Obituaries

Steve Hite

Steve Hite

Mar 30, 2025

Steve Hite, born on February 11, 1964, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 30, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and dedication. He was the proud owner of Ultra Green Lawn, where he poured his hard work and passion into serving his community.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Anita Joy Hite and Steve Severe Hite, as...

Sara Ann Caton LaFoy

Sara Ann Caton LaFoy

Apr 15, 2025

Sara Ann “Sally” Caton LaFoy, 90, of Concord, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at Morningside of Concord. Just days earlier, her family gathered to celebrate her 90th birthday—a joyful weekend full of love, laughter, and celebration. She was surrounded by that same love as she left this world, and for that, her family is forever grateful.

A service to...

Helen White Holt Morrison

Helen White Holt Morrison

Apr 9, 2025

Helen White Holt Morrison was born on December 22, 1920 to Dr. Thomas Jefferson Holt and Helen White Holt in Warrenton, NC. She died peacefully at home surrounded by family on April 9, 2025 in Concord, NC.

Helen attended St. Mary's School in Raleigh, NC, Salem College, and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1941) at the...

Timothy "Tim" Christopher Duffy

Timothy "Tim" Christopher Duffy

Apr 8, 2025

Mr. Timothy "Tim" Christopher Duffy, of Concord, passed away Tuesday, April 8,2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a brief illness.

A private funeral service will be held at a later time.

Tim was born January 3,1968 in Manchester, England to the late Francis Michael Xavier Duffy and Patricia Silvia Buckley Duffy. He and his family came to the United States in 1981.

Tim...

Wendy Parker

Wendy Parker

Apr 7, 2025

Ms. Wendy Lynette Honeycutt Parker, age 54 of Rock Hill, SC passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025 at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill surrounded by her children.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday April 12th from 12 to 1 pm at New Hope Baptist Church in Concord. Funeral services will follow at...

Danny Herman Troutman

Danny Herman Troutman

Apr 6, 2025

Mr. Danny “Dan” Herman Troutman, 58, of Mount Pleasant, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. 

A visitation to celebrate Dan’s life will be held on Friday, April 11, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wilkinson Funeral Home in Concord. The family will greet friends and loved ones during this time. We encourage...

Kenneth Wilson

Kenneth Wilson

Apr 2, 2025

Kenneth "Ken" Wilson,88, passed away April 2, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. In life, Ken was a generous, hardworking man with a great love for his family. He was a master story teller that entertained everyone with his favorite memories of his interesting life. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. His generous heart led him...

Bobby Wayne Adams

Bobby Wayne Adams

Apr 1, 2025

Mr. Bobby Wayne Adams, age 67 of Concord passed away at his home on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 surrounded by his family.

Bobby was born June 4, 1957 in Cabarrus County and was a son of Kenneth Randolph Adams and Delma Bostian Adams. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his brothers, Kenneth H. Adams and Timothy...

Ann Arnette Brower

Ann Arnette Brower

Mar 31, 2025

Ann Arnette Brower, 92, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025 at Trinity Place in Albemarle.

Ann was born October 17, 1932 in Rockingham to Mary Saunders Arnette and Forest Arnette. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Kenny Brower, son Tommy Brower, beloved sister Frances Butler, and brother-in-law Roscoe Butler.

Ann...

Robert Peacock, Jr.

Robert Peacock, Jr.

Mar 30, 2025

Mr. Robert Murrell Peacock, age 61 of Concord passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Transitional Health Services following a short illness.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 4th at 12:00 pm at Carolina Memorial Park with Pastor Scott Davis officiating.

Robert was born November 9, 1963 in Kansas City, Missouri to Robert "Bob" Murrell Peacock,...

Sally Howe

Sally Howe

Mar 29, 2025

Mrs. Sally Howe, age 80, of Concord, NC, passed away peacefully on March 29th after a prolonged battle with COPD.

Born Sarah Pierce Holt on July 7, 1944 in Richmond, VA to the late Emett and Mary Holt.She is preceded in death by her older sister, Betty Pattison(Tom) and survived by her remaining sister, Molly (Dan) Barnett, and her husband of...

Mary O'Morrow

Mary O'Morrow

Mar 27, 2025

Mrs. Mary Joan O'Morrow, 94 of Concord, NC passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 27, 2025, after a richly lived life of service and kindness.

Mary was born on November 25, 1930 to George August and Mary Barbara Koch Hans in Wynot, NE. She grew up in a large farming family developing a strong work ethic, sense of responsibility,...

Marshall Payne, Jr.

Marshall Payne, Jr.

Mar 26, 2025

Marshall "Marty" Brandon Payne Jr., 76, of Kannapolis, NC, passed away peacefully in his home with his family on March 26, 2025, after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease.

A visitation will be held 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Monday, April 7th at Wilkinson Funeral Home.

Born in Mecklenburg County on September 28, 1948, Marty spent his childhood with a...

Jimmy Ray Morris, Sr.

Jimmy Ray Morris, Sr.

Mar 24, 2025

Mr. Jimmy Ray Morris, Sr., 80, of Concord, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Rev. Jim Strickland, with burial to follow at West Concord Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:00 – 2:00 PM...

Codi Slayton

Codi Slayton

Mar 23, 2025

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Codi James Slayton, age 28 on Sunday, March 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 2 pm at The Cove Church in Mooresville with Pastor George Franco officiating. This will be a casual event. The family...

Richard Whitaker

Richard Whitaker

Mar 23, 2025

Mr. Richard Charles Whitaker, age 77 of Concord passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 23, 2025.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 28th at 4:00 pm at Kannapolis Church of Christ with Pastor Kirk Sams officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the church.

Mr. Whitaker was born on...

Carol Readling

Carol Readling

Mar 23, 2025

Mrs. Sue Overcash Readling, formerly of Concord, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 23, 2025.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Rev. James Watford. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will receive friends beginning at 9:00 AM Saturday at the funeral...

Jan Murphy

Jan Murphy

Mar 23, 2025

Mrs. Jan Bergman Murphy passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Tucker Hospice House.

Her memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm Thursday, March 27th in the Chapel of Wilkinson Funeral Home officiated by Rev. Mark Weathers. The family will receive friends beginning at 4:00 pm Thursday.

Jan was born on September 16, 1966 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Elliot...

Brody Ellis Bannister

Brody Ellis Bannister

Mar 22, 2025

Brody Ellis Bannister, 2 years old, of Concord, passed away in the arms of his parents on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital.

Brody was born on January 12, 2023, in Concord, North Carolina. He was loved deeply by everyone who knew him. Brody was a fighter. He overcame many challenges in his two short years of...

Ricky Drake

Ricky Drake

Mar 17, 2025

At home surrounded by his loving family, Ricky Alexander Drake (66) passed to be with his Lord & Savior on March 17, 2025, at 6:06 PM.

On Sunday, March 30, 2025, a Celebration of Life will take place at 601 Milestone Venue. A memorial service will begin promptly at 2 P.M. followed by a Time of Fellowship (a time to...