Obituaries

Garryl Duane Hoopingarner

Garryl Duane Hoopingarner

May 13, 2026

Mr. Garryl Duane Hoopingarner, 62, of Concord, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

Garryl was born July 23, 1963, in Peoria, Illinois, to the late Billy Lee Hoopingarner and Hettie Dishman Hoopingarner Hutton.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Laurie Gill Hoopingarner; daughter, Monica Partelton (Joe); sons, Terry Hoopingarner and Jackson Hoopingarner; and granddaughter, Bree Partelton, who brought him great joy.

Garryl...

Paul Francis Yates

Paul Francis Yates

May 13, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound respect that we commemorate the life of Paul Yates, who peacefully passed away on May 13, 2026, at the age of 70. Paul drew his last breath with his beloved youngest daughter, Laura, by his side, while other cherished family members were en route to bid their final farewells.

Born on November 8, 1955,...

Sharon Ann Connelly Tierney

Sharon Ann Connelly Tierney

May 12, 2026

Sharon Ann Connelly Tierney, 86, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on May 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

A Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Sharon's life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church. The family will receive friends prior to the service from...

Joan Marie Faford Glass "Memere"

Joan Marie Faford Glass "Memere"

May 10, 2026

Joan Marie Faford Glass "Memere", 85, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Joan's life will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at St. James The Greater Catholic Church, officiated by Father Dau. The family will receive friends one...

Francis Chapman Tuttle Jr.

Francis Chapman Tuttle Jr.

May 5, 2026

Francis Chapman "Chip" Tuttle, Jr., 75, of Concord, passed away peacefully at his home on May 5, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Central United Methodist Church, 30 Union St. Concord, NC, officiated by Rev. Stacey Lundy. Friends are invited to greet the family afterward during a reception downstairs in the...

Ladd Parker Beach

Ladd Parker Beach

May 4, 2026

Ladd Parker Beach, born July 21, 1955, in Buffalo, New York, passed away in Concord, North Carolina, on May 4, 2026.

Ladd grew up in East Aurora, New York, and joined the United States Navy at the age of 17. He proudly served aboard the USS Saratoga. Following his discharge from the Navy, he worked various jobs before beginning a 20-year career...

Edward Franklin West III

Edward Franklin West III

May 3, 2026

Edward "Eddie" Franklin West III, 77, of Concord, passed away peacefully at his home on May 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on March 23, 1949, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Eddie was the son of the late Ruby Mae Sykes West and the late Edward Franklin West, Jr.

Eddie lived a life marked by quiet strength, kindness, and...

Richard Eugene Campbell

Richard Eugene Campbell

Apr 29, 2026

Richard “Rick” Eugene Glenn Campbell, 93, of Concord, North Carolina, formerly of Palm Beach, Florida, passed away at his home on April 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his life, his wife, Banetta.

Rick was born on May 25, 1932, in the Bronx, New York to the late Helen Sperry Glenn Campbell and the late Michael Glenn. He was also...

Dianna Lynn Blanton

Dianna Lynn Blanton

Apr 28, 2026

Dianna Lynn Player Blanton, age 75, of Concord, known as Sue to family and friends, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday April 28, 2026. She passed away at home, under the care of Hospice, surrounded by her family.

Sue was born in Scotland County on September 17, 1950, a daughter of the late Archie Lee Player and Rachel...

Nicolas Rodriguez de la Cruz

Nicolas Rodriguez de la Cruz

Apr 23, 2026

Nicolas Rodriguez De La Cruz, 53, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away surrounded by his loving family on April 23, 2026.

A visitation will be held at the family’s home in Concord on Monday, April 27, beginning around 6:00 PM, where family and friends are invited to gather, share memories, and honor his life.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00...

Carrol Hope Puckett Rebbert

Carrol Hope Puckett Rebbert

Apr 23, 2026

Carrol Hope Puckett Rebbert, 89, of Concord, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at Copperfield Health & Rehabilitation.

A funeral service to celebrate Carrol's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Roberta Church, officiated by Pastor Chad Irons. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. in the...

James Walker Stowe

James Walker Stowe

Apr 20, 2026

CONCORD- Beloved server of fish and men James Walker Stowe passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026 at the age of 86. While his family’s hearts are broken, they are grateful that he did not suffer and that he passed away surrounded by love and family.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 2, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at...

Jeremy Michael Hofer

Jeremy Michael Hofer

Apr 17, 2026

**Times and dates of service will be updated as they are determined**

CONCORD- Jeremy Michael Hofer, 48, passed away unexpectedly on April 17, 2026, at his home.

A local celebration of life service will be held in Concord soon.

A family gathering to celebrate his life will be held in Pennsylvania on July 4th weekend

Jeremy was born on November 27, 1977, at Miner's...

Michael Telford

Michael Telford

Apr 17, 2026

Michael Telford, 92, of Concord, NC, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on April 17, 2026.

A memorial service to celebrate Michael's life will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Pitts Baptist Church, with Rev. Scott Davis and Rev. Sammy Pierce officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.

The service will be livestreamed at the following link: https://www.pittsbaptistchurch.com/watch-live

Born...

Kenneth Wayne Sutton

Kenneth Wayne Sutton

Apr 17, 2026

Kenneth Wayne Sutton (Ken), 82, of South Port, NC passed peacefully at home on Friday, April 17, 2026. Ken was born in Concord, NC on June 30, 1943.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 22nd at 2:00pm at Roberta Church, 3925 Cochran Rd, Concord, NC with Pastor Chad Irons officiating. The family will receive friends at the church Wednesday from...

Mary Isabelle Goettl

Mary Isabelle Goettl

Apr 15, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Isabelle Goettl, who departed this life on April 15, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on April 12, 1935, Mary Isabelle lived a life filled with love, resilience, and devotion to her family. She was proud to have raised four boys and proud of the four boys...

Virginia “Gail” Eagle Brooks

Virginia “Gail” Eagle Brooks

Apr 15, 2026

Mrs. Virginia “Gail” Eagle Brooks, 82, of Concord, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her family.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Dr. Gary Royals. The family will receive friends from 11:30 am-12:45 pm prior to the service. Burial will...

Susan Smitherman Snuggs

Susan Smitherman Snuggs

Apr 14, 2026

Susan Mann Smitherman Snuggs, 83, of Concord, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family.

A service to celebrate Susan’s life will be held at 2:00 pm, on Monday, April 20, 2026 at Forest Hill United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Wes Judy, with burial to follow at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will receive...

Darryl William Caudle

Darryl William Caudle

Apr 12, 2026

Darryl William Caudle, "Crash", 62

Darryl passed tragically on Sunday evening April 12, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication and love. He lived a free and often rebellious life that was fully his own, and did so with an abundantly full heart of love for all of us.

A funeral service will be held at 7:00 pm, on Friday, April...

Ralph Maynard Clark

Ralph Maynard Clark

Apr 11, 2026

Ralph Maynard Clark, 92 passed away on April 11, 2026.

A private graveside service will be held at St. James The Greater Catholic Church Cemetery.

Ralph was born in Utica, NY on July 10. 1933. He was one of two children born to Merion and Marian Jones Clark. He is a veteran of the Korean War having served in the US Army...