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Kathy Lynn Griffin
Jan 9, 2026
Kathy Lynn Griffin, 66, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on January 9, 2026.
Kathy was born on November 23, 1959, in Burlington, Vermont, to Helen Marie Deavitt and the late Carlton Robert Deavitt. She was the oldest of four children, including her twin and other half, Karen, and two cherished brothers, Karl and Keith. Kathy held many fond...
Frances Greene Kiker "Granny"
Jan 9, 2026
Mrs. Frances Greene Kiker of Monroe, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, January 9th, 2026, at the age of ninety-four.
Frances, affectionately known as “Granny” to all regardless of their relation, was born on August 19th, 1931. Her parents were the late Arthur and Asberry Greene who lived at the end of the...
Clayton Eugene Hucks
Jan 8, 2026
Clayton Eugene Hucks, 65, of Locust, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026 at his home.
Clay was born April 30, 1960 in Mecklenburg County to the late Laten William Hucks, Sr. and Molly Rowenia Hucks.He led a life filled with love for God, family, and others. A devoted husband, father, pawpaw, and friend, the spiritual leader of his family, grounded in...
Ronald Joseph Kolcusky
Jan 7, 2026
Ronald Joseph Kolcusky, 86, of Harrisburg, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina. He was formerly a resident of Wall, New Jersey, and a graduate of Westfield Senior High School, Class of 1957.
Ronald was born August 1, 1939, in Luzerne, Pennsylvania to the late Frank Joseph Kolcusky and Lenore Edith (Evans) Kolcusky. He was preceded in death...
Jo-Ann Teresa Lenzi Popham
Jan 7, 2026
After a courageous journey with cancer, Jo-Ann Teresa Lenzi Popham, 72, of Harrisburg, NC passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, with her husband of 52 years by her side.
Jo-Ann was born February 25, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York to the late Frances Thomas Lenzi and Grace Veronica Lenzi.
As a young child Jo-Ann and her parents relocated to Orlando, Florida to...
Olin Cranford Whitley
Jan 7, 2026
Olin Cranford Whitley, 81, of Locust, affectionately known as “Papa”, “Dad”, “Big Guy”, “Big O,” and “Boss Man,” peacefully went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
The family will receive friends and family from 12:00 PM - 1:45 PM on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Canton Baptist Church in Albemarle. A funeral service to celebrate his life...
James Farrell Russell
Jan 7, 2026
James Farrell Russell, 67, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at his home.
Mr. Russell was born March 29, 1958 in North Carolina to the late Cara William Russell and the late Stella Lynn Russell.
He was also preceded in death by wife, Patricia Ann Russell, sister, Nancy Diane Vanhoy, sister, Mary Lou Garden, brother Ronald Russell, and granddaughter Emaline Cox.
The...
Betty Jean White Pope
Jan 5, 2026
Betty Jean White Pope entered her heavenly home on January 5, 2026. Betty was born to McCamey Bost White and Vena Anne Garmon White on May 25, 1933, at home in Midland, Cabarrus County.
Betty retired from Duke Energy and later worked at the Cabarrus County Active Senior Living Center for several years.
She loved music and played the piano throughout her...
Doyle Ravon Hatley
Jan 5, 2026
Doyle Ravon Hatley, 59, of New London, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family and love.
He was a man who found joy in the simple, meaningful things in life. He had a lifelong passion for working on cars, always happy with grease on his hands and a problem to solve. Whether he was fixing an...
Shirley Mae McSwain
Jan 5, 2026
Shirley Mae McSwain, 87, of Albemarle, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026 at Stanly Manor in Albemarle. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, kindness and quiet strength.
Shirley was born August 17, 1938 in South Carolina. She was also preceded in death by loved ones Cheryl Howell, and husbands; Melvin Murray and Belmont Mcswain.
The family will receive friends from...
Sandy Marcus Baucom
Jan 4, 2026
Sandy Marcus Baucom, 70, of Kernersville, NC passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026 in Winston-Salem, NC.
Sandy was born February 28, 1955 in Monroe, NC, to the late Reverend Burvin Baucom and the late Mary Lee Greene Baucom. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Reverend Malon Baucom, his grandparents, Bruce and Martha Baucom and Lee and Maxine Greene;...
Phyllis Brooks Lambert
Jan 4, 2026
Phyllis Brooks Lambert, 85, of Concord, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home in Concord. Phyllis was born on June 11, 1940, in Big Lick, North Carolina, to the late Lane Washington Brooks and the late Ruth Ann Austin Brooks. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Dwayne, and her sisters, Judy Smith and Nadine...
Daniel Ray Kuda
Jan 4, 2026
Daniel “Dan” Kuda, affectionately known as “Paw Paw,” passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the age of 68.
Dan was born August 13, 1957, in Mexico, Missouri, and spent his early years in St. Louis, Missouri, where he built lifelong roots and memories. In 1990, he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina,...
Hugo Alex Londono
Jan 3, 2026
Hugo Alex Londoño, age 48, has passed away on January 3,2026. He was born on November 7,1977 in Venezuela, a place that shaped the foundation of who he was. His life though far too short was filled with meaning, love and unforgettable experiences.
He was a loving son and a dedicated father, roles he held with pride and devotion. He lived...
Gerd Fritz Hans Blankenburg
Jan 3, 2026
Gerd Fritz Hans Blankenburg, 85, of Concord, peacefully passed away at home on January 3, 2026, surrounded by his wife, Margret and daughters, Karen and Heike.
Gerd was born June 9, 1940, to the late Hermann Fritz Hans Blankenburg and the late Irma Blankenburg. He left home at age 14 to work in the coal mines, beginning a life marked by...
Michele Ann Walser Komendat
Jan 2, 2026
Michele Ann Walser Komendat, 64, of Concord, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026.
Michele was born January 5, 1961, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Richard Dwayne Walser and the late Christa Elise Müssig Walser.
Michele played varsity sports all throughout high school. She excelled in swimming and soccer. She was a graduate of the University at Buffalo and studied abroad...
Angela Rose Carman
Jan 1, 2026
Angela Rose Carman, born on May 16, 1965, in Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away on January 1, 2026, in Concord, North Carolina. She was a cherished individual known for her kindness and welcoming spirit, qualities that made others feel at ease in her presence.
Angela had a deep love for her church, family, and friends. Throughout her life, she found joy...
Ginger Smith Gulledge
Jan 1, 2026
Ginger Smith Gulledge, 57, of Midland, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville.
Ginger was born February 12, 1968, in South Carolina to Pat Ratliff Smith and the late Jewel Elree Gulledge.
The family will receive friends from 1:45 pm - 2:15 pm, Monday, January 5, 2026, at Locust Presbyterian Church. The funeral service will follow in...
Sylvia Morris
Jan 1, 2026
Sylvia R. Morris, 88, of Harrisburg, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Sylvia was born August 17, 1937, in Richmond, VA, to the late William Richardson and the late Belinda Muriel Harris Richardson. She was also preceded in death by her devoted husband of 65 years, Earl "Kenneth" Morris; sister, Wilma Austin; brother, William Richardson Jr.; and son-in-law, Wayne Meadows.
Sylvia spent...
Erik Christian Jensen
Dec 31, 2025
Erik Christian Jensen, 45, of Midland, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his residence in Midland.
Mr. Jensen was born on January 7, 1980, in Dallas, Texas to the late Arne Brichs Jensen and Diane Grothaus Jensen. He was also preceded in death by his father (2023).
The family will hold a celebration of life at a later date.
Erik graduated from...
Kathy Lynn Griffin
Jan 9, 2026
Kathy Lynn Griffin, 66, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on January 9, 2026.
Kathy was born on November 23, 1959, in Burlington, Vermont, to Helen Marie Deavitt and the late Carlton Robert Deavitt. She was the oldest of four children, including her twin and other half, Karen, and two cherished brothers, Karl and Keith. Kathy held many fond...
Frances Greene Kiker "Granny"
Jan 9, 2026
Mrs. Frances Greene Kiker of Monroe, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, January 9th, 2026, at the age of ninety-four.
Frances, affectionately known as “Granny” to all regardless of their relation, was born on August 19th, 1931. Her parents were the late Arthur and Asberry Greene who lived at the end of the...
Clayton Eugene Hucks
Jan 8, 2026
Clayton Eugene Hucks, 65, of Locust, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026 at his home.
Clay was born April 30, 1960 in Mecklenburg County to the late Laten William Hucks, Sr. and Molly Rowenia Hucks.He led a life filled with love for God, family, and others. A devoted husband, father, pawpaw, and friend, the spiritual leader of his family, grounded in...
Ronald Joseph Kolcusky
Jan 7, 2026
Ronald Joseph Kolcusky, 86, of Harrisburg, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina. He was formerly a resident of Wall, New Jersey, and a graduate of Westfield Senior High School, Class of 1957.
Ronald was born August 1, 1939, in Luzerne, Pennsylvania to the late Frank Joseph Kolcusky and Lenore Edith (Evans) Kolcusky. He was preceded in death...
Jo-Ann Teresa Lenzi Popham
Jan 7, 2026
After a courageous journey with cancer, Jo-Ann Teresa Lenzi Popham, 72, of Harrisburg, NC passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, with her husband of 52 years by her side.
Jo-Ann was born February 25, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York to the late Frances Thomas Lenzi and Grace Veronica Lenzi.
As a young child Jo-Ann and her parents relocated to Orlando, Florida to...
Olin Cranford Whitley
Jan 7, 2026
Olin Cranford Whitley, 81, of Locust, affectionately known as “Papa”, “Dad”, “Big Guy”, “Big O,” and “Boss Man,” peacefully went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
The family will receive friends and family from 12:00 PM - 1:45 PM on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Canton Baptist Church in Albemarle. A funeral service to celebrate his life...
James Farrell Russell
Jan 7, 2026
James Farrell Russell, 67, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at his home.
Mr. Russell was born March 29, 1958 in North Carolina to the late Cara William Russell and the late Stella Lynn Russell.
He was also preceded in death by wife, Patricia Ann Russell, sister, Nancy Diane Vanhoy, sister, Mary Lou Garden, brother Ronald Russell, and granddaughter Emaline Cox.
The...
Betty Jean White Pope
Jan 5, 2026
Betty Jean White Pope entered her heavenly home on January 5, 2026. Betty was born to McCamey Bost White and Vena Anne Garmon White on May 25, 1933, at home in Midland, Cabarrus County.
Betty retired from Duke Energy and later worked at the Cabarrus County Active Senior Living Center for several years.
She loved music and played the piano throughout her...
Doyle Ravon Hatley
Jan 5, 2026
Doyle Ravon Hatley, 59, of New London, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family and love.
He was a man who found joy in the simple, meaningful things in life. He had a lifelong passion for working on cars, always happy with grease on his hands and a problem to solve. Whether he was fixing an...
Shirley Mae McSwain
Jan 5, 2026
Shirley Mae McSwain, 87, of Albemarle, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026 at Stanly Manor in Albemarle. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, kindness and quiet strength.
Shirley was born August 17, 1938 in South Carolina. She was also preceded in death by loved ones Cheryl Howell, and husbands; Melvin Murray and Belmont Mcswain.
The family will receive friends from...
Sandy Marcus Baucom
Jan 4, 2026
Sandy Marcus Baucom, 70, of Kernersville, NC passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026 in Winston-Salem, NC.
Sandy was born February 28, 1955 in Monroe, NC, to the late Reverend Burvin Baucom and the late Mary Lee Greene Baucom. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Reverend Malon Baucom, his grandparents, Bruce and Martha Baucom and Lee and Maxine Greene;...
Phyllis Brooks Lambert
Jan 4, 2026
Phyllis Brooks Lambert, 85, of Concord, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home in Concord. Phyllis was born on June 11, 1940, in Big Lick, North Carolina, to the late Lane Washington Brooks and the late Ruth Ann Austin Brooks. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Dwayne, and her sisters, Judy Smith and Nadine...
Daniel Ray Kuda
Jan 4, 2026
Daniel “Dan” Kuda, affectionately known as “Paw Paw,” passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the age of 68.
Dan was born August 13, 1957, in Mexico, Missouri, and spent his early years in St. Louis, Missouri, where he built lifelong roots and memories. In 1990, he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina,...
Hugo Alex Londono
Jan 3, 2026
Hugo Alex Londoño, age 48, has passed away on January 3,2026. He was born on November 7,1977 in Venezuela, a place that shaped the foundation of who he was. His life though far too short was filled with meaning, love and unforgettable experiences.
He was a loving son and a dedicated father, roles he held with pride and devotion. He lived...
Gerd Fritz Hans Blankenburg
Jan 3, 2026
Gerd Fritz Hans Blankenburg, 85, of Concord, peacefully passed away at home on January 3, 2026, surrounded by his wife, Margret and daughters, Karen and Heike.
Gerd was born June 9, 1940, to the late Hermann Fritz Hans Blankenburg and the late Irma Blankenburg. He left home at age 14 to work in the coal mines, beginning a life marked by...
Michele Ann Walser Komendat
Jan 2, 2026
Michele Ann Walser Komendat, 64, of Concord, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026.
Michele was born January 5, 1961, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Richard Dwayne Walser and the late Christa Elise Müssig Walser.
Michele played varsity sports all throughout high school. She excelled in swimming and soccer. She was a graduate of the University at Buffalo and studied abroad...
Angela Rose Carman
Jan 1, 2026
Angela Rose Carman, born on May 16, 1965, in Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away on January 1, 2026, in Concord, North Carolina. She was a cherished individual known for her kindness and welcoming spirit, qualities that made others feel at ease in her presence.
Angela had a deep love for her church, family, and friends. Throughout her life, she found joy...
Ginger Smith Gulledge
Jan 1, 2026
Ginger Smith Gulledge, 57, of Midland, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville.
Ginger was born February 12, 1968, in South Carolina to Pat Ratliff Smith and the late Jewel Elree Gulledge.
The family will receive friends from 1:45 pm - 2:15 pm, Monday, January 5, 2026, at Locust Presbyterian Church. The funeral service will follow in...
Sylvia Morris
Jan 1, 2026
Sylvia R. Morris, 88, of Harrisburg, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Sylvia was born August 17, 1937, in Richmond, VA, to the late William Richardson and the late Belinda Muriel Harris Richardson. She was also preceded in death by her devoted husband of 65 years, Earl "Kenneth" Morris; sister, Wilma Austin; brother, William Richardson Jr.; and son-in-law, Wayne Meadows.
Sylvia spent...
Erik Christian Jensen
Dec 31, 2025
Erik Christian Jensen, 45, of Midland, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his residence in Midland.
Mr. Jensen was born on January 7, 1980, in Dallas, Texas to the late Arne Brichs Jensen and Diane Grothaus Jensen. He was also preceded in death by his father (2023).
The family will hold a celebration of life at a later date.
Erik graduated from...
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