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Jimmy C. Rogers

Jimmy C. Rogers

Jan 22, 2026

Jimmy Carroll Rogers, 93, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his daughters home in Albemarle.

Jimmy was born December 29, 1932, in North Carolina to the late William Rogers and the late Emma Rogers.

He was also preceded in death by his loving wife Broadus Rogers, sister Helen Lambert, and brother Marvin Rogers.

Jimmy was a life long member of...

Elaine Armstrong

Elaine Armstrong

Jan 21, 2026

Julia Elaine Powell Armstrong, lovingly known to all as Elaine, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the age of 89. She was born on September 19, 1936, in Norfolk, Virginia, and lived a life marked by her incredible intellect, courage, and devotion.

Elaine’s life journey carried her from the bustling city of...

Donnie Gene Smith

Donnie Gene Smith

Jan 21, 2026

Donnie Gene Smith, 85, of Richfield, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

Donnie was born on October 8, 1940, in Davidson County, North Carolina, to the late Hobert “Hobe” Quince Smith and Beulah Martha Smith. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Doris Glover Smith, and his infant daughter, Eleisa...

Calvin Corbett Rose

Calvin Corbett Rose

Jan 18, 2026

Calvin Corbett Rose, 98, of Midland, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.

Mr. Rose was born November 29, 1927 in Davy, West Virginia to the late Jeston Corbett Rose and Viola Bell Rose.

He was also preceded in death by son, Jerry Rose; and several brothers and sisters. He was the last surviving sibling.

Survivors include his...

Bruce Michael Lube

Bruce Michael Lube

Jan 16, 2026

Bruce Michael Lube, 83, of Concord, NC, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, NC.Bruce was born on June 2, 1942, in Chicago, IL, to the late Ervin Peter Lube and Roberta Marsh Kresin. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Leaurel Camden Lube; his sons, Jasen Michael Lube and Lance...

John Henry Springs

John Henry Springs

Jan 15, 2026

John Henry Springs, 63, of Concord, went to be with the Lord Thursday, January 15, 2026.

John Henry Springs was born June 29, 1962 in North Carolina to Charles Bolich Springs Sr. and Wilma Lynn Springs. He was also preceded in death by his older brother Ken Springs and his father-n-law, Enos “Dick” Walker.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 -...

Louise Hughes Little

Louise Hughes Little

Jan 15, 2026

Louise Hughes Little, 91, of Concord, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.

Louise was born December 4, 1934 in North Carolina to the late Melbert Arlene Barbee and the late Ella Mae Barbee.

She was also preceded in death by husbands Donald Eugene Hughes and Gary Dan Little, sisters Bessie Tolbert, Frances Almond, and granddaughter Erin...

Harold Whitley Furr

Harold Whitley Furr

Jan 15, 2026

Harold Whitley Furr, 85, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026 at his home in Albemarle.

Harold was born June 17, 1940 in North Carolina to the late Adam Rosevelt Furr and Thaddeus Whitley Furr. He was also preceded in death by granddaughter Brea Jo Furr; sister Lucille Mauldin, and daughter in Law Claudia Furr.

Harold was a member of the Albemarle...

Dr. Susan Holloway Snider

Dr. Susan Holloway Snider

Jan 14, 2026

  Dr. Susan Holloway Snider, 68, of Flower Mound, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

  Susan was born March 27, 1957, in Marion, North Carolina, to the late Joseph H. Holloway, Jr. and the late Elsie Kaylor Holloway. She was also preceded in death by her adored Scottish Terriers: Katy, MacDougal, Avery, Molly and Sandy.

  Susan grew up...

Betty Howard Smith

Betty Howard Smith

Jan 14, 2026

Betty Burris Smith, 89, of Concord, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at The Landings in Kannapolis.

Mrs. Smith was born March 14, 1936 in Cabarrus County, North Carolina to the late James T. Hudson and the late Pearl Carriker Hudson.

She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Fred Richard Burris, and survived by her present husband Calvin Smith.

A...

Lillie Ruth Isenhour

Lillie Ruth Isenhour

Jan 14, 2026

Lillie Ruth Isenhour, 91, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at her daughters home in Burlington.

Lillie was born October 18, 1934 in North Carolina to the late Thomas Honeycutt and the late Pearl Honeycutt.

She was also preceded in death by husband, William David Dub Isenhour, daughter Lynn Cook, also four brothers and four sisters.

Lillie was a active longtime...

Jerry Duwaine Jackson

Jerry Duwaine Jackson

Jan 13, 2026

Mr. Jerry Duwaine Jackson, 84, of Concord, NC, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at his home. Jerry was born July 14, 1941, in Canton, OH, to the late Bert Croner and the late Lenora Jackson. He was the oldest of his siblings. At the age of three, his family moved to Rendville, OH.

Jerry attended Corning High School where...

Sarah Ann Lambert

Sarah Ann Lambert

Jan 11, 2026

Sarah Ann Lambert, 84, of Harrisburg, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Bethany Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Albemarle.

Sarah was born September 20, 1941 in North Carolina to the late James Franklin Strube and the late Mary Bell Strube. She was also preceded in death by husband, Bobby Ray Lambert sister, Mary Ellen Turner.

The family will receive friends...

William Fred Alexander Jr.

William Fred Alexander Jr.

Jan 10, 2026

William "Bill" Fred Alexander Jr., 82, of Harrisburg, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

Bill was born October 28, 1943, in Durham, North Carolina, to the late William Fred Alexander Sr. and the late Iris Caroline Marrett Alexander. He was also preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Joy Lynnette Alexander; and brother, Robert Earle Alexander.

Bill was a veteran of...

Margaret Godwin Howard

Margaret Godwin Howard

Jan 9, 2026

Margaret Godwin Howard, 85, of Rock Hill, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026 at Rock Hill Acute Care in Rock Hill.

Mrs. Howard was born July 26, 1940, in Burnsville, Anson County, North Carolina to the late James Henry Godwin and Ruby Staton Godwin.

She was preceded in death by husband, Thomas Wade Howard and brother, Charlie Hampton Godwin.

Margaret was a simple,...

Kathy Lynn Griffin

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"

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

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...

Jo-Ann Teresa Lenzi Popham

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

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...

Jimmy C. Rogers

Jimmy C. Rogers

Jan 22, 2026

Jimmy Carroll Rogers, 93, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his daughters home in Albemarle.

Jimmy was born December 29, 1932, in North Carolina to the late William Rogers and the late Emma Rogers.

He was also preceded in death by his loving wife Broadus Rogers, sister Helen Lambert, and brother Marvin Rogers.

Jimmy was a life long member of...

Elaine Armstrong

Elaine Armstrong

Jan 21, 2026

Julia Elaine Powell Armstrong, lovingly known to all as Elaine, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the age of 89. She was born on September 19, 1936, in Norfolk, Virginia, and lived a life marked by her incredible intellect, courage, and devotion.

Elaine’s life journey carried her from the bustling city of...

Donnie Gene Smith

Donnie Gene Smith

Jan 21, 2026

Donnie Gene Smith, 85, of Richfield, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

Donnie was born on October 8, 1940, in Davidson County, North Carolina, to the late Hobert “Hobe” Quince Smith and Beulah Martha Smith. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Doris Glover Smith, and his infant daughter, Eleisa...

Calvin Corbett Rose

Calvin Corbett Rose

Jan 18, 2026

Calvin Corbett Rose, 98, of Midland, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.

Mr. Rose was born November 29, 1927 in Davy, West Virginia to the late Jeston Corbett Rose and Viola Bell Rose.

He was also preceded in death by son, Jerry Rose; and several brothers and sisters. He was the last surviving sibling.

Survivors include his...

Bruce Michael Lube

Bruce Michael Lube

Jan 16, 2026

Bruce Michael Lube, 83, of Concord, NC, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, NC.Bruce was born on June 2, 1942, in Chicago, IL, to the late Ervin Peter Lube and Roberta Marsh Kresin. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Leaurel Camden Lube; his sons, Jasen Michael Lube and Lance...

John Henry Springs

John Henry Springs

Jan 15, 2026

John Henry Springs, 63, of Concord, went to be with the Lord Thursday, January 15, 2026.

John Henry Springs was born June 29, 1962 in North Carolina to Charles Bolich Springs Sr. and Wilma Lynn Springs. He was also preceded in death by his older brother Ken Springs and his father-n-law, Enos “Dick” Walker.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 -...

Louise Hughes Little

Louise Hughes Little

Jan 15, 2026

Louise Hughes Little, 91, of Concord, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.

Louise was born December 4, 1934 in North Carolina to the late Melbert Arlene Barbee and the late Ella Mae Barbee.

She was also preceded in death by husbands Donald Eugene Hughes and Gary Dan Little, sisters Bessie Tolbert, Frances Almond, and granddaughter Erin...

Harold Whitley Furr

Harold Whitley Furr

Jan 15, 2026

Harold Whitley Furr, 85, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026 at his home in Albemarle.

Harold was born June 17, 1940 in North Carolina to the late Adam Rosevelt Furr and Thaddeus Whitley Furr. He was also preceded in death by granddaughter Brea Jo Furr; sister Lucille Mauldin, and daughter in Law Claudia Furr.

Harold was a member of the Albemarle...

Dr. Susan Holloway Snider

Dr. Susan Holloway Snider

Jan 14, 2026

  Dr. Susan Holloway Snider, 68, of Flower Mound, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

  Susan was born March 27, 1957, in Marion, North Carolina, to the late Joseph H. Holloway, Jr. and the late Elsie Kaylor Holloway. She was also preceded in death by her adored Scottish Terriers: Katy, MacDougal, Avery, Molly and Sandy.

  Susan grew up...

Betty Howard Smith

Betty Howard Smith

Jan 14, 2026

Betty Burris Smith, 89, of Concord, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at The Landings in Kannapolis.

Mrs. Smith was born March 14, 1936 in Cabarrus County, North Carolina to the late James T. Hudson and the late Pearl Carriker Hudson.

She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Fred Richard Burris, and survived by her present husband Calvin Smith.

A...

Lillie Ruth Isenhour

Lillie Ruth Isenhour

Jan 14, 2026

Lillie Ruth Isenhour, 91, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at her daughters home in Burlington.

Lillie was born October 18, 1934 in North Carolina to the late Thomas Honeycutt and the late Pearl Honeycutt.

She was also preceded in death by husband, William David Dub Isenhour, daughter Lynn Cook, also four brothers and four sisters.

Lillie was a active longtime...

Jerry Duwaine Jackson

Jerry Duwaine Jackson

Jan 13, 2026

Mr. Jerry Duwaine Jackson, 84, of Concord, NC, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at his home. Jerry was born July 14, 1941, in Canton, OH, to the late Bert Croner and the late Lenora Jackson. He was the oldest of his siblings. At the age of three, his family moved to Rendville, OH.

Jerry attended Corning High School where...

Sarah Ann Lambert

Sarah Ann Lambert

Jan 11, 2026

Sarah Ann Lambert, 84, of Harrisburg, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Bethany Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Albemarle.

Sarah was born September 20, 1941 in North Carolina to the late James Franklin Strube and the late Mary Bell Strube. She was also preceded in death by husband, Bobby Ray Lambert sister, Mary Ellen Turner.

The family will receive friends...

William Fred Alexander Jr.

William Fred Alexander Jr.

Jan 10, 2026

William "Bill" Fred Alexander Jr., 82, of Harrisburg, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

Bill was born October 28, 1943, in Durham, North Carolina, to the late William Fred Alexander Sr. and the late Iris Caroline Marrett Alexander. He was also preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Joy Lynnette Alexander; and brother, Robert Earle Alexander.

Bill was a veteran of...

Margaret Godwin Howard

Margaret Godwin Howard

Jan 9, 2026

Margaret Godwin Howard, 85, of Rock Hill, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026 at Rock Hill Acute Care in Rock Hill.

Mrs. Howard was born July 26, 1940, in Burnsville, Anson County, North Carolina to the late James Henry Godwin and Ruby Staton Godwin.

She was preceded in death by husband, Thomas Wade Howard and brother, Charlie Hampton Godwin.

Margaret was a simple,...

Kathy Lynn Griffin

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"

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

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...

Jo-Ann Teresa Lenzi Popham

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

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...

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