Obituaries
Sharon Jo Barbee
Jun 5, 2026
Sharon Jo Kerr Barbee, 74, a longtime resident of Cabarrus County, passed away on June 5, 2026, following injuries sustained in an automobile accident shortly after the loss of her husband.
Sharon was born on March 12, 1952, in Mooresville, North Carolina, to Floyd "Jack" Trenton Kerr and Lily Josephine Overcash Kerr. She was raised in Kannapolis and spent the...
Charles Martin Barbee
May 24, 2026
Charles "Charlie" Martin Barbee, 77, a lifelong resident of Cabarrus County, passed away suddenly on May 24, 2026.
Charlie was born on July 13, 1948, to Henry Theodore Barbee Jr. and Dorothy Genolia Cline Barbee. He graduated from Odell High School and went on to attend Rowan Technical College, where he earned an Associate's Degree in Tool and Die Making.
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Jerry Edward Jarvis Sr
Jun 26, 2026
CONCORD- Mr. Jerry Edward Jarvis, Sr., 93, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 26, 2026.
Born on March 1, 1933, in Concord, Jerry was the son of the late Raymond Odell Jarvis and Cordia Furr Jarvis. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Helen Shepard Jarvis, and four siblings. He was veteran of the US Coast Guard.
Jerry is...
Eleanor Frances Frye Rogers
Jun 25, 2026
Eleanor Frances Frye Rogers, 97, of Concord, North Carolina, formerly of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026.A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Grandview Cemetery in Maryville, Tennessee. Pastor Leslie Ragland of Tuckaleechee United Methodist Church will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service...
Patricia Aileen Mantooth
Jun 25, 2026
Patricia Aileen Mantooth, age 88, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on a beautiful summer morning on June 25, 2026. She entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior after a life devoted to faith, family, and service. A lifelong resident of Concord and devoted member of McGill Baptist Church, Patricia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and...
William Franklin Withrow, Jr
Jun 18, 2026
Mr. William "Bill" Franklin Withrow, Jr, 69 of Harrisburg, NC passed away June 18, 2026.
Bill was born in Gallipolis, Ohio on January 10, 1957 to the late William Franklin Withrow, Sr and Wanda Lee Massie Withrow. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Mrs. Coleen Ann Withrow, one son Michael Withrow of Harrisburg, one daughter Amanda...
Janice Virginia Kocvara Holt
Jun 16, 2026
Janice Virginia Kocvara Holt, 78, of Harrisburg, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
A funeral service to celebrate Jan's life will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday the 24th of June, at Providence Baptist Church in Harrisburg officiated by Dr. John Cashwell, with burial to follow at Carolina Memorial Park Harrisburg. The family will greet friends from 6:00pm...
Kenneth Wayne Severt
Jun 12, 2026
Kenneth Wayne Severt of Concord NC, Our brother went home to be with his Lord on June 12, 2026. His journey here may be complete, but the love he gave, the laughter he shared, and the strength he carried will stay with us forever. He was more than family; he was a protector, a friend, and a piece of our...
Billy Wayne Black
Jun 11, 2026
HARRISBURG- Billy Wayne Black, 57, passed away at his home on June 11, 2026.
Born on February 28, 1969, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Billy was the son of William Edward Black. He was preceded in death by his father, as well as the two remarkable women who helped raise him and shape his life: Madeline Livingston, lovingly known as "Aunt Dean,"...
Faye Delores Ball
Jun 8, 2026
CONCORD- Faye Delores French Ball, 89, went to be with her Lord on June 8, 2026. She died peacefully in her sleep in her little room by the rose garden at St. Andrews Living Center.
In accordance with her wishes, Faye has been cremated. A graveside service will be held at Greenbrier Burial Park in Hinton, WV. during the autumn season..
Faye...
Dennis Douglas "Doug" Drye
Jun 8, 2026
Mr. Dennis Douglas "Doug" Drye, age 79, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Morningside Assisted Living Center.
The family will receive friends and family on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Oak Ridge Baptist Church. His funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. with Pastor Brandon Gray officiating. He will be...
John Bowden Northrup, Jr
Jun 2, 2026
Mr. John Bowden Northrup, Jr. of Concord, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Saturday (6/27/26) at Wilkinson Funeral Home, per his wishes it will be an informal visitation.
John was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA to the late John Bowden Northrup and Elin Mainwaring Northrup. After college, John...
Mark William Johnston
Jun 1, 2026
Mr. Mark William Johnston, 61, of Stanley, NC passed away on June 1, 2026.
Mr. Johnston was born on December 7, 1964 in Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station, NC to Mrs. Theresa Mullis Johnston and the late William Lee Johnston. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife Lisa Johnston, and sons Caleb Gauge Johnston (Sara), Michael...
Jonathon David Hopkins
May 29, 2026
Jonathon David Hopkins, age 36, of Stanfield, NC passed away tragically on May 29, 2026, as the result of a motorcycle accident.
Jonathon was born on February 26, 1990, in Syracuse, NY. In 2002, at the age of 12, he and his family moved to North Carolina. Jonathon lived life with passion, intensity, and a free spirit that left a lasting...
Jonathan Coe Donnelly
May 28, 2026
Jonathan Donnelly passed away May 28, 2026. He was 62. He was born in Concord to Thomas and Martha Donnelly, who predeceased him.
In spite of his Down syndrome, he traveled extensively with his parents, including several trips to England and Ireland. For many years he attended Rowan Vocational Workshop. Jonathan enjoyed going to the airport to watch airplanes, dancing with...
Thomas Myers Grady
May 28, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Myers Grady, a lifelong pillar of the Concord, North Carolina community, a distinguished attorney, and a devoted family man, passed away peacefully at the age of 84. Born on July 25, 1941, in Concord, Tom spent his entire life cultivating deep roots, lifelong friendships, and a legacy of quiet generosity in the town he always proudly called home....
Dwayne Vern Newell
May 24, 2026
Dwayne Vern Newell, 84, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love, care, and devotion of his family.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Born on May 5, 1942, in Wadena, Minnesota, Dwayne was the son of the late Fern Gail Rowan Newell and the late Harold...
Linda Kaye Lipe Thompson
May 24, 2026
Linda Kaye Lipe Thompson passed on May 24, 2026 at Atrium- Northeast surrounded by her family. God opened His arms and welcomed His precious child into eternal peace. Though she battled illness for many years, her faith never wavered. Her body grew fragile and tired, but her love for God remained steadfast and strong. She is now on the streets...
Charles William "Bill" Biggerstaff, Jr.
May 18, 2026
Charles William "Bill" Biggerstaff, Jr., 84, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, following a year of declining health. Surrounded by the love, prayers, and support of his family and friends, Bill demonstrated remarkable strength, perseverance, and grace.
A memorial service to celebrate Bill's life will be held at All Saints' Episcopal Church on May 30th, 2026...
Carol Ann Dorst Vuchnich
May 17, 2026
Carol Ann Dorst Vuchnich, 78, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on May 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
In accordance with Carol's wishes, the family will gather privately to celebrate her life.
Born on January 18, 1948, in Marshfield, Wisconsin, Carol was the daughter of the late Carol Maurer Dorst and the late Lawrence...
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