her formative years. She graduated from Sir...
Vicki Lynn Barnhardt
Apr 8, 2025
Vicki Lynn Barnhardt, 56, of Kannapolis, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at her residence.
Vicki was born July 22, 1968, in Concord, North Carolina to the late Arthur Griffith Morris and the late Linda Marlene Clark.
Vicki was a ball of sunshine. She lit up every room she walked in. Vicki loved music, she was always singing and dancing. At a...
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