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James "Jim" Pridgen

James "Jim" Pridgen

May 31, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James "Jim" Harry Pridgen, 75, of Concord, NC. Jim was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother. After a long and courageous battle with Corticobasal Degeneration, he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on May 31, 2024. A funeral Mass will be held at St....

Randy Childers

Randy Childers

May 30, 2024

CONCORD- After a year of being bedbound, numerous surgeries, and much suffering, Randy Lynn Childers rose up from his hospital bed and headed to his heavenly home on May 30, 2024. We believe his son, Christopher Childers, met him at the gates and led him to the throne. Randy’s funeral will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, June 8, at...

Gary Levesque

Gary Levesque

May 29, 2024

Gary Joseph Levesque, beloved husband, father and grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on May 29, 2024. Born May 26, 1941 to Lawrence and Rita Levesque (predeceased in 1967 and 2005) Gary's early years were shared with his siblings, Muriel Forest (Bill Forest), Roger Levesque (Jill Levesque), Linda Prince (Roger Prince) Karen Guy (Bill Guy), Bernadette Farley (Tim Farley) Raymond...

George Helms

George Helms

May 24, 2024

Rev. George William Helms, 85, of Concord, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family. A funeral service will be held at 1pm pm on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Wilkinson Funeral Home chapel, officiated by Rev.’s Tim Newton and David Rowell, with burial to follow at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will greet...

Patsy Cunningham

Patsy Cunningham

May 17, 2024

Mrs. Patsy Hilliard Cunningham, of Concord, passed away May 17, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A celebration of life service will be held 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, June 17th at First Baptist Church of Welcome, 404 Welcome-Arcadia Rd., Lexington, NC. Patsy was born June 26, 1951 in Lexington to the late Nathan Godwin Hilliard and Fannie Elizabeth Hatley....

L. Stephen Guyton Iii

L. Stephen Guyton Iii

May 17, 2024

Mr. L. Stephen Guyton III passed away Friday, May 17, 2024 at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center following a brief illness. A Memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday June 1st, at Forest Hill United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Wes Judy. The family will receive family and friends beginning at 12:00 PM at the church. Stephen was...

Rudolph "Rudy" Ramdeen

Rudolph "Rudy" Ramdeen

May 16, 2024

Our beloved and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Rudolph J. “Rudy” Ramdeen, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at his home, surrounded by family. A visitation will be held for family and friends on Saturday, May 18, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Wilkinson Funeral Home in celebration of Rudy’s life. A service will be...

Deborah "Debbie" Ann Morgan Smith

Deborah "Debbie" Ann Morgan Smith

May 14, 2024

Deborah "Debbie" Ann Morgan Smith, 65, of Kannapolis, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 surrounded by her family. Debbie’s life was a testament to resilience and love that will be remembered by all who knew her. A memorial service to honor Debbie's life will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Central United Methodist Church...

Jeffrey Toughill

Jeffrey Toughill

May 13, 2024

Jeffrey Morgan Toughill, Jr., 62, of Concord, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024. Jeff was a loving husband, father, son, and friend, and his passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. The family will greet friends from 6:00-8:00 pm on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Wilkinson Funeral Home. Jeff was born on...

Kaylene Thompson

Kaylene Thompson

May 4, 2024

CONCORD- Kaylene Whitaker Thompson, better known as “KK” by those she loved, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2024. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm, Friday, May 10th, 2024, at Wilkinson Funeral Home of Concord. The funeral service will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday, May 11th, 2024, at Harmony Church Concord (101 White St.) with Rev. Andi...

William "Bill" Randolph Youngblood

William "Bill" Randolph Youngblood

Apr 30, 2024

William “Bill” Youngblood died unexpectedly at his home in Gainesville, GA on April 30, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Theresa “Terry,” son Bryan, daughter Elizabeth (James), and grandchildren Harrison and Kaitlyn, stepson Stephen, stepdaughter Ashley (Matthew), his brother F. Marcus “Marc” Youngblood, sister Elizabeth “Beth” Griffin (Tom), and nieces Ellie, Katie, and Susie. He was preceded in death...

Donna Carlton

Donna Carlton

Apr 30, 2024

Mrs. Donna Lee Carlton, nee Bettenhausen, beloved wife of Albert W. Carlton for 57 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. She will forever be in our hearts. A family service will be held at a later time. Donna was born July 17, 1948 in Blue Island, IL to the late Herbert C. Bettenhausen...

Keith Widenhouse

Keith Widenhouse

Apr 28, 2024

Mr. Keith Cox Widenhouse passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024 at his home. A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, May 7th at Center Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery, 8055 Highway 200, Midland, NC officiated by Rev. Alan Thompson. The family will receive friends following the service. Keith was born May 9, 1946 in Concord to the late...

Charles Brandon

Charles Brandon

Apr 22, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mr. Charles William Brandon, Jr. On April 22, 2024, the world lost a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend, Mr. Charles William Brandon, Jr., at the age of 74, surrounded by his family at Duke University Hospital. Charles leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will forever be treasured by those...

Richard Barnhardt

Richard Barnhardt

Apr 21, 2024

Richard Michael Barnhardt, Sr., 73, of Lenoir, died Sunday, April 21, 2024, at UNC Health Blue Ridge – Morganton. Mr. Barnhardt was born August 17, 1950, in Cabarrus County, son of the late Bert Rodney Barnhardt, Sr. and the late Virginia Christine Thomas Barnhardt. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son Richard Michael Barnhardt, Jr. and...

Shirley Bonds

Shirley Bonds

Apr 20, 2024

Shirley May Peters Bonds of Concord, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus at the age of 96. There will be a graveside service for Shirley at Carolina Memorial Park on Sunday, April 28th at 2:00 pm, with Rev. Scott Simpson officiating. The family will speak to friends following the graveside service. The service will be...

Elfrida Alvarez Escribano

Elfrida Alvarez Escribano

Apr 18, 2024

Ms. Elfrida Matilde Alvarez Escribano, 75, of Concord, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family. A memorial service will be held at 12 pm, on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Wilkinson Funeral Home. The family will greet friends from11:00am to 12:00 pm prior to the service. Elfrida was born on March 14, 1949...

Jayne Rackley

Jayne Rackley

Apr 13, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Jayne Faye Owens Rackley Mrs. Jayne Faye Owens Rackley, 63, of Concord, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family, after a courageous 9-month battle with cancer. She was born on June 16, 1960, in Gaffney, SC, to Franklin Owens and the late Yvonne Owens. She is also preceded...

Maude Biggers

Maude Biggers

Apr 13, 2024

Maude “Mickey” Victoria Irvin Biggers, lovingly known as Mickey, passed away on April 13, 2024, at her home under the care of Hospice. She was 102 years old. Mickey was born on February 12, 1922, in Concord, North Carolina, to Jay Lynn and Violet Lee Morris Irvin. She was a devoted member of Central United Methodist Church. For 26 years,...

Shawn Anderson

Shawn Anderson

Apr 11, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mr. Brion “Shawn” Anderson Mr. Brion “Shawn” Anderson, 52, of Kannapolis, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at his home. He was born on September 19, 1971, in Fort Myers, Florida, to Laura Anderson and the late Gerald Anderson. He is also preceded in death by his grandmother, Lois Arlene Alexander; uncle, Dave Alexander;...

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