Obituaries
Obituaries for Hartsell Funeral Home
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Nancy Ann Carriker Blackwelder
Jan 24, 2025
Nancy Ann Carriker Blackwelder, 92, of Concord, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025.
Nancy was born August 13, 1932 in Gaston County, NC, to the late Casper Owen Carriker Sr. and the late Mary Jane Cline Carriker. Nancy was also preceded in death by her husband, Rudolph V. Blackwelder; brothers, Owen Carriker Jr. and John Carriker; and infant sister, Elizabeth Carriker.
Nancy...
William "Billy" Clinton Kluttz, Jr.
Jan 24, 2025
William "Billy" Clinton Kluttz Jr., 67, of Concord, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Billy was born December 3, 1957, in Charlotte, to the late William "Bill" Clinton Kluttz Sr. and Nancy Frances Harrill Kluttz. He was also preceded in death by infant daughter, Austin Elizabeth Kluttz.
Billy was a proud graduate of North Carolina State...
Kathleen Barbee Bowers
Jan 24, 2025
Kathleen Barbee Bowers, 97, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025.
Kathleen was born October 12, 1927 in Stanly County, North Carolina to the late Silas Cecil Barbee and the late Bertie Mae Morris Barbee.
She was also preceded in death by husband of 45 years, Harry Leon "Sug" Bowers; son, Donnie William Bowers; sisters, Sadie Howell, Dorothy Coxton, and Frances...
James Richard Pendleton
Jan 23, 2025
James R. Pendleton, 89, of Concord, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Taylor Glen. Mr. Pendleton was born September 3, 1935 in Erie, Pennsylvania to the late William C. Pendleton and the late Beatrice Koons Pendleton.
He graduated from the machine shop class of Erie Technical High School, served in the US Navy for four years, and worked in the...
Samuel Lee Mullis
Jan 23, 2025
Samuel Lee Mullis, 82, of Concord, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Novant Health in Huntersville.
“Santa” Sam was born July 8, 1942, in Concord, NC, to the late James Alfred Mullis and the late Omie Leona Mullis. He was also preceded in death by wife, Shelia Talbert; son, Shawn Alexander; and brother, Arthur Eugene.
Survivors include special friend, Sherry Swett;...
Kay Lee Harwood
Jan 22, 2025
Kay Lee Harwood, 83, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at home.
Kay was born January 30, 1941 in North Carolina to the late John H. Furr and the late Bertha Furr.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Hal Emsley Harwood, brother Kenneth Furr,
Kay was a wonderful wife to Hal for over 60 years, a loving mother to...
Phyllis Avon Young Hargett
Jan 21, 2025
Phyllis Avon Young Hargett, 85, of Harrisburg, passed away in her home January 21, 2025. She was born September 4, 1939 in Charlotte, NC, to the late Clayton Young and the late Savannah Wallace Young.
Phyllis was gentle and patient, wise and forgiving. She enjoyed laughter and helped others have fun. She made sure her home was welcoming and warm. Phyllis...
Janie Mae Swaringen Whitley
Jan 21, 2025
Janie Mae Swaringen Whitley, 85, of Oakboro, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.
Janie was born August 4, 1939 in Norwood, North Carolina to the late James Harvey Swaringen and the late Annie Lambert Hatley.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Clayton Alexander "Buddy" Whitley, brothers, Steven Carroll Swaringen and James...
Gary Richard Spizzirri
Jan 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Spizzirri, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who left this world on January 19th, 2025. Gary lived a life filled with love, laughter, and an unmatched sense of sarcasm.
Gary adored his grandchildren above all else. They were the light of his life, and he found endless joy in...
James Michael Belluscio
Jan 19, 2025
James Michael Belluscio, 70, of Concord, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
James was born September 4, 1954, in Greenwich, Connecticut, to the late Michael Anthony Belluscio and the late Theresa Gabriel Belluscio.
James moved from Connecticut to Concord, North Carolina, to live with his daughter, Kimberly. He expressed so much happiness and joy at finally moving...
James Donald Gordon
Jan 18, 2025
James Donald Gordon, 84, of Richfield, NC. passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025 at home.
Don was born January 6, 1941, in North Carolina to the late James Franklin Gordon and the late Cora Mae Gordon.
He was also preceded in death by wife, Marie Elaine Gordon, and sister, Linda Jean Stewart.
A graveside will be on Tuesday at 2:00 pm at Solid...
Susan Harrell Odysseus
Jan 17, 2025
Susan Harrell Odysseus, 74, of Harrisburg, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025, at Five Oaks Manor in Concord.
Mrs.Odysseus was born May 1, 1950, in Portsmouth, Virginia, to the late Mark Jefferson Harrell and the late Lillian Wilson Harrell. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Stephen Odysseus, Jr.; son, Stephen Sonny Odysseus; and sister, Erin Cole.
A memorial...
Jerry Clark
Jan 17, 2025
Jerry Clark, 72, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025 at his home in Albemarle surrounded by his loved ones.
Clark was born August 29, 1952 in North Carolina to the late Melvin Howard Clark and the late Nancy Clark.He was also preceded in death by his brothers Howard Clark and Bill Clark.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 am...
Irene Cecilia Warren
Jan 16, 2025
Irene C. Warren, peacefully passed away in her sleep on January 16, 2025. Irene was born in Palmer, Massachusetts on January 24, 1938 to John and Anna Kloczkowska Szuba. In addition to her parents, Irene was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband of 58 years, Ronald K. Warren in 2016, her brother and sister-in-law John and Eleanor...
Ruth Sylvia Barbee Austin
Jan 15, 2025
Ruth Sylvia Austin, 92, of Oakboro, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Stanly Manor in Albemarle.
Ruth was born February 14, 1932 in North Carolina to the late Vernon James Barbee and the late Dallie Mae Burris Barbee. She was also preceded in death by husband, J.B. Austin; sons, Eulan Lee Austin and Ronnie J. Austin; brothers, Ray Junior Barbee,...
David Wayne Almond
Jan 14, 2025
David Wayne Almond, 66, of Troy, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at his home.
David was born March 1, 1958, in Rowan County, North Carolina to the late Leroy Almond and the late Ruth Alene Cox Almond.
He was also preceded in death by wife of 20 years, Karen Annette Almond and brothers, Brendon Almond and Danny Lane Almond.
The family will...
Lorraine Margaret Kirkingburg
Jan 12, 2025
Lorraine Margarete Fox Lane Kirkingburg, 99, of Albemarle, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Lori was born September 23, 1925, in New York to the late William Louis Fox and the late Violet Barrett Fox.
She was also preceded in death by husbands, Wilbur Lane and Richard Kirkingburg; four sisters, Wilma Estey, Jeanneta...
Lola Thomas Mikol
Jan 12, 2025
Lola Thomas Mikol passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, surrounded by her family. Lola was born in Newport News, Virginia, on October 6, 1942 to the late Beulah Tucker Thomas and the late Newell Franklin Thomas Sr. following WWII, the family returned to North Carolina.
Lola graduated from Winecoff High School in 1961 and attended Mars Hill College, earning a...
David Ray Anderson
Jan 12, 2025
David Ray Anderson, 62, of Harrisburg, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025.
David was born February 13, 1962 in Wayne County, NC, to the late Norwood Glenn Anderson and the late Joyce Nancy Hinson Anderson.
David was President of Anderson Uniform and spent over 40 + years in the uniform business earning respect and admiration for his work ethic, expertise, and the...
Gabriela Faith Austin
Jan 11, 2025
Gabriela Faith Austin, 18, of Marshville, NC went to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte, NC.
Gabriela was born October 17, 2006, in Matthews, North Carolina to Selina Joy Austin. She was preceded in death by grandparents, Boyce Lance Austin and Joyce Thomas Austin, admired uncles, Royce Vance Austin, Michael Dwayne...
Nancy Ann Carriker Blackwelder
Jan 24, 2025
Nancy Ann Carriker Blackwelder, 92, of Concord, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025.
Nancy was born August 13, 1932 in Gaston County, NC, to the late Casper Owen Carriker Sr. and the late Mary Jane Cline Carriker. Nancy was also preceded in death by her husband, Rudolph V. Blackwelder; brothers, Owen Carriker Jr. and John Carriker; and infant sister, Elizabeth Carriker.
Nancy...
William "Billy" Clinton Kluttz, Jr.
Jan 24, 2025
William "Billy" Clinton Kluttz Jr., 67, of Concord, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Billy was born December 3, 1957, in Charlotte, to the late William "Bill" Clinton Kluttz Sr. and Nancy Frances Harrill Kluttz. He was also preceded in death by infant daughter, Austin Elizabeth Kluttz.
Billy was a proud graduate of North Carolina State...
Kathleen Barbee Bowers
Jan 24, 2025
Kathleen Barbee Bowers, 97, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025.
Kathleen was born October 12, 1927 in Stanly County, North Carolina to the late Silas Cecil Barbee and the late Bertie Mae Morris Barbee.
She was also preceded in death by husband of 45 years, Harry Leon "Sug" Bowers; son, Donnie William Bowers; sisters, Sadie Howell, Dorothy Coxton, and Frances...
James Richard Pendleton
Jan 23, 2025
James R. Pendleton, 89, of Concord, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Taylor Glen. Mr. Pendleton was born September 3, 1935 in Erie, Pennsylvania to the late William C. Pendleton and the late Beatrice Koons Pendleton.
He graduated from the machine shop class of Erie Technical High School, served in the US Navy for four years, and worked in the...
Samuel Lee Mullis
Jan 23, 2025
Samuel Lee Mullis, 82, of Concord, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Novant Health in Huntersville.
“Santa” Sam was born July 8, 1942, in Concord, NC, to the late James Alfred Mullis and the late Omie Leona Mullis. He was also preceded in death by wife, Shelia Talbert; son, Shawn Alexander; and brother, Arthur Eugene.
Survivors include special friend, Sherry Swett;...
Kay Lee Harwood
Jan 22, 2025
Kay Lee Harwood, 83, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at home.
Kay was born January 30, 1941 in North Carolina to the late John H. Furr and the late Bertha Furr.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Hal Emsley Harwood, brother Kenneth Furr,
Kay was a wonderful wife to Hal for over 60 years, a loving mother to...
Phyllis Avon Young Hargett
Jan 21, 2025
Phyllis Avon Young Hargett, 85, of Harrisburg, passed away in her home January 21, 2025. She was born September 4, 1939 in Charlotte, NC, to the late Clayton Young and the late Savannah Wallace Young.
Phyllis was gentle and patient, wise and forgiving. She enjoyed laughter and helped others have fun. She made sure her home was welcoming and warm. Phyllis...
Janie Mae Swaringen Whitley
Jan 21, 2025
Janie Mae Swaringen Whitley, 85, of Oakboro, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.
Janie was born August 4, 1939 in Norwood, North Carolina to the late James Harvey Swaringen and the late Annie Lambert Hatley.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Clayton Alexander "Buddy" Whitley, brothers, Steven Carroll Swaringen and James...
Gary Richard Spizzirri
Jan 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Spizzirri, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who left this world on January 19th, 2025. Gary lived a life filled with love, laughter, and an unmatched sense of sarcasm.
Gary adored his grandchildren above all else. They were the light of his life, and he found endless joy in...
James Michael Belluscio
Jan 19, 2025
James Michael Belluscio, 70, of Concord, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
James was born September 4, 1954, in Greenwich, Connecticut, to the late Michael Anthony Belluscio and the late Theresa Gabriel Belluscio.
James moved from Connecticut to Concord, North Carolina, to live with his daughter, Kimberly. He expressed so much happiness and joy at finally moving...
James Donald Gordon
Jan 18, 2025
James Donald Gordon, 84, of Richfield, NC. passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025 at home.
Don was born January 6, 1941, in North Carolina to the late James Franklin Gordon and the late Cora Mae Gordon.
He was also preceded in death by wife, Marie Elaine Gordon, and sister, Linda Jean Stewart.
A graveside will be on Tuesday at 2:00 pm at Solid...
Susan Harrell Odysseus
Jan 17, 2025
Susan Harrell Odysseus, 74, of Harrisburg, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025, at Five Oaks Manor in Concord.
Mrs.Odysseus was born May 1, 1950, in Portsmouth, Virginia, to the late Mark Jefferson Harrell and the late Lillian Wilson Harrell. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Stephen Odysseus, Jr.; son, Stephen Sonny Odysseus; and sister, Erin Cole.
A memorial...
Jerry Clark
Jan 17, 2025
Jerry Clark, 72, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025 at his home in Albemarle surrounded by his loved ones.
Clark was born August 29, 1952 in North Carolina to the late Melvin Howard Clark and the late Nancy Clark.He was also preceded in death by his brothers Howard Clark and Bill Clark.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 am...
Irene Cecilia Warren
Jan 16, 2025
Irene C. Warren, peacefully passed away in her sleep on January 16, 2025. Irene was born in Palmer, Massachusetts on January 24, 1938 to John and Anna Kloczkowska Szuba. In addition to her parents, Irene was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband of 58 years, Ronald K. Warren in 2016, her brother and sister-in-law John and Eleanor...
Ruth Sylvia Barbee Austin
Jan 15, 2025
Ruth Sylvia Austin, 92, of Oakboro, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Stanly Manor in Albemarle.
Ruth was born February 14, 1932 in North Carolina to the late Vernon James Barbee and the late Dallie Mae Burris Barbee. She was also preceded in death by husband, J.B. Austin; sons, Eulan Lee Austin and Ronnie J. Austin; brothers, Ray Junior Barbee,...
David Wayne Almond
Jan 14, 2025
David Wayne Almond, 66, of Troy, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at his home.
David was born March 1, 1958, in Rowan County, North Carolina to the late Leroy Almond and the late Ruth Alene Cox Almond.
He was also preceded in death by wife of 20 years, Karen Annette Almond and brothers, Brendon Almond and Danny Lane Almond.
The family will...
Lorraine Margaret Kirkingburg
Jan 12, 2025
Lorraine Margarete Fox Lane Kirkingburg, 99, of Albemarle, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Lori was born September 23, 1925, in New York to the late William Louis Fox and the late Violet Barrett Fox.
She was also preceded in death by husbands, Wilbur Lane and Richard Kirkingburg; four sisters, Wilma Estey, Jeanneta...
Lola Thomas Mikol
Jan 12, 2025
Lola Thomas Mikol passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, surrounded by her family. Lola was born in Newport News, Virginia, on October 6, 1942 to the late Beulah Tucker Thomas and the late Newell Franklin Thomas Sr. following WWII, the family returned to North Carolina.
Lola graduated from Winecoff High School in 1961 and attended Mars Hill College, earning a...
David Ray Anderson
Jan 12, 2025
David Ray Anderson, 62, of Harrisburg, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025.
David was born February 13, 1962 in Wayne County, NC, to the late Norwood Glenn Anderson and the late Joyce Nancy Hinson Anderson.
David was President of Anderson Uniform and spent over 40 + years in the uniform business earning respect and admiration for his work ethic, expertise, and the...
Gabriela Faith Austin
Jan 11, 2025
Gabriela Faith Austin, 18, of Marshville, NC went to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte, NC.
Gabriela was born October 17, 2006, in Matthews, North Carolina to Selina Joy Austin. She was preceded in death by grandparents, Boyce Lance Austin and Joyce Thomas Austin, admired uncles, Royce Vance Austin, Michael Dwayne...
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