Obituaries
Obituaries for Hartsell Funeral Home
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Ted Smith
Jun 5, 2023
Ted Lenwood Smith, 88 of Albemarle passed at his home on June 5, 2023.
He is survived by the love of his life of 63 years, Linda Wishon Smith, one son Ted Lenwood Smith, II and wife Judy Broyles-Smith. His only surviving sibling, Shelby Jean Smith.
Lenwood has four grandchildren, Ben Smith (Haley), Elizabeth Candis Forrest (Brantley), John Christopher Smith...
Tonya Moore
Jun 5, 2023
Tonya Gayle Polk Moore, 53, of Charlotte, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville.
She was born April 15, 1970 in Charlotte, North Carolina to H.R. Polk and the late Shirley Houston Polk. Tonya was also preceded in death by her grandparents Mulder & Myrtle Polk, and George & Louise Houston.
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Lewis Blackwelder
Jun 5, 2023
Lewis "Whitey" Blackwelder, 77, of Concord, NC passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at Pruitthealth-Town Center in Harrisburg.
Whitey was born September 12, 1945 in Concord, NC to the late Glen "Gundy" Blackwelder and the late Evelyn Irene Barringer Blackwelder. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Alice Blackwelder.
Survivors include his son, Chris Blackwelder and...
Kris Allen VanGilder
Jun 5, 2023
Kris Allen VanGilder, 57, of Stanfield, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at his home in Stanfield.
Kris was born July 13, 1965 in Ohio to the late Harold and the late Luella VanGilder. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Marvin and Melvin; and long time partner, Lynn.
Kris dedicated his life to the racing...
Gayle Talbert-Pharis
Jun 4, 2023
Gayle Ann Pharis, 75, of Albemarle, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Gayle was born July 2, 1947 in North Carolina to the late Marvin and Letha Efird Byrd. She was also preceded in death by husband, Jerry Pharis and son, Joe Talbert.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm...
Vernard Manning
Jun 3, 2023
Vernard Gene Manning, 85, of Concord, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023 surrounded by his closest friends.Mr. Manning was born March 6, 1938 in Smyrna, South Carolina to the late Fulton Manning and the late Stella May Manning.
He was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Bonnie Kay Manning; and his daughter Kimberly Jean Totten.
Vernard...
Jasper Koa Featherston
Jun 3, 2023
Jasper Koa Featherston, 12 days, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Jasper was born May 23, 2023, in Concord, to Tarvaris Featherston, Jr. and Carly Featherston. In addition to his parents, Jasper is survived by his big brother, Tarvaris "Tripp" Featherston, III; maternal grandparents, Chuck and Lisa Cassell; paternal grandparents, Tarvaris...
Sue Stogner
Jun 1, 2023
Sue Harrell Hathcock Stogner, 78, of Oakboro, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023, at her home.
Sue was born August 17, 1944, in North Carolina to the late Vance Hathcock and the late Pauline Drye Hathcock. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wade H. Stogner, Jr.; sister, Jeannette Edwards; brother-in-laws, Edsel Edwards, Doug Branch, and Joe...
Jerry Herrin
Jun 1, 2023
Jerry Calvin Herrin, 66, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, surrounded by his loved ones.
Mr. Herrin was born on September 30, 1956, to the late Carl Ray and Juanita Eudy Herrin. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his daughter, Amanda Herrin.
Jerry retired...
Michael Burrage
May 31, 2023
Michael Flynn Burrage, 70, of Misenheimer, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.
Michael was born February 26, 1953, in Stanly County, to the late Flynn and Betty Burrage.
Michael retired from Schultz (formerly Oakwood Homes) Manufacturing after more than 30 years of service. He was a member of the Village of Misenheimer...
Mary Brooks
May 31, 2023
Mary Alice Deese Brooks was a much-loved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Born on October 21, 1935, she passed from this world on May 31, 2023, to enter the presence of her Savior.
She was predeceased by her parents, Furman and Elise Deese, her husband, Robert Stowe Brooks, Sr. and finally, her beloved son, Robert Stowe...
Glennon Balser
May 30, 2023
Glennon Balser (94) was born on April 8, 1929 to Brinford (Buck) Balser and Elsie Ramsey Balser in Greenbrier County, W.Va. Most young men went to work in the coal mine, but Glennon pursued high school education by daily train in Spencer, W.Va. During that time, he sang in a well-known quartet with his mom and dad.
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David Russell
May 29, 2023
David L. Russell, age 71, died unexpectedly on May 29, 2023 at McLeod Seacoast Hospital in Little River, SC.
Born on December 3, 1951 in Charlotte, NC, the only child of Lentz and Rachel Russell, David grew up in Albemarle, NC. He was a proud graduate of Albemarle High School and Gardner Webb University, and had a...
Louis Archila
May 26, 2023
Louis Enrique Archila, 88, of Concord, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 at his residence in Concord.
Mr. Archila was born March 4, 1935 in South America to the late Felix Maria Archila and the late Blanca Rey Archila. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Filex Archila, Fernado, Archila,and Julio Archila, sisters, Betty Medina, Rosa...
Gloria Bryson
May 26, 2023
Gloria Olwyn Bryson, 92, passed away on May 26, 2023, in Albemarle, NC. Gloria was born on December 25, 1930, in Slatington, PA, to Olwyn and Francis Breisch. She earned her RN from Reading Hospital in Reading, PA and worked as a nurse until her first child was born. In 1965, the family moved from Massena NY, to Albemarle,...
Patricia Biggers
May 26, 2023
Patricia Ann Biggers, 80, of Albemarle, went to her heavenly home, Friday, May 26, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Patricia was born March 5, 1943, in North Carolina to the late Clifford Ray Mauldin, Sr. and the late Margaret Elizabeth Averitt. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Billy Frank Biggers, daughter, Kathy Kimrey;...
Katherine Delaney
May 26, 2023
Katherine Carbone Delaney, 67, of Staley, went peacefully to be with her Lord on Friday, May 26, 2023, at Woodland Hill Center in Asheboro.
Katherine was born March 27, 1956 in Milford, Connecticut, to the late Vincent Peter Carbone and the late Caroline Joan Barnes. She was also preceded in death by husband, Darryl Lee "Butch" Delaney....
Kay Huneycutt
May 26, 2023
Kay Frances Huneycutt, 80, of Oakboro, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 in Oakboro.
Kay was born June 27, 1942 in North Carolina to the late Walter Reece Helms and the late Ruby Benton. She was also preceded in death by husband, James Wayne Huneycutt.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm - 2:45...
Shirley Taylor
May 25, 2023
Shirley Love Taylor, 87, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, May 25, 2023, after a long battle with dementia.
Shirley was born November 14, 1935, to the late Ernest and Margaret Love. She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, V.H. “Bill” Taylor, who passed in 2011.
Shirley was a loving...
Craven Smith
May 25, 2023
Craven Monroe Smith, 80, of Polkton, formerly of Oakboro, went to his heavenly home Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Atrium Health Union in Monroe.
Craven was born July 4, 1942 in North Carolina to the late Willis Monroe Smith and the late Vassie Hatley Smith. He was also preceded in death by son, Michael David Smith.
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Ted Smith
Jun 5, 2023
Ted Lenwood Smith, 88 of Albemarle passed at his home on June 5, 2023.
He is survived by the love of his life of 63 years, Linda Wishon Smith, one son Ted Lenwood Smith, II and wife Judy Broyles-Smith. His only surviving sibling, Shelby Jean Smith.
Lenwood has four grandchildren, Ben Smith (Haley), Elizabeth Candis Forrest (Brantley), John Christopher Smith...
Tonya Moore
Jun 5, 2023
Tonya Gayle Polk Moore, 53, of Charlotte, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville.
She was born April 15, 1970 in Charlotte, North Carolina to H.R. Polk and the late Shirley Houston Polk. Tonya was also preceded in death by her grandparents Mulder & Myrtle Polk, and George & Louise Houston.
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Lewis Blackwelder
Jun 5, 2023
Lewis "Whitey" Blackwelder, 77, of Concord, NC passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at Pruitthealth-Town Center in Harrisburg.
Whitey was born September 12, 1945 in Concord, NC to the late Glen "Gundy" Blackwelder and the late Evelyn Irene Barringer Blackwelder. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Alice Blackwelder.
Survivors include his son, Chris Blackwelder and...
Kris Allen VanGilder
Jun 5, 2023
Kris Allen VanGilder, 57, of Stanfield, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at his home in Stanfield.
Kris was born July 13, 1965 in Ohio to the late Harold and the late Luella VanGilder. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Marvin and Melvin; and long time partner, Lynn.
Kris dedicated his life to the racing...
Gayle Talbert-Pharis
Jun 4, 2023
Gayle Ann Pharis, 75, of Albemarle, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Gayle was born July 2, 1947 in North Carolina to the late Marvin and Letha Efird Byrd. She was also preceded in death by husband, Jerry Pharis and son, Joe Talbert.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm...
Vernard Manning
Jun 3, 2023
Vernard Gene Manning, 85, of Concord, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023 surrounded by his closest friends.Mr. Manning was born March 6, 1938 in Smyrna, South Carolina to the late Fulton Manning and the late Stella May Manning.
He was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Bonnie Kay Manning; and his daughter Kimberly Jean Totten.
Vernard...
Jasper Koa Featherston
Jun 3, 2023
Jasper Koa Featherston, 12 days, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Jasper was born May 23, 2023, in Concord, to Tarvaris Featherston, Jr. and Carly Featherston. In addition to his parents, Jasper is survived by his big brother, Tarvaris "Tripp" Featherston, III; maternal grandparents, Chuck and Lisa Cassell; paternal grandparents, Tarvaris...
Sue Stogner
Jun 1, 2023
Sue Harrell Hathcock Stogner, 78, of Oakboro, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023, at her home.
Sue was born August 17, 1944, in North Carolina to the late Vance Hathcock and the late Pauline Drye Hathcock. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wade H. Stogner, Jr.; sister, Jeannette Edwards; brother-in-laws, Edsel Edwards, Doug Branch, and Joe...
Jerry Herrin
Jun 1, 2023
Jerry Calvin Herrin, 66, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, surrounded by his loved ones.
Mr. Herrin was born on September 30, 1956, to the late Carl Ray and Juanita Eudy Herrin. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his daughter, Amanda Herrin.
Jerry retired...
Michael Burrage
May 31, 2023
Michael Flynn Burrage, 70, of Misenheimer, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.
Michael was born February 26, 1953, in Stanly County, to the late Flynn and Betty Burrage.
Michael retired from Schultz (formerly Oakwood Homes) Manufacturing after more than 30 years of service. He was a member of the Village of Misenheimer...
Mary Brooks
May 31, 2023
Mary Alice Deese Brooks was a much-loved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Born on October 21, 1935, she passed from this world on May 31, 2023, to enter the presence of her Savior.
She was predeceased by her parents, Furman and Elise Deese, her husband, Robert Stowe Brooks, Sr. and finally, her beloved son, Robert Stowe...
Glennon Balser
May 30, 2023
Glennon Balser (94) was born on April 8, 1929 to Brinford (Buck) Balser and Elsie Ramsey Balser in Greenbrier County, W.Va. Most young men went to work in the coal mine, but Glennon pursued high school education by daily train in Spencer, W.Va. During that time, he sang in a well-known quartet with his mom and dad.
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David Russell
May 29, 2023
David L. Russell, age 71, died unexpectedly on May 29, 2023 at McLeod Seacoast Hospital in Little River, SC.
Born on December 3, 1951 in Charlotte, NC, the only child of Lentz and Rachel Russell, David grew up in Albemarle, NC. He was a proud graduate of Albemarle High School and Gardner Webb University, and had a...
Louis Archila
May 26, 2023
Louis Enrique Archila, 88, of Concord, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 at his residence in Concord.
Mr. Archila was born March 4, 1935 in South America to the late Felix Maria Archila and the late Blanca Rey Archila. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Filex Archila, Fernado, Archila,and Julio Archila, sisters, Betty Medina, Rosa...
Gloria Bryson
May 26, 2023
Gloria Olwyn Bryson, 92, passed away on May 26, 2023, in Albemarle, NC. Gloria was born on December 25, 1930, in Slatington, PA, to Olwyn and Francis Breisch. She earned her RN from Reading Hospital in Reading, PA and worked as a nurse until her first child was born. In 1965, the family moved from Massena NY, to Albemarle,...
Patricia Biggers
May 26, 2023
Patricia Ann Biggers, 80, of Albemarle, went to her heavenly home, Friday, May 26, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Patricia was born March 5, 1943, in North Carolina to the late Clifford Ray Mauldin, Sr. and the late Margaret Elizabeth Averitt. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Billy Frank Biggers, daughter, Kathy Kimrey;...
Katherine Delaney
May 26, 2023
Katherine Carbone Delaney, 67, of Staley, went peacefully to be with her Lord on Friday, May 26, 2023, at Woodland Hill Center in Asheboro.
Katherine was born March 27, 1956 in Milford, Connecticut, to the late Vincent Peter Carbone and the late Caroline Joan Barnes. She was also preceded in death by husband, Darryl Lee "Butch" Delaney....
Kay Huneycutt
May 26, 2023
Kay Frances Huneycutt, 80, of Oakboro, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 in Oakboro.
Kay was born June 27, 1942 in North Carolina to the late Walter Reece Helms and the late Ruby Benton. She was also preceded in death by husband, James Wayne Huneycutt.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm - 2:45...
Shirley Taylor
May 25, 2023
Shirley Love Taylor, 87, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, May 25, 2023, after a long battle with dementia.
Shirley was born November 14, 1935, to the late Ernest and Margaret Love. She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, V.H. “Bill” Taylor, who passed in 2011.
Shirley was a loving...
Craven Smith
May 25, 2023
Craven Monroe Smith, 80, of Polkton, formerly of Oakboro, went to his heavenly home Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Atrium Health Union in Monroe.
Craven was born July 4, 1942 in North Carolina to the late Willis Monroe Smith and the late Vassie Hatley Smith. He was also preceded in death by son, Michael David Smith.
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