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Crawford Alexander (C.A.) Porter, Sr.

Crawford Alexander (C.A.) Porter, Sr.

Sep 11, 2023

Crawford Alexander “C.A.” Porter, Sr., age 99, passed away peacefully at home September 11, 2023. He was born in Concord on February 27, 1924, to Charles Davis Porter, Sr. and Mary Willie Gillon Porter. C.A. graduated from Concord High School in 1942 and attended The Citadel his freshman year. Pursuing his fascination from an early age with airplanes, he voluntarily...

Wayne Womack

Wayne Womack

Sep 8, 2023

Wayne Allan Womack of Rockwell, NC, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023. He was born January 27, 1973 in Portsmouth, VA to Randy Dale Womack from Virginia and Grace George Williams of Albemarle, previously from Chesapeake, Va. A service to honor Wayne’s life will be held on Thursday, September 14 at 3 pm in the chapel of Wilkinson Funeral...

Brian Cook

Brian Cook

Sep 8, 2023

CONCORD- Mr. Brian Keith Cook, a beloved member of the Concord community, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023, at Atrium Health Cabarrus, surrounded by his loving family. Brian's memory will forever shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. A memorial service to celebrate Brian's life will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, September...

April Zsambeky

April Zsambeky

Sep 8, 2023

Mrs. April Ann Turner Zsambeky, aged 90, of Concord, peacefully passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023, at the Gardens of Taylor Glen Healthcare. Her memory will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her. A private graveside service, held to honor April's life, will take place at the Salisbury National Cemetery, Friday, October 13th at...

William Parrish

William Parrish

Sep 6, 2023

William "Will" Parrish Jr., 73, of Concord, NC, passed away on September 6, 2023, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis. He was born on November 19, 1949, in Concord, NC to the late Nellie Pauline and William Charles Parrish Sr. Will was a man with a wonderful sense of humor and a passion for cooking. He was known for his...

Arjorie Fields

Arjorie Fields

Sep 6, 2023

Mrs. Arjorie Tench Fields, aged 88, of Concord, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, in the loving embrace of her family at her home. Arjorie's memory will forever shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew her. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Arjorie will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 16, 2023,...

Rachel Ledbetter

Rachel Ledbetter

Aug 31, 2023

Mrs. Rachel Jean Thomas Ledbetter, 70, of Kannapolis, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Her memory will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her. A memorial service to celebrate and honor Rachel's life will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, September...

James Bottoms

James Bottoms

Aug 29, 2023

MIDLAND- Mr. James “Jim” Frederick Bottoms passed away Tuesday at Atrium Health Stanly. Jim was being visited and comforted by family members at the time of his passing. Jim was born October 3, 1946 in Birmingham, AL to the late James Alfred Bottoms and Frances Louise Morse Bottoms. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving during the...

Scott Davis

Scott Davis

Aug 20, 2023

Mr. Scott A. Davis, 61, of Cassatt, SC, transitioned from this world on Sunday, August 20, 2023, with his loving wife by his side at Levine & Dickson Hospice House. In accordance with Scott's wishes, no formal services will be held to remember him, allowing his memory to be cherished in the hearts of those who knew and loved him....

Tony Blackwelder

Tony Blackwelder

Aug 20, 2023

Mr. Tony Houston Blackwelder, 64, of Concord, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. His peaceful transition marks the end of a life marked by service, love, and cherished memories. A graveside service to honor Tony's life will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at VA National Cemetery-Salisbury,...

Gene Suther

Gene Suther

Aug 19, 2023

Mr. Eugene "Gene" Yow Suther, 90, of Concord, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Atrium Health-Cabarrus. His peaceful departure marks the end of a life filled with dedication, love, and cherished memories. A funeral service to honor and celebrate Gene's life will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at New Gilead Reformed Church. Reverend...

Bernard John (Bj) Mccormick

Bernard John (Bj) Mccormick

Aug 13, 2023

Bernard John (BJ) McCormick, a husband, father, and entrepreneur, peacefully passed away at his home at the age of 83, on August 13, 2023. He was born and raised in Waterbury, Connecticut and after marrying his wife Pauline, moved to Saranac Lake, New York, to raise their family. They had five children, eight grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. As masons, BJ...

Leon Long

Leon Long

Aug 10, 2023

Mr. Leon Aurthur Long, 76, of Concord, left this world on Thursday, August 10, 2023, in the embrace of his home and surrounded by his beloved family. His passing leaves a void that will forever be felt by those whose lives he touched. A memorial service to honor and celebrate Leon's life will take place at 12:00 pm on Saturday,...

David Bailey Crosland, Jr., M.D.

David Bailey Crosland, Jr., M.D.

Aug 10, 2023

David Bailey Crosland, Jr., M.D. passed away August 10, 2023 at TerraBella Harrisburg. The family held a private service earlier this week presided over by Reverend Roger Bostic. Dave was born February 11, 1930 in Concord to the late David B. Crosland, Sr. and Lillian Morris Crosland Southerland. He was also preceded in death by wife of 62 years, Anne...

Leonard Frye

Leonard Frye

Aug 7, 2023

CONCORD- Leonard Lee Frye, 74 passed away at his home on August 7, 2023. Funeral services will be 11:30 Saturday at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Rev. Randy Wall . Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday from 10 to 11:30 am at Wilkinson Funeral Home. Leonard was born in Cabarrus County on September...

Aaron Ford

Aaron Ford

Aug 6, 2023

Aaron Chad Ford of Concord, NC passed away unexpectedly Sunday, August 6, 2023. As a family, we have the great assurance that Aaron has been healed and made whole and is now in the presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Aaron was born February 21, 2001 in Charlotte to Chad and Pam Ford. He was employed with Charlotte...

Jerry Mauney

Jerry Mauney

Aug 5, 2023

Jerry Ronald Mauney, age 85 of Concord, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Ann Street Senior Living in Kannapolis after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 13, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Wilkinson Funeral Home in Concord. Jerry will be laid to rest with full military honors at...

Edd Furr

Edd Furr

Aug 5, 2023

Mr. Edd Thomas Furr, Sr. of Concord passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A graveside service will be held at 11:00am Friday, August 11 at the National Cemetery in Salisbury with military honors. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00pm Thursday, August 10 at Wilkinson Funeral Home. Edd was born April 4, 1935 in...

Shane Albright

Shane Albright

Aug 4, 2023

Mr. Aaron Shane Albright, age 49, of Concord, NC passed away August 4, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Shane was born September 18, 1973, in Mecklenburg Co, NC to Terence “Tery” Albright and Linda Webb Albright. Shane was a 1991 graduate of Concord High School, a member of The Refuge Church, and was a long-time construction manager. Shane was...

Lillian Carter

Lillian Carter

Aug 2, 2023

Mrs. Lillian Mae Whittington Carter, age 87, of Concord, passed away peacefully at her home on August 2, 2023. The family will receive friends Saturday, August 5 at Wilkinson Funeral Home from 12 to 1 pm. A funeral service will follow in the chapel at 1 pm with Rev. Lewis Whittington officiating. She will be laid to rest at West...

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